New Jersey Supreme Court Rejects ‘Shaken Baby Syndrome’
The first ruling of its kind in the country could give people convicted based on SBS testimony a new shot at freedom.
Robert Roberson
Elizabeth Weill-Greenberg
Texas Lawmakers Paused Robert Roberson’s Execution—For Now
State legislators subpoenaed Robert Roberson one day before the state was set to kill him—an act that delayed the execution. Lawmakers are fighting to let Roberson testify before the state House despite objections from the attorney general and governor.
Texas Board Denies Clemency for Robert Roberson in ‘Shaken Baby’ Death Penalty Case
Despite pleas from state lawmakers, Texas will execute Roberson on Oct. 17 unless Governor Greg Abbott grants a reprieve in his case.
Original Detective Wants to Free Man Facing Death for ‘Shaken Baby’
Texas is set to execute Robert Roberson on Oct. 17 for allegedly shaking his baby to death. But numerous experts now agree the theory used to convict Roberson isn’t real—including the detective who helped arrest him.