Black Girl Gone: A True Crime Podcast

In this re-released episode, Amara returns to the 2003 murder of Tamara Greene — a Detroit mother of three whose case became entangled in rumor, political scandal, and a flawed investigation. Two decades later, her death remains unsolved and surrounded by questions that the city has never fully answered. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit ⁠Shopify.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In August 2013, 17-year-old Alexis Murphy left her home in Shipman, Virginia and never came back. Days later, her car was found miles away, and the search for Alexis uncovered a trail of clues that led investigators to a man whose story didn’t add up. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone BILT www.Bilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On June 26, 2021, 27-year-old Rajah McQueen disappeared from Cleveland, Ohio. Surveillance cameras captured her car on the day she vanished — but Rajah was never seen again. Four years later, new developments in the case have revealed troubling details, and investigators say they’re closer than ever to finding out what happened. In this re-release, we revisit Rajah’s story — a mother, a daughter, and a woman whose disappearance still haunts her family and her community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Afterthoughts episode, Jason and I sit with the story of Aniya Mack and talk through the parts that linger long after the episode ends. We reflect on the warning signs that were present, the role jealousy and control played, and how quickly a relationship can turn dangerous. We also discuss the unanswered questions, the moments that didn’t sit right, and the emotional weight this case leaves behind — not just for Aniya’s family, but for anyone who’s ever tried to love someone through red flags. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In June 2018, 24-year-old Aniya Mack suddenly stopped answering calls and messages. Her friends and family knew right away that something was wrong. What began as a search for a missing young woman soon led police to a series of strange clues — and ultimately, to the truth about what happened to her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In July 2008, 40-year-old teacher and mother Genai Coleman was shot and killed while waiting in her car outside a mall in Duluth, Georgia. What began as a tragic carjacking soon turned into one of the strangest investigations police had ever seen — when DNA from the crime scene pointed to not one suspect, but two. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Nutrafol Visit Nutrafol.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In May of 1988, eight-year-old Malakia “Kia” Logan vanished while riding her bike just a few hundred yards from her home in Greenwood County, South Carolina. Despite massive searches, Kia was never found. Two years later, a hunter in Newberry County made a chilling discovery that would confirm the community’s worst fears. Decades have passed since Kia disappeared, and while her memory lives on, her killer has never been brought to justice. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BILT Visit joinbilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On February 14, 2020, 23-year-old Anitra Gunn disappeared in Fort Valley, Georgia. Four days later, her body was found in nearby woods, and the search for answers turned to her boyfriend, uncovering a pattern of control and violence that ended in tragedy. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Earnin Download The Earnin App in the App Store or Google Play Use Code GIRLGONE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On May 11, 2002, 21-year-old Mahogany Davis was murdered inside her Fairbanks, Alaska apartment while her three young children were just feet away. Despite reportedly speaking to police before she died, no one has ever been arrested. More than two decades later, her family is still searching for answers. Who killed Mahogany Davis — and why has her case remained unsolved for 23 years? SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Nutrafol.com/girlgone BetterHelp BetterHelp.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In 2006, 13-year-old Donnisha Hill disappeared after getting off the school bus in Waterloo, Iowa. Days later, her body was found across the state line in Illinois. The investigation revealed she had been the victim of sexual abuse and targeted in a murder-for-hire plot that shocked her community and devastated her family. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit Shopify.com/girlgone Bilt Visit Bilt.com/girlgone ZocDoc Visit ZocDoc.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sixteen-year-old Janell Carwell vanished after Easter 2017. Nearly a year later, she was found, and her stepfather and mother were indicted. Seven years later, justice is still pending. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Visit www. Nutrafol.com/girlgone Earnin Download The Earnin App Today in The App Store or Google Play Store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On June 29, 2017, 33-year-old Makeva Jenkins was shot and killed inside her Florida home. A wife, mother of three, and successful entrepreneur, Makeva had dedicated her life to building a better future for her family. At first, her murder appeared to be the result of a home invasion — but the investigation would uncover a plot filled with betrayal, leaving her loved ones and community in shock. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In July 2020, 10-year-old Breasia Terrell disappeared from Davenport, Iowa, after a sleepover. In March 2021, their worst fears were confirmed when her remains were found miles away. The investigation uncovered heartbreaking details and revealed that her killer was someone she knew and trusted. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/girlgone Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Between 1971 and 1972, six young Black girls were abducted and murdered in Washington D.C. Believed to be the work of the Freeway Phantom, their cases remain unsolved over 50 years later. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Afterthoughts episode, we reflect on the heartbreaking stories of Deanna Cook and Yolanda “LaLa” Brown, two women whose lives were cut short by violence. We dive into the devastating failures that led to Deanna’s death and the unanswered questions that still surround LaLa and JeTannue Clayborn’s unsolved murders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2012, 32-year-old Deanna Cook was trying to move on from a violent marriage — but her ex-husband refused to let her go. On August 17, Deanna made a desperate 911 call as she was being attacked. Her call lasted over 17 minutes... but help never came. Days later, her body was found in her home. This is Deanna’s story. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In October 2007, 21-year-old R&B singer Yolanda “LaLa” Brown and her boyfriend, music producer JeTannue “Kool Aid” Clayborn, were found shot to death inside their Milwaukee recording studio. Nearly two decades later, their murders remain unsolved. Who killed LaLa and Kool Aid — and why has no one been held accountable? SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Afterthoughts episode, we take a deeper look into the tragic and horrifying murders of Karen and Karissa Lofton, and Dolores and Ebony Dewitt. We discuss the shocking details of the crimes, the calculated nature of the accused killer, and the long journey toward justice. From the fear that spread through a quiet Maryland suburb to the unsettling questions that still remain, this conversation explores how these cases impacted a community — and why the story doesn’t end with an arrest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In early 2009, two mother-daughter pairs were murdered just weeks apart in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Karen and Karissa Lofton were found shot inside their home. Weeks later, Delores and Ebony Dewitt were discovered in a burning car. At first, the cases appeared unrelated — until a shocking lead revealed a connection to an unlikely suspect, exposing a chilling pattern of violence. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Earnin Download the Earnin App in the App Store Or Google Play Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I revisit the story of Phoenix Coldon, a 23-year-old woman who vanished after leaving her home in Spanish Lake, Missouri, on December 18, 2011. As her parents searched desperately for answers, they uncovered a life filled with secrets they never knew Phoenix was keeping. From mysterious relationships to a haunting video message, Phoenix’s case is one filled with twists, theories, and heartbreaking questions that still remain unanswered more than a decade later. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BILT www.BILT.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In November 2018, Tamla Horsford attended a slumber party in Cumming, Georgia — by morning, she was dead. Her death was ruled an accident, but nearly seven years later, her family is still searching for answers. We’re re-releasing this episode to remind the world: Tamla’s story isn’t over. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR BetterHelp www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Shopify www.Shopify.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this re-released episode of Black Girl Gone, we revisit the heartbreaking story of 16-year-old Tioni Theus. In January 2022, Tioni was found murdered on the side of a freeway in Los Angeles — a young life taken far too soon. When we first told her story in 2023, there were still no answers. Sadly, that hasn’t changed. Tioni’s case remains unsolved, and the fight for justice continues. This episode is a reminder that her story still matters — and that someone out there knows the truth. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR BILT Visit joinbilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On January 16, 1987, 35-year-old Lita McClinton was shot and killed on the doorstep of her Atlanta home. Just hours later, she was scheduled to appear in court in a bitter divorce battle with her wealthy husband, James Sullivan. For years, suspicion surrounded Jim, but no charges were ever filed—until a shocking tip in 1998 changed everything. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Earnin Download the Earnin App in the App Store of Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2006, 27-year-old Avis Banks was five months pregnant and planning a future with her fiancé when she was brutally murdered in her home. As police searched for answers, a secret relationship and a shocking betrayal came to light SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone to get $10 off you first month subscription Dipsea Visit www.Dipsea.com/girlgone for a 30 day free trial plus %25 off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Afterthoughts, Amara and Jason reflect on the brutal, unsolved murder of Rev. Carol Daniels. They discuss the haunting details, the lack of answers, and the lasting impact on her family and community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2009, Rev. Carol Daniels was found murdered inside her small church in Anadarko, Oklahoma. The crime scene shocked even the most experienced investigators—and to this day, no one has been held accountable. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BILT Start Earning Points On Your Rent Today Visit www.joinbilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 20, 1995 3 year old Lenoria Jones, disappeared from Tacoma, Washington. Initially reported as missing after wandering away inside a Target , police soon learned that she was never at Target. What happened next is mystery that remains unsolved 3 decades later. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Earnin Download the Earning App in the Apple App or Google Play Store Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone BetterHelp Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone for 10% off your first month ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamey was kidnapped before being brutally murdered in the spring of 1981, on this episode of Afterthoughts, Amara and Jason discuss their thoughts about this case. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BetterHelp Visit: www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone DipSea www.Dipsea.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In May 1981, 18-year-old Jamey Walker vanished after returning home from a date. A day later, her body was found under a bridge near Lake Mead. Though police had a suspect early on, it would take over 30 years to bring him to justice. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/GirlGone Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/GirlGone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Amara recently had the opportunity to be apart of a groundbreaking new docuseries called Murder Has Two Faces streaming now on Hulu. In this bonus episode Amara speaks to Lisa Cortes the director of the series. They discuss the project and what inspired Lisa to want to tell these stories in her first true crime project. Sponsor: joinbilt.com/girlgone to sign up for Bilt today to earn points at home, in your neighborhood, and on travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Afterthoughts Amara and Jason discuss their thoughts and opinions about this weeks re-released episode about the heartbreaking murder of LaToyia Figueroa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In July 2005, LaToyia Figueroa—five months pregnant and a mother of one—vanished in Philadelphia. While other missing women dominated headlines, LaToyia’s story was largely ignored. In this episode, we share her story and examine how the media failed her. Support Our Sponsor LUMEN Visit www.Lumen.me/GIRLGONE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're Back! After a year plus long hiatus, Afterthoughts is back with brand new episodes. For new listeners Afterthoughts is a BONUS episode where Amara and her cohost/producer and husband Jason discuss their thoughts and opinion about the case from that weeks episode. On our first episode back we discuss the heartbreaking and senseless "thrill kill" murder of 17-year old Makia Coney. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Bilt joinbilt.com/girlgone Shopify shopify.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In February 2010 17 year old Makia Coney disappeared afterschool in Jacksonville, FL. A few hours after she was reported missing, her body was found, she had been shot to death. When her killers are identified, the true senselessness of her murder comes to life. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS EarnIn Type in Black Girl Gone under PODCAST when you sign up Dipsea DipseaStories.com/GIRLGONE Nutrafol Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code GIRLGONEGIFT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On December 21, 2019, 21 year old Destiny Harrison was shot to death inside her salon in Baltimore, MD, more than 5 years later, her murder remains unsolved. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 28, 2012, 38 year old Latrice Armstead went missing in Memphis, TN. She was in the process of getting a divorce and starting a new life, but before she could, she vanished. Now nearly 13 years later, Latrice is still missing. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS EarnIn Download The EarnIn App in the Apple App Store Of Google Play Store Better Help Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone for 10% Off Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgonegift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson takes you through high-profile investigations like the murder of Gabby Petito, the kidnapping of Elizabeth Smart, and the mass suicide of the Heaven's Gate cult. Follow Crime House True Crime Stories — a Crime House Original — wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When 13-year-old Na’Ziyah Harris vanished in Detroit, her case was dismissed as a runaway—until chilling details emerged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In June 2015, 31-year-old LaJoya McCoy, a devoted mother and ambitious entrepreneur, vanished from Monrovia, California. As friends and family searched for answers, a chilling discovery turned her missing persons case into a homicide investigation. Support Our Sponsors Nutrafol Visit ww.Nutrafol.com use code GIRLGONE BILT Visit www.Bilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 3, 2013, Miriam Carey drove from her home in Connecticut to Washington DC with her 13-month-old daughter in the backseat. She made a U-turn at a White House checkpoint. 26 bullets later, Miriam was dead. Did the police have to shoot Miriam that day? Years later questions about the events of that day and the actions of capital police still linger. *Rerecorded* SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS EarnIn Download the Earnin App in the App Store to Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the last day of Black History Month, I bring you the stories of two women who were murdered near the turn of the 20th century. Slavery had ended, but Black people were still subjected to unspeakable horrors. These are just two of the many innocent women who were brutally murdered. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR DIPSEA Visit www.Dipsea.com/girlgone Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On September 12, 1996, 18 year old Rhonda Johnson and her 6 month old son Co'ran were shot to death inside her mothers Toyota Camry. Decades later their killer has never been caught. Support Our Sponsors Greenlight Visit www.Greenlight.com use code GirlGone BetterHelp Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On June 23, 2001, 51 year old Sharon Davis disappeared in Dallas, Texas after she dropped her daughter off at a bus stop. 5 days later her car was found, but there was no sign of Sharon. Almost 24 years later, Sharon has never been found and the mystery surrounding her disappearance remains. *This episode was re-recorded, it was originally released in 2021 Support Our Sponsors EarnIn Visit www.Earnin.com/girlgone DipSea Visit www.DipseaStories.com/girlgone Shopify Visit www,Shopify.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On March 15, 2007 19 year old Tynesha Stewart disappeared from Houston Texas while home from college for spring break. 6 days after she was last seen, a confession would reveal the truth about what really happened to Tynesha. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS GreenLight Visit www.Greenlight.com/girgone Nutrafol www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On April 6, 2009 Charline Rosemond disappeared after leaving work in Somerville. MA. 6 days later she was found shot to death in the driver side of her fathers car. 15 years later, her murder remains unsolved. Watch The Tamron Hall Interview here: https://youtu.be/2ICAKhMhgl4?si=ecsGtFj9wNNkjqZk SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Bilt www.Bilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In April 2024, 19 year old Sade Robinson was murdered in Milwaukee, WI after she went on a first day with man she recently met. The last time she was seen alive was leaving the bar with him. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS NUTRAFOL Visit Nutrafol.com/GirlGone Shopify Visit Shopify.com/GirlGone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On January 28, 2017, 48 year old Temeco Williams and her 15 year old daughter Jada Allen were shot to death inside their North Lauderdale, Fl home. 8 years later, their murder remains unsolved. *NEW EPISODES NOW AVAILABLE ON WEDNESDAY* SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutraol Visit www.Nutrafol.com and use code GirlGone BetterHelp Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices