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David Smith, the father of the deceased boys, shared heartfelt sentiments, emphasizing the profound impact of his sons' deaths on his life. He rejected the notion that Smith’s actions were a mistake, insisting that she consciously made the choice to end their lives. His plea to the board underscored a community's desire for justice, as he articulated that the sentence of thirty years to life was insufficient for the lives of his beloved children.
Testimony of Family Members
The hearing also included testimony from David's new wife and their daughter, who expressed sorrow for the absence of her older brothers. The daughter poignantly conveyed the loss she felt growing up without the companionship of siblings, sharing her resolve to live in honor of her brothers’ memory.