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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 2000
Page
4
In an unedited note read by David Mark Hill at the Aiken court during the penalty phase, he says he would like to address the jury and express deep regret for what he did and to speak truthfully to the people.
A speaker describes a severe personal crisis and brain damage that led to harmful actions. They express sincere remorse, request forgiveness, and acknowledge witnesses’ testimony revealing the impact on victims and their families.
The jury found Hill guilty and recommended the death penalty, after testimonies detailing a mass shooting at a DSS office that left three victims dead. Witnesses described Hill chasing, controlling, and blaming social services while family members spoke of a life unraveled by job loss, accident, and custody fights.
The families of Josie Curry Michael Gregory and Jimmy Riddle release a joint comment through the David Mark Hill trial press access. They say they seek justice not revenge and note the tragedy has forever altered their lives. DSS workers Annette Michael and Wanda Gamache echo the impact and ongoing ordeal.
David Mark Hill’s death sentence and March 16 execution date were set by Judge Marc Westbrook, launching an appeal that could span years. Defense planned next steps as the filing of notice of appeal is required within 10 days. Other death verdicts, plus two additional capital cases, move through the system with the solicitor and state AG’s office defending.
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