In a surprising turn of events, new evidence has come to light in the case of a 1981 robbery at Vernon Stars Rod and Gun Club in Mount Vernon. The conviction of Jeffrey Koonce, who spent nearly eight years in prison for the crime, is now being called into question.
Westchester County District Attorney Mimi Rocah's Conviction Review Unit has uncovered troubling details about the case. It was found that Mount Vernon police used highly suggestive photo identification techniques and pressured a witness to implicate Koonce. Additionally, crucial alibi witnesses were not interviewed, casting doubt on Koonce's guilt.
