Possessed by Evil: State Opening Statements

OPENING: #SeanPickett told officers “the evil in his mind was telling him to kill" his mother and his own dog, Chico. Sean Pickett told investigators he was “possessed” when he killed Susan Pickett and a pit bull named Chico in May 2021, according to court documents. Pickett is charged with one count of first-degree intentional homicide and one count of mistreatment of animals.

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[Swansong]

I'm glad they name Chico as a victim too..I bet the sweet dog was trying to defend the mother..also if you're "possessed" you don't try to set someone else up for the murder

[pommiebears]

I have two grown sons. They have worked hard, become independent, and have grown into men that I’m incredibly proud of. This young man is an embarrassment, and his poor mother just wanted him to grow up! I know how protective my sons are of me, and when I hear this nightmare fuel, My heart absolutely breaks for this monsters mother. Imagine giving birth to your own murderer. It’s horrifying.

[sarahallenhumboldt]

There is at least one positive thing about this horrifying time in history, which is that the abuse, torture, and murder of helpless animals is being brought up in different trials.

[LCx]

This isn't a crazy person but a violent person who killed. He killed the two that will always give him unconditional love.

[jennifermariejoyce]

Shortest opening statement ever. “He killed them. Rest In Peace, Chico”

[sandeedriver]

21 years old and depends on his mother to feed him?!! He had a resentment towards his mother because she wanted to move on with her life and for him to grow the heck up!!

[staceyburns]

Sounds like he’s reading the newspaper, not much emotion is seen by the prosecutor.

[Reborn_Enthusist]

i wish all opening statements were like Chandler Haldersons!!! That guy was epic!

[sytayo]

What a messed up system we have some very lazy judges and lawyers.

[toasted_.coconut]

Oh wow Sean, the Mom who you frequently threatened to kill wanted to move away with from you? I'm shocked 😲

[yasmeen]

why is there no photo of his mom at all?! Shouldn't they show the photo of the victim?

[joanneanderson]

How could he murder his mother and her dog!

[toymot]

Sentence him to the wood chipper slow mode feet first.

[nlwin]

Granted there are insane folks in this world. How often do we hear this defense of mental condition?

[heatherc]

Thank god it isn't Judge Schroeder. Legal Bytes would be all over this trial defending Picketts.

[Southernburrito]

🤨 In reference to hearing voices, I believe I speak for us all when I say, Lando Calrissian is not to be trusted..… 🥶

[earthangel]

🤔 umm🧐 The prosecutor look like he was about to fall asleep 💤!!

[donnataylor]

Glad I wasnt on this Jury...the Prosecutor would have put me to sleep! Maybe he should watch the trial of Chandler Halderson....that Prosecutor was on fire! 🔥 IMO

[markgado]

Agent man-savage... c'mon, that's not real.. this must be the matrix.. npc for sure..