Episode notes
To the residents of DeRidder, Louisiana, Misty Roberts was a dedicated public servant—the town's mayor and a figure of authority. But behind the doors of her private residence, a much darker narrative was unfolding. In this episode, we peel back the curtain on the "house party" culture that led to the downfall of a political career and a landmark guilty verdict.
The Full Story:
It started with whispers of late-night gatherings and ended in a high-stakes courtroom drama. Misty Roberts didn't just cross the line; she shattered it. Prosecutors alleged a pattern of behavior involving alcohol, teenagers, and sexual encounters that took place while she held the highest office in the city.
We dive deep into the evidence that convinced a jury:
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