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June 28, 2006

Detective's widow gives thanks for 'justice for Jimmy'

PROVIDENCE -- The widow of slain police Detective Sgt. James L. Allen issued a statement of gratitude late this afternoon to many of those involved in what she called bringing "justice to Jimmy."

Marguerite Allen's remarks came about 24 hours after a jury convicted Esteban Carpio of her husband's murder at Providence police headquarters last year, rejecting Carpio's insanity defense.

Marguerite Allen said that she is indebted to the men and women of the jury "who recognized the truth and acted on it."

She acknowledged staff of the state Attorney General's Office, which prosecuted the case, Police Department members, the mayor of Providence and family and friends.

"But most of all, I am thankful to God," she said, "whose presence and protection I have never doubted.

"I miss Jimmy every day, his face, his laugh, his love," the mother of two daughters continued. "He was a loving husband and a great father. May he now rest in peace."

Read today's Journal story about the verdict, find photos and coverage of the trial and Allen's shooting.

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