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Judge Releases Vedam After 40 Years; Deportation Possible

4/2/2026

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Pennsylvania judge clears Vedam's release after murder conviction overturned, ending 40 years in prison.
Vedam, who says he did not kill Kinser in 1980, faced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) questioning about drug offenses.
The judge credited Vedam's rehabilitation and family ties, saying he does not pose public danger.
Vedam could still face deportation to India due to unrelated drug distribution convictions.
DHS has one month to appeal.

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Pennsylvania judge clears Vedam's release after murder conviction overturned, ending 40 years in prison.
Vedam, who says he did not kill Kinser in 1980, faced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) questioning about drug offenses.
The judge credited Vedam's rehabilitation and family ties, saying he does not pose public danger.
Vedam could still face deportation to India due to unrelated drug distribution convictions.
DHS has one month to appeal.