Trending Now - Exonerated Man Speaks Out on 21 Years Behind Bars and Corruption

WHO:

NH Register - Stefon Morant, an exonerated man who spent 21 years in prison.

New Haven Independent - Former Detective Vincent Raucci, referred to as a "corrupt cop" by Stefon Morant.

WHAT:

NH Register - Stefon Morant testified at his wrongful-conviction trial about his experiences during his imprisonment.

New Haven Independent - Morant described his imprisonment as a "terrible ordeal" for his family.

New Haven Independent - Morant criticized the city for allegedly protecting the corrupt cop, stating, “They’re still trying to protect the corrupt cop. It makes no sense.”

WHERE:

NH Register - The trial took place in New Haven.

WHY:

New Haven Independent - Morant's comments suggest a belief that the city is motivated to protect former Detective Vincent Raucci despite allegations of corruption.

HOW:

New Haven Independent - Morant's testimony was part of a trial regarding his wrongful conviction.

(UPDATED May 19, 2026 23:26 UTC)

Stefon Morant, an exonerated man who spent 21 years in prison, testified at his wrongful-conviction trial in New Haven, describing his imprisonment as a "terrible ordeal" for his family. During his testimony, Morant criticized the city for allegedly protecting former Detective Vincent Raucci, whom he referred to as a "corrupt cop," stating, “They’re still trying to protect the corrupt cop. It makes no sense.” His comments reflect a strong belief that the city is motivated to shield Raucci despite the serious allegations of corruption against him.