Puzey trial on hold

I just received information that the Government of Benin has decided that there is not enough information and evidence to bring the Kate Puzey murder case to trial. The American ambassador and Director Williams are both "highly disappointed and concerned" and will continue to urge the government to reconsider. Apparently they are requesting the FBI and the government of Benin to work together to re-open the investigation. The Peace Corps told the Puzeys that they will continue to press for justice and that the suspects will remain incarcerated until the government of Benin decides what to do next.

I am extremely disappointed and frustrated by this determination. This is just another example of the cultural differences between the two justice systems in our countries. I am however, pleased at the relative transparency of this recent development on the part of the Benin administration , as this was shared with us via text message this afternoon.

I have no idea what the next steps are going to be and I am just constantly disappointed in the Peace Corps and Benin in the handling of this situation. I wish all the best to the Puzey family in coping with these issues as well. I know my family would never stop fighting either.