Richard Wershe Jr.

Former child convict and author

Richard Wershe Jr. is a former child convict and author who was involved in a high-profile case in the 1980s. Wershe Jr. was arrested at the age of 14 and sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in a cocaine trafficking ring. He was released from prison in 2010 after serving 27 years. Wershe Jr. has written a memoir about his experiences and has become a vocal advocate for prison reform. He has spoken publicl...