innocence
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The 69-year-old New Orleans native has never wavered in his claims of innocence, insisting since his 1977 arrest that the cops had the wrong guy.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2026
In a letter seen by The Associated Press, Levy said he would fight for his innocence in court.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
Beneath the sunglasses, silk blouses and luxury cars, “The Shards” is a story of innocence lost.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
Novels about country mice who move to the city are frequently grim tales of innocence lost.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
“What?” he says, spreading his hands in feigned innocence.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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