Global Directory of Who's Who Honors Kwame Ajamu Chairman of the Board at Witness to Innocence

Richfield, OH – The Global Directory of Who's Who is proud to announce the inclusion of Kwame Ajamu, a distinguished advocate for justice and a symbol of resilience, in its prestigious directory. Kwame Ajamu's remarkable story is one of perseverance, triumph over injustice, and unwavering commitment to social change.

Kwame Ajamu, formerly known as Ronnie Bridgeman, was just a teenager in Cleveland, Ohio, when he became a victim of wrongful conviction due to false eyewitness testimony and police misconduct. Along with his brother Wiley Bridgeman and friend Ricky Jackson, Kwame was wrongfully sentenced to death for the 1975 murder-robbery of Harold Franks, despite the absence of any physical or forensic evidence linking them to the crime. The sole evidence against them was the coerced testimony of a 13-year-old boy named Eddie Vernon, who later admitted to lying under police pressure.

Kwame Ajamu spent 28 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. In January 2003, he was released on parole, but the stigma of the wrongful conviction remained. In 2011, a detailed examination of the case by Cleveland Scene magazine revealed numerous inconsistencies in Eddie Vernon's testimony. Subsequently, Vernon recanted his story, admitting he had lied under police pressure, which set in motion the exonerations of Kwame Ajamu, Wiley Bridgeman, and Ricky Jackson.

On December 9, 2014, Kwame Ajamu's conviction was vacated, and the charges against him were dismissed. After 39 years, Kwame was fully exonerated. Since his release, he has dedicated his life to advocating against the death penalty and supporting other wrongfully convicted individuals.

Kwame now resides in Ohio with his wife and serves as Chairman of the Board of Witness to Innocence, an organization committed to abolishing the death penalty and supporting exonerees. He travels across the United States, sharing his story and raising awareness about the flaws in the criminal justice system.

During his time in prison, Kwame was instrumental in bringing educational opportunities to inmates. He was affiliated with the Each One Teach One program and the NAACP, and he has been honored as an OSU Alumni for his contributions and advocacy work.

The Global Directory of Who's Who recognizes Kwame Ajamu's extraordinary journey and his relentless fight for justice. His inclusion in this esteemed directory is a testament to his courage, resilience, and dedication to making a difference.

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About Kwame Ajamu

Kwame Ajamu, formerly known as Ronnie Bridgeman, was just a teenager in Cleveland, Ohio, when he became a victim of wrongful conviction due to false eyewitness testimony and police misconduct. Along with his brother Wiley Bridgeman and friend Ricky Jackson, Kwame was wrongfully sentenced to death for the 1975 murder-robbery of Harold Franks, despite the absence of any physical or forensic evidence linking them to the crime. The sole evidence against them was the coerced testimony of a 13-year-old boy named Eddie Vernon, who later admitted to lying under police pressure. Kwame Ajamu spent 28 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. In January 2003, he was released on parole, but the stigma of the wrongful conviction remained. In 2011, a detailed examination of the case by Cleveland Scene magazine revealed numerous inconsistencies in Eddie Vernon's testimony. On December 9, 2014, Kwame Ajamu's conviction was vacated, and the charges against him were dismissed. After 39 years, Kwame was fully exonerated. Since his release, he has dedicated his life to advocating against the death penalty and supporting other wrongfully convicted individuals.

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