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In this episode of Murder Link, Katie and Jody cover the case of Shannon Melendi, a 19-year-old Emory University student who disappeared from her part-time job in DeKalb County, Georgia, in 1994. Her family launched a nationwide search, enlisting the help of public figures, but years passed with no answers.

This case is personal for Katie, as her childhood best friend lived across the street from the man eventually convicted of Shannon’s murder. She shares her memories of Rex, Georgia, and what it was like to learn that someone in her friend’s neighborhood had been responsible.

Hinton is now eligible for parole in February 2025. Shannon’s family is still fighting to keep him behind bars.

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This episode contains discussions of kidnapping, sexual assault, and murder, as well as the failures of the justice system. Listener discretion is advised.

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🔗 Sign the petition to keep Hinton in prison: Shannon's Killer in Prison
🔗 More about Shannon's story: Shannon Melendi Website
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