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Sneak peek: The Sober Truth

November 25, 2014 / 03:00

This episode covers the tragic story of Carla, who passed away under suspicious circumstances, and the ensuing legal battle surrounding her death. Key topics include the impact of addiction, the role of Alcoholics Anonymous, and the prosecution's case against her boyfriend, Eric Earl.

The episode features a detailed account of Carla's struggles with alcohol and prescription pills, as well as her family's grief over her loss. Carla's girlfriend recalls her wedding day, expressing how Carla should have been there as her maid of honor.

The legal proceedings are highlighted, with the prosecution arguing that Eric Earl had the motive and intent to kill Carla. The defense claims that he was also devastated by her death, complicating the narrative.

Discussions include the safety of support groups like AA, with contrasting views on whether they can be safe environments for individuals seeking help. The episode raises questions about the potential dangers of such spaces.

Ultimately, the episode culminates in a call for justice for Carla, with the prosecution urging the jury to find Eric guilty of first-degree murder.

TLDR

Carla's tragic death leads to a murder trial against her boyfriend, revealing issues of addiction and safety in support groups.

Episode

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my wedding was the most magical Day of My Life the only thing missing was Carla who would have been my ma of
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Honor I thought of her every second it wasn't fair that she wasn't there she should be there she'd be dancing and
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she'd be the life of the party I'd be really happy if she was still here sitting at the beach with me
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today I want emergency what are you reporting ma'am I woke up this morning and my girlfriend has passed away she
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passed away on September 1st 2011 my sister's boyfriend Eric Earl call 911 like bres like down the side of
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her I like I don't know she fell last night she did drink and she's been taking the pills that and then called
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us he says get over here right now she's gone she's gone what do you mean she's gone the evidence in this case will show
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the person seated behind me and had the physical power the rage the intent to violently kill Carlo br it's a crime of
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violence she was aspix my client was in love with the victim you were immediately drawn to her
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we clicked right away he was just as shocked by her death as are her parents I didn't know what was going on I called
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her mom and dad I'm like you need to come here immediately I intend to get him exonerated so I want you to keep an
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open mind Carla suffered with a lot of problems her demons were that she drank too much
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and she also took prescription pills she had no other choice but to get help she sought treatment um rehab and
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she attended AA meetings as well did you think AA was a safe place for your daughter yeah it's it's safe
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and I thought it was a good thing you saw at an AA meeting and what did you think when you saw her first we started
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talking do you think he targeted her definitely definitely he is a predator that that was going to AA just like many
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others alcoholic annonymous is like a pickup bar without the booze it's a good place for some but you know what it
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wasn't a good place for Carla she went there to get help most people don't expect to meet a predator at the
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conclusion of this case I will ask you to find him guilty of first-degree murder

Badges

This episode stands out for the following:

  • 90
    Most heartbreaking
  • 85
    Most intense
  • 80
    Most emotional
  • 75
    Most shocking

Episode Highlights

  • A Magical Wedding Day
    Reflecting on the joy of a wedding day overshadowed by loss.
    “My wedding was the most magical Day of my Life.”
    @ 00m 12s
    November 25, 2014
  • Tragic Loss
    A heart-wrenching moment as a loved one passes away.
    “She passed away on September 1st 2011.”
    @ 00m 55s
    November 25, 2014
  • Predator in Recovery
    The dangers of support groups as a predator lurks.
    “Alcoholic Anonymous is like a pickup bar without the booze.”
    @ 02m 34s
    November 25, 2014

Episode Quotes

  • My wedding was the most magical Day of my Life.
    Sneak peek: The Sober Truth
  • It wasn't fair that she wasn't there.
    Sneak peek: The Sober Truth
  • She'd be the life of the party.
    Sneak peek: The Sober Truth
  • She passed away on September 1st 2011.
    Sneak peek: The Sober Truth
  • AA was a safe place for your daughter?
    Sneak peek: The Sober Truth
  • Alcoholic Anonymous is like a pickup bar without the booze.
    Sneak peek: The Sober Truth

Key Moments

  • Magical Wedding00:12
  • Deep Loss00:31
  • Tragic Announcement00:55
  • Predator Warning02:34

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