Jerry Sandusky Finds Out Who His Accusers Are This Week

With all of the fallout surrounding Joe Paterno’s death, many seemed to forget – if only for a moment – the controversy that surrounded him and his coaching staff at the end of his record-breaking career. Namely, the dark blight on an otherwise perfect American story – the criminal allegations surrounding Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky. This week, the case jumps forward as Sandusky learns the identities of the 10 young men accusing him of sexual abuse.

The names of the accusers will be given to Sandusky’s lawyer on Friday, according to the attorney general’s office. Sandusky’s lawyer had previously requested a document giving the names of the accusers, as well as times, locations, and other specifics related to the 50 criminal counts against the former Penn State defensive coordinator. The state’s prosecutors shot back, saying that the facts presented in the grand jury reports, charging documents, and discovery materials are sufficient.

Sandusky has been ordered by the court to not have any contact whatsoever with children. On Friday, he asked the court for permission to see his grandchildren, provided they are accompanied by one of their parents. He is also asking to be able to contact said grandchildren by phone or electronically, given the permission of their parents. Sandusky has 11 grandchildren under the age of 18.

In my opinion, this guy is first-rate garbage and isn’t in the position to be asking for anything. But, we in this country are blessed with due process, so I will save my harshest opinions until the trial takes place and the verdict comes through.

Do you think Jerry Sandusky is innocent or guilty?