Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re unpacking one of the most controversial and emotionally charged cases of the last decade—the death of Kendrick Johnson in Valdosta, Georgia.

In 2013, 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was found deceased inside a rolled-up gym mat at his high school. What authorities quickly ruled an accidental death soon became the center of intense public scrutiny, conflicting forensic interpretations, and widespread allegations of foul play. As Kendrick’s family pushed for answers, the case ignited national debate over investigative practices, racial bias, and whether crucial evidence was overlooked—or intentionally ignored. Was Kendrick’s death a tragic accident, or does the truth lie somewhere deeper beneath the surface? In this episode, we walk through the known facts, the medical findings, the unanswered questions, and why this case continues to divide opinions to this day.

Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all!


Case Notes:

Good Days Cafe: https://www.gooddayscafereno.com/
Documentary: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15190622/reviews/?featured=rw7433055&ref_=tt_ururv_c_2
https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/45div4/kendrick_johnsons_death_is_not_an_unresolved/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmfhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHI4Zaudbv4https://valdostadailytimes.com/2013/11/21/kendricks-final-walk/https://valdostadailytimes.com/2014/10/31/release-of-kj-autopsy-photos-questioned/

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