Japanese court acquits former boxer Iwao Hakamada, exonerated after 48 years on death row for a 1966 quadruple murder.

A Japanese court has acquitted former boxer Iwao Hakamada, who spent over 48 years on death row for a 1966 quadruple murder he did not commit. New evidence prompted a retrial, leading to his exoneration. Hakamada's case, which gained international attention, underscores the necessity for ongoing reviews of past convictions to uphold justice. His acquittal marks a pivotal moment in the Japanese judicial system's approach to wrongful convictions.

September 26, 2024
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