Nikki Zinger with guest-host Maggie Freleng

Jun 18, 2024

Guest Nikki Zinger, serving life for mother's murder, maintains innocence. Topics include trial details, challenges in 90s murder case, parole consideration objections, legal advocacy, and support for Nikki's innocence.

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ANECDOTE

Unexpected Tragedy

Nikki and Daniel visited Linda's trailer on Friday but didn't stop because the lights were off.
On Sunday, they discovered her murdered body, shocked by the unexpected tragedy.

INSIGHT

Financial Motive

Investigators suspected Nikki due to her mother's $90,000 life insurance policy.
Nikki's financial struggles made her a prime suspect in their eyes.

INSIGHT

Weak Evidence

Evidence against Nikki and Daniel was weak, primarily focusing on a bloodstained jacket and insurance papers.
Their continued communication in jail, while odd, didn't yield incriminating statements.

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Ep 184: Sentenced to Life for the murder of her mother, this woman still claims her innocence decades later.

This is the Nikki Zinger story.

Find out more about Nikki Zinger at: https://freenikkizinger.org/

Write to Nikki at:

Nikki Zinger #704283

302 Corrections Drive

Newport, AR 72112

Find out more about Maggie Freleng at: http://www.maggiefreleng.com/

Instagram / Twitter (X) : @maggiefreleng

Sources for Today's Episode:

Nikki’s interviews with Maggie Freleng
Freenikkizinger.org
Proclaim Justice.org
Arkansas.gov
KTBS
DanielRisher.com
Law.justia.com (Nikki Zinger v. State of Arkansas)
Magnolia Reporter

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