48 Hours Walking Free
Jan 8, 2026
David Camm, a former Indiana state trooper, shares his harrowing journey after being wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife and children. He details the emotional turmoil of discovering the crime scene and the chaotic trials he endured. Camm's unwavering alibi, supported by 11 witnesses, and the shocking emergence of ex-con Charles Bonet's confessions highlight prosecutorial missteps. After years of battling the legal system, DNA evidence leads to Camm’s exoneration, allowing him to finally reunite with family and reflect on the injustices faced.
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Discovery Of The Crime Scene
- David Camm describes returning from basketball to find his wife and children shot in the garage and SUV.
- He and family recount the immediate shock and his frantic search for the kids, anchoring the tragedy in his personal experience.
Blood Spatter Became Central Evidence
- Prosecutors relied heavily on eight tiny blood spatter spots to place David Camm within four feet of the shots.
- Defense argued those stains could be transfer from pulling his son from the SUV, showing how small forensic details shaped the case.
The 'Backbone' Sweatshirt Break
- A sweatshirt with the name "Backbone" and unknown male DNA sat next to Bradley's body and was ignored for years.
- Five years later the DNA matched Charles Bonet, transforming the investigation and introducing a new suspect.