Ep 9.. In Pursuit of Justice: The Melissa Witt Story: The Interview
Today, we're turning back the clock to 1994; the year a vibrant, young woman, Melissa Ann Witt, was tragically ripped from her loving family and community in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Embarking on an emotionally charged journey with us is Ladonna Humphrey, a seasoned investigator who has been wrapped up in Melissa's unsolved murder for the past eight years. LaDonna, also an acclaimed author and filmmaker, will walk us through the heartbreaking events of that fateful December day, the ongoing investigation, and Melissa's life that was cut short in the blink of an eye.
We're also illuminating the relentless dedication of a retired detective, Jay C. Rider, who has committed years to uncovering the truth behind Melissa's case. Discover a touching story of his steadfast promise to Melissa's mother, a story that gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "above and beyond". Prepare to dive into the chilling details of Melissa's murder, which suggest the unthinkable; her killer might have been someone she knew.
In the final chapter of our journey, we focus on the impact of LaDonna Humphrey's work in the realm of true crime. Hear about her plans for future projects, including two tantalizing new documentaries, and her optimism about the imminent issuance of an arrest warrant in the case. We'll also explore the success of the award-winning documentary "Uneven Ground: The Melissa Witt Story", a film that has given a voice to a young woman whose life was cruelly silenced. Join us for this compelling and heart-rending discussion; it's not one to be missed.
TIME LINE
(00:01) Unsolved Murder of Melissa Ann Witt
(11:29) Jay C. Rider
(19:58) Unsolved Murder and Advocacy
(35:04) Melissa Witt Case and Book Series
(45:32) "Uneven Ground" Documentary
(51:05) Successes in True Crime Advocacy
About LaDonna Humphrey
LaDonna Humphrey is a writer, documentarian, investigative journalist, private investigator, Podcast host and an advocate for victims of crime. And for the past seven years, LaDonna has found herself passionately entangled in seeking justice for 19-year-old murder victim, Melissa Ann Witt.
LaDonna Humphrey lives in Cave Springs, Arkansas with her husband and five of her seven children.
LaDonna Humphrey Website Click Here
Facebook Click Here
https://www.facebook.com/whokilledmissywitt
Purchase The Girl I never knew who killed Melissa Witt:
Genius books
Amazon
Purchase Strangled
Genuis Books
Amazon
Check out our other podcast
Deep Dark Secrets With LaDonna Humphrey and Amy Smith
True Crime, Authors and Extraodinary People with David McClam
We're also illuminating the relentless dedication of a retired detective, Jay C. Rider, who has committed years to uncovering the truth behind Melissa's case. Discover a touching story of his steadfast promise to Melissa's mother, a story that gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "above and beyond". Prepare to dive into the chilling details of Melissa's murder, which suggest the unthinkable; her killer might have been someone she knew.
In the final chapter of our journey, we focus on the impact of LaDonna Humphrey's work in the realm of true crime. Hear about her plans for future projects, including two tantalizing new documentaries, and her optimism about the imminent issuance of an arrest warrant in the case. We'll also explore the success of the award-winning documentary "Uneven Ground: The Melissa Witt Story", a film that has given a voice to a young woman whose life was cruelly silenced. Join us for this compelling and heart-rending discussion; it's not one to be missed.
TIME LINE
(00:01) Unsolved Murder of Melissa Ann Witt
(11:29) Jay C. Rider
(19:58) Unsolved Murder and Advocacy
(35:04) Melissa Witt Case and Book Series
(45:32) "Uneven Ground" Documentary
(51:05) Successes in True Crime Advocacy
About LaDonna Humphrey
LaDonna Humphrey is a writer, documentarian, investigative journalist, private investigator, Podcast host and an advocate for victims of crime. And for the past seven years, LaDonna has found herself passionately entangled in seeking justice for 19-year-old murder victim, Melissa Ann Witt.
LaDonna Humphrey lives in Cave Springs, Arkansas with her husband and five of her seven children.
LaDonna Humphrey Website Click Here
Facebook Click Here
https://www.facebook.com/whokilledmissywitt
Purchase The Girl I never knew who killed Melissa Witt:
Genius books
Amazon
Purchase Strangled
Genuis Books
Amazon
Check out our other podcast
Deep Dark Secrets With LaDonna Humphrey and Amy Smith
True Crime, Authors and Extraodinary People with David McClam
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