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Recently obtained interrogation videos have once again brought public attention to Richard Allen, the Indiana man convicted of the brutal murders of two young girls on a hiking trail in Delphi in 2017. The footage showcases Allen’s firm denial of any involvement in the heinous crime during questioning by law enforcement and his own wife.
In December 2024, an Indiana judge sentenced Allen to a staggering 130 years in prison following his conviction for the murders of 13-year-old Abigail “Abby” Williams and 14-year-old Liberty “Libby” German, commonly referred to as the Delphi murders. Their unexpected disappearance on February 13, 2017, during a walk on the High Monon Trail led to a harrowing investigation that culminated in their bodies being discovered the next day, brutally slain and concealed with sticks in a nearby wooded area.
Gripping Denials in Interrogation Room
In an interrogation video dated October 13, 2022, shared by YouTuber Tom Webster, Allen expressed a growing frustration with the ongoing investigation. “It’s sounding more like you’re trying to make me someone’s fall guy,” he stated defiantly. Allen emphasized the extended period that had passed since the crime and reiterated his unwillingness to take the blame for an act he insists he did not commit.
Initially, investigators had questioned Allen shortly after the crime due to his presence on the trail that fateful day, though clerical errors led to his name being removed from the case. This twist has intrigued many, as reported by Indiana attorney and journalist Kevin Greenlee, co-host of “The Murder Sheet” podcast.
Surprising Evidence and Arrest
In October 2022, Allen’s arrest shocked the Delphi community where he was known as a long-time employee at a local CVS. Evidence found at his home pointed to his potential involvement in the crime. Detectives located a firearm matching an unspent bullet found at the crime scene and also discovered a blue jacket similar to one observed on a video recorded by Libby just before the disappearance.
Expressing concern over his treatment during the investigation, Allen said, “I guess I’m starting to feel more like I’m your main lead here, and I’m not gonna do that.” He voiced his discomfort with the police seeking permission to search his personal belongings, illuminating the tension between him and the investigators.
Insisting on Innocence
As the interrogation continued, Allen maintained that he was not an immediate suspect. “Am I an angel of a person? No,” he admitted. Yet, he firmly rejected any notion that linked him to the crime, asserting his innocence. He noted, “I don’t want anyone to know I talked to you guys,” indicating a desire to keep the interrogation’s details away from public scrutiny.
Emotional Claims in Face of Accusations
In a separate video from October 26, 2022, Allen addressed his wife directly, denying the allegations against him. “I know you know I didn’t do this,” he reiterated, emphasizing his confusion over the emerging narrative tying him to the crime. He expressed disbelief that a bullet from his gun could be found at the scene and insisted that he had never encountered Abby and Libby on the hiking trail.
Despite his protests, law enforcement remained resolute, insisting that the evidence pointed towards his involvement. In moments of contradiction, he maintained that they would not get away with their accusations against him.
Critical Evidence Presented at Trial
Key evidence during Allen’s trial included video footage recorded by Libby on her phone just before her death. The footage revealed Abby and Libby walking alongside a man who has since been dubbed “Bridge Guy.” The video captured this individual wearing a blue utility jacket, similar to one recovered from Allen’s residence.
Prosecutors argued that Allen was the individual in the video, citing witness testimonies that placed him on the trail at the same time as the girls. The haunting phrase from the video, “Guys, down the hill,” uttered by the unknown man, has become synonymous with the case.
Confessions and Impacts of Mental Health
In a chilling revelation, Allen admitted to ordering the girls “down the hill” in multiple jailhouse confessions. Reports suggested that his declining mental health may have influenced some of his statements, raising questions about the nature of his confessions.
More than five years after the tragic incident, investigators executed a search warrant at Allen’s Delphi home on October 13, 2022, where they unearthed a blue Carhartt jacket, a .40-caliber handgun, and a cartridge that matched a bullet found at the murder scene.
Examining the Legal and Social Aftermath
The trial of Richard Allen for the murders of Abigail Williams and Liberty German has ignited intense emotions within the Delphi community, plagued by the long shadow of these unsolved deaths. Families still grappling with the horrors of that day wonder how their loss affects the entire community.
As discussions surrounding the case continue, the allure of the courtroom drama captivates the public, representing not only a pursuit of justice but also a quest for closure for grieving families.
Though Richard Allen maintains his innocence, the evidence presented during the trial suggests otherwise. The haunting shadows of the Delphi murders will linger as this case continues to unfold, leaving many to ponder the complexities of truth and justice.
Fox News’ Patrick McGovern contributed to this report.
