Donna Emmel was fifteen years old and enjoying the summer between her sophomore and junior year of high school.  June 16, 1975, was a typical summer day in Newport, NC.  That day, Donna went to hang out with friends at the popular Grice’s Grill off Highway 70 in Newport., North Carolina.  Around 8:30 that evening, Donna’s mother called the grill and said it was time for Donna to head back home.  Donna was seen leaving, taking a shortcut through woods to her house which she had taken many times before, alone and in the dark.  However, this night was different.  Donna never made it home.  The search for Donna ended the next afternoon when her body was found in a drainage ditch, just across from her own home.  In the weeks after the murder, more than 100 people were questioned.  Over the years, law enforcement followed up on any leads in the investigation but still no answers. Music by Bryan Anderson Cover Art by Marley Soden

Donna Emmel was fifteen years old and enjoying the summer between her sophomore and junior year of high school. June 16, 1975, was a typical summer day in Newport, NC. That day, Donna went to hang out with friends at the popular Grice’s Grill off Highway 70 in Newport., North Carolina. Around 8:30 that evening, Donna’s mother called the grill and said it was time for Donna to head back home. Donna was seen leaving, taking a shortcut through woods to her house which she had taken many times before, alone and in the dark. However, this night was different. Donna never made it home. The search for Donna ended the next afternoon when her body was found in a drainage ditch, just across from her own home. In the weeks after the murder, more than 100 people were questioned. Over the years, law enforcement followed up on any leads in the investigation but still no answers. Music by Bryan Anderson Cover Art by Marley Soden

Donna Emmel was fifteen years old and enjoying the summer between her sophomore and junior year of high school.&nbsp; June 16, 1975, was a typical summer day in Newport, NC.&nbsp; That day, Donna went to hang out with friends at the popular Grice’s Grill off Highway 70 in Newport., North Carolina.&nbsp; Around 8:30 that evening, Donna’s mother called the grill and said it was time for Donna to head back home.&nbsp; Donna was seen leaving, taking a shortcut through woods to her house which she had taken many times before, alone and in the dark.&nbsp; However, this night was different.&nbsp; Donna never made it home.&nbsp; The search for Donna ended the next afternoon when her body was found in a drainage ditch, just across from her own home. &nbsp;In the weeks after the murder, more than 100 people were questioned.&nbsp; Over the years, law enforcement followed up on any leads in the investigation but still no answers. Music by Bryan Anderson Cover Art by Marley Soden

Cruel Summer - The Tragic Death of Donna Emmel

Please enjoy a Halloween special episode from your friends at True Crime Mamas! "Lydia the Ghost of Jamestown Bridge" is covered by Christina, Lindsay and Courtney. "Haunted Nights," is performed by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra, 1929 "The Legend of Wanda Woody" is covered by Susanna and Heidi. "Hellhound on My Trail" is performed by Robert Johnson 1961 Listener submission, "The Devils Tramping Ground" is covered by Christina and Heidi. "The Devil's Tramping Ground" is performed by Tommy Edwards, 2020 Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Please enjoy a Halloween special episode from your friends at True Crime Mamas! "Lydia the Ghost of Jamestown Bridge" is covered by Christina, Lindsay and Courtney. "Haunted Nights," is performed by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra, 1929 "The Legend of Wanda Woody" is covered by Susanna and Heidi. "Hellhound on My Trail" is performed by Robert Johnson 1961 Listener submission, "The Devils Tramping Ground" is covered by Christina and Heidi. "The Devil's Tramping Ground" is performed by Tommy Edwards, 2020 Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Please enjoy a Halloween special episode from your friends at True Crime Mamas! "Lydia the Ghost of Jamestown Bridge" is covered by Christina, Lindsay and Courtney. "Haunted Nights," is performed by Duke Ellington and His Orchestra, 1929 "The Legend of Wanda Woody" is covered by Susanna and Heidi. "Hellhound on My Trail" is performed by Robert Johnson 1961 Listener submission, "The Devils Tramping Ground" is covered by Christina and Heidi. "The Devil's Tramping Ground" is performed by Tommy Edwards, 2020 Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

A Halloween Special Episode from Your Friends at True Crime Mamas

Amber and Heidi cover the case of Zachary Smith Reynolds, the youngest son of R.J. Reynolds.  Reynolds' mysterious death was first ruled as a suicide but later changed to a homicide.  Although his wife Libby and best friend were suspected, they were never convicted of any charges. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Amber and Heidi cover the case of Zachary Smith Reynolds, the youngest son of R.J. Reynolds. Reynolds' mysterious death was first ruled as a suicide but later changed to a homicide. Although his wife Libby and best friend were suspected, they were never convicted of any charges. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Amber and Heidi cover the case of Zachary Smith Reynolds, the youngest son of R.J. Reynolds.&nbsp; Reynolds' mysterious death was first ruled as a suicide but later changed to a homicide.&nbsp; Although his wife Libby and best friend were suspected, they were never convicted of any charges. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

The Boy Millionaire and the Torch Singer: The Murder of Zachary Smith Reynolds

Christina and Amber cover the case of Irish business man, Jason Corbett is beaten to death with a baseball bat and concrete paver. His second wife, Molly and her father former FBI agent Thomas Martens are charged with his murder. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Christina and Amber cover the case of Irish business man, Jason Corbett is beaten to death with a baseball bat and concrete paver. His second wife, Molly and her father former FBI agent Thomas Martens are charged with his murder. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Christina and Amber cover the case of Irish business man, Jason Corbett is beaten to death with a baseball bat and concrete paver. His second wife, Molly and her father former FBI agent Thomas Martens are charged with his murder. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Murder in the Meadowlands - Jason Corbett, Part 2

Murder in the Meadowlands - Jason Corbett, Part 1

Susanna intros True Crime Mamas Podcast. We will break down some of the most heinous, mind-blowing, and interesting cases in North Carolina. Our mission is to shine light on the thousands of cold cases in North Carolina and give a voice to the victims. We will also cover many of the big, news-making cases from our state. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Susanna intros True Crime Mamas Podcast. We will break down some of the most heinous, mind-blowing, and interesting cases in North Carolina. Our mission is to shine light on the thousands of cold cases in North Carolina and give a voice to the victims. We will also cover many of the big, news-making cases from our state. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

Susanna intros True Crime Mamas Podcast. We will break down some of the most heinous, mind-blowing, and interesting cases in North Carolina. Our mission is to shine light on the thousands of cold cases in North Carolina and give a voice to the victims. We will also cover many of the big, news-making cases from our state. Cover art by Marley Soden Theme song by Sam Morrison

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At True Crime Mamas Podcast, our mission is to shed light on the many tragic homicide and missing persons cases across North Carolina. We strive to honor victims and their loved ones by honestly and non sensationally sharing their stories.

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