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Murder In The BlackAuthor: Steph and M.D.
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When the Voice Sounds Real: A.I., Fear, and the Cost of Believing Too Fast
Episode 6
Thursday, 12 February, 2026
In this episode of Murder in the Black, we examine the devastating loss of LoLetha Hall — a woman simply doing her job who became entangled in a deadly situation fueled by fear, misinformation, and an AI-driven scam.As technology evolves, so do the dangers surrounding it. Steph and Maia unpack how impersonation scams are changing the landscape of crime, the legal complexities of self-defense in Ohio, and the difficult questions surrounding “reasonable fear,” implicit bias, and accountability.This conversation goes beyond one case. It asks how we protect our communities, our elders, and ourselves in a world where voices can be fabricated — and fear can be engineered.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔎 Key Topics CoveredThe rise of AI-powered scam calls and impersonation tacticsHow vulnerable populations — especially seniors — are targetedThe timeline leading to the fatal encounter between LoLetha Hall and William BrockOhio self-defense law and the question of proportional forceThe difference between genuine fear and legally “reasonable” fearHow implicit bias can shape perceptions of dangerPublic awareness, digital literacy, and family safety planningPractical strategies for preventing scam-related harmAI Impersonation Scam ResourcesTime Stamps 00:00 — Why this case highlights the dangers of AI scams00:29 — Who LoLetha Hall and William Brock were01:48 — Inside the scam: impersonation and escalation02:38 — The confrontation and fatal shooting03:51 — Dashcam footage and police response04:21 — Fear, perception, and Brock’s mindset08:38 — AI’s growing role in modern scams09:07 — Elder vulnerability and education gaps11:37 — Breaking down Ohio self-defense law16:24 — Fear, bias, and legal interpretation19:07 — The impact on LoLetha’s family20:50 — Community responsibility and awareness23:18 — Practical scam-prevention tools25:03 — Final reflections on bias, fear, and accountabilityUnderstanding Deepfake TechnologyScam Awareness Tips (AARP)Ohio Self-Defense Law OverviewSocial Media & Digital Safety Tips Resources & EducationFollow + Support Murder in the Black📌 Substack: Murder in the Black (Subscriber exclusives + episode conversations)👉 https://murderintheblack.substack.com/🎥 YouTube: Murder in the Black👉https://www.youtube.com/@www.youtube.com/@murderintheblack🎵 TikTok: Murder in the Black / Story Time with Steph👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@murderintheblack📘 Facebook: Murder in the Black👉 https://www.facebook.com/p/Murder-In-The-Black-Podcast-100088434791438/
