"Marine Corps: Lance Corporal Cardwell to face military trial"

2015-10-02T15:59:46-04:00

From: KYMA

The Marine Corps says there is enough evidence to bring Lance Corporal Jared Cardwell to military trial. Cardwell is charged with murder, and a charge of negligence in the death of his 22-month old daughter Celine Matus. Matus was found dead on base at MCAS Yuma on May 19th, Cardwell was arrested three days later.

“I just want to ask him why, ask him why he did,” Alba Matus, Celine’s Paternal Grandmother said.

The decision to bring Cardwell to military court, otherwise known as a court martial, comes after a preliminary hearing which was held at MCAS Miramar in San Diego September 14th.

In that initial hearing evidence from both sides was presented, the cause of death was also determined. Dr. Gregory Hess out of Pima County performed the autopsy. Hess testified the toddler died from blunt force trauma to the head. He also added there were bruises all over her body, and chemical burns on her face.

The doctor who treated Celine at YRMC says he believes Celine had been dead for up to 12 hours before receiving any sort of medical attention.

The Marine Corps says Cardwell should be in court within the next three months.

The marine corps says should Cardwell be found innocent, his life will return to normal. “If he is found guilty, then he could spend the rest of his life in a military brig,” Colonel Daren Margolin, a staff Judge Advocate said.

The family says the decision to bring Cardwell to Court Martial, is a small victory for them and Celine.

“I have been fighting and fighting for justice, and it feels like now I am finally being heard,” Matus said.

Cardwell has not entered a plea.

http://www.kyma.com/marine-corps-lance-corporal-cardwell-to-face-military-trial/

Marine Corps: Lance Corporal Cardwell to face military trial

YUMA, Ariz. - The Marine Corps says there is enough evidence to bring Lance Corporal Jared Cardwell to military trial. Cardwell is charged with murder, and a charge of negligence in the death of his 2

Response by 1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 2 at 2015 4:14 PM

2015-10-02T16:14:16-04:00

Not really sure why this was posted. While it is military due to the service member and it being referred to courts martial, I am not sure where this social networking discussion will lead. But I am sure no where good.

Response by Cpl James Waycasie made Oct 2 at 2015 6:33 PM

2015-10-02T18:33:37-04:00

The death of a child is heart wrenching. Prayers to the family.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 2 at 2015 9:00 PM

2015-10-02T21:00:30-04:00

I don't understand how these things happen.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2015 8:54 AM

2015-10-05T08:54:33-04:00

I'm disappointed this is being handled in a court martial. Should he be found guilty, I'd prefer it be in a court in a state that had the death penalty. Yes, the military still had it in the books, but precedent says the prosecutor won't seek it.

Response by SSG John Sundberg made Oct 5 at 2015 9:14 AM

2015-10-05T09:14:29-04:00

If guilty, this is murder of a defenseless civilian. Even worse, that it is his own child. I would hope he feels remorse. Again, the CHILD was dead 12 hours before he sought help.

Response by LCpl Ash Carson made Oct 6 at 2015 3:12 AM

2015-10-06T03:12:32-04:00

That is really sad. Prayers for the family

Response by PO1 John Miller made Oct 6 at 2015 8:59 AM

2015-10-06T08:59:40-04:00

I will wait to see what Cardwell's side of the story is.

Response by Gerrie Johnson made Jan 2 at 2019 3:43 AM

2019-01-02T03:43:38-05:00

He is covering out of love to young to know better You want justice For Baby Celine it is not in the prosecution of Jared he loved that Baby girl. more than some biological Parent...