Key Facts

Disgraced Medical Examiner

The prosecution’s key witness Dr. Charles Harlan was a disgraced former Chief Medical Examiner who lied about his credentials and presented bogus scientific testimony that conveniently fit the prosecution’s theory about the time of death.

Alternative Suspects

The prosecution ignored evidence that pointed to anyone other than Gary Sutton and his uncle despite alternative suspects and inconsistencies.

Lack of Direct Evidence

There is no direct evidence tying Gary Sutton to the death of his close friend Tommy Griffin or Tommy’s sister Connie Branam.