Brendan Dassey’s Confession EXPLAINED: Coerced or True? (Making a Murderer Case)

In this in-depth true crime video we analyze the controversial interrogation of Brendan Ray Dassey – the 16‑year‑old at the center of Netflix’s Making a Murderer documentary. We compare the interrogation script to news reports and expert opinions on police tactics and false confessions. Dassey’s recorded admission – later recanted – was crucial in his 2007 conviction, even though no physical evidence tied him to the crime. His lawyers argue the police “fed him the ‘right’ answers” during four intense interviews in 48 hours. Studies show minors are 3–4× more likely than adults to false‑confess, and nearly 38% of juvenile exonerations involve coerced confessions.

🔎 In this video, we walk through the script line-by-line, highlight contradictions, and put the facts into context with Making a Murderer footage, court filings, and expert commentary. We also discuss recent legal developments .

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This video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not legal advice. We discuss public court cases and sources, but opinions are our own. Viewer discretion is advised due to the sensitive nature of crime and interrogation topics.