Drew Peterson's Teen Son Defends Jailed Father
In a letter to the Chicago Sun-Times, Thomas Peterson says he doesn't believe his dad is guilty of murder in the 2004 death of Kathleen Savio.
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In a letter to the Chicago Sun-Times, Thomas Peterson says he doesn't believe his dad is guilty of murder in the 2004 death of Kathleen Savio.
The police officer son of Drew Peterson should learn tonight if he will remain on the Oak Brook Police Department.
It's reported that Drew Peterson is planning his future, with interest in a brothel security job and having his ashes made into industrial diamonds.
Accusations are made on both sides at hearing where Stephen Peterson's police job is on the line. Chief says about guns, "if it was a toaster, it's a piece of evidence and he should have cooperated with state police."
The Oak Brook Police Board will decide tonight whether to fire Drew Peterson's son from the force.
The oldest son of Drew Peterson could learn Tuesday night if he will keep his job with the Oak Brook police department.
Drew Peterson's lawyer says Peterson wants to donate an unusual gift to the police department he served for almost 30 years before he was accused of murdering his third wife.
Drew Peterson's son has been suspended from the Oak Brook police force for the past couple of months, but he is still collecting a paycheck.
"At this point, we really don't believe we'll ever find Stacy."
Oak Brook police chief is looking to fire him for removing guns before Drew Peterson's house was searched.
This is not the first time that law enforcers in Will County have arrested and charged a wrong suspect. There have been several blunders by investigators and prosecutors in that county over the years.
The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that Drew Peterson will stay behind bars as he awaits trial on murder charges.
