28 years after the trial for the murder of Michael Jordan's father was closed, the case has taken an unexpected turn. Gregory Weeks, the judge who oversaw the original trial, requested the North Carolina Parole Commission for the release of Daniel Green, who was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of James Jordan, the father of the six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls.
According to reports by Miles Cohen from ABC, Weeks argued that a blood-like substance found in the car where James Jordan was murdered might not belong to Green, which could have altered the course of the trial.
In 1993, James Jordan was killed after approaching his car, where he was fatally shot. During the trial, this crucial evidence was omitted, supporting the testimony of the main prosecution witness, Larry Demery, who claimed Green was the shooter. Weeks stated that he will await the decision of the parole commission before making further comments on the case. Meanwhile, authorities will deliberate for an undetermined period to decide Green's fate.
In response to this surprising news, Daniel Green spoke with ABC News about the possibility of his release and expressed gratitude to Judge Weeks for seeking his freedom: "It says a lot about this case, and I am deeply thankful." Green also sent a letter to the state parole commission expressing remorse for the harm caused to the Jordan family.
Reverend Thomas Jones, one of those supporting Green's release, joined the cause and shared his excitement: "When I heard the judge speak in his favor, I was in tears. I was amazed."
While the decision on Green's release may take time, this development marks a significant moment in a case that has been surrounded by controversy for decades. Gregory Weeks, who admitted to being "haunted" by this matter for years, ultimately decided to take this step. On the other hand, Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan has not publicly reacted to the report.
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