Media & Independent Reporting
Independent journalists and media outlets have documented the events surrounding Baby Sam’s conviction, vacatur, and reinstatement. These reports include in-depth analysis, interviews, and contextual information that help explain why this case has attracted public scrutiny and concern.
Written Reporting
The Gutter Report: Vacated, Reinstated — How New York Took Back A Man’s Freedom
This investigation examines how Samuel “Baby Sam” Edmonson’s conviction was vacated by a judge after decades of incarceration, only to be reinstated by the appellate court without a new trial. The report raises serious questions about due process and judicial fairness.
The Gutter Report: Baby Sam — The Conviction Brooklyn Couldn’t Let Die
This report documents the original Brooklyn conviction, the investigative practices surrounding the case, and why serious concerns persisted even after the conviction was vacated.
This article details the Brooklyn judge’s decision to vacate Samuel “Baby Sam” Edmonson’s 1990 murder conviction, citing serious misconduct tied to former NYPD detective Louis Scarcella and flaws in the original investigation.
This report covers the court’s ruling vacating Baby Sam’s murder convictions and highlights the role of a disgraced NYPD detective, as well as the broader implications of the decision.
Podcast Interview
Podcast conversations related to the case of Samuel “Baby Sam” Edmonson provide additional context, firsthand perspective, and extended discussion beyond written reporting.
Reporting by LFTG Radio and The Gutter Report