Defense seeks to dismiss 1986 murder conviction, citing newly discovered evidence of potential innocence.

Defense lawyers argue that a 1986 murder conviction of Werner Kunkel should be dismissed, claiming prosecutors suppressed evidence that pointed to his innocence. The defense cites newly discovered witness statements showing the victim, Gilbert Fassett, was alive after the alleged murder date, and new forensic evidence that contradicts the prosecution's theory of the case. They allege this violated Kunkel's right to a fair trial under Brady v. Maryland.

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