What If You found out

I've never thought about this scenario before, but I would probably bring them coffee in the morning on a regular and predictable schedule. Every time I brought the coffee, I would give them a compliment and then ask what their plans were. Using this highly scientific method of Pavlovian seduction I would eventually get the coworker comfortable enough to share any schemes or plans for evil with me, and then alert the authorities in time to save the day. I would stand just outside the crime scene barricade wearing a superman cape and the victorious glare of a much younger, hotter, more female Bruce Willis. If there were no breeze, I would bring along a fan to flutter the cape for me.

/eyes suspiciously. I see we are both vying for this whole "evil genius ruling the world" title thing.

You can rule. I'll be enforcement.

This is really the number one reason why I prefer working at home.

Really? Mine is yoga pants and laundry.

and constant access to adult entertainment.

rofl.

I mean, those are all good reasons too. But my idea of a perfect day is wearing yoga pants, masturbating, AND not getting murdered by my angry ex-convict coworker. It's gotta be all three, or nada.

Unfortunately, being at home provides no guarantee you won't be murdered by your angry ex-con coworker. Just means you might be wearing yoga pants or doing "other things"

Depends. Did they beat someone to death with a baseball bat because they felt like it? Or did they shoot the drunk driver that caused an accident that killed their child?

beat one to death with a rock....and shot the other one. it was back in the late 60's early 70's. but I just keep a close eye on him.

Eek! I would too - curious, how old was he at the time he did this?

late teens early twentys

So 40 years ago? How long was he supposed to be in jail that he only got out on a technicality?

That being said, if he has been out for a while, I think you are okay. Just be wary but not scared. People who have done their time have a right to be able to pursue a normal life once that time is served.

he was supposed to get life. he only served about 35 yrs....i am not overly scared..but very wary . especially when he is angry or upset and is flying off the handle beating up his computer and desk. we do get along but as I said, I do keep a very watchful eye on him

I work in a jail.

I would have no problem with working with a convicted felon/murderer.
The fact that he/she had been released because of a fu*k up, would be the thing that would make me the most uneasy, for obvious reasons.

Personally, I would probably never be alone with this person at any time.
But I wouldn't avoid them or avoid talking to them.

My advice is to be alert when this person is around and if it makes you feel better to carry a firearm (and your workplace allows it) then carry one, as long as you have been educated on safely using and carrying one.

Not every convicted felon/murderer walks around with a sign around their neck announcing it. You'd be surprised how many people you interact with on a daily basis who have violent tendencies or who've been convicted of a violent crime.

I would want to know the details of the situation before I was afraid. Was it a crime of passion or premeditated etc?
Accidents happen.
Also, if he/she was convicted, then your workplace is aware of the crime and hired them anyway.

Just my opinion on the matter.

crime of passion and pre meditated (killed 2 ppl). its a family run business so he is related to the owners... he is older...(mid 60's) but yeah i do keep a watchful eye on him ...ALWAYS. he is a nice enough guy around me but it is def the elephant in the room that no one really talks about.