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James Hanratty Plead Not Guilty For The Murder Of Michael Gregsten

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James Hanratty plead not guilty for the murder of Michael Gregsten; also for shooting, raping and living Valerie Storie for dead. There was approximately 75 witnessess that was called to testify in the A6 murder case. The most important witness was Valerie Storie, the victume that was bruetly raped, then shot and left to bleed out on the Deadman’s Hill. Mrs.Storie identified Mr. Hanratty while recovering from her injuries. Police said that for someone in her condition she has an amazing memory. Valerie testified that they were in a cornfield at Dorney Reach in Mr. Gregsten’s car, then Mr.Hanratty tapped on the driver’s window with a black revolver. Another Witness, Audrey Willis, clamed Mr. James came to her home and threatened her life at
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