Show notes
On Christmas Day in 2021, 18-year-old Ariana Ptarcinski suffered a fatal stab wound at her family’s home in Spring Hill, Florida. She died the following day. Her death was ruled a homicide, but in August 2023, prosecutors declined to file criminal charges, citing what they described as insufficient evidence of criminal intent. For this bonus episode of Voices for Justice, I’m joined by Aaron from the Generation Why podcast. Aaron has been speaking with Ariana’s father, Ed, and takes the lead as we discuss the circumstances surrounding her death, the questions her family has raised about the investigation, and their efforts to get justice.Ariana was a talented artist, a recent high school graduate, and a young woman making plans for her future. Her story deserves to be heard, and her family shouldn’t have to fight for answers alone. Please share this episode to help raise awareness. You can learn more about Ariana, follow updates about her case, and find ways to support the call for justice through the links below.If you have any information about Ariana Ptarcinski’s death, please contact the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office at 352-754-6830, or submit an anonymous tip through Hernando County Crime Stoppers at 1-866-990-8477.Listen to Generation WhyOfficial website | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Generation Why PodcastRemember Ariana and follow her caseJustice for Ariana Ptarcinski on FacebookAn advocacy page dedicated to raising awareness about Ariana’s case and seeking justice for her and her family. Hernando SunCommunity petition: “We want justice for Ariana Ptarcinski”A petition asking Florida authorities to pursue charges in Ariana’s death. Change.orgAriana’s obituary and tribute wallFor more information about the podcast and the cases discussed, visit VoicesforJusticePodcast.com For even more content or to further support the show, join the Voices for Justice Patreon.Follow us on social media:Twitter: @VFJPodInstagram: @VoicesforJusticePodcastTikTok: @VoicesforJusticePodcastFacebook: @VoicesforJusticePodcast Voices for Justice is hosted by Sarah TurneyTwitter: @SarahETurneyInstagram: @SarahETurneyTikTok: @SarahETurneyFacebook: @SarahETurneyYouTube: @SarahTurney The introduction music used in Voices for Justice is Thread of Clouds by Blue Dot Sessions. Outro music is Melancholic Ending by Soft and Furious. The track used for ad transitions is Pinky by Blue Dot Sessions.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
