Raymond Towler "Returns to Civilization" After 29 Years Behind Bars

May 12, 2010 4:00 PM ET
What would you do if you lost 29 years of your life, but were finally given a 2nd chance? If you're Raymond Towler you'd go check out LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers court-side. Towler was wrongfully convicted of rape and kidnapping in 1981. While serving time in prison, he followed his Cavs daily, watching on a 13" TV. Twenty-nine years after his conviction, with the help of his lawyer and new DNA evidence, his life sentence was overturned and he was a free man again. The Cavaliers welcomed Towler into their arena, let him meet some of the players, and gave him prime seats behind the bench. A wonderful gift for a man who lost so much.
  • May 12, 2010 4:00 PM ET
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Tags: Video, NBA, Cleveland Cavaliers, SportsCenter, Tom Rinaldi, Raymond Towler, Cavs Fan

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