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EPISODE · Nov 8, 2025 · 1H 58M

When Love Turns Deadly: The Story of Almanita Smith

from The Black Docket · host Tammi

A decorated Army veteran disappears without a trace. Her family knows something is wrong. Her command knows something is wrong. But the system doesn’t move fast enough. And when the truth finally surfaces, it’s already too late.This episode examines what happens behind closed doors when love turns into control, and silence becomes dangerous. We follow the timeline, the investigation, and the courtroom, as a community tries to understand how someone who survived war couldn’t survive the one place she should’ve felt safe.If you or someone you love has experienced domestic violence, you are not alone.National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)New episodes every week.Subscribe ⭐️ Rate ⭐️ Share ⭐️ Support the show 🎙️✨✨Blacklight Spotlight ✨✨Nicole_Please PodcastThe Nicole Please Podcast on All PlatformsThe Season of Unbecoming Series🕊️🕊️The Lost Docket🕊️🕊️Christopher ChatmanAge: 20Height: 5’11Weight: 165lbsEyes: BrownHair: ShortIf you see him or know anything please contact the Atlanta Police Department 404-546-4235Listen to The Black Docket Podcast🎧 Spotify: The Black Docket on Spotify🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Black Docket on Apple Podcast💛 iHeartRadio Podcasts: The Black Docket on iHeartRadio Podcast🎙️ Amazon Music: The Black Docket on AmazonJoin the Investigation🔔 Hit the bell to never miss an episode.💬 Comment your theories—we read every one.🕵️‍♀️ Follow me on social media for behind-the-scenes updates, case breakdowns, and my occasional rants about why the justice system needs a makeover:📸 Instagram: The_black_docket🎥 TikTok: TheBlackDocketPodcast🐦 Twitter: TheBlackDocket

A decorated Army veteran disappears without a trace. Her family knows something is wrong. Her command knows something is wrong. But the system doesn’t move fast enough. And when the truth finally surfaces, it’s already too late.This episode examines what happens behind closed doors when love turns into control, and silence becomes dangerous. We follow the timeline, the investigation, and the courtroom, as a community tries to understand how someone who survived war couldn’t survive the one place she should’ve felt safe.If you or someone you love has experienced domestic violence, you are not alone.National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)New episodes every week.Subscribe ⭐️ Rate ⭐️ Share ⭐️ Support the show 🎙️✨✨Blacklight Spotlight ✨✨Nicole_Please PodcastThe Nicole Please Podcast on All PlatformsThe Season of Unbecoming Series🕊️🕊️The Lost Docket🕊️🕊️Christopher ChatmanAge: 20Height: 5’11Weight: 165lbsEyes: BrownHair: ShortIf you see him or know anything please contact the Atlanta Police Department 404-546-4235Listen to The Black Docket Podcast🎧 Spotify: The Black Docket on Spotify🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Black Docket on Apple Podcast💛 iHeartRadio Podcasts: The Black Docket on iHeartRadio Podcast🎙️ Amazon Music: The Black Docket on AmazonJoin the Investigation🔔 Hit the bell to never miss an episode.💬 Comment your theories—we read every one.🕵️‍♀️ Follow me on social media for behind-the-scenes updates, case breakdowns, and my occasional rants about why the justice system needs a makeover:📸 Instagram: The_black_docket🎥 TikTok: TheBlackDocketPodcast🐦 Twitter: TheBlackDocket

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