David Thorne’s conviction was based entirely on the false confession of Joseph Wilkes, who was intimidated by detectives and threatened with the death penalty. Joe has since recanted
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Justice for All
Yvonne Layne was brutally murdered 14 years ago as of March 31, 2013. Two men are currently serving the remainder of their lives behind bars for a crime they did not commit. One of the men, Joseph Wilkes, was badgered into confessing to the crime and implicating his friend, David Thorne. Joe signed a confession and David Thorne was convicted on the strength of Joe Wilkes' testimony alone. Joe has since recanted.
What people don't seem to realize is that people are often implicated, charged and convicted of crimes they did not commit, many times based on a coerced confession. On top of this injustice is the fact that while innocent people are serving the true killer's time, that person is walking around free, possibly committing more crimes and probably taking more lives.
While there is a grave injustice being dealt to the two men behind bars, there is also a victim who has not received justice. Her family is living their lives believing the lies told them by the justice system. No one received justice in this case. Not the accused and not the victim. No one.
Justice for David. Justice for Yvonne. Justice for Joe.
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