Ryan’s Rally LLC: Owns (Former) Vantrease Website!
Many of you might remember that asinine website — chooseprogress.net — set-up, maintained, and updated by the Vantrease family/contingent. They used it to promote their propaganda blitzkrieg. It was ill-conceived and failed miserably, but now plays in our favor for one simple reason. Ryan’s Rally LLC now owns it! Right now I have no content on it (it is “parked”), but that will soon change.
How did I pull this off, you might wonder?
Well, it was incredibly easy.
I really don’t consider these people the brightest and, like with all my dealing with them, it went EXACTLY as planned. Better yet, they didn’t diminish their liable for the information that was previously posted. On the contrary. Through my attorney, I had a letter issued (below) that asked them to execute specific actions. I wondered if they had the slightest lick of intelligence to keep ownership of the website domain name, even though I knew they would shut it down. Then I remembered who I was dealing with and just waited.
Now, I know I’m taking a lot of pot shots at their intelligence. It’s not without reason. Remember, I’ve personally witnessed these dolts in action. Maybe I’m mistaken, but I seriously doubt it. The lack of consequential-hindsight and -foresight baffles me, but it’s something that continues!
Okay, enough with me acting all highfalutin and superior, back to the website. Sure enough, it didn’t take long for chooseprogress.net to become available.
As I suspected, they didn’t fully meet the letter’s demands; thereby leaving themselves vulnerable. To me, it’s just another example of not owning accountability despite the plausible consequences… even in the face of undeniable forensic facts.
I’m kicking around some ideas on how to use the newly acquired website. I love how all their effort to get search engines to point to it will already be in place. Funny how their old theme (albeit ineffective and unpopular), The Truth About Austin Vantrease, seems quite suitable for what I have in mind. So ironic! Off the top of my head it might include information on his:
- felony conviction,
- prison history (to include violations like drugs, porn, throwing objects toward guards, etc.),
- ability to raise $70,000 to bail his ass out of jail, yet cries poverty in repaying his criminal restitution,
- unsuccessful motion (in Federal Court) to shut down this website,
- unsuccessful motion (in Federal Court) to get names and addresses of everyone who donated to Ryan,
- unsuccessfully motion (in Federal Court) to claim donations from caring people to offset his civil obligation.
Really, I might need to spring for more storage space… given all the content he provides! Come to think of it, his family’s antics and statements might fit well there too! Where to begin with that crew? Holy smokes. Let’s see, how about their:
- becoming aggressive in the parking garage following the criminal trial and nearly getting arrested,
- behavior requiring the Court to have me park in a secured site and being escorted by armed deputies,
- insensitive and idiotic statements, like “Austin was in the wrong place at the wrong time”, or “Austin wouldn’t hurt a fly”, or “A fight is a fight is a fight…” or “It was a travesty what the WV Court did to Austin” or “Austin isn’t the only one to blame”.
- contingent’s comments posted on this website, throughout the years of trolling it.
Then I could download the content from their website as it existed before I bought the domain name.
Yeah, more storage seems unavoidable.
Tell the Truth, or Face the Consequences!
So, here is the correspondence I sent (both certified mail and presented at the Parole Hearing):
July 1, 2014
Austin Vantrease, Bob Vantrease, Gale Vantrease, Andraya Vantrease, and Cody Vantrease
Re: Your Statements Regarding Ryan Diviney
Dear Messrs. and Mmes. Vantrease
Either via certified mail or in the Parole hearing at St. Mary’s Correctional Center, July 9, 2014, before representatives of the State of West Virginia, Ken Diviney is providing Ryan Diviney’s Drug Screen that was completed on November 7, 2009, at Ruby Memorial Hospital. As all will see, including Austin Vantrease and members of the Vantrease family/contingent, the forensic records show there was no Cannabinoid (THC) or marijuana in Ryan Diviney’s system. All here will also see that [Witness Name] statements given in deposition were voluntarily retracted by him…
Notwithstanding other inaccuracies noted [today] by Mr. Diviney, specifically on Andraya Vantrease’s social media and the chooseprogress.net website, concerning the events on November 7, 2009, know that all concerned are on notice about Ryan Diviney’s drug and alcohol use; specifically, none occurred. As such, any statements — including those issued prior to this date — are evidentially and factually liable, and it’s illegal.
On or before 5:00 PM, July 23, 2014, I am allowing for any and all insinuations, references, and statements of Ryan Diviney being under the influence of drugs, specifically marijuana, to be removed from any source — online, print, auditory, digital, photographic, or other medium — and an unconditional written retraction is sent to Ken Diviney at the address: 21092 Carthagena Ct., Ashburn, VA 20147.
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Not wise. Not wise at all!
That’s akin to cowardly hiding behind a dumpster and believing that it’s somehow getting away with it. Not so much unlike when the attackers where caught on video surveillance, the content of their website was captured digitally (and printed to hard copy). Every Sentence. Every word. Every photograph. Every thing. A copy of it also resides with the State of West Virginia.
Those violent monsters that beat my son into oblivion couldn’t hide (with the trash). The same is true with thinking the “delete” button will be any better. Silly Bastards, who believe otherwise! Hiding from the truth doesn’t make it go away. It relentlessly follows.
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Now, as for the witness that fully retracted his/her deposition, I also called out his/her testimony. Like the letter delivered to the Vantrease contingent (above), I sent this person one that threatened to sue him/her for false statements given under oath. Yep, Ryan’s Drug Screen was provided to drive home that point. I wasn’t inclined to mess around since Ryan’s character was at stake. Then it had to be clear, in no uncertain terms, that more than a few people who this person claimed were present when Ryan was attacked simply were not there.
Hell, they weren’t even in the same flippin’ state!
It really bothered me that these statements (by Vantrease contingent and this witness) were made (or related) publically. It still bothers me, for that matter. I owed it to my boy to protect his name and it weighed on me for years. If nothing else, I’m a patient man. I had other issues to handle before setting the record straight.
It took almost five years (the anniversary of the beating is in exactly one month), but I was obligated to my son to see this through.
If Not Convinced Now, Then What’s it Take?
It’s bad enough that stories were fabricated that Ryan was high (again, he wasn’t). It’s even worse that, in some distorted logic, gave justification to beat the existence out of him. Sure, Dr. Bailes told me Ryan wasn’t “drunk” and the results are clear he wasn’t high, but why would that matter anyhow?
There is NEVER a reason to sucker-punch a person (as Jonathan May did). Then kick him in the head, while unresponsive on the ground? Come on! Cowards! Austin Vantrease kicked him so violently that it was described as though “he punted his head like a football”. Another witness said Ryan’s brain made the sound like when an “egg is dropped on concrete”.
I’m telling you (again), I’m dealing with some really bad people in my life. They are monsters, really. People who are conniving… distorting… deceiving… bald-faced lying, scumbag, bastards… that have a moral compass that’s completely out-of-whack.
If this isn’t undeniably clear now then, heck, I suppose there’s no hope for me ever convince otherwise.
Reminder: I’m grateful to those house sitting and neighbors watching my property so that I can tell you Ryan will be undergoing surgery tomorrow to replace his prosthetic skull plate. I’ll keep everyone posted throughout the day. Be sure to check back periodically.
Ken diviney is a martyr. Even though he is half nuts. He’s a martyr. I hope he doesn’t die from heartbreak. He isn’t looking too hot these days.
Thanks for sharing!! You are not only dedicated, but brilliant! Thank God for you!
KEN! YOU my dear man, ROCKED IT. YES! Thank you for standing up for Ryan’s good name–and yes, ‘why should it matter whether there were drugs in his system or not?’ Indeed. Nothing justifies kicking a man when he is down, period. You are just THE best in my mind–none of us will EVER abandon Ryan, you, Sue or Kari, no matter what. SHSP NGA (I wonder….did they ever do a tox screen on vantrease? just wondering…..still no excuse for what he did, period). My love always, TEAM DIVINEY ROCKS IT to the moon and back:) Annie
I’ve been thinking more on this since my initial reaction. For the irrefutably false drug use allegations the cretin’s asinine family made against Ryan, can you sue them for defamation (both slander and libel)? Seems there are some people on the website you now own (i ❤️ this maneuver!) who can be subpoenaed to testify their support of the idiocy.
Given the grave circumstances and sheer magnitude of emotional abuse, mental duress, and loss of income heaped upon you and your family by these bottom feeders, that should be worth at least several million dollars each for you and your family members. Of course, there is no price tag really.
I’m still wondering if you will ever receive any form of justice. I just hope someday you’ll be able to shout out, “checkmate!”
Oh, and Ken, you are superior. Own it.
😉 different state, damn skippy!
Blessings reveal themselves and serve His purpose in His time. It is hard to understand His time, especially in our earthly realm – personally I am impatient and sometimes think He needs to get with it LOL! I believe He is walking with you and that the purpose of His time is being revealed. He’s got your back, He’s got ours, and He’s Got This! Love you all!
Brilliant!
Way to go! Hope all goes well with Ryan’s surgery!
I don’t know your family personally but living so close to you all and you letting us into your lives, I’ve begun to feel as though I know you personally. It brings me to tears to read some of your posts and the sadness that you share but on the other hand, I am amazed at the lengths you will go to do right by your son. He is one lucky man to have someone so dedicated to making sure his story is heard and that its completely factual! Bravo to you for pushing year after year after year to make the responsible parties, those that performed the senseless acts as well as the family and friends that support the sick boys who did this to Ryan responsible for each and every horrible thing done to Ryan that night and after by attacking his character. God bless you and prayers for a successful surgery tomorrow.
So very well written, so sad such monsters live in our society, lots of thoughts and prayers for Ryan and all your family tomorrow and everyday.
God continue to be with you and Ryan. Good luck with the surgery tomorrow.
Excellent work!!!!! What a loser family, and what they did to Ryan makes me sick. I hope that one day, justice will visit them. But in the meantime, I do pray for Ryan, and I’m praying for his surgery to be successful! You and your wife and daughter are the most amazing people, and I’m so sorry this happened to your family. I’ve followed your story since Ryan ‘s situation was brought up in our prayer group 4 years ago. I wish I had something truly helpful to share, but just know there are more people than you know that care about Ryan and your family! I’ll be thinking of Ryan tomorrow. (and I loved your karaoke a few months back!)
Praying for Ryan tomorrow.
Well said. Family first !! Praying for Ryans up coming surgery God bless you all <3
Prayers and Gods love
Trying to blame Ryan for what happened that night is despicable, IMO. I just wish Austin and Jonathan had turned themselves in right away, so they could have been drug tested.
Such a great Dad…You will in time ,brings all the truths out.We’re with you!
Praying all goes perfect for Ryan’s surgery <3
I just wanted to say prayers, hugs, and much love headed your way as tomorrow approaches. Enjoy your blogs although I truly wish I never had a reason to read them. God Bless Ryan and your family as you wait though yet another surgery.
Well done!
My friend, nancy tawney, liked this and, since I’m now in NC, I’m not up on things at home. Can someone tell me what this is about?
The truth always prevails! You are such an awesome Dad, always fighting for your son! Praying all goes well with Ryan’s surgery.
Yes very much cowards they ARE and you r such a good dad for fighting for your son!!! Prayers
I am from Morgantown and I just gave u a standing ovation!! It breaks my heart to see someone kick a dog let alone another human being.What low life trash they are!!I have two grown sons but if I thought for one second they ever did something like this to another human being,I would turn my back and walk away from them forever!They were not raised that way!! So for the parents to uphold these idiots,tells me they r no better! Good luck and God bless for a speedy recovery on Ryan’s surgery.I will be waiting by my computer for ur postings.Know Ryan and all of ur family r in our hearts here in Morgantown and especially in our prayers.
You are the real deal- what a dad and family are all about. Praying everything goes as planned during Ryan’s upcoming surgery and his recovery is speedy. Your family is always in my thoughts and prayers.
You are the real deal- what a dad and family are all about. Praying everything goes as planned during Ryan’s upcoming surgery and his recovery is speedy. Your family is always in my thoughts and prayers.
Wow. This is so superbly written, I was actually holding my breath while reading it. Your words induced such satisfaction in me, because your statements and actions are as close as it will ever get for true justice for Ryan. Such a shame that victims must expend so much of their own time, energy and money in the pursuit of the truth. You have set the standard of what it means to advocate for someone. Ryan is so blessed to have you as his Father. Really, it brings tears to my eyes.
I am praying for a smooth surgery for Ryan, protection from infection and quick healing. Lord, please ease any discomfort Ryan has from this operation. Please keep him safe and bring him home as fast as possible.
Sending my love, good thoughts, big hugs, prayers and faith
Paula
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And now — to anyone who might have any thoughts at all of trespassing on the Diviney’s property, be forewarned that it is being watched by a number of people. First of all, many of the neighbors are at home during the day, and most are in their homes at night. Yes they can see out their windows and they walk their dogs, jog, etc. These are smart — very smart — people and if they see anyone who doesn’t seem to belong in their neighborhood, including strange cars, they will notice. Second, I will be circling the area and will not hesitate to summon law enforcement. Last, as Ken said, there will be people in the house, including the dogs. So don’t even think about pulling any stupid stunts — you know who you are.
You absolutely freakin nailed it, brother!
Ken Diviney for President !
Good luck tomorrow.
My motto: Ken Diviney for President! He’s better than the alternatives…
I’d vote for him! Ryan is so proud of all of you for what you’ve done for him the last 5 years.
The Real Truth, and there is no doubt about it.
Looking forward to Ryan’s complete recovery after tomorrow’s surgery. Prayers offered.
Not looking forward to the 5th anniversary of this indescribably horrible beating that our Ryan suffered at the hands and feet of these monsters. That said, I must also say that we are thankful for Ryan’s slow but sure recovery.
Always here with hope and prayer.
Good for you, Ken. You have to beat the bastards at their own game. I suppose it’s what lawyers for criminal defendants do: attack the victim to exculpate their clients. It’s why we’d make lousy lawyers/. We can’t lie very well!
Tonight, after our class on Philippians, we will share intentions for prayer. I will certainly include Ryan and point others in our group to your website. God be with Ryan and the surgeons and nurses tomorrow during this difficult time. And God be with all of YOU. I don’t know why bad things happen to good people and the converse. But out of this horrific evil has come great good. You have friends and supporters across the country whom you have never known. Thousands of prayers are going up to heaven daily. May that sustain you, Ken, my brother, and the knowledge that in the end, God WILL “set all things right, in heaven and in earth.” God bless.
PK & Tim
Good for you! Sending prayer for successful surgery.
Amen, Ken! I have been thinking a lot about Ryan and your family. Please give him a hug and kiss from me. Love all of you!
HAHAHAH! I love it! I love utterly stupid people! Good work chap, very impressed!
wishing you and yours the very best of outcomes tomorrow and moving forward
Wow.
**Applause**
DITTO AND AMEN!!