James Gibson

James Gibson

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James Gibson is a man who was wrongfully convicted and tortured by the Chicago police in the 1990s, and his story has gained renewed attention through a recent podcast that explores decades of systemic police violence in Chicago.

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Capt. James Gibson also provided testimony regarding the conditions on the Hōfuku Maru.

Shipwreck discovery reveals ‘vital history’ of WWII hell ships
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-06-20
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James Gibson, the executive director of Road Safety GB, explains the neurological symptoms caused by excessive caffeine.

The dangers of driving after too much coffee
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-04
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James Gibson was wrongfully imprisoned for nearly 30 years after being tortured by police into confessing to a crime he did not commit.

How two men’s lives were torn apart by police lies
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2025-10-26
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James Gibson spent almost 30 years in prison for a double murder he didn’t commit, tortured by police before his wrongful conviction.

Man wrongfully convicted for double murder awarded nearly $15M
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2025-10-04
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James Gibson was wrongly convicted and tortured by the Chicago police department.

‘Tortured Justice’: Uncovering a story of decades-old police violence
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2025-09-28
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