True Crime Episodes

On a September night in 2017, 19-year-old Kenneka Jenkins vanished from a hotel party outside Chicago. Nearly 20 hours later, she was found in a walk-in freezer—sparking national outrage, unanswered questions, and a mother’s fight for justice. In this episode, we unravel the mystery, the digital clues, and the legacy of a case that still haunts a community. #NoTearsForBlackGirls

When Black women and girls go missing in Atlanta, their stories too often vanish with them. In this gripping episode of No Tears For Black Girls , we uncover the haunting cases of Destiney Gunnison, Bridget Shiel, and Jokisha Brown—three lives lost or missing in the city’s shadows. Through family voices, chilling details, and hard truths about systemic neglect, we reveal why so many cases remain unsolved and unheard. Join us as we demand justice, remembrance, and a future where silence never win...

"In this episode of No Tears For Black Girls, host Samantha Paul confronts the stark reality of how missing Black women are often overlooked in America’s media and criminal justice systems. Marking the debut of the new song “Invisible Woman” from the upcoming novella The Price of Silence by J.C. Reedburg, we revisit the 2018 disappearance of 26-year-old postal worker Kierra Coles. Three months pregnant and last seen on surveillance tape leaving her Chicago apartment, Kierra vanished without a tr...

In this episode, we revisit the harrowing January 2025 disappearance of 29-year-old Alexis Schuler, a devoted mother of three whose life was cut tragically short. Known for her radiant smile and unwavering love for her children, Alexis vanished after getting into a truck with Devontae Gray, the father of one of her children. What began as a missing person case quickly escalated into one of the most chilling domestic violence tragedies the Capitol Heights community had ever seen. When officers fi...

Tiera Rivers, 26, was remembered by her family as a devoted sister. Her life was cut short when she intervened in a confrontation between her older sister Amber and Amber's ex-boyfriend at an apartment complex in Sacramento, California, around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Tamilore Odunsi, a nursing student, was found deceased in her Houston apartment on April 26, just days prior to her graduation. She sustained multiple stab wounds, and law enforcement officials have accused her roommate, Chester Lamar Grant, of being responsible for her death. Reports suggest that he attempted to take his own life following the incident. Authorities have indicated that the two had engaged in disputes regarding their cats in the days leading up to the tragedy. Odunsi had moved fr...

A Texas man murdered almost an entire family as a 10-year-old girl watched.

The United States faces a troubling issue with illegal body part trade. Is this linked to the organ harvesting of missing individuals?

Ta’za endured unimaginable abuse in a satanic sex cult from age 4, suffering at the hands of her mother and stepfather. After giving birth at 12, she seeks her 18-year-old daughter. Despite her family's dismissal as "crazy," evidence from lie detector tests and medical records supports her claims. Her story sheds light on the trauma faced by abused women and raises awareness about the horrific abuses suffered by vulnerable girls.

The investigation continues into the murder of 16-year-old Kaylah Love, who was stabbed and beaten to death in a park on Chicago's West Side. Her family has organized a gathering to encourage anyone with information to come forward. Kaylah was last heard from on Sunday, March 16, 2025, as she went to pick up fast food in the Lawndale neighborhood.

In a shocking tale of love, betrayal, and murder, 62-year-old Stephanie "Stevi-D" Dowell fell prey to the charms of a convicted quadruple murderer, David Brinson, behind bars. Their whirlwind romance, fueled by Bible study and emotional connection, led to a marriage that would ultimately seal her fate. After a fateful conjugal visit at Mule Creek State Prison, Stevi's lifeless body was discovered, with a coroner later confirming she had been brutally strangled to death. Join us as we delve into ...

In this chilling true crime story, a newlywed husband stumbles upon a devastating secret about his wife, setting off a chain of events that culminate in a brutal murder. Deon Washington, a devoted husband, uncovered a shocking truth that led to a horrific crime, leaving detectives stunned. The revelation tore apart their once-perfect marriage, plunging them into a living nightmare. To the outside world, Deon and Marquetta seemed like the picture-perfect couple, envied by all who knew them.

Beloved R&B songstress Angie Stone, known for her soulful vocals as part of the groundbreaking hip-hop trio The Sequence and her solo hit "Wish I Didn't Miss You," tragically lost her life early Saturday morning in a devastating car accident. She was 63 years old. R.I.P to sista Angie.

Kanesha Gaines, a 21-year-old mother of two, was tragically killed at a North Lawndale birthday party, where 8 others were also shot. Her mother, Natasha Graham, was painfully familiar with the toll of Chicago's gun violence, having lost her brother as well.

The body of a woman was discovered near a bridge and quickly identified by the police. Her three-year-old son was missing, and soon an arrest would reveal the chilling story behind the scene. This is the tragic story of Nytesha and her son Nylo Lattimore.

Lashunda McLendon was a mother, a friend and confidant to her grown children in Charlotte, North Carolina. But when she needed the law, it failed her.

Nikki Whitehead had raised her twin daughters, Tasmiyah and Jasmiyah, with the goal of providing them a better childhood than she ever had. Yet, during their teenage years, they became defiant and unruly. When they alerted authorities to their mother's body in the tub, it wasn't long before their narratives fell apart, resulting in their admission to a horrendous and vicious crime.

In a housing complex in Dayton, Ohio, China Arnold lived with her children and boyfriend, Terrell Talley. On August 30, 2005, a dispute over the paternity of their child, Paris, turned physical. In response, China placed her newborn daughter in a microwave for two minutes. The infant died almost instantly from the heat.

This episode delves into the tragic tales of Kelvi McCray and Lauren Smith Fields.

In April 1997, a bright and innocent girl named Amy Burney lost her life due to the neglect of those who should have protected her. Despite warning signs, no action was taken and she was left in the care of those who caused harm. At 32-years-old, Amy's memory serves as a reminder of the importance of looking after vulnerable children.

Tamara Greene, also known as "Strawberry" during her days as an exotic dancer, was fatally shot in 2003 - just months after she reportedly performed at a party held at the Manoogian Mansion in Detroit. While never officially confirmed, it was rumored that former Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who had been elected the year prior, was in attendance.

Kayla Kelley was a stunning, confident woman who fell for the charms of a deceitful man and paid the ultimate price. As she pursues her deepest longing, Kayla becomes entangled in Kevin's disturbing secret, ultimately leading to her untimely death.

Isabella's worst nightmare came to life when she watched her father, 43-year-old real estate agent Brandon Durham, being shot by police during a home invasion in Las Vegas. She had been by his side when they received a desperate call for help from their home, where two armed intruders were attempting to break in through both the front and back doors. Despite Brandon's brave efforts to protect them by locking themselves in the bathroom, it was all in vain.

In 1991, a twisted plan unraveled as a 7th grader and her mother joined forces to abduct and kill an innocent infant. The baby's mother had vanished while on her way to see a friend, triggering a frantic search throughout the borough. This is the harrowing tale of Raquel Montano's actions.