Record #:

43424

Author(s):

McDonald, Thomasi

Abstract:

Darryl Howard, a North Carolina native, was wrongfully charged with a double homicide involving victims Dorris Washington and her daughter Nishonda Washington. After spending nearly 23 years in prison, he was released due to newfound DNA evidence. Although awarded 6 million dollars by a federal jury, Durham City Council declined to provide the payout to Mr. Howard and his family.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 39 Issue 22, June 2022, p6-7

Subject(s):

Criminal Justice NC