The Kinnear murder case refers to the 2008 homicide of Katherine Kinnear, a 25-year-old woman found dead in her home in New York City. The investigation revealed that she had been brutally attacked, leading to a significant police effort to identify the perpetrator. After extensive inquiries, authorities arrested David Smith, a former acquaintance of Kinnear. The case garnered media attention due to its shocking nature and the subsequent trial, which highlighted issues of domestic violence and personal safety. Smith was ultimately convicted and sentenced to prison for his role in the crime.