Digest

This podcast delves into the intertwined stories of the Centennial Park Bombing, the disappearance of Sarah Wood, and the crimes of Lewis Lent. It begins with the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, where the bombing at Centennial Olympic Park shook the nation. The FBI's investigation initially focused on security guard Richard Jewel, but he was later cleared. The podcast then shifts to the 1993 disappearance of 12-year-old Sarah Wood, detailing the extensive search efforts and the emotional toll on her family. The connection between Sarah's case and Lewis Lent, a man convicted of attempted kidnapping and murder, is revealed. Lent's confessions regarding Sarah's murder and the ongoing search for her remains are discussed. The podcast concludes with a focus on the challenges faced by investigators in finding Sarah's body and the unwavering hope of her family.

Outlines

00:00:06

The Centennial Park Bombing and Richard Jewel

This chapter explores the Centennial Park Bombing during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia, focusing on the FBI's investigation and their initial targeting of security guard Richard Jewel as the prime suspect, despite lacking concrete evidence.

00:00:26

The Disappearance of Sarah Wood and the Initial Investigation

This chapter introduces the case of Sarah Wood, a 12-year-old girl who vanished in 1993. It details the extensive search efforts, the involvement of law enforcement, and the emotional toll on Sarah's family.

00:01:23

The Connection to Lewis Lent and the Investigation

This chapter reveals the connection between Sarah Wood's disappearance and Lewis Lent, a man who was later convicted of attempted kidnapping and murder. It explores the investigation that led to Lent's arrest and the subsequent confessions he made.

00:29:01

Lewis Lent's Trials, Confessions, and the Search for Sarah Wood

This chapter details the trials and convictions of Lewis Lent for the attempted kidnapping of Becky Savarese and the murder of Jimmy Bernardo. It also discusses Lent's confessions regarding Sarah Wood's murder and the ongoing search for her remains.

00:41:33

The Ongoing Search for Sarah Wood and the Family's Hope

This chapter focuses on the continued efforts to find Sarah Wood's body. It highlights the challenges faced by investigators, the family's unwavering hope, and the community's support.

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Q&A

• What were the key events that led to the arrest of Lewis Lent?

  The attempted kidnapping of Becky Savarese in Massachusetts, where Lent was caught with evidence linking him to the crime, and his subsequent confessions regarding the murders of Jimmy Bernardo and Sarah Wood.

• How did the FBI's investigation into the Centennial Park Bombing affect Richard Jewel?

  The FBI's focus on Jewel as the prime suspect, despite lacking concrete evidence, led to intense media scrutiny, public pressure, and a significant impact on his life.

• What challenges have investigators faced in finding Sarah Wood's body?

  Lent's changing stories, his refusal to provide accurate information, and the vast and remote areas where he claimed to have buried her have made the search for her remains extremely difficult.

• How has the Wood family coped with the loss of Sarah and the ongoing search for her body?

  The family has shown remarkable resilience, finding strength in their faith, community support, and their dedication to protecting other children from similar tragedies.

Show Notes