#JUSTICEFORMELISSAWITT
Who Killed Melissa Witt?
For more than two decades, the identity of Melissa Witt’s killer has remained concealed somewhere within the rugged terrain of the Ozark National Forest — among the dense trees, steep hillsides, and remote mountaintop where her life was taken.
The search for justice has never stopped.
The Girl I Never Knew is a deeply personal and investigative account of LaDonna Humphrey’s unwavering pursuit of the truth in the unsolved murder of a young woman she never had the chance to meet. What began as a single story grew into a lifelong commitment to a case that still demands answers.
Melissa’s murder remains unsolved.
Her family still deserves justice.
And the work continues.
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Our team was the first to be given access to the Witt case files and we have worked tirelessly alongside retired detectives, to find justice for Melissa Witt.
If you have information about the murder of Melissa Witt, please call 1-800-440-1922.
This film is in partnership with All the Lost Girls Productions, Umbrella Media Group and Team Nine, LLC.
THE UNSOLVED MURDER
OF MELISSA WITT
For almost a decade, LaDonna Humphrey has embarked on a relentless quest to unravel the haunting mystery surrounding the murder of 19-year-old Melissa Witt from Fort Smith.
Melissa Witt's murder shook the tight-knit community of Fort Smith to its core,
leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and shattered lives.
Despite the passage of time, the case continues to haunt those who remember Melissa and the
promising future that was stolen from her.
Driven by a deep sense of justice and a commitment to giving voice to the voiceless,
LaDonna Humphrey, along with retired detectives Jay C. Rider and Chris Boyd,
have dedicated their lives to uncovering the truth behind Melissa's murder.
Through their investigative prowess and their relentless
pursuit of justice, this team has unearthed new evidence, conducted in-depth interviews,
and shed light on overlooked leads in the case.
Stay connected with LaDonna Humphrey and her team's latest updates and discoveries
as they continue their journey to solve the murder of Melissa Witt from Fort Smith.
WHO KILLED
MELISSA WITT?
Someone Knows.
If you have information about the man responsible for the 1994 murder of Melissa Witt, please call 1-800-440-1922.
ABOUT LADONNA HUMPHREY
LaDonna Humphrey, an Oklahoma native that moved to Arkansas in the late 80's, is an award-winning writer, documentarian, investigative journalist, executive director and an advocate for victims of crime. Her passions include advocating for missing adults, crime victims, children in foster care, and for women in recovery.
LaDonna is the co-founder of All the Lost Girls as well as the co-host of the Lost Girls Podcast and the Extinguished Podcast.
THE MELISSA WITT CASE
FAQ'S
WHAT HAPPENED TO MELISSA WITT?
December 1, 1994, was a typical day for Missy. But as she got ready to go to campus for class, she had a small disagreement with her Mom after asking her if she could borrow money. Her mother said no and before she left the house, she left Missy a note explaining that she loved her and that she would be at a local bowling alley later that afternoon if she wanted to come by and get something to eat.
Between 6:30-7:00pm, after class and work, Missy went to the same bowling alley that her mother had mentioned in her note. She parked her car, and before she would even make it inside the bowling alley, investigators believe Missy was abducted from the parking lot. They made this determination based on evidence of a struggle around her car, including blood found in the parking lot, as well as Missy's keys and an earring found nearby.
DOES MELISSA WITT HAVE ANY LIVING RELATIVES?
Both of Melissa's parents are deceased, but she has many other living relatives that care very deeply about Melissa. Many of those relatives have expressed their hope that the case will eventually be solved.
WHO IS THE CURRENT LEAD DETECTIVE ON MELISSA'S CASE?
His name is Brad Marion. Detective Marion is passionate about this case and is working hard to bring justice to Melissa Witt.
HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MURDER OF MELISSA WITT?
For more information, you can watch our documentary, Uneven Ground: The Melissa Witt Story. The film is available on Amazon Prime, Tubi, and multiple other platforms.
DID THE ORIGINAL LEAD DETECTIVE, JAY C. RIDER PARTICIPATE IN THE HULU DOCUSERIES "AT WITT'S END"?
Jay C. Rider did not participate in the series. He continues, however, to care deeply about the investigation, and he has been dedicated for almost 30 years to finding her killer.