Family of Lauren Smith-Fields, say that Cardi B speaking out, helped get a criminal investigation launched, into Smith-Fields’ death

Lauren Smith-Fields’ family credits Cardi B for the investigation starting

On social media, Lauren Smith-Fields has been a trending topic, for some time. People have been demanding justice for her, after her Bumble date gone wrong. Lauren Smith-Fields went on a date with an older white man, Matthew LaFountain. After the date, LaFountain claimed Lauren Smith-Fields was nonresponsive, after the date. But, people on social media believed he actually killed her.

Cardi B emerged as a major star, in the rap game, in 2017. Amassing a huge platform, Cardi B uses her voice to speak on a wide range of topics. Earlier this week, Cardi B spoke on Lauren Smith-Fields’ death, questioning Matthew LaFountain. This led to the investigation, which led to the arrest of the man who killed Lauren Smith-Fields. The family of Smith-Fields are grateful to Cardi B.

Lauren Smith-Fields’ family attorney, Darnell Crosland, spoke to TMZ about Cardi B. Crosland credits Cardi B for bringing awareness to Lauren Smith-Fields’ case. Darnell Crosland told TMZ that the investigation was launched on Tuesday, after Cardi B posted on Twitter. Lauren Smith-Fields’ family has thanked Cardi B for bringing awareness.

Lauren Smith-Fields’ family credits Cardi B for the investigation starting

This is sooo scary!!!A fictional murderer character but in real life!! Justice for Lauren.Connecticut you have failed that young lady!!! pic.twitter.com/hYce46KfYD

— Cardi B (@iamcardib) January 24, 2022