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Posted: 3:08 PM Jul 28, 2008
Hockman in Court
Harrisonburg, Va. A woman accused of shooting and killing a man over the weekend made her first appearance in court Monday.
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Posted by: Dory
Location: Frederick
on Aug 4, 2008 at 09:19 PM
Donna Always 'edgy' & 'passionate' Premeditated clearly. But why no Protective Order ? Belief that it wouldn't have helped ? If Truly Protecting...Then I can get 100% behind that. Heres the thing...I never saw you as'Indirect'. You were 'Direct' to a ..fault.' You were 'out there' with how you felt/what you wanted. Fact that you shot him in the back leads me to believe you were Afraid. You were afraid of Very Very Little in my estimation. Either way -Forgiveness by a world that finds compassion and forgiveness very hard to Give is really needed. Truly there Are only 2 judges: Ourselves and God. Which Judge is Hardest? I wish you Peace either way. Innocent Children-Deserve Better. I've already sent Prayers for G R A C E from the Seen and Unseen Angels for Them.
Posted by: whoever
Location: Harrisonburg
on Aug 4, 2008 at 04:47 PM
For all you people who say she's innocent, she might be innocent of murder, but she is guilty of shooting and killing no matter how you put it. This great citizen she is supposed to be and you are trying to portray, whatever, don't try protecting the guilty because no matter what, she pulled the trigger 5 times
Posted by: dont know do ya
Location: woodstock
on Aug 4, 2008 at 02:25 PM
i hope she rotts in jail. i knew him and no matter what he had done to her she didn't have to take the law into her own hands! she took the cowardly way out and shot him in the back when he couldn't defend himself. And for all of you who are talking bad of him you have no right he aint here to defend himself bc she took him away from everyone he loved and that loved him. he had his prblems no different then you or i and he had feelings too. He was human and God will take care of her. If she gets the death penalty GOOD! but my opinion eye for and eye would be whats right. everyone including her knows she's guilty so she might as well give up the good girl act and take responsibility for her actions. Aint no way self defense is a possibility she shot him in the back he didn't even see it coming. Shooting once to wound is selfdefense not unloading in someones back. people grow up and let his family and friends have some peace without you bad mouthing him. He's dead! r.i.p dustin
Posted by: ?
Location: va
on Aug 4, 2008 at 12:58 PM
Donna worked for me and I knew her quite well. Yes her bf did hit her numerous times and all. Is shooting him 5 times in the back justice? Maybe. But she did buy the pistol two days before she shot him so it does seem she planned this out. Once he hit her the first time she should have pushed him away and pressed charges not taken him back like many women do. But this case does not seem like self defense, it does seem pretty premeditated. My prayers are with the children and also with both families.........
Posted by: Anonymous
on Aug 3, 2008 at 09:41 PM
Hey Andrea from Luray...If you think that someone deserves to be shot in the back of the head 5 TIMES because they physically abused someone, you have just as many issues as the bat who shot him. I don't care how wonderful she made her self out to be, if you have it in you to shoot someone 5 TIMES in the back of the head you OBVIOUSLY have a demon in your soul!!! Not to mention the 4 little angles that have to go through life without a father. There is no excuse...none. period!
Posted by: Issues
Location: Valley
on Aug 2, 2008 at 10:40 AM
Everyone has a opinion!! The fact is she is in jail or other wise she would be out if state didnt feel that she did something againt the law!!
Posted by: Aquantence
Location: Valley
on Aug 1, 2008 at 06:40 PM
Is it fact that he beat her? It is my understanding that the police were never called for domestic violence. I'm not sugesting he didn't, just clarifying. I knew Donna briefly and found her to be a bit unreasonable. I never knew she was capable of killing. My heart goes out to the children who definately didn't deserve this.
Posted by: mom of two
Location: shen county, va
on Jul 31, 2008 at 05:32 PM
Your prayers are with me Stout Stanley family. NO one deserves to die like that. If she was getting beat...then why didnt she leave him?? No, she had to make a decision that she thought it would be alot better. Where is she now?? JAIL!! away from her children and family. i can only imagine what her children and dustins children are going through. If she was thinking about her children she wouldnt have done what she done. Now she in jail away from her children. Dustin can watch over his family and four kids through the clear or rainy sky. She is watching her children through the clear glass (and i feel bad for them). And she deserves to be there. For someone to do this to someone, it take guts. She has no feelings for anyone. If she did....this wouldnt of never happened. People have their faults. But no faults should lead to this. Life is a precious gift, and she took that from Dustin's loved ones. and it was very wrong. DUSTIN, YOU DIDNT DESERVE THIS!
Posted by: Friend to Dustin and Family
Location: Harrisonburg
on Jul 31, 2008 at 04:02 AM
Dustin was a good guy. He had flaws like all of us, but he was still a good guy. Someone thought it was their decision to play God and thats not right. I dont know the full details of what really happened that day, but it really doesnt matter because reguardless Dustin is gone. Now his 4 children have to live life without their daddy. Those kids loved their daddy and knew that he loved them. Who is she to decide that its his time to go. He was the glue that held everyone together and I know it will be hard for his loving family to heal from this one. Self defense you dont shot someone in the back for one, and 5 times!? She knew what she was doing. She took a young mans life because she was selfish. I hope justice is served! He didnt deserve that, he was MURDERED, not shot in self defense! Dustin you will be greatly missed by MANY, you were a good friend to alot of people, and loved by many more. R.I.P. Dustin Stanley you will never be forgotten.
Posted by: questions
on Jul 30, 2008 at 08:14 PM
What did the victim supposedly do to her and her children? How long we they together? Did they have children together? They are several people who are not local that can only read about this story please keep us updated. To all person effected by this tragedy please remember that God will hold a part in healing you, but it will take time.
Posted by: Mother of a 22 year old son
on Jul 30, 2008 at 06:43 PM
I am in NO WAY justifying the events of that day. I know Dustin’s records and the things he has done in his past. We should not forget those things. I know the woman that has his twin girls. She had no easy life with him. We can’t just pretend that the things from his past never happened. We were not there the day this happened and we have no real clue what caused this event to take place; nor do we know what transpired in the days prior to this event. All we know is that someone dear to many is dead by the hand of another human being. All I am saying is that we don’t know all the circumstances. I am sure she regrets what she has done? I am sure it plays through her mind a thousand times a day? I am sure if she could take it back she would. We need ALL the facts in order to make a sound decision. I’m sorry for the loss of this young man. I am especially sad for this boys grandmother. God Bless the Stout Stanley family. You will be in many prayers.God be with all of these readers.
Posted by: Friend of Dustin
Location: Strasburg
on Jul 30, 2008 at 06:06 PM
This is for Steve...Im very aware of the difference between self-defense and 1st degree murder. You dont just happen to get charged with something like that unless theres some very good evidence. Im not trying to argue with anyone. Im just saying regardless of anyones personal feelings towards Dustin or Donna, the man is dead. Period. Hes not coming back from this. So yeah, we werent there, we dont know exactly what happened, but we do know that it doesnt take 5 bullets in the back to stop someone. Self-defense...please.
Posted by: Scorned Wife
Location: VA
on Jul 30, 2008 at 02:19 PM
Donna being in jail is karma at it's best!
Posted by: mother of boys
Location: Woodstock
on Jul 30, 2008 at 01:10 PM
Shooting him 5 times in the back not 4 in the back 5 my kids knew their daddy and they know he is dead now and they can never touch him again. There is no defense for this woman you will see when it all comes out. I love you Dustin and will miss you until I die
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jul 30, 2008 at 12:29 PM
Shooting someone four times...self-defense? Seems like a stretch. Although I do agree that we need to hear the facts and make an educated decision when they come out. If he was beating her, she better hope she has proof...like a restraining order against him. If she didn't do something as simple (yet not really effective) as that shooting someone four times seems odd. I suppose individuals can be high on drugs and require more force to stop them. But we will have to see what the autopsy and investigation finds. I knew Donna years ago and did find her to have quite the temper if provoked. Time will tell. God bless to the Dustin's Family.
Posted by: Steve
Location: Winchester, VA
on Jul 30, 2008 at 12:25 PM
Why are we arguing...? We all know what Murder-1st Degree is, BUT that is only the charge (also note this is not charged as Capital Murder- yet). It could take a year before this case is finalized and that means that charge could be changed AT ANY TIME. Friend of Dustin, of course Self-defense isn't mentioned in the charge, because it HAS IT'S OWN clause in the Code of Virginia and is very much a valid defense in this state in which only ONE juror has to believe. I agree with you - if she is convicted then she deserves her punishment, but WE DON'T KNOW yet the complete story. Everyone is angry and sad - but we should hold judgement on people until they are convicted. That is all I was stating - I am not defending her and feel bad for both families, but if other circumstances exist - be prepared.
Posted by: Childhood Friend of Donna
Location: Edinburg
on Jul 30, 2008 at 11:15 AM
I grew up with Donna and I knew her as a kid and I know her as an adult woman who put her blood, sweat & tears in to building a life for her and her family even when the odds were stacked against her. She is a fine, upstanding, productive citizen of this community. She WOULD NOT intentionally hurt anyone unless she felt threatened or her children were being threatened in any way. It is only a natural, human, and innate response to protect yourself and your children no matter what the cost. Donna, you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers as well as the family of the victim. This is a horrible and unfortunate situation for all parties involved. I'm with you Andrea, BEHIND DONNA ALL THE WAY! And to Donna's children--keep your chins up and stand tall. It is obvious now and has always been that your Mom loves and adores you both tremendously!
Posted by: former classmate
Location: virginia
on Jul 30, 2008 at 08:43 AM
If what she did was self defense, then dude got what he deserved. If that is not the case, then she should get lethal injection.
Posted by: Krupnick
Location: Richmond
on Jul 29, 2008 at 10:52 PM
To the Dustin family, sorry for your loss... I as well have had the great pleasure of being her formal boss and working closely with her, and like everyone else that knows her, we all agree that she has always had a tremendous passion for her clients everyday second to only the amazing love & guidance she has for her children... So like others, I'm very confident that she was protecting her family from harm!!! God Bless Donna and her wonderful kids... If in-fact the truth of details comes-out to be what we all want to believe that they are, and it's obviously still very early - however someone please keep us all posted if a possible fund will be set-up for the kids to assist with anything???
Posted by: Friend Of Dustin
Location: Strasburg
on Jul 29, 2008 at 08:24 PM
Doesnt anyone know what 1st degree murder is...LOOK IT UP! Self-defense is NOWHERE in the definition. As a mother AND the victim of an abusive relationship, I can say that the thought to intentionally kill someone has NEVER crossed my mind. Anyone defending her and her actions that day are just as disgusting, demented and should be ashamed of themselves. Dustin may have had his flaws, but he was my friend, as he was others, but most importantly, he was a father, a son, a brother, an uncle.....and should still be with us today. So anyone else with negative or hurtful things to say about a man who can no longer defend himself, if you cant respect him now thats he gone, you could show some respect for the family that loved him very much and has to bury him on Thursday. What if it were your son or brother. Leave it alone, please.
Posted by: Gilbert Dowling
Location: California
on Jul 29, 2008 at 06:27 PM
I am Donna's former boss and Donna may have done in the eyes of the world a horrible thing but God knows the truth and by the way reader Gods word does not say an eye for an eye your wrong. Donna i am sorry to see you at this place of dispair and yes Dustin I am sorry for you as well.
Posted by: Jac
Location: Shen VAlley
on Jul 29, 2008 at 05:23 PM
yes the truth will come out as time goes on that the victim was an abuser and Ms Hockman was not the only one she was defending her children and herself she made the wronge decision but it was under fear for her and her childrens life the true tail will come out in the trial
Posted by: Andrea
Location: Luray, VA
on Jul 29, 2008 at 05:04 PM
I'm behind Donna all the way!! I know her personally and she wouldn't have done this unless she HAD to- either in self defense or defense or her child. As for Dustin and his family, I am sorry for your loss...but if it is true that he was beating her- then he got what he deserved. I only hope that the rest of the women beaters get the same!
Posted by: Steve
Location: Winchester, VA
on Jul 29, 2008 at 12:01 PM
Self-defense is not a crime folks - let's wait for the facts before jumping to conclusions here. Yes, cold-blooded murder is wrong, but if someone's life is in danger - the circumstances could change the outcome of this case drastically. Stay tuned.
Posted by: HoldUpFolks
Location: Winchester
on Jul 29, 2008 at 11:30 AM
Let's wait for the facts. Reputation and hearsay should be put aside until the facts are known. Cold-blooded murder is one thing - but self-defense is not illegal in this state if she believed and can show a life was in danger. Wait and see as more comes out....
Posted by: sOME ONE WHO HAS A HEART
on Jul 29, 2008 at 12:30 AM
Okay the first thing I want to say is that for anyone out there that has something negative or bad about Dustin you really just need to shut up. Dustin was a human being and he did not deserve what happened to him I am so outraged that anyone can say something bad about him, he is going to be missed by so many.God rest his soul and may your prayers find there way into the hearts of his family and friends. And may this person if thats what you want to call her pay to the fullest for what she did to Dustin!!!!
Posted by: meriah
Location: shenandoah
on Jul 29, 2008 at 12:19 AM
my opinion is that she should get death. She didnt think about the four beautiful children that dont have a father now because of her selfishness. What ever she gets will never be good enough. there are to many people that will have a hole in there heart that will never heal because of her.
Posted by: Jacque
Location: Shenandoah Valley
on Jul 28, 2008 at 09:40 PM
we all should count ourselves lucky for not being able to understand the horrors that Ms Hockman and her children have been through, evidence and character history of the victim will show the horrible domestic situation and how abuse clouds right from wrong
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jul 28, 2008 at 08:50 PM
The worlds one more step from being a better place...
Posted by: Hilary
Location: Gardner, KS
on Jul 28, 2008 at 05:44 PM
My opinion is that we have never been in what situation she was in and she should and will be tried according to the facts so who are we to judge unless we're in that court with her? No one knows what she was feeling or what she went through. Also in God's word it says it is not our place to judge but she will stand in front of the All Mighty one day and face judgement. Even if on earth she is found guilty, she will only truely be judged at the gates of Heaven.
Posted by: jean
Location: toms brook
on Jul 28, 2008 at 04:07 PM
I think want she did is wrong if she was trying to protect her child she could have shot him in the leg or shoulder.But since she kill him she should get the same treatment .In God's word it say an eye for an eye |
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i also went to school with her daughter(Lexus)and we were good friends. i have talked to her after the insodent happened,ahe said she was very upset,but it wasnt her moms fault.i am on neither side,i can see why she sht him,but still,5 times? and why shoot him? just go to the police,duh oh well. ~Peace~
Has anyone heard if this has went back to court? This article says she was to be back in court Sept 2 but no news yet
I guess you think anyone who shoots someone in the back isn't a "sick person"? If what you say is true about him threatening her children, why would she let him keep coming around her/them, maybe because she's a promiscuous sleaze? You don’t buy a gun unless you PLAN to use it and you don’t tell people that you PLAN to kill him.
no plan. purchased a gun. told friends. wrapped him up.
Why does everyone defend the abuser? He was obviously a sick person who not only abused Donna but threatened her children. He had a long history of abuse including his previous girlfriends. Donna would not give up her kids or her life unless she had no other choice. Give me a break. Donna did not plan this. For Gosh sakes. Anyone who would plan this would have actually HAD A PLAN!!!! She was ABUSED! Anyone else that was abused at his hand needs to come forward and let the abuse end now!
Abuse will make one feel helpless, ashamed and will drastically affect your mental health. However there is an element that is not present in this case - Donna was not trapped. She was in control, she had the power. They were not married, no children together, it was her house, her money, he was not threatening to kill or cause harm if she broke it off. It is an insult to women who have truly been abused, trapped and under the power of another to cry abuse and self defense on this one. This was not a helpless situation that causes one to snap with just cause. She could have gotten him out of her life with out taking his life.
I want to know if her daughter is okay. I went to school with her, and I am worried.
PLANNED IS THE KEY WORD. THE JUSTICE SYSTEM IS NOT ALWAYS RIGHT. BUT SHE PLANNED THIS. NO QUESTION GUILTY IS THE ONLY VERDICT.
I have NO clue if it was self defense and I am not going to sit here and act like I have a clue what happened. My only question is, if it was done in self-defense, why the cover up? If you did nothing wrong, why not call the police and tell them what happened? Instead you clean the house from top to bottom making it hard for police to find any blood, and then you wrap him up in a tent and put him in your car? People who aren't guilty of something, don't go to such extreme lengths.
Its up to a judge or jury to decide if she was acting in self defense. talking about killing him, buying a gun the day before, shooting him 5 times, (in the back!)wrapping his body in a tent and planning on getting rid of him certainly doesnt appear to be self defense but I wasnt there and i am not gonna act like i was...and neither were any of you, so NONE of us really know what happened...but it sure isnt looking good for her!