{"id":7750,"date":"2013-09-11T02:09:44","date_gmt":"2013-09-11T06:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/verastic.com\/?p=7750"},"modified":"2013-09-10T21:19:04","modified_gmt":"2013-09-11T01:19:04","slug":"man-confesses-killing-man-youtube","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verastic.com\/site\/social\/man-confesses-killing-man-youtube.html","title":{"rendered":"Man Confesses To Killing A Man On YouTube"},"content":{"rendered":"

I first heard the news on Friday, and I apologize for not blogging about it sooner. Matthew Cordle, 22 admitted in a YouTube video posted on because I said I would<\/strong><\/a> that he killed Vincent Canzani, 61 while driving drunk on June 22nd of this year. It was a hit and run, and as of the time of the confession – recorded September 3rd 2013 and posted on September 5th 2013 – he had not been charged.<\/p>\n

The video starts off with Matthew’s face blurred and his voice distorted, where he explains what happened that night, and how he had a drinking problem. Eventually, the effects come off and you see his face and hear his voice. He admits that doing this video would give the prosecutors everything they need to put him away for a long time, but he is ready to face the consequences.<\/p>\n

Since releasing the video, he has been arrested (on Monday, September 11th) and charged with aggravated vehicular homicide and faces up to eight and half years in prison. His mother, Kari, posted a Facebook message saying, “I am posting this video to support my son in his goal to get out his sincere and powerful message to never drink and drive. I am proud of his courage & strength to see this through. Thank you son.”<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Matthew<\/a>

Matthew Cordle, Face Blurred<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Matthew<\/a>

Matthew Cordle, Face Shown<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Vincent<\/a>

Vincent Canzani, 61, Victim of Matthew Cordle<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Matthew<\/a>

Matthew Cordle Being Arrested<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Matthew<\/a>

Matthew Cordle & His Mother, Kari<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"Matthew<\/a>

Matthew Cordle, Promise Card<\/p><\/div>\n

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It’s unfortunate that Vincent Canzani is permanently dead, and itt’s unfortunate that this confession cannot bring him back and undo the damage. His family and friends will forever have to live without him. But I sincerely applaud Matthew Cordle for stepping up and taking responsibility for his actions. He is no hero, but for coming out and claiming full responsibility (even when the officers did not know) is praise-worthy. His mother has raised a good son, and I pray that the Judge and jury tempers justice with mercy.<\/p>\n

I cannot tell you honestly that if I were in Matthew’s shoes, I would have the courage and moral conviction to turn myself in. I can only pray that I never, ever have to face this kind of situation. I pray that God gives Vincent Canzani’s friends and family the fortitude to bear this loss. \u00a0I pray that his death isn’t in vain, and that people – myself included – may learn a lesson from this. It can happen to anyone.<\/p>\n

Let’s not drink and drive. It’s dangerous for everyone. You have to remember that drinking and driving puts everyone at risk – both drunk and sober. Let us all be careful, please.<\/p>\n