Suffolk County District Attorney Thomas Spota announced today that he was dropping all charges against Marty and is asking Governor Spitzer to appoint a special prosecutor to "resolve any residual doubts about the prosecution of any other individuals." Spota read a statement, but did not take any questions. Spota said, "It is no longer possible to reasonably infer that the case against Marty Tankleff would be successful." Read the Newsday story here.
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January 02, 2008
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Marty - AWESOME news today! I'll bet you're gonna sleep like a baby tonight!! We followed your case since the start and we are just thrilled that you have FINALLY been vindicated.
God Bless ya man.
Posted by: Lisa | January 02, 2008 at 05:32 PM
I am a very trusting person who has always repected and trusted the law and persons of authority. I have major doubts now about those people in authority positions. There seems to be alot of corrupt people in office and higher positions running Long Island. Long Island needs to be a seperate state itself, so we dont get forgotten about. There are alot of people living on L.I. and we need an intelligent, moral person to watch over these people in office here,politics, Law enforcement, etc. There are too many "Chiefs" running around. There should be a watchful eye over them and our system. At least God is watching, and I am not a religious fanatic just a person believing and respecting of my creator.
Julie
Posted by: Julie | January 02, 2008 at 05:41 PM
What unbelievable good news!! It's Xmas again!
Posted by: Mary Lou | January 02, 2008 at 05:55 PM
WOW! Congratulations, Marty! Incredible, incredible news. I'm so happy for you. All my very best.
Sarina
Posted by: Sarina | January 02, 2008 at 06:07 PM
As a former Assistant District Attorney in Manhattan, a former Suffolk County resident, and an attorney since 1990, I have followed this story with the appalled shock that one watches a roadside fatality. The injustice Mr. Tankleff received at the hands of Mr. Spota fills me with derision for the incestuous backwater tactics employed by these little people in power. Any person with a lick of sense, not to mention an elected official, should have been able to figure out that Steurman was the viable suspect. For shame. For shame. For shame.
Posted by: Jonathan Ginsberg | January 02, 2008 at 07:17 PM
marty
i just heard the dropped the charges against you i am more than happy for you all these years locked up for something you didnt do
im sorry it took all these years to free you
happy new year marty 2008 is your year happy freedom!
nancy
Posted by: nancy | January 02, 2008 at 07:20 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR, MARTY! This is wonderful news.
Posted by: Judy Zizlsperger | January 02, 2008 at 07:26 PM
WAY TO GO MARTY!!!! Enjoy the rest of you life and keep moving forward and reaching for the stars.
Posted by: diane | January 02, 2008 at 07:43 PM
MARTY, YOU ARE AWESOME .. YOUR GREAT DETERMINATION AND INTELLIGENCE HAS LED YOU TO FREEDOM. THE LOSS OF YOUR PARENTS WILL ALWAYS LEAVE A HURT IN YOUR HEART BUT KUDOS TO YOU .....YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CONQUER ANY ENDEAVOR THAT COMES YOUR WAY YOUR A GENIUS YOU UTILIZED YOUR TIME IN PRISON SO WISELY AND I WISH ALL THE BEST FOR YOU...I HAVE BEEN A FOLLOWER FROM BEGGINING TO PRESENT !!!!
Posted by: janine | January 02, 2008 at 07:55 PM
Marty:
Please get my e-mail address from the family. As the step-son of your aunt, I have never seen a family stand behind an individual like your family have. Your family never doubted your innocence. You have shown an incredible courage that has served as a model to me for patience of realizing that if something is true that you can reach a goal if you don't give up. I just spoke to my aunt and I know you are celebrating. I also wanted to comend you on the way you have handled yourself in realizing life is about moving forward and not pointing fingers. I hope you enjoy your freedom and the DA follows through on his claims to find the real killers of your parents.
Doug
Posted by: Douglas McClure | January 02, 2008 at 07:55 PM
Marty!!!! This is the best news yet. I am so happy for you. I knew this day would come, and that you would have the kind of life you deserve. Enjoy your new life, and keep in touch with us.
All the best to you!!!!
Sam Harkins
Posted by: Sam Harkins | January 02, 2008 at 08:22 PM
It was so great to finally talk to you. I'm so glad that this has ended the way it was suppose to. You will always have a special spot in my life & my heart.See you tomorrow!
Karlene
ps- I was thinking about getting one of those t-shirts what do you think?
Posted by: karlenekovacs | January 02, 2008 at 08:52 PM
Dear Marty,
Oh my God, I am SOOO happy for you! Almost every time I would see your case on an up to-date show, I would cry for you. My mother & I both agreed they should have released you years ago! Enjoy your freedom because you surely deserve it. I am usually pro-prosecution, but your case was an obvious exception to the rule. You are so clearly not guilty that I can't believe it took the DA so many years to finally get it. CONGRATULATIONS! And I wish you all the best life has to offer!!!
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl T | January 02, 2008 at 08:56 PM
Marty:
I hope this haunts you for the rest of your life. Well, I guess it's true, people do get away with murder. I do have a thought: Why were your parents murdered and you were left alive? how you will be able to go on with your life is beyond me!
Posted by: peggy | January 02, 2008 at 09:13 PM
AWESOME!
Posted by: Michelle Van Parys | January 02, 2008 at 09:26 PM
Marty,
This is amazing news. Congratulations! I hope you are celebarting your freedom. I have followed your case for a long time. I have watched every time their was a TV show or any news about you and your case. I am so happy to hear that you are a free man. I am just sorry it took so long.but you now are free! I wish you the best of luck.
Posted by: doodle | January 02, 2008 at 09:28 PM
Marty,
This is wonderful news!! After so many years, you can finally move forward and try to put this horror behind you.
Jack was THRILLED to hear the news and wishes you the best. Just awesome!!
Posted by: Mary and Jack C | January 02, 2008 at 09:28 PM
BEYOND WONDERFUL! Your parents are resting well tonight Marty.
Posted by: Stacey | January 02, 2008 at 09:29 PM
Congratulations on your long overdue vindication, Marty Tankleff!
I've been following your case since I was a child when the murders took place. My father and I watched you on TV the day of your wrongful conviction. My parents and I always believed in your innocence. I'm very happy for you. My father has since passed, but my mother and her friends were praying for your freedom. Prayers have been answered. Enjoy your well-deserved freedom, and best wishes for a wonderful life ahead.
Posted by: Frances | January 02, 2008 at 09:30 PM
finally............justice prevails....i hope you decide to go to law school,,,,your amazing..live on!!!! FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: serena | January 02, 2008 at 09:33 PM
That is truly great news - glad to hear! I wish the best for you and your family - as you are still a part of ours. Good luck and I wish you the best in going after the bastards who have something to hide! Keep in touch - hope to hear from you soon! I dont have a new address for you - you we out before I could mail my letter to you!
Stephanie
Posted by: Stephanie Arnold | January 02, 2008 at 09:34 PM
Marty, I always knew you are innocent. I applaud you for all the work and changes you have made and in showing all what a genuine person you are.
Blessings to your family and friends and all who believed in you.
Posted by: Ms Anita Bonillia | January 02, 2008 at 09:34 PM
Marty, I always knew you are innocent. I applaud you for all the work and changes you have made and in showing all what a genuine person you are.
Blessings to your family and friends and all who believed in you.
Posted by: Ms Anita Bonillia | January 02, 2008 at 09:39 PM
Marty, I am extremely happy for you. It was an injustice what happened to you. Enjoy your Freedom. All the best to you and your family.
Posted by: Christopher Toy | January 02, 2008 at 09:48 PM
wow awesome news for you marty...you finally, finally get to start a life...God bless you always...debra covington
Posted by: debra covington | January 02, 2008 at 09:58 PM