In the second half of this eye-opening interview, Rebecca continues her conversation with Donald Rogan Simpson Jr., who has spent over 33 years in a Missouri prison for a crime he has always maintained he did not commit. Picking up after John Katuraâs pivotal plea bargain, Donald recounts the investigation, his trial, decades of relentless appeals, and the daily reality of surviving inside a system that refuses to admit its mistakes.Donaldâs story is one of lost evidence, shifting witness statements, ignored confessions, and a justice system that valued closure over truth. Through his own words, listeners are invited to witness the resilience and hope of a man fighting for exoneration.What Youâll Hear in This Episode:The fallout from Katuraâs plea bargain and how it shaped the stateâs caseThe investigation: missing evidence, ignored confessions, and unreliable witnessesDonaldâs trial: broken promises, coerced testimony, and a defense that never materializedDecades of appeals, new legal motions, and the ongoing battle for justiceLife inside prison and Donaldâs unwavering hopeHow listeners can support Donaldâs fight for exonerationKey Resources & Links:Review the evidence and case files: wrongfullyconvicted-seekingexoneration.comLearn more about justice reform and wrongful convictions: wickedlyjudged.comContact Wickedly Judged: wickedlyjudged@gmail.com | (513) 393-7452How You Can Help:Share this episode and Donaldâs storyâawareness is the first step to changeVisit Donaldâs website to review the evidence and support his fight for exonerationContact Missouri officials and demand a review of Donaldâs caseSupport justice reform and follow Wickedly Judged for more stories, updates, and ways to join the movementSpecial Thanks: Thank you to our sponsor, Veteran Alliance, and to JP Verse of Versefire Records for providing the music for this episode.Remember: Stay vigilant, stay informed, and stay hopeful. Because nobody deserves to be wickedly judged.
In the second half of this eye-opening interview, Rebecca continues her conversation with Donald Rogan Simpson Jr., who has spent over 33 years in a Missouri prison for a crime he has always maintained he did not commit. Picking up after John Katuraâs pivotal plea bargain, Donald recounts the investigation, his trial, decades of relentless appeals, and the daily reality of surviving inside a system that refuses to admit its mistakes.Donaldâs story is one of lost evidence, shifting witness statem...