Real Life Real Crime Podcast
Episode Summary: True Crime Time For April 22, 2025 | #JusticeForHailey, Feral Hogs, and Community Crime Stories

Host: Cindy Overton
Guest: P.T. Allen
Release Date: April 22, 2025

Personal Update from Woody Overton

Timestamp: [00:45]

Speaker: Woody Overton

In this heartfelt segment, Woody Overton shares a deeply personal update with his listeners. Recording the episode on Easter Sunday, Woody reveals that he has been caring for his father, who has been battling dementia for the past seven years. His father is now home on hospice, and Woody anticipates not recording regular episodes for the foreseeable future. He expresses his commitment to his family, stating:

"I'm blessed to have the ability and the time to lay in the bed with my father in these last hours."
(00:55)

Woody assures listeners that he will return to regular programming once his father's condition stabilizes. He also emphasizes the importance of community support and shares his gratitude:

"I love and appreciate each and every one of you. None of us are getting out of this game alive, obviously. And I'm blessed to have the ability and the time to lay in the bed with my father in these last hours."
(02:45)

He concludes by urging listeners to continue supporting the podcast and its initiatives, particularly the ongoing #JusticeForHailey campaign.

#JusticeForHailey Campaign: Progress and Call to Action

Timestamp: [03:57]

Speaker: Cindy Overton

Taking over from Woody, Cindy Overton provides an update on the #JusticeForHailey campaign, a pivotal element of the podcast's advocacy efforts. She underscores that while initial victories have been achieved, the battle for justice remains ongoing. Cindy outlines the progress made and the steps still required:

"We've got some traction in the right direction, but nothing exceeds like excess. Please continue to do it and let's get Ms. Barbara and them some justice."
(04:30)

Key Points:

• Initial Success: The District Attorney has assigned a lead investigator to Haley Johnson’s case, marking a significant milestone.
• Ongoing Efforts: The fight is far from over. Cindy emphasizes the need for continued activism until a grand jury reviews the case.
• Community Involvement: She urges listeners to persist in sending emails, making phone calls, and finding innovative ways to keep the momentum alive.

Cindy passionately conveys the urgency and importance of sustained community involvement:

"We are not backing off. We have an investigator. We're good. But the war's not over until we get a grand jury for Brooks Cleary for the murder of Haley Johnson."
(05:15)

She also announces an upcoming live event scheduled for July 19, encouraging listeners to attend and participate in person.

Community Story: P.T. Allen's Feral Hogs Incident

Timestamp: [11:52]

Speaker: P.T. Allen

The episode features a compelling and dramatic true crime story narrated by P.T. Allen, a former local police officer from Georgia. P.T. recounts his experiences dealing with a persistent feral hog problem in a low-income, predominantly minority neighborhood on Martin Luther King Boulevard.

Key Highlights:

• Background: P.T. served as a paramedic and law enforcement officer, working closely with his partner, Lincoln, a physically imposing officer with a complex personality. Together, they were responsible for ensuring community welfare, including checking on vulnerable residents.

"Lincoln and I made sure he stayed on [medication]."
(14:00)

• The Feral Hog Problem: The neighborhood residents relied on gardens for supplemental income and sustenance. However, a pack of feral hogs repeatedly destroyed these gardens, leading to significant loss for the community.

"These are minority, low-income folks, most of them retired, most of them living on Social Security... Hog problem was costing them food that was important."
(19:30)

• The Plan: Frustrated by the lack of response from higher authorities, P.T. and Lincoln took matters into their own hands. They devised a tactical plan to eliminate the hogs, involving strategic positioning and the use of firearms.

"We devised a plan. I staged up and... I was going to step on the switch of that construction light, light up the entire world and I'd fire and knock off the last three or four hogs in the line."
(21:15)

• Execution and Fallout: During a bitterly cold night, they executed their plan. While initially successful in reducing the hog population, a tragic miscommunication led to a severe misunderstanding. A broadcast on a police radio channel mistakenly identified the slain animals as a black individual, sparking public outrage and protests.

"When Lincoln said over the radio, 'I gut shot that black son of a bitch,'... they had Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton notified."
(28:30)

• Consequences: The incident escalated beyond their control, resulting in media attention and community protests. P.T. reflects on the unintended consequences and the complex dynamics between law enforcement and the community.

"I thought we were doing a good thing and it all went south."
(30:56)

Notable Quotes:

"Lincoln, I would help them out of our own pockets. This guy, even though he wore a mullet and had a Confederate tattoo, was a really good guy."
(19:00)

"It's no big deal. So Lincoln and I... we had to jump back into my little crappy 1992 Isuzu pickup... we went back to his freezer."
(28:50)

Closing Remarks and Future Episodes

Timestamp: [32:26]

Speaker: Cindy Overton

Cindy Overton wraps up the episode by commending P.T. Allen for his vivid and engaging storytelling. She encourages listeners to continue submitting their own stories and to remain active in supporting the podcast's initiatives.

"I think lifers are going to enjoy it. Want more? If you have more and you want to send them, please feel free to and anyone else that wants to share stories after hearing PT, please do."
(32:15)

Future Content:

• Old School Storytelling: Cindy hints at upcoming episodes featuring vintage stories from Woody Overton’s extensive experience, catering to both long-time listeners and newcomers.
• Community Engagement: Plans to feature more listener-submitted stories to foster a sense of community and shared purpose.

"You are going to think you like Woody. You're really going to love him after you hear these stories."
(32:20)

Final Thoughts: Cindy expresses gratitude for the listeners' support during this challenging time for the Overton family and reaffirms the podcast’s commitment to delivering compelling true crime narratives.

"Thank you again. We will see you tomorrow. Have a blessed day."
(32:25)

Conclusion

This episode of Real Life Real Crime serves as both a poignant personal update from Woody Overton and a compelling true crime narrative shared by P.T. Allen. The discussion seamlessly weaves together advocacy efforts for #JusticeForHailey with a gripping community story, highlighting the complexities and unintended consequences often inherent in law enforcement actions. Cindy Overton’s empathetic hosting ensures that listeners remain engaged and informed, while also fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility.

Listeners are encouraged to stay involved, attend live events, and continue supporting ongoing campaigns to ensure justice and community well-being.

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Note: The episode contains dramatized storytelling meant for entertainment and informational purposes. Listener discretion is advised.