MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WTVF) — An attorney for the estate of a Tennessee man executed for murder 13 years ago says he intends to appeal the denial of an order for DNA testing.
A Memphis judge ruled Monday that the estate, represented by April Alley, doesn't have standing to request the testing.
Alley is the daughter of Sedley Alley, executed in 2006 for the 1985 murder of Marine Lance Cpl. Suzanne Collins.
Shelby County Judge Paula Skahan ruled against her on Monday.
Alley petitioned for the testing after investigators in a Missouri murder case contacted the Innocence Project about a possible connection between another suspect and Collins.
Alley confessed to the crime but later said his confession was coerced.
Alley's attorney William Massey said Monday they are disappointed with the ruling and plan to appeal.
