A defense attorney has finally divulged the motive for the 2005theftof the iconicruby red slippersfrom theJudy GarlandMuseum.
The FBI recovered the shoes in 2018 when someone else tried to claim an insurance reward on them.
Martin was charged with the theft last year.
A classic still from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ features the ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland as DorothyEverett Collection
Martin got rid of the slippers less than two days after he took them.
At first, Terry declined the invitation to participate in the heist.
After much contemplation, Terry had a criminal relapse and decided to participate in the theft.
Martin is in hospice care with a life expectancy of less than six months.
Hollywood memorabilia collector Michael Shaw had the shoes on loan to the Garland museum when Martin stole them.
