Missouri Death Row Inmate's Fate Hinges on Contested DNA Evidence
Court hears arguments over mishandled evidence and witness credibility in Marcellus Williams case, with execution date approaching.
- Prosecutors and defense attorneys spar over DNA contamination on the murder weapon.
- Williams' legal team argues no physical evidence links him to the 1998 murder of Felicia Gayle.
- Key witnesses' reliability questioned due to past false information and incentives.
- Missouri Attorney General opposes efforts to vacate Williams' death sentence.
- Judge's decision expected within weeks, with execution scheduled for September 24.