He was crying like a baby, because he said he hadn’t seen a dog in over 50 years,” Colby recalled. “He said, ‘I miss my dog so much.’”
Colby said that Sirhan told him about the dog he had as a child. He recounted how Sirhan told him, “‘I would play with him for hours. He would follow me to school, and when I came home, he would be there wagging his tail. I miss him so much.’”
Colby’s experience with these notorious inmates has led him to believe that even those who have committed the most heinous acts are capable of change and rehabilitation.
“I feel that the brothers’ and Sirhan Sirhan’s actions behind bars show that they have the capacity to change,” Colby said. “It’s a powerful reminder of the potential for redemption and transformation in all of us, no matter what we’ve done.”
Colby hopes that his advocacy for the Menendez brothers and other inmates will shed light on the importance of rehabilitation and second chances within the criminal justice system.
“The work I’ve done with these inmates has shown me that everyone deserves a chance at redemption,” Colby said. “We must not forget the humanity within those who have committed crimes, and we must provide them with the tools and support they need to turn their lives around.”
As the parole hearings for Lyle and Erik Menendez approach, Colby remains hopeful that they will be given a second chance at life outside of prison.
“I believe that they have shown remorse and a dedication to making a positive impact on others,” Colby said. “I hope that the parole board and Governor Newsom will see the potential for redemption in these two men and allow them the opportunity to prove that they can be productive members of society once again.”
Colby’s work with the Menendez brothers and other inmates serves as a testament to the power of compassion, empathy, and second chances in the criminal justice system. Through his efforts, he has shown that even the most hardened criminals are capable of change and rehabilitation with the right support and guidance.
As the parole hearings draw near, the fate of Lyle and Erik Menendez hangs in the balance. Only time will tell if they will be granted parole and given a chance to start anew outside of prison walls.
