Denied Parole for 6th Time. The parole board conducted the Killer’s sixth parole hearing via teleconference and decided he remains unsuitable for release.
Before the hearing, Yoko Ono stated she would oppose his parole again, expressing concerns about the safety of herself, John Lennon’s son, and the Killer himself. “I’m afraid it will bring back nightmares, chaos, and confusion,” she said.
The parole board postponed the hearing from August to September, citing the need for additional information for a comprehensive review.
The Killer, who suffers from severe depression, told the parole board he had a list of people he wanted to kill, including talk show host Johnny Carson and actress Elizabeth Taylor.
I made a horrifying decision to end another human life out of selfishness,” he said.
“I thought killing John Lennon would make me somebody, but I became a murderer, and a murderer is not somebody people know.”
He also told the board that a judge would help him find work and housing if released.
In his closing statement, the murderer spoke about how Jesus had changed his life: “I know Him, He is with me now. He helps me talk to you. Without Him, I am nothing. For me, there could be no one greater.”
On 7th September, the parole board rejected his application. They remain concerned about his disregard for social norms and the sanctity of human life
“release at this time would be inappropriate and inconsistent with community welfare.”
In advance of scheduled sixth parole hearing, Yoko Ono said that she would again oppose his parole, stating that her safety, that of John Lennon’s sons, and killer’s would be at risk
Declaration
In writing about John Lennon’s death, I intend to pay tribute to him. His tragic death reverberates around the world, and the name of his killer is known around the world.
However, F!A!R have chosen not to mention the killer name.
There are several reasons why we should not name a killer.
First, it may increase their fame and attention, which may lead to copycats or other violent acts. A 2018 study published in the journal Crime & Delinquency found a correlation between media attention to killers and subsequent increases in similar offences. The study also found that high-profile killers often serve long prison sentences, which increases the likelihood of them planning future crimes.
Second, it may cause more suffering for victims and their families. Victims may feel objectified or ostracized, while the bereaved may feel distressed and violated.
For these reasons, F!A!R use the term killer rather than mentioning him directly.