I don't like the word conspiracy in this case, although more than one involved constitutes such. For me, this is a "common purpose". I agree the "timing of the murder" is so very important here. I listened to O'Neill interview Steven and after noting that the Rav was found on the property, he told Steven flat out, "I don't believe in coincidence." So, why should we? It follows that this is something that was started and turned into an elaborate, exhaustive purpose. We may never be sure about what happened but I think our vision is narrow and limited due to lack of knowledge. I think this thing is much wider and that Kusche died with a lot of secrets. If he had died in '96 it would have been with a lot of secrets. I cannot express what an incredible job you folks have done and I'm very thankful. I'm not an expert, scientist or attorney. The knowledge I had was proprietary. One thing I can do though is ask questions, hypothesize and enjoy your responses. This whole thing reminds me of the scene in the movie Absence of Malice when Paul Newman went to see his mob-connected uncle saying, "Uncle, I have a problem." A few days later, the ball was rolling. I suggest the following: With regard to the MCSD and other agencies, many have a history and many favors are owed. Lots of secrets. We know this just from the first Avery conviction. Colburn is one who could easily be made to feel he owed the group something when he let the cat out of the bag in '95. It only took a couple of higher-ups to get this thing started by calling in some favors from certain elements or even retired LE, going to see their "Uncle", so to speak. They Hey, it's about secrecy, brotherhood and loyalty. Uncle tells them to get background information for a while. They need surveillance, a man on the ground and phone taps. Uncle and his group pretty soon they settle on what they think is the best plan.