Richard Wershe Jr.

Richard Wershe Jr. is a former child convict and author who was involved in a high-profile case in the 1980s. Wershe Jr. was arrested at the age of 14 and sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in a cocaine trafficking ring. He was released from prison in 2010 after serving 27 years. Wershe Jr. has written a memoir about his experiences and has become a vocal advocate for prison reform. He has spoken publicly about the effects of the War on Drugs and has worked to raise awareness about the issue. Wershe Jr. is based in Detroit.