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DA has no regrets about Phoebe Prince bullying charges

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DARA KELLY,
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Published Saturday, January 1, 2011, 8:54 AM
Updated Saturday, January 1, 2011, 9:04 AM

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Sean Mulveyhill, Kayla Narey, Austin Renaud, Ashley Longe, Flannery Mullins and Sharon Chanon Velazquez
Sean Mulveyhill, Kayla Narey, Austin Renaud, Ashley Longe, Flannery Mullins and Sharon Chanon Velazquez


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Outgoing Northwestern District Attorney Elizabeth D. Scheibel has said that she does not regret prosecuting the six South Hadley students accused in the Phoebe Prince suicide case.

The Boston Herald asked her what she hoped was the outcome of these trials which will take place after she steps down from the position on January 5.

Scheibel said, “Accountability. What is most important is to take responsibility for one’s actions.”

After January 5, she will be replaced by Hampshire Register of Probate, David Sullivan. Scheibel said that it is standard procedure that the incoming district attorney would review pending cases, but she could not say if he would pursue the case.

In March 2010, Scheibel charged the six high school students with various crimes.

Sean Mulveyhill (17) was charged with alleged statutory rape, violation of civil rights, criminal harassment and disturbance of a school assembly. Austin Renaud (18) was also charged with alleged statutory rape. Kayla Narey (17) will stand trial for alleged violation of civil rights, criminal harassment and disturbance of a school assembly. Ashley Longe (16)  for alleged violation of civil rights with bodily injury resulting. Flannery Mullins (16)  and Sharon Chanon Velazquez (16) alleged violation of civil rights and stalking.

The outgoing deputy assigned to the South Hadley cause has offered to remain on as a special prosecutor. Scheibel said “We want the transition to be seamless.”

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Searlit | Jan 05, 2011, 09:47 PM EST
I also thank DA Scheibel for prosecuting these stalkers and harassers.

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Chemteach | Jan 03, 2011, 10:47 PM EST
Scheibel has taken a critical step towards holding bullies responsible for their actions and the concequences thereof. One most hope that her successor will not flaunt mass public opinion and the intent embodied in the COM Anti Bullying Law enacted in April of 2010 by dropping the charges or engaging in a lukewarm prosecution. His actions in these cases will be followed closely lest he join the ranks of those who retain primitive and falacious attitudes towards bullying.

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NancyLou9 | Jan 03, 2011, 09:18 AM EST
I hope they do continue on with the prosecution. These kids are allowed to go on with their lives while Phoebe is no more on this planet to be loved and cared for by her family.

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IrishCanuck | Jan 02, 2011, 08:14 PM EST
I don't think that she should regret prosecuting these little punks. I hope that they get the book thrown at them. Good time to make an example of these kids and give them 3 to 5 years in jail and let them think about what they have done, and make others who are or might be thinking of doing the same thing. My heart and prayers go out to Phoebe's family as the first anniversary of this terrible tradgedy approaches. God be with them.

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Parents | Jan 02, 2011, 11:25 AM EST
District Attorney Elizabeth D. Scheibel finally took a stand against this stocking and harrassing behvior. Thank You. This is not some fun little game, it is ruining kids lives and even causing death. It has got to stop and she took a step that would lead in that direction.

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