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Investigative reporter. THE MAN NO ONE BELIEVED (Aug. 5, 2025). Type Media Fellow, 25. Knight-Wallace Feller, 23-24. Ex: @AJC, @sfchronicle. Livingston winner.

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It’s lonely when you love someone in prison

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By Joshua Sharpe
| The Griffin Daily News Verified
Joyce Bell was 77 when her youngest son was arrested and charged with murder, in what he insists was a case of self-defense. In a time of life when many expect to find peace and calm, Bell, who is now in her early 80s, spends long hours trying to help her son, who struggles with chronic pain and PTSD, and has autism. She follows up on his postponed appointments and prescription issues. She talks to his lawyer and reads case records to prepare for his appeal.
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Ripple by The Washington Post

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By Joshua Sharpe
| The Washington Post Verified
Joyce Bell was 77 when her youngest son was arrested and charged with murder, in what he insists was a case of self-defense. In a time of life when many expect to find peace and calm, Bell, who is now in her early 80s, spends long hours trying to help her son, who struggles with chronic pain and PTSD, and has autism. She follows up on his postponed appointments and prescription issues. She talks to his lawyer and reads case records to prepare for his appeal.
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It’s lonely when you love someone in prison Original

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By Joshua Sharpe
| Georgia Recorder
by Joshua Sharpe, Georgia Recorder May 20, 2026 Joyce Bell was 77 when her youngest son was arrested and charged with murder, in what he insists was a case of self-defense. In a time of life when many expect to find peace and calm, Bell, who is now in her early 80s, spends long hours trying to help her son, who struggles with chronic pain and PTSD, and has autism. She follows up on his postponed appointments and prescription issues.
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