Chapter
The Mystery of Jam Master Jay's Murder
19:12 - 26:21 (07:08)
Unpacking the investigation into the Jam Master Jay murder case and the flaws in the theories presented by authorities, including the wrongful conviction of two men accused of the killing.
Clips
In criminal cases, accurate eyewitness identification is crucial.
19:12 - 21:01 (01:49)
Summary
In criminal cases, accurate eyewitness identification is crucial. Any inconsistencies or errors in eyewitness identification procedures can lead to the wrongful conviction of an innocent person.
ChapterThe Mystery of Jam Master Jay's Murder
EpisodePeer Pressure
PodcastLetters from Sing Sing
Eyewitness testimony plays a crucial role in criminal cases despite its unreliability.
21:01 - 22:42 (01:40)
Summary
Eyewitness testimony plays a crucial role in criminal cases despite its unreliability. The identification procedure should be double-blind to avoid cognitive bias, but most identifications are misidentifications due to flawed eyewitness memories.
ChapterThe Mystery of Jam Master Jay's Murder
EpisodePeer Pressure
PodcastLetters from Sing Sing
The difficulty in believing alibi witnesses and understanding the theory of the crime in certain court cases is discussed, highlighting the importance of investigating connections between suspects.
22:42 - 24:40 (01:57)
Summary
The difficulty in believing alibi witnesses and understanding the theory of the crime in certain court cases is discussed, highlighting the importance of investigating connections between suspects.
ChapterThe Mystery of Jam Master Jay's Murder
EpisodePeer Pressure
PodcastLetters from Sing Sing
This episode unveils how the whole case against JJ began with a single mistake: his mugshot shouldn't have been in the police database in the first place.
24:40 - 26:21 (01:40)
Summary
This episode unveils how the whole case against JJ began with a single mistake: his mugshot shouldn't have been in the police database in the first place.