Susan Smith is an American woman who gained national attention in 1994 after the tragic deaths of her two young sons, Michael and Alexander. She initially claimed that a carjacker had abducted them, but her story unraveled during the investigation. In 1995, Susan was convicted of their murders and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Her case raised significant discussions about mental health, parenting, and the media's role in high-profile criminal cases, making it a notable event in American criminal history.