If it makes me no better, then so be it

[Highlander]

If and when Mark Bridger is found guilty of the murder of this beautiful little girl, then my wish would be that he is put to death but only after someone has devised a method of him suffering the same agonies that he has put her parents through by not revealing where her body lies.

[Rimms]

The emerging details are horrendous, however even though he admits he probably killed her and doesn't dispute her blood and bone fragments have been found in his house, he still denies all charges putting the poor parents through further turmoil.

[Bluwise]

As agonising as it is, I just can't agree with taking a life as a penalty.  A life sentence (and I mean life) with severe conditions and punishment seems right to me. As a parent, I would want to rip his head off but in fact, would not be capable of inflicting severe violence on anyone.  That's the difference between 'us' and animals like him surely?

[Jacqui Harvey]

I think we know what happened to her body. However, I am with Bluewise. I would not want the death sentence.   I would put him in prison for life which means life.  I think years of imprisonment is better than a death sentence.  Looked a Ian Brady, he wants to die and the authorities will not let him..

[Highlander]

Even more reason for disposing of Mark Bridger, Jacqui.

Bluwise, and others of the same opinion, can you try and explain why you cannot agree with the death penalty.

I would far rather have a referendum on the death penalty than Scottish Independence but that's another issue.

[Scunner]

How many people who commit murder end up turning the gun on themselves? Why do you think they do that? Because they can't bear the thought of the alternative.

So, the alternative it is. No quick release from their actions.

[Highlander]

But Mark Bridger is still with us and so presumably can bear the alternative.

Obscenely in my opinion, trying to mitigate his actions is even more reason for passing the death sentence.

[Scunner]

There are two types - the ones who are surrounded and the ones who think they might just get away with it. The latter rarely get the chance to terminate themselves.

[Anne]

My son is a project manager for a very large building contractor and was in charge of building the new Low Moss prison here in Scotland. 
Cells are kitted out with en suite facilities, 50" wall mounted TV's, play stations etc.  Yes, give them life, a life of luxury and three square meals a day whilst we pay for it.
Hang 'em high!!!

[Highlander]

There are two types - the ones who are surrounded and the ones who think they might just get away with it. The latter rarely get the chance to terminate themselves.

My view, without prejudging the outcome of the trial, is that Mr Bridger tried, and continues to try and get away with it.

That being the case I am perfectly happy for the State to facilitate his termination.