Samuel Meeks | Timeline activity by Samuel Meeks

(1970s) Walters Pulpwood venture

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In 1970, Walter McMillan creates his own business. Through systematic racism, his hard work and work ethic earn him respect in the community.

(Early 1980's) Starts affair with a white woman

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Starts an affair with Karren Kelly. This relationship stained his reputation.

(1986) Murder of Ronda Morrison

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Murder of a young white woman named Ronda Morrison. The town is shaken by the unusual and frightening crime.

(Late 1986) Walter Mcmillan becomes a suspect

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Walter McMillan becomes a suspect due to local bias and an interracial affair. His name surfaces without any evidence.

(1987) Ralph Myers Is Pressured

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Ralph Myers, a career criminal who is in custody, gets coerced into saying Walter was the one who did it. Myers' false testimony is the foundation of the case against Walter.

(June 1987) Walter Is Arrested

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Walter is arrested while working on his truck in front of his family. The arrest shocks the community because he was at a church fish fry during the murder.

(1987–1988) Held on Death Row Before Trial

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In a cruel and rare move, Walter is held on death row before his trial. This psychological torment reflects the injustice of the system.

(1988) Bryan Stevenson Takes the Case

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Civil rights attorney finds racial bias in the case. He becomes Walter's most important advocate.

(August 1988) Convicted of Capital Murder

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Even though the jury recommended life imprisonment, Walter is sentenced to death. This shows how unjust the system can be.