Murder Sheet Podcast Summary Episode: The Delphi Murders: Richard Allen on Trial: The Verdict: Richard Allen Is Guilty
Release Date: November 12, 2024
Hosts: Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee

1. Announcement of the Verdict

The episode begins with Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee announcing the culmination of their extensive coverage of the Richard Allen trial. The duo confirms that the jury has found Richard Allen guilty of the brutal murders of Liberty German and Abigail Williams.

Kevin Greenlee ([02:05]): "Today marks the final day of our coverage of the trial of Richard Allen... the verdict, as you've likely heard, is guilty."

2. Mood Outside the Courthouse

Initially, there was significant anxiety surrounding the possibility of a hung jury. Both hosts recount their personal fears and the collective apprehension among court watchers.

Áine Cain ([03:51]): "Me, I was that person. It was me."

Kevin elaborates on the defense's perceived strategy to induce a hung jury by sowing doubt and diverting attention from the core evidence.

Kevin Greenlee ([04:50]): "They were trying to change the subject... It seemed very, very clear... that their strategy was to go for a hung jury."

3. Defense Strategy vs. Prosecution’s Case

The hosts critique the defense team for their approach, suggesting that instead of addressing the evidence, they aimed to manipulate the jury's perception. Conversely, they praise the prosecution for their thorough and compassionate handling of the case.

Kevin Greenlee ([05:10]): "What we saw in court was not a defense team that was trying to raise reasonable doubt... They were trying to change the subject."

Áine Cain ([07:58]): "We knew immediately it would be a conviction. There was no way this jury was going to acquit him after what we saw."

4. Misinformation and Public Perception

Áine and Kevin express frustration over misinformation spread by certain individuals and platforms, which they believe undermined the case against Allen. They caution listeners about trusting unreliable sources that propagate conspiracy theories.

Kevin Greenlee ([10:45]): "People have been misinformed about the strength of the evidence in this case."

Áine Cain ([11:10]): "I feel bad for their audiences because they're duped by this nonsense."

5. Praise for Investigators and Key Personnel

The hosts highlight the exceptional work of the investigators, prosecutors, and other key figures who relentlessly pursued justice despite facing external pressures and threats.

Kevin Greenlee ([32:38]): "Kathy Shanks is a hero. She turned this thing around and helped bring justice to these girls."

Áine Cain ([34:31]): "The amount of work and resources that these men and women have all put into this, it deserves to be commended."

6. Impact on Families and Community

Áine and Kevin delve into the profound emotional toll the trial has taken on the families of Liberty and Abigail, as well as the broader Delphi community. They condemn the harassment and baseless accusations directed at the families.

Áine Cain ([37:10]): "The families... have had to deal with bad actors who want to work out their own personal issues on true crime cases."

Kevin Greenlee ([39:46]): "The family is owed apologies. The investigators are owed apologies. The town of Delphi is owed apologies."

7. Future Steps: Sentencing and Appeals

The discussion moves towards the upcoming sentencing date and the unlikely prospect of an appeal. Both hosts share their skepticism about the defense’s chances to overturn the conviction.

Kevin Greenlee ([45:35]): "So I, I, it's inevitable that the defense is going to file an appeal. But keep in mind that most appeals are not successful."

Áine Cain ([48:13]): "If I'm being blunt, no."

8. Final Thoughts on the Legacy of the Victims

Concluding the episode, Áine and Kevin emphasize the importance of remembering Liberty and Abigail for their lives and the positive legacies their families are creating in their memory. They advocate for focusing on justice and honoring the victims’ memories.

Áine Cain ([49:14]): "These were special kids who... made it so that the person who did this would ultimately be found and the truth would be exposed."

Kevin Greenlee ([55:40]): "Let’s remember these girls for how they lived. And let's be grateful for all of the men and women who worked so hard in horrible circumstances in order to bring justice to those girls."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Kevin Greenlee ([02:05]): "Today marks the final day of our coverage of the trial of Richard Allen... the verdict, as you've likely heard, is guilty."
• Áine Cain ([03:51]): "Me, I was that person. It was me."
• Kevin Greenlee ([05:10]): "They were trying to change the subject... It seemed very, very clear... that their strategy was to go for a hung jury."
• Áine Cain ([07:58]): "We knew immediately it would be a conviction. There was no way this jury was going to acquit him after what we saw."
• Kevin Greenlee ([10:45]): "People have been misinformed about the strength of the evidence in this case."
• Áine Cain ([11:10]): "I feel bad for their audiences because they're duped by this nonsense."
• Kevin Greenlee ([32:38]): "Kathy Shanks is a hero. She turned this thing around and helped bring justice to these girls."
• Áine Cain ([37:10]): "The families... have had to deal with bad actors who want to work out their own personal issues on true crime cases."
• Kevin Greenlee ([45:35]): "So I, I, it's inevitable that the defense is going to file an appeal. But keep in mind that most appeals are not successful."
• Áine Cain ([48:13]): "If I'm being blunt, no."
• Áine Cain ([49:14]): "These were special kids who... made it so that the person who did this would ultimately be found and the truth would be exposed."
• Kevin Greenlee ([55:40]): "Let’s remember these girls for how they lived. And let's be grateful for all of the men and women who worked so hard in horrible circumstances in order to bring justice to those girls."

Conclusion

In this emotionally charged episode, Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee provide a comprehensive analysis of the Richard Allen verdict in the Delphi murders case. They offer critical insights into the trial proceedings, commend those who sought justice, and mourn the devastating loss of Liberty German and Abigail Williams. The hosts also address the broader implications of misinformation within the true crime community and emphasize the enduring legacy of the victims.