The defense theory is that the body had been abused since they were children. ibid. lawyer
In the first trial there were 56 defense witnesses. ibid. Rand
Jose Menendez was obsessed with the band Menudo. ibid.
Many journalists have heard rumours that Edgardo Diaz [band manager] was a paedophile who had molested multiple members of Menudo. ibid.
He had to be a master manipulator to be able to convince so many families. ibid. comment
I kept everything to myself. I suffered a lot. ibid. ex-band member Roy
Their father was a sexual predator. Learning that I could be a witness, and that my testimony could help free them. ibid. Roy
My main mission is to see Edgardo Diaz behind bars in prison. That is where he belongs. ibid.
[Roy]: Edgardo said, ‘The time has come. Today we’re having dinner at the Menendez’ house. The big man of RCA.’ When I got in the limousine I saw Menendez looking me up and down as if he wanted to devour me. Menendez & Menudo: Boys Betrayed II
This is information that could have corroborted Erike & Lyle’s testimony in court. Information they would have been desperate for. ibid. journalist
No criminal charges [against Diaz] ever came from any of that … None of these Menudos were contacted by law enforcement. ibid.
Not just members knew but all the people that worked with him. They’re also guilty because they’re accomplices. ibid. Raul
[Robert Rand]: Roy’s story I think could have an impact for Erik & Lyle to have a new oppornity for a new appeal for a new trial. Menendez & Menudo: Boys Betrayed III
It’s time for the world to know the truth. ibid. Roy
I felt a dark negative vibe in that house. ibid.
It’s heartbreaking to hear these stories of terrible abuse. ibid. Robert Rand
Those of us who are still alive and have the courage to take action, it’s our responsibility to do so. ibid. Roy
The Erik & Lyle Menendez that I know are not the cartoon characters, the image people have of them in the media. ibid. Robert Rand
There’s now a credible witness supporting them. ibid.
On November 8th 2022, Roy Rossello filed criminal charges against Edgardo Diaz in the county of Los Angeles. Cameras were not allowed inside the offices of the Los Angeles Police Department. ibid.
Roy Rossello is now working with the Los Angeles Police Department to further his case. Criminal charges have not yet been brought against Edgardo Diaz. ibid.