Forensic Files

Episode 334

Sword and Scale

  • Jan 10, 2026
  • 55:53
  • Full Episode
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A young couple seemed to be building a quiet life together in a small Texas town. But everything changed when 21-year-old Anggy Diaz was found brutally murdered. What followed was a maze of grief, confusion, and unanswered questions, leaving two families searching for answers.<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com

Brief Summary

Jared Dykus murdered his wife Angie Diaz in a gruesome act driven by mental health struggles and jealousy.

Key points

  • The Whirlwind Romance. Angie and Jared's relationship blossomed quickly, leading to a shocking marriage.
  • A Gruesome Discovery. Angie Diaz was found dead in her apartment, her head discovered in the bathtub.
  • The Shocking Crime Scene. First responders arrived to a horrific scene, uncovering a brutal murder.
  • Jared's Mental State. Jared's erratic behavior raises concerns about his mental health leading up to the crime.
  • Jared's Confession. Jared claims he wasn't in control during the crime, attributing it to drugs and voices.
  • The Clean Toxicology Report. Despite Jared's claims of drug use, tests show no meth in his system before the crime.

Tension

75/ 100High tension

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