The River Did Not Keep Her | The Murder of Lisa Eatmon
Summary
This episode details the 2005 murder of pregnant Lisa Eatman, whose body was found in the Hudson River. Investigators uncovered that her partner, Roscoe Clinton, shot her after she discovered his infidelity and planned to raise their child independently. Digital evidence and DNA proved Clinton’s guilt, leading to a life sentence. The host also connects this case to the earlier disappearance of Clinton’s ex-wife, highlighting patterns of domestic violence.
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Introduction: The disappearance of Lisa Eatman in Brooklyn
Lisa's life, family, and pregnancy before she vanished
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The morning Lisa disappeared and her daughter's confusion
Recovery of Lisa's body from the Hudson River
Police investigation begins and impact on the family
Suspects: Ex-husband Ariel and former partner Roscoe
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Clearing Omar as a suspect through DNA and alibi
Cell phone records contradict Roscoe's alibi
Blood evidence at the sanitation dock and Roscoe's conviction
Connection to a previous unsolved case in Newburgh
Reflections on grief, betrayal, and warning signs
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