The U.S. released a law enforcement interview with Jerry Ray, brother of Martin Luther King assassin James Earl Ray. After ...

James Earl Ray confessed to the crime in 1969 but later claimed he was set up. Many, including King's family, suspect a larger conspiracy involving other individuals or organizations.

No vast sums of money were awarded (the Kings sought only $100), and Ray was not exonerated. King’s two other surviving children, Dexter, 57, and Martin III, 60, fully agree that Ray was innocent.

Object Details Author Pepper, William 1937- Subject King, Martin Luther Jr. 1929-1968 Assassination Contents pt. 1. 1. The beginning-- 2. The television trial of James Earl Ray -- 3. The continuing ...