Oxygen investigates a perplexing case from Camden, Arkansas, in the two-hour special Southern Fried Lies. The program examines the suspicious death of a wealthy resident and the subsequent web of deceit that entangled the community. It airs April 27.
Here’s the Lowdown: The special focuses on the death of Matt Jacobs, a survivor of the Deepwater Horizon explosion who became one of Camden’s richest men. Suspicion arises when his will, leaving most of his fortune to Alex Herring, daughter of local figure Donna Herring, is found to be forged. The investigation uncovers more secrets, including a hidden relationship and other questionable deaths.
What This Means Now: Southern Fried Lies unpacks a true crime story filled with twists, including alleged fraud, potential foul play, and conflicting narratives within a small town. The special features interviews with key figures, including Donna Herring, Matt’s son Jordan, and law enforcement, providing different perspectives on the events.
The Bigger Picture: This program is characteristic of Oxygen’s true-crime content, focusing on cases with strong personal dimensions and community repercussions. Produced by Scout Productions and Cypress Trail Films, it aims to unravel a complicated story with lingering questions about what truly happened. The special also streams on Peacock starting April 29.
