Amanda Knox Says Cops at Seattle Airport Asked Her What She ‘Did’ to Be Imprisoned for Years: ‘Actually, I Didn’t Do It’
In a recent interview, Amanda Knox revealed a disturbing encounter she had with police officers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Upon her return to the U.S. after spending nearly four years in an Italian prison for the wrongful conviction of the murder of her roommate Meredith Kercher, Knox was approached by officers who, instead of offering sympathy or understanding, inquired what she "did" to end up imprisoned for so long. Knox, visibly shocked, responded by clarifying that she had "actually, not done it."
Knox’s case made international headlines in 2007 when she was accused of murdering Kercher in a brutal attack in Perugia, Italy. After a controversial trial, Knox was sentenced to 26 years in prison. However, after a lengthy legal battle, she was acquitted in 2015 when new evidence and findings pointed to her innocence, and her conviction was overturned.
The encounter at the airport is a chilling reminder of the ongoing stigma Knox faces even after her exoneration. Despite her acquittal, she continues to be confronted by misconceptions about her involvement in the crime. Knox’s statement underscores the personal toll that enduring a wrongful conviction can take, as well as the societal challenge of shedding false narratives that persist long after a legal resolution has been reached.
In the interview, Knox discussed how the incident at the airport affected her emotionally, highlighting that such interactions only perpetuate the trauma of being wrongfully imprisoned. Her ability to respond calmly and correct the officers reflects the strength she has gained from her legal battles and public struggle for justice.
Background Information
Amanda Knox was wrongfully convicted of the 2007 murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy
She was sentenced to 26 years in prison but was acquitted in 2015 after a retrial
Knox’s case received significant international media attention and sparked debates about the fairness of her trial
Despite her acquittal, Knox continues to face public scrutiny and wrongful assumptions about her involvement in the crime
The Seattle airport encounter is just one example of the continuing challenges Knox faces in her quest to move on from her wrongful conviction
Knox has since become a vocal advocate for criminal justice reform and wrongful conviction cases