Episode 4: A Cop on Trial for Murder, A Frat House Cocaine Ring & A Killer Hiding in Plain Sight

A Penn State drug ring allegedly turns fraternity houses into part of a cocaine operation. A Portland Uber driver is followed for miles and shot at a red light, with prosecutors saying the suspected killer was one of his own friends. And in Massachusetts, the death of 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore is headed toward a federal murder trial after investigators initially ruled it a suicide. In Episode 4 of Crime in America, Joe Budden goes beyond the headlines, examining the stories shaping communities across the country through the reporting of the local journalists closest to each case. For this week’s main story, Joe examines the death of Sandra Birchmore and the case against former police officer Matthew Farwell, who has pleaded not guilty to a federal murder charge. With Sandra’s trial date approaching, Joe looks at allegations of grooming and abuse, questions surrounding the original investigation, and the years-long effort by family members, journalists and supporters to bring renewed attention to her death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.