“White Boy Rick”, as he was called, was a novelty: A white teenager seemingly running a major inner-city drug operation. In May of 1987, 17-year-old Richard Wershe Jr. was charged with a non-violent, juvenile drug offense. By the time of his arrest he was already a Detroit legend, frequently making front-page headlines and leading the local television news. In this film, gangsters, hit men, journalists and federal agents struggle to explain why he remains in prison at nearly 50 years old. The possible explanation is more stunning than the crimes Wershe was alleged to have committed.
Shawn Rech
Director, Director
Richard Wershe Jr.
Self
Scott M. Burnstein
Self
Johnny Curry
Self
Chris Hansen
Self
Kevin Dietz
Self
Herm Groman
Self
Seth Ferranti
Self
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