May 30, 2022

Youngest Convicted Siblings Set Free

Youngest Convicted Siblings Set Free

Today we’re talking about the youngest convicted murderers in United States history. This is the 1999 murder of Sonya Speights by teenage siblings Catherine and Curtis Jones in Port St. John, Florida.  Was justice or an injustice served to these youths who were tried as adults?

SOURCE MATERIALS:

Questionably Imprisoned for Murder at Ages 12 and 13, Brother and Sister Now Set to Leave Prison 18 Years Later - Leifert & Leifert

Documents unveil history of abuse for young Brevard killers | wtsp.com

These Young Killers Are Getting Out Of Prison, But Advocates Call Their Lockup “A Failure Of Justice”

Jailed at 12, youngest convicted killer now free at 29

America's Youngest Convicted Murderers Are Being Released

Mother murdered 16 years ago, daughters still ask why

Interview credit John A. Torres:
https://www.floridatoday.com/videos/news/2015/01/09/21515471/

https://childhelphotline.org/

Darkness To Light:
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TEXT LIGHT TO 741741
You are not alone — if you encounter child sexual abuse, resources and support are available. Call to have questions answered or chat with a trained crisis counselor, 24/7 at no charge. All conversations are confidential.

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