Wendys Massacre Suspect Says Confession Was Unlawful

"It is normal for a criminal facing the death penalty to try to lessen his sentence through litigation and appeals," said Queens District Attorney spokesperson Mary DeBourbon. "We are going to continue to fight the defense lawyers claims and sentencing will continue as scheduled."
According to one of the victims family members, Taylor will not be able to avoid death.
"I attended the meetings, along with many of the family and friends of the victims and we all agree that this is a cop-out and Taylor is just trying to avoid the consequences of his actions," said Benjamin Nazario, brother of the slain Ramon Nazario. "We are all still pushing for capital punishment and are confidant that the courts will realize that this is just a last minute plea to avoid death."
Prosecutors say Taylor waived his right to an attorney when he confessed to the crime. They insist he received every right he was entitled to and the police acted lawfully.
Last week, a Queens grand jury indicted Taylor with the murder of Anita Smith, one of five Wendys workers killed in the basement of the fast food restaurant last summer.
The victims were bound, gagged and shot execution-style.Two others were injured, but survived the ordeal.
Craig Godineaux pleaded guilty in February to the murders and was sentenced to life in prison without parole. John Taylor is set to receive sentencing next month. He could face the death penalty.