Summary
A court has overturned the conviction of Pedro Hernandez, who was previously found guilty of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz in New York City in 1979. Hernandez had been convicted after confessing to the crime.
Key Facts
- Etan Patz was a 6-year-old boy who disappeared in 1979 in New York City.
- Pedro Hernandez was convicted of Etan's murder after confessing.
- A court recently overturned Hernandez's conviction.
- The case was notable and drew a lot of public attention.
- The overturning of the conviction means the previous verdict is no longer valid.
