Killer Cases: The Brutal Murder of Jill Halliburton Su and the Escape Artist

Discovery of the Crime Scene

• 💔 The affluent philanthropist Jill Halliburton Su was found brutally murdered in her Florida home, a scene described as horrific and gruesome.
• 🔪 The victim was found bound at the hands and feet with multiple stab wounds, suggesting a crime of passion or a heated altercation.
• 🚨 Her son, Justin Su, discovered the body and initially called 911 reporting a suicide, but quickly changed his statement to a murder.

Initial Suspects and Interrogation

• 👨‍🔬 Justin Su, the son who found the body, and his father, Dr. Nan Yau, were brought in for questioning due to their proximity to the victim.
• 📹 Dr. Sue reported seeing a male intruder on a surveillance camera before it went blank, providing a description that initially seemed to match his son.
• ❓ Detectives focused on Justin, noting inconsistencies in his statements and the discovery of a knife belonging to him outside the home, leading to his prolonged interrogation.

The Real Killer and DNA Evidence

• 🔍 Despite initial focus on the family, DNA evidence from a knife and a belt used to tie the victim did not match Justin Su.
• 💥 The DNA eventually led to the arrest of Deante Roselis, a prolific burglar with over two dozen prior offenses, who had no known connection to the victim.
• 🏃‍♂️ Roselis is believed to have encountered Jill Su when she awoke during his burglary, leading him to bind and stab her to eliminate an eyewitness.

The Escape and Trial of Deante Roselis

• ⛓️ Deante Roselis gained notoriety for a brazen escape from the Broward County Courthouse, slipping out of shackles and fleeing with accomplices.
• 💰 A significant reward was offered for his capture, and he was eventually apprehended about 45 minutes from the courthouse.
• ⚖️ During his trial, Roselis maintained his innocence, and his defense questioned the evidence and suggested the possibility of the husband or son's involvement.

Verdict and Sentencing

• 🧑‍⚖️ The first trial resulted in a hung jury, with one juror reportedly refusing to convict, leading to a mistrial.
• 📈 In a subsequent trial, enhanced DNA testing and evidence of his escape attempt contributed to the prosecution's case.
• 🏆 Deante Roselis was ultimately found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison, with the prosecution opting against the death penalty.
• 🗣️ Roselis maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings, claiming he did not commit the crime and lacked the capacity for such violence.