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Eva Benefield Speaks Out After 'Black Swan' Murder
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Eva Benefield shares her story following the 2020 murder of her father, Doug Benefield, by his estranged wife, Ashley. Ashley Benefield was convicted of manslaughter in 2024 and sentenced to 20 years in prison. Eva discusses her experience with trauma, her new memoir titled 'Ghost Girl,' and how she built a successful online presence.
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Residents can learn about a high-profile local crime case and the personal journey of survival and resilience from the victim's daughter.
Key Facts
- Doug Benefield was fatally shot by his estranged wife, Ashley Benefield, in September 2020.
- Ashley Benefield was convicted of manslaughter in 2024 and sentenced to 20 years in prison.
- Eva Benefield wrote a memoir about her experience titled 'Ghost Girl.'