Recently released interrogation videos from 2022 reveal Richard Allen, convicted of the 2017 murders of two girls in Delphi, Indiana, adamantly denying his involvement during questioning by officials and his wife. In December 2024, an Indiana judge sentenced Allen to a maximum of 130 years in prison for the homicides of 13-year-old Abigail “Abby” Williams and 14-year-old Liberty “Libby” German, who were found brutally murdered the day after disappearing from the High Monon Trail. Allen’s case shocked the local community, especially since he had been a familiar face in the area as a long-time employee at a local CVS.
During the October 2022 interrogation, Allen expressed frustration at the investigators’ insinuation of his guilt, repeatedly asserting, “I’m not going to be somebody’s fall guy.” He maintained a lighthearted demeanor at first, but his mood shifted as the questioning progressed. His name had initially been overlooked in the case due to a clerical error, despite his proximity to the crime scene on the day the girls went missing. The tension mounted as Allen attempted to assert his innocence, voicing concerns about the police’s interest in searching his personal belongings, stating he didn’t want his private life scrutinized more than necessary.
The culmination of evidence against Allen emerged when police linked a gun found at his home to bullets discovered at the crime scene. In the interrogation videos, Allen expressed disbelief that a bullet from his gun could end up at the murder site. His insistence on innocence seemed out of place against the backdrop of mounting forensic evidence. Despite this, Allen tried to reinforce his innocence, highlighting a perceived disconnect between the evidence presented by investigators and his personal knowledge of the situation.
In a separate video, Allen conversed with his wife, once again denying any wrongdoing. He challenged the logic of the police linking his gun to the crime, stating emphatically, “I didn’t murder anybody.” His repeated assurances of innocence underscored a desperate attempt to convey trust to his wife while grappling with the implications and weight of the accusations against him. Furthermore, he alleged that authorities were seeking a scapegoat rather than pursuing legitimate leads.
A significant aspect of the trial revolved around incriminating evidence, including a video recorded by Libby just minutes before they vanished. The footage captured an unidentified man, dubbed “Bridge Guy,” ordering the girls to go down the hill. Witness testimonials and the recovery of clothing resembling that worn by the man in the video further solidified the prosecution’s claim that Allen was the perpetrator. In addition, Allen’s own admissions during multiple jailhouse confessions contradicted his claims of innocence, revealing possible motives driven by desire and fear.
Finally, investigators executed a search warrant at Allen’s residence in October 2022, leading to the discovery of crucial evidence such as a blue Carhartt jacket and a .40-caliber handgun matching the caliber of the unspent bullet found at the crime scene. This collection of evidence painted a troubling picture of Allen’s guilt, affirming the prosecution’s stance and culminating in his conviction. Ultimately, the case has not only haunted the Delphi community but also sparked discussions around justice, accountability, and the intricacies of the criminal justice system.
