Charlottesville Unsolved: Pherbia ‘Faye’ Tinsley & Sage Smith

In 2020, the FBI had a shocking admission to make regarding the homicide clearance rates of police investigations across America. That year, they hit a record low, plummeting to under 50%, and it hasn't bounced back since. This means that roughly half of all murders remain unsolved—an unsettling statistic, especially given the current surge in murders and violent crimes. Content Warnings: unsolved cases, murder of a trans womanIf you want to help: There is a $2500 award for any information leading to the arrest of Pherbia ‘Faye’ Tinsley’s murderer. Anyone with information is asked to call the police department at 970-3280 or Crimestoppers at (434) 977-4000. If you or someone you know has any information on what happened to Sage Smith or the whereabouts of Erik McFadden, please call the anonymous Crimestoppers line at (434) 977-4000. There is a $20,000 reward for any information leading to an arrest. Wanna Go On A Trip w/ Me and Some Friends? Complete the Survey by clicking HERESponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try with 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/tccases, and get on your way to being your best self. Feeling the need to pamper yourself? Use code Lanie at www.drsilkmans.com for 15% off your order! Connect with Us: Enjoying our podcast? We'd greatly appreciate your review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred platform.Stay updated by following us on social media:Twitter: @TrueCrime_CasesFacebook: facebook.com/truecrimecaseswlanieInstagram: @truecrimecaseswithlanieVisit our website for more information and to share your episode suggestions at truecrimecasespodcast.com, or get in touch at [email protected]: Research, writing, and editing by Jesse Hawke from the Inky Pawprint.Content editing by Lanie Hobbs (yep, that’s me again!). Audio Engineering by the talented Neeks at We Talk of Dreams; find him on Twitter @we talk of dreams or visit https://theinkypawprint.com/Case Cracker Elite - Patreon Producer - Kim McDermottBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-cases-w-lanie--3643504/support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices