The Long Road to Freedom
- Jun 23, 2020
- 40:19
- Full Episode
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<p>Two Tulsa, Oklahoma brothers fight for more than 20 years to prove their innocence after they were each wrongfully convicted for separate murders. Craig Melvin reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 19, 2020.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Brothers Malcolm and Corey Acheson fight wrongful convictions and systemic racism in Tulsa, ultimately achieving exoneration after decades in prison.
Key points
- The Fight for Justice. Two brothers convicted of murder fight back against the justice system.
- Growing Up in North Tulsa. Malcolm's upbringing in a divided and violent community shapes his life.
- The Road to Freedom. Malcolm and DeMarco's journey to prove their innocence takes unexpected turns.
- A Shocking Confession. Michael Wilson admits to the murder, revealing the truth behind the wrongful convictions.
- A Day of Reckoning. After years of fighting, the judge declares Malcolm and DeMarco innocent.
- Malcolm's Release. Malcolm reflects on his newfound freedom and the weight lifted off his shoulders.
Episode highlights
- The Fight for JusticeTwo brothers convicted of murder fight back against the justice system.“Two brothers convicted of murder fight back against the justice system.”0:28Jun 23, 2020
- Growing Up in North TulsaMalcolm's upbringing in a divided and violent community shapes his life.“It's a story about two brothers, Malcolm and Corey, and a bond that could not be broken.”2:38Jun 23, 2020
- The Road to FreedomMalcolm and DeMarco's journey to prove their innocence takes unexpected turns.“The road to freedom, if it ever came, would be long, filled with unexpected twists and revelations.”13:47Jun 23, 2020
- A Shocking ConfessionMichael Wilson admits to the murder, revealing the truth behind the wrongful convictions.“I wasn't trying to shoot Karen Summers. She was in the wrong place at the wrong time.”22:44Jun 23, 2020
- A Day of ReckoningAfter years of fighting, the judge declares Malcolm and DeMarco innocent.“Malcolm and DeMarco, she declared, were actually innocent of the murder of Karen Summers.”26:09Jun 23, 2020
- Malcolm's ReleaseMalcolm reflects on his newfound freedom and the weight lifted off his shoulders.“I had to free my mind. I had to free my heart.”26:30Jun 23, 2020
- Corey's ExonerationThe judge declares Corey Acheson a free man after years of wrongful conviction.“She declared there had been a fundamental miscarriage of justice.”33:34Jun 23, 2020
- Family ReunionCorey reunites with his family after 28 years in prison, marking a poignant moment.“Welcome to freedom.”38:33Jun 23, 2020
Tension
85/ 100High tension
