# "Can You Lay Me Down?" The Final Words of a Murdered Child

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Podcast: [Midnight Evidence](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midnight-evidence-7887082)
Published: 2026-07-26T20:55:52+00:00
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In the sweltering heat of a Maryland summer night, a routine traffic stop for fake license plates unravels into a nightmare when officers detect the unmistakable stench of decay emanating from a woman's trunk, a smell she dismisses as nothing more than dirty laundry. What they uncover beneath layers of trash bags and blankets are the mummified remains of two young children, a niece and nephew whose final words, "Can you lay me down?" would become the haunting epitaph of a double murder hidden in plain sight for over a year. Thank you for listening to Midnight Evidence. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts. You can find us on Spreaker and your favorite podcast platforms. Until next time, stay curious, stay informed, and remember, every case leaves a trail. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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