Utah death-row prisoner released after new DNA analysis of 1985 killing
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Capital punishment category. Published on September 29, 2026 • Originally reported by Abené Clayton and agencies. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Capital punishment category. Published on September 29, 2026 • Originally reported by Abené Clayton and agencies. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Douglas Carter, 71, who has spent more than four decades on death row, was released on bail until new trial begins
A Utah man who has spent more than four decades on death row was released from jail after newly analyzed DNA evidence showed that he was not connected to a 1985 homicide.
Douglas Stewart Carter, now 71, walked out of the Utah county jail late on Monday night after a judge ordered his release on bail. He will have to wear a GPS monitoring device until a new trial begins.
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