This was an unlawful witch hunt from the looks of it. If Ludwig wasn't involved in these crimes, then one has to wonder who was calling the shots on this one based on what evidence. It makes the RCMP look desperate. It will likely encourage the real bomber(s)if it is not Ludwig... knowing the RCMP are focused on Ludwig.

My guess is Ludwig might possibly know the bombers, but I doubt he was involved in the bombings this time around. He's to smart for that and would know he is being watched.

What I find interesting is the clash of corporate power over the rights of citizens in this country that this story has undertones of. I think it is something a lot of people are concerned with.

The man's background and previous history would not make me as much of a fan of him as Eagleone apparently is. This story might not be over yet.

I agree with your post Eagleone. This story will play out more. Just why did the police arrest, then release him. Guilty or not I think we have to question the RCMP actions and the kind of an totalitarianism organization they have become, answering to no one. Ian Bush and Robert Disanski murders as a couple of examples
I think that is the bigger story.

seamutt,

the RCMP never "arrested" him. They took him into custody, no charges were laid. That is often done before extensive questioning.

So now the RCMP are getting criticized for taking someone into custody for questioning? Just how exactly do people expect them to solve crimes?

As for being a totalitarian organization, if that were true, Mr. Ludwig would still be in custody. In fact, he would likely already be in prison, he may have been tortured, he likely wouldn't have access to a lawyer and the RCMP certainly would not be giving out info to the press on the case.

Stompin Tom and NMG, stop with that logic! You're getting in the way of people's hate for the RCMP!

Sorry my point still stands!!!!

Stands on what exactly, nobody knows.

And before you go throwing around words like 'totalitarian' again, you might want to look them up. Stick to words with fewer syllables.

A blunder!
Of course the RCMP picked up the wrong guy.
Ludwig ain't that stupid to do this again.
If anything, he would hire somebody to do it for him.

Wiebo's wobble but they don't fall down...

http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20100109/ludwig_backgrounder_100109/20100109?hub=Canada

Remember, we live in a region which has a few more wing nuts or independent people than the eastern regions of the country.

He has a following of similar minded people.

It took years to gather evidence and charge Pickton, so it will be with Wiebo. But by the sounds of it, eagleone will carry on his work while his hero is in prison.

What ever, its not about the person. We all have what is caled the Charter of Rights and its only as strong as its weakest link.

I honestly don't see how my comments would equate to support for Ludwig? Maybe it would help if someone could point that out so we could know their true feelings on the particulars (ie which rights don't they support?) and thus have a point to debate, rather than a character assasination of sorts.

I didn't say I supported Ludwig, just that is isn't smart to have tunnel vision on a has been, and in the process abuse the Charter of Rights to pursue an agenda for the oil companies. I do think however that a lot of land owners have a legitimate complaint in how their land and the adjecent land is impacted by sour gas wells... that doesn't mean I support Ludwig the man or his advocacy for vandalism.

What ever, its not about the person. We all have what is caled the Charter of Rights and its only as strong as its weakest link.

I honestly don't see how my comments would equate to support for Ludwig? Maybe it would help if someone could point that out so we could know their true feelings on the particulars (ie which rights don't they support?) and thus have a point to debate, rather than a character assasination of sorts.

I didn't say I supported Ludwig, just that is isn't smart to have tunnel vision on a has been, and in the process abuse the Charter of Rights to pursue an agenda for the oil companies. I do think however that a lot of land owners have a legitimate complaint in how their land and the adjecent land is impacted by sour gas wells... that doesn't mean I support Ludwig the man or his advocacy for vandalism.

Here's a BC News commentary which may add to the discussion. It's written by Grant Gough who runs "The Straight Goods":

http://powellriverpersuader.blogspot.com/

Ah ..... so someone else could be the bomber from the looks of that article. Reminds me of Timothy McVey.