Aisenbergs still live under suspicion

By: Bill McGinty

Tampa, Florida - When Steve and Marlene Aisenberg were indicted and arrested, many people assumed they were guilty. The bogus charges and twisted snippets of selective evidence, along with illegal wire taps were tossed out. But even with the federal courts siding with the Aisenbergs, they continue to live under the umbrella of suspicion by some people in the public.

Barry Cohen represents the Aisenbergs.

Barry Cohen, Aisenberg family's lawyer:

"Even to this day, despite all the overwhelming evidence that supports they had nothing to do with this, there are still people in the community who think they got off on a technicality or because they hired a good lawyer, and that's simply not the case. Although they did hire a good lawyer, but we also had good judges and we had people in the system that cared about getting to the truth."

The Aisenbergs now live in Maryland, but still deal with the recognition that comes with this case. Marlene Aisenberg, a teacher by trade, cannot teach, and Steve is not allowed to coach his son's soccer team, the other parents saying they don't want him around their children. The Aisenbergs have told me many times, don't judge them unless you've walked in their shoes.

Steve Aisenberg, Sabrina's father:

"We know the truth and we know we had nothing to do with it. But we go on, just hoping to bring Sabrina back."

As uncomfortable as it may be, the Aisenbergs welcome the press, saying maybe some day it'll help them find their daughter, who is now 9-years-old.

If you have any information about the Sabrina Aisenberg case, call the Hillsborough County Sheriffs office at 813-247-8000.