Opening Statement: Prosecutor Details Events of Waukesha Parade Massacre in Order

[@lifesquandered]

So I think Brooks is using a four-layered defense: -It wasn't me driving. -If it was me driving, it was an accident. -If it wasn't an accident, you can't punish me because there's no plaintiff. -If there is a plaintiff, I'm a sovereign citizen, so you don't have jurisdiction over me.

[@compzac]

you are completely correct that is his defense... now let me play the state -Heres evidence of the vehicle hitting people in the parade... heres video of the driver during those moments -heres evidence that he could have stopped at any point, or left the parade grounds via the blocked off streets with only plastic barricades -the plaintiff is the people of the state of wisconsin and the wisconsin/waukesha district attorney, so yes there is a plaintiff and no the state is not required to present an injured party, but we do have injured parties anyway, also your think of civil court cases this is a criminal case we the people do not have to present an injured party, id suggest you read up on law because we have for years to earn our suits -the citizen darrell brooks is indeed a citizen of the united states of america with a social security number, a Wisconsin driving license and place of residence, he had not submitted any paper work renouncing his citizenship to our country and has not provided any other countries paperwork to which he is a citizen, he will be tried as a citizen of this country and as such if found guilty will be sentenced, and will dutifully serve his sentence as a citizen of the US until such time that he either passes away or his sentence whatever it may be has been carried out.

[@Bridgetthill]

@@compzac I’ve been wondering, did he even have a drivers license? The I.D they showed in court today said only for identification purposes not a drivers license.

[@Scarabswarm]

Reminds me of the Narcissist's Prayer: That didn't happen. And if it did, it wasn't that bad. And if it was, that's not a big deal. And if it is, that's not my fault. And if it was, I didn't mean it. And if I did, you deserved it.

[@zippitydoowopjoe]

Let's not forget the other defense that he has been toying with which is there may have possibly been somebody in the back seat of the car making him drive and because of the tinted windows nobody could tell.

[@dacman69]

@@Scarabswarm very Trumpian.

[@mariechapple2097]

He wants people to think he's the victim, he's disgusting the way he acts. I hope he rots in prison.

[@dandylion9998]

Watching the trial each day- this is so true. He very much views himself as a victim or THE victim.

[@Richard.Hybels]

Don’t worry he will rot in prison and hopefully he has a very long life and suffers every minute.

[@paige6028]

I have NEVER HATED someone I've never met or known. In fact I don't even like the word hate much less harboring that feeling BUT I ACTUALLY HATE THIS PIECE OF TRASH! There are many words that I could use to describe what he is but I'm sure there are hundreds of thousands that feel the same way. He's far from being a human but not even good enough to be called an animal. I like animals. THIS SAVAGE I HATE. I don't live in Waukesha. I don't live in Wisconsin. In fact I don't live anywhere close to Wisconsin. I don't even know anyone who lives in Wisconsin. If I feel THIS MUCH HATE towards this piece of trash I can't even BEGIN to imagine what those who were directly affected by this creatures actions must feel. I DO hope & pray that they are all, some way, some how, finding peace & are working on moving forward to live their lives to the fullest & not allow this creature to hold any space in their heart or mind nor steal any more from them than he already has. I looked up synonyms for the word hate & couldn't find any that were even close to depict what I feel towards this creature. I looked up angry & also couldn't find a word close to what i feel towards this creature. The same way I have these hostile feelings towards someone I've never met or known I also feel the COMPLETE OPPOSITE for those whose lives this creature has forever changed. I have so much love, compassion, empathy, hope & respect for each & every one of you. The way this community has pulled together, loved & cared for one another speaks for itself & is why people all over the WORLD love & support the people of Waukesha. Praying for you all. 🙏🏼❤🕊✝️🙏🏼

[@stj971]

Do they have death penalty?

[@victorialynnhickman]

@@stj971 No, unfortunately.

[@karaDee2363]

The prosecutor did outstanding job with the opening statement outlining their case step by step... Very clear and easy to understand.... His parents should be very proud of him..

[@Enoughalready20237]

Everyone should be proud of him. His family, his colleagues, his community, his friends, his everyone.

[@alley1433]

That’s my Zack attack, love him!

[@leib8219]

No conscience…no remorse….no accountability.

[@loonyloony6550]

No empathy...

[@inkslinger6156]

That’s how Sovereign Citizen’s are. Don’t take responsibility for what they do

[@ShitWrangler]

no problem

[@karengreen5473]

yep yes m'am

[@gwens5093]

@@inkslinger6156 Really? That's how sociopaths and psychopaths behave. They do not posse the wiring to experience conscience, remorse or accountability.

[@ashleypg1708]

I watched every moment of this trial. Zachary Wittchow is an excellent lawyer-- Opper and Boese are too, but I love watching Wittchow's quiet passion and precision. He's so good.

[@BradleyBuiltWoodcraft]

I did too, and he’s only 35, my age, he makes me feel a tad inadequate 😅

[@debbiec4914]

I hope Zach moves up the ladder soon! He’s good and wants to help the victims. Thank you Zach good luck to you

[@georgiabadon2577]

I wish you all the luck in the world because right now the DA the head prosecutor, Zach is assistant DA and Leslie is deputy district attorney all of them are wonderful at the way they conducted themselves in this trial

[@detroitpride7553]

That judge is one of the most patient individuals I’ve ever seen.

[@14ToeBeans]

She is my hero.

[@MsArtemis64]

It must be so hard to treat someone with respect when they don't deserve it at all. She is a very good judge.

[@ileanahernandez1709]

When she finally sentences him she will be brutal!

[@georgiabadon2577]

You are so right I admire judge Dorow for a patience and giving Brooks every opportunity and he constantly stated about his constitutional rights as far as I am concerned he lost his rights when he drove through that parade what a evil sob🎉

[@laurenwright286]

This is such a sad and serious case, he hurt so many people and left others grieving. His lack of care or concern him being assenine in court is absolutely horrific!!!

[@canadianbeef1958]

The judge shouldn't be allowing it

[@DNSMLT]

Also he knew the area very well. He knew it was a "one way" street.

[@a_sorry_Asari]

@@canadianbeef1958 gotta love the American law system 🙄

[@pepelepewx]

he was just getting started.

[@kimberlyjeanpierre7540]

it's like pouring salt into a wound by him testifying 💜

[@kevinparker1766]

The representative for the prosecution is giving a magnificent, magnificent presentation of the facts and the case BRAVO kid👍

[@4713Caine]

that's Zach Wittchow... yes his presentation is easy to follow from start to finish....outlines the case very well so it will be easy for jurors to follow as the case gets going...

[@emilywickler8871]

The overall prosecution TEAM was absent magnificent with the presentation during trial. 12:27

[@cinder7183]

He's enjoying every minute of this. The way he pays attention to the screams and videos. Reliving the terror he put onto his victims, he's quite proud of his retaliation of society.

[@marshalastovall4270]

I believe he gets off on watching the videos of what he did...then he goes back to his cell and brags to the other inmates about what he saw and viewed on screen.

[@alley1433]

He really never saw these exhibits. He is trying to see how much they have on him. Thats why the wondering eyes, I believe.

[@alley1433]

Not enjoying. He’s trying to find out how much is known & is there a loophole.

[@susanbraukhoff5266]

My nephew was at the parade with his two little girls. Harper, the 4 year old asked her Daddy if she could step out on the street and get a candy. He said no come to Daddy and stay close to me. Out of the corner of his eye he saw a car barreling through the parade. If he would've said yes to his daughter, she may have been struck! We thank God she was spared but so many others were killed or injured. He is a demon 😈

[@itsjustlaurel1531]

sending peace to you and your nephew's family. What a senseless and horrific crime.

[@daniellelopez3342]

That's so scary.

[@ellen9925]

So glad someone survived this manic unscathed.

[@loriburnip]

Absolutely terrifying. I'm so glad they're okay physically & hope that their hearts & minds are healing from that traumatic event.

[@DanielBenz81]

Thank god for that, this man is scum in it’s lowest cowardly form, I’m glad that your family escaped his rage

[@nodnoc]

I hate to admit it but the past few days I've been laughing at Mr Brooks' antics in the courtroom. But this presentation made me cry like a baby. This man is totally evil

[@michellenainkristinabusch1221]

Him and the Parkland shooter should be put in a cell together. Let them figure it out.

[@mettathegreatone362]

Demon in human form..

[@stephaniemurria5534]

I haven't laughed yet. I taught children like this for years. He's been manipulating people all his life. Nothing we can do for him now. Good Riddance.

[@smellycat264]

@@mettathegreatone362 agreed

[@kelsonl6084]

I actually think it’s a good thing-it brings some levity to such a tragic event, having a clown in there. Plus it almost guarantees he will be found guilty. I haven’t actually laughed but I’ve scoffed at the ridiculousness

[@Flowerfour4]

Well presented prosecutor, the pictures of the victims and the words that followed "the medical examiner will tell you they died from blunt force trama." Hit hard😥

[@modernNeanderthal800]

Hit really hard. So hard... I might die

[@blackpower9033]

daydreamer.when was that? What week? I started watching later on. How did Brooks take that?

[@shantidavid6062]

He's excellent. He knows the route and how this lunatic killed and hurt people. He knows who this people are, their names, their injuries, the cops who were there. Throughout the trial, when in comes to the route, he's the guy. He knows it like the back of his hand.

[@Hunee-]

@@shantidavid6062 He better know. That is his job as the prosecutor.

[@jenniferruth812]

@@shantidavid6062 what did you think of Sue Opper’s closing today? I agree, I really like this young attorney. He communicates really well

[@Runner656]

That prosecutor is the type of lawyer who genuinely wants nothing but justice for the victims and is sticking to the facts to prove his case. Brooks will not get a mistrial or appeal based on the prosecution or defense errors.

[@Mystery87990]

Oh, the people who had family murdered or injured by Darrell, i don't consent to that name brooks should litigate google for cash for all the ads they mowed down serious viewer's with. Playing ads every five minutes taking advantage of an american tragedy Fair to say, maybe google will claim subject matter jurisdiction

[@DanielBenz81]

@@Mystery87990 maybe stop being cheap and get KZbin red then you don’t have to worry about ads

[@kelseyspivey9644]

The prosecutor did a great job, i went to college for criminal justice.....i have watched a million trials, learned about some of the worst crimes imaginable, and seen many, many, many evil people talk about their crimes.....but i have only seen maybe a hand full of people that truly just radiate evil and indifferance like this man.... he does not even have to speak, he doesnt even have to move.... even when sitting perfectly still and silent, this man just fill his surroundings with negative energy.... gives you chills even watching from a computer screen..... if there was ever someone who deserved the death penalty, it is this man.... not only does this man have zero empathy, sympathy, or compassion, he clearly does not have a brain.....because representing himself was the worst thing he could have done... because all it is doing, is showing the kind of monster he truly is..... all we can do is hope that it works as well for him, as it did for Ted Bundy.....fingers crossed!

[@wittywise6914]

At least Ted was way more intelligent and had some experience in law. This guy is more like Gracy since he's a 🤡.

[@jadepaulsen8456]

I am hoping for an epstien. Yeah...I wrote it.

[@KPD017]

@@jadepaulsen8456 or Dahmer

[@realcanadiangirl64]

@@KPD017 Even better!

[@barbielynn8106]

Kelsey I’ve worked in Criminal Justice for almost 16 years. I’ve seen hundreds of trials in person and on television. I agree with you that Brooks is one of the most evil people I’ve ever seen. He’s classic narcissist and personality disorder. Crazy but not incompetent. This trial is one of the most frustrating yet fascinating trials I’ve ever seen. The judge did an amazing job of making sure his rights weren’t violated so he’d lose on appeal.

[@clintdenman3037]

I think the most part hit me was,that evening there was a certain joy in the air but mr brooks took it away leaving death terror and horror I cant help feel so terrible for that community.

[@shakergroovethang989]

Look how quiet he is now. Ran over those innocent children, how sad 😔 how sad for everyone that was injured and killed that day, because of this man's hateful no care actions. How sad for the families 👪 😢 😞 😔 that lost they're love ones. Prayers and heart felt condolences to everyone affected by this tragedy

[@normac9931]

I think he's muted. Probably only reason he's quiet

[@kaybee812.]

Im so sorry..I hear family and friends crying... I lost my brother many years ago to murder. My heart breaks and I wish I could comfort each of you. May God bless and send days of comfort ❤

[@Inbetweenthelinesnow]

😔😔😔😔

[@astrowuff]

At first I was so confused how someone could do this on purpose or on accident. Darrell Brooks conduct in this case has made it plainly clear that he is that type of person who could do that.

[@pondlakes]

who knows what else he would be capable of if he wasn't going to spend the rest of his days in a concrete box

[@johnmichaelson9173]

Absolutely Brooks showed his rage time & again during this trial. He's shown us how quick to temper he is, he's proven this was done on purpose & he's shown no remorse or respect for the families of the dead & injured. I'm genuinely sorry Wisconsin isn't a death penalty State.

[@RW-to2fy]

Remember evil people commit evil acts and Darell Brooks has the Napoleon short man syndrome and that’s how he justifies his evil acts

[@britth5333]

I’m so impressed by this prosecution team. They avoided calling those in the parade who were not needed to prove their case so they wouldn’t cause more pain.

[@chattycoryn5064]

Amazing opening from the state. May the victims, alive & deceased, family & friends all receive justice ⚖️ 💔💔💔💔💔

[@grandma651]

The prosecutor is so right when he said the defendant (Darrell Brooks) doesn't have a defense. There's substantial evidence that he's guilty.

[@krististevens54322]

Prosecutor did a great job and boy is he easy on the eyes. It was nice to see the jury get justice for these victims, unlike one of the other of the 2 massive national cases that was going on at the same time (Parkland).

[@robmullin1128]

Brooks has tried to deny there was an altercation prior to driving into the parade. Which only makes him look worse! He is essentially saying that he was in a good mood and not a care in the world when he ran a bunch of people over!

[@Mystery87990]

Oh, the people who had family murdered or injured by Darrell, i don't consent to that name brooks should litigate google for cash for all the ads they mowed down serious viewer's with. Playing ads every five minutes taking advantage of an american tragedy Fair to say, maybe google will claim subject matter jurisdiction

[@Greeneyez10961]

I’ve been watching random clips of this trial and have now decided to watch everything because I am mind blown at how they continue to allow him to represent himself and what his defense is. He obviously did it. So what’s his defense? That he’s sovereign?

[@christineterry2381]

Same🙂

[@Bridgetthill]

At this point yes. The other day he was trying to say in an almost hour long rant that because his name was in all caps it wasn’t him. Classic sov cit move

[@howardrichard8544]

They aren’t letting him do this. He has a constitutional right to defend himself- and confront his accuser. It is the law of the land. He stood for a hearing of competence. He was warned over and over of the negative aspects of defending himself- and the constitutional rights he would have to forfeit to defend himself- he made a lucid decision to ignore the advice of the court- and fired his attorneys in open court. He denied the offer for a lawyer to help him guide his way through the legal system. His motion for self defense was granted. There is no way for him to be represented by council- unless this judge holds him in contempt- and orders him to accept council- in which case this jury will be dismissed- and this whole circus would happen again. These are the facts. There is no death penalty in Wisconsin- so he will undoubtedly be sentenced to 6 life sentences- without the possibility of parole- each to run concurrently with the last- and a huge amount of years for the endangerment of the public- like 60 times. He is done.. when he is exposed to other inmates (which may take years- if ever) real justice will be done

[@alfandeddie]

@@howardrichard8544 Well stated

[@sharynpachnek4937]

I am here for the same reason. The clips were so unbelievable that I had to see everything just to wrap my mind around it all.

[@cardslifer2828]

All mass killers should receive the death penalty. Life in prison isn't a deterrent.

[@leanne2698]

I agree as well. I know not everyone agrees with this opinion but psychopaths and sociopaths DO NOT CARE PERIOD. They should be eliminated one by one...

[@diannedocherty3816]

Me too…💯✌️❤️🌎

[@1truthbegettingtold275]

@@leanne2698 Start with bullies and robbers. Then authoritarians.

[@BeaIEngio]

Nor is the death penalty. These people don't think about consequences, or believe they won't apply to them.

[@compzac]

@@leanne2698 woah... might want to activate the ABS on that one, ASPD sociopathy and psychopathy have a limited ability to show emotion, I recommend reading the DSM5 on those conditions as not caring period is not listed anywhere, also all mass killers are killers but not all and not even a majority of people afflicted with those conditions are mass killers, unless you'd like a world like 1930s Germany id suggest you rethink calling for the elimination of people with a mental/chemical disorder.

[@ccmyplaymate]

the level of contempt I feel for this thing is limitless and enduring

[@lfb3441]

This hurts the soul. One of the saddest things I’ve heard. Can’t even begin to imagine how it must feel to have been in this incident. I hope and wish them they can find strength and love to get out of this nightmare. You feel there is not even a reason to try to understand why this has happened. But maybe a “why” could help them feel just a little bit better. It must be hard even on the prosecutors and the judge to have to work day in day out on this. A hug to everyone from Italy. L.

[@cards0486]

I live in Kentucky and I remember when I saw the story, with limited video, on the national news. I wanted to throw up, I was so upset. Who could do such a thing?!? Why wouldn’t the driver stop?!? Watching the trial all the answers became clear. All but one. As Sue Opper said,”We can’t answer the question of ‘why’. We’ll probably never know.”

[@patwats8860]

This tragedy just haunts me. The people will literally bear scars of this for the rest of their lives. This criminal deserves every bit of discomfort and suffering he gets in prison. His prior sentences were too short and he never learned anything from them.

[@eh4372]

You hear in detail The destruction of all those people and children he done, and he sits there previously in court complaining about a little bruise on his arm and feeling abit poorly. Hope this guy gets in general population in prison.

[@brendabowman4414]

oh you know he will not have protection, so i guess hes going to go with the buddy system, i hope hes a big bubba who dont like baby killers.

[@Mystery87990]

Oh, the people who had family murdered or injured by Darrell, i don't consent to that name brooks should litigate google for cash for all the ads they mowed down serious viewer's with. Playing ads every five minutes taking advantage of an american tragedy Fair to say, maybe google will claim subject matter jurisdiction

[@lauriewoodman1140]

Vail was set at 5 million dollars Cash! They made sure he could not get out on bail. Thank God!!!

[@renee1961]

Thank you for posting this. I didn't see Zachary's Statement until this.. The whole Prosecuting Team were Excellent! So was Judge Dorow! Prayers for All of the Innocent Victims., 🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️ And Everyone involved in this Heartbreaking Case, except d.b.

[@MamaBearHomeschools]

Clear and precise opening statement, able to visualize the chain of tragic, terrifying events.

[@annacarter6559]

“So did his motivation to” murder. His motivation was to take out his impotent rage on as many happy people as possible. There is no question about that. All the patterns of his behaviour indicate rage-full malice.

[@982Chloe]

It reminds me of the nurse who killed the pregnant woman, her child and the girls fiancé by driving over 100mph. She killed so many because she was mad at her boyfriend.

[@thegroovyhead]

She (I think) was not deliberately killing people. She was disthrbed with a long history of mental illness, and if I remember correctly, she was in the middle of some type of breakdown. (I may be wrong). Brooks, however, very deliberately ran people down. He was maliciously intentional, and just cares about himself. A despicable person who is not mentally il!. I do understand your remembering that case, though, it also was horrific to see in video. So much pain and loss. Ugh.

[@Mystery87990]

Oh, the people who had family murdered or injured by Darrell, i don't consent to that name brooks should litigate google for cash for all the ads they mowed down serious viewer's with. Playing ads every five minutes taking advantage of an american tragedy Fair to say, maybe google will claim subject matter jurisdiction

[@Nogdeed]

Brilliantly put young man. Well done.

[@Mary-t9s5u]

It broke my heart seeing the little boy. Jackson sparks. He was so little. And adorable. What a terrible act of what Darrell brooks did. ,

[@codyharris2807]

man this is a slam dunk for the state. I could have been the prosecutor and won my first case lol.

[@elizabeth84266]

I think the prosecutor is a very good speaker and seems highly educated on the legal aspects of this case. It’s definitely a slam dunk, but these attorneys are the face of justice for all these victims.

[@codyharris2807]

@@elizabeth84266 o ya I think he is really good just not much of a challenge. I'm just saying the guy defending himself isn't doing so great. I don't think it would take much to beat him because he has basically done it himself.

[@IrishHoopers]

Yeah my dog could have prosecuted this case and won. Darrell Brook didn't make any persuasive arguments, he just displayed his obnoxious selfish self for all to see. Fair play to the judge and prosecution though, classy and professional throughout.

[@cinder7183]

The video when he was caught... hollering don't hurt me and getting on the ground, couldn't give up fast enough. He's a coward, not the mean tough guy he shows a face for. He used that expression to intimidate but when he knows his time is up he couldn't surrender fast enough. May he receive a lot of blunt force trauma in prison. But not enough to kill him each time. Over and over.

[@renee1961]

Zachary's Opening Statement was Very Well Done! He makes his points, in a concise manner, shows Compassion, and is Outstanding!!

[@stancexpunks]

This prosecutor looks like a well adjusted, perfect human.

[@jenniferruth812]

😉 I had a chuckle at that

[@raphaelbentegeac]

Agreed, although that's quite an alien thing to say.

[@elizabeth84266]

Lol, that’s true. He is the perfect face for the prosecution, he looks intelligent, strong, serious and compassionate. Plus he’s easy on the eyes! He’s doing an amazing job at bringing justice to all these victims.

[@LegendLength]

@@elizabeth84266 Well said. Made me think about the process for choosing lawyers. For open and shut cases it's fine to have someone young and inexperienced. As long as they are able to control their emotions (i.e. no home goals). Whereas something like the Zimmerman trial you need a lawyer with experience because it's contentious to the jury.

[@stephaniemurria5534]

Are we agreeing that he's handsome? 🙂

[@stephenland9361]

Brooks' cavalier and unconcerned attitude while the prosecutor lays out the evidence against him, casually twisting back and forth in his chair... the face of evil.

[@kez0110]

This guy had got a large criminal history. He really should of been in prison a long time with the amout of offences hes got before this even happened. The justice system really allowed this to happen. He should of been of the streets years ago! Rip to all the victims involved 🙏 💕

[@smiffymiffed2734]

Totally agree with you on that, the judicial system needs a huge overhaul and law enforcement should be made to sit and watch this trial, from start to finish, if Brooks had been efficiently dealt with, this may not have happened at all! A criminal record spanning years, violent crimes,etc etc - the law eventually came through and convicted him regarding this, but all too late for the affected in this terrible crime!

[@awright119021]

@@smiffymiffed2734 law enforcement has zero control over how long a person gets in prison. They get just as frustrated when career criminals get let out over and over after they worked hard to get them put in jail. All they can do is keep arresting them and hope the court system does its job. Unfortunately the court has been failing by giving too many lenient plea deals and not giving appropriate sentences.

[@DanielBenz81]

@@smiffymiffed2734 great points

[@DanielBenz81]

@@awright119021 also great points

[@debbiec4914]

Since 2020 the bail laws have failed all of us! Woke DAs and judges are responsible they should face charges as well

[@richardcrainium9343]

Enjoy your day in court Mr Brooks because once this circus is over you're going away for ever......

[@itsjustlaurel1531]

and ever amen

[@clarebell3466]

Great opening he needs and deserves to hear the truth

[@Miss-bizzy-body]

Hes a evil monster, that should never be released

[@rsdouglass4]

An immediate and unanimous Guilty on All charges is all I need to hear.

[@majorityminority9549]

Even with 60 plus charges to consider, I'm Hoping for a 20 minute Jury verdict.

[@kimberlyjeanpierre7540]

so sad the sooner he's convicted the sooner they can began to heal, sadly this town will never be the same RIP & PRAYERS TO ALL OF THE VICTIMS 💜

[@Mystery87990]

Oh, the people who had family murdered or injured by Darrell, i don't consent to that name brooks should litigate google for cash for all the ads they mowed down serious viewer's with. Playing ads every five minutes taking advantage of an american tragedy Fair to say, maybe google will claim subject matter jurisdiction

[@bridgetbrawley8405]

How can he even begin to defend himself? I can understand making a wrong turn not knowing a parade is beginning but when you see a thousand people in the streets common sense will tell you stop but Noooo this fool plows right thru it with a smile on his face...

[@alicesmith6750]

Now that the POS has been found guilty on all 76 charges, I can't wait until the victim impact statements are directed towards him at his sentencing, and they get to confront him to his face. He has shown no empathy at all, but has demanded that his rights not be violated. His mother is almost as bad as he is, when it comes to holding him accountable, she thinks he should go to a hospital instead of prison. She thinks he's been treated unfair at his trial, that he's a victim, but it was he who made a mockery of the court.

[@Dreemwever]

It scares me to think of the amount of rage I would experience if a loved one of mine was a victim in this Horrific Act. How someone could do this and feel No Remorse for his senseless act, it is beyond my realm of comprehension. I pray that in the end, the victims family and love ones find peace that justice has been served.

[@Mystery87990]

Oh, the people who had family murdered or injured by Darrell, i don't consent to that name brooks should litigate google for cash for all the ads they mowed down serious viewer's with. Playing ads every five minutes taking advantage of an american tragedy Fair to say, maybe google will claim subject matter jurisdiction

[@f0xh0nd51]

Brooks doesn’t strike me as a person who has ever taken accountability in his life.

[@unifiedvision999]

Simply amazing that this guy has the gall to contest the facts and act as if the judge and prosecution are railroading him. The selfishness is overwhelming.

[@sidviscus]

The fact that he rolled his eyes when the prosecutor was talking about how he ran his car into the parade, that says everything. Case made. He is a remorseless killer. The case was over as soon as it started.

[@deecee901]

He never should have been left out in the first place..

[@sandife4nandes365]

It is unfortunate the officer missed him with his 3 shots. These victims and families of those killed would not have to put up with him in trial. That is traumatizing all over again.

[@minnie5608]

He couldn’t believe anyone would take a kill shot at hill. He really thought that was wrong and unfair. He went on and on about that. Only thing wrong with it was it missed.

[@katuhtonik]

"over the next couple of days" if only they knew

[@laloveisbad88]

I think Wisconsin wanted a speedy trial because they could’ve interviewed every victim and buried him but then all the victims would have to be crossed by their attacker.

[@itsjustlaurel1531]

They said early on thatthe DA was not going to put children on the stand. They were careful who the put on the stand. Helpfully their was a lot of video footage . 🤢

[@michelledahlman2542]

Yes! Listening to the medical reports make me sick. Broken bones, crushed pelvis', organ punctures (most of these injuries suffered by CHILDREN). Children! Which during his first interview and throughout the trial, he used his kids as a scapegoat. ,🤮

[@kristenshafer2262]

Very powerful stuff. One thing I would have added is that the damage to the SUV came soley from humans. He didn't hit any vehicles.

[@LUTfam4]

I think that's a really good point.

[@itsjustlaurel1531]

Don't worry it comes up.

[@michelledahlman2542]

It's horrific to even think about

[@agip07]

During the detectives interrogation Darrell Brooks kept saying “My” life is over. That’s all he cares about is himself.

[@tressabailey827]

Wow when Zac said Jackson was cut down in the road before he had a chance to put any miles on his soul 💔💔🥺🥺

[@nazanina2190]

This attorney is a dream ❤

[@tooterooterville]

You can see the same seeds being planted today that produced this society misfit. In fact, they are becoming even more prolific and common now than ever before.

[@xenophagia]

?

[@Moonglow23]

What does that mean?

[@michelledahlman2542]

This is spot on.

[@Lledrith]

I am so morbidly curious about this guys alleged witnesses.

[@omensoffate]

Yea the states leftover ones 😂

[@Shakaiharp]

The key was what Zach said…what happened when Darrell Brooks lost his physical advantage over a woman!!! How flippin disgusting!

[@letturnersell]

His eyes are smiling like he is enjoying listening to what he did!

[@cards0486]

Zach did such a terrific job on the opening statement. I’d like to see him work a trial now, a year later. I’m sure he handles much more of the responsibility in prosecuting a case.

[@leslieshand4509]

I think that if he ever makes a dime, all money should go to every single victim

[@Anna.Mason151]

It is Appalling to see a perpetrator given the position to interrogate or question or even speak to anyone he (with no fair trial) has already given a life sentence to, the families of those he killed, those who lived through his actions but have to live with loss for the rest of their lives ….. he is guilty of so much more human suffering along with intentional homicide.

[@elizabethlatorre5360]

It's torture

[@cityhomestead40]

I cant believe this court even gave this menace a bail at all!!!! Those families need justice and the public needs safety from this menace to society!!!!! God bless all the families all the souls that were taken and also the defendant how God sees fit!!! God bless America!!!

[@islesofshoals3551]

First punishment please.....no swivel chair

[@beepbopboop7727]

It makes him look aggitated to the jury which is a good thing.

[@rasberryfields2132]

This prosecuting team covered all bases! They were never caught off guard by DB's antics, which he was hoping for! Bless them for all the work they did. This young man is so well spoken and handsome. 🙏 To all victims of this horrific crimes.

[@itsjustlaurel1531]

The main goal is to make sure there are no grounds for a mistrial.

[@tracytaplin2014]

Absolutely disgusting when he started "I never see my kids growing up " wtaf how about those who lost babies or parents or friends u got the best punishment

[@paulinemccallum7187]

May god bless the people that lost there lives 🙏❤️ thinking of all involved with the sad loss of there loved one's praying for you all ❤️

[@MichaelMcFerrin]

IF this guy Brooks is found innocent or given a light sentence, it will be a terrible day for the victims families and freinds of those who died or injured in Waukesha.

[@jamieklump4175]

He won't he's definitely getting life. He killed so many people

[@theycallmeshug]

The irony of this trial happening during domestic violence awareness month

[@solaira3154]

Not for nothing, this attorney did a great job with this opening statement

[@rfcomedy4499]

That rat is quiet now, for the first time in days

[@canadianbeef1958]

He was quiet for the male lawyer and male cop only I noticed, he goes after the women.

[@nodnoc]

@@canadianbeef1958 I noticed that too

[@ashbyalec14]

We need a mute button for all BLMers 🤣

[@beepbopboop7727]

@Dahinatra Gahgnorovich Alright Karen. Back to bed now. That's enough internet for you.

[@yourdarkestfears1134]

So he was fleeing beating up his gf. Smh What a pos And he could have stopped once he realized There was a parade. But he didnt. He kept running over kids. He makes me sick with his arrogant attitude. He thinks he runs this whole trial He is LOVING seeing the autopsies and damage he did

[@jenniferszendi9519]

You cannot run…but you CAN hide. Behind a stack of boxes. For a minute. 😂

[@twocents7495]

This is where “if you had brains, you’d be dangerous,” comes from.

[@PKerusso]

He will basically make statements, and present his side of the story. Than the prosecution will have a chance to tear him apart

[@Enoughalready20237]

@23 minutes DB acts like he’s praying as if he actually gives a issh about what he’s done. Then, later, when victims were giving their statements he was rolling his eyes and patting his chest, etc. this man is pure evil. PURE EVIL.

[@mtb095]

Watching him appear to pray for the first half of the opening is disgusting. He isn’t praying for those he killed; he is praying for himself!

[@thelostone6981]

And that’s why I think some people’s version of Christianity is horrific and unjust. All he has to do is ask for forgiveness and he’ll spend an eternity in Heaven. But I totally agree that he could care less about those who affected.

[@thelostone6981]

Let me also add that I’m glad he’ll spend the rest of his life behind bars thinking on his crimes; nothing but an after thought as people gone on with their lives. That’s justice in a sense.

[@RDC_Autosports]

how is this even a case? the videos make it pretty clear on his intentions the way he ran all those people over and the high school band!? some of them ain’t coming home ya know…..this is crazy!

[@yaryace421]

Because there is a little thing called “everyone has a right to a fair trial” I know it sounds crazy especially when there is solid proof. I personally feel if the proof is as solid as it is in this case that right should be revoked.. but, there is always a loophole to the law and monsters like this guy can get their last laugh. Insane. Just my opinion.

[@jonigarciajg]

It's a case because he plead not guilty. He could have chosen to plead guilty, take accountability and spare the victims and their families as well as the witnesses, the continued trauma of this trial.

[@lurch26killa]

How did he think it was a great idea to show the jury the worst version of himself in an orange jumpsuit and in another courtroom because he could not control himself. The jury found him guilty before this opening statement was over.

[@Simply_claying2]

I'm wondering how he really felt seeing the child he killed and I do believe he said he had kids.. makes you wonder about the future for them or him/her. His mom said he didn't do this on purpose.. I was just listening to the end and was wondering if anyone in jail with him has/had someone injured due to this. if anyone in jail was related or knew someone he hit and killed. I think I said that the right way. sorry If I messed up the way it should be said 🙏🏼

[@compzac]

if his mom said that... i havent seen anything but im not doubting you, i would take what was said with a pound of salt, keep in mind shes not on trial here but that red ford escape he used, was registered to her. also he had many many chances to stop, or run off the parade route, people were trying to stop him and he proceeded over the entire route striking multiple bodies of multiple ages, this act was originally seen as a terrorist attack and the FBI became involved, thats how bad of a situation he caused. honestly im right there with you, this person darrel brooks the "sovereign" doesnt have any remorse, he didnt care that day and he doesnt now, he should be getting the death penalty and honestly he should be counting all the stars in the universe that the state isnt

[@lauriehaley8591]

@@compzac she has maintained throughout that he is not right in his head and claimed during interview that he feels bad for what he did admits he did it lol and says he doesnt remember running over people. She also sent a note to judge prior to trial saying he shouldnt be representing himself but didnt offer any proof to back her opinion. Their calls have also provided proof against him not for him while in jail. His mom basically threw him under the bus unknowingly I wish that tv interview could be shown to jury but not needed of course. She also wont be testifying

[@jonigarciajg]

He probably thought about what this means about who he is, because everything is about him. That's the most you can expect from someone like him . Then he would have pushed those thoughts away and focused on defending himself

[@margaretk1962]

You said it perfectly

[@dianedusendang8358]

He showed zero remorse.....

[@marthaluciagonzalez1945]

The lady police officer was amazing looking him in the eye and saying “I am looking at the person I saw that day” he thinks can convince the Jury he was not the driver while it is in all the videos and witnesses and the car is his mother’s. The Justice system should change and never allow a criminal to mistreat a judge, police officer, witnesses, experts, and the victims UNACCEPTABLE... it is also clear who is the plaintiff “it is us” DARREL BROOKS, the people of the United States, who want justice for the victims... And please cut your nasty nails. I feel for his children to have such a father is an embarrassment to them...

[@sandib4234]

Exactly! I can't wait until they convict this monster!

[@DeeLish2000]

I haven’t watched the opening for the prosecution until now. Wow!!

[@ouidedbouzoubia858]

Je ne peux pas comprendre comment un criminel qui a tué autant de personnes ne soit pas condamné à mort ou est la justice en ça???

[@Heather-q3e]

He deserves to never see the light of day again , he is a monster ! He has no remorse for what he did he’s so selfish and only worries for hisself and his children not for the victims , the families of victims and the ones that actually lost there life , this is such a sad case all the way around . The children are now traumatized for life & now lost all innocence . Praying for everyone ❤

[@katetruthseeker2758]

He doesn’t care about his children either, they were simply a pawn in his sob story. All DB does is lie.

[@cdelane3335]

This case is horrible and his behavior makes it worse for the loved ones who lost people and for the injured. Whether they where injured physically or emotionally. It's shocking to see someone who committed such a heinous act get in front of the court and act this way. He is showing his true colors.

[@katetruthseeker2758]

If u ask DB he is the real victim here… he had to wait in line as a child for cheese. He is such a sad and tiny sick narcissist

[@luiscastillo3551]

I had forgotten this powerful opening statement from the prosecution, Zachary Witchow... Legendary to say the least... 😮😊❤

[@brenmanock]

This DA is so clear and concise

[@pondlakes]

the state did awesome on this trial

[@rikvartigyan33]

Electric chair

[@G-gnome]

WI ended DP July 10, 1853

[@nickmalone3143]

@@G-gnome this should be a special exception

[@sethlinerode1047]

live stream it

[@chazwalker7156]

Bet he won't consent, tho

[@DesertRunner602]

Too kind for him. Shooting gallery is more like it

[@mimicocozza1537]

Very detailed opening statement bravo sir

[@deebennett7912]

I am just watching the DA opening statement. I just wish she would have kept him in the other room. This trial would be over by now and the families wouldn't have to hear his voice ever again.

[@MagnumDB]

35:14 - they are randomly selected in the beginning, when the jury notices are mailed out. But don’t the lawyers get to interview each and every potential juror and decide if they should or shouldn’t be on the jury based on how well each lawyer thinks it’s juror will help their side?

[@mimicocozza1537]

This prosecutor made a thorough opening statement

[@Ashley__Rose]

DA attorney Zach Witchow is a hero ❤

[@ajvourakis]

I think he's kind of cute too.

[@autumnwilliams7215]

If this is how Darrell Brookes treats someone else’s child I would be frightened to know how badly he treats any of his own smh

[@patgal2359]

This is back when brooks thought he had a chance. Hes sitting there like a vulture, waiting to pounce

[@bphlatsax75]

I don't know why all of these commenters are stressing themselves out! This dude ain't ever getting out! 😵‍💫😵‍💫

[@reneet5858]

Because they have hearts. Because they are appalled, disgusted, horrified, and cannot fathom how a sober, Sane, individual can take a vehicle and plow through a crowd of innocent people marching in what should have been a happy, safe, celebration, and kill, severely maim, injure, with no concerns of the people, adults, children, in front of his vehicle, never stopping or turning off onto any of the many side streets available simply by running over or hitting traffic cones. THAT IS WHY. NO INNOCENT person can wrap their mind around this horrendous event. They can only express their emotions, thoughts, and outrage here in hopes of being heard. So... in so many ways Brooks not only affected all of Wakesha and all of the dozens injured, or traumatized by seeing, hearing and generally experiencing being at this event, his actions have affected a great many people, like a rock thrown into water...a ripple effect. Normal people CARE. They EMPATHIZE. They wonder how this can happen. They wonder how any person could Not Stop a vehicle, after hitting the very 1st person. All of this because he didn't want to be held accountable for violating the conditions of a PRIOR court order, which also involved physically hurting another person, who happened to be the Mother of his children. THAT is WHY. If you cannot understand how the general public can be so very affected by this event, and find a need to express that outrage? Then you are one of the many people, unfortunately, who have become increasingly desensitized to reckless, and total disregard for the value of human lives, and all that entails.

[@bphlatsax75]

@@reneet5858 unfortunately you totally missed the point of my comment. The man is not getting out of jail... pain and simple! Let him wriggle in incompetence all he wants. This alone is enjoyable to watch. He is his own worst enemy!