Category Archives: McCarron

Denver Post Article Blames “Autism” for Parents Killing Kids – Dick Sobsey Responds

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Yesterday, the Denver Post published a truly horrible article by Nancy Lofholm titled Autism’s terrible toll: Parents risk hitting a “breaking point.” In the context of this article “hitting a breaking point” means “murdering your child.” Your autistic child: Jacob Grabe, 13, could sense a storm coming several days out. He would get agitated and … Continue reading Denver Post Article Blames “Autism” for Parents Killing Kids – Dick Sobsey Responds →

More on Karen McCarron’s Sentence

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The first accounts of the sentencing hearing were short on details. There are a few more out. I think they bear reading for a fuller picture of the atmosphere in the courtroom that day. Yesterday, the Peoria Journal-Star featured an article by Kevin Sempier titled “McCarron Shows Remorse“: PEKIN – Karen McCarron stood trembling in … Continue reading More on Karen McCarron’s Sentence →

Karen McCarron Sentenced to 36 Years for Murder of Katie

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The waiting is over. Just a couple of hours ago, from the Peoria Journal-Star: PEKIN – Karen McCarron was sentenced to 36 years in prison today for suffocating her autistic daughter in 2006 and a request for a new trial was denied. McCarron will have to serve 100 percent of the sentence and would be … Continue reading Karen McCarron Sentenced to 36 Years for Murder of Katie →