|
|
| Arson Suspect Wants Confession Out Of Trial |
| By citizen.com |
| Published: 09/02/2010 |
|
A former lieutenant with the Alton Fire Department indicted in Belknap County on eight counts of arson and one count of attempted arson is claiming his arrest was illegal and that his alleged confession should be kept from a jury. Stark T. Liedtke, 43, of 254 Dudley Road, Alton, was initially charged with five felony counts of arson and misdemeanor charges of prowling/loitering and criminal trespass — actions that led to his arrest the evening of March 31 when he allegedly attempted to start another fire. During questioning by authorities, Liedtke allegedly admitted to starting 11 fires since 2006, including several building fires in Alton and New Durham and several forest fires in Alton. Local authorities believe Liedtke's motive in setting the fires was the excitement of being able to fight them. Public Defender John Bresaw who is representing Liedtke has filed a motion to suppress evidence arguing police interrogated his client for nearly four hours about various suspected arsons, during which Liedtke made incriminating statements. Read More. |
Comments:
Login to let us know what you think
MARKETPLACE search vendors | advanced search
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
|
Waco has developed a reputation for a rocket-docket in patent litigation. It’s an important choice to find the right lawyer in Waco for your important patent litigation matter. When people in the know make the hire, they hire Dunnam & Dunnam. Lawyers that are competent, hard-working, focused are a rare find. Few attorneys have the commitment to quality, collegiality, and loyalty of the trial lawyer, You can search for attorneys with loyalty, leadership, accountability. These attorneys show financial generosity and a sense of fairness to their colleagues. For nearly 100 years, people in Waco have hired the firm when the results matter. at Dunnam & Dunnam are among the most respected in the Central Texas area. They have the experience in trials and mediations to guide your case in the right way. There are few important decisions at the outset of the case that can turn the tide in your favor. Choosing the right lawyer is one of them.Waco has developed a reputation for a rocket-docket in patent litigation. It’s an important choice to find the right lawyer in Waco for your important patent litigation matter. When people in the know make the hire, they hire Dunnam & Dunnam. Lawyers that are competent, hard-working, focused are a rare find. Few attorneys have the commitment to quality, collegiality, and loyalty of the trial lawyer, You can search for attorneys with loyalty, leadership, accountability. These attorneys show financial generosity and a sense of fairness to their colleagues. For nearly 100 years, people in Waco have hired the firm when the results matter. at Dunnam & Dunnam are among the most respected in the Central Texas area. They have the experience in trials and mediations to guide your case in the right way. There are few important decisions at the outset of the case that can turn the tide in your favor. Choosing the right lawyer is one of them.