Crime Files: Deadly Obsession - Angela Bledsoe's murder, manhunt for James Ray [S2 Ep. 2] | News 12

She was a successful financial analyst who fell in love with a New York City attorney. From a distance, Angela Bledsoe and James Ray seemed like a perfect match. But behind the scenes, the relationship was stormy.
Angela Bledsoe and James Ray III were a New Jersey "power couple" who lived in a million dollar home in Montclair. But behind the scenes, Angela's family worried about Ray's possessive behavior. In a text, Bledsoe's sister said, "Angie, you need to get out of there." Ten days later, Bledsoe was dead. With no witnesses, prosecutors had to depend on forensic evidence to unravel the mystery.
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This News 12 Crime Files episode details the killing of Angela Bledsoe and the international manhunt that followed for James Ray.
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Crime Files: Deadly Obsession - the murder of Angela Bledsoe and the manhunt for James Ray | News 12

[@VeganVive]

Her poor parents! 😢 Very gentle, decent family. He is pure evil!

[@hotcakesjubaby7300]

Her parents are so adorable ❤😢

[@dawanapalmer1768]

This is why after losing my husband of 27 years I’m still single I’m so scared I may get something I’m not ready for may she rip

[@Faith-august..]

Angella was blessed to have such parents… sending love and prayers

[@MimiB1974]

After watching so many of these stories we all understand that there is no perfect relationship… right?

[@jennypham3998]

I have a perfect relationship. He s perfect.

[@Another_Look]

We understand that we should look out for danger signs earlier rather than later. Such abusive behaviour comes with red flags.

[@monifat2766]

Stories like this makes me wanna remain single. So sad

[@1985blkboi]

I don’t blame you. She was doing just fine before she met him, awful situation.

[@TRILLTALKTV]

something is not right, he was 60, and she was 44 for him to do that at that age seems off to me.

[@TRILLTALKTV]

@Tanya-wc4rn i agree, but to go that far at that age when he is successful, and they are not married and to kill himself has me smh

[@denyss3476]

@@1985blkboi That's why it so hurtful he did her harm, because Angela was a whole woman, with a good career, house etc, before he came along, so when i hear his attorney "a woman" say such bad things about her, it makes me sad how she could open her mouth in open court and speak badly about her. Would she want someone to be so disparaging about her family member, yes you have to represent your client, but you should also look at the evidence and show respect to the victim and her parents. But some people only see $$$$$..... Very sad this one!

[@tori2427]

@@denyss3476I looked at this lawyer and it was shocking to hear the lies coming from her mouth while her client sits there and knows the truth of what happened between himself and his child’s mom.

[@fashamoore9322]

This is a tragic story of possessiveness, mental abuse, selfish behavior, and a dangerous mindset - ultimately leading to the murder of an intelligent, beautiful mother, sister, daughter, and friend who sought a better life. This is heartbreaking. 💔

[@Myopinionmattersthemost]

Dating and getting pregnant by a married man and moving into his martial home is never an intelligent act.

[@sharri5412]

When I was leaving my husband I just lift - he knew when I AM getting on a flight for Europe ... i avoid confrontation with men

[@Msdee321]

I'm just the opposite, Flight or Fight... I'll fight, I'm a Fire sign and I'll bring the fire. Anit scared of any man except Jesus...

[@thankfulforlife2228]

​@Msdee321 AMEN! That's right Ms Dee.

[@VeganVive]

@@Msdee321 Darling! Fire sign here too 🔥🔥🔥but learning fast that some people are crazy! He who runs away lives to fight another day. It’s not necessarily cowardice but wisdom, especially when your opponent is unreasonable and obtuse. Yes, stand your ground and fight if you have the necessary arsenal, but when your military resources are running low, retreat and regroup. We have just one life. Literally YOLO!

[@karenf.8024]

@@Msdee321 Leaving does not mean a woman is weak, it means she is smart💕. Some men have deep seated issues of jealousy and rage, which a woman can’t fight. Jesus gives her a way out 💕

[@Msdee321]

@@VeganVive you’re absolutely correct. Believe me if they are crazier than me… I will step off. But I’m never scared because I’m covered by the blood of Jesus and if it’s my time to go… holla back! I’ll be with my father.

[@kyrabarr2846]

May this beautiful woman rest in peace and power. This is a cautionary tale Your relationship with God should not mean that you hurt, harm, belittle or control anyon,e A relationship with God should mean peace and freedom and more than anything compassion for other individuals. I am so sorry that this beautiful woman lost her life. Please anyone that reads my comment realize that God would never want you to hurt anyone. May Angela rest in peace❤🙏🏽🕊️ This story is really difficult to hear. Jealousy and insecurity can ruin your life 😔🙏🏽

[@gotrescuedauto3584]

AAAAAMMMMEEEEENNNNN

[@fadrawaller9976]

My Condolences to the family

[@TeashaMotivates]

Her mom is so sweet! So sad

[@kingjdmi344]

Such a sad story. I hope and pray their daughter will be able to go through life healed and able to live past this traumatic situation. NOW - Mrs. Bledsoe (Angela's mother) is a true saint and an example of what it means to "be like Christ" - even through your pain 💔 Hopefully, Ms. Angela Bledsoe, will rest in peace.

[@andigordon8397]

True - but the dad is probably Christ like but he's honest -- it does take time to forgive as a matter of fact many times it takes God to help us to forgive - prayers to the family 🙏🙏

[@VeganVive]

That defence attorney was vile. Shameless. If you have a strong case, you do not have to tarnish a victim’s memory to make a case.

[@ngozinwankwo5051]

🙏

[@mgbl2808]

James probably blamed Angela for ending his marriage. He did that himself. Her mistake was falling in love with him.

[@patriciaabraham9294]

As a woman or man we need to pay attention to the signs. Praying for her family 🙏

[@Msdee321]

so sad...my condolences to her family, may she rest in peace. ladies, all that glitters anit gold...We have to be very careful and prayerful about who we let into our lives.. Trust me, I know...

[@goudjomichel]

Stories like these are the reason why I know there are jobs I would never be able to do. Lawyer, policemen and so on.. like how stand up there and literally go back home as a lawyer knowing you defended someone like this???? like why??

[@ClaireJohnson-te4jd]

A very sad story.

[@msgee4058]

I actually live in Tallahassee where FAMU is located. I definitely need to check into her scholarship foundation. Condolences to her family 🕊

[@lillycham]

Such a coward 🤬😡

[@ShashVimi]

What I can’t understand why these so smart educated people are so obsessed, crazy to do such a horrible thing to their loved ones? Walk away life goes on . I guess as the saying goes can’t live with you and live without you “. To Angela RIP. To all women that had gone from this earth from spouses. Rest in peace!

[@denyss3476]

People can't always see what's going on in a family. Especially if the person is too ashamed to let the family know. Angela was a very independent person, so that's why she kept the emotional abuse to herself. Feeling she can handle the situation, but you can't be too independent to not realize you also need help sometimes. I pray that with the love of her family, and hopefully her uncle, she live a good life and isn't dwarf by what her father did. May she be guided by the light of God! I wish her success in all she does. God bless her. May Angela RIP. This was a very sad story.

[@ngozinwankwo5051]

This defense attorney is crazy

[@ICONICPARIS]

What did she EVER see in him?

[@Msdee321]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@ngozinwankwo5051]

Why didn't she leave even if it means leaving without anything

[@backyard-things]

Right?

[@salsasoul4112]

Trauma bond.

[@theeyeofthecoconutshell]

What a beautiful soul. May she rest in peace.

[@musicmakeuplover3025]

Beautiful ending God bless mom dad and sister of angela God bless her beautiful daughter grace peace protection ❤❤❤❤

[@bernfran1313]

So sad that that husband was so unhappy with himself that he would not just walk away or take just HIS life, no, he had to take the life of a beautiful person leaving behind a daughter who may continue to wonder WHY, WHY.

[@christabel4921]

Rather be on my own . Too much stress dealing with another person😂 Prefer living peacefully 🤗

[@discerningtruth6848]

There's nothing like the love, care and protection of parents for their daughter. Especially, when their daughter gets married and have grandchildren. 😊😢❤

[@Myopinionmattersthemost]

This man was a walking red flag. They began their relationship why he was still married. She became pregnant why he was still married. His wife left the marital home Angela moved in. This man definitely didn't value marriage. Once he found out Angela wasn't "faithful" to him and wanted to leave he couldn't take it but it was okay for him to cheat on his wife.

[@aubreybryan5332]

TOO many broken insecure man walking this planet this planet in Shadows and masks 😷

[@Msdee321]

@@aubreybryan5332 Amen!

[@islandvybz5245]

Truly heartbreaking. God Bless Angela's daughter and family ❤

[@mysteryof7]

This guy was an evil calculating demon. I hope his daughter grows to understand how wicked he must have been to harm her mother in that way, and not give him another thought.

[@ayanessa7879]

Poor kid, I hope she has a long, happy life.

[@sofantastic35]

I honestly don’t understand how women don’t see that these men are crazy

[@lizc.3142]

Omg this story brought tears to my eyes. Rest in Paradise Angela yor family have definitely kept your beautiful memory alive. 💜

[@talee4159]

Father!!Father Please Help Us!!!!My Condolences To the Family of This Beautiful Highly Intelligent Young Woman, I m so sorry for your Great Loss!!!May You Rest In Peace!!!!

[@tiaharris7768]

Beautiful and same time sad story 😢

[@aviss6175]

Does what he did make sense? Wouldnt it have been better if he had allowed Michelle to take the child and go to Florida and he could see the child regularly or even sometimes instead of doing what he did and running off to Cuba or wherever?

[@rubylimey7614]

It made no sense.....but he was irrational, evil n controlling. He did not want her to leave!🙏🙏🙏

[@ngozinwankwo5051]

Hmmm, everyone needs to be watchful and more alert. The heart is desperately wicked,who can know it!

[@lovehope3778]

Their daughter is beautiful. Praying for everyone.

[@lg3260]

Beautiful Family being a blessing to others during this difficult and traumatic period.

[@vidajohnson3712]

My deepest condolences go to her family.

[@ngozinwankwo5051]

Such a cold blooded monster. But why did he have to do that? Please parents in this kind of a case,call the cops on the behalf of your children!

[@chichiveloz7002]

I survived 22 years and leaving without a plan is a death sentence

[@WhatsyourIQ1]

A Psychopath could never be happy they always have to see a problem. Everything going great and he has to become the boogeyman, never fails.

[@vivosereni]

I hate lawyers coz of defending culprits who deserve jail.

[@andigordon8397]

😢😢😢😢😢😢🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 - may God heal this family........

[@shrandrasings8878]

Since that little girl lost her two parents so tragically hoping they send her to a good therapist.

[@bobbymckinley2017]

THAT'S WHY I BEEN SINGLE FOR YEARS I DIDNT WANT VIOLENCE ANGRY MAN A NASSICIST MAN ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO DEATH

[@tan9515]

Tragic 😢 Prayers & Blessings.

[@annlatson5922]

Some of these type of men need to stop trying to get someone to obey them when they cant obey God or the law.

[@albertareid8258]

I am so, so sorry about your 😢daughter 😢😢😢 how can he take away his daughter mom’s

[@Beauty-w3q3u]

Scary

[@KoolKitty23]

What a sad story to a beautiful life 😔 I’m so terrified of men, that instantly turn my head if one looks at me 😔 Rest in Peace Ms. Bledsoe 😢 You should still be here.

[@gigi4life423]

HE DID NOT ESCAPE THE WRATH OF GOD NOR HIS JUSTICE!

[@rayanthonylambert4070]

What a beautiful soul!

[@nacquiajohnson3456]

He was terrible- a terrible person

[@A4Natty]

Angela was foolish, she thought because she had education, she shouldn't take advice from others, she was confident in her own logic, but failed go see the truth from others. Driven women who are successful are one of the hardest to take advice.

[@NaturalJoy50]

I don’t want any man to tell me “he loves me to death”! No way!

[@aubreybryan5332]

A very ambitious and successful Lady marry a charming Narcissist. Narcissist doesn't want to know God because they like to be seen and admired. Beautiful lady fell hard for her biggest enemy. That man was exceptionally cold. He had no soul!!! Completely and utterly empty. He was jealous of Angela. He had no idea what Love is. A man cannot love anyone until he knows who God is and builds a relationship with God.

[@janelbest1522]

Angela's beautiful spirit lives on in her Beautiful daughter...

[@JoanPowell-f3j]

Yes we all know that most relationship are not perfect but it dont have to end in death trust me, but some people in relationship behave like them own the person and it happens both ways.

[@lindaappiah3882]

Listen....if I'm suspecting this would happen to me, all breadcrumbs will lead to that devil!!

[@talee4159]

Angela you have A Beautiful, Smart Young Daughter!!!

[@benniefreeman9451]

My Condolences to the family and friends of the victim!🕉️☪️🛐

[@pobinr]

Why add distracting music & noises? I'm here for information. Not noise

[@Kim-Berly200]

I swear I have never met a sane marine 😢

[@GregorySpikes-oy2xj]

Relationships 😢❤

[@JayDee-du6gt]

How did they get him from Cuba?

[@salsasoul4112]

Extradition.

[@tracitaylor2510]

I am watching this. It is so touching because it reminds me of me, so promising. This girl was so innocent ad married a freak! Black men going into law for one thing should raise a flag because most of them are not concerned about the law affecting them. Most go into law to proove a point, look the part for attraction but had some serious defects. Medicine too! You got to watch them. I almost lost my life as a young damsel to a man who changed up after going down south with him to settle down. Once I showed him I wasn't dumb it intimidated him and he controlled and abused me 14 years. The judge let him get away with everything and forced me out of my home away from my kids and caused me to live on the streets after this man abused me that long and then eventually cheated. Til this day as an AA it is hard to hold jobs, I live with my mother and I haven't seen my two boys which are in the Airforce. I have been shackled and thrown in jail constantly by men in the family who courts believe. They all were intimidated by my ability to reason. How do you go from abused , homeless,to shackled, homeless by the courts, like you never had a life. These people are crazy , there are more than just one James Ray in places you'd least expect.

[@bernitaewing7841]

Amennnnn

[@juanitajones6448]

RIP

[@GregorySpikes-oy2xj]

Lord have mercy he killed him self so sad he lost his self 😢😢😢😢😢😢❤

[@Wallaboss]

Let me tell you some women if you get successful, get your own business and have yourself together don’t put no man in your business just go out a day or something like that. If you need a man that don’t have no husband don’t have no boyfriend don’t have none of that because me, and are very jealous of women with, they got they all they really don’t need you being they are jealous of those type of women they try to bring them down. They try to store them so they won’t have nothing so they have to depend on them and they get the control so women are urge. You is best to be by yourself these days, I’m telling you.

[@MSSHARIII]

So sad but true.. It's quite risky out here!

[@ettarobinson8446]

There may have been some jealousy but he evied her for sure, and out of his own insecurities that envy became evil. 😱

[@GregorySpikes-oy2xj]

She was very very independent her parents taught her well 😅😅❤😂❤✊✊✊✊✊👊👊👊👊💚💖🙏🥰

[@userxxc]

This is heartbreaking because I dated black woman as a black man but married interracial but she was such a champion and a beautiful woman, I just wish she could’ve just been able to leave this social path. The guy is so nice and respectful in the beginning or the woman fails to see the signs until it’s too late.

[@tiffanyingram3444]

This is insane

[@GregorySpikes-oy2xj]

$$$ bunch of it with no problems in ones life can be too Strong can't handle it it ends up unfortunately handling us so sad 😭😢❤ too me bless her lord & him family friends ❤❤😢🌹

[@lawrencestallworth7633]

He went through the trial knowing he was going to take his life if he didn’t got found not guilty and he killed hi self on Father’s Day because he wanted his daughter to also think of the good times not just the terrible thing that he was accused of murdering her mother he definitely cared for his daughter but not enough to just walk away and leave mother and daughter and help raise the child without the mother.

[@AceDreamy-hb8lv]

A malignant sociopathic narcissist.

[@jameslewis8690]

MAN WHAT A SUMBAG .

[@BiancaCalhoun]

💔🫂💔😢

[@marthapena2900]

Why Mexico

[@GregorySpikes-oy2xj]

So sad 😢😭❤ of relationships jealousy obsesse😅 controlling both were successful but I think she were more successful in many ways not just $$ more than he was & he probably became too way over the mental lost of mind his mind forgotten his ow😢 self control & did the something too Deep 😢😢😢❤

[@jeninehill]

Did he hang himself?

[@lawistruth]

Bible verses - insulting?

[@PhillyDjHook]

Sure she wasn't an angel

[@stephanoverton5536]

HE'S AN OBVIOUS 👿

[@missmaria6423]

Wicked man😢😢

[@lucycarola]

That defense attorney was trying to loose. Making the victim into a golddigger NEVER works. I’m sure she knew that and if I’m right, then I salute her. 🫡

[@ngozinwankwo5051]

Such a cold blooded monster. But why did he have to do that? Please parents in this kind of a case,call the cops on the behalf of your children!