Episode 242
- Jun 11, 2023
- 1:03:38
- Full Episode
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An unexpected crime in central New York state by the unassuming David Renz would send a town into a frenzy and a man named Bill Cregg on a mission. When he cradled Lori Bresnahan in his arms as she lay dying he made her a promise to protect her little girl.<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
A mother and daughter are attacked in Clay, NY; a bystander helps save the daughter while the mother tragically dies from her injuries.
Key points
- A Life-Changing Decision. Bill Craig took a different route home, leading him to a life-altering event.
- A Disturbing Discovery. Bill finds a young girl tied up and her mother bleeding on the roadside.
- The Urgency of the Situation. Bill realizes he stumbled upon a fresh crime scene and must act quickly.
- A Desperate Plea. Lori, the mother, is losing blood and needs immediate help.
- The Search for the Suspect. Police officers pursue a suspect in the woods after a violent crime.
- David Renz's Crimes Unveiled. David Renz, previously monitored for child pornography, escalates to violent crimes against a child.
Episode highlights
- A Life-Changing DecisionBill Craig took a different route home, leading him to a life-altering event.“I would have never, ever gone down that road to get to my home.”3:50Jun 11, 2023
- A Disturbing DiscoveryBill finds a young girl tied up and her mother bleeding on the roadside.“There was a young girl that was absolutely in hysterics on the side of the road.”4:46Jun 11, 2023
- The Urgency of the SituationBill realizes he stumbled upon a fresh crime scene and must act quickly.“Bill had stumbled on a fresh crime scene.”5:17Jun 11, 2023
- A Desperate PleaLori, the mother, is losing blood and needs immediate help.“She is talking to me. She's lost a lot of blood.”9:48Jun 11, 2023
- The Search for the SuspectPolice officers pursue a suspect in the woods after a violent crime.“Not catching him wasn't an option.”21:49Jun 11, 2023
- David Renz's Crimes UnveiledDavid Renz, previously monitored for child pornography, escalates to violent crimes against a child.“He was arrested in January for child pornography.”28:45Jun 11, 2023
- The Horrific AssaultRenz allegedly assaulted a mother and her daughter in a mall parking lot.“He brandished what appeared to be a pistol and forced his way into Lori's car.”30:41Jun 11, 2023
- Justice ServedRenz is sentenced to life in prison without parole, waiving his right to appeal.“He will come out of prison in a pine box.”55:40Jun 11, 2023
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Tension
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