Razor’s Edge
Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes
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Eyewitness Accounts: The Challenge of Accuracy in High-Stress Situations
This chapter explores the unreliable nature of eyewitness accounts, showcasing a case where a witness's description of a suspect evolved significantly. It discusses how stress, environmental factors, and the chaotic context of crime scenes can affect memory and perception, leading to inconsistent testimonies.
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