Opinion ID: 4318316
Heading Depth: 2
Heading Rank: 2

Heading: The intervening circumstances

Text: Much happened between the search and Wright’s confessions. Wright initiated a conversation with law enforcement by inquiring into when he would get back his computer equipment. Though not under arrest, he voluntarily spoke with Agent Robertson. And, without being asked, Wright admitted that he had sexual contact with W.S. and F.S. Only after this disclosure did Agent Robertson formally arrest Wright and take him to the Hartford City Police Department. There Wright received Miranda warnings (both written and oral) and waived Miranda. Then he participated in a voluntary discussion with Detective Crouse where he admitted to the molestations. These are compelling intervening circumstances supporting attenuation. Indiana Supreme Court | Case No. 18S-CR-00166 | October 4, 2018 Page 15 of 19