For some unknown reason had a doubt that Brown was guilty, although the sheriff did not participate in the investigation, was not present for the victim interview and it was his own office that conducted the investigation and arrested the defendant. That's the most bizarre thing I've heard since I became prosecuting attorney.

I have more important things to worry about.

Our belief that public servants should be held to a higher standard.

The allegations are despicable, ... The suspects will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

You can run but you can't hide, ... This is the second defendant in six months who has fled the jurisdiction on the day of trial and it's also the second one we have caught with the assistance of the FBI.

Operating with one hand behind our back.

From Arizona to Pennsylvania, they're literally running scared, ... FBI, Saline County sheriff's office, Benton police and all agencies for bringing these men to justice.

Should and will not dampen the community's enthusiasm of helping our friends and neighbors from the South. Anybody stupid enough to do this is stupid enough to get caught.

Mr. Bailey has obviously paid a very steep price for his mistake, and I think this is an appropriate resolution.