Trial 4
A teenager is charged in the killing of a Boston police officer, and the case becomes a years-long fight to clear his name. As the story unfolds, the series examines disputed evidence, courtroom battles, and allegations of corruption and systemic racism within the justice system.
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Season 1
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Chapter 1: Execution-Style Murder
In 1993, the execution-style killing of a Boston police officer sets off a frantic citywide search for suspects.
Nov 11, 2020 · 52m -
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Chapter 2: Usual Suspects
Police home in on a suspect, a 19-year-old named Sean K. Ellis. Boston journalists and cops recall another murder case that fanned racial tensions.
Nov 11, 2020 · 55m -
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Chapter 3: Three Trials
As Ellis and his lawyers recount his first jury trial, former jurors share their decision processes. A witness's statements are put to the test.
Nov 11, 2020 · 58m -
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Chapter 4: Badge Of Shame
Journalists expose corruption in the Boston Police Department, inspiring Ellis to seek a new trial and perhaps a new lawyer.
Nov 11, 2020 · 53m -
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Chapter 5: Hidden Link
Ellis' attorney, Rosemary Scapicchio, remains dogged in her pursuit of the missing documents that may hold the key to her client getting a new trial.
Nov 11, 2020 · 54m -
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Chapter 6: A Taste Of Freedom
Knowing it's his last chance, Ellis nervously prepares for a fourth murder trial. Also, an investigator searches for an old witness.
Nov 11, 2020 · 53m -
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Chapter 7: Black Irish
As the voters of Suffolk County prepare to elect their next district attorney, Scapicchio digs into who funded the reward for Ellis' conviction.
Nov 11, 2020 · 60m -
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Chapter 8: Worst Case Scenario
The election of a new district attorney gives Ellis reason to hope. Later, a hush-hush press conference puts everyone on edge.
Nov 11, 2020 · 52m