Free man: All charges against Adnan Syed dropped

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3 years ago

October 12, 2022

William Howard

Finally, Adnan Syed is able to live as a free man after all charges against him are dropped

Adnan Syed is innocent and lost 23 years of his life serving time for a crime he did not commit.

The case garnered worldwide attention after the hit true crime podcast, Serial, featured it.

Syed was convicted of the murder of his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee, but his conviction was quashed last month.

On Tuesday, it was announced that all charges had been dropped by U.S. prosecutors.

His layer says in a statement that he client “has always maintained his innocence” and they are “thrilled that justice has finally been served.”

Baltimore State Attorney has apologised to the families of victim and the now-exonerated Syed.

Adnan Syed lost 20 years of his life because prosecutors were convinced he was guilty. They created a narrative they wanted despite the evidence in front of them. This also means Hae's real killer/killers are still out there. Let's hope they do better this time.
— Wajahat Ali (@WajahatAli) October 11, 2022

The charges were dropped after DNA testing was conducted on Lee’s clothes for the first time, which uncovered multiple DNA samples, none of which belonged to Syed.

He is now a free man, and his lawyers are working on getting him some sort of compensation for the 23 years he spent in prison.

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Trump’s UK visit sparks debate on US-UK relations, with implications for future transatlantic ties. Subscribe for more updates!

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4 hours ago

September 22, 2025

Ahron Young

Trump’s UK visit sparks debate on US-UK relations, with implications for future transatlantic ties. Subscribe for more updates!

Donald Trump’s visit to the United Kingdom has dominated headlines, sparking debate about the state of US–UK relations. The former president’s high-profile trip is being closely managed by the British government, with many wondering what message he is trying to send to the world stage. Analysts suggest it could reshape the future of transatlantic ties.

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Trump and Republicans honour Charlie Kirk at Arizona memorial

Top Republicans, including Trump, honor Charlie Kirk at a memorial service amid political tensions sparked by his tragic death.

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4 hours ago

September 22, 2025

Ahron Young

Top Republicans, including Trump, honor Charlie Kirk at a memorial service amid political tensions sparked by his tragic death.

Top Republicans, including President Donald Trump, gathered at Arizona’s State Farm Stadium to pay tribute to Charlie Kirk. The conservative activist was remembered in a memorial service following his tragic shooting death, which has sparked political tensions across the country.

Thousands of supporters, many dressed in patriotic colours, attended the service to celebrate Kirk’s contributions to the conservative movement. The event balanced political and religious tributes, with speakers urging attendees to carry on his legacy and continue the work he started.

Security was visibly heightened, with authorities preparing for protests and the charged atmosphere reflecting the polarised debate surrounding Kirk’s death. The memorial served as both a commemoration and a call to action for his supporters.

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