KOIN Vault

More questions fuel conspiracy theories and a new confession comes to light. Frank Gable loses appeal after appeal. A long-time prosecutor weighs in on the case and explains the state’s decision to continue pushing to keep Gable in prison.

Michael Francke’s family doesn’t buy the official story of his murder. A bombshell investigation reveals ongoing corruption within the Department of Corrections. Frank Gable is arrested and convicted for murder despite serious questions about the reliability of several witnesses.

Neil Goldschmidt takes office as Oregon Governor and appoints Michael Francke to oversee the state’s troubled Department of Corrections. State Lawmakers want answers about spending and corruption within the prison system. Michael Franke is stabbed to death outside his office at the Dome Building.

A corrupt prison system full of secrets. A convicted killer released from prison. A family left without answers. Over three decades, the lines between what actually happened and conspiracy theory blur -- and call into question what it means to find justice.