Innocence Project Exoneration of Gordon Cordeiro

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Hawaii man freed after 30 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit, celebrates with steak dinner and visit to mother's grave. New DNA evidence led to his release.

Key Points

  • Gordon Cordeiro's release based on new DNA evidence
  • Cordeiro plans to fix cars, help with dad's house, and give back to the community
  • Technology played a crucial role in overturning the conviction

Pros

  • Gordon Cordeiro's wrongful conviction overturned after 30 years in prison
  • New DNA evidence proved his innocence in the 1994 murder case

Cons

  • Prosecuting Attorney plans to appeal the decision
  • Cordeiro's life irreversibly affected by the wrongful conviction