Let me take you back to 1991, where the Pamela Smart murder trial unfolded with jaw-dropping twists and turns. It all began with what seemed like a home invasion, tragically leading to the death of her husband, Gregg Smart. But as the investigation deepened, it revealed a sinister plot involving a group of teenagers manipulated by none other than the victim's wife, Pamela, who was embroiled in a sexual relationship with one of them. This story, labeled as "The Trial of the Century" (yes, even overshadowing O.J. Simpson's), is meticulously explored in the docuseries Pamela Smart: An American Murder Mystery. Premiering on Investigation Discovery, this three-part series dives deep into the sensational case. Here's a closer look at the key players involved in this chilling drama.
Gregory ("Gregg") William Smart: The Victim
Gregg Smart, born on September 4, 1965, in Nashua, NH, was your quintessential party-loving, heavy metal enthusiast in his teenage and young adult years. But life took a turn when he got engaged to Pamela Smart. Realizing the need to grow up, he took a job selling Metropolitan Life insurance at the same office as his father, cut his long "rocker" hair, and embraced what his wife saw as a "typical New Hampshire yuppy" lifestyle. However, less than a year into their marriage, cracks began to show. Gregg reportedly had an affair, and Pamela filled the emotional void by showing affection to 15-year-old Billy Flynn. This dangerous relationship would ultimately lead to Gregg's tragic demise.
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Billy Flynn, Pete Randall, J.R. Lattime, and Raymond Fowler: The Co-Conspirators
Leading the group of teenagers in the chilling murder of Gregg Smart was Billy Flynn, who had an illicit relationship with Pamela and was driven towards murder, allegedly to be with her. Billy ultimately pulled the trigger, shooting Gregg in the head, while Pete Randall held Gregg down on his knees. J.R. Lattime drove the getaway car, with Raymond Fowler waiting inside. All faced life sentences but struck deals with prosecutors, agreeing to testify against Pamela in exchange for reduced sentences.
