05 Recent Developments in the WM3 Case
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Rachael Geiser recounts her role in finding crucial evidence for advanced DNA testing in the West Memphis Three case, potentially unveiling the true perpetrator after decades of controversy.
- Called by Lorri Davis in April 2021 about new MVAC wet vacuum DNA collection technology
- Helped locate evidence through FOIA request after rumors it had been destroyed
- Discovered the critical ligatures (shoelaces) in December 2021 during evidence review
- Faced legal obstacles when a judge initially denied testing due to Damien's release status
- Arkansas Supreme Court eventually ruled in favor of testing the evidence
- Evidence now at Bode Technology lab awaiting results
- Drove Damien around West Memphis during his first return visit since his release
- Visited nostalgic locations including the library and his childhood trailer park
- Testing could potentially identify the real killer through advanced DNA technology
- Recent encounter with client's family who recognized the Alford plea connection to West Memphis Three
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🎵Intro music: Light Years, by Georgi Krastev - license no: 6697632440 from Audiio.com
Chapters
1. Rachael's Critical Discovery (00:00:00)
2. MVAC Testing Explained (00:05:42)
3. Hunt for Missing Evidence (00:10:14)
4. Finding the Lost Ligatures (00:17:05)
5. Return to West Memphis (00:22:12)
6. Legal Battles Continue (00:27:27)
5 episodes