Episode 98: The Shocking Murder of Angela Samota

In the early morning hours of October 13, 1984, 20-year-old Angela Samota, a bright and ambitious college student, was brutally murdered in her off-campus apartment. Her killer vanished into the night, leaving behind a crime so horrific, it would haunt investigators for decades. For years, the case went cold—until one determined woman refused to let Angela be forgotten. A relentless pursuit of justice led to a shocking breakthrough, uncovering the horrifying truth hiding in plain sight. No small talk. No life updates. We start immediately with the crime. 🔪 A tragic murder. 🩸 A brutal crime scene. 🕵️‍♀️ A case that seemed unsolvable—until it wasn’t. What really happened to Angela Samota? And how did science and sheer determination finally bring her killer to justice? Press play, and let’s dive straight into The Murder of Angela Samota. xoxo,  Margot 💀✨😘 Come for the true crime, stick around for the life updates, and—of course—enjoy the chaos🌵🩷 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media @DeathXSouthwest for all the behind-the-scenes fun. My AMAZING therapist’s IG (bc we can all benefit from a little therapy!): @wholeselflindsay (Lindsay Christianson) Want more DXSW? Leave us a voicemail: 520-302-5253 Email us: [email protected]  Official DXSW Website  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop My Amazon Faves  Try Our Patreon - bonus content and more! All Links Click Here! If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741 Follow DXSW | @deathxsouthwest: Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook DXSW is: Hosted, Executive Produced, & Audio Edited by Margot Carmichael Music from Soundstripe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices