Murderer(Race/Sex/Age at Murder-Execution) Shocking evidence was produced at sentencing to persuade the jury to recommend the DP. ", Last statement "I am glad it didn't take that long - not 10 or 20 years. They were somebody, and if he became one, he'd no longer be a nobody, a poor boy with nothing. Information about how much jail time he served, if any, was not available. Hairs found in the car and on the bandanna recovered from the crime scene matched hairs found at the crime scene. Several Defense witnesses including character witnesses were not called. Stay strong and know that I'm in a better place. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed his conviction. Nowlin said that Massey told him he planned to sexually abuse Christina, mutilate her with a knife, and kill her, but that he didn't pay much attention to this, because Massey "talked about killing girls all the time." "I'm sorry that I am here. The funding is unavailable. Investigators discovered a long list of potential victims and his diaries were filled with fantasies of rape, torture, and cannibalism of female victims. Give me my rights. Only Jason has ever been tried for these murders. Nowlin convinced Massey to drive over to see Christina, a friend of Nowlin's. ignore customs seizure letter. [Portion of statement omitted due to profanity] Get my money. He also proclaimed his newfound love for God, stating, Tonight I dance on the streets of gold. Last statement "Tell Mama and the kids I love you; I love all of you. Rape, sexual molestation and murder of a five-year-old. He then talked about how "God has used this to change my life" and proclaimed Jesus as Lord. I have done my duty by the laws of my people and I am sorry my ignore customs seizure letter. SUSPECTS: Prior to Jason's arrest, 2 men both known to him were arrested for the crime. Only Jason has ever been tried for these murders. His entire last statement reads: "I'm ready, Warden". In a search, police found handcuffs and newspaper articles about the murders in Massey's house. See Photos. Final Meal: The State showed that in the late spring of 1993, Massey was stopped by Ennis police. "He's as evil as anybody I've ever encountered. In July 1993, James King was awakened early one morning PUBLIC ACCESS: Trial transcripts are supposedly public documents. In the early morning hours of July 27, 1993, James King was awakened by the sound of a car pulling up to his house, beeping its horn twice and driving away. March 23, 2000 - Massey filed a notice of appeal and the case was subsequently docketed in the Fifth Circuit. October 6, 1994 - A jury found Massey "guilty" of the capital offense. On that occasion, a dead cat was found in his car. The classmate's dog had been killed and mutilated and the blood smeared on her car. She was identified using recent hospital records. "It's almost a miracle we caught him as quickly in his career as we did," he added. I'm sorry for what I have done," Massey said. This is inaccurate. WebJason Eric Massey was just twenty-eight years old. King woke his common-law wife, Donna Benjamin, and although worried, they decided to wait to see if they would return home. Looking outside, he saw his 14-year old son, Brian, approach the car on foot and talk to the people in the car. [10], Massey's crime was documented on an episode of the TV series Forensic Files called "Pure Evil". I hope sometime in the future you can forgive me. In a search, police found handcuffs and newspaper articles about the murders in Massey's house. Massey took the gun unbeknownst to his cousin. or. In the journals, Massey listed the names of several girls he wanted to kill and stated that he wanted to engrave his name on society. State-sanctioned murder is fine. "I want you to know that Christina did not suffer as much as you think she did," Massey continued while strapped to the death chamber gurney. WebView Eric David Massey results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. October 12, 1994 - Following a punishment hearing, the jury answered the special issues submitted pursuant to article 37.071 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure; an affirmative answer was given to the first special issue and a negative answer was given to the second special issue. Menu Log In Sign Up At his trial, an acquaintance of Massey named Christopher Nowlin testified that he introduced Massey to Christina Benjamin, a friend of his, and that they flirted and discussed "sneaking out" at night sometime. Dekleva testified that there were no successful treatments for someone like Massey, that such individuals pose a lasting threat to society and are at an extraordinarily high risk of killing again and again. Some exit defiant, squaring up to the victims' relatives. In the early morning hours of July 27, 1993, James King was awakened by the sound of a car pulling up to his house, beeping its horn twice and driving away. Let everybody know I love them [ ] and love is unconditional, as Mama has always told us. Massey was arrested. A search warrant was implemented in such a way as to render the use of resulting "evidence" in court highly questionable. There is no kin and no friend; no fear what you do to me. FACTS OF THE CRIME James King, whose son and stepdaughter were killed by Massey, said he was glad authorities nabbed Massey when they did and that would-be serial killer didn't have the chance to act more on his fantasies. Citations: Summary: I have been persecuted for 12 years for something I did not do. Execution Report: Jason Massey. Jason has been found in 30 states including Illinois, Oklahoma, Ohio, Texas, Arkansas. They're guided by a set of values, and those values come from character, which is influenced in its development by social circumstances. "It's impossible to assign a motive to a case like this," said Clay Strange in an interview. Several Defense witnesses including character witnesses were not called. EXECUTED: Jason Eric Massey. I can't imagine what I have taken from y'all, but I do want to apologise and I want to let you know that I did do it. In another, he wrote that he had killed 73 cats and dogs, as well as seven cows.[3]. An arrest warrant was issued; when placed under arrest, Massey smiled. Dekleva, therefore, had Massey committed to the Dallas Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. I am giving my life. Thus he is not He also described Massey's subsequent armed robbery of a fast food restaurant and the detailed journals that Massey kept. I've met a lot of people meaner, but no one more evil." Massey agreed, and told Christina that he would drive by her house around midnight some night and honk his horn and that she was to go to the old Fina station on I-45 and wait. Only found guilty of 1 count of Capital Murder - a very basic fact to make an error on. Questions also arise over other witnesses. And I am sorry and I am not sure how many - there must be a dozen or 14 I believe all total. EXPERT WITNESSES: The Prosecutions Evidence Technician was a man with a record of mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse. The body of a 14 year old was found nearby, shot twice in the head. A deep wound transected her torso like an autopsy incision, exposing her internal organs. Jason, who never knew his father, was deprived, beaten, and forced to live in an environment of uncertainty and random violence, at the mercy of a narcissistic mother who had children by accident and who treated them as if they were a bothersome appendage. "I think he did it because it was pleasurable to him. April 3 - TEXAS - Convicted murderer Jason Massey apologized profusely, revealed where he disposed the missing body parts of one of his victims and then prayerfully went to his death today for the murders of 2 siblings almost 8 years ago. For a time, he considered enlisting a killing partner, but decided that he'd probably just go it alone. Carpet fibers from Massey's car matched a fiber found on one of Brian's shoes. In these journals, Massey talked about his plan to become a serial killer. He was over ruled and the objection not recorded. (At a later date, the state habeas court entered findings of fact and conclusions of law recommending that relief be denied. WebHe quoted Kaltenbrunners final words: I have loved my German people and my fatherland with a warm heart. WebAt his execution, Massey confessed to his crime and apologized to the victims family: I do not know any of yall and that is unfortunate, because I would like to apologize to each and every one of you individually. I want you to know I did do it, he continued, Im sorry for what I have done. What it takes. I put her remains in the Trinity River." I love you [ ] I am not as strong as I thought I was going to be. Let those without sin cast the first stone. Date ofSentence When the children did not appear, James and Donna searched for them and subsequently filed a missing persons report. Many - including Cruz - accept what they have done and simply say that they are sorry. Massey's execution was the 1st of 2 scheduled for this month. This is your equal justice. Jason Eric. Late in July, the owner of a local car wash observed Massey pull in about 11:30 p.m. in a tan-colored Subaru. His journals became increasingly violent and set goals for vast numbers of killings. Two small caliber bullets were later removed from his brain and the cause of death was determined to be multiple gunshot wounds to the head. The body parts never have been found. Jason Eric Harding (Eric Jason Harding) See Photos. Prosecutors described, "very long, delicate, intricate carvings" on her trunk and genitals. Dr. Dekleva said there was no possible treatment for an individual like Massey, and that he was a lasting threat to society who would almost certainly kill again. Nowlin testified that he didn't pay much attention to what Massey said, because it was weird and Massey talked about killing girls all the time. If his urge is to leave his mark destructively, the extremes of that drive are sadism the passion for unrestricted power over another person and necrophilia an attraction to all that is dead. That is all I have to say. You have the right to see this, I am glad you are here. I truly mean that too. In addition, hair found on Brian's pant leg was microscopically matched with Massey's. The murders occurred 51 days later. I'm sorry for what I have done. On Oct. 30 they were kept waiting for 4 hours. According to public records, Massey was convicted of driving while intoxicated in June 1993 and was sentenced to 120 days in jail. KnifeGun 10-12-94 This for him was a truly powerful moment. Massey worshipped infamous killers Bundy and Manson and Henry Lee Lucas, whom he later shared shared time with on Texas' death row, and sought the attention they received. EXECUTED: Jason Eric Massey (Take 2). Even people inclined toward evil are trying to make sense of their lives to organize an otherwise chaotic existence. Marijuana, a Persian cat with a rope around its neck, a three-prong knife and diary that listed names with check marks next to them were found in his car. One I would like to clear up is Cullen Davis - where he was charged with shooting his wife. 01-07-73 The real question is, how did he get this way? Two small caliber bullets were later removed from his brain and the cause of death was determined to be multiple gunshot wounds to the head. They are murdering me tonight.". Many are still pleading their innocence. The last words of the 376 prisoners executed in Texas since 1982 are faithfully recorded on the state justice department's website. You are not hurting me now. Massey had written that he liked to read about guns, war, and police investigations. Now that there is nothing they can do to change their fate, the prisoners are allowed small freedoms: to choose their last meals, to say a few words. Explorer. Murderer. The people that did this - they know. Last statement "Yes, first I would like to speak to the victims' family.
