Schapelle Corby - Comments About Schapelle Corby
By Gabrielle Reilly

"Shapelle Corby is INNOCENT and it is heartbreaking to see this lovely young woman persecuted by an unfair judicial system. Use you voice to free Shapelle!" Julie, Adelaide South Australia


"For God's sake , this poor little kid MUST be freed and able to come home to her family. The Government MUST do something to help her.......and WHY, WHY WHY are we giving so much monetry aid to Indonesia...this world has truly gone mad." Diane, Sydney

" Free the woman. She was a victim; get the criminals and let THEM face the firing squad. Or worse yet, imprison them for life without parole. But send their victim home." Wayno, Australia

"Never will I go to Bali or support them. This case has opened our eyes. How dare those judges sit there and smirk the way they do. It all makes me sick to think that it could so easily happen to any one of us. Stay strong Schapelle You and God know the truth. We are giving your will and your life to Him each day. Good will come from this. How very sad and unbelievably horendous that you have had to go through this terrible nightmare." Julie Australia

"We Australians should no longer have any dealings with the Balinese. We Australians can see how innocent Schapelle Corby is. We Australians should now see the light to what our government is not doing for us Australians. We Australians will pray for Schapelle Corby." Tony, Brunswick West Melbourne.

"I am a 31 year old Female from Sydney and my heart goes out to Schapelle as I believe that she is INOCENT and to be stuck in a place like that is unconprehendable. I also believe that our Government should step in and do (more.) She is a young Australian and we all need to pull together at a time like this. Please add my name to the Petition and we all hope and prey for the release of Schapelle, she needs to be home where she belongs with her Family.If there is anyother way I can help don’t hesitate to contact me. Schapelle is INNOCENT…… please…….set her free. Thankyou." Julie, Sydney, Australia.

"I have been to Bali many times and are freely asked to purchase Drugs everywhere I visit.."What I want" they ask! We have done many trips to the Villages and on the way see Marijuana growing in abundance in the paddocks! So WHY would Schapelle want to traffic cheap Marijuana in to the country???? Set her free.!!!!Bali are ruining their own Tourism , they don’t need Bombs to do it!" Debby, New Zealand

" This is insane! Get her out of there! She does not deserve to be in prison. She deserves to live!"Geoff, Saskatchewan, Canada

"I cannot believe as a fellow subject of her majesty that the Australian government is not doing more to free this young woman. Personally I believe the death penalty is immoral, but that it should be a possibility for a Commonwealth citizen to be murdered in cold blood by a foreign government is outrageous. I feel that not only should this become a matter for the Australian government, but for the Commonwealth countries. Indonesia should face political and economic sanctions until she is freed. Indonesia is bringing disgrace upon their legal system by allowing this girl to face a possible death sentence for a crime she did not commit, and international disrepute for even considering executing a foreign national. The Australian government should demand her extradition back to Australia where the issue of the internal movement of drugs should be heard before a court. if found innocent of that, she surely cannot be guilty of international smuggling." Richard, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

"I don't mind if she is innocent or guilty. Killing a human is never a solution but a vengeance. Free her!" Antonio, from Europe

"My name iz Aleksandar and I am from Serbia and I wont to help too. Save the women."

"Why would Schapelle Corby smuggle marijuana into Bali when it's value is much greater in Australia? Anyone with access to that amount of marijuana would know that. Doesn't make sense... Kind regards," Anthony, Victoria, Australia

"Free Schapelle - she is innocent." Shannon, Queensland, Australia

"Please add my name to the petition to free Shapelle from what we all fear will be a gross miscarriage of justice, even justice Indonesian style - not a country which has any credibilty for protection of human rights and justice. I, like many other thinking people around the world, cannot accept that Shapelle was in any way responsible for the drugs which were simply found in her board bag after having been put there by someone she obviously did not know.
My heart goes out to this most unfortunate of young women and I am not afraid to say that I cry when I think of what might happen to her in the miscarriage of justice which it seems is about to be perpetrated upon her in Indonesia. My only hope is that she may be freed or receive a short term sentence when the Indonesian judiciary appreciates that it has nine Australians in custofy whose guilt is obvious. For them I have no sympathy. " John, Canberra Australia

"it doesn't even matter if she did this or not, the punishment is way out of line...this is just wrong...period" DB, Unknown

"My name is Michelle. I live in West Hollywood, California. I am frantic for this beautiful young woman's life. I have emailed FOX NEWS: Bill O'Reilly and Greta Van Susteren. Today, I called and emailed the offices of Gloria Allred.---the premiere attorney for women in trouble.
I am very aware that Schappelle's sentencing will be on May 27th. I can't sleep at night because I know that she's a victim of a nasty, nasty circumstance. It could have happened to any of us, any one that travels. Russell Crowe or the Prime Minister of Australia just MUST help her. I'm just a CNN watcher in Los Angeles and I can't sleep. This is SO UNFAIR.
Please continue helping her, anything, anything, anything......"


"I'm an Australian living overseas and only heard about the Schapelle Corby case fairy recently. After researching the subject I was shocked to discover the Australian government don't won't to speak out about the topic. When there's so much evidence suggesting Schapelle is innocent, how can the government in good conscience sit back and do nothing? Do your job, protect an innocent Australian." Xanthe, France

"If Schapelle was being tried in this country the evidence would be insufficient for a conviction." Ed, Australia

"It is terrible what is happining she needs to come home where she belongs she is innocent!!
FREE SCHAPELLE!" Kathleen, Australia

"I’d normally say what a joke; but this isn’t even close to funny. I will avoid Indonesia and its un-evolved, backwards “legal system” that wouldallow such a farce to continue at all costs. I could not visit such a placein light of the circumstances brought forth by this case. Let this poor
woman go, after all she did at least have an education which would allow her to DO THE MATH surrounding this so-called drug dealing ring, and we all know that her “ring” wouldn’t last long by losing $50,000 a clip. If their (Indonesian) Government is filled with so many morons I will certainly leave that country off my “to visit” list." Robert, Maryland, U.S.A.

"As a Mum who has listened to my son’s comment’s on his holiday in Bali, fortunately returning home 2 days before the Bali bombing, of his friendship with the beautiful Balinese people & his wish to return one day. It scared me then but I cannot ever accept his desire to return now, after all the evil that has happened to young people wanting to enjoy a touch of paradise & now this young lady who is caught up by some corrupt inhuman beings who had botched up their attempts of smuggling drugs in this innocent victim’s luggage. Schapelle you are in my thoughts & prayers daily. Not one good Australian can let our Government NOT fight to clear you! " Narelle, Australia

"shappelle, I work for an australian airline, every day i check in hundreds of passengers to destinations all over the world, every day these people mention you and your terrible situation. Not one has ever said they think your guilty, so many now lock their bags,and comment how travel in and out of Australia has been alterered forever. Every day people are thinking of you. every day hoping for your return. Stay strong and remember you have so much support,your country is behind you 100%. good luck, let the truth prevail." kate, NSW Australia.

"A SIMPLE, BRIEF MESSAGE FROM A CONCERNED AMERICAN CITIZEN who cares about Democracy, Basic Human Rights and JUSTICE....

TO ALL the LEADERS AND GOVERMENT OFFICIALS of ALL COUNTRIES.... PLEASE STOP ALLOWING the continual use of PRECIOUS and LIMITED TIME, HUMAN RESOURCES and MILLIONS of TAX DOLLARS to IMPRISON and EXECUTE people over ILLEGAL DRUG-USE crimes !!!, but instead, to HEAL AND EDUCATE them away from it, and to PROMOTE, PROVIDE and ADEQUATELY FUND JOB-TRAINING and JOB OPPORTUNITIES, which can do MUCH to help many people AVOID getting involved with ILLEGAL DRUGS !!!!! ...." - Paul M. / California, USA

"hey gabrielle, i just wanna say that i am very proud to be an aussie. we australians have such a big heart.. she should be released ..she is innocent..and if the indonesian govt and justice system cant see this, then they are really thick and heartless." Vincent, Australia

"Australian authorities should speak up loudly to prevent the death penalty in this case. You just don`t let a citizen get killed even if guilty, for this crime. Remind that in one highly intelligent country in europe, you can buy cannabis totally openly and legally from coffee stores. And in many other there are legal, and almost legal to smoke cannabis openly and legally. And if any doubt about the guilt, and it clearly seems to in this case, J. Howard must of course do what he can to prevent any harm happen to her. Indonesia is an extreme country, and only understands tough and clear language. Good luck and I wish the best in this case!" Jan, Norway

"I do believe that Schapelle Corby is innocent and Indonesian legal system should open its own eyes to see the truth. Australian government should stop an aid to Indonesia immediately if she is found guilty and we all should stop contributing to Indonesian economy. We shouldn't be going there. Remember, they killed thousands of people in East Timor and they don't seem to learn from their mistakes of the past.
I am thinking of you, Schapelle." Mika, New Zealand

"im a 30 y/o male stationed at germany,with the u.s. army...i wish to add my name to your petition for the
freedom of this girl...i really hope she can go home free...drugs are the worst enemy of humanity,rigth
next to terrorism...i hope i'm not too late to add my name to your petition...god bless her..." Ana, Germany

"My 12 year old daughter and myself are so worried about you. We know that you didn't do this i just hope that the Australians stop going to this backward country and supporting their corrupt Goverment and Law enforcement, If you want to call it That. We Wish you lots of Luck and Freindship.
Your new Friends Caitlin and Connie QLD Australia"

"This is just wrong beyond comprehension!" Thomas, California, USA

" Please add my name to the petition to save Shapelle Corby. It`s about time that the Indonesian Government join the 21st century. This young girl might be guilty of being naive and too trusting of other people, but she is not guilty of the charges that she is accused of. Indonesia...the world is watching!!! Do the right and humane thing and let this girl go home." William, Collins-Canada

 

"It's time to end the outrages inflicted on the world by this senseless, inhumane, and ruinous drug war. Free Schapelle, and bring her home. Our hearts are with her." Lonn, Oregon, USA

"Corby's lawyers revealed an unidentified man had come forward and signed a statement naming three baggage handlers he says planted the drugs in Corby's unlocked boogie board bag." Tony, San Jose, USA

"Hi, I am really amazed at the fact that the airport security in Australia need a spank in the bum.
I am a Malaysian and have a brother and sister living in Brisbane,Australia. My mum,brother and sister and me (who live in Malaysia) have visited them more than a couple of times and the scrutiny we go through each time with the Australian customs and immigration is always hell.I always tell my mum it is their job to keep Australia safe(But I maybe wrong). They check you as if you are a criminal.My brother in Australia has told us that there has been incidence where people loose their luggage before it get on the plane.Is it true that anyone could access to baggage handling department.I have had at one of my visits to Brisbane where the customs told my mum 'sorry you cannot bring this,this and that into Australia and they dumped all confiscated items in a rubbish bin. The problem is at the airport security and who are the one's handling the baggage from check-in to loading on to the plane. In my country Malaysia we too look at drug trafficking very seriously but in this case I strongly feel that Schapelle Corby is innocent but no thanks to Australian Airport Security. My mum,brothers and sisters and me will pray and hope that she will be freed from what ever she is going through as soon as possible. I strongly feel that the Australian Govt.. should step in and help in freeing an innocent victim. As most of us agree it is ridiculous to bring in drugs into Indonesia to make money as it should be cheaper in Indonesia. Let us all pray and hope for the best outcome in favour of Schapelle Corby. regards and prayers," Kumaar, Penang,Malaysia.

"I believe this young girl is an innocent victim of "whatever" and should be bought back to Australia. Every time I see Schapelle I see my own 25 year old daughter and it breaks my heart. Please keep your heart and health strong, you have to understand there are many, many people out there who will not now be giving their money to Indonesia through travel or other means, and I think Mr. Howard needs to start flexing some muscle and bring this Australian citizen home, after all Mr. Howard, we are giving a substantial donation to Indonesia, doesn't this give us quite a bit of political muscle?" Sheryl, Australia

"Having just returned to UK from Queensland I have followed the later stages of the Schapelle court hearings on your media. I cannot believe that the Australian Federal Government has allowed things to progress this far without taking any effective action to help this poor girl. It is time they got off their backsides and challenged this evil in the same way that Australians have traditionally done since the days of Gallipoli. I cannot believe that Howard is more concerned about diplomatic niceties over the Indonesian legal system than the life of an Australian girl. It is time you got rid of him, but then again none of your other politicians seem to be doing much either!" Merv, East Yorkshire, England.

"The government must take a stronger stand, This could happen to anyone!!! There is a reason why you are told to watch your luggage at all times in a airport! I think we need to come together as a whole nation and boycott all travels to Bali and related destinations. What a
tragedy this will be if Corby spends he whole life imprisoned in a foreign jail or possibly loose her life. Regardless of the outcome this will not resolve the drug traffic issue in Bali. I cannot say enough- I will be praying for the safe return of Ms. Corby." Sharon, California, USA

"How can we trust the Indonesian Justice if they do things like this? (Killing people for Marijuana) I suggest to boycott the Indonesia tourism industry. please add me to your petition." Vincent, Montreal, Canada

"To whom it may concern, In the light of all the information available, I believe that Shappelle Corby is completely innocent of any crime, and Australia is yet again proving itself impotent against the Indonesian Government who, are happy to take Australian money, but who do not treat Australia as a friend. It's time to cut the aid and declare all of Indonesia as a hostile and dangerous destination." Daniel NSW Australia

"I believe that the most effective form of petition is the prayer, not the signature. We would do well, therefore, to appeal to The Highest Order first, the One that can truly change the course of governments which are so often misguided by their power corrupted agendas. Shake not just the world but the Universe with the amplified power of your prayers for our sister, Schapelle. They will be heard, and the Will of The Creator will be done. Thank You." Bruce H. from the USA

"Wether this incident is a result of someone in authority's depraved form of flaunting power / some strange vendetta/ or perhaps the latest form of Terror against America and it's allies is anybody's guess but the fact remains that in this day and age these ancient laws need to be changed !! How many innocent
people will Have their total lives ruined and sent to prison or worse.....all while fighting a battle you cannot win! When we have zero poverty no one will have the need to do drugs! We can all see the truth
Have faith Schapelle / I pray for you" Jay, USA

"Let us hope that the publicity in Australia surrounding Shapelle where a number of polls have produced a result of 92% belief in her innocence will ensure justice is done and Shapelle is acquited. Even the latest news that Indonesia may agree that any sentence imposed on her may be served here in Australia is too harsh for someone who is innocent. A day does not go by that I do not think of Shapelle and send her strength and love." Kerry- Perth

"PLEASE FREE SCHAPELL THE ARROGANCE SHOWN BY THE INDONESIAN JUDGES SAYS IT ALL." JULIE WEST AUSTRALIA

"Please spare her life. My hope is we can find ways that all needs can be met, all people protected in the world." -Kathleen, USA

"Australian Government: Please do not treat a fellow human this way. If there is any doubt that she
is guilty, then you can not put this person through the harsh confines of the prison system. Prison will change a person to a mental state beyond repair." Robert, USA.

"Am writing to the Indonesian Govt... Come to India and learn how to forgive for their lives... even after Indipendence only 10 men sentenced to death and coz of brutality... but not for drugs smuggling.. even though you dont know either she was intentionally carring those... with her... My req. leave her... make pplz understand not to use drugs. if u succeed NO DRUGS LL SUPPLIED OR SOLD. demand and fulfilment...make the market demand less... supplied ll stopped automatically.... I know if there is God she' ll be discharged soon... GOD BLESS U Thanking you." Rajeev, India


"For the first time I am not confident that being an Australian Citizen will offer me any protection when travelling overseas. If the support the Australian Government has offered Schapelle Corby is any indication, then we are all in it alone. What is happening to Schapelle is a National disgrace. Australians need to stand up and be heard by their Pacific Neighbours. We can respect their laws, without having to condone such obvious injustice." Sally, Melbourne


"Schapelle is innocent! But even if she wasn't:
"Care should be taken that the punishment does not exceed the guilt; and also that some men do not suffer for offenses for which others are not even indicted. [Lat., Cavendum est ne major poena quam culpa sit; et ne iisdem de causis alii plectantur, alii ne appellentur quidem.] " Ole, Unknown

"Schapelle does not belong in jail, lets get her out!!! Where is Amnesty International on this? Are they helping her? Maybe we need to ask them?" Beau, Australia

"Who live in Indonesia? I'm fed up with Indonesia and with all South East Asia, and I'm fed up with Indonesian killers. But I think to be every matter on the world about a police-country called Amerika....and their drugwar...
We must take everything what we can..., don't go Indonesia, Singapure, Thailand, etc., cose they live from our money, don't give them your money, don't buy indonesian products, don't help them if they are killers and there are humanzoos in these countries. They think they can make these thigs couse we don't make enythings."Antal, from Hungary

"It is a great travesty of justice when an innocent person must suffer as Schapelle has done, simply because a very proud, stupid man wants to set an example and does not want to loose face in the eyes of his countryman. How can he possibly be serious about ridding Indonesia of the drug trade when the sellers freely sell information to the police whilst the "wealthy" tourists are expected to pay dearly or face the consequences. Not that I am supporting any visitor who foolishly buys drugs.

My prayers go out for Schapelle that sanity will prevail and she will be returned safely to her, country, family and loved ones. God bless her! God help Indonesia! No pun intended. Kindest Regards." Sel, Australia

"I am a Canadian who is shocked and outraged that this young woman would be callously murdered when there is no real evidence of her guilt. Anyone can have drugs placed in their bags or backpack and to think that a country would execute someone on such flimsy evidence is the real crime taking place. As a human being, and on the basis of our collective humanity I "demand" her release and "shame" on the Indonesian Government and legal system for this "crime against humanity". -Bruce Arthur Bonk

"Every Australian knows Schapelle is innocent so keep showing her support
guys! What is the Indonesian justice system doing? What is the Australian
government doing? And the Indonesians want Aussies to come back after the bombings to boost there tourism. Get STUFFED." Scott. - Newcastle

"She is innocent! She needs a fair trial and they need to investigate this case more rather than just make a decision so quick. She has been set up, everyone knows that drug dealers try to smuggle drugs into other states using people’s luggage. This is seriously ridiculous. Come on, America, this is a SHAME. I wish her the best and to her family, hope all goes fine." Kameel, USA

"This girl is innocent bring her home , Mr Howard she is an Australian citizen whose only crime is being in the wrong place at the wrong time, , there has been enough Australian lives lost in Bali please do not add another one , If Bali authorities had any sense and honour they would send Schapelle home where she belongs She is not a criminal the only criminals here are the people that are allowing this to happen." Julie, Sunbury, Victoria

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