Episode 265
- Jun 3, 2024
- 59:32
- Full Episode
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Sunday, February 1, 2004 was Superbowl XXXVIII, a game between the Carolina Panthers and the New England Patriots. Sarasota Springs, a medium-sized community in Florida, was celebrating the game like most other American towns: with beer, food, and family. While the rest of Sarasota Springs indulged in the festivities with their loved ones, one family was desperately searching for one of theirs, an 11-year-old girl named Carlie Brucia.<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
Carly Bruscia, 11, vanished in 2004; Joseph P. Smith was later arrested for her abduction and murder.
Key points
- Carly's Disappearance. On February 1, 2004, 11-year-old Carly Bruscia vanished after leaving a friend's house.
- CCTV Footage of Abduction. Surveillance footage captured Carly's abduction, leading to a manhunt for the suspect.
- Identifying the Suspect. Tips from the community quickly led police to Joseph P. Smith, the main suspect.
- Joseph Smith's Arrest. Three days after Carly disappears, Joseph Smith is arrested for cocaine possession.
- Carly's Body Found. Carly's body is discovered on church grounds, confirming the worst fears.
- Trial Verdict. Joseph Smith is found guilty of murder in the first degree.
Episode highlights
- Carly's DisappearanceOn February 1, 2004, 11-year-old Carly Bruscia vanished after leaving a friend's house.“Carly Bruscia never made it home that night.”13:05Jun 3, 2024
- CCTV Footage of AbductionSurveillance footage captured Carly's abduction, leading to a manhunt for the suspect.“The video, grainy and only 10 seconds long, is chilling.”14:04Jun 3, 2024
- Identifying the SuspectTips from the community quickly led police to Joseph P. Smith, the main suspect.“Numerous tips came into the Sarasota Sheriff's Office, all pointing to one man.”15:10Jun 3, 2024
- Joseph Smith's ArrestThree days after Carly disappears, Joseph Smith is arrested for cocaine possession.“Police believe they have their man.”28:21Jun 3, 2024
- Carly's Body FoundCarly's body is discovered on church grounds, confirming the worst fears.“The body of a beautiful 11-year-old girl, Carly Brucha, has been found.”43:04Jun 3, 2024
- Trial VerdictJoseph Smith is found guilty of murder in the first degree.“Carly's mother broke down crying and said, thank you, Jesus.”49:13Jun 3, 2024
- Joseph's Death Penalty StatusJoseph Smith's death penalty status was reinstated after a brief vacating.“Two years later, Joseph's death penalty status was reinstated.”55:47Jun 3, 2024
- Carly's Tragic FateCarly Bruchia, an innocent 11-year-old, was brutally murdered by Joseph Smith.“This degenerate fuck this evil person this inhuman monster decided to take this sweet child away.”56:44Jun 3, 2024
Tension
85/ 100High tension
