Even with those counterarguments and discussion, there is something to be said for the unfairness of publicly discussing whether or not this kid has anything to

Even with those counterarguments and discussion, there is something to be said for the unfairness of publicly discussing whether or not this kid has anything to do with the case. For a long time now this event will be associated with his name. Even if 99 comments out of 100 on Reddit or whatever other forum are doubtful, there is still the fact that his name has been publicized incorrectly - which would not have happened in the absence of a public witch hunt.