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Ronald Reed’s Fourth Parole Hearing | Minneapolis News
Ronald Reed, convicted in 1970 for killing St. Paul officer James Sackett, faces his fourth parole hearing on August 11 — and the victim’s family, still reeling from the loss, fiercely opposes his release. Though Reed’s clean prison record and advanced age suggest low risk, the board must weigh public safety against the family’s enduring pain. Commissioner Paul Schnell reminds everyone that parole isn’t about justice, but risk — noting Reed’s years of community living without incident. With a decision expected same day, all eyes are on whether Reed will finally be freed or remain behind bars…
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