From Harlem to Highbridge: The Murder of Collin Small
About this episode
The episode explores the murder of Collin Small and the complex relationship with his friend Sheldon Johnson Jr.
When 44-year-old Collin Small vanished from his Bronx apartment, police followed a trail that led to a shocking discovery and a familiar face. His longtime friend, Sheldon Johnson Jr., once celebrated as a reformed Harlem activist, now stood accused of his brutal murder. Crime Estate unpacks how a bond forged in childhood ended inside a Bronx apartment.
People in this episode
Hosts: Heather, Elena, Melanie
Topics covered
- murder
- friendship
- investigation
- crime
- activism
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Harlem, Highbridge, Bronx
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