MAKING AN ARREST

Testing labs confirmed that the semen and blood samples found on the scene of the crime had matched Hampton’s perfectly. He was arrested that very day but continued to deny that he raped and killed Melanie Road. In fact, he had been so adamant about it. Police had to consider his statements, but the evidence spoke for itself. Despite having no previous criminal records, the arrows all pointed to one man.

THE MAN BEHIND IT ALL

The investigators started piecing clues together. Hampton was 64 at the time of his arrest, but they had obtained proof that he had indeed lived where Melanie Road was murdered. He had denied his involvement at first, but later admitted his guilt, hoping this would be better for his sentencing. However, the judge couldn’t understand how this man lived with this harrowing knowledge in his conscience for decades.