Convicted In 1993 Cold Case

Jerry Westrom Murder Case Heads to Minnesota Supreme Court

Convicted in 1993 Cold Case

The Minnesota Supreme Court has recently agreed to review the case of Jerry Westrom, who was sentenced to life in prison for the 1993 murder of Jeanne "Jeanie" Childs. Westrom was convicted of first-degree premeditated murder by a jury in 2022.

Background of the Case

In 1993, 53-year-old Jeanie Childs was found dead in her home in Isanti, Minnesota. The case remained unsolved for many years until forensic evidence allegedly linked Westrom to the crime.

Westrom was arrested and charged in 2018. During his trial, prosecutors presented DNA evidence and other forensic findings that they claimed tied Westrom to the murder scene.

Life Sentence and Appeal

Following his conviction, Westrom was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. He has since filed an appeal, arguing that the DNA evidence against him was unreliable and that his trial was unfair.

Supreme Court Review

The Minnesota Supreme Court has now agreed to consider Westrom's appeal. The court will review the trial record and hear arguments from both the prosecution and defense. The outcome of the appeal could have a significant impact on Westrom's life and the Minnesota legal system.