Gregory Parsons

By achaconbrown

  • The Murder

    19 year old Gregory Parsons discovers his mother's body stabbed to death in her home.

  • The First Arrest

    Gregory is arrested and charged with his mother, Catherine Carroll's murder.

  • The Trial Begins

    After two years 21 year old Gregory's trial for the murder of his mother begins.

  • The Verdict

    Gregory Parsons is convicted for the murder of Catherine Carroll and sentenced to life in prison with possibility of parole after 15 years.

  • Appeal and Parole Granted

    Gregory appealed his case and applied for parole and it was granted March 25

  • New Trial Confirmed

    The Newfoundland Court of Appeal grants a new trial.

  • DNA Testing Results

    DNA testing confirms DNA evidence found at scene does not belong to Parsons.

  • Acquittal

    Gregory Parsons' new trial concludes with his acquittal and exoneration.

  • Brian Doyle Confession

    Brian Doyle confesses to Catherine Carroll's murder in a sting operation carried out by police.

  • Brian Doyle Conviction

    Brian Doyle is found guilty of second degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 18 years.