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Derek Bentley
Suspect
Derek Bentley
Year
1952
Location
Bristol, England
Current Status
Sentenced to death in 1952 and hanged in 1953. After 46 years, his family finally got Derek the pardon he deserves. He is no longer considered a murderer in the eyes of Queen and country.
Summary
19-year-old Derek Bentley went out with his friend, 16-year-old Christopher Craig to commit burglary. Instead, Craig shoots and kills Patrol Constable Sidney Mills before both boys were apprehended. Because Craig was a minor, he received prison time. However, Derek was considered an adult and he was found guilty by a court of law. The problem was...the evidence used to convict him was questionable at best.
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