The Jeffrey Pyne Case
Over the last year or so I had seen some highlights and topic titles about a former valedictorian being accused of murdering his mother. For whatever reason I never seriously gave a look at the articles or information. Today I am unsure if I am glad I had not paid attention until it had gotten to this point or if I feel bad that I did not. After watching an episode of 48 Hours, I am completely sympathetic as well as outraged about this case. I will be honest in saying that a lot of my reaction is based on my experiences with dealing with those with mental illnesses as well as those who provide services to the mentally ill. On May 27, 2011 around 2:30 pm Bernard Pyne returned home with his young daughter, Julia. When he attempted to enter the garage through a small walk in door he found it blocked... blocked by the body of his wife Ruth Pyne, 51. Bernard immediately prevented his daughter from seeing the scene and called the police. He t...