When 19-year-old Shana Grice reported her stalker to the police, they didn’t just dismiss her—they fined her. Months later, she was found murdered in her bedroom, her throat slashed, and her home set on fire. The man responsible had a documented history of harassment, and Shana had done everything she could to be heard. In this episode, I tell the devastating story of Shana Grice—a young woman who was failed at every turn by the very system meant to protect her. I'll go over the red flags that were ignored, the chilling behavior of her killer, and how one police department’s negligence became a national scandal. This is more than a true crime story. It’s a warning.

If you are in a situation where you are being stalked or harassed by a partner or a stranger you can contact:
(In America) The Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC) at [email protected]
or call them at (202) 558-0040
(In the UK) The National Stalking Help Line www.stalkinghelpline.org
or call them at 0808 802 0300

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Featuring a Promo for True Crime Connections PodcastWe honor deep healing while also making room for laughter, lightness, and moments of joy. Many guests say being on the show felt like chatting with a friend who truly understands. As a survivor of physical, financial, sexual, and psychological abuse, I know what it’s like to feel silenced, devalued, and lost. Back then, terms like gaslighting, narcissism, and love bombing weren’t common, making it even harder to spot toxic patterns. 
My mission is to empower others by sharing my journey and helping people recognize the critical difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. 


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