The UVA Lacrosse Murder, Look for the Elements of the Crime:
Yesterday, we preached caution in not jumping to conclusions in the lawsuit filed against the New Orleans Saints. Today, we find ourselves in the same position in the UVA murder.
This morning news broke that Yeardley Love was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend George Huguely. Both of these individuals were lacrosse players at the University of Virginia.
Later today, Huguely's lawyer stated that the killing was an accident and asked for restraint until the facts were known.
As a former prosecutor, here's what you got from the defendant's lawyer in his statement. His client will admit to being present at Ms. Love's death and being engaged in the killing, however accidental. Now, all you have to prove is intent and you have a conviction for First Degree Murder. All the other elements of the crime are handed to you.
The New York Times is reporting that Ms. Love was found in a pool of blood and her head may have been banged against a wall. If this is true, Mr. Huguely may now be the one who will be fighting for his life.
Just keep this in mind (an open mind) as this case unfolds.
My name is Christopher Fusco. I am the managing partner of Callahan & Fusco, LLC with offices in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.