When a wasp stings, it injects a venomous fluid under the skin. The venom causes a painful swelling that may last several days. In some cases, a wasp sting may cause severe illness or even death.
However, the Press was criticized for its role, led by editor-in-chief Louis B. Seltzer, in the conviction of Dr. Sam Sheppard in 1954 for the murder of his wife, Marilyn. A Federal judge stated, If ever there was a trial by newspaper, this is a perfect example. And the most insidious example was the Cleveland Press.
By 6:02, Officer Fred Drenkhan had arrived on the scene and taken Sheppard's first statement. Then, as later to Cleveland detectives, Dr. Sam told a story full of holes, too outlandish to be true, and riddled with inconsistencies. Yet its illogic, ironically, was what made it most believable.