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The Importance of Fairness and Justice Unanswered Questions: The Suspicious Death of Dawn Pasela.
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Tony Viola, a former realtor and property manager, shares his experience of being falsely accused and prosecuted for mortgage fraud. He discusses the corruption and misconduct within the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office and the misuse of resources in targeting individuals. Viola emphasizes the lack of presumption of innocence and the devastating impact of false charges on one's reputation and livelihood. He also highlights the importance of exposing the truth and advocating for reform in the criminal justice system. In this part of the conversation, Tony Viola discusses the undercover operation that was set up against him and the misconduct within the prosecutor's office. He talks about how Dawn Pasela, who was working undercover, came forward with evidence of the government's wrongdoing. They discuss the mishandling of evidence, the bugging of conversations, and the lack of investigation into Dawn's death. Tony emphasizes the importance of fairness and justice in the legal system and the need for change in law enforcement practices. He also mentions his second trial and how he and Dawn worked together to present hard facts and prove his innocence. The conversation in this part focuses on the suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of Dawn Pacella, a potential witness in Tony Viola's case. The discussion highlights the lack of investigation and mishandling of the case by law enforcement in Parma, Ohio. It also touches on the need for investigative journalism and the misuse of power by the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office. The concept of 'diesel therapy,' which refers to the practice of moving federal prisoners around to disrupt their legal proceedings, is also mentioned. Tony Viola shares his experience of being transferred to different prisons and transit centers, enduring harsh conditions and disruptions to his legal work. He highlights the impact this had on his family and friends, who were left worried and unable to locate him. Tony emphasizes the need for accountability and reform within the justice system, calling out the misconduct of prosecutors and judges. He urges the community to come together and demand change to prevent further injustices.
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