Years-old murder shook town; new arrest causes aftershocks
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It’s like it just happened yesterday, all over again.” And as the accused shooter’s story came to light — along with lurid rumors involving the pro rodeo circuit, and a reputed Las Vegas casino crime boss — it became clear that the legend of Dan Woolley’s death would only grow. Mason “had a sad upbringing if the story I got was true,” said Brenda Michael, Binion’s daughter. “I think it’s interesting that Mason told the officers it was self-defense when Woolley was trying to get these Montana guys off of him.” ___ A trial, at least, would bring some answers. “I think it’s unlikely it would change.” Once again, Brett Woolley has come to terms with the fact that Mason will likely never face a jury.