At approximately 1:10 p.m. my co-worker rushed over to my cube to tell me the verdict in the Scott Peterson trial: Guilty - first degree murder for Laci Peterson and second degree murder for her son Conner. Reminiscent of the O.J. Trial, disbelief ensued but, unlike O.j., a collective sigh of relief and agreement with the verdict followed.
Not one co-worker expressed that they believed Peterson innocent. All firmly believe in his guilt, but thought Geragos (Peterson's attorney), would help him walk by getting the case mistrialed or, at the very least, a hung jury. Again, unlike O.J., everyone was satisfied with the verdict and believed justice prevailed.
Considering the roller coaster ride of last week's election and its horrible outcome, the Peterson guilty verdict is a much needed infusion of good news. May Laci's family find some solace and be able to advance their lives forward. Enough energy, money and time has been expended on this cold blooded murderer.
Addionally, I received email alerting me of the verdict from my neighbor, sister and nephew and phone calls from spouse and my mother. It seemed like everyone was jubilant and wanted to share the joy and amazement that Peterson was not allowed to skirt this. He didn't charm his way out of this one, nor did his parents buy him a path to freedom by hiring a high profile attorney.
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