That's what counts in the end; where you stand with Almighty God. A former friend testified that Massey had spoken many times about killing dogs, cats, and cows, and remarked that Massey had a fascination with setting fires. WebJason Eric Massey (January 7, 1973 April 3, 2001) was an American murderer who was executed in 2001 for the murders of two teenagers. Let those without sin cast the first stone." A state psychiatrist who examined Massey in June 1991 found that he had a fantasy of becoming a serial killer and had listed the names of several girls he wanted to kill in his journals. [5], The prosecution sought a death sentence for Massey. I am at peace. Or Billy Vickers, who admitted on the gurney that he was responsible for not one, but at least a dozen deaths. "I'm not going to struggle physically against any restraints. The classmate's dog had been killed and mutilated and the blood smeared on her car. On August 3 20 year old Jason Massey was arrested and charged with the killings. When he returned, both Brian and the car were gone. All he needed to do was watch how the media nearly deified such people with endless hype and attention, how serial killers were made to look clever and calculating in movies. No one walks away victorious.". As the State was relying You all have been there for me; it's a miracle. WebClay Strange's opening statement summarized the case: Massey was introduced to Christina Benjamin in mid July 1993. EXECUTED: Jason Eric Massey (Take 2). Ellis County sheriff's Lt. Royce Gothard said the girl's naked body was in the brush beside a gravel road. A store clerk who sold .22-caliber bullets, handcuffs, and two knives to him picked him out of a lineup. Based on samples of fly larvae from both bodies, it was estimated that Brian and Christina had been killed between the late evening of July 26, 1993, and the morning of July 27, 1993. In another entry, Massey wrote that he had killed 41 cats, 32 dogs, and 7 cows. Certain people appear to crave absolute control--evident in Massey's journals and this need often derives from a chaotic childhood. A search warrant was implemented in such a way as to render the use of resulting "evidence" in court highly questionable. The Lamp of Hope (Associated Press & Rick Halperin). The body parts never have been found. Next, he expressed love to individual members of his family and apologized to them "for all of the pain that I have caused." I was trying to make a living. At his execution, Massey confessed to his crime and apologized to the victim's family: "I do not know any of y'all and that is unfortunate, because I would like to apologize to each and every one of you individually." Looking outside, he saw his 14-year old son, Brian, approach the car on foot and talk to the people in the car. A store clerk who sold .22-caliber bullets, handcuffs, and two knives to him picked him out of a lineup. I know you guys want to know where the rest of her remains are. I was paid to shoot the man. I hope sometime in the future you can forgive me. Jason's mother, like all self-absorbed mothers, never saw what she was creating. October 12, 1994 - Following a punishment hearing, the jury answered the special issues submitted pursuant to article 37.071 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure; an affirmative answer was given to the first special issue and a negative answer was given to the second special issue. Thoughts like that were powerfully erotic to a lonely, disturbed boy who had few social skills. Jason Massey's car. Read the blog below, which Massey crafted to help commemorate the second anniversary of the announcement of Arizona Public Services Clean Energy Commitment. They are killing me tonight. Feeling angry and afraid, he developed violent fantasies, and his image of women was formed by an ill-tempered mother who was anything but nurturing. He wanted bones to cry to him from the earth, bones of victims that belonged to him and him alone. "I want you to know I did do it," he continued, "I'm sorry for what I have done." Source: Texas Attorney-General Media Advisory I want you to know that Christina, she did not People hollered for my life, and they are to have my life tonight. March 23, 2000 - Massey filed a notice of appeal and the case was subsequently docketed in the Fifth Circuit. WebAt his execution, Massey confessed to his crime and apologized to the victims family: I do not know any of yall and that is unfortunate, because I would like to apologize to each and every one of you individually. I want you to know I did do it, he continued, Im sorry for what I have done. There were at least four volumes of the journal, discovered by a hunter who found them inside a cooler hidden in bushes in a rural area. The last words of the 376 prisoners executed in Texas since 1982 are faithfully recorded on the state justice department's website. James King, whose son and stepdaughter were killed by Massey, said he was glad authorities nabbed Massey when they did and that would-be serial killer didn't have the chance to act more on his fantasies. There were at least four volumes of the journal, discovered by a hunter who found them inside a cooler hidden in bushes in a rural area. Texas Execution Information Center by David Carson. David Lee Goff, 32, is set for lethal injection April 25 for a 1990 robbery-slaying in Fort Worth. "I do not know any of y'all and that is unfortunate, because I would like to apologize to each and every one of you individually. Prosecutors described, "very long, delicate, intricate carvings" on her trunk and genitals. As the only child for two years, he took the brunt of his mother's immaturity, and as a loner rejected by other kids, he developed a need to find something that would comfort him and make him stronger on his own. SUSPECTS: Prior to Jason's arrest, 2 men both known to him were arrested for the crime. "I would have gotten better," he once warned. If you had wanted to punish me you would have killed me the day after, instead of killing me now. It's a shame he started with kids.". Method ofMurder I know I allowed the devil to rule my life [ ] I deserve what I am getting. King woke his common-law wife, Donna Benjamin, and although worried, they decided to wait to see if they would return home. What it takes. WebHe quoted Kaltenbrunners final words: I have loved my German people and my fatherland with a warm heart. Thereafter, the Court of Criminal Appeals adopted the trial court's findings of fact and conclusions of law and ordered that Massey's request for state habeas relief be denied.) ON A PERSONAL NOTE: I am led to believe that Americans charged with a crime are guaranteed "Due Process" whether guilty or innocent. "It is written in Esekiel 16:35.". But the official record alleges that the argument was about his crack addiction, and an autopsy contradicts his account of the death. During that time, the date of execution was phoned to the prison while they were in the courthouse building. Bill Cox begins Born Bad with a quote from Jason Massey's journals that appropriately shows the workings of his mind: "My life: It's been about chasing girls, finding the one to rape and kill. In July 1993, James King was awakened early one morning by the sound of a car pulling up to his house, honking its horn twice, and driving away. All of his other appeals in state and federal courts were rejected. (At a later date, the state habeas court entered findings of fact and conclusions of law recommending that relief be denied. It should come as no surprise that Jason would develop a love/hate relationship with women. The real question is, how did he get this way? You call that equal justice. Give me my rights. Brother Anderson, Kathy, I want you to know that I appreciate all these years that you have been coming to see me on death row and Daddy, I love you. He viewed himself as serving some "Master" and built altars to a demon. Three fried chicken quarters, fried squash, fried egg plant, mashed potatoes, snap peas, boiled cabbage, three corn on the cob, spinach, broccoli with cheese, one pint of caramel pecan fudge or tin roof ice cream, and a pitcher of sweet tea. October 12, 1994 - Following a punishment hearing, the jury answered the special issues submitted pursuant to article 37.071 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure; an affirmative answer was given to the first special issue and a negative answer was given to the second special issue. Citations: In one journal, also read to the jury, Massey stated that he was about to start his career as a serial killer and mass murderer. I am at peace to the fullest. [2], Massey was born on January 7, 1973, in Ellis County, Texas. Canadian Coalition to Abolish Death Penalty (Massey Homepage) King waited for about an hour for his son to return before going back to bed. A search of the car wash trash bin and vacuum containers resulted in discovery of a red bandana with blond hair on it, broken car glass, and a payroll receipt from Kentucky Fried Chicken with Massey's name on it. King waited for about an hour for his son to return before going back to bed. This opportunity is usually given at the absolute last minutes just before the prisoner is executed. 70604-03-01 I'm sorry for what I have done. Richard Schmidt- The doctor who injected his ex gf w/ Hepatitis & HIV because he couldn't commit to her & would rather see her dead than with anyone else. One I would like to clear up is Cullen Davis - where he was charged with shooting his wife. ", Crime Murder of two children, aged 13 and 14. Other witnesses testified that Massey had spoken many times about killing dogs, cats, and cows, and that he kept detailed journals of his activities. In closing, he said, "Tonight I dance on the streets of gold. I love y'all and you know, I want to apologise to y'all too for what I have done. Both were released without charge. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. I am not here to point fingers. I am at peace [ ] I love you all. According to public records, Massey was convicted of driving while intoxicated in June 1993 and was sentenced to 120 days in jail. Many more dead animals followed, including dogs and even six cows. Explorer. Last statement "The act I committed to put me here was not just heinous, it was senseless. Massey wrote that he wanted "to grab society by the throat and shake 'em with terror until they're awake and realize what's up so they will remember who I am, when and why I came their way." ignore customs seizure letter. The boy's fully clothed body was found 100 yards away in a creek with no visible wounds, Gothard said. Officials impounded Massey's 1982 Subaru. Massey had decided he was going to become the worst serial killer that Texas had ever seen. Date of Execution Log In. Massey v. State, 933 SW2d 141 (Tex. Jason Eric Harding (Eric Jason Harding) See Photos. I want to apologise to you again. Three fried chicken quarters, fried squash, fried egg plant, mashed potatoes, snap peas, boiled cabbage, three corn on the cob, spinach, broccoli with cheese, one pint of caramel pecan fudge or tin roof ice cream, and a pitcher of sweet tea. In the early morning hours of July 27, 1993, James King was awakened by the sound of a car pulling up to his house, beeping its horn twice and driving away. In the journals, Massey listed the names of several girls he wanted to kill and stated that he wanted to engrave his name on society. ProDeathPenalty.Com Two small caliber bullets were later removed from his brain and the cause of death was determined to be multiple gunshot wounds to the head. He wanted to go to the Pacific Northwest, the land of Ted Bundy and the as-yet uncaught Green River Killer. He had previously been taken from hospitals where he had been receiving treatment to testify at trials. On that occasion, a dead cat was found in his car. He cut off Christina's head, hands and nipples, mutilated her genitals, and removed her intestines. I now see the books were called The Slayers Book of Death. My previous searches only turned up episodes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and some book, unrelated. However when Jason's family tried to gain access to his transcript the were continually rebuffed by various delaying tactics, from weak excuses and blatant lies, to the transcripts not being ready when arranged and being kept waiting in the court house. Griffith also testified that while anti-personality disorder can abate with some individuals over time and with age, it would not in a case as severe as Massey's. State TM & 2015 Turner Entertainment Networks, Inc. A Time Warner Company. Questions also arise over other witnesses. Approximately 10 days earlier, Christopher Nowlin had been riding in a car with Jason Massey, who was 20 years old and lived in Canton, Texas. Jason Massey was convicted and sentenced to death for the 1993 murders of two young teenagers whose bodies were found by a road worker on a rural road in Telico in Ellis County, Texas. 6th murderer executed in Texas in 2001 Inmate: Jason Eric Massey #999121 Last Statement: Yes, first I would like to speak to the victims' family. I am ready, Warden. Psychoanalyst and social philosopher Erich Fromm writes about the development of "malignant aggression" in The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness, and his ideas clarify how some people turn toward the need to harm. Then there are those executed despite their mental incapacity: Oliver Cruz, executed in August 2000, had an IQ of between 64 and 76; Larry Robison, also executed in 2000 for killing five people when he was 24, was a paranoid schizophrenic. Gary Graham was convicted of killing Bobby Grant Lambert in a Houston parking lot in Houston in May 1981, when he was 17. Massey turned to his parents and a grandmother watching from another window nearby and also apologized to them, saying, "All of this pain has brought us closer together and all of this suffering that we have been through has brought us closer to the Lord and in the end that is what counts." See Photos. Jason Eric. Police are shocked as they delve deeper into the mind of a budding serial killer with a very alarming past. All right, Warden, let's give them what they want. January 10, 2000 - The U.S. Magistrate recommended relief be denied. King got out of bed and went to the front door. I appreciate y'all being here and being strong for me, and Mama, you know I love you, and I appreciate all these visits, the letters and everything y'all have done for me. "I want you to know I did do it. There were also journals labeled "Slayer's Book of Death," volumes 1-4. His last words, on June 22 2000, ended with: "Keep marching, black people. He killed animals out here under the moon and become obsessed with specific girls he saw. These people desire a world where there is no life and their drive for absolute control makes them increasingly more dangerous. Date ofMurder And to my brother and sister for standing with me throughout this situation. The people never hollered for the life of a Houston police officer who beat up and drowned Jose Campo Torres and threw his body in the river. According to his own account, he killed a man in self-defence in a fight in July 1991. [7], Massey was quickly connected to the crime by forensic evidence and arrested, shortly after getting out of jail for animal cruelty. Investigators discovered a long list of potential victims and his diaries were filled with fantasies of rape, torture, and cannibalism of female victims. WebJason Eric Massey, 28, was executed by lethal injection on 3 April in Huntsville, Texas for the murder of two teenagers.