Case Update (Grand Jury)

[H2O Man]

Good evening, Friends:

I’ve got to drive my daughter home from basketball practice, then attend a school board meeting. I’m often at these until after 11 pm, so I wanted to update people on my cousin’s case.

This morning, the Chenango County (NY) grand jury heard testimony about John Guzy, 56, of Bainbridge, who shot my cousin and his son in a case of “road rage” on 10-27. They returned indictments for the following:

-- murder, 2nd degree;
-- attempted murder, 2nd;
-- two counts assault, 1st;
-- two counts criminal use of a firearm, 1st;
-- two counts criminal possession of a firearm, 3rd;
-- tampering with physical evidence;
-- operating a MV at .08 or more BAC, misdemeanor;
-- six counts possession of firearm, 4th degree.

Also, I had another op-ed in the Norwich newspaper; it is not available on-line. And yet a third should be in another area newspaper this evening, again not available on-line (for a week).

Off to pick up my daughter.

Peace,
H2O Man

[Warren Stupidity]

1. wow. That is totally messed up.

Sorry you have to deal with this shit. Sorry this is what our society has become.

[Catherine Vincent]

2. Very sorry for your loss

[BlueJazz]

3. Thanks for the update. I was wondering about the case against the nut but didn't...

...want to Bug you.

[panader0]

4. Outstanding! He's toast, as he deserves to be.

To think he wanted to pass the blame....
May he spend many years in prison. Asshole.
All the best Pat.

[sybylla]

5. Well that's a good start.

I didn't understand from the previous post that I saw that this was road rage. That's really messed up. Apparently the Grand Jury agreed and I am happy for that. Hopefully it won't take forever to prosecute.

[freshwest]

6. Hope your cousin is better in the hospital than before. Just keep on loving, H2O.

[malaise]

7. I hope he rots in prison

[CaliforniaPeggy]

8. Looks like the Grand Jury got it right.

I hope Mr.Guzy spends many years in prison, where he can contemplate his wrongdoing.

[calimary]

10. AND taken OUT of society so he can't hurt somebody else the way he hurt H2O Man and his family!

for him.

THIS: for H2O Man. Thanks for the update, sir! I'm glad you let us know what's happened.

[ReRe]

9. That's how Grand Juries are supposed to work.

Get to it and get it done. No Ferguson-style Grand Jury stand-off business. When did this happen, H2O Man? I've been following your posts, but can't remember the time-line. Best wishes to you and your family. I know the holidays are going to be hard for all of you. What's probably best is if you concentrate on the little ones. They will pull you through.

[rhett o rick]

25. Here is a link to the story. Hope this helps.

http://www.pressconnects.com/story/news/public-safety/2014/10/31/bainbridge-murder-guzy-court/18232693/

[ReRe]

30. Thanks.

[onecent]

11. I am so sorry H2O for you loss...

I will keep you in my prayers...

I just can't wrap my head around the anger and hatred...it is everywhere....but you have been here sooo long and you never expect it to happen to people that you (are familiar with)..but don't really know. My heart goes out to you and your family!!!!!!!!!!!

Bless you....

[UglyGreed]

12. So sorry

[Initech]

13. Excellent, hopefully justice will be served.

[dorkzilla]

14. Haven't really been around much but just googled the case..

What heartbreak your poor cousin must be going through. The account of his scribbling down the killers plate number while trying to aid his poor son made me cry. How horrible for all of you. I can't even begin to imagine what you're all going through.

...and I hope they put the bastard away for a long time. It won't bring poor Derek back but Guzy won't be able to hurt anyone ever again.

[Spazito]

15. Excellent news...

re the Grand Jury indictments! Thanks for the update.

Very good news, as well, re the publication of two more of your OpEds!

[onecaliberal]

16. Now on to justice...

[zeemike]

17. Thank you Grand Jury.

That is the first big step in justice.
And thank you Mr Waterman for keeping us posted.

[robertpaulsen]

18. Very sorry to hear about this, H2O Man.

I'll keep my fingers crossed and pray for justice.

[Iwillnevergiveup]

19. Thank you so much for this update

I find myself checking in regularly for your posts, and it looks as if things are getting very serious for Mr. Guzy. Am wondering if your cousin has been released from the hospital yet. It would be wonderful news if that's the case. Please convey to him the thousands of people by now nation-wide who are with you in solidarity for justice.

[ms liberty]

20. Good news! I was thinking about you earlier and wondering how today went...

I remembered you posting that the Grand Jury was today. Thanks for the update!

[BrotherIvan]

21. It's a good start

I hope the prosecutor goes after him and puts him away forever. So sad for your family and hope you are holding up. The trial must be so stressful on top of everything else. Best to you.

[Dont call me Shirley]

22. Looks like he may be getting the hammer.

He should have been given therapeutic help before his rage got to this.

Your cousin, his son and family did not deserve to be the target of his uncontrollable explosiveness.

Grieving well is a beautiful strength.

[Spitfire of ATJ]

23. That's pretty good for nailing an ex-cop.

[barbtries]

24. thank you for keeping us updated,

and for representing your cousin. seems like 1st degree would be more like it. was the family consulted by the DA? do they have victim/survivor services where you live? my advocate and counseling were so vital after my daughter was killed. my heart goes out to anyone who has to endure this terrible experience. hoping for justice.

[rhett o rick]

26. My best to you and your family. I hope justice is served. nm

[NBachers]

27. "Sorry, no deals on this one."

[Samantha]

28. Good to know and thank you for telling us

Peace be with you at this difficult time. You have thousands of friends always available to listen.

Sam

[lunasun]

29. justice wished

tampering with evidence too ?
had been drinking that day?
there are a lot of indictments listed
that means a lot of crimes were committed that day and I hope you and your family see justice served
Peace

[MohRokTah]

31. It's obviously capital murder

It was premeditated just prior to the shooting.

The perp should be spending forever behind bars.

[iandhr]

40. No death penalty in New York

[sakabatou]

32. Now let's see what he is guilty of when the trial ends

[uppityperson]

33. Thank you for keeping us updated and peace to you H2O and your family.

[sabrina 1]

34. Thank you for the update, I wondered if there had been any news on the GJ results yet. That is good

news, at least he will be off the streets and unable to hurt anyone else, hopefully forever.

[pacalo]

35. K&R.

Would you post your op-ed published in the Norwich newspaper on DU when you get the time? Thanks, H2O Man.

[gademocrat7]

36. Thanks for the update, H2O Man.

Hope the perpetrator of this heinous crime never sees the light of day. Continued healing thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

[marble falls]

37. Thanks, h2o.

[msanthrope]

38. He's former NYPD. Does your family have a civil attorney? nt

[TBF]

39. So afraid he'd walk as former police -

I'm glad the residents of your area saw past that and will make him stand trial.

[spanone]

41. k&r...

[niyad]

42. thank you for the update. I hope that bastard rots.

[librechik]

43. blessings! n/t

[OhioChick]

44. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers