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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 18 MIN

CRIME CAPSULE: Veteran prosecutor Melanie Shekita shares some of her most memorable cases

from Crime Capsule: Ripped from the pages of a reporter's notebook · host Amanda Lamb

In this bonus episode, veteran prosecutor Melanie Shekita shares her memories of the most high-profile cases she has handled in her almost three decades with the Wake County District Attorney's Office in Raleigh, North Carolina. From murders to child sex crimes, Melanie has prosecuted some of the most challenging and emotional cases. She talks about why she is passionate about finding justice for the victims and how she has been able to do this difficult work for so many years.  To learn more about Melanie: Melanie Shekita | Wake County Follow and support CRIME CAPSULE: CRIME CAPSULE PODCAST ON FACEBOOK CRIME.POD ON INSTAGRAM CRIME CAPSULE ON YOUTUBE TO HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW: BUY US A CUP OF COFFEE!  

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