The Megyn Kelly Show Scott Peterson May Get a New Trial - A Look Back at the Case: A "True Crime Christmas" Special | Ep. 975
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Jan 2, 2025 Join former prosecutor Matt Murphy as he unravels the twists in the Scott Peterson case, examining the potential for a new trial amid recent evidence. Discover the truth behind circumstantial evidence and the reliability of eyewitness accounts. Murphy discusses the role of juries, the significance of a dog in the investigation, and the troubling behavior exhibited by Peterson after his wife's disappearance. The insights dive deep into the complexities of justice, media influence, and the intricacies of jury selection.
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Circumstantial Evidence
- Circumstantial evidence, like Peterson's suspicious behavior and lies, is crucial in domestic violence cases.
- The media often misrepresents circumstantial evidence as weak, but it's often the strongest evidence.
Scott Peterson's Deception
- While Lacey Peterson was missing, Scott Peterson spoke to his lover, Amber Frey, claiming to be in Paris.
- This conversation was recorded after Frey contacted police upon recognizing Peterson as the suspect.
New Developments in the Case
- The LA Innocence Project is working on Peterson's case.
- The judge allowed DNA testing of duct tape found on Lacey's body.