DuBoise was convicted of murder for 37 years, but turned out to be innocent | Abroad

That reports The Guardian. The conviction of the then 18-year-old DuBoise came about through a testimony of an informant in prison and an analysis of bite wounds the victim had sustained. The convict was initially sentenced to death, but on closer inspection that was changed to life imprisonment.

Yesterday’s hearing revealed that the bite marks in the victim’s left cheek were unreliable and the informant’s testimony was incorrect. Dna also proved beyond doubt that DuBoise could not be the culprit. “The court has abandoned you for 37 years,” said Judge Warren. “We are finally making up for this today.”

DuBoise was 18 years old when he was identified as the perpetrator of the rape and murder of Barbera Grams (19). While walking home from work, Grams was killed and abused. The murder took place in Tampa, a city in the southern United States.

“I have had many obstacles in my path,” replied DuBois after his acquittal. “There are sincere people. It is awesome. I am very grateful to you all. ”

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On August 27, the American was released from Hardee Correctional, a state prison for men. He then stayed in a shelter for people who have been improperly detained for a long time. There DuBois learned, among other things, about how he can keep up with modern daily life. This includes an explanation of how to use the iPhone, but also shopping at Walmart was discussed.

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