Final Days On Earth with Claire St. Amant

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It's been 20 years since Jennifer Harris disappeared on May 12, 2002. In that time, multiple theories about who is responsible for her death have emerged. We explore possible scenarios with Jennifer's family and investigators. Is there finally enough circumstantial evidence to push the case forward?

The early investigation into the disappearance and death of Jennifer Harris was chaotic, with 12 officers across three agencies working the case. We comb through all their files with now-private investigator Daryl Parker. Could the weather in Bonham hold the key to unlocking the timeline?

Investigator Daryl Parker uncovers evidence about a mysterious fire that burned near the Red River on the night Jennifer Harris disappeared. Could this be the reason why Jennifer's purse, clothes, and keys have never been found?

One year after Jennifer Harris' disappearance, an eyewitness comes forward with a shocking claim. It's a detailed account about a disturbing scene on the Red River bridge on May 12, 2002. Will this new information finally help identify who is responsible for Jennifer's death?

Investigators speak to a variety of people in Bonham who say they have information on the Jennifer Harris case. One woman is related to a deputy, and another is related to the Harris family. But does either person actually have real intelligence to share?

In the days following the discovery of Jennifer Harris' body, investigators had their hands full, sifting through statements, following up on leads, and chasing down evidence. What clues did they find about what happened to Jennifer?

A fisherman discovers Jennifer Harris' body in the Red River on May 18, 2002. What story does her body tell about how her life ended, and who is responsible for her death?

After interviewing Jennifer Harris' ex-boyfriend, James Hamilton, and her ex-husband, Rob Holman, at the sheriff's office, investigators take their questions on the road. What was Rob Holman doing for 5 hours in his truck on the night Jennifer disappeared?

When Jennifer Harris goes missing, the first people police question are her ex-boyfriend, James Hamilton, and her ex-husband, Rob Holman. Witnesses say both men exhibited suspicious behavior but could either one be involved?

Several sources indicate Jennifer thought she was pregnant at the time of her disappearance. With Mother's Day holding a new significance for the recently divorced woman, her actions take on a deeper meaning. What was she doing on the final days of her life?

When Jennifer Harris doesn't return home on May 13, 2002, her family reports her missing to police. Then, investigators discover Jennifer's Jeep abandoned on a country road. Why did she leave her car behind?

Jennifer Harris was 28 years old when she disappeared on Mother's Day 2002 in Bonham, Texas. Jennifer was recently divorced from her high school sweetheart and had seemingly moved on with her life. But why did people close to her feel she was keeping secrets from them?

Forensic expert Dr. Mary Jumbelic has experience with complicated hanging deaths. We go through Dr. Jumbelic's opinions on Dammion's case, as well as hear about her own journey with a challenging death investigation

On Season 2: The Life and Death of Jennifer Harris, experienced crime producer Claire St. Amant dives into a cold case murder investigation in the small town of Bonham, Texas. Episode 1 of Season 2 will be releasing next Tuesday, May 10th!

In the year since we launched Season 1 of Final Days on Earth, new sources have come forward to share information on Dammion's case. What do they remember from the night Dammion went missing and what can it tell us about the college wrestler's disappearance and death? Plus, a confidential tipster close to the case shares his own investigative theories and gumshoe detective work.

Three new witnesses who never interviewed with the Gunnison Police Department give new information in the investigation into the disappearance and death of Dammion Heard. Their statements shed a surprising new light on his plans the final weekend of his life.

Dr. Claire Ferguson has been studying crime scene staging and detection avoidance behaviors by murderers for the last 15 years. She's among the world's foremost experts in this fascinating and emerging field of research. Dr. Ferguson shares her insight and opinions on Dammion's case.

In this episode, host Claire St. Amant answers listener questions from around the country about Dammion's disappearance and death. She's joined by special consulting detective Zach Johnson of the Lubbock Police Department, who weighs in with his own analysis and questions about the case.

Dammion didn't exhibit traditional signs of suicidal behavior. But when his case is viewed with hindsight, are there clues that could help explain Dammion's altered state of mind? We explore similar cases of athletes with both diagnosed and undiagnosed cases of CTE and speak with experts on the effects of traumatic brain injuries and their correlation with suicide. We also hear from new witnesses and friends of Dammion, including the person who sold him acid the night he disappeared. Are the questions in Dammion's case explained by a CTE/suicide theory, or are the facts more in line with a foul play scenario?

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In this episode taped in July 2020, host Claire St. Amant travels to Colorado to visit the scene and try to get answers to outstanding questions. We will engage the audience and challenge Dammion's college friends and wrestling teammates to think back. Is there anything they overlooked or forgot to mention six years ago, that may shed light on that fateful night and answer the question: Who, if anyone, is responsible for the death of Dammion Heard?

The Medical Examiner rules Dammion's death a suicide and the police close the case, devastating Dammion's family. The local newspaper polls over 1,000 Gunnison residents, and 85 percent say they do not believe Dammion's case should have been closed. Police defend their decision with an expert report from Denver Police Lt. Matthew Murray. In this special, extended length episode, we go through the report point by point with Murray himself, and brief him on additional evidence he was not privy to at the time. Will his opinion of Dammion's cause of death change with more information?

Gunnison police arrest two Western students on drug charges as a result of the investigation into Dammion's death. They are accused of providing him LSD, which is presented as proximate cause of his suicide. Experts on pharmacology and psychiatry question the correlation. Is Dammion the “one-in-a-million” case of suicide on LSD?

Rumors are spreading across campus as people speculate what happened to Dammion. Nearly everyone refutes the idea that Dammion killed himself. Reports surface that members of the track team beat Dammion up and dumped his body and car. There are also allegations of drug use and a witness describes seeing the wrestling captain place Dammion in a “sleeper hold” to calm him down. Is there an element of truth buried in these rumors or is it college gossip run amuck?

Host Claire St. Amant answers listener questions with special guests Dammion's dad, Gary Heard, and former homicide detective Zach Johnson, a consultant for Final Days on Earth.

In this episode, we re-create the timeline of events from the weekend of parties at the wrestler's house to the discovery of Dammion's body. In the days leading up to his disappearance, Dammion was displaying aggressive and impulsive behavior. Were these signs of a deeper problem or just typical emotional ups and downs? The last image of Dammion alive is from a gas station surveillance video. We break down the footage and look for clues. Did he go back to the party after getting gas, and when and why did he drive to Cabin Creek?

In the weeks after Dammion's death, multiple eye witnesses come forward with new information for police to investigate. There are three people who report seeing Dammion's car move around Gunnison on Monday, the day after police believe the wrestler died. There are also witnesses from the party who reveal that an oxygen deprivation mask was being used by wrestlers the night Dammion disappeared.

Gunnison County Finance Director, Linda Nienhueser reports what she saw while walking at Cabin Creek on Sunday, the day after Dammion went missing. She describes evidence of multiple parties besides Dammion, whom she describes as standing in a strange position beside a tree. Linda is unnerved by the image of someone else crouching down, watching her with binoculars. Would authorities learn who else was at Cabin Creek with Dammion's body, days before police were called?

On Wednesday, April 2, 2014, Dammion's body is found hanging from a tree on a ridge at Cabin Creek Trail, several miles off campus. It appears he has been there several days. This episode explores the evidence found on Dammion's body and in his car, which was parked at the scene. Dammion's jewelry is missing and there's no cash in his wallet. And in his car, a ready-to-mail package has been ripped open and the contents removed. Are these signs of foul play or suicide? Thanks to our sponsors! Air Med - Visit AirMedCareNetwork.com/final and use Offer Code FINAL to get a $50 Amazon of Visa E Gift Card when you join. Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends now in the app store or on Google play. Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/finaldays betterhelp.com/finaldays . Madison Reed - Get 10% off your first color kit plus free shipping with code FINAL DAYS at madison-reed.com.

When Dammion doesn't show up for work on Sunday, people start to question his whereabouts. By Monday, his father reaches out to the university and is told Dammion's ID card has been used at both the cafeteria and in class. Friends say Dammion just needed time to cool off after the fight, and report seeing his SUV driving through town Monday evening, so why has no one seen Dammion Heard? Special thanks to this week's sponsors! Madison Reed - Go to madison-reed.com and use code FI NAL DAYS for 10% off your first color kit and free shipping. Audible - Visit auible.com/finaldays or text Final Days to 500500.

It's Saturday night and dozens of students are partying at the unofficial wrestler's house off campus. Around 11 p.m., wrestler Dammion Heard starts a fight with cross country runner Anthony Rios. It's revealed that Anthony had recently started dating Dammion's ex-girlfriend. When wrestling captain Kyle Piatt hears about the fight, he gets physical with Dammion and the pair has to be separated. Did these heated exchanges lead to Dammion's disappearance a few hours later? Special thanks to Madison Reed! Visit madison-reed.com and use code FI NAL DAYS to get 10% off plus free shipping on your first color kit.

Dammion Heard is a 20-year-old college freshman on a wrestling scholarship at Western Colorado University in Gunnison, Colorado. After a party at a friend's house on Saturday, March 29, 2014, Dammion goes missing. Who is Dammion Heard and what was he doing in the final days of his life?

College freshman Dammion Heard went missing after a wrestling team party in 2014. His body was found 4 days later on a Colorado cliffside. Join host Claire St. Amant on a journey to discover just what happened to Dammion. With her thorough reporting, listeners are given a front row seat in this curious and compelling case, where nothing is as simple as it seems. Who - if anyone - is responsible for Dammion's death?

Final Days on Earth host Claire St. Amant speaks to Washington DC crime reporter Paul Wagner about Dammion Heard's case.

College freshman Dammion Heard went missing after a wrestling team party in 2014. His body was found 4 days later on a Colorado cliffside. Join host Claire St. Amant on a journey to discover just what happened to Dammion. With her thorough reporting, listeners are given a front row seat in this curious and compelling case, where nothing is as simple as it seems. Who - if anyone - is responsible for Dammion's death? Subscribe to Final Days on Earth now to be notified when it premieres, April 20th.