John: In 2002, Rev. Brian Wharton was the lead detective in Robert Roberson’s case — and he played a crucial role in the prosecution that found Robert guilty and sentenced to death for a crime that never occurred.

Now, Mr. Wharton understands he was misled by bad science, which put an innocent man on death row.

“Let me say, I’m so sorry that you’re here. And so sorry that you are still here. It’s our failure.” — Brian Wharton, lead detective on Robert Roberson’s case

John, watch as an unlikely ally speaks out in support of Robert’s innocence and the deeply flawed case made against him:

For more than two decades, Robert has been on death row for a crime that never occurred — all because Texas courts have ignored critical advancements in science and compelling new medical evidence not heard by the jury that prove his innocence.

And unless Gov. Greg Abbott or the courts intervene, Robert will be the first person in the U.S. executed based on the discredited shaken baby syndrome hypothesis.

John: Robert Roberson is still scheduled for execution on Oct. 17, and we need you to act now. Please add your name to stop Texas from making a tragic, irreversible mistake:

With gratitude,

Innocence Project Team