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flag A former prosecutor who called Sarah Jo Pender the "female Charles Manson" now regrets her 2002 conviction, citing trial fairness and evidence concerns.

flag A former prosecutor who once labeled Sarah Jo Pender the "female Charles Manson" now says he regrets her 2002 conviction in the Indianapolis murders of two roommates, citing doubts about a fair trial and new concerns over evidence. flag Pender, convicted based on circumstantial proof including her purchase of the murder weapon and body disposal, maintained her innocence, claiming she was manipulated by her boyfriend, Richard Hull. flag In 2008, she escaped prison with help from a guard and a cellmate, evading capture for four months before being caught after a tip. flag A new Hulu docuseries explores the case, featuring Pender, investigators, and the retired prosecutor, raising questions about the justice system and the lasting impact of the sensationalized label.

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