In 1995, 18-year-old Christa Pike was convicted of a brutal murder and sentenced to death. More than 30 years later, her execution was attempted, but something went wrong and she survived, bringing her case back into the spotlight and raising questions about what happens next.

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Join Annie as she breaks down what’s happening in true crime this week.

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In Part 2, dive deeper into Nichol Kessinger and the questions that have followed her since the Watts murders. From changing her name and disappearing from the public eye to the bizarre rumors and alleged sightings surrounding her, Nichol’s life after the case is almost as mysterious as her role in it.

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The Chris Watts case may be one of the most infamous family annihilation cases ever, but years later, there are still details that leave people questioning whether we got the full story. In Part 1, dive back into Chris and Shannan’s marriage, his relationship with Nichol Kessinger, and the shocking reason he is suddenly back in the headlines.

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In 2025, 16-year-old Sarah Grace Patrick called 911 after her mother and stepfather were found shot to death inside their home, but investigators soon began questioning whether Sarah knew more than she was letting on. Now, after multiple delays and a new piece of evidence involving the alleged murder weapon, Sarah’s trial is facing even more questions.

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