Why Did The LA Innocence Project Get Behind Scott Peterson?

Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary

In the podcast episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke delves into the ongoing controversy surrounding Scott Peterson’s potential new trial. The conversation begins with a discussion of recent Netflix and Peacock documentaries that revisit the case, raising questions about Peterson's guilt. Central to the debate is a piece of duct tape with DNA from someone other than Scott, which has prompted the Los Angeles Innocence Project to take up the case. Dreeke acknowledges the importance of projects that ensure justice is served, but he expresses skepticism about the duct tape’s relevance, pointing out that DNA on such common items could easily come from multiple sources. He highlights the overwhelming evidence against Peterson, including his wife’s body being found where he was fishing, and his suspicious behavior. Dreeke also compares Peterson's manipulative nature to that of other notorious criminals like Alex Murdaugh, suggesting that Peterson's conviction was justified. The conversation also touches on the tendency of the legal system to protect the guilty, often at the expense of the victims and their families, which Dreeke finds troubling. He concludes by emphasizing that reopening this case could cause undue suffering for the victims' families without new compelling evidence.
**Main Points:**
- Discussion of Scott Peterson’s case, including new documentaries and the potential for a new trial.
- The Los Angeles Innocence Project’s involvement due to DNA found on duct tape.
- Skepticism about the duct tape's significance and the overall evidence against Peterson.
- Comparison of Scott Peterson’s manipulative behavior to other criminals like Alex Murdaugh.
- Critique of the legal system’s focus on protecting the guilty rather than victims.
- Concerns about the impact of retrying the case on the victims' families.
- Mention of Robin Dreeke's upcoming book "Unbreakable Alliances."
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