Acquited Marine Will Sue John Murtha for Libel

Ex-Marine (I say that deliberately) John Murtha will have his day in court soon if Justin Sharratt has his way!

WASHINGTON, PA (KDKA) ― A local Marine cleared in the deaths of civilians in Iraq says Congressman John Murtha made public comments that were unproven, untrue and unfair.
Now, Lance Corporal Justin Sharratt is planning to file suit in federal court against Murtha on Thursday morning.
The suit accuses the congressman of slander and violating the Marine's right to a fair trial and due process.

Murtha shot off his mouth without knowing any of the facts of the case. The man has no excuse.

...Three years after the deaths, seven of eight Marines have been cleared, including Sharratt. There's now a website, JustinSharratt.com, to let the world know that he has been cleared.
The eighth Marine is still waiting for his day in court.

Seven of eight slander Marines cleared. One to go.

Update: If you are interested in donating to a legal fund supporting this marine, you can go to:

Lance Corporal Justin Sharratt

or donations can be sent to:

Justin Sharratt Fund for Justice
P.O. Box 44
Canonsburg, PA 15317-0044
Please make checks payable to: Justin Sharratt Fund for Justice

Hat tip Protein Wisdom
Cross posted at Say Anything