On March 25, 2011, a New Hampshire jury rejected Christopher Gribble’s insanity plea in connection with the 2009 murder of Kimberly Cates and maiming of her 11-year-old daughter Jaimie. The court sentenced Gribble to life in prison without possibility of parole.
The attack occurred on October 4, 2009 when Gribble and his accomplice Steven Spader entered the Cates’ home in Mont Vernon, New Hampshire. They brutally assaulted both mother and daughter with machetes before fleeing the scene.
Jaimie survived the attack and testified against Gribble in court. She identified him as one of the attackers who had harmed her mother and herself during the invasion. In 2010, Spader was sentenced to life in prison without parole for first-degree murder of Kimberly Cates plus 76 years for other charges related to the attack on Jaimie.
Gribble’s legal team argued that he suffered from severe mental illness at the time of the crime and shuld not be held accountable for his actions due to his diminished capacity. The prosecution argued that despite Gribble’s mental health issues, he had voluntarily chosen to join forces with Spader in a premeditated crime and was aware of his actions at the time they were committed.
The jury ultimately found Gribble guilty on all counts and sentenced him to life in prison without possibility of parole. The case is still pending direct appeal before the state Supreme Court but it appears unlikely that conviction will be overturned given today’s ruling by the jury.
The tragedy has left an indelible mark on Mont Vernon community, as well as Jaimie Cates who must now live her entire life without her mother and endure physical injuries from her attacker she will carry for eternity.
The Fate of Christopher Gribble
Christopher Gribble was the 12-year-old survivor of a home invasion on October 4, 2009 in which two masked men broke into his family’s home in Mont Vernon, New Hampshire. The two men attacked Christopher’s mother Kimberly Cates, who died from her injuries, and Christopher himself with a knife and machete. Following an investigation, 21-year-old Steven Spader and 16-year-old Christopher Gribble were arrested in connection with the crime.
In March 2011, Gribble went to trial in Hillsborough County Superior Court and pleaded insanity. However, this plea was rejected by the jury and he was found guilty of second degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, robbery, burglary and criminal threatening. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole plus 78 years for the other charges.
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The Capture of Christopher Gribble
Christopher Gribble was apprehended by police after one of his friends told their mother about the crime. Gribble and his accomplice, William Spader, had shared details about the killing with their friends, who in turn informed an adult about the incident. This led to the police being contacted and Gribble’s eventual arrest.
The Crimes of Christopher Gribble
Christopher Gribble was involved in the Mont Vernon home invasion with Steven Spader, during which Kimberly Cates (age 42) and her 11-year-old daughter Jaimie were brutally attacked with a machete. Gribble was found to have participated in the murder of Kimberly Cates, as well as inflicting severe physical injuries on her daughter Jaimie. He was also found to have stolen items from the Cates’ home, including money, a laptop computer and other valuables. Gribble was later convicted of first-degree murder and other charges related to the attack, receiving a sentence of life in prison without parole.
The Life and Work of Steven Spader
Steven Spader is a convicted murderer from New Hampshire. In 2010, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the first-degree murder of Kimberly Cates, plus 76 years for the attempted murder of her daughter and other related charges. Spader was convicted on multiple counts, including first-degree murder, burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, and other related offenses. Prior to his conviction, Spader had been charged with a variety of violent crimes snce he was a teenager. He had also been involved in gang activities and had a long history of drug use. He was ultimately sentenced to life without parole for the murder of Kimberly Cates and 76 years for the attempted murder of her daughter. His case is currently pending direct appeal before the state Supreme Court.
The Life and Legacy of Kimberly Proctor
Kimberly Proctor was an 18-year-old teenager from Langford, B.C. with a bright future ahead of her. She was described as a “vivacious and beautiful” young woman who was passionate about animals and had dreams of becoing a veterinarian. On March 18, 2010, her life was tragically cut short when she was lured to a home by two of her classmates, Kruse Wellwood and Cameron Moffat. They abducted her, tortured her, and then murdered her. In August 2019, Wellwood was denied day parole by the Parole Board of Canada for the second time. Kimberly’s death has left an indelible mark on the community and serves as a reminder to never take life for granted.
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The Capture of Wheeler Weaver
Wheeler-Weaver was caught when Butler’s sister accessed her social media accounts and found the interactions between Butler and Wheeler-Weaver. She was able to gain access to Butler’s accounts by knowing her social media passwords, which she had obtained from her sister. After viewing the conversations between the two, it became clear that Wheeler-Weaver had been involved in the murder of Butler. This evidence was presented to law enforcement, who then arrested and charged Wheeler-Weaver with murder.
Is Nancy Still in a Relationship with John Redcorn?
No, Nancy is no longer with John Redcorn. After a fourteen-year affair, John Redcorn and Nancy eventually broke off their relationship. Despite the fact that they had a son together, Joseph, Nancy became a more faithful wife to Dale and is no longer with John Redcorn.
Conclusion
Christopher Gribble was found guilty of aiding and abetting the brutal murder of Kimberly Cates and the attempted murder of her daughter, Jaimie. Despite his attempt to plead not guilty by reason of insanity, his claim was rejected by a jury in March 2011. As a result, Gribble was sentenced to life in prison without parole. This tragic case serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences that can come from acts of violence and reinforces the need for justice to be served.
