Jackson County prosecutors say review of explosion that killed 6 firemen is 'warranted' [The Kansas City Star]
Feb. 1—Jackson County prosecutors believe a review of new evidence in the 1988 explosion that killed six
In a two-sentence statement Tuesday, the
"We believe a review is warranted given that no statute of limitations exists for murder," the office said.
Asked if that meant the office is reviewing the case,
The statement was issued after news surfaced about
Attempts by The Star to reach Riggs and Costanza by phone Monday were unsuccessful. Both have previously denied any involvement in setting the fires.
"It has been 20 years, and I wasn't responsible," Costanza told The Star in 2007. "I'm a Costanza, not a Soprano."
The
The conclusion by the
The
Speaking to The Star on Tuesday,
"I'm blown away by it. I really am," said
The Justice review was launched in response to a series of stories written by the late Star investigative reporter
Advocates for the five people convicted, who maintain they are innocent, this week asked prosecutors to review the case.
In a statement Monday,
"These matters were fully considered at the time of the trial, the allegations against the security guards were thoroughly investigated, and it was determined that there was insufficient evidence to bring charges," Moore said. "That assessment remains true."
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