The Haditha Marines-The Squad Leader-A Final Chapter (SSgt Wuterich-Master Thread)

1-2-2012

[smoothsailing]

January 2, 2012

The Haditha Marines-The Squad Leader-A Final Chapter

It certainly seems appropriate that the last defendant in the Haditha case is the squad leader, SSgt Frank Wuterich. Leaders take responsibility, and SSgt Wuterich has taken full responsibility for the actions of his squad in Haditha. His stance from the outset has remained clear:

"My Marines responded to the threats they faced in the manner that we all had been trained", he has steadfastly maintained. "I will bear the memory of the events of that day forever, and will always mourn the unfortunate deaths of the innocent Iraqis who were killed during our response to the attack."

As the last Marine originally charged in the deaths of Iraqis in Haditha, Iraq in 2005, SSgt Wuterich will be seated at the defense table in his general court-martial two days from now, Wednesday, January 4th. Barring last minute motions or outright dismissal of charges, jury selection will begin Wednesday or Thursday. SSgt. Wuterich will be tried by a jury of combat-experienced Marines, and the panel will include at least two Marines from the enlisted ranks.

Much has been written over the last six years about Haditha, and links to some of the most recent news articles and commentaries are included at the bottom of this post to help bring readers up to date. For older Free Republic postings, please use this link or enter the keyword Haditha in the Free Republic search engine.

The purpose of this Free Republic thread is to serve as a "Master Post" where trial news and updates can be brought together in one place for easy reference by those interested in following the proceedings as they unfold.

Freepers Smoothsailing, Red Rover, and Jazusamo will monitor the thread, post updates, and attempt to answer questions or direct readers to information sources. Jazusamo maintains the Haditha Marine Ping List. Please ask Jazusamo to be added to the ping list if you wish to be alerted to updates.

Recent News and Commentary:

MILITARY TIMES-Haditha Marine Faces Trial

Count Down to the Last Haditha Trial

MILITARY: Two high-profile cases set for Pendleton courtrooms

Remember SSgt Frank D. Wuterich: The last Haditha Marine goes on trial

Don’t rewrite Murtha’s legacy (Haditha Marines)

[smoothsailing]

basement dwelling “script kiddie”

It wouldn't surprise me.

Well, I hope they flog the little nosepicker when they catch him, and then put him on trial. Doesn't matter how amatuerish or incompetent the hack was, it damaged lives and is a crime.

[Lancey Howard]

It is ironic that Faraj supports and justifies the theft of personal information as long as it meets his criteria.

[smoothsailing]

I have no doubt he can be quite eloquent while offering forth on the legal code of ethics and the rules of professional conduct.

[RedRover]

A company?s security system is only as strong as it?s most gullible employee

Or one who decides that "1234" is a great password because it's easy to remember.

[Girlene]

Did you guys notice that “Rules of Engagement” is on PBS tonight?

[RedRover]

Yes, I have a copy though so won’t be tuning in. They may have shot new material though. Nat saw them at the court martial.

[smoothsailing]

twitter.com/puckettfaraj

Business is booming. Couldn't have asked for a more sympathetic public reaction. The phone has been ringing off the hook with new prospective clients. Thanks Anonymous!

https://twitter.com/puckettfaraj

[smoothsailing]

Thanks, Girl. Just checked the listing, says it’s a repeat of the 2008 broadcast. Says it includes some of the UAV footage.

[Gene Eric]

Agreed. If I’m not mistaken, it was TMLC that brought my attention to Haditha. The law center takes up a lot of good causes.

[Lancey Howard]

Did you guys notice that “Rules of Engagement” is on PBS tonight?

Thanks for the heads up.

[Lancey Howard]

Or one who decides that "1234" is a great password because it's easy to remember.

Well, Red!
If I catch somebody sneaking around in my garage, I'll know who it is..

[smoothsailing]

Or one who decides that "1234" is a great password because it's easy to remember.

Well, Red!
If I catch somebody sneaking around in my garage, I'll know who it is..

.

Spaceballs 12345

[smoothsailing]

Or one who decides that "1234" is a great password because it's easy to remember.

Well, Red!
If I catch somebody sneaking around in my garage, I'll know who it is..

.

Spaceballs 12345

[smoothsailing]

twitter.com/puckettfaraj

There's no end to the hilarity of watching Anonymous taking a beating for attacking us:

https://twitter.com/puckettfaraj

[smoothsailing]

Puckett & Faraj website back online, still some kinks to work out

[jazusamo]

Yep, kinda looks like there’s kinks. LOL!

Thanks, Smooth.

[Semper Fi Mom]

Yup, they really need to be updated! LOL

[jazusamo]

Hiya Mom, they sure do. :-)

Hope things are better now, God Bless!

[Semper Fi Mom]

Gets a little better each day!

[smoothsailing]

Puckett & Faraj – We Fight to Win!

Published on Wednesday, 15 February 2012 19:51

Contrary to reports and rumors of the demise of the Law Firm, Puckett & Faraj is stronger than ever, providing military and federal criminal defense legal services.

Fresh off the January 2012 conclusion of the six-year Haditha case, where the government capitulated over half way through their case, Puckett & Faraj are continuing to defend military members in UCMJ actions and civilians facing federal indictments.

...........

The recent hacking of the Law Firm by an international hacker group shows the value of the win in the Haditha trial. The Law Firm of Puckett & Faraj defends individuals against big government and wins their freedom based on the truth.

The international hacker group got it WRONG – our focus has always been on individual rights and against the government and its overzealous prosecutors.

Continued......