Jogging is a popular form of exercise for millions worldwide, offering a holistic boost to physical and mental well-being, stress reduction, and an opportunity to connect with nature. Despite its benefits, safety considerations, particularly for women, loom large—especially when navigating isolated or dimly lit paths. In 2020, a woman vanished while jogging in a rural area in Jackson County, Arkansas, bringing to the forefront the dangers that women face on a daily basis.
Sponsors:
Slaycation: Thank you to Slaycation for sponsoring this episode! Check out this new binge-worthy true crime podcasts that explores murders and mysterious deaths that all occured during vacations. You can listen across all podcast platforms.
4Patriots: Thank you to 4Patriots for sponsoring this episode! In times of uncertainty, it’s crucial to be prepared. Many people worry about the possibility of enduring prolonged periods without essential resources like electricity or even food. Get all of their deals at: https://4patriots.com/morbidology
SmartLabels: Thank you to SmartLabels for sponsoring this episode! Say goodbye to countless minutes rummaging through storage bins for your Fall and Thanksgiving decorations with SmartLabels. Download their app on the app store and buy their QR labels at: https://www.amazon.com/QR-Smart-Labels-Scannable-Organization/dp/B0BJS364C6?maas=maas_adg_31EA81720AD78B3DA43CB84763549F2B_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
Schedule35: Thank you to Schedule35 for sponsoring this episode! Schedule35 want to destigmatise and educate on the science and practical advantages of shrooms. Get 15% off your order with the code “MORBIDOLOGY” at: https://schedule35.co/
Sources:
The Jonesboro Sun, 20 August, 2020 – “Craighead Agencies Aid in Search for Missing Woman”
The Sun, 20 August, 2020 – “Help Us Find Her”
Associated Press, 21 August, 2020 – “Police in Third Day of Search for Missing Arkansas Woman”
CBS – 3 WREG, 21 August, 2020 – “Missing Woman’s Body Found”
International Business Times, 21 August, 2020 – “Missing Sydney Sutherland Update”
The Sun, 21 August, 2020 – “Tragic Find”
The Jonesboro Sun, 22 August, 2020 – “Sheriff: Body Found Near Sutherland’s Last Known Location”
MailOnline, 22 August, 2020 – “Missing Arkansas Jogger, 25, is Found Murdered Near Her Home”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 23 August, 2020 – “Body Identified as That of Missing Jackson County Woman”
Arkansas Times, 24 August, 2020 – “Murder Suspect in Court in Newport Today”
The Daily Beast, 24 August, 2020 – “Jogging Nurse was Raped and Buried by Farmer, Cops Say”
Good Morning America, 24 August, 2020 – “Staying Safe While Running Alone”
MailOnline, 24 August, 2020 – “Police Charge Arkansas Farmer with Rape and Murder”
ABC – 2 WSB, 25 August, 2020 – “Arkansas Farmer Admits Raping, Killing Jogger”
The Jonesboro Sun, 26 August, 2020 – “Sydney Sutherland”
The Daily Beast, 4 September, 2020 – “Wife of Farmer Accused of Raping and Killing Nurse Files for Divorce”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 6 September, 2020 – “Woman’s Slaying is Madness”
The Sun, 11 September, 2020 – “Beaten to Death”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 16 October, 2020 – “Killer Struck Sydney Sutherland With truck”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 17 October, 2020 – “Details Released in Killing of Jogger”
The Jonesboro Sun, 19 October, 2020 – “Suspect Officially Charged in Sutherland Murder”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 30 October, 2020 – “Man Accused in Rape, Death Says Innocent”
MailOnline, 4 November, 2020 – “Devastated Mom of Murdered Sydney Sutherland”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 28 November, 2020 – “Man Held in Slaying Needs Test”
The Daily Beast, 13 February, 2021 – “I Just Tried to Forget”
The Jonesboro Sun, 15 February, 2021 – “Sutherland Murder Suspect Fit to Stand Trial”
ABC – 2 WSB, 16 February, 2021 – “Arkansas Farmer Who Tried to Mess with Body”
The Batesville Daily Guard, 1 March, 2021 – “Sydney Sutherland Memorial Scholarship Awarded”
CBS – 3 WREG, 17 March, 2021 – “He Gave Me A Hug”
The Joneboro Sun, 27 April, 2021 – “QC Votes to Name Overpass for Sutherland”
The Sun, 21 May, 2021 – “Jogger’s Death”
The Jonesboro Sun, 11 August, 2021 – “Change of Venue Granted in Murder Trial”
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 1 October, 2021 – “Northeast Arkansas Man Pleads Guilty to 2020 Rape, Murder”
The Jonesboro Sun, 1 October, 2021 – “Justice for Sydney: Life in Prison”
MailOnline, 3 October, 2021 – “Arkansas Farmer Who Raped and Murdered Nurse”
