https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2248640/open_smsIn this episode, Shaun and John introduce the case of Gary Dotson, the first person to be exonerated through the use of DNA evidence. The episode delves into Gary's background, including...

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2248640/open_sms">Let us know what you think about the episode</a>In this episode, Shaun and John introduce the case of Gary Dotson, the first person to be exonerated through the use of DNA evidence. The episode delves into Gary's background, including his troubled upbringing, and brushes with the law. In 1977, Gary was accused of rape by Cathleen Crowell. Despite having a seemingly solid alibi, Gary was convicted and sentenced to two consecutive prison terms of 25-50 years.What happened when in 1985, Cathleen came forward and said she made the whole thing up? Shaun and John detail the complications and smear campaign that followed Cathleen's recantation. Listen to the Ad-Free version and get bonus content by subscribing on apple podcasts at <a href="http://sinspod.co/apple" target="_blank">http://sinspod.co/apple</a> Sources: <a href="https://sinspod.co/episode8sources" target="_blank">https://sinspod.co/episode8sources</a> <a target="_blank" href="https://www.truecrimepodcastfestival.com/tickets/">True Crime Paranormal Festival 2024</a> Use code "sins15" to get 15% off your tickets! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/sinsandsurvivors" target="_blank">Support the Show.</a>If you or someone you know is affected by domestic or sexual violence, please reach out to one of the following resources National Resources National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673 National Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888 Suicide Prevention Resources National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 Live chat is available at <a href="http://www.988lifeline.org/" target="_blank">http://www.988lifeline.org</a> Stalking Resources Call or Text 1-855-4VICTIM (<a href="https://victimconnect.org/get-help/" target="_blank">855-484-2846</a>) Resources in Las Vegas 24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline: 702-646-4981 24/7 Rape Crisis Hotline: 702-366-1640 24/7 Human Trafficking Hotline: 702-936-4004 If you have information about one of our cases, please contact Las Vegas Metro Police Homicide 702-828-3521 E-Mail: homicide@lvmpd.com Crime Stoppers: <a href="http://www.crimestoppersofnv.com/" target="_blank">http://www.CrimeStoppersOfNV.com</a> Resources for Survivors of Child Sex Abuse and Their Loved Ones <a href="https://www.cordiscosaile.com/navigating-child-sex-abuse/" target="_blank">https://www.cordiscosaile.com/navigating-child-sex-abuse/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sinsandsurvivors" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sinsandsurvivors" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://tiktok.com/@sinsandsurvivors" target="_blank">TikTok</a> ... Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sins-survivors-a-las-vegas-true-crime-podcast--6173686/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sins-survivors-a-las-vegas-true-crime-podcast--6173686/support</a>.

Guilty Until Proven Innocent - Gary Dotson - Part 1