The Question She Asked After He Left... #crimejunkies #truecrimeinvestigation #truecrimestories
- Aug 31, 2026
- 1:47
- Short
According to James Phillips, Braden Olson said he did not want to see Alyssa’s body or attend her funeral and asked James not to share their conversation with his parents.
After returning to Arizona, Braden proactively contacted Gilbert police and sat down for his first formal interview.
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Brief Summary
Braden struggles with Alyssa's death and raises suspicion with his actions and statements.
Key points
- Braden's Confession. Braden confides in James about his fears of facing his family and the funeral.
- Suspicion Grows. Samantha expresses her sinking feeling about Braden's involvement in Alyssa's death.
- Braden's Proactive Call. After arriving in Arizona, Braden calls the police to discuss Alyssa.
