Justice for Stephen N. Smith Family Page

17/04/2023

As the spotlight continues to shine brightly on the Stephen Smith case, some people in Hampton County are feeling the pressure. Murdaugh Murders Podcast co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — and everyone’s favorite attorney, Eric Bland — talk about the latest interlopers in ...

05/04/2023

Dr. Kinsey discusses the investigation.

05/04/2023

Dr. DuPre discusses the exhumation and autopsy.

05/04/2023

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04/04/2023

04/04/2023

Sandy Smith's mother's lawyer talks to Court TV about the investigation into the death of Stephen, whose body has been exhumed for a second autopsy.

03/04/2023

https://audioboom.com/posts/8274498-coj-24-no-apologies-stephen-smith-exhumation-and-what-s-next

We have some really good news to share with you today. 💚💚

On Friday, the body of Stephen Smith was exhumed and taken to Florida for a second autopsy. His mother, Sandy, waited nearly eight years for this moment to come.

It was a very emotional day but also a peaceful one. Sandy could feel the love and knew her boy was in good hands.

We want to again thank all of you who donated to Sandy’s GoFundMe. You helped make this happen and I feel confident that we are now well on our way to getting answers — whatever those answers may be.

We also want to thank SLED Chief Mark Keel and every agent who took the time Friday to connect with Sandy, who kept everyone safe and protected during the exhumation and who accompanied Stephen’s body to the autopsy.

And thank you too to forensic pathologist Dr. Michelle DuPre for your empathetic and professional approach. You put everyone at ease during a difficult time.

This independent exhumation and autopsy were critical because of how the investigation into Stephen’s death was conducted and all the questions surrounding his case. The system had given Sandy no reason to trust in it. Investigators needed to start at Square One and this gets them there. These are just the first steps to finding out why Stephen Smith was found dead on a Hampton County road in 2015 but they are really good first steps.

Liz Farrell, Eric Bland and Mandy got together online Sunday morning to talk about how the exhumation went, the strange drama surrounding it and what comes next. We also found a little time to talk about the latest with Alex Murdaugh and his life in prison.

There was a lot to say, so let’s get into it … listen to episode 24 now 🎙️

03/04/2023

urges anyone with information about the events leading up to ’s death to come forward and contact SLED at 803-737-9000 or email [email protected].

Thank you for your continued commitment to helping find .

https://blandrichter.com/35000-reward-offered-for-information-in-death-of-stephen-smith/

02/04/2023

My baby is back in his final resting place.

Thank you again to all of you who helped make this possible.

Sandy

30/03/2023

Great news ☀️💚 So excited to see Dr. Kenneth Kinsey, literally the best of the best in SC law enforcement, is joining the dream team to solve Stephen Smith’s murder.
Can’t wait to see what he uncovers.
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30/03/2023

There has been a TON of buzz in the Stephen Smith case, which is a good thing. Just like they did in the Satterfield case, Eric Bland and Ronnie Richter have done a full-court press ensuring Stephen’s case is front and center in the media.

After eight long years, the family of Stephen Smith is finally seeing momentum in their quest for answers about why he was left to die on a Hampton County road. But challenges remain as DIY detectives on social media spread misinformation about the case and try to paint Stephen’s mother as on a crusade against the Murdaugh family.

Mandy Matney - Journalist and Liz Farrell (And EB!) discuss the latest in the case.

A private medical examiner must be present from the start of the exhumation through the examination period at a cost of approximately $750 per hour. It is a huge expense, but we are hoping that with your support we can make this happen and finally get the answers we need. If you can give, we thank you for your generosity. If you cannot give, we would appreciate you sharing and praying for justice for Stephen.

We believe 2023 is Stephen's year. Thank you all again for the love and support!

26/03/2023

Join Chris and his guest Atty. Ronnie Richter, co-counsel for the Stephen Smith family, as they dive deep into the upcoming exhumation of Stephen's body, SLE...

24/03/2023

I am sitting here reflecting on the death investigation developments. This INCREDIBLE week and progress couldn't have happened but for 5 groups of people and Ronnie Richter and I are not part of any, although we did, and will, do our jobs.

1. Sandy Smith; a mother who wasn't just going to “go on living and give up” when the wrong cause of death was being stuffed down her throat.

2. Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney - Journalist; award-winning journalists, who for the last 5 years through their pens and voices on Murdaugh Murders Podcast and Cup of Justice never let the conversations of those needing justice end. They spoke of Stephen Smith and his story forcefully, frequently, and loudly, and even when 's matters took up almost all of the oxygen with journalists and broadcasters, they continued. I have seen their research and timelines and few lawyers could have done what they did.

3. YOU; those of you who donated money to Stephen's GoFundMe, kept commenting and tweeting, kept speaking out about Sandy and Stephen loud and often, and those of you who helped pay for a headstone for Stephen’s gravestone.

4. The journalists and broadcasters that wrote and spoke Stephen’s name since 's boat crash and untimely death, and kept it a part of the story to gain international attention.

5. Chief of Mark Keel’s open mind and courage to modify and re-state Stephen’s official cause of death as a non-auto-related homicide.

That is courage folks. This is simply a great team with an absolute winning formula. For that, I say thank you and this inspires Ronnie and me to keep doing our part.

This is how Justice works. A little late but still welcomed.

JUSTICE KNOWS NO CLOCK. EB

23/03/2023

23/03/2023

The death of Stephen Smith, whose body was found in the middle of a road in 2015, is being investigated as a homicide, a spokesperson for the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division told CNN. Stephen's mother, Sandy Smith, joins CNN's Anderson Cooper along with the family's attorney, Eric Bland.

23/03/2023

22/03/2023

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22/03/2023

Eight years after 19-year-old Stephen Smith’s body was found on a rural South Carolina road, investigators are finally saying the thing his family has known all along: He was not killed in a hit-and-run... STEPHEN WAS MURDERED.

MMP co-hosts Mandy Matney - Journalist and Liz Farrell talk to Stephen’s mother Sandy Smith about the latest developments in one of the most heart-breaking cases connected to convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh and his family. And we share key moments from Eric Bland (Co-host of our Cup of Justice podcast) and partner Ronnie Richter's press conference announcing their representation of Sandy Smith.

A private medical examiner must be present from the start of the exhumation through the examination period at a cost of approximately $750 per hour. It is a huge expense, but we are hoping that with your support we can make this happen and finally get the answers we need. If you can give, we thank you for your generosity. If you cannot give, we would appreciate you sharing and praying for justice for Stephen.

We believe 2023 is Stephen's year. Thank you all again for the love and support.

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22/03/2023

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STEPHEN SMITH CASE: SLED released an official statement today.

"From South Carolina Highway Patrol case notes it was apparent that the SCHP did not believe Mr. Smith’s death was a hit and run by a motor vehicle."

That is a big deal!!!

22/03/2023

Tune in tonight...

22/03/2023

THIS IS STEPHEN'S YEAR!!!!!!
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21/03/2023

Tune in for an extraordinary announcement that was a long time coming in the death investigation.

TONIGHT on with Chris Cuomo on NewsNation at 8 p.m. EST. Eric Bland Ronnie Richter

21/03/2023

In BREAKING NEWS - Eric Bland and Ronnie Richter have been retained by Sandy Smith to help her get Justice for Stephen. Mandy joins Sandy and Eric in a press Conference today, Monday March 20th at 8:30am on the Bland Richter page here: https://www.facebook.com/blandri...

21/03/2023

20/03/2023

Interview with lead investigator, Fmr. Trooper Tommy Moore, and Sandy tonight at 6 p.m.

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20/03/2023

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on WCIV | ABC News 4 Why did Stephen Smith's mysterious 2015 death fall off of law enforcement's radar? Coming up at 6pm - we have an exclusive interview with Stephen's mother and lead investigator Fmr. Trooper Tommy Moore together for the first time. Tara Jabour, Katy Solt and I will have team coverage. photo: Sam Griswold Unsolved South Carolina

20/03/2023

19/03/2023

Columbia, South Carolina, March 19, 2023 – Bland Richter LLP founders Eric Bland, Ronnie Richter, and Stephen Smith’s mother Sandy Smith will be hosting a virtual press conference Monday morning at 8:30 AM EST regarding the Stephen Smith death investigation.   Bland Richter, a leading law firm...

19/03/2023

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19/03/2023

Joseph Scott Morgan explains the exhumation process.

The death of 19-year-old Smith was initially classified as a hit-and-run. SLED reopened the investigation and his body will be exhumed.

19/03/2023

Inside Edition aired a brief segment on Stephen's exhumation. Sandy was interviewed. Here's a link to watch.

The body of a 19-year-old former schoolmate of Alex Murdaugh's son Buster is being exhumed. The victim, Stephen Smith, died under mysterious circumstances in...

18/03/2023

In the wake of the double murder conviction of Alex Murdaugh, the family of Stephen Smith makes a renewed drive to find the truth and seek justice.

17/03/2023

17/03/2023

As Alex Murdaugh went to prison earlier this month for the murder of his wife and son, another South Carolina mother was still hoping that justice will come soon for her son, a young man whose death has often had the Murdaugh name swirling around it. Stephen Smith, an openly gay 19-year-old, was fou...

16/03/2023

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