5-19-26 *INTERVIEW* George Brauchler on Gov Polis' Sentence Commutation of Brandin Kreuzer

In a shocking move, Colorado Governor Jared Polis granted clemency to Brandon Kreutzer, a man who was convicted of a crime spree that included multiple burglaries, armed robbery, and a high-speed chase where he and his co-defendant took shots at police officers. One of the bullets hit a deputy's windshield, while the other struck the deputy, who miraculously survived. This episode delves into the details of Kreutzer's case and the governor's decision to commute his sentence. The District Attorney of the 23rd Judicial District, George Brauchler, joins the conversation to share his perspective on the matter. He explains that Kreutzer's co-defendant, received a 45-year sentence, while Kreutzer himself was given 50 years. Brauchler expresses his outrage over the governor's decision, citing several inaccuracies in the justification provided. Brauchler points out that the governor's office based their decision on incorrect information, including a claim that Maudy was six months younger than Kreutzer, which is actually true, but the implication that Maudy received a lighter sentence is false. He also highlights the governor's lack of understanding of the criminal justice system and the laws that govern it. Tune in to this episode to hear the full conversation and learn more about the complexities of the case and the governor's decision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.