Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Samantha Josephson was a 21-year-old USC senior just weeks from graduating and heading to law school when she was brutally murdered after getting into what she thought was her Uber. What followed was a horrifying crime that shocked the nation and led to “Sami’s Law.”
In this deep dive, we cover the full story: the surveillance footage, the investigation, the forensics , Nathaniel Rowland’s arrest, and the powerful legacy Samantha left behind through the What’s My Name Foundation.
Stop. Ask. Match. Inform. — SAMI
👉 Support the What’s My Name Foundation: whatsmyname.org
#SamanthaJosephson #UberMurder #TrueCrime #SamisLaw #RideshareSafety
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Disclaimer:
I strive to conduct thorough research before posting my videos. However, as the content often relies on news outlets, investigator speculation, journalists, and family members, there is a possibility of inaccuracies. If you come across false information, please feel free to correct me in the comments below. I aim to avoid spreading misinformation.
Please note that comments on this channel are the sole responsibility of the writers. The writers will bear full responsibility, liability, and blame for any libel or litigation resulting from their comments.
Full Trial Coverage Playlists & Major Sources
WLTX (News 19) Full Trial Playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVT9unEDgvLGSLkC1P1sZWJlD4-BpwCfO
Court TV – Complete Trial Page
courttv.com/trials/sc-v-rowland-2021
WIS-TV Trial Coverage Hub (day-by-day articles and videos):
wistv.com/2021/07/20/video-trial-begins-suspect-accused-killing-uofsc-student-samantha-josephson
Pathologist Dr. Thomas Beaver Testimony
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article253034933.html
10 Biggest Moments from the Trial:
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article253036718.html
Sentencing & Victim Impact Statements:
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article253053583.html
DNA Evidence & Ex-Girlfriend Testimony:
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article252927518.html
Timeline of the Case
thestate.com/news/local/article228650489.html
Surveillance Video
youtube.com/watch?v=i3Vo1CsUm1Y
Arrest Bodycam / Dashcam Footage:
youtube.com/watch?v=-VTKYLYPyJ0
Columbia PD Press Conference (Body Found Announcement):
youtube.com/watch?v=_aezl8fJ0jQ
What’s My Name Foundation Official Website:
whatsmyname.org
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Samantha_Josephson
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/04/01/samantha-josephson-video-shows-her-entering-car-accused-killer/3329523002
People Magazine – Video & Early Coverage:
people.com/crime/video-shows-college-student-entering-car-she-apparently-thought-was-uber
See No Evil Season 9, Episode 9 (“Rideshare Nightmare”)
Samantha Josephson was a 21-year-old USC senior just weeks from graduating and heading to law school when she was brutally murdered after getting into what she thought was her Uber. What followed was a horrifying crime that shocked the nation and led to “Sami’s Law.”
In this deep dive, we cover the full story: the surveillance footage, the investigation, the forensics , Nathaniel Rowland’s arrest, and the powerful legacy Samantha left behind through the What’s My Name Foundation.
Stop. Ask. Match. Inform. — SAMI
👉 Support the What’s My Name Foundation: whatsmyname.org
#SamanthaJosephson #UberMurder #TrueCrime #SamisLaw #RideshareSafety
Check out my website for links to my podcast, case suggestion form, and more.
danellehallantc.com
CHECK OUT MY NEW PODCAST
Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crime-bit-with-danelle-hallan/id1753129086
Follow my socials!
facebook.com/danellehallan
Instagram.com/danellehallanyt
tiktok.com/@danellehallan
BUSINESS INQUIRIES ONLY thehomegrownhallans@gmail.com
#truecrimeallthetime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #truecrimestories #truecrime #crime #crimenews
Disclaimer:
I strive to conduct thorough research before posting my videos. However, as the content often relies on news outlets, investigator speculation, journalists, and family members, there is a possibility of inaccuracies. If you come across false information, please feel free to correct me in the comments below. I aim to avoid spreading misinformation.
Please note that comments on this channel are the sole responsibility of the writers. The writers will bear full responsibility, liability, and blame for any libel or litigation resulting from their comments.
Full Trial Coverage Playlists & Major Sources
WLTX (News 19) Full Trial Playlist
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVT9unEDgvLGSLkC1P1sZWJlD4-BpwCfO
Court TV – Complete Trial Page
courttv.com/trials/sc-v-rowland-2021
WIS-TV Trial Coverage Hub (day-by-day articles and videos):
wistv.com/2021/07/20/video-trial-begins-suspect-accused-killing-uofsc-student-samantha-josephson
Pathologist Dr. Thomas Beaver Testimony
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article253034933.html
10 Biggest Moments from the Trial:
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article253036718.html
Sentencing & Victim Impact Statements:
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article253053583.html
DNA Evidence & Ex-Girlfriend Testimony:
thestate.com/news/local/crime/article252927518.html
Timeline of the Case
thestate.com/news/local/article228650489.html
Surveillance Video
youtube.com/watch?v=i3Vo1CsUm1Y
Arrest Bodycam / Dashcam Footage:
youtube.com/watch?v=-VTKYLYPyJ0
Columbia PD Press Conference (Body Found Announcement):
youtube.com/watch?v=_aezl8fJ0jQ
What’s My Name Foundation Official Website:
whatsmyname.org
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Samantha_Josephson
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/04/01/samantha-josephson-video-shows-her-entering-car-accused-killer/3329523002
People Magazine – Video & Early Coverage:
people.com/crime/video-shows-college-student-entering-car-she-apparently-thought-was-uber
See No Evil Season 9, Episode 9 (“Rideshare Nightmare”)
