7 convictions tied to ex-Chicago cop vacated in what may be largest mass-exoneration for murder in U.S. history
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The Cook County state's attorney's office on Tuesday said judges have vacated seven murder convictions connected to a retired Chicago police detective accused of framing others who were sent to prison. CBS Chicago reports it is believed to be the largest mass-exoneration for murder in U.S. history.
An eighth cases remains, pending further court proceedings.
State's Attorney Kim Foxx told reporters that her office no longer will oppose post-conviction litigation in the eight cases following a 2019 review of cases related to allegations of police misconduct involving Reynaldo Guevara.
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