The Woman in the Pines: The Unsettling Case of Judy Smith

On September 7, 1997, hunters roaming the dense, mist-covered trails of North Carolina’s Pisgah National Forest stumbled upon something far more chilling than wildlife. Scattered across the forest floor—near a quiet, remote campground—lay human bones, clothing, and personal items, most gathered around a shallow grave.Forensic investigators determined the remains belonged to a woman between 40 and 55, known only by the clues her body carried: a severely arthritic knee, a torn bra marked with deep holes and cuts, and bones bearing the unmistakable signs of a violent stabbing.When the victim was eventually identified as Judy Smith, a devoted mother and nurse who had gone missing under puzzling circumstances, the story only grew darker. What was Judy doing in a forest hundreds of miles from where she was last seen? Who brought her there—and why?This week on Chillworthy, Talia, and Brent unravel the haunting and bizarre disappearance of Judy Smith, a case tangled in secrecy, conflicting timelines, and a brutal end hidden beneath the pines.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to leave a donation to support the podcast  Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to see all links  Find us on socials:Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@chillworthypodcastBluesky: @chillworthypodcastSkylight: @chillworthypodcastYoutube: @chillworthypodcastTiktok: @chillworthypodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chillworthy--6229613/support.DISCLAIMER The content presented on Chillworthy, including all episodes, transcripts, social media posts, and associated materials, is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The podcast does not offer legal, medical, psychological, or professional advice of any kind. While the hosts—Brent and Talia—make a good faith effort to ensure that the information shared is based on publicly available sources and is as accurate as possible at the time of recording, Chillworthy does not guarantee the completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any statements made. Listeners should be aware that cases may involve ongoing legal proceedings or developments that evolve over time. The hosts are not licensed attorneys, journalists, law enforcement professionals, or forensic experts. Opinions expressed in the podcast reflect the personal views of the hosts and do not represent factual determinations or official findings. All individuals named or discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Any resemblance to real individuals or entities, outside of those explicitly named, is purely coincidental. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by any legal authority, news outlet, or investigative body. By listening to Chillworthy, you acknowledge and accept these terms and agree not to hold the hosts or producers liable for any inaccuracies, misstatements, or interpretations derived from the content.