Murder In The Black

In this episode, Steph + M.D. discuss the unsettling disappearance of Cynthia Bah- Traore , a devoted mother and educator. They explore Cynthia's background, her passion for teaching and writing, and the challenges she faced in her personal life. The hosts highlight the flawed investigation by the police, the lack of media coverage due to an ice storm, and the family's ongoing search for a...

In this episode of Murder in the Black, the hosts discuss a shocking murder case that took place in a suburban area of Jacksonville, Florida. Jonathan Brenton, a respected information technologist, was shot and killed in his home. The investigation revealed that the mastermind behind the crime was Jacorian McCray, who orchestrated the murder from jail. He enlisted the help of Dakari Maxwell, Tyran...

In this episode of Murder in the Black, the hosts discuss the case of Alianna DeFreeze, a 14-year-old girl who went missing and was later found murdered. The episode explores Alianna’s background, the search for her, the discovery of her body, and the subsequent arrest and conviction of the perpetrator. The hosts also discuss the importance of following one's instincts and the need for better comm...

Tioni Theus, a 16-year-old girl from Compton, was tragically found dead on January 8, 20221. Her body was discovered on the side of the 110 Freeway in South Los Angeles, specifically on the Manchester Avenue on-ramp near South Figueroa Street The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is leading the investigation into Tioni Theus' murder. Anyone with information about her case should call the CHP at...

Tragedy struck Dallas, Texas on September 6, 2018, forever altering the course of a promising young life. ​Botham Jean, a 26-year-old rising star at the prestigious accounting firm PwC, saw his dreams tragically cut short when an off-duty police officer entered his apartment and fatally shot him. This heart-wrenching incident thrust the Jean family into an unexpected battle for answers and justice...

Tragedy struck Dallas, Texas on September 6, 2018, forever altering the course of a promising young life. ​Botham Jean, a 26-year-old rising star at the prestigious accounting firm PwC, saw his dreams tragically cut short when an off-duty police officer entered his apartment and fatally shot him. This heart-wrenching incident thrust the Jean family into an unexpected battle for answers and justice...

Angela Bledsoe was a bright and ambitious young woman who pursued her education at Florida A&M University (FAMU). Her intelligence and drive propelled her to success in the financial world, where she established herself as a talented financial analyst. As her career flourished, Angela's personal life seemed to follow suit when she found what she believed to be love. ​However, the facade of...

Angell Williams, a mother of three, was living in Baltimore, Maryland, when her life took an unexpected turn. In 2008, during a night out with friends, she met Michael Johnson. Their connection was instant and intense, leading to a whirlwind romance. Within just six months, they were not only married but also welcomed a son into the world. However, what began as a fairytale quickly descended into...

Jeronta Brown and Briana Brooks were a young couple who were tragically murdered in an execution-style attack in August 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia. The couple was kidnapped by two men, Andre Gay and Richard Wilson, who believed one of the victims' relatives had recently received a significant insurance settlement.

In the 1980s, during the crack cocaine epidemic that plagued South Central Los Angeles, a mysterious figure later known as the "Grim Sleeper" began terrorizing the local black community. This serial killer primarily targeted African American women, sowing a climate of fear and anguish throughout the region. It wasn't until the LAPD connected two separate attacks that they realized th...

Jonelle Melton was a social studies teacher at Red Bank Middle School, where her passion for history inspired and engaged her students. She had even attended President Barack Obama's inauguration in January 2009, and shared the experience with her students and colleagues. Tragically, in the months following this historical event, ​Jonelle Melton was tortured and murdered in her apartment. Her...

Vernetta Cockerham and Karen Williams share a tragic experience that no woman should ever have to endure. ​Their former husband, Richard Ellerbee, proved to be a true demon who walked this earth, leaving behind a wake of utter chaos and devastation for both women. Ellerbee’s abusive and violent actions towards these women and their families have forever scarred them, and their stories serve as a s...

In 2010, Lanell Barsock was living a seemingly happy life. She had obtained a Registered Nurse (RN) degree and was in a relationship with her boyfriend, Louis. Together, they purchased a home in Palmdale, California. However, the summer of 2010 brought a horrific change to Lanell's life. Tragically, Lanell was found murdered in her own garage. Join Steph as we explore this true crime case ! ...Sou...

Rocky Reyes spent his formative years in Rancho, Cucamonga CA, where his love for dance blossomed into a lifelong passion. His deep-rooted affection for his family and friends accompanied his unwavering dedication to the art of dance. As he worked assiduously to carve a successful career in the dance industry, tragedy struck on Labor Day evening in 2016. ​His car was discovered abandoned in West C...

Founded 25 years ago, Sweetie Pie's, owned by Robbie Montgomery, became popular for its soul food menu15 . The success of the restaurant led to the development of franchises and also acclaimed cookbook success45 . The family's reality TV series, "Welcome to Sweetie Pie's," furthered their growth and was recognized with NAACP Image Awards47 . However, the success was eventuall...

Timothy Coggins was 23 years old in 1983. He and his sister decide to go out for a night of dancing at the People Choice Club in Griffen, GA. A night that was supposed to end in fun and action ended in unspeakably violence. The case eventually went cold . This cold brings into question , the relationship between the black community and law enforcement and the strain that has existed historically....

Tori Lang was from Lithona,GA. She was 18 years old and graduated from HS with honors. She was described as sweet and a good kid. She was found in the park deceased with a single gun shot wound to the head. Homicide police detectives scrambled to solve a mystery that raveled in mystery. Join the hosts of murder in the black for The Unraveling of the Tori Lang case. . . . . Source Material: The Fir...

The murder of Re’Mano Campbell occurred in October 2011 in Mobile , Alabama . Re’Mano was a 32 year old Army veteran was found shot death in his home . The same day oddly enough his mother home was mysteriously burdened down to the ground, detectives felt this family had been targeted. Find out what happened to the Campbell family, this week with Steph & M. D. Source Material : investigation disco...

The "Harper Family Murders" in Bakersfield, California, are dissected to unravel the shocking and tragic events that transpired. The case involves the brutal slayings of Joanie Harper, her three children, Marques, Lyndsey, and Marshall, as well as Joanie's mother, Ernestine, who were found dead in their home. The multifaceted investigation into this quintuple homicide revealed a complex web of dec...

The "Harper Family Murders" in Bakersfield, California, are dissected to unravel the shocking and tragic events that transpired. The case involves the brutal slayings of Joanie Harper, her three children, Marques, Lyndsey, and Marshall, as well as Joanie's mother, Ernestine, who were found dead in their home. ​The multifaceted investigation into this quintuple homicide revealed a complex web of de...

November of 2022 Queensha & Demonte were in a relationship. While trying to raise their child together and maintain a relationship things got complicated and ultimately landed them in a very tragic situation that isn’t as straightforward as one would believe. Join us a we discuss this mind bending episode that may have drawing a line in the sand and picking sides before Steph and M.D. are done...

In 2014, Keonte Chavis was 19 years old . As a former hoop star she had to readjust her dreams after a knee injury. She wanted to be a rapper, model or a veterinarian. However, after taking the Air Force exam and passing she settled on becoming apart of the air force. She told her mother in August of 2014, she was going to Sam’s club for an interview and would call her after. Sadly, this phone cal...

The episode explores the complexities surrounding the case, providing a compelling examination of the investigation that followed. It reveals the depths of the toxic web of complexity that shrouded the circumstances of Latrese Curtis' death, offering a profound insight into the challenges faced by the investigators.

Today’s episode we dive into a southern family faith, love and values. Angela and Sylvester Sr, had three children and they spent a lot of time pouring their faith and love into them. Despite trials and setbacks they successful raised and supported all three children. Join us as we discover as we discover what happened on April 14,2014. This changed the dynamics of Taylor forever.

George Young was an passionate entrepreneur in cyber security. He loved his wife who was his highschool sweetheart, they had three young boys. He loved his family fiercely and was passionate about his job and adored taking care his family. He was a man's -man in a traditional sense. However , he had no idea that trouble was lurking in own home and that their such a concept as being too nice. Join,...