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It's always a great Saturday afternoon when we get to spend it with supporters. We've missed you so much! In this Snow & Tell Zoom discussion, Jamie gave an update on where he is on going through the 8000 documents, we talk about about last week's episode about Bo, and Barton McNeil's cousin Chris Ross joined in to give us an update on last week's hearing. We appreciate all of you more than you know. And don't forget, Peace and Justice for Jamie Snow think it, say it, write it every single day! Links to more info about Barton McNeil's case: FreeBart.orgFree Bart on FacebookSuspect Convictions Podcast Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

Snowfiles most recently released an episode on January 27, 2022. Just days later, Cohost Tam’s son passed an untimely, sudden death. The team took three months off to grieve and support…but also to investigate. 28 year old Bo died while in police custody for a seat belt violation. He had a medical history and the outcome was devastating, but something was off. Tam’s investigative spirit was ignited, and she dug into her son’s case immediately. This episode presents all the evidence that was gathered during a mother’s quest for the truth. Snowfiles will return to normal broadcasts presenting the wrongful conviction of Jamie Snow, on May 18, 2022. A few updates: Jamie recently received the 8000 documents in Stateville, and is still reviewing them. He has a status hearing on May 9th at 1:30 via Zoom. We don't expect much activity because the documents are still under review, but if you'd like to attend, please private message either me, Lesley or Bruce, and we will give you the information to log in. You may be familiar with the Barton McNeil case - also in McLean County, and also prosecuted by Charles Reynard and Teena Griffin for the murder of his 3 year old daughter. Bart has a big hearing in McLean County scheduled on May 12 at 1pm - so if you're in the local area, please attend! It's at the McLean County courthouse at 1:30, and it would be amazing if we could pack the courthouse! We will be covering that case in the upcoming season, and you can learn more about the Barton McNeil case at: freebart.org We miss you! We have a Snow & Tell Zoom scheduled TENTIVELY for Saturday May 14th at 4:30pm EST, and we'd love for you to join us to catch up, discuss case events, and talk about both Jamie and Bart's recent hearings. We may even be able to twist someone's arm from Bart's support camp to give us the lowdown on the hearing.

Jamie really enjoyed participating in this great ZOOM discussion Saturday afternoon with family and supporters. We talked about alternative suspects, Jamie's case updates, 8000 missing documents, and Ray - who will now forever be known as the FOIA sensei. We hope you enjoy our first Snow & Tell Zoom as much as we did and we want to thank everyone for joining us! We appreciate all of you more than you know. And don't forget, Peace and Justice for Jamie Snow think it, say it, write it every single day! Music: Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers

Join co-hosts Lesley, Tam and Ray as they discuss the alternative suspect, Maurice Johnson in depth. We go really deep in this discussion! And you can also meet our new Intern, Melinda! So exciting! In 1992, just 11 months after the murder of young Clark Gas Station attendant Bill Little, Kroger Station attendant Derek Brooks was shot in the chest during an armed robbery gone wrong, just 2.6 miles away. Like with Bill, the robber attempted to kill him with two shots to the chest, but the gun jammed. A petty sum of cash was stolen and the assailant fled in a maroon colored coupe, with a female get away driver. After being apprehended that same night, and identified with matching footprints and fingerprints, Maurice Johnson admitted to the crime, was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, apologized to the victim, and was sentenced to twenty five years in prison. The same officers, detectives, and crime scene technicians worked both cases, and were key trial witnesses against Jamie Snow. They received a tip that Maurice Johnson admitted to the Clark Station robbery and murder. However, we cannot find any documents to suggest Maurice Johnson was ever investigated for Bill Little’s murder. Music: The 126ersChristoffer Moe Ditlevson Support Documents Kroger Case FileQuik N EZ Case File 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Pics http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg Newspaper Articles/Maps: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf

In 1992, just 11 months after the murder of young Clark Gas Station attendant Bill Little, Kroger Station attendant Derek Brooks was shot in the chest during an armed robbery gone wrong, just 2.6 miles away. Like with Bill, the robber attempted to kill him with two shots to the chest, but the gun jammed. A petty sum of cash was stolen and the assailant fled in a maroon colored coupe, with a female get away driver. After being apprehended that same night, and identified with matching footprints and fingerprints, Maurice Johnson admitted to the crime, was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery, apologized to the victim, and was sentenced to twenty five years in prison. The same officers, detectives, and crime scene technicians worked both cases, and were key trial witnesses against Jamie Snow. They received a tip that Maurice Johnson admitted to the Clark Station robbery and murder. However, we cannot find any documents to suggest Maurice Johnson was ever investigated for Bill Little’s murder. Music: The 126ersChristoffer Moe Ditlevson Support Documents Kroger Case FileQuik N EZ Case File 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Pics http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790372-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790374-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpghttp://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/12790376-1979-pontiac-bonneville-std.jpg Newspaper Articles/Maps: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/S3-EP43-Sorry-Derek/maurice-newspaper-articles-maps.pdf

It's all about the encore! Message from Jamie Snow and all of us at Snow Files Podcast! Thank you SO MUCH for your support - you are truly an amazing group! Music: credits: Auld Lang Syne - One Man Quartet

Jamie was blown away by his Christmas present this year. Six musicians from 6 completely different genres were commissioned to write, compose, and record a song about Jamie. The only information they received was information about Jamie and his case, and they were asked to write a song about whatever aspect or view point resonated with them - whether it was from Jamie's point of view, a supporter's point of view, his family - anything goes. And man, did they really step up to the plate! I can't begin to tell you how wonderful these artists were to work with on this project. They were so in tune, pardon the pun, with Jamie's plight, and our efforts to overturn his wrongful conviction. They were filled with hope for his release, and that has everything to do with you. I have no doubt they garnered material from his support network because the lyrics speak for themselves. Thank you for that. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! You can see pictures of the artists who are not anonymous and read the lyrics on the episode page on SnowFiles.net. All of them are simply amazing. So - for best listening, slap on your headphones - and don't forget to let us know what you think! Lyrics and links to the individual MP3's in the show notes. Lyrics: Snowman (acoustic, soulful) by Anonymous [verse 1] Locked up It get colder every year And for what How the hell did we end up here? No evidence.. no lessons learnt No trial to clear a name Are we just playing a game In a world full of shame And as the snow began to fall I could hear the angels calling [chorus] you see truth will always win You’ll be home once again Oh the winter snow Will always show there’s hope And it's like gold. And time will tell So hold on, your pain is felt There won’t be no rest We’ll do our best To get you home, where you belong Once again. [verse 2] 22 long years Far too many tears It’s hard to imagine the pain You feel each day And stay, and wait and Up, up all night It soon will be, be your time to To relinquish this pain And hold your name As a symbol of hope and As the snow begins to fall I can hear the angels calling [chorus] [bridge] Locked up, for nothing Justice is coming I said locked up, right here, for nothing Justice, it's here, it's coming [chorus] http://docs.snowfiles.net/jamie-songs/Snowman-Final-Acoustic.mp3 ========= Lyrics: Justice Shine (pop/country/ukulele) by Kel I see a snowman outside that’s what they call me inside of this awful place I did no mistake it’s so hard to breathe without family although they’re with me with their hearts baby [chorus] Yes I know that I’ll hear something good it will happen this time Now is the time And I know that I have you now is the time now is the time bright oh justice shine! And deep down I know I am not alone though it’s 22 that i’ve been without you I’ll freeze my hands someday cause i’ll finally feel the snowman’s frost with my fingertips [chorus] I need your strength yes i feel that you are with me what is next? i want to be free Yes I know that I’ll hear something

Join co-hosts Bruce, Lesley, Tam and Ray as they discuss the "Jeff's" in depth. An extra long episode for you listening pleasure. We also start with Bruce and Ray's thoughts on the Bible Story episode because they were unable to join us on the pop up episode. Lot's of interesting theories and laughs in this one! In August of 1991, just five months after the murder of young gas station attendant Bill Little, a string of other gas station robberies plagued Bloomington. Jeff Miller and Jeff Durbin colluded to rob gas stations together with a gun, for petty sums of cash. Durbin was the getaway driver, and planned to use doctored cab driver’s log sheets to evade detection. Miller chose an Adam’s Family Halloween mask. Regardless, Miller was identified by people who knew him when he behaved erratically after the last robbery, and the two eventually confessed, being sentenced to 38 years behind bars between the two. These known, convicted, and self-admitted robbers were never seriously investigated for the strikingly similar robbery and murder of Bill Little. Listen to hear how they avoided prosecution for Jamie’s case, and the ominous remarks made by one of them, after coming face to face with Jamie, post conviction. Music: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Support Documents: Leads 11-12-91: Police report, Jeff Miller's wife; 06-15-93; Crime Stoppers tip - Jeff Durbin Newspaper Articles Twin City Man Restarts Effort for Cab LicenseMobile Home Destroyed in FireMobile Home Fire ProbeDurbin-Miller Articles

In August of 1991, just five months after the murder of young gas station attendant Bill Little, a string of other gas station robberies plagued Bloomington. Jeff Miller and Jeff Durbin colluded to rob gas stations together with a gun, for petty sums of cash. Durbin was the getaway driver, and planned to use doctored cab driver’s log sheets to evade detection. Miller chose an Adam’s Family Halloween mask. Regardless, Miller was identified by people who knew him when he behaved erratically after the last robbery, and the two eventually confessed, being sentenced to 38 years behind bars between the two. These known, convicted, and self-admitted robbers were never seriously investigated for the strikingly similar robbery and murder of Bill Little. Listen to hear how they avoided prosecution for Jamie’s case, and the ominous remarks made by one of them, after coming face to face with Jamie, post conviction.

A pop up podcast about a miraculous discovery by one of Jamie's best friends over two decades after the crime . Is it coincidence? Serendipity? We want to know what you think! Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Sunday Morning Sermon, Duke Herrington

Bruce, Tam and Lesley discuss alternative suspect Isaac "Ike" Gaston. Isaac “Ike” Gaston was a dead ringer for Gutierrez’s composite, and he lived within a mile of the crime. He also had a long criminal history spanning some 40 years which included violence - such as assault, burglary, robbery, and sexual misconduct with a minor. Even while Gaston was awaiting sentencing for another charge in county jail, he assaulted four correctional officers in a vile way. 10 years ago, we only had Isaac's picture, and no other information. But thanks to a few social media leads, we learned his name and later discovered his identity, and subsequent police reports related to tips for Gaston. As for how he was cleared of the murder, that's anyone's guess. Tune in to Season 3 of Snow Files when we explore alternative suspects that were never revealed at the trial. Music Credits: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Support Documents Leads: 25-A27-A29-A34-A107-A160-A Newspaper Articles: Pantagraph 1973-1994 Graphics: Route from N. and S. Roosevelt to Clark Oil & Gutierrez Composite Compared to Gaston (1989)

Isaac “Ike” Gaston was a dead ringer for Gutierrez’s composite, and he lived within a mile of the crime. He also had a long criminal history spanning some 40 years which included violence - such as assault, burglary, robbery, and sexual misconduct with a minor. Even while Gaston was awaiting sentencing for another charge in county jail, he assaulted four correctional officers in a vile way. 10 years ago, we only had Isaac's picture, and no other information. But thanks to a few social media leads, we learned his name and later discovered his identity, and subsequent police reports related to tips for Gaston. As for how he was cleared of the murder, that's anyone's guess. Tune in to Season 3 of Snow Files when we explore alternative suspects that were never revealed at the trial. Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Displaced, Robert Ruth Support Documents Leads: 25-A27-A29-A34-A107-A160-A Newspaper Articles: Pantagraph 1973-1994 Graphics: Route from N. and S. Roosevelt to Clark Oil & Gutierrez Composite Compared to Gaston (1989)

In this final season of Snow Files, we present alternative suspects, hearings on motions that were not previously discussed, and others who were wrongfully convicted in McLean County by the same state's attorney's office.

Join Bruce, Tam and Lesley as they hammer Ray with questions about guns, ballistics testing, and the police reports that have been discovered since trial. Music Credits: Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Related Documents: Ballistics Examinations: 04-03-91 Preliminary Exam - *Nose portion has unusual appearance 04-17-91 Bullet Exam, Identification/Characteristics 04-30-91 Print Comparison - BB Gun 09-16-91 Print Comparison - Harrington and Richardson 10-23-91 Ballistics Comparison - Harrington & Richardson 11-08-91 Ballistics Comparison - Rugar 04-28-92 Canadian Police Report 1994 Rhino Bullets News Clippings (Full Clipping - Multiple Stories) Court Filings 03-09-11 Motion for Ballistics Testing 05-24-13 Motion for DNA Testing

This special bonus episode features Joseph Dole and addresses the urgent matter of Illinois legislation seeking parole for anyone who has served at least 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Joe is currently also serving a life without parole sentence in Stateville, and is the co-founder of Parole Illinois. His message outlines the issue in a cohesive way, and also offers way you can help. These urgent bills before the Illinois House - hb 2399 and Senate - SB 2333, if passed, could qualify Jamie for parole almost immediately. So please, we are asking you to take a few minutes and listen to Joe's message. At the end, he outlines ways to get involved. You can also visit paroleillinois.org to engage and volunteer. On the website you can also learn more about the press conference and rally that will be held Wednesday, October 20th in Springfield at the capitol. We really appreciate your taking the time to listen, please share this important message! Parole Illinois Website: http://www.ParoleIllinois.org Parole Illinois Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParoleIllinois Parole Illinois Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParoleIllinois Parole Illinois Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paroleillinois/ Music: Better Than This by Cody Decker https://www.epidemicsound.com/

There were only two items that we know for certain left by the killer of Bill Little – and that’s the two bullets recovered from his body. Jamie’s attorneys filed the first ballistics motion over 10 years ago, and yet he’s still fighting for testing. In this episode, we review a case very similar to Jamie’s in which bullets retrieved from a victim were matched to a weapon as early as 1997. We explore the characteristics of bullets used in forensics to identify related ballistic evidence and reveal out of state and international inquires made by detectives. Why has the McLean County State’s attorney spent thousands of dollars in the past 10 years fighting testing – when the Exoneration Project has been willing to pay for all of it? Ballistics Examinations: 04-03-91 Preliminary Exam - *Nose portion has unusual appearance 04-17-91 Bullet Exam, Identification/Characteristics 04-30-91 Print Comparison - BB Gun 09-16-91 Print Comparison - Harrington and Richardson 10-23-91 Ballistics Comparison - Harrington & Richardson 11-08-91 Ballistics Comparison - Rugar 04-28-92 Canadian Police Report Video: 1994 Rhino Bullets News Clippings (Full Clipping - Multiple Stories) Court Filings: 03-09-11 Motion for Ballistics Testing 05-24-13 Motion for DNA Testing

Lesley and Tam had a great time discussing Jamie's case with Meme on A String of Thingz! The immediate reaction of telling Jamie's story is always interesting, but especially with the insight of Meme and Ms. Adams! Let us know what you think! We love, love, love these ladies! Visit A String of Thingz https://astringofthingz.podbean.com/ PoPo Report: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Cjuj4KLcok5eQBTiRTm1d Free Barton McNeil: FreeBart.org - Join us October 5th @ 7pm for the viewing and panel discussion of the 2-Hour Special Episode of SNAPPED on the Oxygen Channel https://www.facebook.com/events/816143189057313/ Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Followed by the Dancer, Alexandra Woodward

On September 8, 2021, the Honorable Ramon Escapa, in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit County of McLean County, ruled in favor of Jamie Snow, for the first time in 22 years. Jamie’s lawyers from the Exonoration Project argued fervently, that the contents of 8000 missing discovery documents would weigh heavily upon his proof of innocence, and that by law, his defense is entitled to them. Judge Escapa presented a four prong litmus test to determine if he should grant the motion, including the scope of the request, length of time since conviction, the burden on the state, and availability of the documents from other sources. He issued a fair and just ruling with Jamie’s family and supporters present. Listen in to hear how this is the beginning of the end for Jamie’s wrongful conviction and incarceration. Related Case Documents: Discovery: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/court-filings/08-03-21_FS_Motion-for-Discovery_Redacted.pdf State's response to the motion for discovery: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-13-21_State-Response-to-Discovery-Motion.pdf Lauren's response to the state's response for the motion for discovery: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-23-21_PetitionerReply-Discovery.pdf Music: YouTube Audio Library: https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music Theme Song: Black Moons, The 126ers Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Followed by the Dancer, Alexandra Woodward

Wow! In five short pages, Jamie Snow's new attorney, Lauren Myerscough-Mueller, lays out every single reason why not only Jamie, but also she - as Jamie's attorney - should get a copy of the discovery. Every legal advocate could learn a thing or two from Lauren's response to the state concerning Jamie's motion for discovery. Remember, neither he, nor she, has EVER seen these documents. She get's it, and as his attorney, she fights for it. You can read her response to the State's response here: http://www.docs.snowfiles.net/filings/08-23-21_PetitionerReply-Discovery.pdf