Police Update on Michelle Parker 14-Year Disappearance Casi Police Ex-Fiance Dale Smith Jr. Charged With 2nd-Degree Murder
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'The People's Court' originally aired from 1981 to 1993 before being revived in 1997
Michelle Parker's charged ex-fiancé, Dale Smith, is a former Navy SEAL.
Smith's military background was widely reported during the original 2011 investigation. Navy SEALs undergo some of the most rigorous training in the U.S. military — fewer than 25% of candidates complete BUD/S selection.
Parker's last TV appearance was over a $5,000 ring on The People's Court!
On Nov. 17, 2011 — the very day Michelle Parker vanished — an episode of The People's Court aired showing her and ex-fiancé Dale Smith Jr. in a dispute over a $5,000 engagement ring he wanted returned after their breakup.
Topic poll · all networksIs 2nd-degree murder the right charge in the Michelle Parker case?
Topic poll · all networksMichelle Parker appeared on a TV court show the day she vanished. Which one?
- The People's Court
- Judge Judy
- Judge Mathis
- Divorce Court
Guess, then reveal the answer
The People's Court
Topic poll · all networksWho's most to blame for the 14-year delay in charging Smith?
