Grave Injustice
Summary
This episode details the wrongful conviction of Anthony Graves for the 1992 murders of six family members in Texas. Despite lacking physical evidence, Graves was sent to death row based on the testimony of Robert Carter, who later recanted. Journalism students and investigators exposed prosecutorial misconduct, leading to Graves’ exoneration after 18 years. The story highlights the failure of the justice system and Graves’ eventual release and advocacy for reform.
Topics discussed
Bob's Discount Furniture advertisement
Introduction to the wrongful conviction case
The 1992 Somerville family murders
Investigation focuses on Robert Carter
Anthony Graves arrested and interrogated
Flawed evidence and the knife connection
The trial and conviction of Anthony Graves
Life on death row and failed appeals
Law students investigate and Carter recants
New evidence and overturned conviction
The retrial and Kelly Siegler's appointment
Siegler discovers innocence and drops charges
Graves' release and family reunion
Aftermath, compensation, and Sebesta's disbarment
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