In a chilling South Carolina case, a woman's frantic 911 call alleging her ex was chasing her has tragically ended with her death. Jamilla Smith's desperate cries for help, captured on the recording, have led to the arrest of her ex-partner, Daniel Harmon, who now faces murder charges.
According to police reports, Smith called 911 on December 2nd, claiming Harmon had broken into her home and was pursuing her. The affidavit describes a harrowing scene where Smith, breathless and panicked, reports hearing a car engine revving in the background.
Then, the call takes a tragic turn as Smith screams and the phone appears to drop, followed by a male voice demanding she get in his car.
The affidavit details Smith's continued pleas against being touched and hurt, along with accusations of getting hit by the car. Harmon, however, denies striking her with his vehicle, claiming instead that she jumped in front of it.
Smith's family reported her missing a day later, and on December 4th, police located Harmon and his car. A subsequent search revealed blood stains on the spare tire and in the trunk, casting a dark shadow over Harmon's claims.
DNA testing confirmed the blood belonged to Smith, and with her phone showing no activity since the 911 call on December 2nd, investigators believe Harmon struck her with his car and did not seek medical help.
Harmon, already in custody on a kidnapping charge related to Smith's disappearance, is now facing a murder charge. His plea and attorney information are currently unavailable.
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office continues their search for Smith's remains, with her family offering a $10,000 reward for any information leading to her location.
This tragic case highlights the devastating realities of domestic violence. If you or anyone you know is experiencing such abuse, please reach out for help. Resources like the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) are available 24/7 and offer confidential support in over 170 languages.
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