In this podcast episode, we delve into the decades-long struggle for Ben Spencer's freedom following his wrongful murder conviction. Despite a judge recognizing his innocence and new evidence emerging, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals initially upheld his life sentence, citing insufficient DNA evidence and a challenging standard for overturning such convictions. Nevertheless, through relentless investigative efforts by journalists and the support of a new district attorney, charges against Spencer were eventually dropped, leading to his exoneration after 37 long years in prison. This case sheds light on the significant shortcomings of the American justice system and underscores how chance can play a crucial role in freeing those who have been wrongfully convicted.
