The Loeb-Leopold Case: With Excerpts From the Evidence of the Alienists and Including the Arguments to the Court by Counsel for the People an

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An excerpt reveals a chilling correspondence from George Johnson, urging immediate action to recover his son after a kidnapping. Near the location where the body was discovered, a pair of eyeglasses was found, leading investigators to trace their origins to three prescriptions filled in Chicago. One belonged to a prominent lawyer who was out of town, another to a lady, and the third to young Leopold. Initially, Leopold claimed his glasses were at home but later admitted he hadn’t worn them for a long time, suggesting he must have lost them during walks in the area. However, inconsistencies in his and Loeb's statements raised suspicions. Both were taken into custody after being found together on the day of Bobby Franks' abduction. As questioning continued, evidence of their deceit was presented, ultimately leading to their confessions detailing the shocking crime that captivated the public. This work serves as a historical account, meticulously reconstructed to preserve the original format while addressing imperfections, showcasing the gravity of the case that stirred widespread outrage.