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Adnan Syed's Wife Files for Divorce After His Murder Conviction is Overturned

The couple had been married for four years.

Rabia Chaudry, a close friend of Syed's, confirmed the news to The Intercept. She said that Syed's wife, Hae Min Lee, had filed for divorce in Baltimore County Circuit Court on Thursday.

The divorce filing comes after Syed's murder conviction was overturned last month.

Syed had been serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Lee, but his conviction was overturned by a judge who found that his trial lawyer had been ineffective.

The divorce filing does not provide any details about the reasons for the split.

However, it is worth noting that Syed has been in prison for the majority of their marriage. It is possible that the strain of his incarceration has taken a toll on their relationship.

The divorce filing is a reminder of the long-term consequences of wrongful convictions.

Even after their convictions are overturned, people who have been wrongfully convicted often face significant challenges in rebuilding their lives. They may have lost their jobs, their homes, and their families.

Syed's case is a high-profile example of the problems with the criminal justice system.

His wrongful conviction highlights the need for reforms that will prevent innocent people from being sent to prison.