The family of a slain Georgia teen is outraged after authorities mistakenly released the man convicted of killing her late last month.
The Clayton County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that Kathan Guzman, who was convicted of strangling 19-year-old Delila Grayson to death, was mistakenly set free on March 27.
Guzman’s release was the result of a training failure and lack of attention from prison staff, the Clay County sheriff said.
“My staff worked hard to get justice for the victim’s family and to make our streets safe, and we are just disappointed,” DA Tasha Mosley said.
Delila’s mother learned of Guzman’s release a week after it happened.
“The DA promised me that he would never get out,” Christina Grayson said.
“They looked me in the face, and they promised me that he would never get out. I had nothing to worry about, and he’s out free.”
“We’re talking about somebody that is trained in MMA. He is a trained killer with his hands, and he looks nice and friendly. No one is safe. The public is not safe.”
