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Apr 2024
32m 39s

Update: The Reversal

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The state of New Hampshire has made a sudden about-face: Prosecutors have now agreed to DNA test old evidence in Jason Carroll’s case. It’s the biggest development in the case in 35 years – and one step closer to possibly learning who killed Sharon Johnson. For more on the case, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click h ... Show More
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