New Evidence in John Lennon Murder

A recent investigation by British author and TV producer David Whelan has shed new light on the tragic murder of music legend John Lennon on December 8, 1980. Whelan’s three-year investigation has uncovered compelling evidence indicating the possibility of a second shooter being involved in the assassination. Among the discoveries are official records indicating that two different types of bullets were removed from Lennon’s body during the autopsy. This revelation challenges the official narrative and raises questions about the accuracy of the initial investigation.

Unearthing Dramatic New Evidence

David Whelan’s investigation into the John Lennon murder case has revealed a series of inconsistencies, suggesting that detectives may have misunderstood the sequence of events leading to the shooting. Previously, Whelan had discovered a collection of documents related to the killing, including Mark Chapman’s “hit list” featuring names like Marlon Brando and former First Lady Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Now, his focus has shifted to the bullets recovered from the crime scene, which provide intriguing insights into the case.

Two Different Types of Bullets

According to the official records Whelan obtained, only two “slugs” were entered into evidence, despite Chapman allegedly firing all the rounds in his five-chamber .38 special revolver. Four of these bullets struck Lennon, but the whereabouts of the missing three bullets remain unknown. The two bullets removed during Lennon’s autopsy are of different types, as indicated by markings on a receipt from the New York morgue. One is described as a “1 x 38 cal.SWC” (Semi-wadcutter or hollow-point bullet), designed to spread out upon impact. The other is simply listed as a “1 x 38cal lead bullet.”

Significance of Different Bullet Types

Whelan believes that the presence of different bullet types in Lennon’s body supports the theory of a second shooter’s involvement. While it is possible to have different ammunition types in a single revolver, Chapman consistently claimed to have used hollow point wadcutter bullets. Given his familiarity with guns and ammunition from his security guard days, Whelan finds the discrepancy significant. He suggests that the hollow-point bullet found in Lennon, along with the lowly-positioned bullet holes in the glass doors, may indicate that another shooter was present inside the vestibule area.

Contradictions and Witnesses

Whelan’s investigation challenges the official account of the shooting. Eyewitnesses, including medical staff who attempted to save Lennon’s life, have stated that the musician was shot four times in his upper chest area from the front, with three bullets exiting from his left back. This contradicts the prosecution’s version that Chapman fired all the rounds from behind Lennon, hitting him four times in the back. Whelan argues that the fatal shots were likely fired into Lennon’s chest rather than his back.

Call for an Independent Investigation

The emergence of this new evidence has prompted calls for an independent investigation into John Lennon’s assassination to address the inconsistencies and shed light on the truth. Whelan believes that clearing up these disturbing anomalies is crucial to honor Lennon’s memory and provide closure to his family. Given the potential implications of a second shooter, Whelan suggests exploring the possibility of a carefully planned assassination involving powerful backers with ties to right-wing groups, the US military, or the CIA.