Talk:Ward Weaver III

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OK... this article needs major work. While the events surrounding the murders of Ashley Pond and Miranda Gaddis are correct, as far as I can tell (I grew up about two miles from the apartment complex where the murders took place, and am very familiar with the story); I cannot vouch for the accuracy of Weaver's prior history. Given the nature of the subject matter, we need citations for any derogatory claim--even for a fellow as unpleasant as Weaver. There's plenty of literature on Weaver to be found; the case was heavily covered in the press (both in Oregon and nationally). --EngineerScotty 04:50, 18 May 2006 (UTC)

Good points, Scotty. Finding citations should not be hard. The Portland Tribune was all over that case, with two reporters (Janine Robben and Jim Redden) on it from early on, and their web site is very complete and searchable. There's also a book, written by a private investigator involved in the case (Ashley's step-grandmother.) I listed it in "external links," but the Trib and KATU news have called its accuracy into question regarding some details. I adjusted the lead, because even if it's accurate, I couldn't find sources that quite match what was said here. If sources can be found, change it back. -Pete 08:17, 15 February 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Children

I've had some trouble finding who Ward Weaver's children are. So far I have found three children.

Alexander Jeremiah Weaver, 17 at the time (http://web4.co.clackamas.or.us/mrm/1246.html)
Francis Weaver, 19 year old son who reported the murder (http://transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0208/27/lt.11.html)
Mallori Weaver(http://www.oregonlive.com/special/girls/index.ssf?/special/oregonian/girls/092304_plea.html)

More articles are collected at http://roadtoanaphe.3.forumer.com/a/ashley-pond-miranda-gaddis_post553.html -Pingveno 21:38, 26 October 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Details

Where was Miranda Gaddis's body found? On this page it states that she was found in a bag. According to the article Miranda Gaddis and Ashley Pond her body was found in a box.
I remember Weaver coming forward to talk on some nationwide news show, though I can't remember which one, and saying that he was a (prime?) suspect in the murder on Ashley and Miranda. He claimed to have come forward so that he could "prove" his innocence.
I believe Weaver tried to claim insanity multiple times to escape charges.~KittyKat1987~ 06:58, 2 January 2007 (UTC)

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