Tim Nutley, defending, said Williams-Brown had "psychological issues" but had been a man of good character who was highly thought of by his family.

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Mr Bono more solemnly went on to say that Mr Buck is a devoted family man who, though he enjoys a glass of good red wine as much as the next guy, is wholly incapable of the raucous antics of which he is accused.

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To many this would have been proof of his good fortune, for a man blessed with two hundred and four family members was a rich man indeed, but abundance gave the ascetically inclined Senior a permanent low-level headache.

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"Those who know David know that what happened here was out of character for a kind and generous family man who has lived an otherwise law abiding and good life, " said his attorney, Kenneth C.

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In statements read to the court, friends of Mr Fuller, a production line supervisor, described him as a reserved family man and a good listener who rarely instigated conversations.

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