In this episode, Kat dives into the chilling story of the 2009 Thanksgiving massacre. What was meant to be a warm family gathering turned into a nightmare when Paul Merhige, an estranged relative, arrived unannounced and unleashed unimaginable violence on his own family. We’ll explore the details of that fateful day, the heartbreaking impact on survivors, and the controversial courtroom battles that followed. Join us as we unravel the shocking events and complex family dynamics that led to this tragic and unforgettable crime.
TRIGGER WARNING:
We want to let you know that this episode includes discussions of suicide, attempted suicide, and gun violence. Some listeners may find these topics distressing. Please take care of yourself, and feel free to skip this episode if these subjects might be too difficult to hear.
REFERENCES:
- https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/2010/03/05/hotel-owners-receive-100-000/7158817007/
- https://www.wftv.com/news/new-audio-released-in-case-of-man-accused-of-killi/286689730/
- https://www.yahoo.com/news/thanksgiving-massacre-2009-highlights-todays-130038254.html
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mflQceMq22Y
- https://www.mcclatchydc.com/news/crime/article24565705.html
- https://gizmodo.com/a-thanksgiving-tragedy-and-its-messy-aftermath-ripped-t-1744717642
- https://www.clarkfountain.com/blog/lawsuit-against-paul-merhige-kin-falls-through-the-palm-beach-post/
- https://www.wptv.com/news/region-n-palm-beach-county/jupiter/10-years-after-the-jupiter-thanksgiving-murders-a-family-remembers
- https://www.med.upenn.edu/ctsa/forms_ocdfacts.html
- https://www.gunviolencearchive.org/past-tolls
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- https://rainn.org/news/resources-survivors-stalking-and-cyberstalking
FOR HELP WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
- https://www.thehotline.org/get-help/domestic-violence-local-resources/
- IN HOUSTON AREA: https://www.bayareaturningpoint.org/
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