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Craigslist Murder Suspect on Suicide Watch

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(Newser) – Accused “Craigslist killer” Philip Markoff has been placed on suicide watch after his Boston jailers found evidence he had tried to hang himself, ABC News reports. “Shoelace marks were found on his neck,” a corrections official said. Markoff has been moved from the general population to a closely watched segregated unit. “I am deeply concerned for Philip's well being,” his lawyer said.

The lawyer did not comment on the suicide attempt. He expressed “complete faith that the sheriff's office will take care of" his client. Meanwhile, Markoff’s fiancée is standing by him. “She’s still confident in Phil,” Megan McAllister’s father told the Herald. “Other than that we’re saying a lot of prayers.” He would not say if the couple’s August wedding is still on.

The R.G. Ortiz Funeral Home where the wake of 26-year-old Julissa Brisman was held yesterday.
The R.G. Ortiz Funeral Home where the wake of 26-year-old Julissa Brisman was held yesterday.   (AP Photo)
Daniel F. Conley, Suffolk County District Attorney, talks about accused killer Philip Markoff.
Daniel F. Conley, Suffolk County District Attorney, talks about accused killer Philip Markoff.   (AP Photo)
Hector Brisman, father of slain masseuse Julissa Brisman.
Hector Brisman, father of slain masseuse Julissa Brisman.   (AP Photo)
Boston University medical student Philip Markoff.
Boston University medical student Philip Markoff.   (AP Photo)
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gmo
Apr 23, 09 3:01 PM CDT
Spellcheck the article before you post! "hims client", should be "his client". Reply
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Caps
Apr 23, 09 3:05 PM CDT
Go ahead and let him. Save the taxpayers money. Reply
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BrittanyM
Apr 23, 09 4:07 PM CDT
I second that.
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anchower
Apr 23, 09 4:35 PM CDT
Third.
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jenna
Apr 23, 09 4:08 PM CDT
Let him have the panties back. Maybe they'll work better. Reply
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