Fred Goldman, the father of Ron Goldman, reacts to OJ Simpson’s death with a blend of emotions. He expresses that while it marks the end of hope for true accountability, considering the civil judgment and Simpson’s “confession” in “If I Did It,” it also brings a sense of closure to a long, arduous journey seeking justice for Ron and Nicole.
Did OJ Admit to the Murders?
O.J. Simpson’s book, “If I Did It: Confessions of the Killer,” never explicitly states a confession to the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. However, the book’s entire premise is written from the hypothetical perspective of how he would have committed the crimes if he had done them.
This approach caused a lot of controversy. Here’s a breakdown:
- The Book’s Premise:Â The book is framed as a hypothetical account, with the title itself reflecting this. Simpson maintains he is innocent.
- Incriminating Details:Â Despite the hypothetical framing, the book includes details about the crime scene that only the killer would likely know. In a promotional interview, Simpson himself made some statements that could be interpreted as admissions of guilt.
- Public Outcry:Â The book’s publication was met with public outrage due to its perceived sensationalism and attempt to profit from the tragedy. The publi