Episode 289
- Apr 30, 2025
- 57:28
- Full Episode
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On January 11, 2018, a routine house fire revealed something much more sinister. 28-year-old Elisabeth Bell had burned to death on the second floor of her small eastside home in Buffalo. But as investigators pieced together the how, the real mystery remained as to why?<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
Elizabeth Bell was burned alive by her ex-boyfriend Frank Brett Jr. in a tragic domestic violence case in Buffalo, New York.
Key points
- Frank's Desperate Escape. Frank, severely burned, flees the scene of the fire, leaving Elizabeth behind.
- A Deadly Fire in Buffalo. A woman is found dead in a house fire, raising questions about the circumstances.
- The Toxic Relationship. Elizabeth and Frank's relationship spirals into chaos leading up to the tragic night.
- A Deadly Revenge. Frank Brett Jr. set his ex-girlfriend Elizabeth on fire in a fit of rage over a bike.
- Trial of the Century. Frank's trial revealed shocking details about the night of the murder and his defense's claims.
- Elizabeth Bell's Agony. Elizabeth Bell died in agony, her final moments a nightmare.
Episode highlights
- Frank's Desperate EscapeFrank, severely burned, flees the scene of the fire, leaving Elizabeth behind.“Frank fled the house on fire, leaving Elizabeth burning in her bedroom.”9:54Apr 30, 2025
- A Deadly Fire in BuffaloA woman is found dead in a house fire, raising questions about the circumstances.“Elizabeth was pronounced dead at the scene.”14:55Apr 30, 2025
- The Toxic RelationshipElizabeth and Frank's relationship spirals into chaos leading up to the tragic night.“When it was good, it was euphoric. But when it was bad, it was World War III.”26:22Apr 30, 2025
- A Deadly RevengeFrank Brett Jr. set his ex-girlfriend Elizabeth on fire in a fit of rage over a bike.“He poured gasoline on a 28-year-old mother and burned her alive because she got rid of his bike.”51:10Apr 30, 2025
- Trial of the CenturyFrank's trial revealed shocking details about the night of the murder and his defense's claims.“Frank wasn't just a murderer, he was a fool.”55:14Apr 30, 2025
- Elizabeth Bell's AgonyElizabeth Bell died in agony, her final moments a nightmare.“Her final moments spent in a nightmare no human should ever endure.”55:39Apr 30, 2025
- Frank's Haunting RealityFrank must live with the aftermath of his actions, facing his scars daily.“He has to wake up every day with the scars and the missing hands.”55:56Apr 30, 2025
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