Connecticut’s decision to release a convicted cannibal killer has sparked outrage among conservatives. Tyree Smith, found not guilty by reason of insanity for the brutal murder of Angel Gonzalez, is set to walk free. This shocking move puts public safety at risk and sends a disturbing message to crime victims and their families.

Brutal Murder and Cannibalism

In 2011, Tyree Smith, 35, savagely killed Angel Tun Tun Gonzalez with a hatchet in a vacant apartment. The gruesome act didn’t end there.

Smith’s cousin testified that he consumed the victim’s eyeball and part of his brain while drinking sake. This horrifying crime led to Smith’s initial 60-year sentence in a maximum-security psychiatric hospital.

This is quite the risk – These “experts” better have this correct. Using an AXE to murder someone, Eating a portion of the brain and eye after is quite astoundinghttps://t.co/GzXgpBqM46

— Arnold (@Tiburon96_3) February 22, 2025

Controversial Release Decision

The Connecticut Psychiatric Security Review Board recently granted Smith conditional release. His psychiatrist reported improvements in his mental health, citing remission of schizophrenia and substance abuse issues.

RELEASED FROM JAIL AN HOUR AGO IN CONNECTICUT: A deranged cannibal who terribly kil*ed someone with an axe — and then ate the brain and eyeballs.

After a review of his clinical progress, the officials in Connecticut said he was granted conditional release because he agreed that… pic.twitter.com/jHFF1y4ExG

— Dr Margaret Aranda Ferrante, MD PhD FACFEI (@TheRebelPatient) February 23, 2025

Smith will continue living under strict supervision while receiving treatment. However, this decision has faced severe backlash from Gonzalez’s family and conservative lawmakers who prioritize public safety.

Conservative Outrage and Concerns

Republican legislators have labeled the decision “outrageous” and “mind-boggling.” State Senator Paul Cicarella expressed deep concern, highlighting the contradiction of murder and release in the same sentence.

“Murder and cannibalism and release in the same sentence. That’s a problem. That’s concerning to me.” – State Senator Paul Cicarella

Critics remain skeptical about the decision, questioning the prioritization of public safety. Doctors have warned that Smith could become a threat if he stops taking his medication, raising fears about potential future incidents.

Sources:

‘Mind-boggling’: Accused cannibal murderer granted conditional release

Connecticut man who killed, ate victim’s body parts granted release, sparking outrage – India Today

Outrage after psycho killer who ate man’s brain while drinking sake is granted release | Daily Mail Online