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10 Cases of Mistaken Identity

Stuff You Should Know

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Eyewitness Reliability and the Absurdities of Identity Misidentification

This chapter explores the fallibility of eyewitness testimonies, illustrated by a case where 16 people incorrectly identified a suspect. With a humorous lens, the discussion highlights the absurdity of the situation and critiques the Victorian attitudes that shaped the investigation.

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