[Mad-Margaret]

I have some questions about point 5 on KC Johnson's latest entry (the special prosecutor route). KC writes:

Nifong’s recent machinations have simplified Coman’s job. Because Nifong dismissed the rape charges but retained those dealing with sexual assault and kidnapping, the theory of the crime now revolves around the accuser’s December 21 statement.

1. Were the rape charges against the three defendants dismissed with prejudice?

2. AG Cooper said at his news conference that the investigation has a fresh beginning. Doesn't that mean that all the witnesses, including the accuser, will be interviewed again? IOW, why will her December 21st statement control the theory of the crime?

3. If, for the purpose of argument, her December 21st statement controls the theory of the crime, then how are the indictments valid against the three defendants? Especially Reade?

[Ken H]

Personally, I think this case is so FUBAR that Coman's immediate goal is to figure out the burial arrangements. AFAIK, the answer to #1 is no. Can't answer #2 or #3, but I found this to be informative:

http://liestoppers.blogspot.com/2007/01/nifongs-ripples.html