Scott (and posse) are humorous, respectful, and tasteful. I just worry that he and whoever is in tow take too many risks to their safety like standing in the middle of blind curve lanes of traffic to bring us a video share.
I lived in Orange County, Calif when Nicole was murdered. She was buried in a cemetery up the street from my house. Streets were blocked off, cops everywhere. Very sad. For several years after she died I went and visited her grave. So sad.
@@70elcamino.wrong. He did go to prison for theft for several years. Not the murder charge , but he was found guilty in a civil suit. And later confessed and laughed about it in third person. OJ is burning in hell.
My teenage son asked me about this case upon hearing of OJ's death. I told him that, regardless of the lifestyles the families of the victims lead these days, I didn't think OJ's death would necessarily make Fred Goldman, etc feel "better" but that it would be another reminder of what occurred and what kind of person OJ was. A few hours later, I read Fred Goldman's statement on the matter and I was not surprised at all. I agree with you, Scott - I'm glad we won't see news about him anymore, glad we won't see much about him anymore. NOBODY paid the consequences for those awful murders.
The late comedienne Moms Mabley once said: "They say that when a person dies, you are only supposed to say good things about him. Well, he's dead. Good!"
I remember seeing that Debra Tate was helping the Goldman Family with the petitions when Simpson was up for parole years ago. Her and Patti have talked through the years about parallels between Nicole's and Sharon's murders. The media dragging their names through the mud and the obsession with murdered celebrities. I thought it was great that both families were working together for justice. Whether they win or lose.
Knowing Scott's work and reputation among his supporters (I am one) this could not have been comfortable to make this video share. Thank you Scott & posse for this episode, Casey in AZ.
The hypocrisy of the news reporters is striking as they criticize you for the tours. The networks pre-empted all their daytime TV shows so they could show not just the trial live, but also the hearing that came before it. Television news is responsible for getting the public as excited and giddy over the whole thing as they (we) were. As interesting as it all was, I remember complaining about not just missing my soaps but how network and Court TV news did as much as they could to whip the public into a frenzy over this, and why? Not because of the idea that a beloved public figure accused of a horrifying double murder (which had overwhelming evidence of his guilt) had any real impact on our lives, but for ratings. For ratings. They had absolutely no business getting on their high horse for anything.
@@TheHarryleemartinyeah but they are accusing Scott of being crass about the loss of life, making money off it, while they are doing that on a huge scale.
@@dougspidermanhappy No reporter or anchor said he was crass. They reported on tours and other interest by the general public. The difference is one is journalism, reporting on events of the day.
I watched the entire trial (sh*tshow). Judge Ito had absolutely no control over that proceeding. The prosecution was weak despite legit evidence. The "Dream Team" totally worked the system. ( Pro tip...don't get leather gloves wet - they shrink) Witnesses were not properly vetted -(Mark Furman). It was a sloppy, way-too-long trial that was played to the camera by most of the participants. oj has never expressed proper human emotion over the extremely violent, heinous attack resulting in a bloody death of two people (one being his ex wife) at the house his children were sleeping in. He never followed up on his "I'm going to find out who did this". He is a narcissist who blatantly got away with murder because a jury was star struck and needed to score a win.
I have a friend who works in the court system. He told me , a LONG time ago- IF you can afford a $5,000.00 a day lawyer - you can and will get away with anything. (And by that , I mean sentence of 20 years for manslaughter will get reduced to 3 years w/ probation) . One of the factors is : the judges are often FRIENDS with the lawyers (play golf, go out to dinner, etc !) . Disgusting and unfair.
Great point. So many people cast blame on the jurers in that trial. Calling them racist. But when you think about it This trial exposed to white people, that even a black man who could easily afford these high priced lawyers can get off scott free- even though millions of white would not have.
You could commit 1st degree murder and get a suspended sentence in TX in the 50s or 60s if you worked for LBJ. Look up Mac Wallace. That said It's still going on today, it's almost worse because many of the politically connected crimes are just ignored and never even prosecuted anymore or if you're on the opposite side you get a kangaroo court where you aren't allowed to mount a defense.
house was not properly collected and entered into the chain of custody when it was first located. Although it was documented in his notes by Detective Mark Fuhrman, one of the first to arrive on the scene, no further action was taken to secure it. The detectives who took over Fuhrman’s shift apparently were never aware of the print and eventually, it was lost or destroyed without ever being collected. Other items of evidence were also never logged or entered into the chain of custody, which gave the impression that sloppy forensic collection had been carried out at the scene. The prosecution had expert witnesses who testified that the evidence was often mishandled. Photos were taken of critical evidence without scales in them to aid in measurement taking. Items were photographed without being labeled and logged, making it difficult, if not impossible, to link the photos to any specific area of the scene. Separate pieces of evidence were bagged together instead of separately, causing cross-contamination. Wet items were also packaged before allowing them to dry, causing critical changes in evidence. Police even used a blanket that came from inside the house to cover Nicole Brown’s body, contaminating the body and anything surrounding it. Beyond poor evidence collection techniques, sloppy maneuvering at the scene caused more bloody shoe prints to be left behind by LAPD than by the perpetrator. Securing the Evidence Throughout the investigation, there were issues with how evidence was secured. There was about 1.5 mL of O.J. Simpson’s blood assumed missing from a vial of evidence. The LAPD could not counter the idea of “lost blood” because there was no documentation of how much reference blood was taken from Simpson as evidence. The person who drew the blood could only guess he had taken 8 mL; only 6 mL could be accounted for by the LAPD. To add to the problem, the blood was not immediately turned over as evidence but was carried around for several hours before it was entered into the chain of custody, allowing for speculation of when and how the 1.5 mL of blood may have disappeared. The security of LAPD storage and labs was also brought under scrutiny when it was discovered that some pieces of evidence had been accessed and altered by unauthorized personnel. Simpson’s Bronco was entered at least twice by unauthorized personnel while in the impound yard; Nicole Simpson’s mother’s glasses had a lens go missing while it was in the LAPD facility. A Question of Planted Evidence Not only were there many claims that the evidence was mishandled in the police lab but there were also claims that evidence was planted at the crime scene. Because the police department did not have proper collection documents regarding Simpson’s blood, it was argued that the police planted Simpson’s missing blood on critical evidence and in critical areas of the murder scene. The defense team stated that EDTA was found in the samples of blood that were collected at the crime scene. EDTA is a blood fixer (anticoagulant) used in labs and mixed with collected blood. If evidence with Simpson’s blood showed traces of EDTA, the defense claimed, then that blood had to have come from the lab, which meant that it was planted. However, EDTA is also a chemical found naturally in human blood and chemicals such as paint. At the time, tests were not readily available to differentiate between natural and contaminant EDTA or the differences in the level of EDTA in blood. Some believe that the positive EDTA results may have been due to contamination of the equipment used to run the tests. A Question of Character Detective Fuhrman was discredited by the prosecution when he was alleged to be a racist and accused of planting evidence. When asked if he had falsified police reports or planted evidence in the Simpson case, he invoked his 5th Amendment rights against self-incrimination. Fuhrman was accused of planting critical evidence, contaminating it with Simpson’s blood, and falsifying police records. In Fuhrman’s book, he stated that at one point he was even accused of killing Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman himself. This put anything he touched in the investigation under scrutiny. Understanding Forensic Science A major hurdle that the prosecution team failed to overcome was the lack of knowledge and understanding regarding forensics, specifically the relatively new science of DNA. The jurors agreed that the DNA testimony was difficult to appreciate since expert witnesses were not able to put their evidence in terms that the jury could understand. This inability to understand key evidence made the evidence essentially useless; even some seasoned lawyers found the scientific testimonies to be incomprehensible. It is reported that the DNA evidence showed that the chance that some of the blood found near the bodies came from anyone but Simpson was 1 in 170 million. The chance that blood found on Simpson’s sock could be from someone other than Nicole Brown was 1 in 21 billion. Blood samples found inside of Simpson’s Bronco, which was discovered outside Simpson’s home the next day, were equally matched to Simpson and both victims. Such evidence should have resulted in an open and shut case by today’s standards but was not made clear enough to understand at the time. What happened in the trial of O.J. Simpson that led to his acquittal? The role of the jury is to listen to both sides of the case (prosecutor and defense). The jurors have to unanimously decide guilt or innocence. Whatever the outcome, the jurors must feel that their decision is beyond a reasonable doubt. This was particularly difficult to achieve in this case. Going in, the public were already influenced by Simpson’s likeability and star power as a pro football player and beloved celebrity. Changing that initial perception was going to be tough. While the abundance of evidence certainly provided more than enough to do so, the doubts cast by the sloppy police work were enough of a window
He was acquitted in the criminal trial ("beyond a reasonable doubt") and adjudicated guilty in the civil trial ("a preponderance of evidence"). Justice was served; just not the way some of you wanted. Remember: Benjamin Franklin said that it was better than ten guilty men go free than one innocent man hang. Otherwise, our judicial process would have been the same as England's.
@7:38 Lou Brown managed the Hertz location at the Ritz Carlton in Dana Point. Just wanted to let that be known so people don't think he got some cushy executive position. He used to bring the rental returns to the gas station I worked at to fill them up with gas often several times a day.
Oh my, yes. Seems like last week the verdict was announced. I lost a a rape trial who was black. He was my therapist. Evidence was there. I remember black people cheering.😢
With 183k subscribers, I'd say you're not alone in the interest you have in this stuff, you were just smart enough to be able to capitalize on it. Yes, I'm a subscriber too lol.
My God, that was a weird and awful time. I appreciate your honesty then and now. I hope Nicole and Ron may rest in peace, and that OJ can stand the heat….for eternity.
They were a pair of drug addicts who were killed over an unpaid drug debt. That American mafia you people are so proud of? There were multiple attackers seen leaving the house.
No doubt OJ had a difficult upbringing, and he had health issues that he had to overcome, but he made it big and that was due to his God-given, talent and determination. However, OJ was an abuser. He abused women, and he took advantage of his popularity and fame, most of us really liked him in the 70s and 80s, but we didn’t know him. Nobody knew until after Nicole‘s death just what an awful person he was. I feel like he never had to pay for killing Ron and Nicole and ruining his children’s lives, but maybe now he’s facing his true karma.
@@ambermchugh9381That is what I wonder too.we have seen former pro football players that have had violent outbursts and committed murder and suicide. Great insight!
Yeah we all have sinned, but most of us didn't DO what OJ did (and he did it). But when I heard about him dying, I didn't celebrate or go on Twitter and act like an idiot to say something vengeful or dumb. The whole incident, the murder, the bronco chase and his trial were sad, grisly, and the chapter on this story can now be closed. OJ's death doesn't bring back anyone. The entire story is sad. That's all I have.
Yeap! Evidence all pointed to him all but leaving his Heisman Trophy at the crime scene. Let's don't forget the 911 calls Nicole made with "him" screaming and threatening her. Wonder why he didn't do something anything at all to look for the "killer".... just saying.
@k2sworld My belief he was guilty had no bearing on whether he did it or not. But I can still have an opinion on whether he slaughtered those innocent people or not. I stated (and he did it) because I'm Captain Obvious and yes he did it because that's my opinion. It won't change anything. But that won't stop me from voicing my moot opinion. All 3 parties are now dead and nothing will bring them back. It's a sad and tragic story. Let's close the book on it.
I enjoyed your commentary on this video. I have no doubt that OJ did it. I was in high school and we watched the verdict during class. All of the black students were happy and took it as a victory. I’m sad a lot of it turned into race instead of a double murder.
If you didn't do the tour someone else would have and charged more. The murders are a part of history. Seeing the scene makes it more real than watching it on TV.
I lived right by the crime scene and checked it out while the yellow tape was still up. Blood everywhere…OJ sure carved them poor folk up real good…he was a bad man. Scott, you handle this stuff with the utmost class and respect. This was your true calling in life…👏
ive seen pictures of the crime scene with the bodies there too. it was messy, she had been stabbed/slashed so bad on her neck that her head was almost off.
Imagine knowing not only that your best friend is a vicious murderer but that you might have gotten him off and now have to act like everything is cool. Or that you just sent your best friend to prison. Very conflicting emotions. I don't envy him. He seemed like a nice enough guy although I can't stand his ex wife and daughters tv show
@@ambermchugh9381 Same here. Can't stand the family but I remember reading he was decent. There is a scene in the FX series where he takes his kids to breakfast and says something like "we are Kardashians, we don't do immoral things for money". Later on he did interviews where he stated he had been friends for years but no longer and he felt he was guilty.
@@RadioLaPrincess Iam very surprised to hear that. I assumed he knew or thought he was guilty. Hysterical quote from the mom who got rich marketing her daughters sex tape.
@@ambermchugh9381 I was too, which is why it stood out to me. But yeah after watching the show I got the feeling he was a decent guy, however I do not feel the same about his family.
My sister saw OJ at her cancer treatment every other friday for the last 5 months. They sat next to each other during chemo treatments. She says he was kind of nice. His eyes were empty though and that bothered her.
@@hanselmansell7555: The same racist cop that helped prove the innocence of Arrick Harris, an "African-American" male who Fuhrman believed had been falsely implicated for murder? That racist cop?
It became such a big story because it was so unbelievable that a famous person could commit such a brutal, Jack the Ripper, bloody type murder. The world is a better place now.
The press has no leg to stand on in being judgmental about what grave tours do. The press is the WORST for harassment and getting in the faces and lives of victims and their families and friends. You folks simply drive by scenes, you don't camp on their lawns, go through their garbage, look in their windows, knock on their doors, follow the families around asking stupid questions, etc. The general public is pretty curious, *I* certainly am, that's why I watch your episodes and others about true crime. Keep up the good work, Scott. Thank you for doing what you do.
To quote Clint Eastwood, "he had it coming...we all have it coming." Keep up the great work. The history is great, but nobody gives you a look at the streets of LA like you do. And, as many have said, "the gloves fit now."
Yesterday l watched an old interview with one of OJ's "dream team," maybe Kardashian, who dourly expressed great doubt in their client because of the blood evidence. I thought to myself how did they sleep at night after winning that case? Side note; Scott, l must say you looked great in that clip!
Look at you Scott! And you’re still here! You have always done a respectful job! You treat everyone on your yours with compassion, kindness, and you make sure that they are never forgotten!! People forget, that’s what Hollywood is about! Telling stories! She died in 1994 he died 2024! 30 years apart and I bet he never confessed to anyone!
Best news I heard all day. Good riddance, he should had gotten the death penality to begin with. I am glad that Ron Goldmans and Nicoles family is rid of this monster.
I was a NYC tour guide with a group of nuns when a Donald Trump’s limo pulled up in front of Trump Tower where we were standing and O.J. and Trump got out. There was a bitter episode where O.J. had a profanity laced incident in front of my elderly nun group. It was the worst incident of my life but the details were horrific! We got to see OJ’s frightening fury first hand!
Oh that pisses me off!! Those reporters were vultures 🤬 I can only imagine you showed that location respect just like you did every other site on your tours. NONE of those vultures could say the same😡
The documentary I watched, said that Ron Goldman only went to return her glasses that she left at the restaurant . She called and needed them back, and he was the one who offered . The documentary said the affair rumours were unfounded and made up by tabloids . Does anyone know how true this is at all?
He asked to leave the restaurant early, went home to shower and change and then walked to the condo to return the glasses. They were not intimate on that evening.
I think he was romantically interested in her. There isn't one thing wrong with that. They were both good looking and single. The glasses being returned was an excuse to see an enchanting woman he met on the job. Unfortunately he ran into a crazy murderer. Isn’t it a shame he didn’t arrive sooner and was able to save her like in the movies?
Ron was gay so no there wasn't a romantic relationship it's the tabloids making that up to sell stories...Never let the truth get in the way of a good story...
Most of us were transfixed by the case and still are. Times have changed, and hopefully so have we, as you demonstrated in this video. Thanks for doing this and for always being so honest and humble.
I appreciate that you do what you do. Not everyone who has a curiosity is out to exploit victims or situations. You make this information accessible to us
These places that get a lot of attention, the Simpson scene , menendez, Tate, etc., are always crimes that are unspeakable and so far beyond imagination. Folks are drawn to those particular scenes to maybe come to terms with the fact people are capable of such horrific acts.
one of the weirdest things about the blow by blow case were all the tight knit rich of the Brentwood small community who came out. Remember the guy who lived in the same condos a few doors down from Nicole, he was some sort of producer and the night of the murders he had flown into LAX and he was on his way home when the murders were going on. I remember he said he knew exactly what time it was because he had a weird habit of timing his trip home from LAX. Also the lady who OJ almost ran into blowing through a light in the Bronco. It was such a weird cast of characters.
The fact is Johnny Cochran could not stand Oj Simpson. He took the case because he knew that Ojs initial atorneys were not legator's and they only made deals for pleas. Johnny wanted to milk this case fo his own notoriety
Pretty hypocritical of the press to go after you when, as you said, they were there for the same reason you were: because people wanted to see the crime scene. How much did their ratings go up during their coverage of the case?
Perfect timing Scott. Like many my age (65) I have both loved and dispised OJ. But more concerning is that social media has made so many anonymous assholes.....It's sad
Oh my - after all of these years. Praying that the families finally find closure to their heartaches. Even if Ron wasn't the guy she was waiting for - it was none of oj's business. They were divorced. She was free to be with whomever she wanted to be with.
I was in a hotel in Munich Germany. We Just got back from a somber tour of the Dachau concentration camp with some of the veterans that actually liberated it. It was a month long tour with WWII veterans.. which my late father had served with. We turned on the tv and saw the Bronco /police chase on CNN International. I cannot believe it has been almost 30 years since then. Scott you were one of many that helped document that time and feeling in L.A. history, and that is a good thing. It happened, and should be remembered👍. P.S. you never go on too long for the people that appreciate history!
Thanks for your take on this, Scott. I was home with my newborn during the trial, and glued to the tv. Also, what's that cool spiralled wooden pole in the corner?
Part of why it became such a drama was that they preempted the soap operas and we just watched this real life drama instead. All the networks competing for the most salacious bits
Scott, I’m from and still live in the Greater LA area (Whittier , along the LA/Orange county borders). My family used to go to LA a lot for theater. The Amanson, Pantages, ect. Anyway we would go to the sites too. One afternoon we drove by Mezzaluna, OJ’s house. then Bundy. All during this time frame of the mid 1990’s. My brother was goin to a private high school in Orange and the day of the Bronco chase, my mom was convinced my brother was on one of the over passes watching the Bronco go by. My mom read all the books. That trial was in our house everyday. My mom who watched it from beginning to end was convinced they were going to acquit him. People who watched the trial tended to feel that way. You did nothing differently than everyone else did. One final note. I think it was in 2018-2019 my sister was living in Brentwood. My mom and I visited her. Then we went to eat. Her apartment complex was 3 blocks from the condo where the murders happened. We drove by it then. It’s changed of course. The entrance has been changed and people live there. You can still see it. So ya. I don’t think it’s wrong. People are curious.
Scott, I think you handle your topic with respect. It was twenty years ago, and I can see your maturity to the situation now. My uncle was murdered and the person who did it died this year, so I look at this differently, but trust me, my family made some black humor cracks when we found out that he was dead.
I’ll support you, Scott Michaels, anytime/anywhere. You do what you do because of curiosity. Humans will always be curious…no “ifs” “ands” or “buts”. Your fan from Santa Barbara, CA😊
Please don't b ashamed bout your opinion Scott. Cuz u r absolutely right that he did it. Let the haters hate u r awesome Scott. In Short. The public wants to hear tragic stories. N want to c where c where it happened. Hope u n your husband r doin great. Thnx for the great info on everything. great. Thnx for the excellent show
Scott, you have nothing to be ashamed about as far as I'm concerned. Your website and youtube channel are two of the most informative places on the internet which has become very controlled and PC. I just think there is a lot of information we would not normally get without you.
Scott you are so informative and accurate in your reporting on a story. I wish more people were like that! You’re not gross you’re not disgusting! That was your job! The news media was sick! Like you said~ you own what you do. You’re a stand up guy. I love listening to you!
As a battered woman in the past this was a slap in the face for us. He was so guilty. I’m sure he will get justice. And might be pleading for ice water.
It always baffled me why they never questioned the fitting of the glove. The plastic gloves made them not fit correctly. But not one person ever mentioned it. I know the reason for the plastic gloves.
You have a business because people want to see this stuff. I love graveyards and these kinds of tours. You are always respectful. I love how the news people were questioning you but they were there more than you were. Well, it is done and OJ is no more. I think poor Ron Goldman was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. RIP to the victims.
It always bothered me, that no one considered calling in a leather expert, to explain, how leather can "shrink" when saturated with liquid... blood or water... of course they no longer fit by then. That was a missed opportunity by the prosecution.... so I ask again, Where was the questioning, testimony or affidavit of a leather expert?????
You're saying 'both' of the gloves found in two different places SHRUNK that much🤨! The prosecution 'probably' DID consult a leather Expert, so, guess WHY they 'DIDN'T' call a leather expert as a 'witness'??? Does every owner of gloves have to replace them when they get Wet!? Because they 'Won't' fit the owner???🤔✊🏿💯✊🏿
@@davidwicks9538 If you recall the trial, when they gave him the gloves to put on, he splayed out his hands, and that with the shrinkage, no wonder they didn't fit properly, AND he wore latex gloves as well, which would also throw off the fit of the glove but his hand did get into the glove. I have experience working leather... and yes, two different gloves can shrink the same if they were both wet. But, most of all, the gloves didn't have to fit perfectly... as it was a crime of passion, he probably grabbed the first pair of gloves he found. He did it, without question... and I will NOT miss him.
@LadyDragonsblood Now, he grabbed the first pair of gloves he could find, annnd... a 🔪 that hasn't been found, left his home to kill Nicole; I guess he would pick a pair of "leather" gloves with No lining, out of his Vast collection of gloves to assure they wouldn't fit with latex gloves on, if caught...Right! The prosecution, You recall, choose this demonstration...???? Are 'YOU' an adult?? Do You realize how 'Ignit' you sound???✊🏿💯✊🏿
I was on the grave line tour on June 13th, the day the news was breaking. Had no idea what was going on until we got back to our hotel and turned on the news.
This is the first post I've watched on this and the last. I am apathetic about his death other than I hope it brings some emotional relief to the Brown and Goldman families.
At that point we couldn't. They sealed off the streets for blocks. They had police stationed in front of Bundy and pulled people over for even touching their brakes, claiming they were impeding traffic. Which they were.
I didn't know you were associated with Grave Line Tours!!! I wanted to go on that one of the many times I visited Hollywood with my husband, who was from LA, but never got to.
when you soak leather with any liquid it will shrink. plus oj had medical gloves on and did not take his meds for rheumatoid arthritis so his hands swelled. so the gloves obviously would not fit. it was all orchestrated.
Hey Scott I've mentioned it before but I am originally from Orange County California and crazy story is my ex-husband went psycho on me and he got physical and I left him and it was June 12, 1994 (same day OJ killed Nicole) I moved with my kids to Mission Viejo California and I started working at Albertsons. I had a lot of family with Albertson's and I ended up working with one of Nicole Simpson's sister Tonya's high school friends. And she told me that everybody in the family knew he did it there was no doubt about it that he did it. Oh and I almost forgot my kids and I ended up moving over to Lake Forest California which is just the next town over and right around the corner was the cemetery where Nicole is buried and every time I would drive by it would just give me chills and I would just feel so bad for her and her kids and I just thank God every day that I left my ex-husband because who knows what could've ended up happening to me
I was anxious to see your thoughts. I personally think he did it. Hands down. Thank you Scott!! I really like how you put things. Truthfully!! You are doing your tour and the reporters did the exact same thing day in and day out. Only difference, they were playing for ratings. You were doing a job you'd been doing for years before this happened. They were doing it for ratings. You're straight up Scott and I appreciate you!!
Feel lucky to have taken the Dearly Departed tour with you when I lived in LA and got to see the house... it is very very creepy, such a heavy energy. Huge fan of your work Scott!
My dermatologist was across the street from the restaurant and I drove down Bundy to see the place. I was struck by how tiny the muder area was. I also took your Helter Skelter tour. We are witnesses to history.
Grreat Vlog Scott Micheals & Well said…I think your contribution in LA was valid and important. The Media did call this ‘The Trial of the Century’ in London, England in White Chapel, there are Tours to this day about the Horrific Murders Jack the Ripper Committed on Innocent Victims… OJ Simpson had it All & Lived The ‘American Dream’ and when he let his Anger & Rage take Complete Hold of him…He Lost Everything…This Crime on June 12,1994 was as Unspeakable & Horrific as The Manson Murders of 1969. The Nation was Absolutely Riveted. Ron Goldmans Dad had the Most Incredibly Poignant Comment on the death of OJ Simpson. Such a Beautiful Young Man as Handsome as Paul Newman or Brad Pitt…Butchered, Murdered Senselessly for Nothing but a Narcissists Fragile Ego. GOD BLESS the Families of All those Who have been Senselessly Murdered & Taken by Evil.
I echo your sentiments exactly, Scott. I did not participate with the celebratory type posts I saw all over social media, because I also thought it was gross to do it. I also agree that O.J. did it, though at the time of the murders I didn’t want to believe it because I grew up when O.J. was in his heyday in the 70s and 80s. He was a sort of mini hero of mine. After watching the trial on TV, I still wasn’t sure because the prosecution seriously bungled the case and the L.A.P.D. weren’t exactly the most exemplary of reputation in light of the Rodney King trial and the mounting accusations of prejudice going back decades. I do believe they were treated as persona non grata because of all that and also the accusations against Mark Fuhrman just meant the probability of conviction was zero. It was a wild time and I can’t we’re here 30 years later and still talking about it.
I had a friend who went to the same school that Ronald Goldman went to and she remembered him as a nice person and the girls all had a crush on him. I can’t remember why we ended up talking about him but I will always remember what she said about.
Recently I happened to watch a more historical account of Simpson, especially his earlier life. I am writing this for the bare handful of people who think he is innocent, and the ones that think his son did it. As a troubled youth, he used to look forward to the weekends when he could beat up people "who deserved it", and Simpson did not consider it a real weekend if no beatings occurred. This discounts later excuses of the head injuries that likely occurred during the football career. He had committed domestic violence against his first wife. Either in the case of the first wife, or the second (Nicole), or both, strangulation was reported. Strangulation in DV cases automatically makes the perpetrator a high risk of committing homicide. Throughout the marriage and after separation to Nicole, he threatened to kill her. There were other bits and pieces that made me suspect he could be a psychopath (particularly beating people up for fun as a teen, that is textbook). Certainly some of his responses and behaviours afterward were not 'normal'. The 'If I did it' book was a bizarre thing to do, although it was clear the motivation was money, that 'Dream Team' came with a big price tag. There was a reasonable body of evidence against him. I suspect he had help in disposing of the clothes and knife by unknown person. I have read many comments reminding me of some evidence, I will add another, blood was found in his shower drain. No matter how solid the case was against him, three main factors ensured he would not be found guilty. The first, so soon after the Rodney King riots, racial tension was high. The LAPD (eg Fuhrman) and their racism. And finally, OJ still had a very beloved status with the public. A guilty verdict was never going to happen. At least his life was pretty much ruined afterward. That he had to live out 30 years of ruined life, is at least some punishment.
Right after OJ's acquittal, my daughter and I had occasion to visit LA. We drove by the murder house and then his home on Rockingham, just to see how long it took. We were sure he did it anyhow, but making that drive was eerie. People were standing outside Simpson's home with a large banner stating "Justice is dead, murderer is free." Made it so real. As crime buffs, years later my daughters and I have taken some of Scott's tours and appreciated what he does. I believe it was in August of 2009 that we went to dinner at El Coyote with Scott and many others on the anniversary of the Tate murders. Thanks for what you do Scott.
If 'You' drove the route from Nicoles residence, the murder scene, to OJs house, how long (in minutes) did it take? Assuming "YOU" took the correct route!! "YOU'RE SURE he did it! RIGHT??? ... After "YOUR" research, DO You find it peculiar, that NOBODY saw 👀OJ coming or returning🤨!?!??? Especially when/or "IF" he crossed San Vincente Bl.!! *TWICE* 🤔...Jis' Sayin'... ✊🏿💯✊🏿
I saw an interview Thursday on Nancy Grace with Keith Zlomsowitch. He was involved with Nicole at the time of her death. He owned the restaurant, Mezzaluna, where Ron Goldman worked.
Hi Scott.Thank you for the video.Please remind people to hug their family and tell them you love them for you never know if it will be the last time you can do that.☺️❤️
I was involved in a case in the courthouse down town when the OJ trial was going on. We had to walk through the madness outside to get into the building. It was wild.
At the time of the killings I lived off San Vicente in Brentwood. The number of visitors to the neighborhood was shocking and when I overheard one driver with out-of-state plates telling another driver with out-of-state plates where Rockingham Drive was (I vaguely knew where it was) I realized that there was intense interest in the case. After seeing the grave line tours hearse, friends and I booked a tour and we did a few other tours with Scott and visited the museum. 😄
Simpson was an incredible, talented football player, just amazing. And then he was in some movies, and was handsome, charming, and funny. We saw SO many of his car rental ads, in which he ran and swerved and leaped gracefully over luggage. He was a superstar: my family loved him. That's why, it was SO mind-blowing, watching the car chase down the freeway, hearing the news talk about the brutal murders. No wonder people were obsessed! I was working two jobs, so didn't see a lot of the trial, but my mom would watch and give me a encapsulated version. What I remember vividly are the dancing Judge Itos on Leno. Circus is right. I understand why the families wanted him to pay in SOME way, any way. You were a young guy, scrambling to build your business. I don't see it as morbid or bad. I think the news media is pretty hypocritical, with their finger-waggling. Definitely was a strange, tragic time. Truth is stranger than fiction, sometimes.
Fascinating video! I think that you and I are about the same age. My son, who is a senior in high school, was in one of his classes, and his teacher began talking about OJ Simpson's passing the day before. The teacher is about our age. He said that he overheard some students talking about OJ Simpson the day before. He couldn't understand why these 'kids' would be talking about OJ. Later in the day, he saw in the news that OJ had died. He said, "Oh, I get it now." 😅
Scott you are one of the most respectful of the deceased I know. Yes, you use humor and we all appreciate that, much of what is covered is so macabre.
Scott (and posse) are humorous, respectful, and tasteful. I just worry that he and whoever is in tow take too many risks to their safety like standing in the middle of blind curve lanes of traffic to bring us a video share.
Always so respectful and there is no one I trust more on LA crime and drama
On these videos yes. On the Find a death write ups not so much lol
I lived in Orange County, Calif when Nicole was murdered. She was buried in a cemetery up the street from my house. Streets were blocked off, cops everywhere. Very sad. For several years after she died I went and visited her grave. So sad.
Maybe it's time to visit her grave again to tell her the news. I believe everything felt into place. God decided to take OJ from earth.
Very kind of you
I went to Highschool with Nicole's younger sister. I grew up in Dana Point. That was very kind that you brought flowers to Nicole's grave site ❤
@@TheNewsAnchorYouTrustin which case god didn't allow him to goto prison either
@@70elcamino.wrong. He did go to prison for theft for several years. Not the murder charge , but he was found guilty in a civil suit. And later confessed and laughed about it in third person. OJ is burning in hell.
My teenage son asked me about this case upon hearing of OJ's death. I told him that, regardless of the lifestyles the families of the victims lead these days, I didn't think OJ's death would necessarily make Fred Goldman, etc feel "better" but that it would be another reminder of what occurred and what kind of person OJ was. A few hours later, I read Fred Goldman's statement on the matter and I was not surprised at all.
I agree with you, Scott - I'm glad we won't see news about him anymore, glad we won't see much about him anymore. NOBODY paid the consequences for those awful murders.
Ultimate Justice reigns where OJ is now.... better than the so-called justice on earth ❤✝️⚖️❤
Fred Goldman hounding him constantly for his money was pretty just punishment. Hitting him where he really lived
@ambermchugh9381 a hollow victory for Fred, though.
@@kati1669This was the comment I was looking for Kati. Surprised it took so long to find. Blessings.
Every year when the anniversary shows up of his death will hear about it on the news
The late comedienne Moms Mabley once said: "They say that when a person dies, you are only supposed to say good things about him. Well, he's dead. Good!"
Prefect❤
I totally agree.
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I remember seeing that Debra Tate was helping the Goldman Family with the petitions when Simpson was up for parole years ago. Her and Patti have talked through the years about parallels between Nicole's and Sharon's murders. The media dragging their names through the mud and the obsession with murdered celebrities. I thought it was great that both families were working together for justice. Whether they win or lose.
That's because both cases were hoaxes and media events. Psyops.
You have NOTHING to apologize for! We love you and support you ....keep up the good work!!!
and we never Thank You enough.
Thanks Scott.
Scott's voice still sounds the same too! He should do voice over work.
Knowing Scott's work and reputation among his supporters (I am one) this could not have been comfortable to make this video share. Thank you Scott & posse for this episode, Casey in AZ.
The hypocrisy of the news reporters is striking as they criticize you for the tours. The networks pre-empted all their daytime TV shows so they could show not just the trial live, but also the hearing that came before it. Television news is responsible for getting the public as excited and giddy over the whole thing as they (we) were.
As interesting as it all was, I remember complaining about not just missing my soaps but how network and Court TV news did as much as they could to whip the public into a frenzy over this, and why? Not because of the idea that a beloved public figure accused of a horrifying double murder (which had overwhelming evidence of his guilt) had any real impact on our lives, but for ratings. For ratings. They had absolutely no business getting on their high horse for anything.
It was news. Hence the media coverage.
@@TheHarryleemartinyeah but they are accusing Scott of being crass about the loss of life, making money off it, while they are doing that on a huge scale.
@@dougspidermanhappy No reporter or anchor said he was crass. They reported on tours and other interest by the general public. The difference is one is journalism, reporting on events of the day.
I wish you we're doing what you used to do! It was on my bucket list to go on your tour! ❤
@@TheHarryleemartin STUPID
I watched the entire trial (sh*tshow).
Judge Ito had absolutely no control over that proceeding. The prosecution was weak despite legit evidence. The "Dream Team" totally worked the system. ( Pro tip...don't get leather gloves wet - they shrink) Witnesses were not properly vetted -(Mark Furman).
It was a sloppy, way-too-long trial that was played to the camera by most of the participants.
oj has never expressed proper human emotion over the extremely violent, heinous attack resulting in a bloody death of two people (one being his ex wife) at the house his children were sleeping in. He never followed up on his "I'm going to find out who did this".
He is a narcissist who blatantly got away with murder because a jury was star struck and needed to score a win.
That expert that picked the jury really won the case. The prosecution bored them and talked over their heads for like 9 months
I think Judge Ito made a mistake in having the trial on TV. It should have been a closed hearing. RIP Nicole and Ron.
@@shannonk.6528 definitely
Another wanna be celebrity. The whole trial was a joke.
He's a straight up psychopath who got away with murder
I have a friend who works in the court system. He told me , a LONG time ago- IF you can afford a $5,000.00 a day lawyer - you can and will get away with anything. (And by that , I mean sentence of 20 years for manslaughter will get reduced to 3 years w/ probation) . One of the factors is : the judges are often FRIENDS with the lawyers (play golf, go out to dinner, etc !) . Disgusting and unfair.
Our justice system needs a complete overhaul.
Our system is wholly and completely corrupt
Great point.
So many people cast blame on the jurers in that trial. Calling them racist. But when you think about it
This trial exposed to white people, that even a black man who could easily afford these high priced lawyers can get off scott free- even though millions of white would not have.
You could commit 1st degree murder and get a suspended sentence in TX in the 50s or 60s if you worked for LBJ. Look up Mac Wallace. That said It's still going on today, it's almost worse because many of the politically connected crimes are just ignored and never even prosecuted anymore or if you're on the opposite side you get a kangaroo court where you aren't allowed to mount a defense.
house was not properly collected and entered into the chain of custody when it was first located. Although it was documented in his notes by Detective Mark Fuhrman, one of the first to arrive on the scene, no further action was taken to secure it.
The detectives who took over Fuhrman’s shift apparently were never aware of the print and eventually, it was lost or destroyed without ever being collected. Other items of evidence were also never logged or entered into the chain of custody, which gave the impression that sloppy forensic collection had been carried out at the scene.
The prosecution had expert witnesses who testified that the evidence was often mishandled. Photos were taken of critical evidence without scales in them to aid in measurement taking. Items were photographed without being labeled and logged, making it difficult, if not impossible, to link the photos to any specific area of the scene. Separate pieces of evidence were bagged together instead of separately, causing cross-contamination. Wet items were also packaged before allowing them to dry, causing critical changes in evidence. Police even used a blanket that came from inside the house to cover Nicole Brown’s body, contaminating the body and anything surrounding it. Beyond poor evidence collection techniques, sloppy maneuvering at the scene caused more bloody shoe prints to be left behind by LAPD than by the perpetrator.
Securing the Evidence
Throughout the investigation, there were issues with how evidence was secured. There was about 1.5 mL of O.J. Simpson’s blood assumed missing from a vial of evidence. The LAPD could not counter the idea of “lost blood” because there was no documentation of how much reference blood was taken from Simpson as evidence. The person who drew the blood could only guess he had taken 8 mL; only 6 mL could be accounted for by the LAPD.
To add to the problem, the blood was not immediately turned over as evidence but was carried around for several hours before it was entered into the chain of custody, allowing for speculation of when and how the 1.5 mL of blood may have disappeared.
The security of LAPD storage and labs was also brought under scrutiny when it was discovered that some pieces of evidence had been accessed and altered by unauthorized personnel. Simpson’s Bronco was entered at least twice by unauthorized personnel while in the impound yard; Nicole Simpson’s mother’s glasses had a lens go missing while it was in the LAPD facility.
A Question of Planted Evidence
Not only were there many claims that the evidence was mishandled in the police lab but there were also claims that evidence was planted at the crime scene. Because the police department did not have proper collection documents regarding Simpson’s blood, it was argued that the police planted Simpson’s missing blood on critical evidence and in critical areas of the murder scene.
The defense team stated that EDTA was found in the samples of blood that were collected at the crime scene. EDTA is a blood fixer (anticoagulant) used in labs and mixed with collected blood. If evidence with Simpson’s blood showed traces of EDTA, the defense claimed, then that blood had to have come from the lab, which meant that it was planted.
However, EDTA is also a chemical found naturally in human blood and chemicals such as paint. At the time, tests were not readily available to differentiate between natural and contaminant EDTA or the differences in the level of EDTA in blood. Some believe that the positive EDTA results may have been due to contamination of the equipment used to run the tests.
A Question of Character
Detective Fuhrman was discredited by the prosecution when he was alleged to be a racist and accused of planting evidence. When asked if he had falsified police reports or planted evidence in the Simpson case, he invoked his 5th Amendment rights against self-incrimination. Fuhrman was accused of planting critical evidence, contaminating it with Simpson’s blood, and falsifying police records. In Fuhrman’s book, he stated that at one point he was even accused of killing Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman himself. This put anything he touched in the investigation under scrutiny.
Understanding Forensic Science
A major hurdle that the prosecution team failed to overcome was the lack of knowledge and understanding regarding forensics, specifically the relatively new science of DNA. The jurors agreed that the DNA testimony was difficult to appreciate since expert witnesses were not able to put their evidence in terms that the jury could understand.
This inability to understand key evidence made the evidence essentially useless; even some seasoned lawyers found the scientific testimonies to be incomprehensible. It is reported that the DNA evidence showed that the chance that some of the blood found near the bodies came from anyone but Simpson was 1 in 170 million. The chance that blood found on Simpson’s sock could be from someone other than Nicole Brown was 1 in 21 billion. Blood samples found inside of Simpson’s Bronco, which was discovered outside Simpson’s home the next day, were equally matched to Simpson and both victims. Such evidence should have resulted in an open and shut case by today’s standards but was not made clear enough to understand at the time.
What happened in the trial of O.J. Simpson that led to his acquittal?
The role of the jury is to listen to both sides of the case (prosecutor and defense). The jurors have to unanimously decide guilt or innocence. Whatever the outcome, the jurors must feel that their decision is beyond a reasonable doubt. This was particularly difficult to achieve in this case. Going in, the public were already influenced by Simpson’s likeability and star power as a pro football player and beloved celebrity. Changing that initial perception was going to be tough. While the abundance of evidence certainly provided more than enough to do so, the doubts cast by the sloppy police work were enough of a window
“I didn’t attend the funeral but I sent a note saying that I approved of it.”
Mark Twain
I don't understand how people could think he's innocent after all the evidence.
Cause the leather glove that shrunk from getting wet didn't fit
Right?! Especially after how he's behaved since. ☹️
Race played into it as well.
There are many people on death row that were convicted on far less evidence than that of OJ's.
He was acquitted in the criminal trial ("beyond a reasonable doubt") and adjudicated guilty in the civil trial ("a preponderance of evidence"). Justice was served; just not the way some of you wanted. Remember: Benjamin Franklin said that it was better than ten guilty men go free than one innocent man hang. Otherwise, our judicial process would have been the same as England's.
@7:38 Lou Brown managed the Hertz location at the Ritz Carlton in Dana Point. Just wanted to let that be known so people don't think he got some cushy executive position. He used to bring the rental returns to the gas station I worked at to fill them up with gas often several times a day.
Thought on his family being criticised for overlooking Nicole abuse because Oj provided for them?
it's actually hard to believe it was 30 years ago, seems like yesterday.
My mum was very into the trial, watched every day sky news, I was twelve at time on school holidays, I remember verdict so well😮
Oh my, yes. Seems like last week the verdict was announced. I lost a a rape trial who was black. He was my therapist. Evidence was there. I remember black people cheering.😢
I remember just sitting in cold shock that day!
Thanks! I always enjoy your videos. You keep it real, don't mince words, and own it. Keep up the great work.
You are very kind. Thank you.
With 183k subscribers, I'd say you're not alone in the interest you have in this stuff, you were just smart enough to be able to capitalize on it. Yes, I'm a subscriber too lol.
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My God, that was a weird and awful time. I appreciate your honesty then and now. I hope Nicole and Ron may rest in peace, and that OJ can stand the heat….for eternity.
They were a pair of drug addicts who were killed over an unpaid drug debt. That American mafia you people are so proud of? There were multiple attackers seen leaving the house.
No doubt OJ had a difficult upbringing, and he had health issues that he had to overcome, but he made it big and that was due to his God-given, talent and determination. However, OJ was an abuser. He abused women, and he took advantage of his popularity and fame, most of us really liked him in the 70s and 80s, but we didn’t know him. Nobody knew until after Nicole‘s death just what an awful person he was. I feel like he never had to pay for killing Ron and Nicole and ruining his children’s lives, but maybe now he’s facing his true karma.
I wonder if an autopsy will show that CTE concussion damage
@k2sworld agreed. Karma did take a bite out of that man. He really thought life would just go on as before.
@@ambermchugh9381 I read that his family had refused it.
@@ambermchugh9381That is what I wonder too.we have seen former pro football players that have had violent outbursts and committed murder and suicide. Great insight!
He was a narcissist through and through. Even if he did suffer concussions he was an entitled celeb
Took the Helter Skelter tour back pre-pandemic and that was the highlight of my trip to L.A...! Scott is an awesome guy and I'll always be a big fan!
ME TOO!!
Yeah we all have sinned, but most of us didn't DO what OJ did (and he did it).
But when I heard about him dying, I didn't celebrate or go on Twitter and act like an idiot to say something vengeful or dumb.
The whole incident, the murder, the bronco chase and his trial were sad, grisly, and the chapter on this story can now be closed.
OJ's death doesn't bring back anyone.
The entire story is sad.
That's all I have.
Yeap! Evidence all pointed to him all but leaving his Heisman Trophy at the crime scene. Let's don't forget the 911 calls Nicole made with "him" screaming and threatening her. Wonder why he didn't do something anything at all to look for the "killer".... just saying.
@k2sworld My belief he was guilty had no bearing on whether he did it or not. But I can still have an opinion on whether he slaughtered those innocent people or not.
I stated (and he did it) because I'm Captain Obvious and yes he did it because that's my opinion. It won't change anything. But that won't stop me from voicing my moot opinion. All 3 parties are now dead and nothing will bring them back. It's a sad and tragic story. Let's close the book on it.
@@lawrencefine5020 true thoughts on Oj fall from grace he had everything money and fame but all went away one night of madness
I enjoyed your commentary on this video. I have no doubt that OJ did it. I was in high school and we watched the verdict during class. All of the black students were happy and took it as a victory. I’m sad a lot of it turned into race instead of a double murder.
If you didn't do the tour someone else would have and charged more. The murders are a part of history. Seeing the scene makes it more real than watching it on TV.
I lived right by the crime scene and checked it out while the yellow tape was still up. Blood everywhere…OJ sure carved them poor folk up real good…he was a bad man. Scott, you handle this stuff with the utmost class and respect. This was your true calling in life…👏
ive seen pictures of the crime scene with the bodies there too. it was messy, she had been stabbed/slashed so bad on her neck that her head was almost off.
It was Clarence Darrow who said in his memoir (1932): “I have never killed any one, but I have read some obituary notices with great satisfaction.”
When they announced the verdict, Kardashian looked like he was going to throw up.
Imagine knowing not only that your best friend is a vicious murderer but that you might have gotten him off and now have to act like everything is cool. Or that you just sent your best friend to prison. Very conflicting emotions. I don't envy him. He seemed like a nice enough guy although I can't stand his ex wife and daughters tv show
@@ambermchugh9381 Same here. Can't stand the family but I remember reading he was decent. There is a scene in the FX series where he takes his kids to breakfast and says something like "we are Kardashians, we don't do immoral things for money". Later on he did interviews where he stated he had been friends for years but no longer and he felt he was guilty.
@@RadioLaPrincess Iam very surprised to hear that. I assumed he knew or thought he was guilty. Hysterical quote from the mom who got rich marketing her daughters sex tape.
@@ambermchugh9381 I was too, which is why it stood out to me. But yeah after watching the show I got the feeling he was a decent guy, however I do not feel the same about his family.
I noticed that. He was stunned and upset.
I went on your tour. We had a wonderful time. You were a wonderful tour guide!
My sister saw OJ at her cancer treatment every other friday for the last 5 months. They sat next to each other during chemo treatments. She says he was kind of nice. His eyes were empty though and that bothered her.
Wow….that’s a red flag of 0 empathy
Or knowing your time has come and your life has been destroyed and you're friendless make person dead inside
@@godzillamanstreb524 or depression
Soul less
I hope your sister is doing ok. Wishing her all the best❤
Rest in Peace Ron
And Nicole
Nicoles german mother Juditha passed away - Nov 2020 RIP
I believe he did it and I won't shed a tear over his death.
No one will.
Btw… at the time in LA… EVERYBODY went by the murder scene. So, the criticism was a joke.
A racist jury let him off..
Payback for Rodney King. 9 black jurors out of 12. Hmmmm
@@LibertyStation92106 and a racist cop on the scene that nobody could then trust.. racism breads racism and then everyone suffers 😞
They selected and then took advantage of the stupidity of the black jurors.
@@hanselmansell7555: The same racist cop that helped prove the innocence of Arrick Harris, an "African-American" male who Fuhrman believed had been falsely implicated for murder? That racist cop?
@@marcopolo-xj4yw who? The prosecution? And don't you mean the stupidity of 'the' jurors?
It became such a big story because it was so unbelievable that a famous person could commit such a brutal, Jack the Ripper, bloody type murder. The world is a better place now.
No because She was White. Oj black
The press has no leg to stand on in being judgmental about what grave tours do. The press is the WORST for harassment and getting in the faces and lives of victims and their families and friends. You folks simply drive by scenes, you don't camp on their lawns, go through their garbage, look in their windows, knock on their doors, follow the families around asking stupid questions, etc. The general public is pretty curious, *I* certainly am, that's why I watch your episodes and others about true crime. Keep up the good work, Scott. Thank you for doing what you do.
To quote Clint Eastwood, "he had it coming...we all have it coming." Keep up the great work. The history is great, but nobody gives you a look at the streets of LA like you do. And, as many have said, "the gloves fit now."
Yesterday l watched an old interview with one of OJ's "dream team," maybe Kardashian, who dourly expressed great doubt in their client because of the blood evidence. I thought to myself how did they sleep at night after winning that case?
Side note; Scott, l must say you looked great in that clip!
Look at you Scott! And you’re still here! You have always done a respectful job! You treat everyone on your yours with compassion, kindness, and you make sure that they are never forgotten!! People forget, that’s what Hollywood is about! Telling stories! She died in 1994 he died 2024! 30 years apart and I bet he never confessed to anyone!
Best news I heard all day. Good riddance, he should had gotten the death penality to begin with. I am glad that Ron Goldmans and Nicoles family is rid of this monster.
Me too!!
I was a NYC tour guide with a group of nuns when a Donald Trump’s limo pulled up in front of Trump Tower where we were standing and O.J. and Trump got out. There was a bitter episode where O.J. had a profanity laced incident in front of my elderly nun group. It was the worst incident of my life but the details were horrific! We got to see OJ’s frightening fury first hand!
I'm not surprised at all that Trump and Simpson would be hanging out together.
Oh that pisses me off!! Those reporters were vultures 🤬 I can only imagine you showed that location respect just like you did every other site on your tours. NONE of those vultures could say the same😡
It was news.
Total Slap in the face to Nicole to have her murderers name on her headstone. What A messed up family. Such a discrace.
The documentary I watched, said that Ron Goldman only went to return her glasses that she left at the restaurant . She called and needed them back, and he was the one who offered . The documentary said the affair rumours were unfounded and made up by tabloids . Does anyone know how true this is at all?
He asked to leave the restaurant early, went home to shower and change and then walked to the condo to return the glasses. They were not intimate on that evening.
I heard the same thing. Ron was in the wrong place at the wrong time
God bless the victims 😢🙏🙏
I think he was romantically interested in her. There isn't one thing wrong with that. They were both good looking and single. The glasses being returned was an excuse to see an enchanting woman he met on the job. Unfortunately he ran into a crazy murderer. Isn’t it a shame he didn’t arrive sooner and was able to save her like in the movies?
Ron was gay so no there wasn't a romantic relationship it's the tabloids making that up to sell stories...Never let the truth get in the way of a good story...
Most of us were transfixed by the case and still are. Times have changed, and hopefully so have we, as you demonstrated in this video. Thanks for doing this and for always being so honest and humble.
Everybody Loves to slow down and watch the aftermath of a car wreck don't They.
This was a slaughter by someone's hand....but ok with the edgy comment....
I appreciate that you do what you do. Not everyone who has a curiosity is out to exploit victims or situations. You make this information accessible to us
Scott - You're fine! - Network news should be ashamed!
These places that get a lot of attention, the Simpson scene , menendez, Tate, etc., are always crimes that are unspeakable and so far beyond imagination. Folks are drawn to those particular scenes to maybe come to terms with the fact people are capable of such horrific acts.
one of the weirdest things about the blow by blow case were all the tight knit rich of the Brentwood small community who came out. Remember the guy who lived in the same condos a few doors down from Nicole, he was some sort of producer and the night of the murders he had flown into LAX and he was on his way home when the murders were going on. I remember he said he knew exactly what time it was because he had a weird habit of timing his trip home from LAX. Also the lady who OJ almost ran into blowing through a light in the Bronco. It was such a weird cast of characters.
The fact is Johnny Cochran could not stand Oj Simpson. He took the case because he knew that Ojs initial atorneys were not legator's and they only made deals for pleas. Johnny wanted to milk this case fo his own notoriety
His obit was one I read with a smile.
@@CaseyHarrisSr Me too. I think he died of a brain tumor.
Pretty hypocritical of the press to go after you when, as you said, they were there for the same reason you were: because people wanted to see the crime scene. How much did their ratings go up during their coverage of the case?
The press was mad because every vehicle driving thru with “site seers” blocked their cameras or interrupted their recordings.
Perfect timing Scott. Like many my age (65) I have both loved and dispised OJ. But more concerning is that social media has made so many anonymous assholes.....It's sad
Oh my - after all of these years. Praying that the families finally find closure to their heartaches.
Even if Ron wasn't the guy she was waiting for - it was none of oj's business. They were divorced. She was free to be with whomever she wanted to be with.
I was in a hotel in Munich Germany. We Just got back from a somber tour of the Dachau concentration camp with some of the veterans that actually liberated it. It was a month long tour with WWII veterans.. which my late father had served with. We turned on the tv and saw the Bronco /police chase on CNN International. I cannot believe it has been almost 30 years since then. Scott you were one of many that helped document that time and feeling in L.A. history, and that is a good thing. It happened, and should be remembered👍. P.S. you never go on too long for the people that appreciate history!
"A certain racial demographic" knows he is guilty. They defended him because they considered it payback.
Thanks for your take on this, Scott. I was home with my newborn during the trial, and glued to the tv.
Also, what's that cool spiralled wooden pole in the corner?
A bedpost from Rock Hudson's death bed. Thanks!
Part of why it became such a drama was that they preempted the soap operas and we just watched this real life drama instead. All the networks competing for the most salacious bits
Scott, I’m from and still live in the Greater LA area (Whittier , along the LA/Orange county borders). My family used to go to LA a lot for theater. The Amanson, Pantages, ect. Anyway we would go to the sites too. One afternoon we drove by Mezzaluna, OJ’s house. then Bundy. All during this time frame of the mid 1990’s.
My brother was goin to a private high school in Orange and the day of the Bronco chase, my mom was convinced my brother was on one of the over passes watching the Bronco go by. My mom read all the books. That trial was in our house everyday. My mom who watched it from beginning to end was convinced they were going to acquit him. People who watched the trial tended to feel that way.
You did nothing differently than everyone else did.
One final note. I think it was in 2018-2019 my sister was living in Brentwood. My mom and I visited her. Then we went to eat. Her apartment complex was 3 blocks from the condo where the murders happened. We drove by it then. It’s changed of course. The entrance has been changed and people live there. You can still see it. So ya. I don’t think it’s wrong. People are curious.
I live in Dallas. If I had a dime for every time guests from elsewhere asked me to drive them through Dealey Plaza...
Scott, I think you handle your topic with respect. It was twenty years ago, and I can see your maturity to the situation now. My uncle was murdered and the person who did it died this year, so I look at this differently, but trust me, my family made some black humor cracks when we found out that he was dead.
I’ll support you, Scott Michaels, anytime/anywhere. You do what you do because of curiosity. Humans will always be curious…no “ifs” “ands” or “buts”. Your fan from Santa Barbara, CA😊
Please don't b ashamed bout your opinion Scott. Cuz u r absolutely right that he did it. Let the haters hate u r awesome Scott. In Short. The public wants to hear tragic stories. N want to c where c where it happened. Hope u n your husband r doin great. Thnx for the great info on everything.
great. Thnx for the excellent show
Scott, you have nothing to be ashamed about as far as I'm concerned. Your website and youtube channel are two of the most informative places on the internet which has become very controlled and PC. I just think there is a lot of information we would not normally get without you.
I wouldn't feel bad Scott everyone profited from that who debacle. Perhaps the Goldman's can finally get some money when they sell his house.
Scott you are so informative and accurate in your reporting on a story. I wish more people were like that! You’re not gross you’re not disgusting! That was your job! The news media was sick! Like you said~ you own what you do. You’re a stand up guy. I love listening to you!
As a battered woman in the past this was a slap in the face for us. He was so guilty. I’m sure he will get justice. And might be pleading for ice water.
Imagine being OJ and going to your ex wife's funeral and knowing that you were the one who murdered her but you're at her funeral. Talk about surreal.
It always baffled me why they never questioned the fitting of the glove. The plastic gloves made them not fit correctly. But not one person ever mentioned it. I know the reason for the plastic gloves.
You have a business because people want to see this stuff. I love graveyards and these kinds of tours. You are always respectful. I love how the news people were questioning you but they were there more than you were. Well, it is done and OJ is no more. I think poor Ron Goldman was just in the wrong place at the wrong time. RIP to the victims.
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It always bothered me, that no one considered calling in a leather expert, to explain, how leather can "shrink" when saturated with liquid... blood or water... of course they no longer fit by then. That was a missed opportunity by the prosecution.... so I ask again, Where was the questioning, testimony or affidavit of a leather expert?????
Exactly what i have always said. Also, he slayed his fingers out OVER rubber gloves
You're saying 'both' of the gloves found in two different places SHRUNK that much🤨! The prosecution 'probably' DID consult a leather Expert, so, guess WHY they 'DIDN'T' call a leather expert as a 'witness'??? Does every owner of gloves have to replace them when they get Wet!? Because they 'Won't' fit the owner???🤔✊🏿💯✊🏿
@@davidwicks9538 If you recall the trial, when they gave him the gloves to put on, he splayed out his hands, and that with the shrinkage, no wonder they didn't fit properly, AND he wore latex gloves as well, which would also throw off the fit of the glove but his hand did get into the glove. I have experience working leather... and yes, two different gloves can shrink the same if they were both wet. But, most of all, the gloves didn't have to fit perfectly... as it was a crime of passion, he probably grabbed the first pair of gloves he found. He did it, without question... and I will NOT miss him.
@LadyDragonsblood Now, he grabbed the first pair of gloves he could find, annnd... a 🔪 that hasn't been found, left his home to kill Nicole; I guess he would pick a pair of "leather" gloves with No lining, out of his Vast collection of gloves to assure they wouldn't fit with latex gloves on, if caught...Right! The prosecution, You recall, choose this demonstration...???? Are 'YOU' an adult?? Do You realize how 'Ignit' you sound???✊🏿💯✊🏿
I was on the grave line tour on June 13th, the day the news was breaking. Had no idea what was going on until we got back to our hotel and turned on the news.
It broke on the 13th? There were a lot of 9's, 13's and 33's surrounding the OJ situation...
Love you Scott. You don't do the crimes, you just give the info we all want to know. That's what you do, and you do it the best. 🥰
This is the first post I've watched on this and the last. I am apathetic about his death other than I hope it brings some emotional relief to the Brown and Goldman families.
I appreciate you choosing mine. I agree about the families.
On your tour we went by Gretna Green. It looked a lot different than when Nicole lived there. We didn’t go see the house on Rockingham
At that point we couldn't. They sealed off the streets for blocks. They had police stationed in front of Bundy and pulled people over for even touching their brakes, claiming they were impeding traffic. Which they were.
I didn't know you were associated with Grave Line Tours!!! I wanted to go on that one of the many times I visited Hollywood with my husband, who was from LA, but never got to.
The hearses were not air-conditioned. A summer fact people forgot. But they sure looked good.
@@DearlyDepartedTours well, we usually came in April so the weather conditions were very good!! ☺️
when you soak leather with any liquid it will shrink. plus oj had medical gloves on and did not take his meds for rheumatoid arthritis so his hands swelled. so the gloves obviously would not fit. it was all orchestrated.
Hey Scott I've mentioned it before but I am originally from Orange County California and crazy story is my ex-husband went psycho on me and he got physical and I left him and it was June 12, 1994 (same day OJ killed Nicole) I moved with my kids to Mission Viejo California and I started working at Albertsons. I had a lot of family with Albertson's and I ended up working with one of Nicole Simpson's sister Tonya's high school friends. And she told me that everybody in the family knew he did it there was no doubt about it that he did it. Oh and I almost forgot my kids and I ended up moving over to Lake Forest California which is just the next town over and right around the corner was the cemetery where Nicole is buried and every time I would drive by it would just give me chills and I would just feel so bad for her and her kids and I just thank God every day that I left my ex-husband because who knows what could've ended up happening to me
I always wanted to do a Grave Line Tour. I would still love to do a tour with you the next time I’m in the area. OJ lived longer than he should have.
I was anxious to see your thoughts. I personally think he did it. Hands down. Thank you Scott!!
I really like how you put things. Truthfully!! You are doing your tour and the reporters did the exact same thing day in and day out. Only difference, they were playing for ratings. You were doing a job you'd been doing for years before this happened. They were doing it for ratings. You're straight up Scott and I appreciate you!!
Feel lucky to have taken the Dearly Departed tour with you when I lived in LA and got to see the house... it is very very creepy, such a heavy energy. Huge fan of your work Scott!
man i watched almost every minute of that trial. out of school in high school for the summer. Thanks for all the great content Scott - Darek
My dermatologist was across the street from the restaurant and I drove down Bundy to see the place. I was struck by how tiny the muder area was. I also took your Helter Skelter tour. We are witnesses to history.
Grreat Vlog Scott Micheals & Well said…I think your contribution in LA was valid and important. The Media did call this ‘The Trial of the Century’ in London, England in White Chapel, there are Tours to this day about the Horrific Murders Jack the Ripper Committed on Innocent Victims… OJ Simpson had it All & Lived The ‘American Dream’ and when he let his Anger & Rage take Complete Hold of him…He Lost Everything…This Crime on June 12,1994 was as Unspeakable & Horrific as The Manson Murders of 1969. The Nation was Absolutely Riveted. Ron Goldmans Dad had the Most Incredibly Poignant Comment on the death of OJ Simpson. Such a Beautiful Young Man as Handsome as Paul Newman or Brad Pitt…Butchered, Murdered Senselessly for Nothing but a Narcissists Fragile Ego. GOD BLESS the Families of All those Who have been Senselessly Murdered & Taken by Evil.
I echo your sentiments exactly, Scott. I did not participate with the celebratory type posts I saw all over social media, because I also thought it was gross to do it. I also agree that O.J. did it, though at the time of the murders I didn’t want to believe it because I grew up when O.J. was in his heyday in the 70s and 80s. He was a sort of mini hero of mine. After watching the trial on TV, I still wasn’t sure because the prosecution seriously bungled the case and the L.A.P.D. weren’t exactly the most exemplary of reputation in light of the Rodney King trial and the mounting accusations of prejudice going back decades. I do believe they were treated as persona non grata because of all that and also the accusations against Mark Fuhrman just meant the probability of conviction was zero. It was a wild time and I can’t we’re here 30 years later and still talking about it.
Nicole's murder happened on my 35th birthday, she just turned 35 the month before. It's just a very sad situation all the way around.
My moms bday is June 12th too, she turned 39 that day
I had a friend who went to the same school that Ronald Goldman went to
and she remembered him as a nice person and the girls all had a crush on him.
I can’t remember why we ended up talking about him but
I will always remember what she said about.
I was hoping you'd say something x great to see you as always Scott x lots of love ❤
Recently I happened to watch a more historical account of Simpson, especially his earlier life. I am writing this for the bare handful of people who think he is innocent, and the ones that think his son did it.
As a troubled youth, he used to look forward to the weekends when he could beat up people "who deserved it", and Simpson did not consider it a real weekend if no beatings occurred. This discounts later excuses of the head injuries that likely occurred during the football career. He had committed domestic violence against his first wife. Either in the case of the first wife, or the second (Nicole), or both, strangulation was reported. Strangulation in DV cases automatically makes the perpetrator a high risk of committing homicide. Throughout the marriage and after separation to Nicole, he threatened to kill her. There were other bits and pieces that made me suspect he could be a psychopath (particularly beating people up for fun as a teen, that is textbook). Certainly some of his responses and behaviours afterward were not 'normal'. The 'If I did it' book was a bizarre thing to do, although it was clear the motivation was money, that 'Dream Team' came with a big price tag.
There was a reasonable body of evidence against him. I suspect he had help in disposing of the clothes and knife by unknown person. I have read many comments reminding me of some evidence, I will add another, blood was found in his shower drain. No matter how solid the case was against him, three main factors ensured he would not be found guilty. The first, so soon after the Rodney King riots, racial tension was high. The LAPD (eg Fuhrman) and their racism. And finally, OJ still had a very beloved status with the public. A guilty verdict was never going to happen. At least his life was pretty much ruined afterward. That he had to live out 30 years of ruined life, is at least some punishment.
From the East coast. Been there! Did that! Scott’s been the GOAT forever!
Right after OJ's acquittal, my daughter and I had occasion to visit LA. We drove by the murder house and then his home on Rockingham, just to see how long it took. We were sure he did it anyhow, but making that drive was eerie. People were standing outside Simpson's home with a large banner stating "Justice is dead, murderer is free." Made it so real. As crime buffs, years later my daughters and I have taken some of Scott's tours and appreciated what he does. I believe it was in August of 2009 that we went to dinner at El Coyote with Scott and many others on the anniversary of the Tate murders. Thanks for what you do Scott.
If 'You' drove the route from Nicoles residence, the murder scene, to OJs house, how long (in minutes) did it take? Assuming "YOU" took the correct route!! "YOU'RE SURE he did it! RIGHT??? ... After "YOUR" research, DO You find it peculiar, that NOBODY saw 👀OJ coming or returning🤨!?!??? Especially when/or "IF" he crossed San Vincente Bl.!! *TWICE* 🤔...Jis' Sayin'... ✊🏿💯✊🏿
I saw an interview Thursday on Nancy Grace with Keith Zlomsowitch. He was involved with Nicole at the time of her death. He owned the restaurant, Mezzaluna, where Ron Goldman worked.
I guarantee OJ thought that's who Ron Goldman was or assumed Ron was there to see Nicole and made his move
Hi Scott.Thank you for the video.Please remind people to hug their family and tell them you love them for you never know if it will be the last time you can do that.☺️❤️
Your content is comfortingly honest and still intelligent and habitually fair🎉thx
I was involved in a case in the courthouse down town when the OJ trial was going on. We had to walk through the madness outside to get into the building. It was wild.
Overall tragedy.
Nothing at all to be sorry for. I'm glad you do what you do. Much appreciated.
I don’t even think Ron was having an affair he was outside the house
Don’t you ever ever feel bad for what you did you you did the right thing love your channel and love everything. You do hold your head up high honey.
This was really well said
At the time of the killings I lived off San Vicente in Brentwood. The number of visitors to the neighborhood was shocking and when I overheard one driver with out-of-state plates telling another driver with out-of-state plates where Rockingham Drive was (I vaguely knew where it was) I realized that there was intense interest in the case. After seeing the grave line tours hearse, friends and I booked a tour and we did a few other tours with Scott and visited the museum. 😄
Simpson was an incredible, talented football player, just amazing. And then he was in some movies, and was handsome, charming, and funny. We saw SO many of his car rental ads, in which he ran and swerved and leaped gracefully over luggage. He was a superstar: my family loved him. That's why, it was SO mind-blowing, watching the car chase down the freeway, hearing the news talk about the brutal murders. No wonder people were obsessed! I was working two jobs, so didn't see a lot of the trial, but my mom would watch and give me a encapsulated version. What I remember vividly are the dancing Judge Itos on Leno. Circus is right. I understand why the families wanted him to pay in SOME way, any way. You were a young guy, scrambling to build your business. I don't see it as morbid or bad. I think the news media is pretty hypocritical, with their finger-waggling. Definitely was a strange, tragic time. Truth is stranger than fiction, sometimes.
Fascinating video! I think that you and I are about the same age. My son, who is a senior in high school, was in one of his classes, and his teacher began talking about OJ Simpson's passing the day before.
The teacher is about our age. He said that he overheard some students talking about OJ Simpson the day before. He couldn't understand why these 'kids' would be talking about OJ. Later in the day, he saw in the news that OJ had died. He said, "Oh, I get it now." 😅