Stories of Other Loss
Murdered Innocence - Followup
by Debbie, North Hollywood, U.S.A.
Hello, I posted my story in the "Other Loss Room" under the heading "Murdered Innocence" by Debbie in North Hollywood. I want to thank you for leaving my story on your site for so long. I posted it in June of 2001 and reread it this morning. I thought maybe you or your readers would like an update to my story. Richard was murdered by his mother's boyfriend Jose Cruz in North Hollywood CA, on May 24, 2001. I would like everyone to know that Jose was sentenced to "25 Years To Life" for the torture, abuse and murder of Richard Mendez, four years old. Time has eased some of our grief, but we still think of him often. In fact just the other day I was sitting outside enjoying the sunshine and watching the children at play when suddenly I remembered how Richard used to play in my yard so carefree and happy, and I cried for him again. Memories can be so vivid. Thank You for listening to me this morning and thank you for this beautiful and helpful site. Debbie
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