Episode 366
- Aug 22, 2026
- 1:11:41
- Full Episode
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In April of 2024, 25-year-old Megan Bodiford went missing. The search for answers would uncover a violent crime hidden in plain sight and reveal how the signs of danger were there all along.<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
Megan Botiford went missing, her remains were found burned, and her boyfriend Jarrett Davis was charged with murder after conflicting stories and evidence emerged.
Key points
- Megan Botiford Goes Missing. In late April 2024, 25-year-old mother Megan Botiford vanishes, leaving her family desperate for answers.
- Discovery of a Burned Vehicle. Five days after Megan's disappearance, investigators find a burned vehicle with human remains inside.
- Autopsy Results Confirm Tragedy. The remains found in the burned vehicle are confirmed to belong to Megan Botiford, marking a tragic turn in the case.
- Danielle's Confession. Danielle admits to seeing Megan on the day she went missing and reveals troubling details about Jarrett's behavior.
- Megan's Distress Signals. Megan sent alarming texts to a friend, fearing for her life just before she went missing.
- Jarrett's Alibi Crumbles. Investigators uncover Jarrett's suspicious movements on the night of Megan's disappearance, contradicting his claims.
Episode highlights
- Megan Botiford Goes MissingIn late April 2024, 25-year-old mother Megan Botiford vanishes, leaving her family desperate for answers.“All they want is for this young mom to come home.”15:45Aug 22, 2026
- Discovery of a Burned VehicleFive days after Megan's disappearance, investigators find a burned vehicle with human remains inside.“We aren't sure whose those remains belong to.”16:17Aug 22, 2026
- Autopsy Results Confirm TragedyThe remains found in the burned vehicle are confirmed to belong to Megan Botiford, marking a tragic turn in the case.“It was now a homicide.”22:41Aug 22, 2026
- Danielle's ConfessionDanielle admits to seeing Megan on the day she went missing and reveals troubling details about Jarrett's behavior.“She was tired of being abused by Jarrett.”26:50Aug 22, 2026
- Megan's Distress SignalsMegan sent alarming texts to a friend, fearing for her life just before she went missing.“Jarrett's about to kill me.”43:08Aug 22, 2026
- Jarrett's Alibi CrumblesInvestigators uncover Jarrett's suspicious movements on the night of Megan's disappearance, contradicting his claims.“What a strange thing to say.”48:11Aug 22, 2026
- Jarrett's DenialDespite overwhelming evidence, Jarrett maintains his innocence throughout the interrogation.“I didn't do anything to her.”51:49Aug 22, 2026
- The Turning PointJarrett changes his story, claiming Megan shot herself during an argument.“It just went off.”56:47Aug 22, 2026
Tension
85/ 100High tension
