Ep 20 The Unyielding Pursuit: The Tragic Death of Angela Samota

In this episode, we delve into the heart-wrenching story of Angela Samota, a bright and ambitious young woman whose life was tragically cut short. Born on September 19, 1964, in California, Angela moved to Texas, where she excelled in her studies at Southern Methodist University, double majoring in computer science and electrical engineering.

Angela's promising life took a horrifying turn on October 12, 1984. After a night out with friends, she returned home only to be brutally murdered. The initial investigation pointed to several suspects, but the case went cold, leaving her family and friends in despair.

Driven by an unbreakable bond of friendship, Angela's best friend Sheila Wysocki refused to let the case remain unsolved. Her relentless pursuit for justice, which even led her to become a private investigator, eventually prompted the Dallas police to reexamine the case.

With advancements in DNA technology, the true killer was finally identified in 2008 as Donald Andrew Best Jr., a man already serving a life sentence for other heinous crimes. Angela's loved ones could at last find some solace in knowing the person responsible for their immense loss.

Join us as we explore the details of Angela Samota's life, the investigation into her tragic death, and the unwavering determination of Sheila Wysocki to bring a killer to justice.