On June 5, 2002, fourteen-year-old Elizabeth Smart was abducted at knifepoint from her bedroom in Salt Lake City and held captive for nine months. This episode examines the investigation, the coercive control used by her captors, and the myths surrounding victim behavior that often prevent understanding and rescue. We focus on what this case teaches about real-world safety, survival, and why awareness and belief save lives.

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