True Sunlight MMP Remastered #9 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part Three
Oct 15, 2025
Todd (Pod) Proctor, a Highway Patrol investigator who conducted key interviews in the Stephen Smith case, shares gripping insights from the ongoing mystery. He discusses how the investigation was reopened after connections to the infamous Murdaugh family emerged. Proctor reveals community pressure, early rumors linking Buster Murdaugh, and the challenges of chasing leads amidst widespread silence. He emphasizes the need for tips to crack this chilling case, while exploring party culture around the Murdochs and evolving narratives shaping the investigation.
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Violent Injury Contradicts Hit-And-Run Theory
- The 2015 investigation into Stephen Smith's death was chaotic and poorly handled from the start.
- Crime scene details show Smith suffered severe blunt-force head trauma inconsistent with simple hit-and-run explanations.
Local Rumor Ties Buster Murdoch To Incident
- Kevin told Proctor he heard a rumor that Buster Murdoch and others hit Stephen with something from a car.
- The rumor linked the Murdoch name repeatedly despite being largely hearsay in the file.
Investigative Claims Don't Match File Records
- Investigators privately told the Murdochs they were "on the radar," yet files show no formal documentation.
- This gap suggests inconsistent record-keeping or possible suppression of investigative leads.