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Dec 2020
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Episode 121: Emma Walker

Alexis Linkletter, Jac Vanek
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16-year-old Emma Walker and 18-year-old Riley Gaul had been together for two years and appeared to be the perfect couple, especially on social media. And they were- until they weren't. On episode 121 of The First Degree, Jac, Alexis & Billy explore the case of 16-year-old Emma Walker. Please support the show by checking out our sponsors! Daily Harvest: Go to ... Show More
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