The State Of Mississippi: Attorney General Lynn Fitch Wants To Execute An Innocent Man

Willie Jerome Manning has remained on death row in Mississippi since November 1994, consistently proclaiming his innocence. Throughout 2023, his case has experienced notable ups and downs. Manning's legal representatives are vigorously contesting the state's attempts to schedule his execution, steadfast in their stance that he faces capital punishment for a crime he did not commit. As of November 30, 2023, the Mississippi Supreme Court has mandated a hold on the state's request to schedule an execution date for Willie Jerome Manning. This decision is pending the court's review of a recently submitted petition. 

The petition presents new evidence that should exonerate Manning. In reaction to the Attorney General's motion to set an execution date, Mr. Manning's defense team has applied for post-conviction relief. This is part of a continuous effort to reverse his conviction in a 1992 double murder case. The decision on whether to set an execution date for Willie Manning has been delayed, with a particular focus on DNA testing. This aspect of the case is pivotal as it would bring forth new evidence relevant to Manning's claims of innocence. Overall, the situation is complex and ongoing, with the legal process still in motion as Manning's defense seeks to prove his innocence and overturn the unjust conviction. 

Willie Jerome Manning "Is Sentenced To Die For A Crime He Did Not Commit" His Attorneys Say, As They Fight State Efforts To Set An Execution Date. According to Mississippi Today "Krissy Nobile, Manning’s attorney and the director of the Mississippi Office of Capital Post-Conviction Counsel, said Manning’s defense team petitioned in September for post-conviction relief based on newly discovered evidence and scientific developments undermining Manning’s conviction.” Attorneys submitted the petition days before the U.S. Supreme Court denied a request to have evidence in the case tested at a specialized laboratory. The state has not responded to that petition or considered the evidence, Nobile said. The State instead is steamrolling toward execution even though there is compelling evidence that Manning may in fact, be innocent,” Nobile said. 

“Executions are not the place to act first and ask questions later.”  

 

Call Mississippi Attorney General's office and ask Attorney General Lynn Fitch to consider the new evidence which would exonerate Mr. Manning: (601) 359-3680 Call right now and leave a voice message.

The Misadventures of Michael Green: A Cautionary Tale

In the quaint town of Maplewood, Mrs. Agatha, a kind-hearted octogenarian, eagerly awaited the arrival of Michael Green, a local handyman. He was recommended by a flyer at the town's community center, boasting affordable rates and quick service. Agatha needed a few odd jobs around her house, including painting her kitchen ceiling, pruning some small trees, and building a roof for her pump house. On a sunny Monday, Michael arrived, exuding charm and confidence. Agatha, pleased to finally have help, showed him around, discussing the tasks in detail. Michael nodded, assuring her everything would be done by the week's end. 

As the days passed, Agatha noticed Michael’s haphazard approach. The ceiling, once spotless, began peeling horribly after he 'painted' it. Outside, two of the small trees remained untouched, their branches mocking her from the yard. However, it was the pump house that became the heart of this woeful tale. One afternoon, Agatha heard a loud crash from the backyard. Rushing out, she found Michael hastily packing his tools. The pump house was in shambles, pipes exposed and broken. Michael, avoiding her gaze, mumbled something about a 'minor mishap' and assured her he had turned off the water to prevent further damage. He hastily asked for payment, insisting on cash, and promised to return the next day to fix everything.

With a sinking heart, Agatha handed over the money, an amount that had taken her months to save. The next day, and many days after, Michael Green was nowhere to be seen. Calls went unanswered, and a text message promising his return proved empty. The real disaster unfolded when Agatha, hoping the situation wasn't as dire as it seemed, turned the breaker on. Water spewed like a fountain from the pump house, flooding her backyard. Heartbroken and betrayed, Agatha had to summon a plumber, incurring additional costs for repairs that Michael had caused. It was then that Agatha learned of the Elderly Scam and Fraud Task Force through the FBI. With a heavy heart, she filed a complaint against Michael Green, detailing the deception and shoddy work. She also discovered national and state sites dedicated to reporting fraud, determined to prevent others from falling victim to such scams. Agatha’s story spread through Maplewood, serving as a stern warning to all, especially the elderly, about the perils of trusting without verifying. Her experience echoed the timeless advice: Never pay anyone before they finish the work, a lesson learned at a high price but shared in the hope of protecting others from similar fates.