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Clemency Petition for Londro Patterson Introduction

I'm humbly coming to you as a man and individual who is remorseful, and takes full responsibility and accountability for my actions in the role that I played in this crime. The day my actions tore the victim and his family apart I was being a follower. I was trying to find myself by trying to fit in and be accepted by some guys who I thought were my friends. All I had to do was be the bigger person, speak up, and tell them I didn't want to do it and to let me out the car. I didn't because I didn't want to look like a coward. Now I know that was the cowardly thing to do and if I would've been a leader instead of a follower maybe the victim would still be here today. The decision I made haunts me every day to know that my actions resulted in an innocent man's death. I was 19 at the time it would be selfish for me to say that I didn't deserve a life sentence because my actions resulted in an innocent man's death. But I can say why I deserve to have the rest of my sentence commuted. I've made peace with myself and my past. I had to forgive myself in order to better myself and my situation. Once I did that I was able to find myself through my religion. I've been maintaining a minimum wage job to keep myself financially stable as well as paying off my court fines and restitution. I'm involved in different programs and volunteer work. I'm enrolled in college and I've only had 3 disciplinary reports since I came to prison in 2017. My behavior has reflected through the way I think now, which is positive instead of negative. I'm not perfect I'm still a work in progress but every day I strive to do better and be better. I plan to impact and change lives through my life story. Through my mistakes and bad decisions, I've turned them into blessings, and now I can be a blessing to others. Turning my negative situation into a positive experience starts now. All I have is my truth, and I'm living that every day that I wake up. I truly believe that my truth will set me free. I'm just praying for a second chance at life to make a change. I have freed my mind, which is the first step to freeing yourself. Now I'm ready for freedom outside these walls.

Background of the Crime
On January 9, 2015, I was one of four teenagers involved in an attempted robbery at She’s A Pistol, a gun store located in Johnson County, Kansas. During the attempt, the store owner, Jon Bieker, came from a back room and opened fire. When that happened, three of us including myself surrendered and tried to flee the store. As I turned to run, I was shot. I collapsed outside the store and was later found by Officer Maile lying in the grass, bleeding from two gunshot wounds. I was terrified and in survival mode, never realizing at the time that someone had died. It wasn’t until I woke up in the hospital that I learned Mr. Bieker had lost his life. That news devastated me. I take full responsibility for my decisions that day and deeply regret the pain caused to the Bieker family and the community. I never intended for anyone to be hurt. I was 19, lost, and influenced by peers I thought were friends. If I had made a different choice to speak up or walk away  maybe this tragedy could have been avoided.This petition is submitted in the interest of fairness, justice, and mercy, with the sincere hope that my case will be reconsidered in light of this significant and previously hidden evidence. These considerations are presented respectfully as context supporting this request for mercy and are not intended to challenge the finality of the court’s decision.

Key Issues and Grounds for Clemency

1.Youth, Brain Development, and Immaturity at the Time of the Offense 
It is well established in neuroscience and recognized by courts across the country, including the U.S. Supreme Court that the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for impulse control, sound reasoning, and decision making, does not fully mature until approximately age 25–27. At the time of this incident, I was 19, still neurologically immature, and therefore far more prone to reckless and impulsive behavior. This scientific truth underscores that my choices at 19 were not reflective of my full adult capacity. Today, at 30, I have matured neurologically, emotionally, and spiritually into a man who understands consequences and values life.

2. Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
My attorney pursued a guilt based defense against my explicit wishes, failing to present evidence that supported my innocence. This violated my right to effective legal representation and is now the basis of an ongoing legal challenge. I respectfully ask that this issue be considered as part of my clemency request.

3. Conflict of Interest Concerns were raised regarding personal relationships between members of the investigating department and the victim’s family. This information is included here as contextual background that may have influenced perceptions during the investigation and trial proceedings. These considerations are presented respectfully as part of the broader context supporting this clemency request, not to relitigate the case.

Legal Concerns Supporting Clemency Consideration

Since my conviction, critical new evidence has come to light, along with serious concerns about key information that was not fully explored. One of the most troubling omissions involves a documented history of domestic violence between the victim and his wife, including a reported domestic disturbance just one week before the incident. This information was never investigated or presented in court, even though it could have provided essential context and possibly introduced alternative theories or reasonable doubt. Additionally, 911 calls made by witnesses at the crime scene were withheld by the prosecution and never turned over to the defense. These recordings may have contained critical details that would have clarified what happened and who was involved. On top of this, my public defender with the crucial information of withheld evidence such as unexplored evidence in my case raises serious concerns about the accuracy of the forensic conclusions presented at my trial. Notably, skin grafts were not taken from the bullet wounds in the victim’s legs, but only from the wound in his chest. This limited approach hindered the ability to properly determine the origin of the fatal bullet whether it came from my co-defendant or the victim’s wife. Compounding this concern is evidence that the victim’s wife also discharged a firearm during the incident. They discovered 8 bullets inside the victim's body the failure to fully examine all wounds, especially in light of multiple potential shooters, undermines the integrity of the conclusions drawn and warrants further scrutiny. Limiting my ability to make informed decisions and meaningfully participate in my own defense presented challenges during defense preparation this evidence was within my knowledge or control at the time of trial, and its emergence only after sentencing underscores the injustice of the original proceedings.

Firearm Evidence
The firearm registered to me was recovered away from the scene and remained on safety. This detail has been part of the broader questions surrounding the events of that night and is included here as contextual information.

4. Personal Growth and Rehabilitation

Since my incarceration in 2017, I’ve worked continuously to better myself. I’ve maintained a steady prison job to stay financially stable and to pay court fines and restitution. I’ve enrolled in college courses, participated in volunteer programs, and maintained a positive disciplinary record with only three infractions in several years. Spiritually, I have embraced Islam and found peace through faith. I've taken responsibility for my past and forgiven myself, which has been crucial for my healing and transformation.

Personal Statement

I come to you as a man who is remorseful and fully accountable for my role in this tragedy. My actions contributed to a series of events that led to an innocent man’s death, and I will carry that with me forever. At 19, I made a cowardly decision to follow instead of lead and it cost a life. Now, at 30, I’ve grown and matured. I’ve made peace with my past, and I’m focused on building a better future. It would be selfish to say I didn’t deserve consequences. But I can say that I’ve worked hard to become a better man one who understands his past, lives his truth, and wants to be a force for good. I believe I can use my story to help others avoid the mistakes I made. My goal is to turn my pain into purpose and become a positive influence in my community. All I ask for is the opportunity to prove that change is real, that redemption is possible, and that I am ready for a second chance at life.

Request for Clemency and Action
1. Grant Clemency

I respectfully request executive clemency based on my demonstrated personal growth, rehabilitation, and the broader context surrounding my case. I’am not asking to erase the past, but for the opportunity to continue building a better future.

2. Case Context and Consideration
While I fully acknowledge the finality of my conviction, there were complexities and unresolved questions during the proceedings, including concerns related to evidence disclosure and investigative relationships. These considerations are presented respectfully as contextual background supporting this request for executive clemency and are not intended to relitigate the case.

3. Transparency and Public Awareness

 I ask that my story be published in a local newspaper or public platform, so that others may understand the flaws in this case and the need for justice reform. Public awareness is essential for creating meaningful change.I respectfully ask for your support in granting clemency. I have taken responsibility for my actions, grown as a man, and worked every day to improve myself. I am ready to contribute to society in a positive way  not as the teenager I once was, but as the man I’ve become. Please give me the chance to move forward and live a life of purpose. I believe in my heart that my truth will set me free. I fully respect the court’s decision and submit this request based on the person I have become since that time.

Thank you for your time, compassion, and consideration.

Sincerely,
Londro Patterson