"Leo Schofield Forgives His Wife's Killer After 36 Years in Prison"

Leo Schofield, who was wrongfully incarcerated for the murder of his wife in 1987, spent an extensive 36 years behind bars before being released on parole in 2023. Throughout his incarceration, Mr. Schofield consistently maintained his innocence, and during his time in prison, he focused on personal growth by mentoring younger inmates and deepening his faith.

Recently, after a long wait following his release, Mr. Schofield experienced a notable moment of closure through a heartfelt phone conversation with Jeremy Scott, the man who admitted to committing the crime. He articulated that forgiveness is less about the individuals involved and more about alleviating the burden on oneself, stating, “Forgiveness is not about the person who hurt us… it’s about us who are hurt and being freed from the effect of that.”

Their discussion, which is featured in the second season of the podcast "Bone Valley," marks a pivotal moment in their lives, allowing them to move towards healing. The second season also sheds light on Mr. Scott’s confession and explores his estranged relationship with his son, as well as another murder he claims to have committed that went uncharged.