He Slew the Dreamer

William Bradford Huie, a prominent journalist known for his investigative work, played a crucial role in uncovering the truth behind Martin Luther King's assassination. By employing "checkbook journalism," he secured the cooperation of James Earl Ray and his attorneys, paying them $40,000 to reveal details of Ray's actions leading up to the assassination and his subsequent arrest. Huie's unique position allowed him to be one of the few individuals able to communicate directly with Ray during this pivotal investigation.