On August 8, 2007, Adrianna Hutto tragically drowned in a pool. Six months later, her mother, Amanda Lewis, was convicted of first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse. The prosecution's key witness was A.J., Amanda's six-year-old son, who provided over a dozen conflicting accounts of what happened that day. Despite the inconsistencies in his testimony and questions surrounding his reliability as an eyewitness, his statements ultimately led to his mother's conviction and a life sentence without the possibility of parole. Join N. Leigh Hunt, along with forensic psychologists, as we analyze the complexities of this case and explore whether Amanda Lewis’s conviction was a miscarriage of justice.



Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Case of Amanda Lewis
02:46 The Incident: A Tragic Drowning
06:01 The Investigation Begins
08:56 The Interrogation of a Six-Year-Old
12:03 Trial and Testimony: A Child's Perspective
14:56 The Role of the Coroner and Medical Testimony
17:49 Legal Missteps and Procedural Errors
21:11 Family Dynamics and Testimonies
23:59 The Aftermath: Life Sentences and Appeals
26:50 Reflections on Justice and Fair Trials

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Disclaimer: This podcast discusses real criminal cases involving trauma, violence, and psychological analysis for educational puposes only. Viewer discretion is advised. Content is not intended as clinical or legal advice.