Leslie Van Houten, a former member of the Manson family cult, has been released on parole after spending 53 years in prison for the murders of Leno and Rosemary LaBianca. This has sparked controversy and renewed public attention on the Manson family and their crimes. Debra Tate, the sister of slain actress Sharon Tate, has been a vocal advocate for keeping the Manson family members behind bars, despite their eligibility for parole.
Van Houten, who was 19 at the time of the murders, participated in the brutal killings of the LaBiancas on August 10, 1969. The couple was stabbed to death, and the word “war” was carved on Leno LaBianca’s stomach, all under the orders of cult leader Charles Manson. Van Houten was convicted of the murders in 1971.
Debra Tate, in an exclusive interview with “Nightline,” expressed her concerns about Van Houten’s release. She described Van Houten as an “animal” and expressed her fear that she still poses a threat to society. Tate has been actively involved in attending parole hearings for Manson family members and has consistently advocated for their continued incarceration.
The release of Van Houten has raised ethical and moral questions for the victims’ families. Cory LaBianca, the daughter of the murdered couple, stated that while Van Houten’s release may be considered legal, it is ethically and morally wrong in the eyes of her family.
Van Houten’s release comes after multiple parole hearings and the intervention of California Governor Gavin Newsom and his predecessor, who had previously blocked her parole four times. Van Houten’s attorney has stated that she is now in a transitional living facility and will be under parole supervision for a maximum of three years, with a parole discharge review occurring after one year.
The Manson family cult is infamous for its role in a series of brutal murders in the late 1960s. While Charles Manson himself did not commit the killings, he commanded his followers to carry them out. Manson died in prison in 2017.
The release of Van Houten has reignited the debate surrounding the Manson family and their crimes. Debra Tate’s continued advocacy for keeping the cult members behind bars reflects the lasting impact that these murders have had on the victims’ families and society as a whole.
Should Leslie Van Houten and other Manson family members be granted parole, considering the severity of their crimes and the potential risks they may pose to society?
Leslie Van Houten, an ex-member of the notorious Manson family cult, has recently been granted parole following a staggering 53-year prison sentence for her involvement in the murders of Leno and Rosemary LaBianca. The decision has reignited public debate and raised concerns about the Manson family’s dark past. Debra Tate, the sister of the late actress Sharon Tate, has strongly advocated against the release of any Manson family members, despite their eligibility for parole.
It’s essential to honor the victims and their families by denying parole release to Manson Family members. The pain and suffering caused by their heinous crimes cannot be forgotten or overlooked. Justice must prevail.