Lost & Found
- Aug 24, 2021
- 41:48
- Full Episode
<p>In this Dateline classic, Keith Morrison reports on Pepper Smith’s search for her family and her true identity after being kidnapped at age 4. Originally aired on NBC on June 3, 2011.</p><p> </p><p>Keith catches up with Ronique, who is a mother and grandmother herself now, and asks what it’s like to finally know who her family is after her decades long search for her mother. </p><p>After the Verdict is available now only by subscription to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts. LINK: <a href="https://apple.co/46I5l4x">https://apple.co/46I5l4x</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Pepper Smith, kidnapped at four, reunites with her biological family after decades of searching for her identity.
Key points
- Pepper's Kidnapping. At just four years old, Pepper was kidnapped and taken away from her home.
- The Search for Identity. After years of searching, Pepper finally discovers her true identity.
- The Adoption of Rhonda. Bob and Barbara legally adopted Rhonda in 1973, marking a new beginning for their family.
- The Search for Rhonda. After Rhonda was taken by Shirley, Bob and Barbara's desperate search began, leading to heartbreak.
- A Shocking Reunion. After years apart, Jerry, the biological mother, claims to have found her daughters, leading to a DNA test confirmation.
- Meeting After Decades. The emotional first meeting of Jerry and her daughters after 37 years apart.
Episode highlights
- The Search for IdentityAfter years of searching, Pepper finally discovers her true identity.“This is it, you know, I was like, whoa.”21:01Aug 24, 2021
- The Adoption of RhondaBob and Barbara legally adopted Rhonda in 1973, marking a new beginning for their family.“She was going to see to it, she said, that Rhonda was loved and cared for by the best parent she could ever possibly have.”24:00Aug 24, 2021
- The Search for RhondaAfter Rhonda was taken by Shirley, Bob and Barbara's desperate search began, leading to heartbreak.“All that remained sitting on the porch were the little red shoes.”25:46Aug 24, 2021
- A Shocking ReunionAfter years apart, Jerry, the biological mother, claims to have found her daughters, leading to a DNA test confirmation.“99.99% probability. Yep, that means it's confirmed.”27:01Aug 24, 2021
- Meeting After DecadesThe emotional first meeting of Jerry and her daughters after 37 years apart.“It's been a lifetime we've missed.”33:24Aug 24, 2021
- Finding Their BrotherThe search continues as the sisters learn about their brother Raymond, who is still missing.“Our brother Raymond is still missing.”36:44Aug 24, 2021
