The Last 12 Weeks - Ep. 4
Summary
This episode of *The Last 12 Weeks* examines the case of David Wood, a Texas death row inmate facing execution for the "Desert Murders" while maintaining his innocence. Host Maurice Chema interviews Wood and Christy, a victim he raped decades prior, contrasting her certainty of his guilt with his claims of police bias and lack of DNA evidence. The narrative explores Wood’s violent past, the reliability of witness testimony, and the complex question of whether a convicted rapist can be innocent of murder, as his lawyers argue he was targeted due to his criminal history rather than factual pr…
Topics discussed
Introduction: David Wood's innocence claim and trial history
Christy's account of her rape by David Wood
Christy's testimony and lasting impact on her life
Geographic evidence linking Wood to the crimes
Arrival at Polanski Unit and interview setup
David Wood's background and prior convictions
Conflicting accounts of the assault on Christy
Wood's claim of police harassment and bias
The 'B' case: DNA evidence excluding Wood
Wood's faith and relationship with his lawyer
Assessing Wood's character and defense strategy
Wood's final statement on his innocence
Upcoming execution and series credits
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