Adnan Syed is a man who gained national attention due to his conviction for the 1999 murder of his ex-girlfriend, Hae Min Lee, in Baltimore, Maryland. His case was the subject of the popular podcast Serial, which raised questions about the evidence and the fairness of his trial. In September 2022, a judge vacated Syed's conviction after new evidence emerged, leading to a re-examination of the case. This decision sparked discussions about wrongful convictions and the criminal justice system in the United States, highlighting the complexities involved in such legal matters.