|
Updated: 7:57 PM Oct 6, 2008
Former Hostage Takes the Stand In Courthouse Murder Trial
The woman credited with helping bring about the surrender of accused courthouse gunman Brian Nichols has testified today at his murder trial.
Posted: 7:56 PM Oct 6, 2008 |
|
The woman credited with helping bring about the surrender of accused courthouse gunman Brian Nichols has testified Monday at his murder trial in Atlanta.
Ashley Smith Robinson recounted how she appealed to Nichols' religious beliefs during hours in captivity before persuading him to set her free.
Smith Robinson testified that she said "whatever was necessary to get on his good side."
She says while watching news reports of the crimes, Nichols muttered to himself "God, please forgive me." She says she also pulled out Rick Warren's book "The Purpose Driven Life" and read to Nichols a chapter to gain his trust.
At one point, she says, Nichols described himself as a "brother in Christ."
Authorities say Smith Robinson's calm dealings with her captor helped bring about Nichols' surrender after he burst into her suburban Atlanta apartment and held her for seven hours. Nichols is accused of fatally shooting a judge, court reporter, sheriff's deputy and a federal agent.
He has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
| Most Commented |
| Second "Cool School" Stop Revealed 435 Comments |
| Nation's Unemployment Drops To 8.3% 236 Comments |
| Santorum Sweeps Three States As Romney Stalls 232 Comments |
| More Charges Against Driver In Fatal Accident 219 Comments |
| ECU Student Survives Attack, Parents Murdered 196 Comments |
| Court Says Fired Trooper Seen Kicking His K-9 Should Get Job Back 182 Comments |
Click one of the pictures below to see more or to upload your own photos and videos.
 |
CarSoup
Search inventory from local dealers and private sellers. |
 |
|
 |
Rental Guide
Video tours to help you find your next apartment. |
|
|
 |
Double Dollar Deals
Save 50% from local merchants. |
|
|
 |
Classifieds
THE place to buy and sell items. Most ads free. |
|
|
 |
Experts
Got a question? Ask Eastern Carolina's Experts. |
|
|
 |
Health Matters Keeping you and your family healthy. |
|
|
 |
MomsEveryday.com Making Mom's Life Easier in Eastern Carolina. |
|
|
 |
Business Break
Two minutes of info from local businesses. |
|
|
