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West Memphis Three Freed Using Rare Alford Legal Plea

Jailed for 18 years for a triple murder, the three were not exonerated but went free using a rare plea.

Gerald L. Shargel
Gerald L. Shargel
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Gerald L. Shargel

Gerald L. Shargel

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