Murder of Missy Avila
An innocent bond built in childhood, shattered by rumor and rage
4.6 (33)
38 mins
Discover how a baseless rumor and unchecked jealousy led to one of the most disturbing betrayals between friends. By exploring the emotional tensions, manipulation, and performative grief that followed the crime, this podcast reveals how violence can grow quietly within close relationships.
Ep 1:
Betrayal by the Creek
In 1985, seventeen-year-old Missy Avila trusted her childhood friends completely—until jealousy over a boy led them to lure her into a remote canyon with deadly intentions.
Ep 2:
Friends, Lies, and a Verdict
For three years Karen and Laura hid behind grief and friendship, even living with Missy's mother, until a haunted witness finally broke her silence and brought them to trial.
Discussions (12)
Hunter
Level 7 · 8 mo agoMoving in with the mom after killing the daughter is next level evil. Then she tries to sell a book? Absolute clown show behavior from a total psycho.
Jason
Level 2 · 8 mo agoSecond degree murder is absolute horse shit. They lured her there and used a log. The jury was full of morons to miss the obvious premeditation.
Daniel
Level 7 · 7 mo agoDon't fool yourself. Luring her to a remote canyon was a plan. The jury got that verdict dead wrong.
