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EP. 177 : TENNESSEE - The MURDER Of APRIL HOLT: Our Most IMPORTANT Episode To DATE (PT. 1)

2024/10/25
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Key Insights

Why did Jamie take to social media to share April's story?

Jamie used social media to gain attention for April's case after being ignored by authorities.

What significant detail did Denzel reveal about the day April was found?

Denzel heard his parents arguing and saw his mom lying on the floor before finding her in the shower with a bag over her head.

Why did Jamie feel the need to act as an investigator in her daughter's case?

Jamie had to investigate because law enforcement failed to properly handle the case and ignored her concerns.

What was the initial cause of death ruling for April?

April's cause of death was initially ruled as suicide by suffocation.

What evidence did Jamie find that contradicted the suicide ruling?

Jamie found Donovan's fingerprints on the plastic bag used on April, indicating he was involved.

How did Donovan react to Jamie's discovery of his fingerprints on the plastic bag?

Donovan panicked and eventually confessed to accidentally killing April during a consensual choking incident.

What were the charges initially brought against Donovan?

Donovan was charged with reckless homicide, evidence tampering, and false reporting.

Why did Jamie feel the initial charges against Donovan were insufficient?

Jamie believed the charges were too lenient and did not reflect the severity of the crime, including the trauma inflicted on Denzel.

What significant oversight did the police make during their initial investigation?

The police did not treat the apartment as a crime scene for six hours and failed to collect crucial evidence like the divorce papers.

What was the role of the Nashville Committee Review Board in April's case?

The board reviewed the investigation but ultimately upheld the suicide ruling due to insufficient evidence for murder.

Chapters

Jamie Dickerson discovers her daughter April Holt's death ruled as a suicide and begins a relentless quest for justice.
  • April Holt's death initially ruled as suicide by authorities.
  • Jamie Dickerson's immediate disbelief and determination to uncover the truth.
  • Initial lack of support and skepticism from law enforcement.

Shownotes Transcript

In today's episode, Courtney and Colin travel to Tennessee to investigate an active murder case alongside the victim's mother and family, who have been fighting for justice for over a year now. This is the most important, most unjust story they have ever covered, and the most important, because right now, JUSTICE hangs in the balance.

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