EDGARD “ A new hearing date has been set for a Reserve man, his wife and his son, who are all allegedly involved in the death of the man’s 8-year-old stepson. Supporters claim the family has not been getting fair treatment by the St. John Parish court system.
District Court Judge A.J. Kling, who has taken over Judge Madeline Jasmine’s cases while she is working in the Fifth Circuit court, has set a January 14 court date for Errol Victor Sr., 42, his wife Tonya Victor, 33, and their son Errol Victor Jr., 24. The three were arrested in April in connection with the death of 8-year-old M. L. Lloyd III, a stepson of Errol Victor Sr.
 Errol Victor Sr., Tonya Victor and Errol Victor Jr. leave the courthouse in Edgard monday following a status hearing to set a trial date. The three are accused of being involved in the death of 8-year-old M.L. Lloyd. (Staff photo by Robin Shannon) |
Errol Victor Sr. was charged with first-degree murder in the incident and has since been released after posting a percentage of a $2 million bond. Tonya Victor and Errol Victor Jr. were charged with accessory after the fact to first-degree murder and released on $25,000 bonds.
New Orleans Attorney Jason Rogers Williams has taken the case and said he will represent all three defendants throughout the proceedings. He said court strategy would determine whether the family would be tried together or separately. Williams staunchly defended his clients Monday.
“I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t believe in them,” said Williams. “We are going to fight this matter to the fullest. The evidence supports our case and I believe them.”
Meanwhile, family members and other supporters who rallied behind the family Monday say Errol Victor Sr. has not been fairly treated by the St. John Parish court system.
“As a group, we have come to set the record straight and defend Mr. Victor,” said Terry Sippio, president of a group known simply as ‘Justice for All.’ “A true injustice has been going on in St. John Parish for years, and it goes beyond ‘black and white.’”
Sippio, along with his wife Jaclyn, say that Errol Victor Sr. should not be facing a $2 million bond for first-degree murder because the state has no evidence that a capital offense had taken place. The couple cited a June 2 ruling by Judge Jasmine that states that the evidence does not show adequate proof that a capital offense has taken place.
“We want to see justice,” said Jaclyn Sippio, who is also Errol Victor Sr.’s sister. “If there is no evidence, why is there a bond on him? Why is he still pending in court?”
The Sippio’s also want to know why the eight other children living in the Victor home at the time of Lloyd’s death were sent to foster homes instead of to the boys’ grandmother. The state said the grandmother was too old to adequately care for the boys. The boys face a child services hearing scheduled for December 16.
“She’s in her 70s, but she is not too old to handle her grandchildren,” said Jaclyn Sippio. “That is really an injustice. Something is wrong with the whole system.”
Prosecutors argue that the bond should remain in place since the initial autopsy did reveal that the child did not die from a genetic defect and said photos from the examination showed physical evidence of a severe beating of the young child.
St. John Assistant District Attorney Barry Landry said the autopsy photos, shown at a bond hearing in June, depicted conclusive evidence of cruel treatment, which is grounds for first-degree murder. He said the severe beating, which Landry said Errol Victor instituted because the child had been caught stealing, might have caused the boy to go into shock.
Victor faces life in prison or a possible death sentence if convicted on first-degree murder charges.
Tonya Victor and Errol Victor Jr. face a maximum of five years in prison for the accessory charges. All three have entered pleas of not guilty.
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WHAT IT IS wrote on Jan 23, 2009 9:20 AM:
How do you punish monsters?
This a quandary; what punishment fits this crime?
ANY SUGGESTIONS? "
misty wrote on Jan 13, 2009 3:55 PM:
ARBITRATOR wrote on Jan 8, 2009 5:25 PM:
WTF wrote on Jan 8, 2009 3:09 PM:
out for blood!! I want all the blood of all the murderers. I want to exact retribution for all the victims. I want to see them executed soon and loud.
I want to know they are burning in ever-lasting HELL for the murders they did.
Hopefully, our new president as well as our new local D A will put an end to these thug murderers' reign of terror. "
St.John wrote on Jan 8, 2009 2:37 PM:
concern wrote on Jan 7, 2009 8:59 PM:
you sound like you may be close to the victims or persons really responsible.
It dosen't matter to you if Harris is innocent or quilty, you aare out for blood.
hypocrite, don't be so quick to call. "
W T F wrote on Jan 7, 2009 11:10 AM:
IS THAT PLAIN ENOUGH FOR YOU? I stand by my observation. "
concern citizen wrote on Jan 6, 2009 10:44 PM:
how can you call me a hypocrite?
you don't know me or anything about me.
I have more compassionate for people then you will ever know about or of.
I am just saying that we are to quick to judge people before we find out the whole truth or all the facts. "
BrokenWheel wrote on Jan 5, 2009 5:30 PM:
I pray to god "His Soul" he keep.
Suffer no more, You've reached heaven door,
You'll be loved here, forever more.
I apologize for this place called earth,
Where you've experienced so much pain and hurt.
The saddness in my heart leaves a "Void"
For an 8yr. old kid named "M. L. Lloyd." "
W T F wrote on Jan 3, 2009 4:37 PM:
RED WHITE BLUE wrote on Jan 3, 2009 3:11 PM:
That's why they never accept me on a jury; I always vote the death penalty for killers!!!There's too many bleeding-heart judges, jurors, and news media. When you throw in the preachers who disregard the (eye for an eye), the murderers end up with better living conditions than many people who work for a living. Quit making jails into resorts. "
ACLU wrote on Jan 2, 2009 6:22 PM:
concern citizen wrote on Jan 1, 2009 1:39 AM:
justice for this little boy and all others who have lost their life in such a tragic way. "
NO DEATH SENTENCE wrote on Dec 29, 2008 10:08 PM:
The so-called mother of the murdered child should likewise answer to the wrath of the mothers and sisters in prison. Show their pictures after they have been beaten and bloodied like the autopsy photos of their child victim. "
ANGEL OVERLOOKING wrote on Dec 29, 2008 8:05 PM:
It is ironic you mentioned that particular case of the Hilson's because I searched empathically, but to no avail. The death of this child screams for an outcry for justice. I could not imagine the pain endured by the little child. It is ashame that it took the death of one in order to warrant a thorough investigation. Honestly, when found guilty, I believe that death is too much of an easy way out; instead each should be reminded daily of their wrong doing. That baby suffered brutual beatings until death, so why should his assailants have it easy? "
HURRY UP wrote on Dec 29, 2008 4:47 PM:
The longer, they wait, the weakness of memory dulls to the intensity of their heinous torture death of that child.
Justice for the murdered child should be swift. Their punishment should be long and painful. "
LOST REMINDER wrote on Dec 29, 2008 10:30 AM:
This stark reminder of the failings of the system should keep everyone vigilant to seek proper penalties for crimes.
If the system is incapable or unwilling
to execute justice; them it is left to the vigilance of the community.
I don't think anybody wants to see that.
If that happens, you will start seeing lynchings for minor infractions. "
ANGEL OVERLOOKING wrote on Dec 28, 2008 8:12 PM:
I believe it is necessary for me to elaborate on "IF they are guilty", I as well as anyone else are aware of the participants to this child's death. However, it is evident that the step-dad played a leading role--he basically admitted to it. However, any role played by either party, he or she should be held accountable for the death of that child. In addition, when sentenced, I am sure that some will receive a lesser sentence than others. As difficult as it is, we as a people must give them a fair trail--if we do not, the victor's can get off scott free due to a miserable technicality. Now, is that something you and anyone else want? The main purpose for prayers and leaving it up to God, is for the truth to prevail--not to protect the guilty and whatever the victory's are sentenced to, they will receive their just. And this is where the law of the land step in by awarding the sentencing of the victor's. "
ACLU wrote on Dec 26, 2008 2:16 PM:
Let them die bruised and broken like the little boy they killed.
It would only be justice for the horrible torture they inflicted the child. "
laplace wrote on Dec 26, 2008 12:48 PM:
NOT REALY wrote on Dec 24, 2008 1:04 PM:
tell a tale of violent abuse beyond comprehension. Any beast capable of such cruelty can be shown NO MERCY!!
JUSTICE DEMANDS THE MOST SEVERE PENALTY
POSSIBLE FOR THE VICTORS!!! "
W T F wrote on Dec 24, 2008 12:56 PM:
EXERCISE JUSTICE AGAINST THE MURDERERS!!
GAIL; SOCIETY CAN"T LEAVE ALL ISSUES TO THE LORD'S FINAL RESOLUTION!!
IF WE DID; THERE WOULD BE NOTHING BUT
ANARCHY!! SOCIETY MUST DEAL WITH THE VIOLATORS OF GOD'S LAWS!! THEY HAVE A CHOICE TO LIVE BY THE LAWS; IF THEY DON'T, IT IS SOCIETIES' DUTY TO DELETE THEM FROM OUR MIDST!!! "
Gail wrote on Dec 24, 2008 3:19 AM:
No one knows what really happen but the ones who is involved. I can only imagine what that little boy went through. Vengence is mind said the Lord. "
YGTBK wrote on Dec 23, 2008 11:21 AM:
Here's a flash for you; God doesn't waste his miracles on punishing individual scum like the victors.
That is what he gave us his laws for; for us to police our own society; those are the ten commandments; look them up! "
EXTREMIST wrote on Dec 22, 2008 6:02 PM:
EXECUTE THEM ALL!!! "
ANGEL OVERLOOKING wrote on Dec 21, 2008 3:59 PM:
W T F wrote on Dec 20, 2008 1:41 AM:
WHICH IS IT??? NO ONE(spelled correctly)
KNOWS; or the mother stood by while the child was abused and probably helped.
OR; someone knows and the parents are
guilty.
OR; victor mistreated both but went too far with the child and killed him.
"GOD HELP US" is right; HELP US EXECUTE THESE MURDERERS!!!! You and chris should get together and talk each other's ears off. "
Gail wrote on Dec 17, 2008 1:34 AM:
Children are a gift from God, we are to love, treasure and protect them.
As for the brother, something tells me that he has been mistreated to by Victor and he did what he was taught.
The mom and Victor are the adult here and the parents and they should be held accountable. Someone knows what really happen in that house. I pray they have the courage to tell the truth and bring some closure for this little boy's family and everyone involved.
God help us all. "
SHUT UP wrote on Dec 16, 2008 11:22 PM:
You are NOT in a pulpit!!!
We don't come here to read a sermon!!!
If you are even a preacher; save it for the church!!!
We are not going to put anything in your collection plate!!!
Our only interest is to punish their bodies; not save their souls!!!
If you want to pray; pray for the child that was tortured to death!!! "
LETS MAKE MONEY wrote on Dec 16, 2008 3:59 AM:
I WOULD PAY TO SEE THAT!!!! "
YEAH YOU RIGHT wrote on Dec 16, 2008 3:57 AM:
I AM ANGRY TOO!!! "
ANGRY wrote on Dec 14, 2008 10:28 PM:
all three. "
HALLALEUYAH wrote on Dec 11, 2008 1:37 PM:
"JUSTICE NOW"!!!SOCIETY AND CIVILZATION DEMAND IT!!! "
chris wrote on Dec 10, 2008 7:44 PM:
ACLU wrote on Dec 9, 2008 3:22 PM:
"WATCHFUL": If you don't have any meaningful comments about the article; you should refrain from name calling the responders to the article. You are at risk of being labeled a racist name caller; but that's what people like you do; defend the criminals(because you are so much like them); attack the respectable citizens who want to see justice done; and scream your tiny brain out at anyone who doesn't agree with you. Just keep running your mouth, so that all can see the kind of bigot you are. "
LOOK OUT CAT FIGHT wrote on Dec 9, 2008 1:58 AM:
The little boy died. charges have been filed for first degree murder. no one charged with first degree murder should be free to walk the streets; he needs to sit in jail; the little boy is not walking free. "
watchful wrote on Dec 9, 2008 12:25 AM:
WATCHFUL wrote on Dec 9, 2008 12:14 AM:
THIS IS NONE OF ANY OF YOUR BUSINESS. THESE PEOPLE DON'T BELONG TO YOU ,THE STATE,NOR THE COURT. JUST SHUT-UP AND TAKE CARE OF YOUR OWN BUSINESS. WHO CARES WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT OTHERS. YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO JUDGE WHAT IS NOT YOURS, YOU LITTLE SMALL MINDED DEMONS THESE PEOPLE ARE NOT YOUR SLAVES. THE STATE IS A CORPORATION AND THIS STATE,NOR YOU,OR THE COURT, DID NOT SUFFER ANY LOSS TO FILE OR SAY ANYTHING! "
realistic wrote on Dec 6, 2008 1:02 PM:
WHO SAID THAT wrote on Dec 5, 2008 7:49 PM:
How did you go from defending these vile monsters who tortured that little
boy to death and attacking the reporter
who told the story; to now you have feeling for the poor little boy?
Whatever the mystical revelation you underwent; take prayerful and tj preacher/sugarcane there for their salvation. "
laplace wrote on Dec 5, 2008 2:34 PM:
concern wrote on Dec 4, 2008 8:56 PM:
luvzBNaMoM wrote on Dec 4, 2008 1:57 PM:
misty wrote on Dec 4, 2008 1:10 PM:
JUSTICE SEEKER wrote on Dec 4, 2008 11:28 AM:
with the conviction and most severe
punishment possible for the vile actions
they inflicted on this child; causing his prolonged, agonizing death. "
Ledoux wrote on Dec 4, 2008 10:13 AM:
sugarcane45 wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:52 PM:
Kristen wrote on Dec 3, 2008 6:57 PM:
DONT KILL THE MESSENGER wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:52 PM:
Next; you will accuse the reporter of racism. GO AHEAD; play the race card.
The article is fairly written; covering the facts, the people involved, and the time line of the events. Your attempt to
draw attention from the facts of the matter by accusations against the reporter are unfounded and UNFAIR. The reporter's name is on his report; will you put your name on your accusations?
concern: WILL YOU PUT YOUR NAME WHERE YOUR MOUTH IS????? "
W T F wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:35 PM:
who defend Hilson for the killing of an unarmed man?
A CHILD DIED!!!!
Someone is responsible; he admitted it.
The injuries all over the child's body
is the proof.
Charges of 'first degree murder have been filed'; there shoud be "NO" bond. "
REGULAR READER wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:17 PM:
of this family; needs to focus on the
sffects of their actions on the child in their care. INTENTIONAL or not the result is the "DEATH OF A CHILD" "
ARE YOU THAT GULLIBLE wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:06 PM:
Victor admitted beating the child severely. "FACT"
The little boy had marks from being beaten "ALL OVER HIS BODY". "ABUSE"
The family failed to bring the child for treatment of medical problems until after he became unresponsive. "NEGLECT"
The actions of the family resulted in the death of a child. "MURDER"
These are the facts.
You would rather believe the killers, the lawyers, and the lies instead of the facts; staring you in your face.
This family is worse than animals;
animals nurture their young. "
misty wrote on Dec 3, 2008 11:42 AM:
tj wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:43 AM:
TELL IT LIKE IT IS wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:37 AM:
actually its much worse because he suffered terribly for the duration of the beatings.
TORTURE RESULTING IN DEATH "
AL AND JESSIE wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:27 AM:
JOHNNY C wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:25 AM:
these three need to be fried. "
MAKE ST JOHN BEAUTIFULL wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:23 AM:
Send them to Texas to stand trial. "
prayerful wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:09 AM:
concern wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:03 AM:
concern wrote 2nd time Dec 3, 2008 "
NO BOND wrote on Dec 2, 2008 11:25 PM:
NOT ENOUGH wrote on Dec 2, 2008 11:22 PM:
What abuse, cruelty, failure to report
a crime, etc.? "
NOT AGAIN wrote on Dec 2, 2008 10:59 PM:
GONE wrote on Dec 2, 2008 7:05 PM:
We would think they should seeking justice for their namesake. "
concern wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:26 PM:
YGTBK wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:14 PM:
done to warrant such a beating as to cause his death? CRUELTY; ABUSE; all they did to him should be done to them.
Bring back public flogging.
Lock them in stocks for the public's'
version of justice. These vicious murderers cannot be punished harshly enough to fit their heinous crime. "
UNFAIR YOU SAY wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:01 PM:
debbie wrote on Dec 2, 2008 4:47 PM:
misty wrote on Dec 2, 2008 3:58 PM: