Maddie Clifton's Murder

Maddie Clifton's Murder

When childhood fear turned into unthinkable violence

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43 mins

Explore the tragic case of 14-year-old Joshua Phillips who murdered his 8-year-old neighbor Maddie Clifton in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1998. Discover the details of the crime, the extensive search, and the circumstances involving panic, trauma, and possible aggression in a troubled home.

Ep 1:

The Perfect Neighborhood's Dark Secret

In a peaceful Jacksonville suburb, eight-year-old Maddie Clifton vanishes during a game of golf, sparking a frantic search led by neighbors—including one hiding a horrifying secret.

Ep 2:

Under the Bed - A Killer Revealed

Seven days into the search, a mother's discovery under her son's waterbed unravels a nightmare, exposing Joshua Phillips' chilling confession riddled with holes and horror.

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Discussions (11)

Tanya

Level 5 · 8 mo ago

I don't accept the brain development argument. Hiding a body for a week while pretending to help search shows calculation, not just impulsivity. He knew exactly what he was doing and deserves to stay in prison.

Bentley

Level 4 · 8 mo ago

Bro no way they missed it

Herbert

Level 10 · 8 mo ago

Sleeping on that waterbed for a week is sick shit.

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