In this episode, we dive into the shocking case of Diane Downs, a mother whose heinous crime shocked the nation. In 1983, Downs claimed that a stranger had attempted to carjack her and shot her three children in the process. However, inconsistencies in her story led investigators down a dark path, revealing a chilling truth. Join us as we explore the crime, the investigation, and the trial that captivated the country.
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