Episode 251
- Oct 23, 2023
- 1:17:12
- Full Episode
In June of 2013, 24-year-old Sarah Staudte became very ill and ended up in a hospital. Sarah’s internal organs were failing, her brain was hemorrhaging blood, and her doctors expected that Sarah was going to die. Yet, nobody could figure out the cause of the problem. Eventually, police were called in to investigate. They learned that Sarah’s father and brother recently had similar health complications before dying. Soon, the unbelievable and horrible truth came out. Someone was slowly, methodically, and systematically killing off everyone in the Staudte family.<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
Diane Stoudy poisoned her family, killing her husband and son, while nearly killing her daughter Sarah, with her daughter Rachel as an accomplice.
Key points
- A Mother's Nightmare. Diane Stoudy discovers her daughter Sarah unresponsive, leading to a hospital visit.
- The Stouty Family's Tragedy. The Stouty family faces a series of unexpected deaths and illnesses, raising suspicions.
- The Investigation Begins. An anonymous tip leads police to investigate the Stouty family's tragic circumstances.
- Diane Stoudy's Confession. Diane confessed to poisoning her husband and two children with antifreeze, revealing her motives.
- The Horrific Twist. Rachel learns her mother poisoned her family, leading to a devastating revelation.
- Rachel's Involvement. Rachel admitted to helping her mother poison the family, revealing a chilling plan.
Episode highlights
- A Mother's NightmareDiane Stoudy discovers her daughter Sarah unresponsive, leading to a hospital visit.“Her 26-year-old daughter, Sarah, was sick, in bed, and completely unresponsive.”5:31Oct 23, 2023
- The Stouty Family's TragedyThe Stouty family faces a series of unexpected deaths and illnesses, raising suspicions.“Less than a year later, 24-year-old Sarah Stouty was experiencing those same symptoms.”19:30Oct 23, 2023
- The Investigation BeginsAn anonymous tip leads police to investigate the Stouty family's tragic circumstances.“It was an anonymous phone call that sprang homicide detectives into action.”26:29Oct 23, 2023
- Diane Stoudy's ConfessionDiane confessed to poisoning her husband and two children with antifreeze, revealing her motives.“I may have... and I regret doing it. I really do.”37:54Oct 23, 2023
- The Horrific TwistRachel learns her mother poisoned her family, leading to a devastating revelation.“Can you fucking imagine what that's like?”45:33Oct 23, 2023
- Rachel's InvolvementRachel admitted to helping her mother poison the family, revealing a chilling plan.“Like mother, like daughter.”53:40Oct 23, 2023
- Rachel's ConfessionRachel Stouty apologizes to her sister Sarah in court, expressing her fear and regret.“I'm sorry that I couldn't find the courage to stab what was right.”1:07:12Oct 23, 2023
- Diane's True NatureThe narrative reveals Diane as a narcissist and selfish individual, causing pain to her family.“Diane is evil.”1:14:00Oct 23, 2023
