Case study of Jennifer Thompson and Ronald Cotton

Cards (4)

    • In 1984, Jennifer Thompson was the victim of a violent sexual attack in her home. ​
    • During the attack, she consciously and purposely made a mental note of as many details as she could. ​
    • Following her description, Ronald Cotton was arrested and taken to a police line-upJennifer picked him twice in two separate occasions, and confidently stated he was her attacker. ​
    • There was no DNA/biological evidence connecting Ronald Cotton to the crime, however he was convicted to life in prison.​