Any theories as to why this is not prosecuted?It is hard to believe that two years has passed since this “Felony Attack” were we almost lost a pastor to all in Miramar Beach. Everyone regardless of their religious denomination as a friend knows Father Tom Guido in the community.
This case looks like it has been swept under the rug based on the lack of action by the State Attorney's office. Perhaps this case does not have enough merit for their time. What many people are not aware of during the recovery of Father Tom he had some complications due to the blow he received and he almost lost his life. Therefore, a simple attack could have turned into manslaughter, very few people are aware of this situation but many of his close friends are and we are not going to sit still and have this swept under the rug. The attacker has a history of anger and multiple misdemeanors to include domestic violence. Torey Geile Attorney Clay B. Adkinson as expected is trying to say Mr. Geile was defending himself, considering how many witnesses were present with opposite statements you have to wonder why this has not gone to court. Father Tom is concerned that with Mr. Geile past history of domestic violence that same incident could happen again and the outcome may not be the same.
The time has come for the State's Attorney to move forward and let the people make a decision with a jury trial.
Keep this thread moving before someone else is harmed because the State's Attorney failed to take action in a timely manner.
Any theories as to why this is not prosecuted?
You are correct on the date for a jury but it never happened. The defendant’s attorney is pushing for a misdemeanor and the jury selection was delayed. There is no future date for this action. Another delaying technique so as to buy time this is moving into the next year. The States will Attorney’s office needs to put there foot down and pushed forward.It appears from accessible court records that jury selection was started on 12/11/2017.
You are correct on the date for a jury but it never happened. The defendant’s attorney is pushing for a misdemeanor and the jury selection was delayed. There is no future date for this action. Another delaying technique so as to buy time this is moving into the next year. The States will Attorney’s office needs to put there foot down and pushed forward.
We need to elect a new State Attorney, unfortunately he ran uncontested.
I saw all the delays and stall tactics being used by the Adkinson law firm as well.
What's the root cause of no one else running for State Attorney?
Maybe its the same reason non tourist business doesn't seek Walton out at least not without a push or connection from Art Miller.