James Bresnahan - Charged with Felony Arson

[Last-Straw]

Again, your information is completely inaccurate. After a year of corresponding via email, Jim came to Canada to meet Wendy in person. She and her former husband were legally separated and not only was he (her former husband) dating but so too was he residing in an apartment. You are speaking about events that took place 12 years ago and again, your so called knowledge stems from misinformation relayed to you by the accused, a man who has been charged with felony arson in the U.S. and for whom there is an outstanding warrant in Canada that includes countless domestic violence related charges.

As you continue your pursuit to spead false information, it is our position that the facts speak for themselves. This is not a game nor a soap opera - these are serious allegations, ALL of which have been investigated at the local, state, provincial and federal levels for almost a year.

You have been attempting to silence the parties involved by employing bullying tactics for months. From the very beginning, your conduct has been inexcusable and you are a disgrace to all men and women who stand in opposition to abuse. In supporting the perpetrator, your attitudes only serve to perpetuate violence.

And yes, when Wendy first confirmed your involvement in HER marriage, she did indeed send you numerous derogatory yet very accurate text messages. When the dust settled, she discontinued all contact with you and focused her time and energy on her home, her family and her work while attempting to resolve the countless issues that arose from the situation between she and Jim. When three months into his affair with you, he began contacting Wendy again and only after several more months of refusing to relent, did she contact you to inform you of his activities. At that time, you were livid with him as he had broken his promise to you, to move and accept employment in your area. It was also at that time that you befriended Wendy and shared with her countless details of your involvement with him including the many occasions on which he had abused you. In fact, you even claimed that during your involvement with him, you knew with certainty that he was seeing another woman, the wife of a man that he worked with in Canada.

This response contains further FACTS, many of which are verifiable in correspondence you sent to Wendy and that have been saved.

As has been explained to you before, Jim was not arrested in Canada as the charges were issued after he left the country and when it became apparent that he had no intentions of respecting Wendy's wishes by leaving her alone to get on with her own life. With the arson investigation already underway in Wisconsin, authorities on each side agreed that it would better serve the interests of all concerned to proceed with that matter. Whether or not Jim will eventually be extradited to Canada to address the charges in this country remains undetermined although there is an active warrant in place at all border crossings and should Jim ever attempt to cross into Canada, he will be arrested immediately.

I'm sorry but all your ranting and raving will never alter the facts and whether you like it or not "Truth is not contingent upon one's belief in it, altered by the words one uses to describe it or wounded if neglected. It is simply truth".

You're an unreasonable woman who clearly has great difficulty connecting the dots and who refuses to understand that there is a long history between Jim and Wendy and a chronological order to the events you so inaccurately describe.

As stated time and time again, if you feel your assessment and conclusions regarding this situation bear any weight, you are free to contact the authorities and share your theories with them.

[Tzapkiel]

I will not be visiting this site again...I wont squabble with a lunatic, a liar and a mentally challenged woman claiming abuse .I am Jims friend .And Ill always be his friend. most people are intelligent enough to see thru this farce.

[Tzapkiel]

One more thing before i delete this site...If ...If this crime was committed...8 years ago...who for 8 yrs knew !!!??? and reaped from it?HUMMMM???? ifit happened ...and anyone knew it ...they reaped from it knowingly!! Not a good person after all.Dirty hands! If it happened ...somebody reaped rewards ..hummmm...

[Last-Straw]

We are done with you. You have no interest in the truth. Your messages will be passed along to the both the Canadian and U.S. authorities to determine whether or not Jim has enlisted you to act on his behalf; continuing his harassment of Wendy in an attempt to intimidate her.

In closing, after reading statements issued by the two other men involved in the arson (both of whom disclosed complete details regarding the incident), Jim admitted that he was guilty of the crime with which he has been charged.

We can only assume you are not privy to these facts as those in charge of the investigation do not recognize you as relevant.

[Last-Straw]

We beg to differ, "MOST people" know exactly what Jim has done and that is why he was arrested.

Having promised time and time again to remove yourself from this situation, we can only hope that this time you actually mean it.

[Tzapkiel]

I must conclude ....the very first comment in this entire comment group...was posted to perpatrate an arguement.
I fell prey to that . Im better than that !!
I wont ever look at anything she says or does again in anyway , except in pity . Pity for all of this . Seeking revenge is as bad if not worse on a persons soul , as the initial sin or crime one is avenging is.Its an unevolved soul that seeks first itself. Goodbye

[Last-Straw]

Lady, give it a rest and please (in the future), worry about your own problems, your own business and above all else, your own soul.

How Jim and Wendy handle matters that pertain to them have never been any of your business. I can assure, however, Jim's conduct was a constant source of conflict between the couple. Unlike you, she did not condone his behaviour or continually enable (let alone encourage him), to remain on a path that would ultimately lead to his own self-destruction. You know nothing about mental illness and your presence from the very beginning has only brought more harm to those involved in this matter including Jim who told Wendy (only two weeks ago), that he was tired of pretending, tired of living with so many regrets and fearful of what his future held. He also stated that you were not his "pitbull" and expressed deep humiliation with your refusal to mind your own business.

Your histrionic behaviour along with your constant sense of entitlement, your blatant lies and your never-ending twisting of the facts are unconscionable.

You are a destructive force and we would be forever grateful if you stayed out of our lives.

[Last-Straw]

Final Note: I would like to encourage any individual who is struggling with domestic violence to contact their local authorities. Help IS available and you are not alone!

[Last-Straw]

It was just brought to my attention that you have been married twice and had your involvement with Jim proved to be more than a cheap affair, you would now be in your third relationship. You just never cease to amaze --

[Last-Straw]

After reviewing your messages, we again find ourselves extremely confused with several of your assertions. Tired of speculating, we felt it would be more beneficial to go straight to the horse and ask for further clarification.

1. Did Wendy leave Jim or has Jim been trying to get away from his mentally ill wife for a long time?

2. Did Jim have no knowledge of Wendy's whereabouts and if this is true, why did Wendy not dislcose her location to Jim?

3. When Wendy finally emerged, how much time had passed and what was her sudden interest in what Jim was doing?

4. Did Wendy tell you that she had gone to the police in the spring and that she had no choice but to destroy Jim's life OR did she just now file charges because he petitioned the court for a divorce?

5. Why was Wendy sharing any intimate details of her marriage with you?

6. Having insisted time and again that the charges are bogus, why have you allowed any room for the possibilty that he may have commited arson by asking WHY Wendy didn't disclose this sooner?

7. How did Wendy benefit from any of this, whether it be the incidents here in Canada or those in the U.S.?

8. If you are so certain that you possess knowledge that would help Jim, why have you not contacted the authorities?

9. Did you ever make any statements claiming that Jim had been abusive towards you?

10. What are your qualifications for assessing mental illness?

11. How do you know that Wendy never used her married name?

12. If Jim never resided in Canada, how or from what home did Wendy abandon Jim and their home?

13. Do you feel that victims of crimes should remain silent and that speaking up is indicative of someone's desire to seek revenge thereby making them bad people?

14. Did you ever ask Wendy to notify you when Jim contacted her.

15. Are Jim and Wendy co-owners of property in Canada and in Jim's pursuit for a divorce, did he ensure a fair division of assests a/o debt?

16. Having stated that Wendy made you aware of the charges, why did you not warn Jim and suggest that he seek legal council?

We feel confident that an honest and reasonable woman would only make these claims if she were able to substantiate (or at the very least explain and clarify), her position.

Trusting that you are woman of great integrity who would never make false accusations against anyone, we look forward to hearing from you.

[Christa7]

LOL..seems you ladies are mighty interested in rereading these threads.OCD..its spelled OCD.bahhaaaaaa! Dont take a shrink to recognize that .true dat! Dis comment section is awesome ..better than Jerry springer .Keep em comin !

[last_straw]

Tzapkiel wrote:

People should know these charges come after James tried to serve divorce papers on his accuser. These charges are a way to make him pay for wanting to escape the mental illness of his wife whom has abused him , and the country of canada by lieing and making up bogus crimes . She told me herself that she would Never get a third divorce. And why now ...why wait 8 yrs to tell of a supposed crime . Its bogus . Its a crime in itself .

Another lie? Crikey, do you ever speak the truth. This investigation began close to a year ago and initially, Wendy wasn't even aware that it was going on. As you well know, it was one of the co-conspirators who was arrested and who turned on Jim in order to get a reduced sentence. Later his own brother admitted to being involved and also implicated Jim. You're not even accurate regarding dates and when the crime took occurred. In regards to why Wendy failed to speak up sooner, while I refuse to share the most intimate details of her experiences in this public forum, she had every reason to believe that her silence would keep her and her family safe and only spoke up when Jim was relentless in his efforts to remain in touch with her. Bogus? In one of your last posts, you completely changed your tune saying that "IF" Jim did this, Wendy should have spoken up sooner. You're a coward, from day one you've done nothing but inflame this situation only to then slip away acting like you're too dignified to engage in this situation when every single time it is YOU who initiates contact to hurl false accusations none of which you are able to prove. After disppearing for a time, you then rear your ugly head yet again; opening old wounds that this entire family wants only to heal. This matter is now in the hands of the legal system and again, if you have information that you believe will help Jim, I suggest you contact the Wisconsin Department of Justice to discuss your concerns as no one on Topix.com can do anything for you. His case is public knowledge, it was not Wendy who posted the headline or chose the name Last Straw but rather me, her sister who like everyone else that witnessed first hand or was subjected to or BOTH Jim's most dispicable behaviours that had the LAST STRAW. While you might stand by and allow a man to abuse your sister and never speak out or even worse, defend his actions, there are those of us who feel a compelling urge to protect our siblings. The ONLY thing we want from you is to be left alone. As was made clear when you recently sent threats to Wendy's primary email account, your relationship with Jim is YOUR business and it is not unreasonable to ask that you offer the same consideration in return. There is no love loss between you and she, neither of you is ever going to agree with the other, you are both aware of the other's position and from where I stand, I'm not the only one who should have had the last straw.

[last_straw]

Tzapkiel wrote:

When I met him ..He wasnt living in the home ,,and neither was she ..she moved out!! He didnt know where she was ...she told me that herself. said she wanted out of the marrige right after they married. Three marriages and she is blaming ...whom??

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Kelly, it's Wendy. I'm so outraged and disgusted by you I could spit. Did I tell you I moved out, he didn't know where I was and that I wanted out of the marriage right after we married OR --- has he been trying to get away from me for years? The only smart decision you ever make is to stop talking because the more you do, the more obvious it is you're a liar. For a woman who says she's nothing if she's not honest and would prefer to be hurt with the truth than protected with a lie,you're a real trip. The impact of this situation has been devastating to this family -- emotionally, psychologically and financially In addition to all the other crap he brought into out world, he brought you too. As far as I'm concerned, you're HIS problem and I've been telling him that for months. I haven't decided what I'm going to do about your continuing harassment and your assault on my character but all your posts on this site along with the stacks of email messages and text messages youve sent over these months are with the police. I have a lot going on right now and will deal with you later. In the meantime, I suggest you stay low cause I've had it. There are legal ways of dealing with people like you.

[last_straw]

You've publicly stated that because of Robin you have a unique and higher understanding of God!?*HURL* I'm sure HE and your entire family are really proud of all the things you've done and said over the last year. Anyone woman who wouldn't be livid with you would have to be brain dead. You're an insult to anything good, decent and kind. Next time you decide to attack me, find something else to do. Here's an idea, Jim needs a lawyer so take all your knowledge and go defend him. God bless Cletus.

[last_straw]

Whoever you are Christa --- whatever your interest in this situation and whatever you believe --- you make a great point.

While I hate to be the source of anyone's disappointment, filming for "Fatal Attraction" Part II is over. That being said, good-bye Glenn --- may you never crawl out from under your rock again. ;)

[Tzapkiel]

To whom it may concern...
I am sorry that I was so mis informed.
I am sorry for your pain.

[Tzapkiel]

delete

[Tzapkiel]

I tried to delete some of my comments ..due to the stupidity of my ill informed notions .Again I am sorry .

[Fact vs Fiction]

Tzapkiel wrote:

Correction ....James Bresnahan did not reside in Canada. His job was all over the place from Canada to Iowa to Michigan into South Dakota ..and Wisconsin as well as Minnisota. James worked as a piledriver all over the place .But his home as well as his Drivers Licsence and his vehical registration have always ...always been Wisconsin USA.For our court system to take the word of this woman is a pathetic waste of money and its allowing this woman who is roll playing as a victim ..to continue her facade. She is living off her country , saying james abandoned her. He has been trying to be free of her for a long time . This is what she threatened to do if he proceded with a divorce , he proceded anyways ,thinking that the courts would at least see through what she was doing . He is supposedly accused of abuse ..yet never ,, never arrested . If he had in fact abused her he would have been arrested. Also ..i the last 2 months she ..his soon to be ex ..took the bresnahan name on a website for candles that she sells. Her name is Wendy ellen Russell...now and just now she calls herself Wendy Bresnahan! Shes mentally ill . She plays the victim roll to a t ..its called BI POLAR people !!

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What's pathetic is that anyone would think the court system would rely on the "word" of anyone. I can't even being to imagine the backlog of cases this would create for an already overloaded system. I've been following this case and today the prosecutors provided the court with sufficent evidence to proceed to trial. I would like to add that as spouses cannot testify against one another in Wisconsin, any evidence put before the court has NOTHING to do with the wife and came from other sources. You may want to look this up (or not). It seems to me that the writer of this post isn't interested in the truth and has her own agenda. If I was the wife, I'd have you charged for defamation of character and anything else the law provided for.

[Fact vs Fiction]

P.S. I am totally blown away by Tzapkiel's conviction!!!! She mercilessly attacks the wife then concludes with an apology???? What's next? The wife hired a hit man to drive you into silence???? Scorned mistress perhaps? BRUTAL!!!!!!!!!!