In this episode, Woody concnludes the "Rapides Burning" series with an indepth internview with a former Assisant District Attorney in Rapides Parish. He also ends Season 5.Stay tuned for Season 6!Executive Porducer: Toby TomplayIf you're looking to redesign your small business website, make sure to follow these Tips to Keep Your SEO when Redesigning Your Website. Â Support this podcast at â https://redcircle.com/real-life-real-crime/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The final episode of season five of Real Life Real Crime podcast concludes the Rapids Burning series that began with Courtney Coco's case and included other stories of cold case homicides, political and police corruption shared by the listeners throughout the season.
A former assistant district attorney shares his experience and explains that in larger offices, assistant district attorneys are the ones who do the daily work.
The speaker highlights the importance of helping victims' families receive justice and working aggressively with law enforcement while maintaining a moral and ethical code of conduct in the profession of law enforcement.
The speaker started as a prosecutor for drug cases and moved on to work with the task force and prosecute serious crimes such as murders and rapes. They also work with law enforcement to identify potential threats that could harm the community.
The speaker talks about his interest in looking into cold cases involving heinous crimes, such as those who rape and murder, and his initial efforts to review case files and investigate them for similarities.
The speaker discusses their decision to leave the DA's office due to differences in the direction the office was heading, particularly in regards to prosecuting violent offenders. They express a desire for more aggressive action and a certain way of doing things.
The speaker discusses the importance of trust between law enforcement officers and prosecutors and suggests that having the right people in positions of power and treating everyone fairly regardless of race, economics, or political connections is key to improving relationships.