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Mar 2023
49m 39s

‘Promises Have Been Made’

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One set of confessions leads to another and three men are arrested for Sharon Johnson’s murder. Then, an alleged secret comes to light that changes everything. For more on the case and to see a timeline of the interrogations, visit bearbrookpodcast.com. To make a donation in support of Bear Brook, click here. CLICK HERE TO DONATE AND SUPPORT THE TEAM THAT ... Show More
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