DNA Tests Raise Doubts In "Stocking Strangler" Carlton Gary's Case

Mike Gallagher

Dec 13, 2010 - 16:01

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DNA Tests Raise Doubts In "Stocking Strangler" Carlton Gary's Case

ATLANTA, Ga. - New DNA evidence is raising doubts about the case against a Georgia inmate sentenced to death after he was convicted of strangling three elderly women with their own stockings in the 1970s.

Carlton Gary's defense attoey Jack Martin said Monday that Gary's DNA tests did not match samples from one of the women. He said a test for another victim was inconclusive and samples from the third victim could not be accurately tested.

Prosecutors have called an afteoon news conference to discuss the case. But Martin said the prosecutors contend the results also may link Gary, known as the Columbus "Stocking Strangler," to a fourth victim.

Gary was scheduled to die in December 2009. But the Georgia Supreme Court halted the execution and ordered a judge to consider his request for DNA testing that wasn't available during his 1986 trial.

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Mike Gallagher Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.