Summary
- Martin Heidgen, who killed 7-year-old Katie Flynn and her chauffeur in a drunk driving accident, has been released from prison after serving 19 years for second-degree murder.
- The decision to grant Heidgen parole has been criticized by the victim’s family, who believe there is no accountability in New York State’s justice system.
- Heidgen had been driving his pickup truck the wrong way while intoxicated when he crashed head-on into a limo carrying Katie Flynn and her family.
- Despite expressing remorse for his actions, Heidgen’s release has had a profound impact on the Flynn family and other loved ones of the victims involved.