Raise an eyebrow, be vigilant and prudent, but don't do THAT. That is the beginning of the route evil takes. Don't go witch hunting, there are many good people too, and many kids who need a mentor, or just a friend who is actually capable and willing to watch their back.
@@renovo8501 yes some people really don’t care and even think like well if happens happens, when you are a true crime fan you have seen so many mothers accusing and jealous of their own kid
I'm not sure, I cannot fathom giving up my kids. I was a single mum and could stretch a meal , shopped at thrift stores. Over 50 years ago being an unwed mother was hard with not much support. My dear dad helped a lot but the majority of care was on my shoulders. Those poor boys😢
I 100% agree! If it weren’t for Ricky coming into their life none of this would have happened and the fact that Terry trusted him is even sadder. You don’t really know someone like you think you do
This story fired me up. How unfortunate that people like this grown ass man can change little boys for the rest of their life and still have a possibility of getting out of jail. We need change.
HOW ARE THESE KIDS even supposed to be deciding "whats in their best interests" at sentencing??! Oh this is sick- and the jury finding them guilty, having them originally sentenced to over 20 years, AND having it be "justified" by claims of wanting them to be safe-- this is DISGUSTING 🤡
The defense attorneys should be disbarred. This is disgusting. They failed these kids in so many ways. The prosecutor was mad he failed on thw real problem so went after the victims🤬
Not to mention how the perpetrator was acquitted for his heinous crimes against those poor boys. The system and everyone besides their father failed them, they never had a chance SMDH
Right? Those boys were scared to death that they'd be convicted a second time. They were convicted once why wouldn't it happen again? They probably felt like they had to take a plea deal just to be able to get out of prison one day. This case was handled very badly.
Imagine being an adult and having to look at these two young boys while you send them to a men’s prison for the next 20+ years . Idk how you can just go on with your day
Wouldn’t they have them in like a Juvy until they come of age and then send them to the men’s prison? The whole situation is just sad, but I feel like I’ve heard of people usually going to Juvy first until they’re old enough.
Yea, I can't imagine sitting on a jury and thinking it better for 2 underage boys to go to a men's prison. We all know what happens to grown men when it's their first time in there and you want to throw fresh young meat in with those kinds of people? Nah, I have never served on a jury, but I have enough brain cells to know that is not going to be the best choice!!
Right? They were convicted once. How can anybody sit and say that those boys understood and willingly took a plea deal because they were guilty? They were scared they'd be convicted a second time. It happened once why wouldn't it happen again? That is so not fair to them.
I really really do not like the tone of voice that prosecutor is taking with this child who has been severely sexually & emotionally (& God knows what else) abused by that man. Have some freaking compassion.
Your face when you were saying “you guys take the fall and we can live happily ever after” was exactly how I was feeling. This is a crazy one, I feel so sad for those kids, oh my goodness.
I don't think they should ever have been tried as adults. They needed some type of intervention but NOT prison. And the hubris of the "mother" showing up at this point is unbelievable. She abandoned her babies! How can she show her face now? So so sad. The kid in the Larry King interview looked and sounded so intelligent and articulate it makes you wonder what could have been if they had grown up in a different environment.
The sorry ass mom has the nerve to show up after she abandoned her children 😡😡its her fault that they went through this. Those young boys went through a lot.
@@dachsrottweilerThe father let them go to a pedos house to hang out. He definitely shares some blame unless you think single dads are unfit to raise kids
I think the whole family was groomed… I think the father had his suspicions… but didn’t have any other willing support. Very sad case… praying for the oldest
They were children!! How do you try a 13 year old child, who has been abused by a grown man, abandoned by your mother and neglected by your dad as adults???
I don't think they were neglected by their father sounds to me like the father did his best with what he had. You must have never had to work for a living and can't spend every moment at home with your kids even if you wanted to!
@jamiehouston3473 first off, I didn't say he meant to. I said he neglected them. To the point that he gave them up for adoption. Why throw in " you must've never had to work for a living?" What the heck is that? No. I worked hard. I've been through hell and you don't know me. Be nice please. That was super unnecessary. Sometimes people do the best they can but their best isn't good enough. Obviously that's why he gave them away. I'm not judging him. I work with people who have lost their children due to their own actions. I work with kids who have been taken from parents who neglected them. I want nothing more than for these kiddos to be reunited with parents and live a happy life.
Ricky is at the center of all of this. These kids should never have been found guilty. Claiming that you are convicting them because you think it will be "safer" for them, that's? That's not how justice works.
When you hear there is an adult who lets all the neighborhood kids hang out at their place it usually spells trouble. Most adults would not do that. If it’s their child’s friends that’s different. He ruined their lives. Those poor boys never recovered from their ordeal, and could not move into a normal adulthood. So sad for both of them and their dad who tried so hard to give them a good life. The mom shouldn’t have even showed her face.
Girl! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and I’ve never commented until today. I have 3 boys (18, 16 & 12) and this story is heart breaking. Parents don’t realize just how vulnerable little boys can be…especially in a 1 parent household. My heart hurts for them. Love your stuff Christina! ❤
Wow Christina, this video legitimately gives me goosebumps. The way you share these stories is so helpful, informative, and helps me cope with this crazy world ❤ I myself know many dads who try their best and my husband is a victim of sexual abuse 😢. Thank you for connnecting and healing with us ❤
This is one of the saddest stories I've heard from you... seeing those little boys up on the stand, taking their plea. 😢 put me in tears- way to young to be in that situation.
Exactly they should have gotten mental health treatment not prison. They were so tiny and young. Plus grooming is so confusing to kids. This case shows how ignorant we were about child grooming and child offenders 24 years ago.
You've been posting right as I go on lunch, I go pick up my food, pick a shady spot (like tree shade lol) eat my lunch and watch! Thank you for another fun lunch hour!!!
😂 I love that you felt the need to clarify what kind of shady spot you were picking! 😂❤️ You know the community you are commenting to! 😂 Glad you picked a safe shade tree! 🌳 😉
I'm extremely dedicated to watchiyour vids. I have now gone exploring your channel because nothing new to watch and i just wanted to say I am so proud of the woman you have become. everything you went through was to make you the person you are Today. Stay blessed
I had to go back to the beginning to figure out which kid was Terry's. Great job figuring out who done it Christina, "IN YOUR OPINION!" Wish you'd go twice a week on RUclips!
I think you got the nail on the head with this one. Hands down agreed!! An adult manipulated the kids as a previous offender. Took advantage of their situation. I feel for these lovely boys and their father. Rip Alex and Terry.
@@monicabrill5821 yes greedy rich spoiled kids who killed their parents for money and thrn lied on theur father so they wouldn't soend the rest of their lives in prison.
Yes the father trusted what he thought was a friend that he knew nothing about! He had no idea that, that “friend was a sex offender” Truly horrific!! Those boys were 100% groomed, brainwashed and abused just a few doors down!! This character completely destroyed two little boys for life! And I just don’t understand how the justice system couldn’t see the truth!! Reminds me of a movie based on true events I just saw recently about a 14 yr old boy that was blamed for murdering his sister!! The interrogators had him to the point of confessing to a crime he never committed!! When in fact it turned out to be a homeless guy that literally walked into the house through an unlocked door! He had gone from house to house until he came upon the magic door!! The poor child would have to not only have to deal with his sister’s death and not being able to attend her funeral while being incarcerated, but the brutal badgering by the cops that had him confessing to a crime that he never committed. 🥺
@@dejaponder The Interrogation of Michael Crowe! It was the brutality of a young teen how they decided to target him!! I just saw it a few weeks ago!! Saw it on Amazon Prime!! Otherwise it’s 3.99 on YT, Apple TV and various other streaming platforms!
I remember when this happened. But i don't remember all these details. How on earth can a 12 yr old fall in love with a grown ass man. He was definitely traumatized and probably a type of Stockholm. Hearing this now, when i am older it just kills me. These boys were destroyed, and it makes my heart hurt. Thank you for always giving these stories with delicacy and heart. Yours is my favorite channel because you have been through it all and know how terrifying these things can be. Youe courage and ability to take accountability shows what a truly strong person you are.
I swear you can tell a story so good that i dont even recognize the story until we get into the thick of things. I saw this story on forensic files and until you got to the deep parts i didnt even realize it because you have a different angle of telling the same story. I feel like these kids were done and injustice. Poor kids were abused and groomed and ended up in jail and it wasnt fair. Then end up ODing is crazy to me. I just feel so sorry for them all around. They had a good dad but a sorry for nothing mom and it wasnt their fault.
Really love your content and how you tell a story with well researched facts and with empathy. Also love how you say “Don’t give hate to anybody, anywhere “. This case is heartbreaking and these boys were forever ruined by what their parents did in their formative years. That mother abandoning her children is so very sad. Then to try to come into their lives is disgusting. I think Ric did the mvrder and set the fire. He wanted that one boy for himself. Not sure how he was acquitted of the molestation.
Can you imagine the youth of today being exposed to so many things that kids shouldn’t be exposed too. A very sad and challenging life indeed. I prayed that Alex is now resting in peace and living the life he deserves in the other realm. And May Derick find peace and forgiveness and love and for himself and live his life and potential to the fullest.
My family and I lived down the road from them and he wasn't living in a trailer park. They lived in a old wooden house. Unfortunately I believe the boys took part in the murder if nothing else because there is a audio taped interview with the police of them describing the sounds of their fathers head being hit with the baseball bat. They both said it was Derek that did the hitting while Alex stood there and watched. I believe that piece of crap Ricky talked them into it and like you said, groomed them but they did take part. Also both boys complained about their father not even having a T.V. in their home. He probably couldn't afford it but told them it wasn't good for them. Also they had Ricky pick them up at the gas station down the street after the murder, which is so freaky because it was a gas station we all used around in the area we lived in. They went to school with my children and didn't have good reputations. I'm glad they didn't get longer sentences but it's sad how much they continued to struggle.
As soon as you mentioned his place was like a hang out for kids I knew exactly what he was!
Me too!
Always suspicious when adults want to hang out with children
Yup!
Same
Raise an eyebrow, be vigilant and prudent, but don't do THAT. That is the beginning of the route evil takes. Don't go witch hunting, there are many good people too, and many kids who need a mentor, or just a friend who is actually capable and willing to watch their back.
How is Ricky even allowed to be around children if he was convicted of child molestation? 😮
Exactly!!! Disgusting evil monster
Is incredibly weird how many pedo live like nothing is so disturbing
Because the parents of these kids Probly didn’t know. Or think to look this up
@@renovo8501 yes some people really don’t care and even think like well if happens happens, when you are a true crime fan you have seen so many mothers accusing and jealous of their own kid
I was just coming to comment that Ricky sounds like a groomer I’m only at 12:07 when I saw your comment. I KNEW IT!!
I feel so bad for the father😢, he was trying so hard to be there for his boys
Yup. Heartbreaking.
Very true, it’s scary to think a monster could come along and take them from you.
I'm not sure, I cannot fathom giving up my kids. I was a single mum and could stretch a meal , shopped at thrift stores. Over 50 years ago being an unwed mother was hard with not much support. My dear dad helped a lot but the majority of care was on my shoulders. Those poor boys😢
Yes, that poor dad needed help.
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I 100% agree! If it weren’t for Ricky coming into their life none of this would have happened and the fact that Terry trusted him is even sadder. You don’t really know someone like you think you do
even the son himself said if Ricky wasn’t in their lives Terry would still be alive
This story fired me up. How unfortunate that people like this grown ass man can change little boys for the rest of their life and still have a possibility of getting out of jail. We need change.
HOW ARE THESE KIDS even supposed to be deciding "whats in their best interests" at sentencing??! Oh this is sick- and the jury finding them guilty, having them originally sentenced to over 20 years, AND having it be "justified" by claims of wanting them to be safe-- this is DISGUSTING 🤡
I 100% agree
The defense attorneys should be disbarred. This is disgusting. They failed these kids in so many ways. The prosecutor was mad he failed on thw real problem so went after the victims🤬
Not to mention how the perpetrator was acquitted for his heinous crimes against those poor boys. The system and everyone besides their father failed them, they never had a chance SMDH
I agree!
Right? Those boys were scared to death that they'd be convicted a second time. They were convicted once why wouldn't it happen again? They probably felt like they had to take a plea deal just to be able to get out of prison one day. This case was handled very badly.
Imagine being an adult and having to look at these two young boys while you send them to a men’s prison for the next 20+ years . Idk how you can just go on with your day
Or sleep at night 🤯
I know it…I know someone personally that got sentenced to life at 18…that as well…just wrong our justice system is FKD these boys were groomed…
Wouldn’t they have them in like a Juvy until they come of age and then send them to the men’s prison? The whole situation is just sad, but I feel like I’ve heard of people usually going to Juvy first until they’re old enough.
Yea, I can't imagine sitting on a jury and thinking it better for 2 underage boys to go to a men's prison. We all know what happens to grown men when it's their first time in there and you want to throw fresh young meat in with those kinds of people? Nah, I have never served on a jury, but I have enough brain cells to know that is not going to be the best choice!!
@@Wobblewobble122yes, I believe that is how that works.
Wtf…is the judge really asking these boys if they understand what they are pleading too? I’m baffled beyond words…
Right? They were convicted once. How can anybody sit and say that those boys understood and willingly took a plea deal because they were guilty? They were scared they'd be convicted a second time. It happened once why wouldn't it happen again? That is so not fair to them.
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*Hands down, Ricky did this!*
*Ten toes down.. I stand on this! He should never be released!*
*These two boys were FAILED by everyone!*
🥺💔🥺
This
Yes, the boys were let down by EVERYONE. Shameful, I feel so bad for them, seeing them in those orange prison suits looking LOST.
“A full grown mechanic man” had me rollin 😂 Christina is so funny ❤
I’m glad I wasn’t the only one cracking up at that…she’s too funny! 😂
Very funny 😂😂
Lost it!!!!
I really really do not like the tone of voice that prosecutor is taking with this child who has been severely sexually & emotionally (& God knows what else) abused by that man. Have some freaking compassion.
Exactly!!!
Your face when you were saying “you guys take the fall and we can live happily ever after” was exactly how I was feeling. This is a crazy one, I feel so sad for those kids, oh my goodness.
I don't think they should ever have been tried as adults. They needed some type of intervention but NOT prison. And the hubris of the "mother" showing up at this point is unbelievable. She abandoned her babies! How can she show her face now? So so sad. The kid in the Larry King interview looked and sounded so intelligent and articulate it makes you wonder what could have been if they had grown up in a different environment.
@@deborahborne4861
*In MY OPINION SO NOBODY COME FOR ME.. she was clout chasing! Hence why she made contact with Rosie! 🤮*
@@taraharvey8123Rosie could have reached out to her, but still, yeah it's disgusting.
At least she was trying to advocate for them when they were agreeing to something they clearly didn't understand. It's the least she could do!
I agree 100%! Also, thank you for teaching me a new word (hubris). It's a good one.
The sorry ass mom has the nerve to show up after she abandoned her children 😡😡its her fault that they went through this. Those young boys went through a lot.
Its basically all her fault. If she wouldnt have left or at least resolved things better....so sad
@@dachsrottweilerThe father let them go to a pedos house to hang out. He definitely shares some blame unless you think single dads are unfit to raise kids
The root of the problem for sure!!!! No mother abandons their own babies!!!! These babies was failed at birth and the system is so broken!!!!
Exactly
She has the nerve to say “my children!” 😡
I agree with you Christina, Rick did it. What a sad story. Thanks for sharing
I think the whole family was groomed… I think the father had his suspicions… but didn’t have any other willing support. Very sad case… praying for the oldest
I agree
Think you've hit the nail on the head
I personally know the oldest in this case, he’s doing pretty good for himself and is really nice.
They were children!! How do you try a 13 year old child, who has been abused by a grown man, abandoned by your mother and neglected by your dad as adults???
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Sounds to me like literally every adult in their lives failed them miserably 💔
They absolutely did. Terribly sad, so so terribly sad. @@YourLoyalHighness87
I don't think they were neglected by their father sounds to me like the father did his best with what he had. You must have never had to work for a living and can't spend every moment at home with your kids even if you wanted to!
@jamiehouston3473 first off, I didn't say he meant to. I said he neglected them. To the point that he gave them up for adoption. Why throw in " you must've never had to work for a living?" What the heck is that? No. I worked hard. I've been through hell and you don't know me. Be nice please. That was super unnecessary. Sometimes people do the best they can but their best isn't good enough. Obviously that's why he gave them away. I'm not judging him. I work with people who have lost their children due to their own actions. I work with kids who have been taken from parents who neglected them. I want nothing more than for these kiddos to be reunited with parents and live a happy life.
They should not have been tried as adults.
21:17 Ricky is really smirking and happy that this kids saying he was in love with him
A real sicko
This is the first story in a while that made me weep. Like heavy tears. Those poor boys. Poor Alex. I cannot imagine.
Such a sad situation all the way around. Thanks for covering ❤
"you do everything you can, and you still feel guilty that its not enough." Girl, I felt that.
Ricky is at the center of all of this. These kids should never have been found guilty. Claiming that you are convicting them because you think it will be "safer" for them, that's? That's not how justice works.
Christina off topic, but the way you delicately handle hard topics, so much love from Ireland ❤
I agree! ❤
When you hear there is an adult who lets all the neighborhood kids hang out at their place it usually spells trouble. Most adults would not do that. If it’s their child’s friends that’s different. He ruined their lives. Those poor boys never recovered from their ordeal, and could not move into a normal adulthood. So sad for both of them and their dad who tried so hard to give them a good life. The mom shouldn’t have even showed her face.
Girl! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and I’ve never commented until today.
I have 3 boys (18, 16 & 12) and this story is heart breaking.
Parents don’t realize just how vulnerable little boys can be…especially in a 1 parent household. My heart hurts for them.
Love your stuff Christina! ❤
They killed their father!
Wow Christina, this video legitimately gives me goosebumps. The way you share these stories is so helpful, informative, and helps me cope with this crazy world ❤ I myself know many dads who try their best and my husband is a victim of sexual abuse 😢. Thank you for connnecting and healing with us ❤
I always get so excited when I'm notified you have a new one!
HORRIFIC STORY..... but the way you described Rick as
"A. FULL. GROWN. MECHANIC. MAN" made me giggle.
I think we need to listen to children and watch for signs of these things as a community so these situations are avoided.
Perfectly said
This is soooo sad, instead of protecting the minor victims, they were sent to jail? This is unbelievable!
They committed a crime!
This is one of the saddest stories I've heard from you... seeing those little boys up on the stand, taking their plea. 😢 put me in tears- way to young to be in that situation.
The boys needed therapy and rehabilitation not prison. Maybe their stories would’ve ended differently. Once you’re in the system it’s a vicious cycle.
Yes!!! 💯
Exactly they should have gotten mental health treatment not prison. They were so tiny and young. Plus grooming is so confusing to kids. This case shows how ignorant we were about child grooming and child offenders 24 years ago.
Nope, they needed to be in jail much longer!
Sad story 😢
You've been posting right as I go on lunch, I go pick up my food, pick a shady spot (like tree shade lol) eat my lunch and watch!
Thank you for another fun lunch hour!!!
Me too! On my break right now 😂
Same!
😂 I love that you felt the need to clarify what kind of shady spot you were picking! 😂❤️ You know the community you are commenting to! 😂 Glad you picked a safe shade tree! 🌳 😉
Same 😅
SAME! It’s my escape from my shift.
They had already struggled, but when Ricky showed up , he changed everything. For the worse. The devil has many faces ..
I absolutely love your videos, ur your voice and everything is amazing. I personally know Derek. you did an amazing job with this story. Thank you.
So excited for Fridays with you. Have a wonderful weekend. 💙☀️💕
I'm extremely dedicated to watchiyour vids. I have now gone exploring your channel because nothing new to watch and i just wanted to say I am so proud of the woman you have become. everything you went through was to make you the person you are Today. Stay blessed
This is such a sad story. I agree that Ricky did it and had the boys confess thinking they'd get a lesser sentence because of their age.
This whole thing is so sad. These boys didn't stand a chance. How heart breaking
Christina!! You had me gasping with every new detail!! This one is truly crazy case.
Disgusting. "Not totally sure what happened" means reasonable doubt. Heartbreaking case.
I'm SO addicted to your channel! Your posts are thorough & respectful.
I had to go back to the beginning to figure out which kid was Terry's.
Great job figuring out who done it Christina, "IN YOUR OPINION!" Wish you'd go twice a week on RUclips!
She does upload twice a week 😊
so two boys who were groomed was trialled as adults?!
Ikr?!?!!!😡😡🤬🤬
They killed their father, so yes!
Thank you for all your videos! These stories need to be told and you do it so respectfully and wonderfully ❤❤❤
I think you got the nail on the head with this one. Hands down agreed!! An adult manipulated the kids as a previous offender. Took advantage of their situation. I feel for these lovely boys and their father. Rip Alex and Terry.
Such a tragic story. 😢
What a sad story. Those kids didn’t stand a chance.😢
It kinda gives me Mendez brother's vibe. So sad 😢
@@monicabrill5821exactly what I was thinking! 😢
They killed their father!
@@monicabrill5821 yes greedy rich spoiled kids who killed their parents for money and thrn lied on theur father so they wouldn't soend the rest of their lives in prison.
Thanks for the upload! Your dedicated hard work is appreciated!!! ❤
I agree with all of your opinions on this case. So sad. I hope Ricky does not get out in 9 years. God bless you and your family. Love you girl. ❤❤❤❤
Love your compassion ❤ from Scotland
a movie could be made about this… smh so heartbreaking
Yes the father trusted what he thought was a friend that he knew nothing about! He had no idea that, that “friend was a sex offender”
Truly horrific!! Those boys were 100% groomed, brainwashed and abused just a few doors down!! This character completely destroyed two little boys for life! And I just don’t understand how the justice system couldn’t see the truth!! Reminds me of a movie based on true events I just saw recently about a 14 yr old boy that was blamed for murdering his sister!! The interrogators had him to the point of confessing to a crime he never committed!! When in fact it turned out to be a homeless guy that literally walked into the house through an unlocked door! He had gone from house to house until he came upon the magic door!! The poor child would have to not only have to deal with his sister’s death and not being able to attend her funeral while being incarcerated, but the brutal badgering by the cops that had him confessing to a crime that he never committed. 🥺
The story also reminds me of the Melandez brothers.
What movie???!
@@dejaponder The Interrogation of Michael Crowe!
It was the brutality of a young teen how they decided to target him!! I just saw it a few weeks ago!! Saw it on Amazon Prime!! Otherwise it’s 3.99 on YT, Apple TV and various other streaming platforms!
Wow, this was some story, just wow. My heart hurts for the father, Terry. Thank you Christina
I remember when this happened. But i don't remember all these details. How on earth can a 12 yr old fall in love with a grown ass man. He was definitely traumatized and probably a type of Stockholm. Hearing this now, when i am older it just kills me. These boys were destroyed, and it makes my heart hurt.
Thank you for always giving these stories with delicacy and heart. Yours is my favorite channel because you have been through it all and know how terrifying these things can be. Youe courage and ability to take accountability shows what a truly strong person you are.
Growing up in literal prison just made them more traumatized
I don't have the stomach for stories like this... geez😢
i love getting ready for work while listening to my girl christina!!!
I get super excited when I see Christina dropped a new video! My only wish is that you would truly do longer videos we love seeing your face
This story gives me Mendez Brothers vibe. So so sad. Those poor boys.
I swear you can tell a story so good that i dont even recognize the story until we get into the thick of things. I saw this story on forensic files and until you got to the deep parts i didnt even realize it because you have a different angle of telling the same story. I feel like these kids were done and injustice. Poor kids were abused and groomed and ended up in jail and it wasnt fair. Then end up ODing is crazy to me. I just feel so sorry for them all around. They had a good dad but a sorry for nothing mom and it wasnt their fault.
Thank you for the video.
I was literally stalking. Waiting for you to drop Fridays video. 😅
...
Stalking Christina 😅 You naughty girl
This hurts my boy mama heart so bad 💔
I read a book about these boys a long time ago. It’s so sad hearing about Alex’s passing
I am so upset about this I can’t even think straight.
Really love your content and how you tell a story with well researched facts and with empathy. Also love how you say “Don’t give hate to anybody, anywhere “. This case is heartbreaking and these boys were forever ruined by what their parents did in their formative years. That mother abandoning her children is so very sad. Then to try to come into their lives is disgusting. I think Ric did the mvrder and set the fire. He wanted that one boy for himself. Not sure how he was acquitted of the molestation.
That was heartbreaking to hear as a mom, thanks Christina for sharing their truth♥️
How can lunch hour listening to a story of someone losing their life be fun?? I love your stories Christina.
These poor kids were destined for chaos from the get go. This is such a sad story. God bless them and their Dad❤❤
I am so happy you posted a new video. Love from🇿🇦
Why did I tear up when you gave your opinion??? ❤
My gosh you are such a good storyteller!!
Your skin looks so beautiful today! This story is crazy! ❤
Love your content and appreciate all your hard work!!🥰😊🙏
One of saddest stories I have ever heard in crime stories. From the time they were born and on. Sad.
Chirstina calms me, makes me feel welcomed and loved❤
Very sad😢
I actually remember when this was on court tv back then. I felt sick because those boys looked so young and they were young.
So happy to see you!!! 😘😊
Best part of Friday work day...watching Christina and working...❤
This is completely devastating
Your insight is just so amazing! Thank you lady❣️
Geezzz, what a horrible childhood… and they were manipulated kids. What a shame.
I'm so obsessed with your consistency. I've been watching you for almost 4 years now. I'm glad I saw your clips on Facebook 😅.
I totally remember this!!!! It’s such a shame! Watched the trial
Crazy i just watched this case again and now your covering it
lol me at work watching this while doing paperwork 😂
Same 😅
Same!
Me too!!! 😂
Me too girl!!
Lol yep. I'm grooming dogs while watching 😆
Literally made my day when I saw you posted this video. Love you girl. ❤
You're the absolute best!
I’m with you 💯 on this! Love your content this is really sad.
Completely agree with your opinion. So so sad.
Can you imagine the youth of today being exposed to so many things that kids shouldn’t be exposed too.
A very sad and challenging life indeed. I prayed that Alex is now resting in peace and living the life he deserves in the other realm. And May Derick find peace and forgiveness and love and for himself and live his life and potential to the fullest.
They should not be charged!!!!! OMG! What is wrong with that court? Those kids need help not jail.... SO SAD
Heartbreaking 😢
My family and I lived down the road from them and he wasn't living in a trailer park. They lived in a old wooden house. Unfortunately I believe the boys took part in the murder if nothing else because there is a audio taped interview with the police of them describing the sounds of their fathers head being hit with the baseball bat. They both said it was Derek that did the hitting while Alex stood there and watched. I believe that piece of crap Ricky talked them into it and like you said, groomed them but they did take part. Also both boys complained about their father not even having a T.V. in their home. He probably couldn't afford it but told them it wasn't good for them. Also they had Ricky pick them up at the gas station down the street after the murder, which is so freaky because it was a gas station we all used around in the area we lived in. They went to school with my children and didn't have good reputations. I'm glad they didn't get longer sentences but it's sad how much they continued to struggle.
really needed this distraction today… keep up the good work❤
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