The men are not being locked up for now because they are unlikely to flee and are not a danger to themselves or others, said Col. Stewart Navarre, a Corps spokesman.
In Meriden, Conn., Wuterich's father, Dave, said his son was out Christmas shopping. The father said family members believe his son's version of events.
"He says they followed the rules of engagement," Dave Wuterich said. "They were taking small arms fire. They did what they had to do."
Another story on this subject.
Marines Charged in Iraqi Civilian Deaths
http://www.breitbart.com/news/2006/12/22/D8M5V7NO1.html
Last night ABC Evening News did a segment on the Marines on trial at Camp Pendleton. Their correspondent, not sure of his name, reported that the Marines were not being confined to base ... his expression and the way he spoke while reporting gave viewers the distinct impression he didn't agree. Just another military bashing liberal media scumbag.