Reginald Potts Speaks Out About Nailah Franklin
October 17, 2007 – 8:40 amPosted Under: society
When I woke to find a semi-dissertation in the comments section of one of my posts on Nailah Franklin, I thought, wth! And then I calmed down and said, okay, what do I do with that? I shared it with a few close friends and decided to make his comments a post. Please note I am basically reposting news reports from various sources just like I did with the Juanita Bynum incident. Here’s what he had to say about the facts in post 1 and post 2 about the disappearance and finally the discovery of Nailah Franklin’s body.
Update: Potts: I Did Not Murder Nailah
I would like to start by saying the last three weeks have been a living hell for me, my friends and my entire family. My prayers go out to the Franklin family, and I pray that God keeps Nailah close to him and allows her soul to rest. I have not had the time nor space to truly deal with how Nailah’s disappearance and death has affected me. I have had to endure from day one the false belief by many, including members of her own family, that I somehow played a role in her disappearance. I am saddened by this horrible belief some may have, and am deeply pained by the words that have been used to describe me. I have been label everything from a “murderer, stalker, killer, con-man, drug dealer, womanizer, evil man, and countless other insulting names. My name has been smeared all across the television, radio, internet, and print media. Everywhere I turn someone else is convicting me, and saying how I should rot in prison or hell for the rest of my life. This conviction is based solely on HEARSAY and GOSSIP!! There has not been one shred of information or evidence released by the authorities that indicates I was involved in the disappearance or death of Nailah Franklin. Additionally, I have never even been labeled as a suspect in her disappearance! Yet and still, the Media has associated my character and finally my name with this story to the point where any person who can read, listen to the radio, or watch a news cast, would believe I was involved. Because of these reports, my life has been threatened; my addresses have been circulated around the internet, along with pictures of myself and one of my daughters. There have been numerous threatening emails, voicemails, and text messages. There is also a reported contract on my life, which allegedly originated with members of Nailah’s family. I am well aware of how my character was first introduced to the authorities and media. During one of the first interviews after the missing person report was filed on behalf of Nailah, one of Nailah’s friends Dana McClellan stated to the media on camera that she had heard a threatening voicemail from one of Nailah’s former acquaintances. From that point forward my character, and then my name began to be smeared through the media. I have heard the authorities speak on the report of a threat, however I have NEVER heard if the police have independently verified that a threatening voicemail exist or existed. Yet that report from Ms. McClellan has been reported over and over as if it is a fact. Aside from Ms. McClellan’s statement, NOTHING else directly indicates my involvement in this situation.
MY RELATIONSHIP WITH NAILAH FRANKLIN
I met Nailah in the spring of 2006, we began having very random telephone conversations, and tried a few times to hang out, however we never connected in person partly due to her schedule, and my own obligations. When we did finally start seeing each other, I really enjoyed the time we spent together. She reminded me of a female version of myself, very tough, opinionated, outgoing, determined to succeed, funny and very passionate. We are both Aries, and share the same birthday. With both of us always feeling the need to have the last word, we always engaged in very interesting conversations. I remember her sister, Marina, telling me at a lunch she attended with Nailah and I, that Nailah’s nickname was “little moot”. She went on to say that the nickname came from their grandmother, who being the original “moot”, made it impossible for you to win an argument with her. So from that point forward, Nailah became “little moot” to me. At some point we became intimately involved. After a while things began to change. I had always stated that I was just dating and not looking for a serious relationship and she agreed at first. However, her feelings on us casually dating began to change after a while. There was also an issue that occurred when one of Nailah friends Alyssia Bailey, had her sister, who is a lawyer do a background check on me. This background check revealed that I had been arrested before. Nailah was hurt and angered by this because she felt she should have heard that from me, not another person. That caused a bit of tension, however after we talked about everything, and I gave her all the information about the past arrest, things were alright again. We continued to see each other on a causal level with no commitment. She told me she was dating other people, and she was well aware that I was dating a few other women also. Our only rule was, not to put each other at risk for anything, if we where indeed intimate with someone else. At some point Nailah started questioning why we didn’t hang out or go out to the movies or dinner. She felt that I saw our interaction on only one level, and she implied she needed and wanted more out of our interactions. I continued to state my position of not wanting a girlfriend, and that all the things she was trying to interest me in doing were gearing toward boyfriend/girlfriend interactions, which I was not ready for, nor interested in having. After each of these conversations, Nailah would say, “o.k. you need not be in my life anymore, I won’t call you, you don’t call me, and we’re done” And I would always say alright. However within a couple days or the most a couple weeks we would find ourselves back involved in an intimate situation. This type of back and forth, on again, off again interaction went on at least ten times before our last contact in mid August. She sent me a very heartfelt email on July 16th 2007, expressing her need to walk away from our situation. I didn’t respond to the email and I did as I had always done with her; give her, her space. If that was to truly be our “adios…” then that was fine with me, however I knew it would be a matter of time before she called or text me and our situation would resume again. And she did. She text me about a week later saying she missed me, and wanted to see me. Shortly after that I received an email, inviting me to attend her art show. We met for the last time in late August and had breakfast at Yolk on South Michigan Ave. We left that breakfast saying we would be friends. She informed me that she had met a new gentleman named Andre, and that she liked him a lot and that she expressed excitement about their possible future. She said they were not intimate yet, and that he lived kind of far. I gave her some advice on things she shouldn’t do in her new relationship, which always caused a problem for me, like pushing the boyfriend thing as hard as she did with me. Nailah, as most single women of her age do, had been dating several people while we were involved, there was a Northwestern Plastic surgeon, a young man who was in the music industry, and an old boyfriend she would still see. And she had no problem telling me of their existence. Our pattern showed that, every time one of those relationships heated up, she would give me her “adios” speech or email. I think this was done more so to get a reaction out of me, and to see if I would step up to the plate and enter into a committed relationship with her.
Around the 27th of August, I was on a boat with several women I know, and one of Nailah’s co-workers, Tiffany. Tiffany would later speak to Nailah about seeing me on the boat with another young lady. Tiffany informed me that once she told Nailah about seeing me on the boat, that Nailah began to ask who I was with and if I was dating the person I was on the boat with. Tiffany stated to me that she told Nailah, “you’re dating a new guy, Reginald is dating; don’t worry about what he’s doing”. However, I received a telephone call early on the morning of August 29th. It was from Nailah and she wanted to know how long I had been in this “serious” relationship with Tiffany’s friend. I didn’t like the way she was questioning me, so I hung up the phone. She called back and left a nasty voicemail (which I turned over to the police when I went to speak with them) calling me out of my name and stating I was wrong for not talking to her about “my new situation”. I did not return her call, or contact her by any means. However, approximately one week later on the 6th of September, I received an email from Nailah where I had been b.c.c’d. The email subject line “Your boy”, was sent to Dana McClellan, and Tiffany (Nailah’s co-worker, and the young lady from the boat) it read “This is so funny…” and it contained a link to the 2001 escape from the federal building which I was involved in. A few moments later I received another email from Nailah with the same information, but this one read, “So scary….such a loser”. I immediately called Tiffany, who said she had not received the email yet. I knew exactly what Nailah was doing. I figured she was upset when she heard that I was in a “serious” relationship that quickly, and she got more upset when I wouldn’t take her calls that morning. So she sent the federal escape article to Tiffany, whom she figured would tell the “new girl I was serious with” and I would be embarrassed. The article was not something she had just found out about, we had discussed it previously. I even sent the article to her last year when she first learned of my past arrest. Thinking her motivation was to embarrass me, I sat down with one of my friends and composed, what is now an email I truly regret sending. I sent her that very mean email dated September 6th where I state amongst other mean things,
“….you MADD that I won’t accept you calls or
Come f**k you when you call me at night, but talking shit and sending
around articles about shit I did years ago does not embarrass me, it only
makes you look bitter and desperate. As I told you before stop calling,
me testing me, stop trying figure out my moves or who I’m f***king,
just know that I don’t wanna f**k with you! However if you want to keep up
this kiddie shit and keep my name in your mouth, I’ll join you, and
start passing around copy’s of the tape that show my d*** in your mouth.
Up to you, cause as I’ve said before there is
nothing you can say!
Or do that will hurt, embarrass, or stop me from doing me. Just get over
it, I don’t want your goofy ass! Have good day young lady.”
After sending Nailah this email she replied with the following…..
Date: Mon, 10 Sep 2007 21:14:21 -0700 (PDT)
From: “Nailah Franklin”
Subject: FYI
To: “Reginald”
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I have filed a police report, I will be gettina an order of protection tomorrow. You will not threaten me with those videos, I will have you locked up for taking them from my house. If you come anywhere near me you will be back in jail, I promise. You are crazy, you disrespect women, you are a bully, you are a extremely hateful, but you are not going to bully me. You are messing with the wrong chick this time. I will have you locked up where you belong for good!
Nailah
Nailah Franklin
The only issue of a threat came up in the emails dated (9/6) and (9/10), about me releasing a video of us together; I have never threatened the life of Nailah. This was one of last exchanges that I had with Nailah Franklin. Of course in hind sight I truly regret that those last interactions were like that. I had no Idea Nailah would later come up missing and ultimately become a victim of a violent crime. My email was a harsh way of saying, move on with your life, and stop worrying about me. We all have had difficult “break-up’s (if that’s the right word to use) I am sure that the reaction that people have when they read the email, is due to the fact that she is no longer with us. And no one should talk bad about a deceased person, especially when that person was a victim of crime. The email was a mean thing to send, and I know I could have found a better way to relay my feelings instead of being mean-spirited. However, being mean-spirited in that email does not make me a murderer, nor does it mean that I am talking about Nailah now in a negative way or trying to dirty up her image in order to remove the spotlight of all the public’s gossip off of me. I believe the truth and the facts of the situation will do that, not me talking about Nailah. Because, no matter what issues caused our interaction to cease, this was still a young lady who made me smile and with whom I had a wonderful time, when we were in agreement about our interaction and the direction of our relationship. I have had the difficult time of grieving for her, feeling sorrow for the fact that, the last interactions we had were nasty emails, and also trying to protect myself and family from the hateful gossip that is being spread about me. Lastly, I will take a few moments to address some of the misconceptions that have circulated about me.
1. Nailah never did any Real Estate transactions for me or through my company, and I did not owe her any money from a deal gone bad.
2. We were NOT boyfriend and girlfriend
3. She was not about to expose me for some illegal activity. I don’t engage in any illegal practices.
4. She did not ruin a relationship with the mother of my Daughter, by telling her we had been involved, that relationship was already over.
5. I am not a DRUG DEALER! I have never been arrested on any illicit drug charges.
6. I have an order of protection from May 2007 for grabbing a cell phone out of my daughter’s mother hand. No physical abuse occurred only the grabbing of the phone. (read the reports from Dupage County)
7. The second order of protection came from September 2007, when I kicked on the front door of the house my daughter lives in and demanded to see my daughter, again no physical abuse was involved. Trust me when I say, I am not making excuses for my actions
I just want people to be informed that the orders of protections did not come from violence toward any women
8. I am not sure why Nailah’s sisters refused to acknowledge the fact that they know of me. I had lunch with Marina and Nailah over the summer, and Leiha called me the day after Nailah’s disappearance.
9. The emails that were released over the internet were not done at my request, and I did not have any prior knowledge about them being leaked. I sent those emails along with several voice messages that were left by Nailah, to a handful of my friends, to explain the situation to them, and most importantly to safeguard them from possible deletion; due to my previous contact with law enforcement. As it has already been reported, I had an encounter with the Chicago F.B.I. in the summer of 2001, where I escaped their custody after being arrested on a warrant. Once I learned of their involvement in this investigation, my thoughts immediately centered on the anger they had toward me from that escape, which caused them a great deal of embarrassment, and I believe resulted in several agents being disciplined.
10. As for my arrest this past Friday on charges of verbal assault of a gas station security guard, that incident happened as follows; While sitting in the BP food mart with a female friend of mine I noticed the security guard motioning and pointing in my direction to several gas station attendants’ and customers. My friend then over heard him state to one of them that I was the person in the news who was responsible for the murder of Nailah Franklin. Two Chicago Police officers walked into the BP, and the security guard repeated this same statement to them. When I left the BP’s food mart and returned to my car the officers circled around my car twice, and as I pulled out I was followed, then pulled over. The reason I was given for the stop was due to them not being able to see my license plate sticker. I called 911 and ask that a supervisor be sent to the scene, because I felt like I was being hararassed. When the supervisor arrived and I explain the issue, I was told “you know we have our eye on you, you got to expect this to happen”. I was placed in handcuffs and driven to the station, were I was given a traffic ticket and released. While there in the station, the officer responded to my complaints about being harassed by saying the security guard told them about me, and that they were not harassing me. When I later went into the gas station for gas, (which is a block away from my house) I recorded my entrance on my cell phone video recorder, I saw the security guard and asked why he would continue to spread such rumors about me. I told him if he did not witness anything first hand, then he should shut his mouth. I left, and two days later I was arrested by my home while talking on the phone. I tried to show the police the video I have of the entire situation, but they refused to look at it or listen to what really happened. (I still have that recording in my possession) I was charged with verbal assault, a misdemeanor. I was told it normally takes 1-4 hours to be processed out of the police station for a misdemeanor offense; I was placed in a cold room with no food for more then 26 hours, before I was released. My lawyer was even made to wait almost three hours to see me.
In closing, this horrible tragedy has been extremely trying on my spirit and emotional strength. I have lost several business related deals, had casual acquaintances’ look at me with an eye of suspicion, and even experienced the complete break down of interaction with the mothers’ of my daughters. I humbly ask that the hateful energy that has been expressed toward me cease! I was not involved in this senseless crime, and continue to be affected by the gossip based convictions I am receiving. I pray the Media’s momentum in my direction; will not stop the law enforcement agencies’ investigating this crime from effectively looking at all possible leads and persons of interest. I ask all those who have rushed to judge me on gossip, to take moment and remember the gentleman from Atlanta, Richard Jewel. Mr. Jewel was thought to be the 1996 Olympic bomber, his life was destroyed by the Medias rush to judge and all the frenzy that comes with the power of reporting on emotionally charged stories. Later it was learned that he in fact had nothing to do with the bombing, (another man was charged and confessed to the bombing) and ironic as it may have sounded to those who reported his involvement in that crime; he(Mr. Jewel) was actually assisting people and trying to get them away from the blast site. Never the less, when the truth did finally surface, Mr. Jewels life had be turned upside down and inside out, and he stated years later that he had never recovered from that awful period in his life.
My sincere prayers will continue to go out to the family, and friends of Nailah. I know this must be a difficult period for them. As a young man who was raised in a home with five sister’s and a single mother, I do not even wish to imagine how my life would have been affected if something like this had happened to one of them. As the father of three beautiful daughters, this situation makes me want to hug them a little tighter, and protect them even more, from the world in which we live. May God bless and comfort all who have been affected by this terrible loss of a woman whose life was just beginning.
Reginald Potts, Jr.
October 10, 2007
Update: Reginald Potts Finally Charged with the Nailah Franklin Murder
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77 Responses to “Reginald Potts Speaks Out About Nailah Franklin”
did you remove the video as she claimed. whose video was it and why did you take it? where is the video now?
By G Capezzi on Oct 17, 2007
each person is innocent until proven guilty and each person’s
life & death on earth serves as lessons to us all. I do not
sit in judgement of Mr. Potts other than to say he has
serious issues with women. His issues are not uncommon
to the African American community.
he is only one example of
the decay of society and our lack of morals, lack of
true love for one another, quick
tempers and our angry dispositions.
By LALA on Oct 17, 2007
After reading all that (and thank you princess for publishing it) I still think dude is in some way involved - aka guilty. Not saying that he did it - but if he didnt… he knows who did.
By Ralph on Oct 17, 2007
this guy is a liar and killer. Notice how he leaves out much that is unflattering to him. For example the FULL email where he comments on details on their sex. What a narcissist. This “essay” has been posted on numerous sites - dozens. Get a lawyer to advise you stupid. Making your case on message boards is not going to help you
By U.R.A.Killer on Oct 18, 2007
“Judge not less ye be judged!” thats all I have to say!
By Carmenia on Oct 18, 2007
Wow! This Reginald Potts character is not hurt by the fact that, Nailah Franklin is dead at all, in fact it’s all about him. It’s amazing how he sound so cold and distant about a woman he was once intimate and or involved with. There are no emotions in his words at all! And because he is so eager to clear his name, he sounds very GUILTY! The hurt and devastation alone, would render me speechless and I wouldn’t give a damn what’s being said about me.
By Lisa L on Oct 18, 2007
OMG! Mr. Potts how long did it take for you to write this mess? How many rough drafts did you have to toss in the trash? You, you, you…You want us all to believe that Nailah (with her extremely busy lifestyle) was that consumed with you. Honey, please. You say their is no evidence released to support your “possible” guilt in all this. See released is the key word. I am sure some exist. See its funny to me how you communicated with her by email; then her laptops come up missing. How you mentioned in your email that you and her used to go to dinner together-her vehicle was seen at the Outback in Lansing. What I think happened was: you got angry about her releasing that story to your new boo. When you sent her that email trying to degrade her…that was your warning to her to back off. Instead, she called your bluff. You don’t seem like the type to like anyone testing your man hood. That is why you went back to the gas station to confront the security gaurd. I may not have the facts but maybe it was you that had dinner with her, or sent the text from her phone saying she was at dinner. The fact that she was found naked and this email you have sent stating the so called facts just proves to me that you are the one behind this. You stripped her and left her dead, just like you are trying to strip her from her good rep.
By TheTruthWILLComeOut on Oct 18, 2007
He did it
I am not fooled by that essay nor should all of you. He did it. Period.
He will soon be caught
Reginald - just because u got away dosent mean it was OK. Its just a matter of time.:neutral:
By Thetruth on Oct 18, 2007
By kim on Oct 19, 2007
Potts MAY or MAY NOT be telling the truth.
We don’t know 100% whether he’s innocent or guilty as the devil.
This is what we DO KNOW: IF, and yes I said “IF”, he killed her, he didn’t do it directly he used someone else. That someone else PREMEDITATED the murder and planned it out pretty well. The Police usually catch people fast because they were sloppy and dumb. People who plan take a little while longer to catch.
If Potts DID do it, the money trail is what will get him. To the police I say, “follow the money”. Did Potts let go of $10K to $50K+ in cash recently? At the end of the money trail you’ll find the killer.
Personally, Potts, I think you did it based on your psycholoical make-up….
…And I believe that OJ Simpson is innocent (based on evidence - but that’s another story).
By Mr. Tyr on Oct 19, 2007
yeah I think he did it too, his defense is reiterated and rehearsed on every blog. I hope Nailah haunts his ass, because she sure won’t rest in peace!
By Lisa L on Oct 20, 2007
I truly think that this man is innocent of this crime! I believe that he had nothing to do with this! I think that he has had trouble with his baby’s mama’s and prior situations with the law, but none of that has proved that he murdered Ms. Franklin or had anything to do with her disappearance.
If he seems to have no feelings or seems a little distant and cold hearted about all of this, I think that it is normal; 1) we can not tell through writing one’s feelings 2) when it feels as though the world is attacking us, all people esp. men build up a wall to protect themselves.
If she had not disappeared and been murdered and all of the emails and a sex tape had showed up on the internet then she would have been considered a HOE, who was just hatin because a man that she wanted has moved on! But because she was murdered (believe me I would not wish death on anyone, because I just lost an immediate family member and a death like her’s is even worse) we have all given her ANGEL wings or even the title.
I feel very sorry for Mr. Potts and he along with the Franklin family are in my prayers.
This is like a young girl being called a “hoe” no matter if she did or did not do any thing she is know as a “hoe” and no matter what she does she never escapes that title. Please be watch where you place titles.
By shay on Oct 21, 2007
We really dont know what happened but in ending relationships things get heated. We only know how people act on the basis that we deal with them. Nailah (God rest her soul) may have been the sweetest peron when it comes to friend and family and a relationship with a good honest gentlemen but when it came to a womanizer she may have not known how to deal with that. This may have been because of her kindness she couldn’t imagine anyone being so charming then turning so cold. Some men get that way after they get what they want then become ready for a new victim. If he did do maybe it was done in the heat of the moment. Imagine this: They met, they argued (it was stated she does not back down) He killed her while in a rage then had to make it look as though she was raped knowing they wouldn’t find his dna. Either way it was sensless.
By who knows on Oct 21, 2007
Here is the thing
Reginald ~ I know you are staying up all night reading this.. I want you to read the following words carefully ~ I know people are attacking you left and right but please understand something
A wonderfully talent young black woman was murdered horribly and that was an attack to all of us. You are correct ~ none of us have any real evidence and we dont know if you were behind it. But Reginald you were the only one with a reall Motive and a real temper to back it.
If you did that to Naliah ~ I wont judge you here or even say where you will go after death ~ but I will say that Jesus was watching you ~ and you did not get away. Reginald you have daughters ~ what if it were one of them? You should have seen the pain you caused her mother at the funeral ~ you are a parent I know you understand…
By TheTruth on Oct 22, 2007
His myspace page is back up and running.
By Travini on Oct 22, 2007
I live in the Bronx and have be following this case from the beginning. For some reason I don’t think this Potts fellow did it. Could she have dating a co-worker. Or what about this dude named Andre? There is a lot of pressure on the police to find this culprit and I would hate to see the wrong brother get convicted because of this. Someone respond is this might make a little sense
By sandy on Oct 22, 2007
This is so deep. I reserve to rush judgement. But this is why folks should take the time out an investigate new relatrionships. I know it is costly but in the end it could save your life.
By rose on Oct 22, 2007
I beg to differ with the post from the person stating that Nailah was a hoe, that’s Potts tactic and reasoning for disclosing the sex tape info all over the net, don’t you get it? He wanted to scar this girl’s rep the reason being she was found naked. so if he is innocent as you want to believe, his actions damn sure scream guilt loud and clear!
By Lisa L on Oct 22, 2007
If this guy is in fact not guilty of any fowl play, it sounds like he is the victim of his own nonsense: running around putting his penis in random women and getting them pregnant. After reading the emails and getting the jest of their ‘relationship’, it doesnt really paint a pretty picture of either of them. While he was running around playin hide the sausage, she was quite frankly caught up more than she cared to elude to in her emails. I mean if someone was going to film me in a compromising position sexually, I better be in love and not care of the possible reprecussions.
In the end, it doesnt matter what she did, how she acted, or said….no one deserves to die and be thrown away like she was. It just makes me ill that no one will ever know what she was capable of in her lifetime. And now we’ll never know.
By Dr_B>chgo on Oct 23, 2007
Because I wasn’t there and I have no concrete proof, I cannot say who killed her. But I will say to Reginald Potts that your statement shows your age and immaturity. The emails regarding you and Nailah’s sexual history should not have been included in your statement. Even if you are telling the truth, those emails/text messages left a bad taste in everyone’s mouth, mind and heart. You have no idea how inappropriate that was. In addition, you obviously do not have an attorney or someone handling this situation, because under no circumstances should you have released a statement and especially a statement such as this. Also, I have heard hundreds of comments and stories, but I still had never heard your actual name, until you sent out this message. You also sent the message that I received, using your exact name, business name, phone number, fax number, etc. etc. That was extremely foolish because there are people out here that are truly crazy enough to visit you. The best thing for you to do now is to mature up, man up and be quiet and let an attorney handle everything for you in the future. God bless to everyone here and please realize that vengence is handled by God. Let Him handle his job while we use the power of prayer. Take care everyone!
By Chinawhite on Oct 24, 2007
I agree with the above post about him being foolish in releasing that statement and not really having much maturity. I can tell there is really no attorney working with him. I actually feel sorry for him, because weather or not he is guilty this guy is in a living hell. I do think he is a victum of his own actions and everything that goes around does come around ~ here is the proof.
I saw his myspace page, and I think it was silly to post pics of his daughters. People out there are crazy and there are plenty of people that will stop at nothing to see him hurt. I just think they should be left out of the spotlight.
I dunno. Only God truly knows. If I had to put money, I would say he is guilty put I have no proof to convict. I want to know who is responsibe for this, Nailah deserves at least that. I hope what was done in the dark truly comes to light.
By TheTruth on Oct 25, 2007
Wow, this is all so crazy. I myself had never heard this gentleman’s full name until he released it himself. I don’t know if he is guilty or innocent but he has a long tough road ahead of him.
As far as his history with women, I know all too many men who have had and still having issues with the “baby momma.” People should stop judging other peoples relationships. No one is perfect in life or when it comes to matters with the heart. As a woman, I know it is not easy dating out here so we all need to be very, very, and very careful of who we deal with.
My only wish is for the REAL killer to be caught and punished.
By Kay on Oct 25, 2007
All I can say is “HOLY SHIT”! Mr. Potts do you have any feeling about Nailah’s death? Are you sad and outraged by her senseless murder? Why on earth would you posts this message? If you are trying to clear your name this isn’t the smartest way to do it. I don’t will not judge you. If you are innocent you will still have to answer to GOD for this cruel and immature message that you have posted all over the web. Nailah Franklin did not deserve these words. Haven’t she suffered enough? God Bless you and have mercy on your soul!
R.I.P Nailah Franklin
G
By G on Oct 25, 2007
Unfortunatley, our young sisters are losing ground as well as their self-eteem dealing with men who do not respect them or their bodies. Looking for love where there is only sex! All that being said, what ever moral character reginald has that does not mean he is a murderer!
By reesie on Oct 25, 2007
Mr. Potts, why did you feel it was necessary to post the email? I hope I never get involved with anyone like you.
R. I. P. Nailah
By Proud Black Woman on Oct 25, 2007
That is just so sad,lame, and pathetic. And WRONG.:mad:
I really don’t think RP posted that. It was probably a friend. Cause why would a man with all this stuff going on in his life,come on to all these blogs claiming his innocence. Who are we to him? Do we really matter? Is it really important he gets his point across to us?
Notice majority the websites/blogs they/he did come on to,were female blogs.
Is this to prove he is a nice guy,and that he is not an evil person?
What about those emails? Something was left out, for a reason..
I don’t think this is adding up..
And why haven’t we looked at her boyfriend that she was with at the time, Mr.Wright..have we all forgot about him?
Why did it take him sooo long to get to Chicago that week she went missing?
Im just saying,we have to open our eyes just a little bit more. Look at everyone that may have had dealings with her..during that week/weekend.
Something tells me this case won’t be solved unless someone comes forward.
By Gina Fershgenet on Oct 26, 2007
The one thing I want to convey about this case is that sisters can never be to sure of whom they are hooking up with. We have to be forever diligent in our selection of men. I sickens me to think about how many other bright and beautiful sisters wound up like Nailah. Ladies you can never be to careful, and my brother’s the same thing doubles for you. I plan on keeping a very close eye on this case even from the Bronx. I’d like to see whoever did this pay dearly. Someone please reply
By Sandy from the Bronx on Oct 26, 2007
I agree with the above post ~ this case is not going to be solved unless someone comes forward
PLEASE, IF YOU ARE READING THIS AND YOU KNOW ANYTHING LET THE NEAREST LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY KNOW…I AM BEGGING YOU. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT THE HOTTEST PLACES IN HELL ARE RESERVED FOR THOSE WHOM IN A CRITICAL TIME DID NOTHING…….
And as for the other above poster, that message was written and posted by Reginald Potts himself……because he told me.
By TheTruth on Oct 26, 2007
No matter what your opinions are, no matter what you believe, people please here is what I would put money on
REGINALD POTTS KILLED NAILAH FRANKLIN. (or had her murdered)
I wouldnt say if I didnt FIRMLY believe it in my heart…and I mean FIRMLY.
By Compassion on Oct 26, 2007
Okay, so like I said majority females on these blogs have made up there mind on who is guilty… I really really hope this case gets solved by the end of this year.
On another blog (http://www.topix.com/forum/city/calumet-city-il/TRH7PRKNGTH3ANGFJ/p21)I read that R.P went public with this situation, and the interview is suppose to be in the Suntimes.
By Gina Fershgenet on Oct 27, 2007
Thanks to all of you keeping readers updated and those who are keeping the comments relevant.
By Miss Princess Dominique on Oct 27, 2007
I think he is just simply IGNORANT and that she got caught up. I think no less of her…I still think she was an awesome, headstrong, successful and smart young woman! His immature childish words or the intimate information he released, does not tarnish her in any way as far as I am concerned (he has no credibility). She was a passionate woman…we are all looking for Mr. Right! The number one rule is that whatever goes on in the bedroom STAYS in the bedroom (grown-ups know this), there is no way that WE should know what transpired intimately between them. He presented himself as something he wasn’t (a gentlemen) and she had a hard time getting him out of her system! She had become enamored with him which caused her to struggle in her attempts stop the intimacy. I have been involved with someone like that!. I am glad that she found Mr. Wright and pray she found the happiness she sought! I think that the “boat” incident really hurt her and she wanted him to hurt him back, which is why she sent the link. Probably not the right thing to do but it didn’t warrant what she got back. I also think that the viciousness and cruelty he displayed in his email to her….finally ended it for her. I believe had she not been murdered that she would have finally been done with him! Mr. Potts showing his truly ugly hateful side was something that she needed to see in order to help her to move forward and see how much of a LOSER he really was. It was her release from him….as crazy as that may sound. Further, I believe that the coincidence is too great that she just happened to become a victim of a senseless murder during all of this. I believe that Mr. Potts…knows people who “take care of problems” and that he viewed her as a problem! I pray that someone comes forward cuz I know in my heart that Mr. Potts knows more than what he is saying. With that said, I would like to tell Mr. Potts not to post anything else but if he insists on running his mouth..he should confess to the police! Do something meaningful….cuz this crap you posted here certainly wasn’t!
I hope you never get a good night’s sleep and please know that everything you touch will turn bad and you know why! You can’t treat people like that! You have daughters, man! How come you are disrespecting women like this? Treat them like you want your daughters treated. What goes around comes around!
By juststunned on Oct 28, 2007
Mr Potts I am happy to hear your side of the story and I do believe one is innocent until proven gulity. When I originally heard about the protection orders, I knew there had to be a reason that you were not a suspect yet and your emal clarified that. Everyone can admire Nailah and what she had accomplished BUT sending an email about your past arrest history was immature and I would have been just as perturbed as you were. I am so surprised to hear that no one is in your defense regarding that! Dating is dating and though it does not feel good when someone ends a relationship with you especially after you have been intimate several times, made a tape, etc., , no one owes you a commitment and I know how it feels when someone is not getting the message and NOTHING you can say seems to work and I also know how it feels to be into someone that wants nothing more than an intimate relationship with you when you desire so much more. Life is not always fair. I have been on both sides of the fence. It looks as though both of you were on those opposite sides with different vantage points. If what you say is true, I can now understand the email exchanges. One note, if a woman is constantly having sex with you, she wants to be with you and it is always better to just stop spending any time with her or having sex with her. Most of us can not to seperate our bodies from our emotions unlike men. Also, Nailah should have stopped seeing you as well if she was not getting what she wanted and certainly should not have done a tape without that commitment. I do not feel that Nailah DESERVED to die for sending an email about your record and I am not saying that that is the reason she died. I hope that EVIDENCE will prove who her killer is and the motive, until then the media has focused on you without public evidence and I hope that there will be a resolution soon. Your email made sense and unfortuntaely Nailah is not around to tell her side of the story. I hope and pray to GOD that the truth will eventually surface and we can stop stating what we THINK happened and come to understand what we KNOW. I will say a prayer for BOTH of your families until then.
By Carol on Oct 28, 2007
Your email……was unbelievably degrading!! You can not be with a woman and have her in an intimate way……then turn it into something nasty! I believe that was hitting below the belt. So, we have EVIDENCE that you are evil, mean-spirited and not a gentleman! There is some good in all of this…..there won’t be anymore women taken in by your “game”. How you can so easily degrade and discard others feelings is beyond me. If you know someone is caught up..then you be the man and break it off for good. You are a taker! Women, please know that whatever you share with him will mean nothing to him!! He is the kind of man (lack of better word) that out mothers warned us about! We know what you are capable of……that EVIDENCE is quite clear and anything else that comes out will not surprise me!
By juststunned on Oct 28, 2007
I do not think that Mr. Potts had anything to do with the unforturnate demise of Nailah. I feel sadden by this whole ordeal and I would like for justice to be served to whom ever is responsible. Mr. Potts, you keep your head up and stay in prayer.
My heart goes out to Reginald, Nailah and her family. I am 30 and as I look back on my life and past experiences I am overjoyed that God saw fit to protect me when I did not protect myself. This should be a wake up call to all young women who live life like there is no tomorrow, because one day it just might not be one.
By cocodrop on Oct 28, 2007
Well it looks like R.P went public with this. Here is part of the interview they had on the news.
http://www.myfoxchicago.com/myfox/pages/Home/Detail?contentId=4765905&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=VSTY&pageId=1.1.1
By Gina F. on Oct 29, 2007
IMO that response was comprised by an extremely narcissistic sociopath.. No Remorse no compassion and completely manipulative…. His background would show that this is an individual who is hell-bent on vengeance and retribution if you cross him… Just from known information, he threatened an FBI agent and a Gas station attendant who crossed him… Retribution driven… This wasn’t a crime of passion like everyone initially thought… this was an act of revenge and retribution… and probably an act committed by a paid killer… I am surprise his lawyer would let him post these messages and make tv appearances since profilers can see right through this. Though a through narcissist would be convinced in his mind that he could sway our thoughts into his favor… What an unfortunate situation for this poor girl and her family… But as stated, speculation is speculation… We can judge his character, but at this time we unfortunately don’t have any evidence to judge him for Nailah’s death…
By Dale on Oct 30, 2007
My heart goes out to the family of Nailah. Mr. Potts seems to be a jerk but it does not make him a killer. There are many men in the world who disrespect women and Mr. Potts is defiantly one of them. I would like to see more effort put on who Ms. Franklin knew and because she was a field rep, who she may have interacted with as part of her professional business. Nailah was a very beautiful woman and probably got asked out by many guys who she turned down. If Mr. Potts is not the killer the real killer is still out there and is probably not being looked at because so much focus is on Mr. Potts. Killers are sometimes very smart and if someone knew her they may have also knew it would be the Wright time to harm her and get away with it, because of the problems she was having with Mr Potts. I use to be a field rep also and you meet allot of people and when you are working and want to make a sell your job never ends. Some appointments go un-noted, if you have to get to an appointment in a hurry. God Knows the truth and he sees all. I did not know her but the story touchd my life. I want to read about her keller being found. Everyone that knows her think about the less likely people also, because you never know.
By DE DE on Oct 30, 2007
He may or may not be guilty but no one knows exactly what happened between Nailah and Reginald but them. Many women get upset when the man they fall for doesn’t want them, then to see that man committed to someone else, she was probably hurt. No disrespect, but given all the everyone is praising Nailah for, she may have thought that every man should be proud to be with her. Sorry to say, she ran across the wrong man who thought he was messing with the “wrong chick.” Someone got tired of her and her shit. I’m sorry she was humiliated in her death by being laid out naked but someone was sending a message.
By Tee on Oct 30, 2007
I believe a woman was involved with this as well. Like I said,before it is all over with, so many lives are going to be exposed, stuff we don’t even need to know.
I, like others would like for the person who did this to come forward. Or someone who knows something to come forwar:mad:d.
By Gina F. on Oct 30, 2007
Have they arrested anyone yet for the murder of nailah? RG did a interview in the Chicago sun times, against the wishes of his Attorney. The writer is Mary Mitchell. I really feel sorry for this Reginald Potts, because he has made a mess of his life. His behavior towards women is horrible. I believe the police are monitoring him and its just a matter of time before he is arrested in the murder of Nailah. Yes, I believe a woman was involved in the murder. I believe the Police are investigating…digging real deep!! Before they make the arrest of all involved. Someone knows what happened beside the murdered….I read where one of RG’s friend is responsib,e for circulating the emails between him and Ms. Franklin.
By bebe on Oct 30, 2007
Did Reginald ever attend Howard University. He looks just like this guy that my roommate dated from Chicago. I forget his name but he had her stressed all the time. If anyone knows let me know.
By sjs on Oct 31, 2007
I’d love to know if he did too.
By Miss Princess Dominique on Oct 31, 2007
Reggie
Maybe u did’t kill her but you hired someone to do this ungodly thing to a human were you that upset. at anyrate please turn your self in the police know who did it and it all points to u dear and by the way how will u look with a d—up your a– everyday that’s what you will get in jail darling no I do not know the Franklin family but my heart goes out to them for the murder that didnt have to happen
Chicago Finest Get Him Off The Street ASAP:lol:
By ladye on Nov 1, 2007
Reggie
YOU ARE IN BIG TROUBLE MESSING WITH CHICAGO FINEST
PLEASE HURRY UP AND LOCK HIM UP HE’S A REAL NUT CASE
Chicago Finest Get Him Off The Street ASAP:lol:
By ladye on Nov 1, 2007
This entire situation is very disturbing! The biggest question I have is why are so many people having casual unprotected sex? This is insane!!! Are they still too ignorant to acknowledge that you can’t decide who is AIDS infected by looks! Look at the many beautiful faces of AIDS infected people! They look like you and me……
As I said this is all very disturbing……..
My spiritual thoughts and prayers are with the family and the many friends of this beautiful young lady, who lost her life simply because she fell in love…..
By Terri Elizabeth on Nov 3, 2007
Ok, I may be going against the grain here, but I really don’t believe that Mr. Potts has anything to do with this. You never know, but quite honestly, I don’t believe that he is SMART (for a lack of a better phrase) enough to get away with this situation for this long, I don’t believe MOST OF US would be able to get away with this crime this long…AND I know I’m highly intelligent! It takes a “special” kind of individual to execute something like this. I believe that the perpetrator is someone that had NO IDEA what strong ties Nailah OBVIOUSLY has with her family. I also believe that the people in her life probably knew nothing or very little about this individual. Let’s face it, we ALL are GROWN, and NO MATTER how tight you are with your family and friends, it is very likely that they may not know EVERY SINGLE move you make. There is just SOME stuff you don’t care to divulge!!! I’ve studied the situation just as everyone else has, and I believe that the person who is responsible for this is A)EXTREMELY INTELLIGENT, B)VERY NARCISSISTIC, C)PERHAPS A HUGE SECRET…for WHATEVER reason (could be married, taboo…ANYTHING!) and D)HAD NO IDEA THAT HE WOULD HAVE SUCH A HUGE CROWD ON HIS ASS TO ANSWER TO About her death….or maybe he didn’t care….God complex. Essentially, so far her killer has gotten away with murder….Obviously Mr. Potts didn’t get away with too much, BECAUSE HE HAS A RECORD!!! I dunno, just a thought.:idea:
By anotherp.o.v. on Nov 6, 2007
Another P.O.V… Another Point of View…I will so happy when you hear the result of this. Then people can stop assuming that this guy can’t cause harm. .
By Gina on Nov 6, 2007
Gina….I feel what you are saying, and I do feel that he is incredibly capable of causing harm,….I just don’t think that he is THAT slick. We all want to know who is responsible for this madness. Hopefully it will be revealed soon. Im just immensely bothered how the media seems to be allowing this case to die down. I understand that they aren’t going to tell the public “everything”, but I just don’t want them behaving as if the locating of her body was the end. We all want answers.
By anotherp.o.v on Nov 7, 2007
Still many questions remain…… I’m not saying he is guilty nor that he is innocent. Yet, if he is innocent, as much as he seems to want to prove his own innocence…. Why not provide the details as to where he was and who he was with the night Nailah went missing? Also, if she in fact had dinner @ Outback, there must have been many people to confirm who she was @ dinner with. There are cameras through out many streets, highways, were those videos reviewed???
It’s beyond me to understand why this person has not been caught…..
By Confused on Nov 7, 2007
Reading all the comments and the emails from Mr. Hicks are food for thought. This case does speak to us… it speaks about us individually and collectively as a nation. These is far too much murder and degradation of women in OUR community and in the country as a whole. This case is very very personal. I live in Virginia. I’ve never been to Chicago but of all the women who posted comments we see ourselves in Nailah. She represented all we have aspired to be and all we want our daughters to be…She was successful, stood up for hersel and yes, was vulnerable. We’ve all been there. But as someone earlier commented God protects us when we don’t protect ourselves. I can’t imagine the pain this family has for the loss of someone so special. God will heal… yes, continue to pray for them. As far as Mr. Hick is concerned, what he did say reveals a lot about him. He wanted to disgrace her in life and the killer wanted to do that in her death. He did not do that for me. She was so special to us that we took time to affirm her existance and we never knew her. Ladies we are full of intuition and I smell a RAT. Yes, we can be sure that what is done in the darkness surely will come to the light….that’s a principle of God we can be assured of. Yes, there was motive and opportunity on the part of Mr. Hicks but the police aren’t going to blow this one by not doing an intensive investigation. The people involved will be charged. I’m sure of that…. the truth shall come to pass even if it tarries… Be blessed
By Gwen on Nov 10, 2007
If anyone hasn’t already, why don’t you all take a look at him making a fool of himself http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-f2-ZnSehw.
By Gina on Nov 10, 2007
I don’t know if he is guilty or not and everyone deserves a fair chance. Whoever killed this woman I feel knew her. This was a crime of anger considering how she was murdered. It just amazes me how secretive this case has been and no details have come out about the investigation. Let’s be fair to Mr. Potts and let the police conduct their investigation. We all have our suspicisions, but they are not based on any facts, but on speculation. Be fair and pray that the killer of this lovely woman is found, so he can not do this to anyone else.
By Eddie B. on Nov 28, 2007
So this is what you meant when you said things were crazy in Chicago…I thought you were talking about the loss of your relative? Hadn’t heard from you in a while and googled your name much too my suprise my search landed me to this. Your crew in California is keeping you in their prayers.
By M.E. on Nov 28, 2007
why did Reggie do it? Thats what the questions start coming in,hell to this day I been goin back and forth with text exchanges with this guy from chicago,it all started when he called me a bitch.And that is very disrespectful,and I am taking him to court for harassment.But,I know it is more to their liitle sextape,yes she threaten to go to the police,but damn killed.We all know its more to it than a damn emali,and tape.We must pray for both families,black people this must stopUsing the N word,Hoe,and calling us bitches.Lets stop this,and show other cultures we are moving ahead.
By ms. Nicholson on Dec 9, 2007
I think its sad what happened to such a beautiful person. I always suspected that Reginald Potts Jr did it…why would one go to such means to prove innocence regardless of what the media or others have to say. Sure, everyone in life feels the need at one point or another to prove something…but all his speaking out and his myspace page degrading her looks terrible. Come on now…I didnt know Nailah, but she wouldnt go to great means to file an order of protection from that one stupid email. Alot of people read those emails and started trying to see from his point of view…little did people remember that when she first disappeared it was stated that she had been receiving threats against her LIFE and sometimes was afraid to even sleep at home alone. Soo…I am glad that he was finally charged in her murder and may God have mercy on your soul for taking such a precious life away from this world.
By april m. on Dec 10, 2007
All that talk. I said it on Oct. 18th, he did it. I knew he was the one that made the calls from her phone to make it look like she was still alive. All he did was give us his motive because we all knew he was guilty. I hope that she is at peace. God rest her soul.
By TheTruthWILLComeOut on Dec 11, 2007
The bottom line is, no one has a clue who killed this girl, not even the damn police. For this case to be as HUGE as it is, they(meaning the family and police) have not come out and said a whole lot. I mean really, if my sister died a horrible death like Nailah, me and my family would be all on tv, radio and beating the streets with the police to find her muderer. After all this time has past since finding her body, ALL they could take to the Grand Jury was some phone records! Ok, he wasn’t where he says he was, so what! That dont make him a murderer. My heart goes out to the family for there loss and I pray that they find the true killer, or at least some better evidence on Reginald if he did do it. Hate to see another innocent brother go to jail for a crime he didn’t commit. Don’t let the police send yall off, it’s an election year and basically they got jobs to keep. So let’s make this quick and put this on the brother with the F@&*ed up record that she was currently at odds with. Yeah, sounds good but no sale, I aint buying it! Got Motive:?: I think not! If any of you’ve had the chance to read the last months worth of e-mails between Mr. Potts and Nailah, I think you would agree that she was the bitter one. Not because he was “stalking” her, but quite the opposite, he was playin’ her and she thought she was too hot for that, especially after she had let him tape her doin’ her thang! It’s definitely a very sad and dreadful thing that happened to her but her death doesn’t erase who she truly was. And that’s not to say that she was a bad person or that she deserved to die like that, because know one deserves that. But the streets are mean and getting meaner! We would all like to remember our deceased loved ones in a good light, but let’s keep it real, I cant say that my “Uncle Leroy” was an upstanding citizen when he died with a bullet to the back trying to rob someone’s home. And ladies, yall know like I know, you dont make a sex tape with someone that has made it CLEAR to you that you are NOT their woman, and then say, “I don’t usually do this”. That’s B.S. She was into more than everyone is speaking on, and I could understand the family not wanting to talk about that, but dont let the police send an innocent man to jail because it’s convinient and they want to look good! The girl said herself that she was dealing with a few men, but I guess no one else had prior convictions huh! That’s crazy!
And Ms. Lisa L, to your comments on Oct 18th, you sound like a fool!! First of all, the man said he was very hurt by what happened to Nailah a few times. I’m glad you’re supernatural and can feel when someone is emotional about what they type on the net…and who yare you trying to fool talking about you wouldn’t be trying to clear your name because you would be rendered speechless and wouldn’t care!!! Yeah right, you would shit your pants if they told you that you were going to jail for LIFE for a murder that you know you didn’t commit!
Just like yall dont want nobody judging Nailah for all the shit she was into, dont judge that man and yall just going off speculations…let that man have his day in court! And that still dont make it concrete, that jury is human…he’ll meet his true Judge one day and His judgement is the only one that matters! So yall keep talking, gossiping, and speculating…and Reggie, you keep praying! Only Gods knows why that girl died like that because he wrote the script that way, and he don’t make mistakes! So yall let him do his work and pray for her family to have strength to keep it moving!
By ELOC Love on Dec 12, 2007
Where to begin…first off there is something rubbing me the wrong way about RP postings. I can decide if its because he seems to be guilty or because another innocent man imprisoned gives me the creeps. RP fits right into the “type” of guy the police would suspect. He seems thirsty to prove himself alot. Always goin back to show somebody he’s not taking no sh*t. Kicking down doors, confronting the BP man, writing those postings. Maybe his temper just went overboard with Nailah cause she put him to the test several times. He may have been intimidated by a woman of her status. I disagree with the person who said he is not slick enuff to have committed the murder because IF he did do it, it was planned. He was smart enuff to escape feds so what the hell or maybe it was just luck? On another note, we all have been in situations similair to their relationship style at some point or another. I’m not gonna use what he said in his email against him because its nothing. When emotions get involved we all tend to say alot of hurtful things we regret later on or sometimes not. It’s all immature, but once again it seems he has a hard time dealing with issues & just letting them be. He should have NEVER responded on the internet in his defense, it was silly of him. Innocent til proven guilty right? Thats how our system functions so with that being said, all they have is phone records & surveillance of him in her parking garage. We cannot send people to jail based on reception service. How many of us have said we are thru with someone & found ourselves calling back? Unfortunately for him, its too close for comfort and the fact that his cell phone & HERS were both in the same areas @ the same time just convinced me that he is the one. They were both around the crime scene but yet he constantly denies being anywhere near her since Aug. Cmon RP you need to start makin sense now. His aliby was that he was shopping @ target wit a friend, but surviellance tapes show the friend & RP is no where in sight! His target friend picks him up exactly 1mile from where the car was found. How convient! We are finally getting somewhere with this. Let me say one more thing: If its true and the killer is you, your azshole is nice in tight for your cell mates. Im sure they wouldn’t mind FITTING in!! OK head might get you some kool points to be somebody’s b!t*h. Dont drop the soap as long as you are sentenced cause prison dik is hard & cruel! Hard head leaves a soft azs literally. You should have just walked away!
By Nique4ya on Dec 12, 2007
I understand where you’re coming from. If I lost somebody I knew the last thing I’d be is on the internet Googling anything.
By Miss Princess Dominique on Dec 12, 2007
I thought that the ex boyfriend was guity, when I first heard that Nailah complained to the police that he was threatening her. When I first saw his picture, Mr. Potts just didn’t look like the type who could kill someone. However, his past shows that he is angry, spiteful, and controlling. I heard how Nailah supossedly sent his new girl info on his criminal background. I bet this is what really pissed him off. This is obvious in the e-mails they exchanged. I didn’t know her, but I hate that she was ever involved with this guy. Even more, that she put herself in a position to allow him to degrade her the way that he did. Why are women so willing to do ANYTHING with a man who is not committed to them, or better yet, not their husband!!! This still doesn’t mean that she deserved to die the way that she did. But, it should send a message to other women. I do hope that Mr. Potts rots in jail. I am almost certain that he killed her. My question is, how did he get together with Nailah on that fateful day??? If she was scared of him, she wouldn’t have left with him willingly. He must have planned this murder really well. What happened to the report of her having dinner at the Outback the night she dissapeared? Was she with him?
By why? on Dec 13, 2007
My thoughs and prayers go out to her family!
By why? on Dec 13, 2007
Something is not right; I have been up for the past three nights trying to figure it out. I am also having dreams that tell me that something is not right. I have been in a similar situation….and the end result could have been the same. My dreams are of shadows and dragging. I pray that the right man is in jail, or from what I see, the right people. Can one man accomplish all of this alone?Surveillance cameras should be checked a closer. Something is standing out regarding a gas station or park. Two people in a vehicle together arguing.I believe that someone knows something. Mark my word, there is alot more too this story and the real truth come out.
By AriannaMarie on Dec 14, 2007
Trust me when I tell you. They have the right person. He knows that he did it.
By Gina Fershgenet on Dec 14, 2007
Honestly, there should be an extensive check into this psycho’s background to see if there have been anyone (men or women) who have disappeared. The precision with which he committed this crime says a lot. If it were not for new age technology, it would have been close to impossible to bring charges against him for this crime. Potts is an obvious psychopath, who was unfortunately, destined to kill someone. This ‘plea’ of his further validates that there are psychos among us. His selfishness, immaturity, and ignorance reeks to high hell. First of all, if he truly cared about his family, he wouldn’t have been in and out of jail most of his adult life. Further, the way he tries to paint these restraining orders as simply little acts of anger is amazing! People don’t get restraining orders against people for simply knocking phones out of their hands! Those women were scared to death of this Bastard…eventually Nailah also realized that this man was a psycho, hence, her attempt to get a restraining order. Secondly, only guilty people try this hard to paint themselves as victims. At every turn, all over the internet, this guy is pleading his case. Why? In cases of murder, the estranged spouse or mate are always suspects! He obviously didn’t anticipate on Nailah’s family and friends getting the international attention on her disappearance/murder. These pleas are a direct result of the stigma he’s been receiving from their efforts . What’s also amazing is that he was raised in a house of women! He acts like he hates them! Women who insulted his manhood in anyway were in danger of his wrath. It is so unfortunate that Nailah was murdered because of his crazed ego!
Peace Luv and Light to the Franklin Family,
REST PEACEFULLY NAILAH!!!!
By Afyna on Dec 18, 2007
In all honesty I believe he is guilty. It hurt my heart to see such a Beautiful and intelligent young lady die like that. I hope he gets everything he deserves and more.
By last Ron on Dec 19, 2007
this sick nut did it-thats why he will rott iin jail and then hell damn bastard-
God bless Nailah family and her soul.
By irma on Dec 19, 2007
To the family:
My heart and prayers go out to your family. I pray that God will comfort you all during this time. Continue to celebrate the goodness and legacy of Nailah’s life. Her spirit is alive.
By FOXXX on Dec 21, 2007
Mr. Potts is due back in court Dec. 28, 2007.
By blackwidow on Dec 27, 2007
Mr. Potts is due back in court Dec. 28, 2007.
By blackwidow on Dec 27, 2007
I see Princess Domique deletes comments that tell her she’s not right for giving him a platform for his lies! I posted a comment on this blog and now it’s gone.. so what’s the point?!?!
Why have a blog if your going to only keep certain comments… I see all of the point of views that think he’s innocent are still here… you should be ashamed of yourself! I wonder how many other comments on your blog have dissappeared cause you didn’t like them… give me a damn break lady! Based on your coverage of this story I can see all your other blogs have got to be filled with BS too… I won’t bother reading and I will make sure to never reccomend your blogs to anyone… you better hope you don’t die like this poor woman did someday… I’ll be sure to give your killer a voice…. in a blog of my own….:mrgreen:
By wouldntulike2know on Dec 28, 2007
“you better hope you don’t die like this poor woman did someday…”
what a cruel and insensitive thing to say to anybody. Your lack of tact demonstrates an inability to effectively express any ideas in a rational sense. I understand getting frustrated but do you have to resort to cruel, senseless statements that continue to feed the degradation of woman and humanity? Take the time to grow and try to seek other ways (peacefully speaking) to make your point.
By finesse on Jan 2, 2008
This blog SHOULD be open to all points of views. Good or bad.
Potts is due back in court on Jan.4th. He plans to represent himself.
I was hoping that he would take the guilty plea to avoid a trial.
There is no need for the family, friends to live through detailed monents of the event.
By blackwidow on Jan 2, 2008
http://www.wbbm780.com/Alleged-Killer-Can-Act-as-His-Own-Attorney-In-Fran/1432004
Does anybody think he is innocent? My first instinct tells me that he didn’t do this.
By NotConvinced on Jan 4, 2008
I’ve read this email a couple of times, something isn’t right.
A. ” had no Idea Nailah would later come up missing and ultimately become a victim of a violent crime”
At this time she was missing and found, no one said the crime was violent, there was no word on how she exactly how she died.
B. There is something missing with these emails if they both are authentic and unedited. What he said to her (all the nasty, ugly comments telling her to basically leave him alone) Why would she reply with an email telling him to leave her alone. If she wanted him as badly as his email claimed and she should just move on, it seems that her reply would be along the lines of “Baby I need you, why are you acting like this, can I see you once more” not I am going to get a order of protection against your crazy ass! This doesn’t add up.
C. He keeps drilling the fact that Nailah was not his girlfriend, maybe it was to show a lady friend (he convinced was actually his girlfriend) that maybe helping him with that she was just “a sexual encounter” , so he would not lose this lady friend’s support or help.
D. Lord forgive me if I’m wrong but my analysis of his personality tells me he is very capable and did commit this crime. The fact that he doesn’t feel that “grabbing a cell phone out of someone’s hand” or “kicking in a door” as violent, that is violent and aggressive behavior. Imagine watcing a silent film and these actions were made, it’s violent.
E. He claims the last time he saw her was late Aug, evidence is saying it was much later, why did he write this email with all the holes? He is responsible.
By foxxx on Jan 19, 2008
I have read all that I can tolerate. This guy is so guilty I just wish that he would close his eyes and go to sleep.. FOREVER. From the start he had put a bad taste in my mouth. Even reading the emails, I knew something was just flat out wrong. Too many holes, too much space left out between contact with one another. He thinks he is cute, smart and clever. Probably has been lead to believe this all of his life. He is only acting out what others have led him to think. But I know that he is a twisted, demented soul. Have seen this personality trait in a few people..
My heart goes out to this family of Nailah Franklin. I hope that with a little more time, your heart will not cry out as I know it is. My heart is crying too, because I can feel your pain. Just keep doing what you have been doing. It will all work out in the end. Trust this and one day you will have all the answers.
Love to The Franklin Family..
By Just Sad on Feb 12, 2008
I can’t believe some of the things I read on this site. It’s clear to me that the people commenting on this site have personal connections with either Nailah or Reginald. I ask that all of you stop with the comments. The family has been hurt enough. In fact…without realizing it each of you could be damaging this case my commenting. Whatever side you may be on…pray for justice. Simple as that…ASK GOD FOR JUSTICE IN THIS CASE…PERIOD.
By Les on Apr 16, 2008