Author Topic: FBI 10 most wanted down to 9. Warren Jeffs arrested in Las Vegas (Read 1096 times)

TracerX · « **on:** August 29, 2006, 04:05:26 PM »

Story:

http://www.ktar.com/?nid=6&sid=214690

Fairly big news in Utah and Arizona. He seems to be a pretty creepy guy.

nirvana · « **Reply #1 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:29:49 PM »

Didn't he set up a Mormon towne in Colorado City and expel boys in their teens and younger so that older men could have more wives? The boys were banished for petty things, or nothing at all. WHat a creep.

Viking · « **Reply #2 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:39:07 PM »

A polygamist is one of the 10 most wanted criminals in America? Ummmm

TracerX · « **Reply #3 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:40:21 PM »

Yes, that was a charge that some are making against him, and I would tend to believe the charges. However, that is an easy claim for any disgruntled ex-member to make. It will be interesting to see what kind of evidence comes to the surface.

BTW, be careful with terms, Mormons and this group do not associate themselves with each other.

Viking · « **Reply #4 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:46:23 PM »

IS polygamy illegal in the US? And why would a polygamist be one of the top 10 wanted amogst serial killers and murderers?

TracerX · « **Reply #5 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:46:28 PM »

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Originally posted by Viking
A polygamist is one of the 10 most wanted criminals in America? Ummmm

It seems odd that he would be in that group, but as I heard the Arizona Attorney General say, one of the reasons he is on the list is his general disregard for any legal authority. He placed himself above the law, and Utah and Arizona did not like that. The fact that he was involved in crimes against underaged children was the other huge factor in placing him on the list.

nirvana · « **Reply #6 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:48:06 PM »

My mistake, as most Mormons don't practice polygamy, this group that broke off and established their own church.

Viking · « **Reply #7 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:48:46 PM »

I see. Still find it strange though.

TracerX · « **Reply #8 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:50:48 PM »

Let me clarify my previous statement. He is a fugitive. He ignored orders to appear in court. The charges were related to the abuse of children.

Sandman · « **Reply #9 on:** August 29, 2006, 04:53:58 PM »

All in all... about a creepy as scientology.

Jeffs is obviously a megalomaniac, but... polygamy should be legal IMHO.

TracerX · « **Reply #10 on:** August 29, 2006, 05:00:55 PM »

I can't believe someone would seek poligamy. One wife is challenge enough. There are very few men who could manage more than one household (wife/family). My guess is that many of the people in this community are having significant problems trying to accomplish this.

TracerX · « **Reply #11 on:** August 29, 2006, 05:14:16 PM »

Ugh, Hearing discussions about this on the radio right now. Pretend your in High School. Your girl friend is suddenly married to your friend's dad down the street. This is the kind of thing that was happening there. Apparently, this started after Warren Jeffs took control there. I would be grabbing my pitchfork and torch if I was involved.

dhaus · « **Reply #12 on:** August 29, 2006, 06:03:26 PM »

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dhaus · « **Reply #13 on:** August 29, 2006, 06:05:20 PM »

multiple wives would be the least of your problems. My Cod, Man! MULTIPLE MOTHERS - IN - LAW!!!!:cry

BTW · « **Reply #14 on:** August 29, 2006, 08:06:36 PM »

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Originally posted by nirvana
Didn't he set up a Mormon towne in Colorado City and expel boys in their teens and younger so that older men could have more wives? The boys were banished for petty things, or nothing at all. WHat a creep.

I'm sure he coulda worked out a deal with Michael Jackson...