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The Case Corsicana Forgot: The Unsolved Murder of Shelley Watkins

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Introduction

In 1993, Shelley Watkins was murdered in Corsicana, Texas, and the community has waited for justice ever since. Her husband, Jerry Mack Watkins, was indicted but the case collapsed under scandal. Thirty years later, Justice for Shelley Watkins returns to revisit the crime, the cover-ups, and the voices that were silenced.

What the First Episode Covers

  • The timeline of Shelley’s disappearance
  • The indictment and its controversial dismissal
  • The alleged bribery scandal involving the original prosecutor
  • The role of Jerry Mack Watkins and lingering questions
  • Why the case stalled and why it deserves renewed attention

Key Figures & Terms You Should Know

Name / TermRole in Case
Shelley WatkinsVictim, murdered in 1993 in Corsicana, Texas
Jerry Mack WatkinsHusband at the time, indicted but never convicted
Prosecutor BriberyThe scandal that killed the original case
Corsicana, TXThe town where the murder occurred
Watkins ConstructionCompany tied to the Watkins family
watkins-murder.comThe tip portal for new leads

Why This Case Still Matters

Three decades is a long time to wait for justice. Shelley left behind two daughters. Her legacy is tied up in unanswered questions, missing evidence, and a system that repeatedly looked away. This podcast aims not just to retell the story – but to reopen the case in public view, pressure institutions, and invite anyone with knowledge to step forward.

Call to Action

If you have any information about the murder of Shelley Watkins, no matter how small, please submit a confidential tip at watkins-murder.com.

Rewards are available for credible information that helps break this case open.

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