1 World’s longest-serving death-row inmate to hear fate
20 mei 2024
The trial is due to wrap up in the case of a Japanese man who has been dubbed the world’s longest-serving death row inmate. Iwao Hakamada, 88, is a former boxer who was sentenced to death by hanging after being convicted of killing four people in 1966. Hakamada was on death row for nearly half a century, until Japan’s High Court ordered a retrial, which got under way in October 2023.
2 After Decades On Death Row, Inmate Finally Gets A Chance At Justice
28 mrt 2014
“A Japanese court on Thursday ordered the release and a retrial of an ageing prisoner accused of murder who served on death row for over 30 years, amid doubts about the evidence used to convict him.
Japan and the United States are the only two Group of Seven rich nations to maintain capital punishment and the death penalty has overwhelming support among ordinary Japanese.
Capital punishment is carried out by hanging and prisoners do not know the date until the morning of the day they are executed.”* The Young Turks hosts Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian break it down.
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1 Some key points about Iwao Hakamada, the longest-serving death row inmate exonerated:
Background: Iwao Hakamada was a former boxer who was wrongfully convicted in 1966 for the murder of his boss, the boss’s wife, and their two children.
Conviction Details: His conviction was largely based on a confession obtained after lengthy and harsh police interrogation, lasting 23 days, during which he allegedly faced physical abuse and threats.
Evidence Issues: The prosecution presented evidence, including a bloodstain on his pajamas, but Hakamada maintained his innocence throughout the trial and subsequent years.
Exoneration: In March 2020, after years of legal battles, Hakamada was exonerated when new DNA evidence suggested that the blood found on the pajamas did not match him.
Significance: Hakamada’s case is notable for highlighting issues of wrongful convictions and the use of torture in police interrogations, sparking discussions about the death penalty in Japan.
Current Status: After his release, Hakamada, who spent nearly five decades in prison, faced challenges reintegrating into society after such a long time in confinement.
3 Japanese court has acquitted world’s longest serving death row convict | DW News
Iwao Hakamada spent nearly half a century on death row after his 1968 conviction for the murder of his boss, the man’s wife and two children. He was granted a retrial in 2014 after his lawyers argued that police fabricated key evidence. Hakamada was released from prison then – but was not cleared of the charges due to Japan’s slow justice system. Hakamada is 88 years old.
4 Japanese inmate released after 48 years on death row
10 apr 2014
In Japan the longest serving man on death row – sentenced to capital punishment a massive 48 years ago – has been released from jail. Isao Hakamada was freed after DNA tests undermined a key piece of evidence against him, amid suggestions that police investigators may have fabricated a story to frame him. Human rights defenders say the case highlights many disturbing facts about Japan’s criminal justice system, which has conviction rates of over 95%…
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2 Iwao Hakamada: Background and Case Details
Early Life:
- Iwao Hakamada was born on June 10, 1936, in Shizuoka, Japan. Before his wrongful conviction, he was a promising boxer and had aspirations of being a professional athlete.
The Crime:
- In 1966, Hakamada was accused of murdering his boss, the boss’s wife, and their two children in a horrific incident. The crime took place in their home in the city of Shizuoka.
- The victims were found brutally stabbed, and the case gained significant media attention.
Arrest and Confession:
- Hakamada was arrested soon after the crime due to the discovery of a bloodstain on his pajamas, which police claimed was evidence linking him to the murders.
- Following his arrest, Hakamada underwent intense interrogations lasting several days, during which he was reportedly subjected to physical and psychological abuse.
- Under duress, he confessed to the crime, but he later recanted, stating that the confession was coerced.
Trial and Conviction:
- In 1968, Hakamada was convicted and sentenced to death based largely on his confession and the circumstantial evidence.
- His defense argued that the evidence was insufficient and pointed to inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case.
Legal Battles:
- Over the decades, Hakamada’s legal team worked tirelessly to appeal his conviction. Several appeals were denied, and he remained on death row.
- His case highlighted serious flaws in the Japanese legal system, particularly regarding the treatment of suspects and the reliability of confessions obtained under duress.
Exoneration:
- In 2014, new developments arose when Hakamada’s case was revisited. A court granted him a retrial based on doubts about the validity of the evidence used against him.
- In March 2020, after further investigation and new DNA testing, the Shizuoka District Court declared Hakamada’s conviction null and void, citing that the evidence did not support his guilt. The blood on his pajamas was found to match the victims, not him.
- Hakamada was released from prison, having spent 54 years on death row, making him the longest-serving death row inmate in the world.
Post-Release Life:
- After his release, Hakamada faced challenges reintegrating into society. He had spent the majority of his life in prison, and many aspects of modern life were foreign to him.
- His case has drawn international attention, sparking discussions about the death penalty and wrongful convictions in Japan.
Legacy and Impact:
- Hakamada’s story has become emblematic of the issues surrounding the death penalty and wrongful convictions, prompting calls for reform in Japan’s criminal justice system.
- His exoneration has fueled ongoing debates about police practices, legal protections for suspects, and the ethics of capital punishment.
Conclusion
Iwao Hakamada’s case is a poignant example of the potential for miscarriages of justice, the impact of systemic flaws in the legal system, and the human cost of wrongful convictions. His story serves as a critical reminder of the need for vigilance in safeguarding the rights of individuals within the justice system.
5 Japanese court acquits longest-serving death row prisoner • FRANCE 24 English
26 sep 2024
The world’s longest-serving death row prisoner was acquitted on Thursday, more than half a century after his murder conviction, when a Japanese court ruled that evidence had been fabricated. Ailing health prevented 88-year-old former boxer Iwao Hakamata from being in the court to learn the outcome of his retrial, which was granted a decade ago after a long campaign by supporters.
6 Iwao Hakamada: Japan retrial for world’s longest-serving death row inmate
Iwao Hakamada, now 87, was on death row for nearly half a century after being convicted of murder.
3 Hakamada’s story has become emblematic
Hakamada’s story has become emblematic of the issues surrounding the death penalty and wrongful convictions.
It means that his case highlights and represents broader systemic problems in the justice system.
Wrongful Convictions: Hakamada’s long imprisonment despite being innocent underscores the risk of wrongful convictions in any legal system.
It illustrates how innocent individuals can be convicted due to flawed evidence, coercive interrogation techniques, or other injustices.Death Penalty Concerns: His status as the longest-serving death row inmate emphasizes the ethical and moral dilemmas associated with capital punishment. Hakamada’s case raises questions about the reliability of evidence and the potential for irreversible mistakes in the context of the death penalty.
Systemic Flaws: Hakamada’s experiences reflect issues such as:
- Coercive Interrogation: The use of aggressive interrogation tactics that can lead to false confessions.
- Legal Protections: The inadequacy of legal safeguards for suspects, especially in capital cases.
- Judicial Processes: The challenges and biases present in the judicial system that can affect the fairness of trials.
Public Awareness and Reform: His case has brought attention to the need for reforms in the criminal justice system, including calls for better protections against wrongful convictions and scrutiny of death penalty practices. It serves as a catalyst for discussions on how to prevent similar injustices in the future.
Symbol of Hope: Hakamada’s eventual exoneration also symbolizes hope for those wrongfully convicted and illustrates that, despite the systemic issues, it is possible for justice to be served after a long fight.
Overall, Hakamada’s story is significant
not just as an individual case but as
a representationof the complex and often troubling issues
surrounding the justice system,
particularly regarding the death penalty and wrongful convictions.
7 Iwao Hakamada: Tragic Story Of Japan’s Innocent Man Given Death Penalty, Who Spent 46 Years In Jail
26 sep 2024
Iwao Hakamada: Tragic Story Of Japan’s Innocent Man Given Death Penalty, Who Spent 46 Years In Jail
This is the heartbreaking story of Iwao Hakamada, a former professional boxer from Japan who spent 46 years on death row for a crime he didn’t commit. Arrested in 1966 for the murder of a family, Hakamada was convicted after a confession reportedly extracted through torture. Despite inconsistent evidence and mounting doubts, he remained imprisoned under the threat of execution for nearly five decades.
In 2014, new DNA evidence revealed that key evidence had been falsified, and Hakamada was released, but his struggle for justice continues. Watch this video to learn about the deep flaws in Japan’s legal system, the psychological toll of spending almost half a century in solitary confinement, and how Hakamada became a symbol of the fight against wrongful convictions.
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8 Japan: World’s Longest Serving Prisoner Iwao Hakamada Acquitted | Newspoint | World News | WION
9 Japan News Today | Japanese Man Who Spent 46 Years On Death Row Cleared Of Murders | N18G
27 sep 2024
An 88-year-old Japanese man named Iwao Hakamada was acquitted of murder and released after 48 years on death row.
He could be the longest-serving death row inmate in the world, human rights groups say.
10 Japanese man nears half century on death row
Iwao Hakamada has been waiting in a Tokyo jail to be executed for 47 years, making him the longest-serving death row prisoner in the world, according to Amnesty International. Duration: 02:26.
11 Japanese court has acquitted world’s longest serving death row convict | DW News
27 sep 2024
An 88-year-old Japanese man named Iwao Hakamada was acquitted of murder and released after 48 years on death row.
He could be the longest-serving death row inmate in the world, human rights groups say.
12 Japanese Court Acquits World’s Longest Convict On Death Row In Landmark Retrial | #japan #court
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A Japanese man, who spent 45 years on the death row, was cleared of all charges in a retrial.
88 year old Iwao Hakamada was convicted for murders that took place in 1966.
He was convicted and sentenced to death. Even though his lawyers flagged crucial DNA evidence, a retrial was initially denied.
After the retrial that was eventually ordered in 2014, it took another decade before he could clear his name. He was the world’s longest serving convict on the death row.
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13 Japanese court acquits longest-serving death row prisoner | AFP
The world’s longest-serving death row prisoner has been acquitted, more than half a century after his murder conviction, following a Japanese court ruling that evidence had been fabricated. Ailing health has prevented 88-year-old former boxer Iwao Hakamada from appearing in the court to learn the outcome of the retrial, granted a decade ago after a long campaign by his supporters.
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