Some speculated that she might have gone on a trip, while others were concerned for her safety, fearing that something more sinister had occurred.

As days turned into weeks, weeks into months, and months into years, there was still no sign of Kristin Smart.

Over time, the dreadful possibility that she had met with a terrible fate became increasingly difficult to dismiss.

Despite their efforts, law enforcement hit a dead end with their only lead and suspect. They dedicated countless hours over the ensuing decades to conducting interviews and gathering information, hoping to find a breakthrough. However, the case eventually went cold.

What had happened to Kristin Smart? Would she ever be found?

The truth began to emerge 23 years later, pieced together bit by bit when a podcaster became engrossed in the case and vowed to seek justice for Kristin Smart.