[PROCEEDINGS FINALISED] United States of Argonath vs. The Escotta Family

[Huntsman]

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City Criminal Case ID041711 United States of Argonath versus the Escotta Family I. Opening Statement The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Vice City Division, in the name of the United States of Argonath, are hereby suing the following citizens of the United States of Argonath: • Pyro_Escotta • Luis_Escotta • Lonewolf_Escotta who are acting as members of an organisation known as Escotta. II. Summary The Federal Bureau of Investigation have been investigating criminal acts comitted by the mentioned citizens and have linked all of them to be part of an organisation who call themselves "The Escotta Family". The Bureau has collected sufficient evidence to charge the mentioned organisation for several crimes against the state and the honorable citizens of Vice City. 1) Luis Escotta On 30th October, 2017, a raid on Lonewolf Escotta had been executed. As the police convoy, loaded with confiscated weapons, was headed to Washington Beach HQ, two suspicious men, who were spotted at the raid scene, were spotted on the roof of Vercetti Estate, Starfish Island. The Convoy has halted and took neccessary precautions. FBI Director Adams took a Sea Sparrow to investigate the situation, where he identified Luis Escotta and and uknown gunman, who was identified as [NAR]Kody after death. [NAR]Kody had just equipped a sniper rifle, obviously attempting to take out the convoy. Attempting to avoid interference with the convoy, Director Adams suspected the subject and he was almost instantly neutralised by Agent Collingwood with a sniper rifle shot to the head. Upon search of his deceased body, a sniper rifle has been found. His accomplice, Luis Escotta, who had been piloting the maverick for him, has been apprehended by Director Adams and surrendered on sight. He was detained and searched. He had a Chrome Shotgun as part of his inventory. Luis Escotta was taken to the FBI HQ for further investigation, where he was interrogated and confessed to his crime of assisting [NAR]Kody in an attempted murder. Refer to Section V AMENDED AS PER 2017-11-11: ADDITIONAL CHARGES ISSUED Mr. Drake Escotta has been witnessed by several officers, including the prosecutor of the Bureau, Director Gabriel Adams, to have stolen crime scene evidence from a shootout in Vice Port, where the FBI and VCPD were apprehending several dangerous criminals. Mr. Drake Escotta used this confusion to steal evidence vital for a criminal investigation and was therefore suspected for it. The defendant managed to get away, however, as the police force were preoccupied with the mentioned situation. 2) Lonewolf_Escotta On 29th of October, 2017, at 17:20 CET, Lonewolf Escotta had stored illegal items in his property #261, Ghetto Flat, Little Haiti, which he had acquired through a smuggle operation. 30th November, 2017, in accordance with a court warrant issued, a raid operation had been executed on the said property. Several illegal items were found in his property. Refer to Section V. Additionally, on 30th October, 2017, around 13:57 CET, Lonewolf Escotta took part in an armed robbery of a Jewelry Store in North Point Mall. He had managed to evade the police and sold the jewels to the blackmarket. Refer to Section V. AMENDED AS PER 2017-11-11: ADDITIONAL CHARGES ISSUED On 2017.11.11, the defendant Lonewolf_Escotta was once again arrested by the FBI for robbing a jewelery store. The Defendant surrendered to the police force after evasion and a prolonged period of resisting arrest and was detained in the VCPD cells. 3) Pyro_Escotta On 25th October, 2017, Pyro Escotta sold a Grey Rumpo to the black market dealer. He had also been identified as the leader of the Escotta Family, therefore encouraging criminal acts and contributing to organised crime. Additional charges added as per 2017-11-11 Mr. Pyro Escotta, on 2017-11-11, had been charged by the police for assisting his fellow criminal, Drake Escotta, by interfering with a pursuit. The Federal Bureau of Investigations had noted the criminal charges issued on the said individual by the police, who then continued to evade the police force, which, being a crime by itself, had automatically made his charges of "aiding" valid. Therefore, the Prosecution are additionally charging Pyro Escotta with aiding and evasion of police. III. Charges • Luis_Escotta Assisting a felon in an attempted murder of a federal agent. Evidence Exhibit 1 Added as per 2017.11.11 - theft of crime scene evidence. Evidence Exhibit 6 • Lonewolf_Escotta Robbery (x2), posession of illegal items Evidence Exhibit 2, 3 and 7 Additional exhibit added as per 2017.11.11, additional robbery charge added • Pyro_Escotta "Threats or plotting a criminal act, or encouraging a criminal act is a crime.". The Bureau believes that Pyro Escotta had been encouraging and plotting criminal acts by leading a criminal organisation, therefore, contributing to the rise of organised crime in Vice City. Evidence Exhibit 1, Evidence Exhibit 4 Aiding of a criminal, resisting arrest Evidence Exhibit 8 IV. Demands •  Amended as per 2017.11.11 - The Federal Bureau of Investigation demands that Luis_Escotta is fined 50.000ARD for attempted murder of a police officer and theft of crime scene evidence. The Bureau additionally demands a 10 year prison sentence (1 hour) •  Amended as per 2017.11.11 - The Federal Bureau of Investigation demands that Lonewolf_Escotta is fined 30.000 ARD for posession of illegal weaponry and 35.000 ARD for two counts of robbery and a ten year prison sentence. •  The Federal Burea of Investigation demands that Pyro_Escotta is prosecuted for encouraging criminal acts and resisting, as the leader of the organisation and serves a 50 years (40 minutes) jail sentence. • The Federal Bureau of Investigation demands that the Escotta Family is declared illegal for its actions against the state, as it is obviously being used as an asset for organised crime. The Bureau demands that all members of the said family cease and desist their operations and that the organisation is shut down. V. Evidence • Exhibit 1 A voice recording of interview of Luis Escotta upon his arrest. 1) Luis Escotta confesses to his crime Spoiler for Hiden: [18:13:29]  Huntsman says: You were spotted piloting the helicopter for the sniper, identified as [NAR]Kody, who is now deceased [18:13:32]  Huntsman says: Is that true, Mr. Escotta? [18:13:47]  Luis_Escotta says: Yes, I ain't a good pilot tho [18:14:04]  Huntsman says: What was the intentions of the deceased sniper, Mr. Escotta. [18:14:07]  Huntsman says: ? [18:14:21]  Luis_Escotta says: I don't know, he just told me to pilot it sir [18:14:43]  Luis_Escotta says: probably [18:14:48]  Huntsman says: But you were aware that he was trying to interrupt a raid operation, yes? [18:14:53]  Luis_Escotta says: he wanted to disrupt the operation [18:14:56]  Luis_Escotta says: yes [18:15:00]  Huntsman says: Why did you assist him, sir? [18:15:35]  Luis_Escotta says: umm.. What would you do if you were a fellow criminal, I did the same. Spoiler for Hiden: [18:18:54]  Huntsman says: Mr. Escotta, are you aware that the crime you have committed is a serious offence. [18:18:58]  Huntsman says: That might land you in the court? [18:19:01]  Luis_Escotta says: Yes 2) Luis Escotta admits that he works for the Escotta organisation and names the members of Escotta. Spoiler for Hiden: [18:16:26]  Huntsman says: Do you know him, sir? [18:16:33]  Luis_Escotta says: Yes, he's in my family [18:16:37]  Huntsman says: What family? [18:16:58]  Luis_Escotta says: escotta family [18:17:06]  Huntsman says: What are the other members of Escotta, Luis"? [18:17:14]  Luis_Escotta says: Ken and Pyro 3) Pyro Escotta is named as the leader of Escotta Spoiler for Hiden: [18:18:29]  Huntsman says: Who leads Escotta, Luis? [18:18:37]  Luis_Escotta says: Pyro, the great • Exhibit 2 Items found in Lonewolf_Escotta's property https://imgur.com/m0d3sDZ • Exhibit 3 Robbery at North Point Mall https://imgur.com/zotia1o https://imgur.com/SQ67C08 • Exhibit 4 Footage of CCTV camera at Vice Port https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEDIkG3cZSg&feature=youtu.be • Exhibit 5 Full recording of the interrogation of Luis Escotta https://imgur.com/a/jYr7d • Exhibit 6 Luis Escotta stealing evidence https://imgur.com/a/Wj2Bk • Exhibit 7 Lonewolf Escotta being arrested for robbery for the second time even after this court case has been opened. https://imgur.com/a/40cTM • Exhibit 8 Pyro Escotta aiding in an evasion, resisting arrest https://imgur.com/a/SmN8h VI. Settlement Offer The prosecution are willing to lower their demands if the defence agrees to settle. Settlement conditions: 1) Escotta shut down all of their operations and disband. If Settlement conditions are met, the Bureau is willing to lower their demands to a total fine of 50.000 ARD that can be paid collectively by the organisation to the state instead of individual fines. SETTLEMENT OFFER WITHDRAWN BY PROSECUTION AS PER 2017.11.11 Signed, Director Gabriel Adams Agent Steven Collingwood Federal Bureau of Investigation

[Huntsman]

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City The prosecution would like to inform the court that the defendant Lonewolf Escotta had been summoned to the court via a phone call. The Bureau is still trying to reach the rest of the defendants.

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Vice City Law Courts Argonath Federal Court

From: The desk of the Honorable Alexander Treblin Address: 143 Downtown State Street, Downtown Vice City, Florida Topic: "United States of Argonath v 'Escotta Family'" Proceeding Number: VC-CR0006/2017

COURT MINUTE

The Court has received notice of the criminal case. Upon receipt of summons, the defendants will have up to 5 days to enter a plea (guilty/not guilty), if they fail to respond, a plea of not guilty will be automatically entered into.

DATED, on this 5th day of November, 2017.

Signed,

Alexander Treblin
Alexander Treblin
Judge

[Huntsman]

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City Your Honor, The Federal Bureau of Investigation have provided the Escotta with a court summons via a phone call to the member of the said organisation Lonewolf Escotta. The Bureau believes that since the affiliation between all three men has been proven, it is a ground to believe that the forementioned Mr. Lonewolf Escotta has means of contacting the rest of the related defendants to inform them of the case. The prosecution would like to request that the court would address whether this can be held as proof of summon to court. Signed, Director Gabriel Adams FBI

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Vice City Law Courts Argonath Federal Court

From: The desk of the Honorable Alexander Treblin Address: 143 Downtown State Street, Downtown Vice City, Florida Topic: "United States of Argonath v 'Escotta Family'" Proceeding Number: VC-CR0006/2017

COURT MINUTE

In response to the following:

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City Your Honor, The Federal Bureau of Investigation have provided the Escotta with a court summons via a phone call to the member of the said organisation Lonewolf Escotta. The Bureau believes that since the affiliation between all three men has been proven, it is a ground to believe that the forementioned Mr. Lonewolf Escotta has means of contacting the rest of the related defendants to inform them of the case. The prosecution would like to request that the court would address whether this can be held as proof of summon to court. Signed, Director Gabriel Adams FBI

The Court cannot rely on the defendant to inform others of pending court cases against them, despite having connections to the other defendants nor is it usual for the Court to require defendants who know each other, to effectively do the State's job in issuing summons. If the State has problems in issuing summons, it may use ArgoNet to issue summons (Forum PM) but must provide proof of that summons. To summarise, issuing one summons to a defendant who has relationships with the others cannot be used as summons against the other defendants.

DATED, on this 5th day of November, 2017.

Signed,

Alexander Treblin
Alexander Treblin
Judge

[Huntsman]

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City NOTIFICATION ABOUT COURT SUMMONS ISSUED The Prosecution have sent official notices to the defendants involved: Lonewolf Escotta and Pyro Escotta via the ArgoNet E-Mail Systems (Forum PM). Additionally, Lonewolf Escotta has been informed via a phone call. The Prosecution is attaching a copy of the sent e-mails as proof of court summons:       Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: Defendant Pyro Escotta Mr. Pyro Escotta, Federal Bureau of Investigations would like to notify you that a court case has been opened in which you have been charged with a crime. From this moment on the Escotta has five days to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty, as ruled by the Judge Alexander Treblin. Signed, Director Gabriel Adams, FBI Prosecutor of the United States of Argonath, State of Vice City       Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: Defendant Lonewolf Escotta Mr. Lonewolf Escotta, Federal Bureau of Investigations would like to notify you that a court case has been opened in which you have been charged with a crime. From this moment on the Escotta has five days to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty, as ruled by the Judge Alexander Treblin. Signed, Director Gabriel Adams, FBI Prosecutor of the United States of Argonath, State of Vice City The Prosecution are yet to find means of contact with the defendant Luis Escotta. Signed, Director Gabriel Adams, FBI

[Huntsman]

Your Honor,

Defendant Luis Escotta has contacted me via e-mail (forum PM) in regards of the court case, meaning that he is aware of the court case. However, to avoid any confusion, I additionaly sent him a court summons.

All of the defendants are issued summons to court, and therefore, the prosecution requests that the defence choose their representation and respond to this court case as soon as possible.

With the reference to the quotes : "The Prosecution are yet to find means of contact with the defendant Luis Escotta. "

Can I help you anyhow?

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Vice City Law Courts Argonath Federal Court

From: The desk of the Honorable Alexander Treblin Address: 143 Downtown State Street, Downtown Vice City, Florida Topic: "United States of Argonath v 'Escotta Family'" Proceeding Number: VC-CR0006/2017

COURT MINUTE

As the defendants have failed to enter into a plea, they have been defaulted into not guilty pleas. A trial will now commence where the defendants will be obliged to submit their defences and any sentencing submissions. The prosecution can respond if they wish to do so but must do so before the 18th of November. Due to workload constraints, any verdict will be announced after the Ninth Avenue Razor case judgement.

THE COURT ORDERS THAT:

[1].        That the defendants file a defence on or before 16 November 2017.

[2].        Any reply or counter-submissions by the prosecutor be filed on or before the 18 November 2017.

ORDERED, on this 9th day of November, 2017.

Signed,

Alexander Treblin
Alexander Treblin
Judge

[Pyro26]

Pro Lawyers co. will be representing the accused in this case.

Signed,
Pyro, Lonewolf, Drake(Luis)

[Klaus]

FERNANDO J. ULLOA Criminal defense lawyer

From: ProLawyers Co., Downtown, Vice City. P.O. Box: 08459 To: Vice City Courthouse, Downtown, Vice City. P.O. Box: 00101

Your honor,

My client Mr Pyro Escotta is extremely upset over the allegations that have been put forward by the Prosecution. Not only are these allegations not supported by substantial evidence but are also damaging to my client's reputation. I believe it is only fair that such detail be taken into account during this trial.

I would like to begin by stating that my client Pyro Escotta does not have any business relations with the other defendants in this case. They are nothing more than relatives, distant cousins that he speaks to on a regular basis. Pyro had no knowledge of the crimes Luis or Lonewolf committed, nor was he involved in them in any regard whatsoever. In fact Pyro is ashamed at what they have done to the family name.

Moving on the the evidence that was put forward.

3) Pyro_Escotta
On 25th October, 2017, Pyro Escotta sold a Grey Rumpo to the black market dealer. He had also been identified as the leader of the Escotta Family, therefore encouraging criminal acts and contributing to organised crime.

Pyro, known to his family members as "Pyro the Great" established the Escotta Foundation and therefore is highly regarded by his family, hence the nickname, for his achievements. He is not a leader of any sorts, apart from the CEO of the Escotta Foundation. The Escotta Family are not involved in organized crime of any kind and to try and charge Pyro for racketeering/encouraging/contributing is nothing but an empty accusation that cannot be proven by the evidence put forward by the prosecution. Mr Pyro Escotta is none other than a successful businessman, who has benefited the city greatly with the Escotta Foundation. He donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to known charities, for instance the Llama Lifes Matter Organization. The charges are an insult to his character.

Let us take a closer look at the so called Footage of CCTV camera at Vice Port. I think this footage is extremely poor in quality, and does not prove without any doubt that my client Pyro Escotta is the man shown within the footage. I would like to put forward two stills I have taken from this footage that prove that Pyro cannot be identified without any doubt. I would like the Judge to examine these pictures closely and come to a decision whether he can identity Mr Pyro Escotta without a question of doubt.


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I would like to ask the Prosecution to forward any further evidence they have that proves my Client Mr Pyro Escotta has encouraged his family to commit crimes. Unless substantial evidence is put forward I demand these charges to be dropped immediately.

[Klaus]

FERNANDO J. ULLOA Criminal defense lawyer

From: ProLawyers Co., Downtown, Vice City. P.O. Box: 08459 To: Vice City Courthouse, Downtown, Vice City. P.O. Box: 00101

Your honor,

My client Mr Luis Escotta is terribly sorry for the crimes that he committed, however he feels that he was treated unfairly by the FBI. He was unaware of his rights and his right to remain silent and should have been given an attorney before being interrogated. Luis Escotta suffers from a mental illness and I believe FBI Director Gabriel Adams abused this fact whether unknowingly or knowingly. What cannot be debated however is the fact my Client was not read his rights or given time to reach myself, his solicitor, before they conducted the interview. My client surrendered immediately and without any signs of resisting. I would like the Judge to take all of this into account.

We know my Client Luis Escotta was piloting for a now deceased criminal who attempted murder on several police officers. However, that is indeed all my client did. He piloted for him, but did not attempt murder in any kind of manner. When interrogated, I believe it is fair to say that he clearly did not know the full intentions of this criminal and was asked only to pilot him. My client was not fully aware of the criminals intentions and only that it had something to do with stopping a raid. My client is fully aware that he unknowingly assisted a criminal, however I believe his surrender and willingness to cooperate (even when treated poorly by the officials) should be taken into account.

[Klaus]

FERNANDO J. ULLOA Criminal defense lawyer

From: ProLawyers Co., Downtown, Vice City. P.O. Box: 08459 To: Vice City Courthouse, Downtown, Vice City. P.O. Box: 00101

Your honor,

My client Mr Lonewolf Escotta would like to change his plea to Guilty. He is aware of the charges put forward only after speaking directly with his solicitor. However, I would like the Judge to take into account that the Prosecution have highly exaggerated the amount of illegal weapons my client had in his possession. There were in fact only 24 Molotov cocktails, a great contrast to "several illegal items" that the Prosecution mentioned in their case file.

[Huntsman]

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City Your Honor, The Prosecution would like to respond to the defence. In regards to Luis Escotta (Drake Escotta) Part 1: Rights The Prosecution would like to quote the following part of the Constitution of the State of Vice City Ordinance I     In the case of arrest or detention, a citizen must be informed promptly for what reason they are being     detained. They shall also have the validity of the detention in question controlled by present law     enforcement and may be released if their crime is found to be invalid. Law Enforcement in the state of Vice City are not required to inform the detainees of their rights. Unlike the constitution of the State of San Andreas, the constitution of our honorable state of Vice City has no mention of such requirement, therefore, the arrest was lawful. As seen in the interrogation of the defendant, he was informed of the reason for his arrest in accordance to the constitution. Therefore, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or any other law enforcement branch for that matter, were not required to inform the detainee of their rights, therefore, we find this statement to be absurd and have no validity in court. Part 2: Mental Illness The Prosecution would like to point out that Mr. Luis Escotta was articulate and understanding in the proccess of interrogation. The Bureau had no reason or cause to believe that Mr. Escotta has any mental illness, noir had the defendant made the bureau aware himself. We would like the defence to provide the court with a valid document issued by a certified medical expert that would prove the defendants illness and that there was a possibility he was not aware of his actions. The Prosecution would also like to point out that the constitution of Vice City does not state mental illness as an extenuating circumstance, and therefore such illness should not be taken into consideration. Part 3: The Defendant being not aware of the intentions of the criminal. The Prosecution would like to point out that the defence are clearly lying in their statement. Mr. Luis Escotta was very well aware of his actions. The Prosecution would like to quote the recording: [18:14:48]  Huntsman says: But you were aware that he was trying to interrupt a raid operation, yes? [18:14:53]  Luis_Escotta says: he wanted to disrupt the operation [18:14:56]  Luis_Escotta says: yes [18:15:00]  Huntsman says: Why did you assist him, sir? [18:15:35]  Luis_Escotta says: umm.. What would you do if you were a fellow criminal, I did the same. Not only does Mr. Escotta admit that he was aware that the suspect had criminal intentions, but he also admits of criminal acts, and he admits to have had affiliation with the deceased criminal by naming him as "a fellow criminal". He openly admits of being aware of the nature of his actions, and therefore, the Prosecution believes that this claim should be dismissed. In regards to Pyro Escotta The Prosecution agrees with the defence that the quality of the footage provided had been lost during processing, therefore, Mr. Pyro Escotta cannot be linked to this footage. We hereby dropping the charges of smuggling on Mr. Escotta. Demands and charges were adjusted accordingly as per 2017.11.11 However, the Prosecution would like to point out that given the evidence and the nature of the crimes comitted by the Escotta members, it is safe to assume that Escotta is a criminal organisation, and it would be ridiculous to believe that the leader of the group did not know of such crimes taking place. The Prosecution finds it illogical that Mr. Escotta says he is disgusted by such acts comitted and is not aware of them being committed in the first place, as it would make sense that after seeing the evidence Mr. Escotta would either quit the organisation or remove the members that have comitted such acts. The fact that these members, to our knowledge, have not been removed from the organisation yet, makes way to believe that Mr. Pyro Escotta was well aware of the acts committed in the name of his organisation and that he should be charge for allowing them to happen. In regards to Lonewolf_Escotta The Prosecution would like to point out that the charges or "Robbery" had not been addressed by the defence, and wishes to have their statement regarding the said charges if any is found neccessary. Signed, Director Gabriel Adams Federal Bureau of Investigation, Vice City

[Huntsman]

Federal Bureau of Investigation Vice City Division From: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Office of Director Gabriel Adams Ocean Beach, Vice City To: The Criminal Court of Vice City, 143 Downtown State Street, Vice City EVIDENCE UPDATE 2017-11-11 1. In Regards to Mr. Luis Escotta/Drake Escotta Your Honor, The Prosecution would like to point out that even despite facing criminal charges, Mr. Luis Escotta (now known as Drake Escotta, as pointed out by the defence themselves) even to this day continues part-taking in criminal operations. Mr. Drake Escotta has been witnessed by several officers, including the prosecutor of the Bureau, Director Gabriel Adams, to have stolen crime scene evidence from a shootout in Vice Port, where the FBI and VCPD were apprehending several dangerous criminals. Mr. Drake Escotta used this confusion to steal evidence vital for a criminal investigation and was therefore suspected for it. The defendant managed to get away, however, as the police force were preoccupied with the mentioned situation. Therefore, the Prosecution are adding additional charges of stealing evidence from a crime scene and increase the demands for Drake Escotta to 50.000 ARD and 10 years (an hour) of imprisonment. Evidence: https://i.imgur.com/fJpRW65.jpg 2. In Regards to Lonewolf Escotta The Federal Bureau of Investigation would also like to point out that the defendant Lonewolf Escotta, despite facing criminal charges, had also been taking part in illegal activities since the opening of this court case. On 2017.11.11, Defendant Lonewolf_Escotta, once again, took part in a robbery. The defendant had surrendered and was detained in the VCPD holding cells, awaiting trial. The Prosecution therefore is amending its demands in regards of Lonewolf Escotta. The FBI would like to charges the defendant with two counts of robbery charges and therefore increase their demands in regard to robbery charges to 35.000 ARD, changing the total sum of the demanded fine for the defendant to 65.000 ARD. The Prosecution also demands a ten year prison sentence (one hour). evidence: https://imgur.com/a/40cTM 3. In Regards to the Escotta family Due to the continuous crimes being committed by the said organisation, even after being summoned to the court, the Bureau wishes to reinforce is claim of Escotta being a criminal organisation. The fact that the defendant, and the head of the organisation, Mr. Pyro Escotta does not terminate the membership of the defendants mentioned above and they continue to comit such hideous crimes in the name of the Group only shows further that the defendant Pyro Escotta is well aware of their actions and the criminal crimes being comitted. The prosecution, from this moment on, for the reasons stated above, withdraws the settlement offer as per 2017.11.11. Demands, evidence and charges updated accordingly. 4. Inquiry for Defence The Prosecution would like to know whether the defendant Lonewolf Escotta wishes to change his plea of guilty in the light of additional charges added.

[Klaus]

In regards to Pyro Escotta

The Prosecution agrees with the defence that the quality of the footage provided had been lost during processing, therefore, Mr. Pyro Escotta cannot be linked to this footage. We hereby dropping the charges of smuggling on Mr. Escotta. Demands and charges were adjusted accordingly as per 2017.11.11

I won't speak on behalf of the Judge, but putting fourth charges and then suddenly changing your mind has wasted valuble time and resources of the court, something that should not be taken lightly. On top of this, the damage you have you caused to my client by wrongly accusing him of such without substantial evidence to back it up. My client expects compensation for the damage caused by this mess you've created.

However, the Prosecution would like to point out that given the evidence and the nature of the crimes comitted by the Escotta members, it is safe to assume that Escotta is a criminal organisation, and it would be ridiculous to believe that the leader of the group did not know of such crimes taking place. The Prosecution finds it illogical that Mr. Escotta says he is disgusted by such acts comitted and is not aware of them being committed in the first place, as it would make sense that after seeing the evidence Mr. Escotta would either quit the organisation or remove the members that have comitted such acts. The fact that these members, to our knowledge, have not been removed from the organisation yet, makes way to believe that Mr. Pyro Escotta was well aware of the acts committed in the name of his organisation and that he should be charge for allowing them to happen.

Crimes committed by two family members does not mean an entire family are involved in organized crime. You're just clutching at straws, and trying to incriminate a perfectly innocent man because he has a family relation to the two other defendants. How can you expect him to "remove" his cousins from his family? They are his blood. He won't suddenly decide to disown them because they made a mistake. Family is family, and will always stick by each other. That does not make him a guilty man, or involved in any kind of organized crime. As already mentioned before, he is not a leader of such, but more so a father figure to his children and many cousins due his success and fame. I would like the Prosecution to show some actual evidence of my client Mr Pyro Escotta committing crimes, instead of just empty allegations without substantial evidence to back it up.