"...The defense, however, pointed to Horner's physical and mental illnesses in their opening remarks.
They told the jury how he was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome at a young age and was exposed to lead during his developmental years.
'You don't have to be a scientist or doctor to know that lead has terrible effects on the brain,' defense attorney Steven Goble told the court..." I know every defendant has a right to a defense, but there seems something evil about this angle.