Ashton Sachs: "I just started shooting"
- Oct 16, 2016
- 2:19
- Short
Sachs, 19, tells investigators all about his twisted motives for murdering his parents, Andra Sachs and her ex -husband Brad, then going on to shoot at his younger brother and sister as well.
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Brief Summary
A young individual recounts a tragic incident involving violence against their parents driven by emotional turmoil and mental health struggles.
Key points
- A Night of Chaos. A young person recounts a night filled with confusion and violence.
- A Troubled Relationship. Exploring the complex dynamics with family, especially a strained relationship with a father.
- Desperate Choices. Faced with overwhelming emotions, a drastic decision looms.
Episode highlights
- A Troubled RelationshipExploring the complex dynamics with family, especially a strained relationship with a father.“Never really liked me, he was always mean to me.”1:51Oct 16, 2016
- Desperate ChoicesFaced with overwhelming emotions, a drastic decision looms.“I just thought I had to do it.”2:04Oct 16, 2016
