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Is Crosley Green Innocent? | "Murder in the Orange Grove" | "48 Hours" Podcast (Trailer)

48 Hours

  • Sep 4, 2024
  • 3:34
  • Full Episode

In 1990, Crosley Green, a Black man, was convicted of shooting Chip Flynn and was sentenced to death by an all-white jury. Green claimed innocence, but his pleas were for many years left unheard. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has followed Green's case for 25 years, examining the inconsistencies throughout his trial and the aftermath. Moriarty shines a new light on the case that may bring his freedom.

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Brief Summary

The episode examines Crosley Green's wrongful conviction in the 1989 murder of Chip Flyn, highlighting racial bias and unreliable testimony.

Key points

  • The Murder in the Orange Grove. A young couple is attacked in Titusville, Florida, leading to a controversial conviction.
  • Crosley Green's Fight for Freedom. Crosley Green, convicted of murder, claims he is innocent and seeks justice.

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