Former Philadelphia homicide detective sentenced to over 2 years in connection with a wrongful murder conviction
Former detective James Pitts was sentenced to serve at least 2 and a half years after being accused of roughing up a suspect to coerce a false confession in a 2010 murder case.
Philadelphia man gets 2 consecutive life sentences in Springetts double homicide
Prosecutors had planned to seek the death penalty in the case, but agreed to a plea deal that resulted in two life sentences for Rangel Vangas.
Former Philadelphia homicide detective sentenced for forcing false murder confession, lying in court
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A former Philadelphia homicide detective has been sentenced to 32 to 64 months in prison for assaulting a suspect to obtain a confession and then lying about it in court. It resulted in Onyiah confessing to the robbery and murder of William Glatz at a jewelry store, which he did not commit.
Former Philadelphia homicide detective arrested for perjury, obstruction of justice
A former Philadelphia homicide detective is going to jail after he was sentenced for his role in a “violent interrogation” that took place in 2010. Philadelphia District Attorney Larry
Former Philly detective sentenced to at least 2 1/2 years in prison for coercing confession in 2010 homicide case
James Pitts, 54, used 'unlawful force' during interrogation of man who spent 11 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit, district attorney says.
Live: Philly DA to talk sentencing for ex-cop who lied to wrongfully convict man
Philly District Attorney Larry Krasner is expected to discuss the sentencing of former police officer, James Pitts, who was found guilty of violently coercing a false murder confession out of a man in 2010.
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Philadelphia police identify suspects arrested during Super Bowl LIX celebrations; more sought
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A tangled tale of tech, veganism, and murder
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Dozens arrested in Philadelphia after Eagles win the Super Bowl: Police
Philadelphia police reported nearly 50 arrests following the Eagles win against the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans on Sunday.
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40 Years Since ‘Witness’: A Timeless Murder Mystery that Started at Parkesburg Train Station
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