Cruel Summer: The Violent Death of Tiffany Valiante
When the body of 18-year-old Tiffany Valiante was found on railroad tracks deep in the New Jersey Pine Barrens in the summer of 2015, it was all too easy for police to label her death a suicide. More than a decade later, journalist Marie McGovern takes you inside a remarkable four-year investigation into the terrible tragedy that became a frightening mystery.
From Wavland and Street Smart Audio, Cruel Summer: The Violent Death of Tiffany Valiante brings stunning new perspectives on the case and the first in-depth examination of the life, times and horrific death of a young woman with everything to live for.
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Rule Out Homicide | Chapter 5
The spotlight turns onto the original investigation as someone at the scene comes forward to reveal what she saw that fateful night. Her account shocks everyone as other experts dispute everything in the official reports.
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2026-09-17Link to episode
The Download | Chapter 4
Like any teenager, Tiffany's cell phone was the center of her life. Digital detectives unlock Tiffany's phone. And what Marie discovers in the new download is frightening and begins to reshape the entire investigation.
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2026-09-10Link to episode
Secret Friend | Chapter 3
There was a secret someone special in Tiffany's life. She breaks her silence to reveal her friend's state of mind and cast more doubt on the decision to label her death a suicide.
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2026-09-03Link to episode
Summer of Silence | Chapter 2
Tiffany was popular, with a wide circle of friends. Marie is given unprecedented access to Tiffany's social media and reaches out to those who knew her best. She is shocked by what happens next.
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2026-08-27Link to episode
Into The Night | Chapter 1
For Tiffany Valiante the summer of 2015 was about enjoying the beach, the pool and parties before she left for college. But after a family gathering, she was found dead on railroad tracks. Marie retraces her steps that last night and is left with deeply troubling questions.
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2026-08-20Link to episode
Trailer: Cruel Summer: The Violent Death of Tiffany Valiante
When the body of 18-year-old Tiffany Valiante was found on railroad tracks deep in the New Jersey Pine Barrens in the summer of 2015, it was all too easy for police to label her death a suicide. More than a decade later, journalist Marie McGovern takes you inside a remarkable four-year investigation into the terrible tragedy that became a frightening mystery.
This 8-episode series debuts on August 20, 2026.
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2026-08-13Link to episode