Murder In The Midlands | Yore Town Podcast Ep. 97

Murder In The Midlands | Yore Town Podcast Ep. 97This conversation delves into the chilling case of Larry Jean Bell, a man responsible for the tragic murders of two young girls in South Carolina during the 1980s. The hosts discuss the impact of these crimes on the community, the investigation that followed, and the eventual arrest and trial of Bell. They reflect on the nature of evil and how it can hide in plain sight, prompting listeners to consider how well they know the people around them.TakeawaysThe Super Bowl serves as a backdrop for the conversation.Myrtle Beach is a popular destination for Northern New Yorkers.Larry Jean Bell's case is one of South Carolina's most chilling stories.The disappearance of Sharon Faye Smith marked the beginning of a tragic series of events.The community was deeply affected by the abductions and murders.Bell taunted the families of his victims through phone calls.The investigation faced numerous challenges with no immediate leads.Bell's trial was marked by bizarre behavior and attempts to feign mental illness.He was ultimately convicted and sentenced to death.The conversation ends with a reflection on the nature of evil and community awareness.Check out all the podcast on the Beard Laws Studio: https://beardlawsstudio.comEpisode Quotes"He was an ex-Marine.""He was hiding something much darker.""He had no final words."Yore Town Podcast is a podcast that features your towns dark, wild, unbelievable past that has you thinking no way that really happened here. Matt and Megh dust off the books, hit the streets and an occasional nursing home to unveil Yore Town's past. From small towns to where we live to big cities before they were what they are today. This is Yore Town, Yore Stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.