The 29-Minute Investigation: Joanna Hunter

Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code CRIMESALAD at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code CRIMESALAD at https://www.oneskin.co/CRIMESALAD #oneskinpod In this episode of Crime Salad, Ricky and Ashley dive deep into the chilling timeline of Joanna's final hours. We expose the massive, unexplained gaps in Mark's alibi, the harrowing paper trail of restraining orders Joanna filed in her early twenties, and the psychological fortress Mark built around his wife after taking control of the Fellowship Baptist Church. This is more than a true crime story about a botched police investigation. It is a story about a family's relentless pursuit of the truth. We discuss how Joanna's brother, Joe Hunter, and her mother, Patricia, refused to accept the official police narrative. Their fierce advocacy ultimately led to the passage of Joanna's Law (Senate Bill 989) in California, which fundamentally changes how law enforcement must investigate the suspicious deaths of domestic violence victims. Joanna's case remains officially closed as a suicide, and her family needs your help to unlock a real homicide investigation. Tune in to hear the full timeline, the forensic red flags, and how you can take action today. Take Action & Support Joanna’s Family: Joanna's family is working tirelessly to have her death certificate amended from "suicide" to "homicide" or "undetermined." You can support their fight and learn more about the organizations helping victims of hidden homicides at the links below. Alliance for HOPE International (The Justice Project): allianceforhope.com Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center: hopethriveshere.org Joanna’s Voice Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/p/Joannas-Voice-100068890904659/ 48 Hours: Joe Hunter's Mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEZutwn6Dpo Domestic Violence Resources: If you or someone you know is navigating intimate partner violence, please know that you are not alone and help is available 24/7. It is completely free and confidential. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) Text: Text the word "START" to 88788 Visit: thehotline.org Our Sponsors: Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code CRIMESALAD at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code CRIMESALAD at https://www.oneskin.co/CRIMESALAD #oneskinpod Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to https://Quince.com/crimesalad for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. (Now available in Canada!) Support Crime Salad: Shop our Memorial Day Sale: Grab your gear at crimesaladpodcast.com Listen Ad-Free: Join our Patreon community at patreon.com/crimesaladpodcast or subscribe directly through Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices