The Science of DNA: Roger Keith Coleman and Wanda McCoy

Post-execution DNA testing answers the question of innocence or guilt in a vicious rape-murder.

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Time’s May 18, 1992 issue with Roger Coleman (photo source)

“We who seek the truth, especially in criminal justice matters, must live or die by the sword of DNA.” — Jim McCloskey

Lori Johnston

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Writer, reader, margarita drinker. Currently looking for a “dare to be great” situation.

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