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30-year-old Jayna Murray was a bright graduate student at a prestigious university. While pursuing her 3rd degree, she worked at a Lululemon in an area full of high-end retail shops. The morning after she worked a closing shift, Jayna and her coworker, Brittany Norwood, were found tied up, bloody, and beaten in the back of the store. Brittany, the lone survivor of this brutal attack, tells a harrowing story of how two men broke into the store as they were closing up. This left Jayna dead and Brittany badly beaten. But as police went over evidence found at the crime scene, they realized it didn't match up with the story Brittany gave them. Pretty soon they realized, this so-called "survivor" was not who she appeared to be.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a woman fooled everybody into thinking she was a victim when she was actually a murderer.

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Bonny Lee Bakley had a pretty checkered past. She did whatever she had to do to earn money, even if it meant breaking the law. After awhile, she set her sights on what she believed could get her paid for life: having a child with a celebrity. 10 marriages later, Bonny meets, marries, and has a child with Robert Blake, a famous actor from the 60s and 70s.

But Robert wants nothing to do with Bonny. His knowledge of her past makes him not trust her, and he refuses to let her raise their daughter on her own. Their marriage is simply an arrangement for the sake of their child. So when Bonny is murdered the moment Robert steps away during a night out to dinner, he is the prime suspect in the eyes of police.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out if Bonny Lee Bakley's famous husband turned out to be her killer.

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26-year-old Melissa Sowders was raising her 4 children with her high school sweetheart-turned husband, Matthew Sowders. They had gotten married at only 16-years-old after Melissa got pregnant with their first child. Over time, the relationship ran its course and Melissa was ready to move on. Forced to sign over her rights due to financial issues, Melissa struggled to care for herself while trying to stay in her kids' lives.

With a new boyfriend in tow, Melissa spends her first Christmas without her kids. The next day, she meets up with Matthew to see her youngest child. But when Melissa disappears shortly after, police uncover a shocking affair and a secret pregnancy that all seem to lead to a tragic end.

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Christmas tends to look the same for every family. You open presents, you have dinner, you listen to music, and just spend time together. However, this wasn't the case for the members of the Downtown Posse. They were a group of young misfits who lived on the fringes of society. They were distant from their families, did anything for money, and didn't care who they hurt. So it meant nothing to them to carry out one of the most brutal killing sprees in Dayton, Ohio history during what was supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year.

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Ed and Minnie Maurin were two elderly Christmas tree farmers who owned a large tree farm in Washington State. They were known in their community as being loving, caring, and sweet to everybody they came across. Life for them was great; they had good friends, a great relationship, and a very tight-knit family. But as Ed and Minnie are set to host their annual Christmas party, their friends and family realize they're nowhere to be found. On Christmas Eve, a tip leads police to a gruesome discovery that nobody saw coming.

With so much evidence left behind, everybody expected the killers to be caught. But little did they know, this justice wouldn't come for another 30 years after a dark secret was revealed by someone close to the family.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how two beloved, elderly tree farmers were killed in cold blood just days before Christmas.

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The holidays are a time for family, love, and relaxation. Normally, the Wholaver family was excited for the holidays, but things were different this year. Jean and Ernest Wholaver made the difficult decision to divorce after 20 years of marriage. Ernest was forced to leave the home and move back in with his parents away from Jean and their two daughters Vicky and Izzy. But just months after the separation, Jean, Vicky, and Izzy were found dead in their home on Christmas Eve of 2002. As police look into possible suspects, they uncover a dark family secret that exposes someone close to the girls who seemed to have the perfect motive to kill.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a seemingly happy family imploded after years of lies, secrets, and abuse.

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Debbie and Sunil Eappen were hardworking, accomplished parents. Having 2 kids, one being a baby named Matthew, while working in successful careers can be difficult. They were overwhelmed and needed some help. So, they decided to hire 18-year-old Louise Woodward through a nanny agency in England. Longing to come to America and experience life, Louise seemed more focused on the nightlife of a new country than doing her actual job.

Her fun, although irresponsible, seemed innocent. That was, until Debbie received a frantic call from Louise that baby Matthew wasn't breathing. But when he arrived at the hospital, doctors realized his injuries tell a much more tragic story, with Louise being the prime suspect.

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Alexis Patterson was a bright 7-year-old little girl. She loved school, was very social, and very close to her mother. On a crisp spring school morning, Alexis walks to school with her stepfather, LaRon. But when she never comes home, her mother realizes she never even made it to class.

After interviewing teachers and students from Alexis's school, police learn of suspicious activity in the weeks leading up to her disappearance. Threats of student abductions, a strange truck being seen outside of the school only before Alexis went missing, as well as her teacher spotting her speaking to a mysterious woman, made it seem like somebody had been plotting on taking her. But when police find out they have a personal connection with Alexis's stepfather, LaRon, the investigation takes a turn for the worst.

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Imagine being married to the love of your life for 9 years and sharing 2 children with him just to find out he was cheating on you with a teenager. Kathleen Savio was happily married to veteran cop Drew Peterson. That was, until, she found out he was secretly dating 17-year-old Stacy Peterson. After getting married, Drew and Stacy began their life together just a block away from Kathleen.

But as tensions increase between the three, Kathleen turns up dead. Her death was ruled an accident and the case was closed. That was, until, Stacy went missing too. While police searched for her, they began to uncover shocking details that seemed to tie Drew to Kathleen's death and Stacy's disappearance.

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Visiting one of the most beautiful national parks in America can be an amazing experience. The beauty of Yosemite National Park in California attracted Carole Sund, her daughter Juli, and her friend Silvina Pelosso who was visiting from Argentina. They were so excited to go and couldn't wait to spend time together. But when they failed to show up for the second leg of their sightseeing tour, their families grew concerned, realizing that they hadn't heard from them in hours. As police rounded up suspects they came across a handsome, friendly handyman who worked at the motel the girls were staying at. Police were confident he wasn't involved, until another woman turned up missing just miles from Yosemite Park, and Cary's car was spotted at the scene.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how 4 innocent women fell victim to the devil in disguise.

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Do you ever wonder what people will reveal with their last dying breath? At that point, they have nothing to lose. So, they end up baring their soul, and the people left behind are the most affected when the truth is revealed.

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Have you ever wondered about the true story behind the very popular horror movie franchise Halloween?

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Halloween is such a fun time for children. You get to dress up, hang out with your friends, and eat free candy. Only you have to be careful because the candy is from strangers. Back in the 70s, you didn't have to worry about your candy being poisoned. That was until Ronald Clark O'Bryan came along.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how one man's selfish decision ruined Halloween for his kids and others forever.

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Having a twin is a different experience. You have somebody that understands you without even having to speak a word. You look alike, you speak alike, and you even move alike. But what happens when you and your twin are a little too close? You're so close, that nobody outside of the two of you exists, not even your own family. You even make up your own language to further isolate yourselves from everybody. Only you both hate living this way. You feel trapped in a prison that you helped create, and the only way out is for one of you to die.

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Have you ever wondered about the true story behind the cult classic horror movie The Amityville Horror?

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If your neighbor was your worst enemy, would you move? Or would you stake your claim in the neighborhood and stand your ground? What if your neighbor refuses to budge, and continues to antagonize you and your spouse? As you become more uncomfortable where you live and the tension builds, would you still stay? You continue to weigh this choice for weeks, only you won't even get the chance to decide for yourself.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a man seals the fate of his next-door neighbors in a way nobody saw coming.

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Carla Stefaniak was a young, free-spirited person. She lived life to the fullest and she absolutely loved to travel. For her 36th birthday, she really wanted to go to Costa Rica and tour every city. On the last night of her vacation, which she was spending alone after her travel companion had to go home, a horrible storm hits and the power goes out. It was in this darkness that Carla would realize that she's not as safe as she thought she was.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a confident tourist was preyed on by the person who was supposed to keep her safe.

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Growing up, Disney was seen as the place everybody wanted to be. It seemed to possess a magic that couldn't be felt anywhere else. But beneath the surface, lies something far more sinister. It's something that Disney will go to great lengths to cover up no matter who or what stands in their way.

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Heather Turner was a bright and beautiful person. She was a loving mother, an amazing friend, and she loved life. After accidentally falling in love with who she thought was her prince charming, she found herself trapped in a controlling and abusive relationship. Isolated from her family and friends, Heather found solace in a coworker who she shared a deep bond with. But after her "husband" found out and his attempts to get her fired didn't work, some believe he resorted to the unthinkable. Only he would paint a very different picture to the public.

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Being a young girl comes with a lot of challenges. Most of these challenges center around insecurities relating to yourself or the people around you. This was the case for 18-year-old Emmalyn Nguyen. Although she was young, she made the decision to get breast surgery to boost her self-image. But after being administered anesthesia and carelessly left alone by 2 members of medical staff, she stopped breathing. Twice. By the time she was revived, it was clear she would never be the same.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how the negligence of a renowned surgeon and his anesthesiologist cost the life of a young girl.

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When your community is grappled with racism and prejudice practices at the hands of people you have to interact with frequently, tensions can rise. This was the climate of the South Central region of Los Angeles in the late 80s and early 90s. Things would only get worse for the black community when a black man is beaten by police on camera, and a teenager, Latasha Harlins, is killed by a storeowner after being falsely accused of stealing. Neither of them got justice for what happened to them, and the city of Los Angeles quickly devolved into chaos.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how the biggest civil disturbance in the 21st century all began with the death of an innocent, 15-year-old girl.

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Living in a rough neighborhood can be scary. But, you love your neighbors, and all of your friends and family are close by. It's your home, even though the streets are ruled by violent gang members. This was the case for the Alexander family. Kermit, the oldest of his 11-sibling family, became an NFL player and decided to get out of his dangerous neighborhood. His siblings followed suit, but his mother refused. She was attached, and wanted to improve her community. But with gang violence on the rise, this would prove to be an impossible task. Little did she know, her and her family would fall victim to the growing danger right outside their front door.

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Imagine having your dream job as a professional wrestler. You love your job and you have thousands of adoring fans. You can't wait to get in the ring every night and do what you love. Over time, you start to plan for your future, and you decide to invest in the business you're working for. You want to transition to working behind the scenes and start having more of a say of what goes on. Your first order of business? Getting rid of a fellow wrestler whom you can't stand. Unfortunately for you, he happens to be the creative director of the company, and the best friend of the owners. Soon after they all get word that you plan on getting rid of one of their own, a tragic accident occurs right before your match that you never saw coming.

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Going out on the 4th of July is what almost every person does. It's a great time to unwind and enjoy summer. Natalie Jones couldn't wait to get out of town and hang out with some friends at a party for that day. Being a single mom can be tough, and she was looking forward to getting some alone time. But when she never made it home after the party, her family got worried. There was no sign of her in over 3 months, until her hot pink car was found in a wooded area on the side of the road. What police found inside was something they never expected. Natalie's family, along with the public, suspected that there was something more going on behind the scenes after police refused to look at Natalie's suspicious ex-boyfriend, who appeared to have personal ties to law enforcement. To this day, her case remains unsolved.

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When Ally Kostial arrived at her dream school, Ole Miss University, she was set on meeting great people. But what she really wanted was to find a soulmate. Ally had been longing for love, and she believed she found that in Brandon Theesfeld, a fellow student from Fort Worth, Texas. Ally was head-over-heels for Brandon, and she wanted to take their casual relationship to the next level. For some reason, Brandon didn't see their relationship that way. He wanted to keep things as they were. But when Ally sends Brandon a picture of an inconclusive pregnancy test, things get even more complicated between them. Little did Ally know, her and Brandon's differing opinions on what to do about the possible child would seal her fate.

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If your husband was cheating on you, would you want to know? Or would you want to live in ignorant bliss? Bianca Rudolph claimed to know nothing about her husband Larry's affairs, but her personality seemed to dim as time went on. They continued to work on their marriage by going on special safari trips to Africa to hunt and spend time together. Things appeared fine between them. That was, until, a shot rang out from their small cabin in Zambia, Africa, leaving Bianca dead. Larry explained her death as a mere accident, claiming she shot herself while trying to pack her gun away. But as Larry moves on with his mistress-turned-girlfriend, Lori, the people around them can't help but wonder how quickly she took Bianca's spot. The rising suspicion prompted the FBI to take another look at Bianca's death, and what they found unraveled Larry's story, making him and his mistress the prime suspects.

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Being an adult isn't always easy, especially when you have kids to raise. Tamla Horsford had six. She stayed home to raise them while her loving husband went to work to support his family. On rare occasion, Tamla would get to go out and get some time to herself. She got this chance when the mother of a fellow teammate of her son invited her to her house for a sleepover with a few of her friends. Tamla didn't know most of the women there, but decided to go anyway and have some fun. Little did she know, she would never come home.

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Growing up on the south side of Chicago can be difficult. Knowing somebody whose been affected by gun violence is normal, drugs seem to be ravaging the streets, and supporting a family seems to be next to impossible. To make matters worse, getting caught in the crosshairs of gang violence is an everyday thing. 11-year-old Yummy Sandifer was a young kid with very little guidance in life. With 9 siblings, his father in prison, and his mother struggling with addiction, he was forced to live in a children's shelter after being placed with his grandmother didn't work out. After running away from the shelter, Yummy dropped out of school and began roaming the streets. It was there that he fell right into the lap of a gang leader. He began stealing, fighting, and even carrying a gun all before he became a teenager. But when Yummy was ordered by a gang leader to carry out a hit against a rival member, he botches it and accidentally kills an innocent person. Little did he know, this would mark his fate.

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New Years Eve is supposed to be a time of joy, care-free fun, and a chance to reset. Ben Smart and Olivia Hope were two young, fun-loving friends who couldn't wait to go out on New Years Eve. They spent their day hanging out with friends before meeting up at the biggest New Years Eve island party in town. Their night went great, even though they left the party without anywhere to stay. After boarding a water taxi in the wee hours of the morning searching for a place to sleep, they were offered a place by a stranger. Sleepy and ready to go, they decide to accept his offer, get off of the water taxi and onto the stranger's boat. After this, they we never seen again. As the investigation unfolds, police are given witness accounts of what this stranger and his boat looked like. But police decided they had their suspect, and he looked nothing like what anybody had described. Police even went so far as to tell witnesses what they saw didn't exist.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how police may have convicted the wrong man while desperately trying to find justice for two young victims.

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Being a journalist will take you to the corners of the Earth chasing for the perfect story. Kim Wall did everything she could to find the story behind the story. There were no limits to what she could accomplish, and she boldly followed her passions. Kim's daring nature led her to pursue an interview with an oddly eccentric inventor who lived just steps away from her. Well known in their town, Peter Madsen was seen as a very intriguing person who brought to life the fantasy of building rockets and submarines for personal use. What was supposed to be a lucky opportunity for Kim to ride in the submarine while getting an exclusive story from Peter himself, turned out to be a living nightmare. Over time, this seemingly harmless inventor was exposed for having a violent sexual history by videos found on his hard drive and other women who had fallen victim to his sexually deviant behavior.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a promising, young journalist was brutally murdered doing what she loved by a man who was able to hide the darkest sides of himself.

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Imagine going to your daughter's apartment after not hearing from her for a few days. Imagine finding a note on her door with a phone number saying to call it if you're looking for her. Imagine calling this number only to be met with your daughter's landlord, who tells you that she passed away just the day before. Imagine the shock you would feel finding this out from a handwritten note taped to her door, and not from an officer who contacted you personally to tell you this horrible news. Imagine calling the police yourself for more information, only to be hung up on and not contacted for another 2 weeks. Imagine during this time, there's no investigation going on with regards to your daughter's death, even though her date that she had just met was the last person to see her alive. Imagine this person not being investigated as a suspect and no evidence being collected to build a case against him and he is let go.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a health-conscious, 23-year-old girl died under mysterious circumstances and the police blamed it on her.

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Moving across the country in your early 20s can be exciting and scary at the same time. Taking the time to grow and live in a city completely different than where you're from can feel liberating. 24-year-old Chandra Levy was working towards her Master's Degree, finishing up her last requirement for graduation at a Washington D.C. internship. Right before she was set to return home to attend her graduation, she failed to call her parents to make her flight arrangements. After not hearing from her for days, her parents make the trip all the way from California to find their daughter. For a minute, there were no leads. That was, until, Chandra's parents discovered she was having a secret relationship with a well-known politician. Soon, police get ahold of Chandra's laptop history and are led to search a huge park in Washington D.C. What they failed to find in the weeks following Chandra's disappearance would be found a year later along with other clues. After the conviction and eventual release of who police thought was responsible for her death, there are still no answers as to what happened to her.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a young graduate student's murder has gone unsolved for over 20 years.

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From a young age, Molly Martens struggled with mental and physical health issues. She aspired to become a doctor to help others. Unfortunately, this proved hard to accomplish. After dropping out of school, Molly was desperate to please her privileged, well-accomplished family. Unable to find anything that piqued her interest enough to pursue, she decided to take a leap of faith and moved to Ireland after accepting a job as a live-in nanny for a man named Jason, who was recently widowed with two young kids to raise. Their relationship quickly turned personal, and the family moved to the United States where Molly and Jason got married. Soon after they wed, cracks started to show within their relationship. Molly claimed to have suffered from daily verbal and physical abuse at the hands of Jason, who had become much more aggressive and controlling as time went on. Things came to a head on a hot, summer night, when Molly claimed to have gotten into a physical fight with Jason, that resulted in her father killing him. But when police investigate the scene, the evidence suggests that there may be more to the story.

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Imagine graduating college at the top of your class studying something you're really passionate about. Then, you get into the grad school of your dreams very easily because you're just that smart. It seems like your life is falling into place and you're one step closer to getting your dream job. Your family is tight-knit and full of scholars, and they couldn't be more proud of you. You talk to them everyday, especially your mom, and your college is only an hour from them. So, you can see them as often as you want. What more could anybody want? If you had all of this and went missing, only to be found dead just a week later, what would you want the public to know? Was it an unfortunate accident, or is something more sinister going on that police haven't been able to prove?

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Living in an apartment as a young woman can be so freeing. The independence that most people crave finally becomes a reality. Miya Marcano moved away from home, excited to start a new journey in college and live on her own. She even got a job working in her apartment building to get to know people a little better. But somebody who worked at the apartment building wanted to get to know Miya a little too well. What started out as an innocent meeting turned into a months-long obsession filled with emotional text messages and hundreds of dollars being sent in hopes of getting a date. As Miya began to pull away from her not-so-secret admirer, he would become more and more unhinged. Unfortunately, he had unlimited access to her apartment due to his employment status. So when Miya turns up missing, her friends and family know exactly who did it.

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If you were a pilot and struggling with suicidal thoughts, would you tell your boss knowing it could end your career but save the lives of others? This was the decision that 27-year-old Andreas Lubitz was left to make. Only he chose wrong. What was more wrong was the fact that he was even given the choice. His doctors knew what he was going through, yet it was left up to Andy's to tell his bosses. Since he didn't, he continued to fly even though he no longer fit the medical qualifications to do so. As time went on, Andy's mental health began to decline, and the people around him were completely unaware. Nobody knew just how much he was suffering until March 24, 2015, when he made a horrible decision that cost him and 149 other people their lives.

Take a DEEP DIVE to find out how a promising young pilot turned his last flight into a suicide mission.

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Mental Health Issues- 3:50
The Crash- 16:28
The Aftermath- 22:09

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We all probably know at least one person who seems to have everything together. They're on top of their stuff, everything in their life seems planned out perfectly, and they get everything done that they need to. They appear to be strong, no-nonsense, and never take a break. But do you ever think about what it takes for them to keep this up? The dedication, the time, and the mental strength all come into play. Add in having kids to take care of while working full time. This was life for Diane Schuler. She did everything for her kids and left little time for herself. Everybody who knew her saw how great of a mother she was and how involved she was in her kids' lives. So when Diane crashed her van with her kids and nieces inside after driving down the wrong side of the highway, her friends and family assumed she suffered a medical emergency that impaired her vision. But when the toxicology report comes back that her Blood Alcohol Content was twice the legal limit, nobody could believe it.

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Timestamps Diane Schuler Background- 1:22
The Last Camping Trip- 3:30
The Accident- 12:30
The Aftermath- 21:30
Theories- 30:05
Lawsuits- 33:55
Legacy- 43:43

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Boxing has always come with a risk of brain damage and health issues. Over time, the hits you receive as a boxer can take their toll on you. So, it's no surprise that certain types of punches are banned so as to not speed up the process of this deterioration. But what do you do when these illegal punches aren't corrected during a match? Do you keep fighting or do you decide to play dirty too until he stops? What do you do when the referee calls your illegal punches but not your opponents? This was the reality for undefeated boxer Prichard Colon. He was stuck and in pain, and it seemed like everybody was against him, including the referee. Prichard tried to tough it out, but it was clear that his physical condition was deteriorating. As time went on, his condition would only get worse. Little did he know, this fight would be his last.

Take a DEEP DIVE to find out how a promising, young boxer's life changed forever after a fight that should've never happened.

Timestamps

Prichard Colón Background- 1:26
The Last Fight- 5:25
Prichard’s New Life- 15:35
What Happened to Terrell?- 19:30

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Every child remembers riding around the neighborhood on their bikes with their siblings or friends. You felt free, you could go as fast as you wanted, and you could do it for hours without getting tired. Most parents, however, usually have two rules when it comes to riding your bikes: Don't go too far and stay together. This is what Donna Williams told her two kids, 9-year-old Amber Hagerman and 5-year-old Ricky Hagerman. They agreed to follow these rules and set off on their bike ride. But kids will be kids, and they decided to push the boundaries a little. Ricky, afraid of getting in trouble, decided they should head back to the neighborhood, as they had strayed away from where they were supposed to be. Ricky heads back to his grandparents' house, assuming Amber was right behind him. All seemed normal and Ricky felt like they had dodged being caught. That was, until, he turned around and realized he was in his grandparents' yard alone. Amber was nowhere to be found.

Take a DEEP DIVE to find out how a young girl's tragic kidnapping and murder inspired the creation of a revolutionary database dedicated to finding missing children.

Timestamps:

Amber Hagerman Background- 1:00
The Abduction- 5:20
Amber is Found- 14:40
The AMBER Alert is Born- 25:20
Present Day- 29:24

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Going on a trip alone as a young woman can be intimidating. Oftentimes, women are seen as being more vulnerable, especially when they're alone. 21-year-old Elisa Lam's parents feared that their daughter would be viewed this way and taken advantage of during her solo trip to California. Despite her parents' concerns, Elisa was determined to get away from the stress of school and take some time to herself. But when Elisa failed to check out of the infamous hotel she was staying at, The Cecil Hotel, and never contacted her parents, they decided to report her missing. There were no leads on where Elisa may have been. That was, until, police discovered surveillance footage of Elisa from inside an elevator in the hotel. Her strange behavior seemed to suggest that something far more sinister was going on.

Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a trip to the West Coast turned into a cautionary tale of the risks of a mental health crisis.

Timestamps

Elisa Lam Background- 3:13
History of the Cecil Hotel- 5:00
The Last Trip- 9:30
The Elevator Video- 11:40
Elisa is Found- 15:45
Elisa’s Mental Health- 21:12
Theories- 26:20
Elisa’s Legacy- 33:10

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The music industry seems to be almost impossible to break into. Especially when your genre of music is dominated by the gender opposite of you. Your product has to be consistent and really special to stand out against everybody else's. Selena Quintanilla's father struggled sometimes to raise their family. But when he heard her sing, he knew he could turn her into a star. With her brother and sister right behind her, the band Selena y Los Dinos was born. After a lot of dedication and late nights, the group began to see success. Selena was on the rise, and she was primed to become the next big thing. So much so, that a woman approached her father about starting a fan club for Selena's brand. Her fandom was only growing, and she wanted to bring them closer to Selena. But what the Quintanilla family didn't know was that this woman, Yolanda Saldivar, had been plotting all along to get as close as possible to Selena, who she was secretly obsessed with. Nobody had any idea what she was up to, until thousands of dollars were missing out of the fan club bank account.

Take a DEEP DIVE to find out how a young, beautiful star was betrayed by the person she trusted the most, and paid the ultimate price for it.

Timestamps

Selena Quintanilla Early Life- 1:28
Selena’s Music Career- 2:55
Yolanda Saldívar- 8:10
Selena On the Rise- 9:08
Yolanda is Caught- 17:50
Selena’s Tragic Murder- 22:00
Selena’s Legacy- 33:50

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Have you ever had a family member who you weren't related to, but they're so close to your parents that they're pretty much another aunt/uncle? This was the case for Hannah Anderson. Hannah, being a 16-year-old girl, liked having an uncle like her dad's best friend, Jim. He allowed her and her friends to have parties, drink, and gave her rides wherever she wanted. Hannah could pretty much do whatever she wanted at his house. Jim seemed to be the coolest adult to have around. That was, until, he made a comment towards Hannah that left her feeling very uncomfortable around him. After this, she stonewalled him. She ignored his texts, became standoffish when he came around her family, and stopped going over his house. Take a DEEP DIVE to find out how one man's desperate attempt to corner the underage object of his desire resulted in tragedy for her entire family.

Timestamps:

Hannah Anderson Background- 1:08
Jim DiMaggio Background- 2:22
The Grooming Begins- 4:36
The Kidnapping and Murders- 10:10
In Her Own Words- 20:00
The Impact- 36:15

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Being on vacation is like being in an alternate reality. You get a break from your everyday life of working and stress. You get to party, have fun, and not worry about any responsibilities. This is what Shanquella Robinson was looking forward to when she took a trip to Mexico with seven other people. She couldn't wait to let loose, enjoy herself, and stay in a luxury villa. But nobody expected that she would never come home. When the seven people Shanquella went to Mexico with came home with differing stories about what happened to her, people began to suspect that they may have been involved in her death. These suspicions grew even more when a video was released of Shanquella being brutally attacked by one of the seven, as well as an autopsy that seemed to explain the injuries she may have sustained from that attack. Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how a young woman's mysterious death seemed to lead back to her so-called "friends".

Timestamps:

Shanquella Robinson Background- 00:54
The Trip to Mexico- 2:40
The Video and Autopsy- 15:20
New Evidence- 25:05
Shanquella’s Legacy- 29:00

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What would you do if your jealous, estranged brother randomly showed up on the boat that you had been living on with your girlfriend for weeks? What would you do if he asked to crash with you for a few weeks? What if he never left? What if the whole reason he showed up in the first place was to squeeze more money out of you because you're a millionaire? What would you do if he knew your boat would be the perfect venue to isolate you and make it so that nobody would ever be able to find you? What would you do if he left no witnesses, left the boat, and tried to assume your identity? What if he used your identity to take control of your large bank account while you were missing in the middle of the ocean? Take a DEEP DIVE into crime to find out how Bison Dele's brother did just that, and never faced the consequences.

Timestamps

Brian (Bison Dele) Williams- 00:50
Serena Karlan- 7:00
Bison Meets Serena- 7:50
Miles Dabord- 10:00
The Last Sail- 12:45
Miles on the Run- 23:00
No Answers- 33:00

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