02-25-2009, 16:31
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Jurors say soldier not guilty of murder, mutilation
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02-25-2009, 16:54
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http://www.fayobserver.com/article?id=319549
Rebutting Conormon’s remarks, prosecuting lawyer Capt. Christopher Harry said Newell’s story is one of convenience.
“On March 5, he appointed himself judge, jury and executioner and on that day, he became a murderer,” Harry said.
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IMHO, on March 5th, a HERO acted!!! 
Thank You for Your service Sir, and for keeping the terrorists out of the U.S.! 
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02-25-2009, 16:59
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02-25-2009, 17:05
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Sleep well tonite Joe.
Green Beret not guilty of murder in Afghan's deathBy ESTES THOMPSON – 46 minutes ago
FORT BRAGG, N.C. (AP) — A military jury has found a veteran Green Beret not guilty of premeditated murder and mutilation in the death of an Afghan man.
Army Special Forces Master Sgt. Joseph Newell of Tecumseh, Mich., was charged in the March 2008 shooting in southern Afghanistan.
The jury at Fort Bragg, N.C., began deliberating Wednesday after hearing closing arguments.
Newell had testified that he shot the unidentified man twice with his rifle after the man lunged at him during questioning. Newell said he had stopped the suspected Taliban insurgent's vehicle after it appeared he was watching the convoy and communicating with other Taliban.
Prosecutors said Newell was not in danger at the time and that he also cut off the Afghan man's ear. Newell had faced a life sentence.
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02-25-2009, 17:27
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That's great news. I'm glad there was a just and favorable outcome.
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02-25-2009, 17:46
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The Warrior Gods were listening!
Congrats MSG Newell and thank you for your service!!!!
(where's the celebration party? )
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02-25-2009, 17:54
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Congrads Joe... It is time to relax with the family and unwind.
Good luck and take it easy.
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03-03-2009, 19:48
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thank you
I want to say thank you to all of those who supported me with good wishes over the preceding 12 months. Thank you for keeping my head up.
Joe
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03-03-2009, 19:50
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thank you
BTW,
The jury had to consider the lesser included offense of murder (without premeditation) if they felt i was not guilty of premeditated murder. I was found innocent of three charges, not two. I cannot ever be tried again for what was alleged on Mar 4 last year.
Joe
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03-04-2009, 09:56
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Quote:
Originally Posted by joenewell
BTW,
The jury had to consider the lesser included offense of murder (without premeditation) if they felt i was not guilty of premeditated murder. I was found innocent of three charges, not two. I cannot ever be tried again for what was alleged on Mar 4 last year.
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Congrats Joe.
And Welcome aboard.
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03-04-2009, 12:15
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Quote:
Originally Posted by joenewell
BTW,
The jury had to consider the lesser included offense of murder (without premeditation) if they felt i was not guilty of premeditated murder. I was found innocent of three charges, not two. I cannot ever be tried again for what was alleged on Mar 4 last year.
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Congrats MSG Newell.
I wish you had not been put through all of that, but I'm glad justice was done in the end.
I wish you well.
Rob
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03-04-2009, 18:25
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I want to say thank you to all of those who supported me with good wishes over the preceding 12 months. Thank you for keeping my head up.
Joe
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Nice to be able to personally congratulate you, MSG Newell. Be well and take good care.
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03-04-2009, 21:58
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Congrats MSG Newell!! Shame on whoever pressed charges. They are without honor.
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03-04-2009, 23:37
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Quote:
Originally Posted by joenewell
BTW,
The jury had to consider the lesser included offense of murder (without premeditation) if they felt i was not guilty of premeditated murder. I was found innocent of three charges, not two. I cannot ever be tried again for what was alleged on Mar 4 last year.
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I am very glad they will not be able to put you and your family through all of this again. When I read the article that one sentence instilled a sense of dread for you and your family. I couldn't imagine going through all of this once let alone twice.
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03-06-2009, 23:39
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MSG Newell,
I have been keeping up with your case through Army Times since it began.
I was very relieved to hear of the outcome. In fact, after reading the outcome, I immediately told all the guys at work even though none of them had a clue.
Thank you very very much for the sacrifices you have made. Your service is greatly appreciated.
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