Cigar And A Crime

Dr. Dee
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Cigar and A Crime is where the slow burn of a fine cigar meets the relentless pursuit of justice. Hosted by Dr. Dee, we shine a light on the untold true crime stories from overlooked communities — the cases the media gave 20 seconds… and then forgot. From the rural dirt roads of Mississippi to the city streets across America, we tell the stories of the voiceless, with truth, respect, and unwavering integrity. Each episode blends deep research, cinematic storytelling, and powerful narration to connect you with the lives behind the headlines — victims, families, and communities that deserve to be heard. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a seat in the lounge of truth, where the smoke clears and the facts remain. 🎙 New episodes weekly. 📍 Listen on all major podcast platforms.

  1. Jun 30

    The Man in the Road | The Death of Thomas Ruffen

    In the early morning hours of September 1, 2022, 39-year-old Thomas James Ruffen left his home near Boston's Jackson Square. Minutes later, the respected father, mentor, and community leader was lying in the roadway. What happened next would transform what initially appeared to be a tragic pedestrian collision into one of Boston's most disturbing homicide cases. Prosecutors alleged that witnesses warned the driver that Thomas was lying directly in front of the vehicle. The driver maintained he never saw Thomas and never heard anyone yelling. One death. Two completely different versions of what happened. In this episode of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee takes listeners beyond the headlines to examine not only the criminal investigation, but the remarkable life of Thomas Ruffen, a Boston Neighborhood Fellow, community organizer, founder of the Massachusetts Creating Community Power Association, and longtime leader with Union Capital Boston. Drawing from court records, investigative reporting, community tributes, and conversations with someone who knew Thomas personally, this episode explores the evidence, the unanswered questions, and the legacy of a man who spent his life helping others find their voices. Because before Thomas Ruffen became the subject of a homicide investigation... He was changing lives. In This Episode: • Thomas Ruffen's life and legacy • The events leading up to September 1, 2022 • The prosecution's murder allegations • The defense's response • Surveillance evidence and witness accounts • The unanswered questions that remain • Reflections on justice, community, and remembrance If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Cigar & A Crime, leave a review, and share this story. Every listen helps ensure that lives like Thomas Ruffen's are remembered-not simply for how they ended, but for the impact they made. Because the smoke never lies.

    50 min

  2. Jun 11

    Behind Closed Doors – The Cerina Fairfax Story

    On the surface, Cerina and Justin Fairfax appeared to have built the American dream. She was a respected dentist, devoted mother, and successful business owner. He was a rising political star who became Virginia's Lieutenant Governor and was once viewed as one of the most promising figures in American politics. But behind the public image, pressure was mounting. In this episode of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee takes listeners beyond the headlines to examine the life of Cerina Fairfax, the rise and fall of Justin Fairfax, and the tragic events that unfolded inside their Annandale, Virginia home. From their beginnings at Duke University to the challenges that emerged during a highly publicized political career, this episode explores the people behind the story, the timeline of events, the investigation, and the broader lessons surrounding family, public image, and hidden struggles. This is not a political story. This is a human story. A story about loss, family, and the devastating consequences of what can happen when private pain remains hidden behind public success. In this episode: • The life and legacy of Cerina Fairfax • Justin Fairfax's rise in Virginia politics • Their relationship and family life • The timeline of events in Annandale, Virginia • Investigation details and media coverage • The broader conversation surrounding domestic violence and family trauma 🎙️ Follow Cigar & A Crime on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and wherever you listen to podcasts. 🔥 The Smoke Never Lies.

    30 min

  3. May 18

    Smoke Over Garfield Park: The Deaths of Barbara and Kaleb Deer

    Chicago, Illinois… A city known for resilience. For culture. For community. But on April 14, 2026, tragedy entered a home on West Arthington Street and left an entire city searching for answers. In Episode 22 of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee examines the heartbreaking deaths of Barbara Deer and her son, Kaleb Deer, the widow and son of former Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer. Barbara Deer was known as a speech-language pathologist, community advocate, anti-violence organizer, and respected leader on Chicago’s West Side. Her son, Kaleb Deer, was a psychology graduate, mental-health counselor, entrepreneur, and young man with plans for the future. What began with an Apple Watch fall alert would soon lead police to a devastating scene inside the family home. Authorities later ruled the case a murder-suicide, but the emotional weight of this tragedy continues to ripple through Chicago communities, political circles, and conversations surrounding grief, mental health, family pressure, and hidden pain. In this episode, Dr. Dee explores: • The lives and legacy of Barbara and Kaleb Deer • The timeline leading up to the discovery • The official investigation and unanswered questions • The media narrative surrounding the case • The deeper conversations about Black mental health, grief, and community trauma This episode is not about sensationalism. It is about humanity. It is about loss. And it is about remembering the people behind the headlines. 🎙️ Welcome to the Lounge of Truth. Because the smoke never lies. #CigarAndACrime #BarbaraDeer #KalebDeer #Chicago #TrueCrimePodcast #BlackMentalHealth #ChicagoStories #Podcast

    26 min

  4. May 7

    Bear Force One: The Unsolved Murder of De’Runnya Wilson

    He was built like a nightmare for defenders. Six-foot-five. Over 220 pounds.  A playmaker who helped lead Mississippi State to the #1 ranking in the nation. They called him Bear. But on January 21st, 2020… De’Runnya “Bear” Wilson wasn’t on a football field. He was inside a home in Birmingham, Alabama-  where his life was taken in a case that, years later, still has no answers. In this episode of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee takes you beyond the highlight reels and headlines to uncover the deeper story:  The rise of a multi-sport phenom from Wenonah High School  His impact at Mississippi State alongside Dak Prescott  The transition from college stardom to life after football  The tragic day his mother, Tamika Wilson, found him unresponsive  The investigation that quickly turned into a homicide… and then went quiet  And the questions that still remain unanswered De’Runnya Wilson wasn’t just an athlete. He was a father to four daughters and one son- five children now growing up without him. And while his stats were widely reported… his case has not received the same attention. This episode also confronts a larger truth: Why do some stories fade faster than others?  Why do we know more about what he did on the field… than what happened to him off of it? And what does justice look like… when silence replaces answers? If you have any information related to this case, please contact: 📞 Birmingham Police Department: 205-254-1764  📞 Crime Stoppers: 205-254-7777 Anonymous tips matter. 🎧 Listen now and step into the Lounge of Truth— where the stories don’t disappear… and the smoke never lies. 🔥 FOLLOW & SUPPORT 📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@cigarandacrimepodcast  🎙️ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms 👍 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share to help keep these stories alive.

    24 min

  5. Apr 20

    Paradise, Perception, and the Final Post — The Death of Ashlee Jenae Robinson

    Paradise. Love. Celebration. That’s what Ashlee Jenae Robinson was experiencing in Zanzibar as she celebrated her 31st birthday, just days after saying yes to a proposal. But within a week… everything changed. Ashlee, a 31-year-old woman from South Jersey, was found unresponsive in a resort villa and later passed away. What followed was a wave of unanswered questions, conflicting narratives, and a timeline that doesn’t fully align. In this episode of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee takes you beyond the headlines and into the details that matter:  A birthday trip that became something else entirely  A reported argument and sudden separation  An 11-hour gap that raises serious questions  A fiancé at the center of the timeline  A family fighting to bring their daughter home, and searching for answers As authorities continue their investigation, Ashlee’s loved ones are left navigating distance, silence, and uncertainty while asking one question: What really happened in paradise? This episode doesn’t rush to conclusions. It sits with the facts, the emotions, and the unanswered questions, because sometimes the truth isn’t immediate… it’s uncovered. 🎧 Listen now on Cigar & A Crime 💬 Share your thoughts and help keep Ashlee’s story visible

    19 min

  6. Apr 6

    The Silence Before the Shot: The Murder of Tenisha Williams

    Inside a quiet home in Cherokee County, Georgia, a moment unfolded that would change everything. On July 13, 2025, Tenisha Williams was shot and killed by her husband, Kelvin Demond Williams, in a case that would later reveal chilling details, a surviving teenage witness, and questions that still linger beneath the surface. But this episode goes beyond the headlines. Because when we searched for Tenisha…  we found something unsettling. Very little. No detailed public story.  No widely documented background.  Just fragments of a life… and a tragedy that forced it into the light. In this episode of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee steps into the silence—reconstructing the timeline, breaking down the investigation, and examining what happens when control, isolation, and violence collide behind closed doors. This is not just a story about what happened that night. It’s about what may have been happening long before anyone was listening. 🔎 In This Episode:  The final moments inside the home on July 13, 2025  The 911 call that changed everything  The investigation and courtroom outcome  What we know—and what we still don’t—about Tenisha Williams  The role of silence in domestic violence cases 🎯 Why This Case Matters Some stories come with full histories.  Others… we have to piece together. Tenisha Williams deserves to be remembered-not just for how her life ended, but for the questions her story forces us to ask. 🎧 Listen Now If you believe in truth, accountability, and telling stories that matter-  this episode is for you. 🔔 Follow & Support the Show 📺 Full episodes on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@cigarandacrimepodcast?si=oFb_7WyTSvb0t6pY  🎧 Streaming on Apple Podcasts & Spotify  📲 Follow on all platforms: @cigarandacrime ⚠️ Content Note This episode discusses domestic violence and may be difficult for some listeners. #CigarAndACrime #TrueCrimePodcast #TenishaWilliams #DomesticViolenceAwareness #CherokeeCounty #TrueCrimeCommunity #JusticeForVictims #PodcastRecommendations #CrimeStories #TheSmokeNeverLies

    20 min

  7. Mar 24

    Kayla Kelley: The Lie That Lured Her

    What if the person you trusted… never really existed? In Episode 18 of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee takes you inside the haunting story of Kayla Kelley, a 33-year-old woman whose life was built on ambition, family, and a future she was actively creating, until a relationship rooted in deception pulled her into something far more dangerous. What began as a connection on a dating app quickly escalated into something serious. Promises were made. A future was imagined. But behind the name Kayla thought she knew… was a lie. As the truth unraveled, so did the relationship, exposing secrets, a hidden marriage, and a web of manipulation that would ultimately lead to tragedy. Through digital evidence, surveillance, and a chilling timeline, investigators piece together what really happened in the final hours of Kayla Kelley’s life, and the calculated actions that followed. This episode goes beyond the headlines to explore:  The dangers of online deception and hidden identities How emotional entanglement can cloud warning signs  The role of digital forensics in solving modern crimes The disturbing reality of control, obsession, and double livesIn the Lounge of Truth, we don’t just tell stories— We sit with them. We honor the victims. And we demand clarity where others move on too quickly. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube 📲 Follow @CigarAndACrime on all social media Because in every story we tell—  The smoke never lies.

    25 min

  8. Mar 9

    Episode 17: The Wrong Car: The Unsolved Mystery of Amarah Riley

    On the night of September 19, 2018, 22-year-old Amarah Riley was driving along Rainier Avenue South in Skyway, Washington when another vehicle pulled alongside her car. Within moments, gunfire shattered the quiet night, leaving Amarah’s life tragically cut short. Investigators would later suggest something chilling — Amarah may not have been the intended target. In this episode of Cigar & A Crime, Dr. Dee takes listeners inside the life of Amarah Riley — a creative young entrepreneur, makeup artist, and photography enthusiast who was building her future one dream at a time. Through a careful examination of the timeline, the investigation, and the controversy surrounding a search warrant connected to a possible suspect, we explore how this case took unexpected turns and why it remains unresolved years later. More importantly, we center the voice of Amarah’s family, who continue to advocate for answers and keep her name alive in the community. As Dr. Dee reflects on the broader questions surrounding visibility, justice, and the families left waiting, this episode reminds us that every story deserves to be heard. Because sometimes the difference between silence and truth… is awareness. Join us in the Lounge of Truth as we remember Amarah Riley and examine the unanswered questions that still linger. Share this episode to help keep her story alive. The smoke never lies. Listen and follow Cigar & A Crime on all podcast platforms.

    20 min
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Cigar and A Crime is where the slow burn of a fine cigar meets the relentless pursuit of justice. Hosted by Dr. Dee, we shine a light on the untold true crime stories from overlooked communities — the cases the media gave 20 seconds… and then forgot. From the rural dirt roads of Mississippi to the city streets across America, we tell the stories of the voiceless, with truth, respect, and unwavering integrity. Each episode blends deep research, cinematic storytelling, and powerful narration to connect you with the lives behind the headlines — victims, families, and communities that deserve to be heard. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a seat in the lounge of truth, where the smoke clears and the facts remain. 🎙 New episodes weekly. 📍 Listen on all major podcast platforms.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Dee
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Cigar And A Crime
  • Show Website
    Cigar And A Crime

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