In this episode, we uncover the dramatic and deadly story of Ashley Benefield — a former ballerina, beauty queen, and political activist who made headlines after fatally shooting her husband, Doug Benefield, in 2020. But this case is anything but straightforward.
Ashley claimed self-defense, alleging years of abuse. Doug's family tells a very different story. At the center of it all: a whirlwind romance, a bitter custody fight, and a web of legal and emotional turmoil.
We peel back the layers of this high-profile case, dissecting court records, media coverage, and the question that still divides many: Was Ashley a victim fighting back, or a calculated killer?
🔍 Trigger warning: This episode contains themes of domestic violence and gun violence. Listener discretion is advised.
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