Desmond Ricks: Wrongfully Convicted, Finally Compensated—But at What Cost?

In this video, we're spotlighting the compelling journey of Desmond Ricks, a Detroit man who endured 25 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. After being exonerated, he received $1.2 million from the state as compensation. But when Ricks won a larger $7.5 million lawsuit from the city of Detroit, the state turned around and asked for their money back. We'll explore the twists and turns of his legal battle and what it means for justice in cases like his. #DesmondRicks #WrongfulConviction #DetroitJustice #ExonerationStory #JusticeServed