March 4, 2008
On July 1st, 2000, Alexander T. Wolf was accused of ruthlessly slaughtering two piglets for his own enjoyment. Mr. Hog, the surviving pig, gave the following statement: "It was horrifying! That nasty wolf destroyed my dear brothers' houses and then gobbled their guts. I clearly remember his warning that he 'will do the same to me as he did to my brothers.' I was so frightened by his threats that I immediately called the police with my mobile phone." The police were reported to arrive at the scene in less than 30 minutes only to find the area isolated. They spotted large footprints and traced it nearby hospital where they immediately apprehended the suspect. Although Mr. Wolf was represented by a reputable lawyer, his jailing was inevitable.
Defense Lawyer Smith felt that it was important for the jury to hear both sides of the story and what better person to tell it than Mr. Wolf himself? Smith stated in a press release after the trial, “I thought Al’s truthful confession would gain the sympathy of the jury. I didn’t expect Al to break down during Prosecutor Pigster’s interrogation. His apprehensive attitude and lack of consistency certainly did not help his case!” At the witness stand, Wolf claimed that he was simply looking to borrow some sugar to bake his beloved grandmother a birthday cake. Despite his flu, he still nevertheless went to his job as a meteorologist. Due to bad weather, the majority of the grocery stores were closed early. He didn’t want to give his granny a belated cake, so he went to his neighboring pigs’ houses to borrow the necessary ingredient. His sneezing problem caused two of the houses to collapse.
What nailed Mr. Wolf to a prison sentence was his inability to answer Prosecutor Pigster’s following questions: “If you did not intentionally destroy the two piglets’ houses, then why did you run? Why were you found at Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital after the incident? Why did you threaten Mr. Hog that you ‘will do to him what you did to his brothers’?” He continued, “There is evidence that your family and the deceased family have a long-lasting grudge against one another, which gives you motive. You also live fairly close to the piglets which gives you opportunity. Mr. Alexander T. Wolf, can you explain to me why an innocent person would be caught doing all of the above things?” The poor animal could not answer satisfactorily. The jury deliberated and returned in thirty minutes with a verdict and Mr. Wolf was deemed guilty as charged.
Almost eight years later on March 3, 2008, Alexander T. Wolf lost his life due to a heart failure, which has been spectated to be connected to his grandmother's recent death. As his belongings were being cleared from his cell, correctional officers uncovered his private diary. In it includes the untold truth of what REALLY happened eight years ago—the secret hidden in his pure heart for almost a decade:
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July 8th, 2000
Dear Journal,Sigh, I will never forget what happened this week. Right now I am writing to you in my prison cell. I wanted to give my grandmother a surprise gift because she really means a lot to me. She’s the only one in my immediate family that does not judge me. I was never big on holding grudges and my lack of support in the feud against the pig family caused me to be an outcast to my own kind. Instead, I spent all my free time studying hard as a student and graduated at the top of my class. Being a meteorologist is my dream because it gives me the power of advanced knowledge and the ability to help others.
Exactly a week ago, I forecasted a terrible hurricane. I wanted to warn my neighbors, even if they were not friendly to me. All that matters to me is that I tried. As I arrived at the first pig’s house, I knocked on the door and said “Little pig, little pig, are you in? There is a horrible storm on its way!” I received no answer, so I proceeded to the next house and the same thing happened. By this time I reached the third little pig’s house, I could tell the storm was picking up its pace. Now, I know the third little pig has hearing problems, so I shouted, “Little pig, little pig, are you in? There is a terrible storm coming. I’m here to warn you as I did your brothers.” I saw that pig peek through the curtains and throw me a nasty look. I didn’t expect a warming smile from him but I felt satisfied that he had heard me so I returned to the safety of my own home.
February 20th, 2008
Dear Journal,I have just received notice that my grandmother passed away. I now have no regret to tell you everything.
After I arrived home on that tragic day, soon enough, the hurricane approached. Afterwards, I went to check on the first two pigs and their poor houses were blown down! As I got rid of the debris, I found both pigs still breathing but barely. I quickly rushed them to the Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital where Dr. Grandpa Doe works at. He promised to do his best. I was too nervous to wait quietly in his office and decided to look for something to read. What I uncovered was so astonishing—a file on his transactions of organs in the black market! I quickly rushed to the door of the operating room and witnessed my granddaddy murder both pigs in order to steal their organs. I gasped at this discovery but had to remain cool. A few minutes later, he came out saying the pigs did not survive.
So you see, I had to keep all this information to myself because I love my granny and couldn’t bear to see her miserable. I knew that deep down, my grandparents both love each other very much. It just wasn’t my place to break them apart; I also know that had my granny known, she would definitely not take the news well. I'm glad she left the world without knowing this horrendous truth. I hope Granny Doe rests in peace.
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This sudden discovery was very shocking to our community. It is sad for all of us in Animalville to see such a kind-hearted soul receive this treatment. Defense Lawyer Smith said, “I still remember the case as if it was yesterday. In our private sessions, I encouraged him to tell the whole story on the stand and he agreed. I always believed in his innocence but did not understand why he withheld information. Little did I know the burden he was going through at the time.” Mr. Hog was not available for questioning. Dr. Doe had his medical license revoked and was arrested earlier today. The FBI requested a subpoena and will thoroughly search his belongings. Families of other victims will be notified shortly. Doe’s trial date is set to be in two weeks.
2 comments:
Your news report was very interesting. I love how you continued the story and ended and everything. I like the journal entries. I felt bad for him even though I know this wasnt true. I am still in shock that you continued the story until his death. That was really creative and interesting. I would like to read another one of your news reports.
What a cool little story that you made up! hehe
I especially liked the thoroughness of the story; lot of things connect and tie to another. And it was quite creative to include some diaries to spice up the mysterious feelings. Furthermore, the format of your post made it easy to read. Good job.
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