Forensic Files

Walter Shelley juror: Brown's testimony was key

48 Hours

  • Oct 26, 2014
  • 2:09
  • Short

On Sept. 13, 2013, Walter Shelley was found guilty of first-degree murder. His one-time friend, Edward Alan Brown, was the key witness against him. This time jurors believed Brown's confession that he was there when Shelley and Michael Ferreira killed John McCabe. Another jury acquitted Ferreira on nearly the same testimony and evidence.

Brief Summary

The episode analyzes Edward Alan Brown's confession in the John McCabe murder trial and the implications for justice regarding Michael Ferrer.

Key points

  • Brown's Confession. Edward Alan Brown's confession was a pivotal moment in the trial.
  • Doubts About Innocence. The verdict raises questions about justice in the case of Michael Ferrer.

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