I had to skim the article...but I get the basics.
What I wonder - if anyone else wonders? Well, the question within myself is...what plea???
For the experiences of these women, I understand the bond was quite high. Me personally, I'll never - NOT EVER - believe the brothers knew nothing about the situation.
But for quite a high bond, and a plea bargain, my feeling is strong in some senses, that the information exchanged in this plea had very much to do w/drugs and/or that area in general.
1000 + yrs or more - it feels, at least in my mind, someone either gets to this guy before hand or he's out underground.
I appreciate your article very much. Thank you!