In 1997, Sherrice Iverson, 7, accompanied her father and brother (14) to a Las Vegas Casino.  Indeed, a peculiar place for a child to be, but her father had brought her along on many other occasions.  During this particular visit, Sherrice wandered right into an evil stranger’s path.  

**Trigger Warning: This story contains information about sexual assault and molestation.**

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Lauren Smith-Fields met Matthew LaFountain (37, white male) on Bumble.   According to the New York Times, they met in person for the first time three days later.  This meeting occurred at Lauren’s CT apartment on December 11, 2021.  Sadly, Lauren was found dead by her Bumble date, Matthew LaFountain, just a few hours later on December 12, 2021.   Matthew LaFountain was the last person to see her alive.  The circumstances surrounding Lauren’s death have left more questions than answers.  Based on articles (please see sources), there were major mistakes made by law enforcement, including, but not limited to, not informing Lauren’s family of her passing.  As of today’s date (02/23/22), there has not been any additional information communicated to the public regarding Lauren’s case.   In this mini episode, we recount the details that have been provided to the public regarding Lauren’s untimely passing.

**Important Note** This case is still developing and an investigation is ongoing.  Therefore, Matthew LaFountain is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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In January of 1995, Beverly Jackson (a devoted mother of 4), 39,  is murdered in Miami.  Police scramble to find the answers, but come up empty handed.  Years later, a tip comes in from the most unlikely person and it reignites the case.   Will Beverly finally get justice?

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Lita McClinton uprooted her life in ATL to allow her husband to indulge in his dreams of wining and dining with the wealthy in Palm Beach.  Eventually, his incessant cheating and his racially charged emotions brings their 8 year marriage to a halt.  As Lita begins to piece her life together, someone comes along and rips it all apart.

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In 1999, a 30-weeks pregnant, Cherica Adams, is shot multiple times in a drive-by shooting.   Someone wanted her gone badly.  Her baby too.  That someone?  None other than (former) NFL Player and the father of her unborn child, Rae Carruth.   Norma said it best - “this sounds…like a movie” and I couldn’t agree more.  You’ll have to hear it to believe it.

**Trigger Warning: In this week's episode, we also discuss the recent tragedy of Cheslie Kryst.  If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifelife at 1-800-273-8255

***Cheslie Kryst's Allure Article: https://www.allure.com/story/cheslie-kryst-miss-usa-on-turning-30 

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In 2014, Keonte Chavis, 19, had just learned that she’d passed the Air Force exam with flying colors.  Because she would have a short break before starting her new career, she decided to be proactive and stack her coins — which ultimately led her to apply for a job at a local supermarket. When she fails to show up to her job interview, it alarms her family.   Two days later, they’d get the most gut wrenching news: Keonte had been murdered. 

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Kenneka Jenkins goes to a hotel party with her BFF and never makes it out alive.  Police, family and the media try to piece together the last hours of Kenneka’s life using hotel surveillance cameras, but a blindspot in the camera causes more questions than answers.  Her case is considered solved, but as more details emerge, it makes you wonder if that is, in fact, true. 

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Ryan Harris, 11, was sexually assaulted and murdered in July 1998.  Police initially arrested two black boys, ages 7 and 8, for her murder, after an anonymous tip comes in (as well as a statement that the boys had thrown rocks at her a few days before -- and possibly wanted her bike).  Eventually, charges are dismissed against the two boys and someone else is convicted for Ryan’s murder.  The case is closed, but it still leaves you with some lingering questions.

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Did Jaleayah Davis drive drunk or was she the victim of foul play? In Part 2, we wrap up the police's theory and dive right into her family's theory.  By the end of the episode, you'll be unsure of how to answer the above question too...

*Warning: This case contains extremely detailed information regarding the state of Jaleayah's body upon discovery.  Listener's discretion is advised.*

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Jaleayah goes out on the town with friends/acquaintances on a November evening.  Only hours later, she is found in the left lane of the highway in the most gruesome condition with no one around her.  Just her car (still on) in the distance.  The Wood County Sheriff’s Department considers the case to be closed and say that Jaleayah’s death was the result of her own drunk driving.  Her mom, Kim Davis, goes to bat  for Jaleayah — giving internet strangers a peek into official statements and reports collected by authorities.  And what you read/hear makes you question everything.  Was it really a drunk driving accident or was it something more sinister?

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