Utah man released after decades on death row as DNA evidence excludes him from 1985 killing
A Utah man who spent decades on death row was released on bail after DNA evidence excluded him from the 1985 killing of a police chief's aunt.
TL;DR
- Douglas Stewart Carter, 71, released on bail after spending decades on death row.
- New DNA analysis excludes Carter as the source of key evidence in the 1985 murder of Eva Olesen.
- Carter has maintained his innocence, citing a coerced confession and recanted witness testimonies.
- The Utah Supreme Court ordered a new trial due to investigator misconduct.
- The victim's family expressed concerns about Carter's release, seeking continued pursuit of justice.