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Carruth

Carruth

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 The "miracle" began Nov. 16, 1999, when Cherica Adams was shot four times in Charlotte, N.C. A hitman tried to murder Adams, the girlfriend of NFL star Rae Carruth, and their unborn son, Chancellor Lee. But the hitman failed. Now, a year-long investigation exposes stunning new details of the crime that shocked the sports world—and the impacts still being felt years later. Hosted by Charlotte Observer reporter Scott Fowler, who has covered this saga for 19 years.2025 iHeartMedia, Inc. © Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from iHeartMedia Politics & Government Social Sciences
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  • Introducing Carruth

    Introducing Carruth
    Oct 8 2018

    Part love story and part murder mystery, this is the remarkable tale of a "miracle" that began on Nov. 16, 1999, when a hitman tried to murder NFL star Rae Carruth's pregnant girlfriend. Hosted by Charlotte Observer reporter Scott Fowler, who has covered this saga for 19 years. Coming Oct. 16. Subscribe now.

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    2 mins
  • Chapter 1: Rae and Cherica

    Chapter 1: Rae and Cherica
    Oct 16 2018

    Cherica Adams, a former model and dancer from Charlotte, meets NFL player Rae Carruth at a party. Carruth, a Sacramento native, has looks and a magnetic charm. Soon Cherica is pregnant—but the trail of women in Carruth's past suggest the Carolina Panthers first-round draft pick is struggling with adult responsibility in the face of adulation lavished upon a star athlete.

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    37 mins
  • Chapter 2: The Hitman Speaks

    Chapter 2: The Hitman Speaks
    Oct 16 2018

    A murder plot unfolds. From deep inside a maximum-security prison, hitman Van Brett Watkins offers an unflinching account of the deal he struck with Rae Carruth to kill Cherica Adams and their unborn son. Along with confession tapes and a gripping 911 call, a portrait of Carruth as a master manipulator emerges. But to this day, some vehemently dispute his involvement.

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    41 mins
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As someone who has always been an avid fan of all things true crime, I was beyond excited to learn of a podcast going in depth about this terrible crime. I excitedly begun the podcast and flew through it in two days. The story is incredible, it is laid out so cohesively with input from so many individuals involved. This podcast really makes you feel like you are involved in the investigation, prosecution, and healing process of these individuals. I am not ashamed to admit that the input from Ms. Adams and Chancellor made me cry. For all true crime fans out there, give this podcast a listen!! Thank you so much Mr. Fowler for an incredible experience!

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