Odinistic theory of Delphi murder suspect based on speculation

DELPHI, Ind. — Delphi murder suspect Richard Allen's defense lacks the evidence to present to the jury proof of Odinism, ritual human sacrifice and third-party insinuation, according to a memorandum filed Monday night by Carroll County District Attorney Nick McLeland.

“To present evidence at trial regarding a third party,” McLeland wrote, “the defense must show a direct material connection between the third party and the crime. The connection must be based on more than hearsay, speculation, rumor, conjecture, or theory. It must be based on reliable evidence establishing a material connection between the third party and the crime.”

Allen is charged with two counts of murder and two counts of murder in connection with the commission of a kidnapping.