Crime & Safety

Attorney Presents Evidence That 'Starved Rock Killer' Chester Weger Hopes Will Lead To His Exoneration

Weger has maintained his innocence since he was convicted of killing three women in 1960.

By CBS Chicago Staff:

CHICAGO (CBS) — An attorney for convicted "Starved Rock Killer" Chester Weger presented evidence Monday that Weger hopes will lead to his exoneration.

Weger was accused of killing three women in the state park in 1960. He has maintained his innocence all along, and was released from prison on parole in February 2020.

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