Tim Masters aid fund established
Rocky Mountain News
Published January 25, 2008 at 2:47 p.m.
Updated January 25, 2008 at 2:47 p.m.
Attorneys for Tim Masters have set up an official fund for anyone wishing to donate money to him.
Masters walked out of the Larimer County Courthouse Tuesday, a free man for the first time since he was arrested in 1998 for the killing of Peggy Hettrick.
A judge vacated his conviction after an analysis of DNA found on Hettrick's clothing matched another man.
Masters' attorneys said they've been overwhelmed by an outpouring of support from the public since Masters' release.
Several funds and web sites have been set up to collect donations, they said. And while the lawyers appreciate the effort, they said they wanted to set up an official fund to protect Masters and the public from any "illegitimate sources."
It is the only authorized Masters fund, and 100 percent of donations will go to Masters, according to a statement by the law offices of Collins, Liu & Lyons.
Those interested in donating may send money to:
Tim Masters
c/o Collins, Liu & Lyons, LLP
812 8th Street Plaza
Greeley, CO 80631
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