Key Insights
Why did the first date between Leslie Reeves and Chris Smith end in tragedy?
The first date ended in an ambush where both were shot, likely due to a third party's involvement, possibly related to Leslie's troubled past with an ex-boyfriend.
How did Leslie Reeves and Chris Smith meet?
Leslie and Chris met online and decided to go on their first date at a bar the night before Thanksgiving.
What was the atmosphere like during Leslie and Chris's first date?
The bar was very busy, and Leslie and Chris were talking a lot, laughing, and getting along with everyone around them.
Why did Nanette Stiber become concerned about Leslie Reeves?
Nanette became concerned when Leslie sent a text indicating she felt something was off, and then stopped responding to messages the next morning.
What did Nanette Stiber do when she couldn't reach Leslie Reeves?
Nanette drove to the address where Leslie was supposed to be on her date and called the police for a welfare check.
What did Nanette Stiber find when she arrived at Chris Smith's house?
Nanette found the back door broken and Chris lying injured inside, leading her to call 911.
How did the crime scene investigators describe the scene at Chris Smith's house?
The crime scene was described as one of the most horrific, with blood everywhere, including on cabinets, the refrigerator, and the countertop.
What was the relationship between Leslie Reeves and Bobby Tarr?
Leslie and Bobby Tarr were ex-partners, but Leslie had tried to cut off all contact due to her fear of him.
Why did investigators suspect Bobby Tarr in the murders?
Investigators suspected Tarr due to his history with Leslie, his lies about his whereabouts, and the discovery of the murder weapon in his yard.
What evidence did investigators find at Bobby Tarr's house?
Investigators found a Springfield Hellcat 9mm pistol and silver-colored ammunition in Tarr's yard, which matched the casings found at the crime scene.
How did Chris Smith's condition change after the shooting?
Chris was left with significant physical disabilities, including partial paralysis in his left leg and a bullet fragment in his brain that doctors deemed too dangerous to remove.
What was the outcome of Bobby Tarr's trial?
Bobby Tarr was found guilty of first-degree murder and attempted murder and was sentenced to 85 years in prison.
Chapters
- Chris and Leslie were shot on their first date.
- Leslie was shot once in the head, and Chris was found barely conscious.
- Investigators found two silver-colored bullet casings from a 9-millimeter gun.
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