MURDERED: The Murder Of Avis Banks

In this episode, I revisit the story of Phoenix Coldon, a 23-year-old woman who vanished after leaving her home in Spanish Lake, Missouri, on December 18, 2011. As her parents searched desperately for answers, they uncovered a life filled with secrets they never knew Phoenix was keeping. From mysterious relationships to a haunting video message, Phoenix’s case is one filled with twists, theories, and heartbreaking questions that still remain unanswered more than a decade later. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BILT www.BILT.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In November 2018, Tamla Horsford attended a slumber party in Cumming, Georgia — by morning, she was dead. Her death was ruled an accident, but nearly seven years later, her family is still searching for answers. We’re re-releasing this episode to remind the world: Tamla’s story isn’t over. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR BetterHelp www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Shopify www.Shopify.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this re-released episode of Black Girl Gone, we revisit the heartbreaking story of 16-year-old Tioni Theus. In January 2022, Tioni was found murdered on the side of a freeway in Los Angeles — a young life taken far too soon. When we first told her story in 2023, there were still no answers. Sadly, that hasn’t changed. Tioni’s case remains unsolved, and the fight for justice continues. This episode is a reminder that her story still matters — and that someone out there knows the truth. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR BILT Visit joinbilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On January 16, 1987, 35-year-old Lita McClinton was shot and killed on the doorstep of her Atlanta home. Just hours later, she was scheduled to appear in court in a bitter divorce battle with her wealthy husband, James Sullivan. For years, suspicion surrounded Jim, but no charges were ever filed—until a shocking tip in 1998 changed everything. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Earnin Download the Earnin App in the App Store of Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2006, 27-year-old Avis Banks was five months pregnant and planning a future with her fiancé when she was brutally murdered in her home. As police searched for answers, a secret relationship and a shocking betrayal came to light SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone to get $10 off you first month subscription Dipsea Visit www.Dipsea.com/girlgone for a 30 day free trial plus %25 off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Afterthoughts, Amara and Jason reflect on the brutal, unsolved murder of Rev. Carol Daniels. They discuss the haunting details, the lack of answers, and the lasting impact on her family and community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2009, Rev. Carol Daniels was found murdered inside her small church in Anadarko, Oklahoma. The crime scene shocked even the most experienced investigators—and to this day, no one has been held accountable.  SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BILT Start Earning Points On Your Rent Today Visit www.joinbilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 20, 1995 3 year old Lenoria Jones, disappeared from Tacoma, Washington. Initially reported as missing after wandering away inside a Target , police soon learned that she was never at Target. What happened next is mystery that remains unsolved 3 decades later. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Earnin Download the Earning App in the Apple App or Google Play Store Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone BetterHelp Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone for 10% off your first month ZocDoc Visit www.ZocDoc.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamey was kidnapped before being brutally murdered in the spring of 1981, on this episode of Afterthoughts, Amara and Jason discuss their thoughts about this case. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BetterHelp Visit: www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone DipSea www.Dipsea.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In May 1981, 18-year-old Jamey Walker vanished after returning home from a date. A day later, her body was found under a bridge near Lake Mead. Though police had a suspect early on, it would take over 30 years to bring him to justice. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/GirlGone Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/GirlGone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices