Explore Videos
A man who alleges he was held captive by his stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan, for 20 years has publicly shared his account. Sullivan is accused of kidnapping and confining him in her Waterbury home since he was 12. He now identifies as "S" and aims to reclaim his life.
Gannon Stauch moved to live with his father and stepmother in Colorado Springs, expecting a fresh start, but this marked the beginning of a tragic series of events leading to his death.
Authorities discovered a child's murder at a home, leading to a complex investigation involving a father and step-mother accused of each other’s involvement. Police interrogations revealed conflicting accounts and evidence pointing to an unexpected killer, as the case progresses through the court system seeking justice for Jamaria Sessions.
Kimberly Sullivan is accused of imprisoning her stepson for decades in Waterbury, Connecticut, with neighbors describing chilling encounters. A former principal raised concerns about a malnourished boy, and authorities found records linking Sullivan to the case. She was released on bail pending trial.
On January 14, 2003, 17-year-old Jason MacLennan reported his father’s murder in Minnesota. Investigators initially considered robbery or murder but focused on Jason and his friend Matthew Moeller. Through interrogations, detectives uncovered a family crime, with Jason confessing to the killing, revealing a psychopath in plain sight.
Ashton Heier fatally shot his stepbrother Aaron Holmstrom on September 1, 2023, in Siren, Wisconsin. He claimed self-defense, but conflicting evidence and his inconsistent statements during the investigation cast doubt on his account, prompting questions about the incident's true nature.
Amber Wright, a teenager, lured her ex-boyfriend into a house, leading to his murder. Investigators focused on her interrogation to determine her involvement in the crime.
Brett Kelly, 18, became entangled in a scheme with his friend’s mother, involving his sister and a friend. They planned a fake money transfer, but Kelly’s actions escalated when he was sent to hold a woman hostage. His manipulation and lies during interrogation exposed contradictions, revealing the scheme’s dark turn.
Manuela Allen, a 49-year-old mother and teacher, was found murdered in her Olney, Texas home in 2019, with her body wrapped in blankets and 47 stab wounds. Her SUV, abandoned near a lake, showed blood and bike tracks. Investigators questioned her husband and children, who claimed to have been home, and focused on Julius Mullins, a teen with a burglary record and prior relationship to her daughter. Tire tracks from his bike matched those at the scene, leading to his arrest after interrogation revealed his role in the crime.
In Arlington, Texas, a pastor was murdered in his church, with the secretary surviving as the sole victim. Police investigated, relying on evidence and a pivotal tip to identify suspects. Interrogations, including techniques like the Reid method, helped unravel the case, though lingering questions remain about the motive and perpetrator's intent.
On January 12, 2022, a 16-year-old boy in Bunnell, Florida, was shot by a passing vehicle. The shooter, his best friend, was later identified by detectives, who learned the case sergeant had known the offender since childhood. A confession during interrogation and a co-defendant's breakdown led to a sentencing disparity, with the shooter receiving less time than the other involved.
On February 15, 2006, 18-year-old Jennifer Crecente disappeared. Her boyfriend, Justin Crabbe, was linked to the crime after witnesses reported his years of abuse and physical evidence placed him at the scene. During interrogation, investigators used the Reid technique to secure his confession, revealing he shot her execution-style after her diary detailed his torment.