Court Junkie: Episode 224: Trying to Prove Innocence

January 16, 2023

Ep 224: Trying to Prove Innocence

Sedley Alley was convicted in 1985 of a brutal rape and murder that occurred just outside Memphis, Tennessee. For decades, Sedley maintained his innocence, but proving it would be a steep hill to climb.

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Post-Production by: Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.

Written by: Matt Stroud

Researched by: Nicole Gusmerotti

Special thanks to: Daniel Medwed for talking to us about this case.

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