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Hidden True Crime

From Nu Skin Wealth to a Horrific Murder | The Summer Roney Case

Hidden True Crime

Hidden True Crime

News Commentary, Documentary, True Crime, News, Society & Culture

4.62.5K Ratings

🗓️ 12 April 2026

⏱️ 65 minutes

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Summary

Last year, Hidden True Crime introduced you to Summer Roney—a vulnerable young woman whose brutal murder shocked those who heard her story. Now, we’re going deeper. In this episode, Lauren Matthias uncovers disturbing new developments surrounding Summer’s life, her abuse at the hands of Robert McKell, and the ongoing case against her accused killer, Jacob Johnson—a case that appears to be stalling in ways that raise serious concerns. From alleged smear campaigns and erased articles, to courtroom delays, judge recusals, and the shocking placement of a murder suspect in a facility meant for non-violent offenders, this story forces us to ask: is this just dysfunction… or something more? And perhaps most haunting of all—who is controlling Summer’s story, even after her death? Sponsors: Avocado Green Mattress: Go to https://avocadogreenmattress.com/HIDDEN to check out their mattress and furniture sale. Mint: Shop Mint Mobile plans at https://mintmobile.com/hidden—new customers get 3 months of 5GB/month for $45 upfront (equivalent to $15/month); taxes and fees extra. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0

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0:16.0

Last year in 2025, hidden true crime covered the murder of Summer Roney, a 30-year-old vulnerable

0:23.6

adult whose life ended in one of the most disturbing cases that we have ever covered.

0:29.6

Summer's story broke hearts across the world when we shared.

0:33.6

What happened to her?

0:35.6

She was just 4 foot 11 and under 100 pounds and had the mental

0:39.7

capacity of a 12 year old, but she had made a name for herself, Summeroni, the one and only.

0:48.3

And while on the surface, the case seems to be quiet, no trial date, in sight. Beneath the surface, as hidden shoe crime

0:56.3

started pulling back the layers, we've learned that there is so much more happening in this

1:02.9

case both before and after Summer's murder. That's left us surprised, uncomfortable, horrified, and realizing it's yet another case that deserves

1:15.1

our attention, more attention than it's been receiving. There are hard questions that need to be

1:22.4

asked and answers still needing to be found. We don't have all of the answers, but maybe you can help

1:30.1

or let us know your thoughts. Is there a cover-up? Are things being hidden? What is truly happening

1:36.9

in this horrific and tragic case? Today, we are going over it all from beginning to now. We are asking those difficult

1:49.2

questions and have uncovered some really shocking updates. It's a case where although charges

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