The fact she was holding her slit throat, literally bleeding out, and is only focused on getting help for her friend and her family is so telling to her character. I hope her sweet soul is protected for the rest of her life.
In the video she talked about lying next to her friend, Kaylene.. And hearing her gurgle. That's the death rattle. If I were her friend's mother, I would be so thankful that she was there for her at the end.
The human body is astonishing, the strength some people must possess in those what could've or should've been their final moments but it wasn't is a miracle in and of itself! I can't imagine you live very long with a cut throat especially if he would've done it from ear to ear. Obviously, she wouldn't be here today. 🙏
She crawled towards her friend and rubbed her back with such love and care until she died in her arms. Bless this girl I hope she gets everything she ever wants in life.
I gotta say, the tv show that arranged the meeting between her and another victim of a similar crime was probably one of the best things a tv show could do in this type of situation. Knowing there are others like her definitely helped her in one way or another. She also remembered the advice from the girl, and that helped her carry on with the testimony
Seriously, that was so touching. I applaud the directors of the show for thinking of this. The ring with the cross on it was the cherry on top. Also, the doctors who stitched everything back together did an absolutely amazing job.
@@kallaen yes. His son was murdered in '81, AMW started im '88 I think. He wasn't their first choice, but I don't think they could've gotten a more suitable host.
When Krystal opened that little parcel with the ring from Kristie & says “Mommy" 😭 it really hits you how young she was. I’m so glad Kristie was able to pass on strength to Krystal to testify. 💛
The wildest part of the Tommy Lynn Sells story, to me, is that a mother was convicted of killing her son and spent years in prison before a true crime writer who had been writing a book about Sells recognized his signature in the crime. The writer wrote to Tommy Lynn Sells, and he confessed that it was actually him. The mother was exonerated.
The bond that Kristie and Krystal held, and how Kristie helped Krystal with her own trial was very touching, I can only imagine how helpful that was for the poor girl.
I'm normally pretty good watching true crime stuff, but I genuinely teared up when she saw that Kristie sent her the ring she wore in her testimony. You could tell it meant absolutely everything to Krystal
@@pelicaninethis was in del rio a girl died a girl named katie she was stabbed and in tye scjool outside the cafetrea where the track is at is a memorial bench that has a specail place in my heart because of how taouching it id
@@ines1084 I think that based on the evidence all they had was her testimony. As for his confession, is not enough evidence. The law is written that the evidence must put him at the scene. Too, most states require that a confession does not prevent a trial. All the evidence must be heard because there is only one chancre to it it right. It's the law.
That’s what I was thinking. He admitted to the crime! Why would he take it to trail? If he had pleaded guilty he would of gotten life not death. So strange
There are a lot of false confessions. For some people, life in prison is better than scratching by with low wages and being possible homelessness. Some people like the attention, even if it is negative. But a confession should match whatever evidence they have. It may have been prior to him confessing to other crimes and her testimony is all there is.
That broke me. Seeing her struggling to give her testimony. That is real courage. Being scared, but doing the business anyway. Well done girl, you're a real hero.
I clicked on this because the victim survived and I was in the mood for a feel good story. Then there was a second victim I didn't see coming. What an empowering, heartbreaking tale.
I know she was in shock but the fact that she vaguely knows that she was injured badly but her only thought was to comfort her friend really shows her character.
I love this channel so much primarily because it doesn't make the murders seem "more likable" like those true crime shows but rather gives strength and pride to the victims/survivors
Forcing a child to relive all that trauma even after the killer CONFESSED is barbaric. Telling her if she doesn't then this guy might be released??? He CONFESSED and she already identified him
Yep. No idea why they put kids on the stand ever except maybe to point out whodunit for 30 seconds in the case of trials when they don't confess. I mean, does anyone really think that the jury was going to say 'not guilty' if she had been unable to continue after the recess, even if he hadn't confessed? I feel like they usually make kids do this because it's supposed to be cathartic or something but I'd be offended beyond reconciliation at anyone who made me do that. Horrible.
@@Veldrusara we don't really know that. We don't know the full trial details. Prosecution would NOT put a child on the stand if they didn't feel they must.
My mom’s young cousin was raped and murdered in 1966. The entire family was so wounded by every aspect of the tragedy, and her parents bled till their very last days. I can’t imagine that kind of grief. It’s hard not to despise anyone who could destroy a life or two in a few minutes and derive any satisfaction from such an act. Inhuman.
As selfish, depraved and evil ppl can be m/l on their own, by going down and staying on that path, I also think this level of crap is directly demonic inspired, and some of these perps are out n out possessed, too.
Anyone else amazed that, at only 10 yrs old and despite what she’d just been through, she was capable of writing out a note for the neighbor while she had to be panicking? Then, while only capable of communicating through writing what he looked like, she was able to provide enough info for a sketch artist? And not just that but, that she was so accurate? She was an amazing girl?
Irate Puffin Jennifer Schuett was another very brave little girl. At only 8 years old she was left for dead with her throat cut too like Krystal. Jennifer also wrote notes too, because her vocal cords were cut, so she was unable to speck like Krystal was at first. Jennifer's description of her attacker provided a very accurate sketch just like Krystals did. Both girls have went on to talk again and have become amazingly strong inspirational women.
No I'm not amazed. I don't take anyone for granted. There are many resourceful children in this world. If animals like dogs cats and apes can communicate, I'm not going to be shocked when children can communicate more effectively than the average adult can. Yes that includes under traumatic circumstances. SOME kids are amazing. That's a relatively known fact.
@Reddf Vgu if a 10 year old child having common sense "amazes" you, you're not only dumb, but an imbecile. It's safe to say I'm ALSO not amazed that a 10 year old child would have more competence than a dimwit. No wonder you're AMAZED and ASTONISHED 🤯 Are you still learning to tie your shoes and wipe your bum???🙄
“Will I live?” I don’t think any person specially a child should ever have to ask that question. What a brave young girl to face her attacker in court 💪🏼
What an incredible girl. Even in the worst of circumstances, she consoled her friend. I'm so sorry that Katie died, yet relieved that Krystal survived. What a horrific nightmare for all involved.
If you look up Tommy's victims, he's done so much horrendous acts, from tiny infants, kids, murdering children in front of their mothers and then taking the mothers lives, such a cruel monster.
Someone this pure evil should have been sent home to his master I can’t imagine what was wrong in his mind to do such actions other than the devil himself
omfg, i regret reading this comment really... thats just fking sick and pure evil, i'm not a religious person perse, but i hope there is a hell where Tommy is burning every single day, these people always have a "easy way out", while their victims suffer horrible
@@iluvyurblesand some people can not be rehabilitated. His childhood destroyed him and he tried to destroy others. Disturbing as hell and I hope he’s happy when he has to face his victims when he dies.
Good god, 22 murder victims! What evil is this?! 🤬 Brave girl who survived, what a nightmare to live with for the rest of your days. But she stood before him in court to make sure he was going nowhere, never again to hurt anyone else.
One of his other murders is even more gruesome. Look up the Dardeen Family murder. It’s one of the most horrific things I’ve ever heard of, though evidently he’s never been convicted and there are doubts that he committed the murders
Was so interesting seeing how he eagerly confessed details and wanted to tell about his other killings. He was driven by something inside himself to kill, but was glad to be caught. Bizarre.
This must be your first true crime documentary? There's a dude in South America who suspected to killed *300* children. His name is Pedro Lopez aka "The Monster of the Andes." And their laws down there are so repugnant until they released him and his whereabouts are currently unknown.
Don't feel bad. I'm a 48 year old man and after she received that gift from the girl who went through the same thing and then seeing her on the stand testifying did bring a tear to my eyes, not gonna lie.
I'm a 45 year old man, and I feel nothing but rage when I watch this video. At the moments you both stated above, they didn't make me sad it just made me fill with even more anger. I hate bullies and I hate when people take advantage of the innocent. Honestly if this happened to any of my children I would do like that Dad did in Florida back in the '80s. When he shot and killed that karate instructor on live TV, who in molested his son.
@@wadewilson8011 while I understand, rage isn't good for your health. Finding nuance in feelings and emotions can be good for you in the long run. I understand how you feel though
I'll never forget my big sisters testifying against my dad after he killed our Mama. I was five and to little to be put on the stand but they were 16 and 20. Blessed are those who suffer for they shall be comforted.
My kids were 19, 14 & 8 when my daughter convinced me to leave/escape her father and I honestly believe this is the only reason I am alive. I am so so so sorry for what happened to your mum. ❤️
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💛💛💛 Your sisters were very courageous to get justice for your family many blessings for continued happiness and strength every day for your family
@@SassySlater I'm so glad your alive and safe now. Tell your story. Your testimony isn't for ourselves but for others. Imagine all the women you could help Abby! We need our Mama's. Especially the ones that survived. I hope you have a happy peaceful life now. Remember my mama in your prayers her deaths shattered our entire families lives. I cry even typing that but it's true
@@wadewilson8011 well, maybe when little boys stop growing up to abuse, rape and murder little girls, we can have an empathetic conversation about them too. Until then, mind your business.
What a wonderful, incredible girl. At such a young age she brought down a serial killer! When she was bleeding, instead of running away she stayed by her friend's side. Her courage is admirable
Crystal is a darn Warrior. I was also 10 in 1999. So very scary to think about how this can happen to anyone. But much love and respect to Crystal. Her bravery and strength is admirable ❤
I would definitely put this on my biggest enemies, HOWEVER my biggest enemies are creep dirtbags like the scumbag killer in this video was. And yes some of them have even killed people.
I know it wasn’t easy, but I am so PROUD of Krystal for testifying. She went through so much trauma, not to mention she likely feels survivor’s guilt. She will always think of Katie. Krystal is such a strong young woman.
What a brave little girl. So sorry about the horrendous deeds that monster did to you and your friends, and so sorry for the sad loss of your friends. Poor babies.
This story hit differently. I have tears. The ring broke me. Terrifying knowing there are other monsters like this, probably closer than we'll hopefully never know for ourselves.
Always check your state’s offender registry! It really shocked me to know that there were a lot of people convicted of some horrible things where I loved from and that are plenty still around where I am now. Thankfully a lot of it was either indecent exposure in public or something minor, but there’s still a lot who have some really awful offenses. Always check and be safe!
13:49 I had suspected/hoped this was going to happen after the narrator had mentioned how Christy was wearing that ring when she was in court. So when they showed Krystal being given that before trial, I immediately started bawling. This was such a beautiful and IMPACTFUL gesture and I know these two brave women will have a lifelong connection to one another. It’s awful and so unfair that this type of trauma is what they both share, but I’m so glad that they met each other and bonded. I’m sure that helped them both. They are both incredibly strong. ❤
@@armygirl85fuckhitler74 Thank you, I’m glad you agree with me! 😊 Also yes absolutely rest in peace to Katie, she deserved so much better than this senseless tragedy.
This case brought me to tears. That girl is so brave. I can’t imagine the pain the other girl went through either. All I know is that she had an amazing best friend. R.I.P Katie
The real bravery is not her survival instinct. It's her conscious ability to battle the fear of facing her attacker face-to-face in the courtroom and revisiting her horror night just so that she can tell the whole world about what she went through that night. No amount of courage can make a normal person to stand up like that at age of 11. That's just brutal in her own prime!
It saddens me that on January 2nd 2000 I was turning 8 and this little girl had to go through all of that. I appreciate and respect her strength and perseverance.
honestly, there is an unbelievable amount of courage Crystal showed by just placing her finger on the image of the man that attempted to take her life.
I never typically cry over true crime. Even some of the most gruesome, but this has me in shambles! She was and still is so incredibly brave. I can just imagine Katie smiling down on her. The courage is immense.
Man, this really got to me. Seeing the footage of such a young girl persevering through such deep trauma in order to bring justice to her best friend really got to me. I have a niece her age, and she even sounds like my niece, and I couldn't help but imagine if my niece were in such a terrible position and it dug even deeper into my heart. She was so brave and selfless, and she still is as a grown woman.
This is one of my favorite stories. She did EVERYTHING right and got that man sent away. And even more so? She went on to LIVE!!! I wish I could hug her and tell her how proud I am of her.
I love this girl, now woman. She did everything right at every step in the face of unimaginable fear and horror. I wish her and her loved ones the best of everything in life.
This case is the most emotional I’ve felt about true accounts of this sort of thing. When she described how she pretended to be dead so he didn’t come back to kill her for sure I teared up and felt sick deep in my stomach. I really hope Krystal is doing better than ever today.
I watch true crime all the time... I've never cried before like listening to this girl recall that night. RIP Katie and What a brave & wonderful friend you are!
Kids are such amazing little beings. True they’re very fragile and vulnerable to the cruelty of the world…but they’re also far stronger, braver and more resilient than we often realize, or remember to give them credit for. What an inspiration that little girl was (and continues to be) to countless people around the world. I hope she continues on to have a long, healthy and joyful life. ❤
The fact that she kept still after getting cut in her throat. What a strong little girl! This is so sad. My condolences to her best friends family, and all the other victims 😔
These monsters are everywhere. And people have the nerve to ban guns where if many of these victims had one, they would've taken these scumbags out of commission and saved countless lives.
Children usually have more courage to tell the truth and confront the abuser/killer in the court than the adults. Even if they are scared. I really think this girl is amazing and strong!
These young girls were so courageous being able to sit in a courtroom and tell exactly what happened to them and be able to get through it. I don't even know how I would be in that situation and I hope to never find out. Obviously I wouldn't be a young child but I don't want to ever see you anything happen to my children cuz I would not be able to live through that. I hope these girls were able to find some peace in their lives after the horrific things were done to them
Imagine being the man Krystal goes to, reading “will I live” and seeing that poor girl bleeding from her neck. She is so brave & thank goodness that man helped her.
Another beautiful, brave girl. I'm so sorry you lost your best friend all those years ago. Thank you for having the courage to go on and for putting that monster where he could not hurt anyone else. Xxx
Hearing the “will I live” and reading it is what really broke my heart. The fact she had to hold her friend in her arms as she died… a little girl. I can’t…. I can’t fathom there being a monster like this living among us. Multiple monsters like this…
May he meet someone in prison for life already who shares the same view. I recently watched a case about a guy who did just that. The Dexter's of the world are the only murderers I'll Stan for.
Finally a comment from somebody who feels exactly the way I do! A lot of these people on here talking about how they cried and boohooed but I feel nothing but pure rage. His arrogance is what pisses me off as well. Cases like this make me want to turn into the guy from the TV show "Dexter"
Krystal’s testimony was so heartbreaking yet powerful. I’m literally in tears while my kids sleep on my sofa .. I’m so proud of you Krystal .. you were so strong sweetheart..
I've been watching a lot of true-crime stories recently, and this has got to be the most emotional-one I've seen. God bless Krystal, her family, and Katie's family.
Damn never in my life did i ever thought i would cry this much for a story. I send my blessings to this girl i hope for the absolute best for her truly a human being worthy to have hope for humanity
Geez, and this Kristie Reed... so young to have been attacked within her home as well and to have lost her sister in that senseless crime. And what a lovely young lady she is to try and help Krystal out with some helpful tips to try and get through having to give court testimony against this monster.
The bravest girl. This really made me so sad for her. I could just feel how scared she was. Crying my eyes out. So brave of her. God bless her. So sorry for the other victims.
This is absolutely horrific. I am so proud of her for fighting through this. I can’t even imagine how terrifying and traumatizing That was for her. I hope she’s recovering alright.
I just wanna tell unseen thank you for telling these survivors stories with so much respect and care it feels rare in this genre and it’s a breath of fresh air
Katie would be proud of you Krystal, you not only made sure to get the details of the man who did this but you were the one to bring justice to so many other cases that he did. You not only got justice for Katie but justice for the other victims of people who he has killed.
I watch true crime videos ALL the time. This one had me unable to stop crying. Everything in life has a purpose..her purpose was to put a very very disgusting man into prison and soon to death.
@@toothpastetoothbrush8114 Good cannot exist without tragedy. Man is evil and will always commit crimes. The survivors of those crimes help others. There is no real "point" and you shouldnt MAKE YOURSELF suffer for some righteous reason. The crimes happen to give strength and courage to future victims of other crimes....Imagine being the only one to survive a specific kind of crime and no one is there to comfort you? no stories? instead you are told how unique and brave you are, how it must be part of Gods plan that you went through what you did.... Sometimes I break down sobbing in my to Mama's arms asking why im in so much (physical and psychological) pain and what is it all for and why am i even still alive for, why did I suffer for, what could possibly be my purpose as a crippled useless depressed 22 year old who cant stand up without excruciating pain and well...No one know, but she still comforts me. No one knows Gods plan but he knows everything that has and will happened. If he intervened and there was no tragedy then we wouldnt have free will at all
rest in peace katie ❤️ krystal is so brave for standing her ground like that, not to mention her selflessness throughout the situation. it's an unbelievably hard thing to go through, and it terrifies me to know of the kinds of monsters living in this world that would even think of doing that. krystal remained so strong and was so smart though she was wounded. this story brought me to tears multiple times. bless her and everyone involved with it. ❤️❤️
Krystal is stronger than most of us, we should all be willing to admit that. Keeping her composure during that grueling night really is something, let alone testifying against that monster. When she wrote a note asking if her best friend survived... god that's heavy. I have not wept at a case like i did just now in a while. Krystal absolutely rocks, and Kaylene deserves to rest in peace. May Krystal's valiant efforts to soothe her passing have been fruitful 💔.
I can't believe what an amazing young woman this is. Her strength, what she went through.... Bleeding out clutching her neck but just wanted her friend to get help. This is an amazing soul.
The amount of understanding, bravery, but over all the raw drive to just survive in just this ten year old girl is more than a hundred grown people, what a traumatic and heart braking story, I hope everything in her life goes according to plan.
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This was incredibly well told. Krystal, you kick ass! Keep being an inspiration for all those afraid to speak out against their attackers.
Agree,spot on.
So true, a beautiful thing
What a brave little girl.
Ya
I wish she had the strength to physically kick his ass.
The fact she was holding her slit throat, literally bleeding out, and is only focused on getting help for her friend and her family is so telling to her character. I hope her sweet soul is protected for the rest of her life.
Huh? She was getting help period. She even wrote “will I live?” In her note….
I just finished watching a video where this little twin (I think) girl had to do the same thing for her sister.
In the video she talked about lying next to her friend, Kaylene.. And hearing her gurgle. That's the death rattle. If I were her friend's mother, I would be so thankful that she was there for her at the end.
The human body is astonishing, the strength some people must possess in those what could've or should've been their final moments but it wasn't is a miracle in and of itself! I can't imagine you live very long with a cut throat especially if he would've done it from ear to ear. Obviously, she wouldn't be here today. 🙏
@@officerfarva3666 she was still obviously thinking of her friend, stop trying to discredit victims. you sound weird
She crawled towards her friend and rubbed her back with such love and care until she died in her arms. Bless this girl I hope she gets everything she ever wants in life.
I fell like all she wanted was her friend 😢
She was the sweetest girl I would’ve done the same for my friend or any of my friends for that matter.. prayers for this strong girl she is brave !
After she'd already been hurt herself ⊙︿⊙
I know I was crying I was like WHY WHY NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO crying I felt so bad
Jesus so sad
Katie didn't die alone, Krystal stayed right there with her friend rubbing her back and comforting her...she's a true friend indeed.
EXACTLY ❤❤
Katie didn't die alone Krystal stayed right there with her friend rubbing her back and comforting. Her she a true friend indeed
nice try copying.
Such a brave strong bestest friend ever ❤️ 🙏💖
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The fact that she comforted her friend while she herself was dying brings me to tears. What an amazingly strong person.
I hope all her life she has friends as loyal and kind and she is. Kate must have been a wonderful little girl as well, to inspire such friendship.
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Even though her own throat was slit, she still crawled to her friend and comforted her into the last moments.
What an awesome person and kind soul!
i know a lot about this
I gotta say, the tv show that arranged the meeting between her and another victim of a similar crime was probably one of the best things a tv show could do in this type of situation. Knowing there are others like her definitely helped her in one way or another. She also remembered the advice from the girl, and that helped her carry on with the testimony
Seriously, that was so touching. I applaud the directors of the show for thinking of this. The ring with the cross on it was the cherry on top. Also, the doctors who stitched everything back together did an absolutely amazing job.
Yes they do that a lot, especially with Elizabeth Smart xo. Maybe this started a trend
The guy who moderates the show had his son murdered, which I think makes him very empathetic with the survivors
@@kallaen yes. His son was murdered in '81, AMW started im '88 I think. He wasn't their first choice, but I don't think they could've gotten a more suitable host.
That's why they need to bring it back
When Krystal opened that little parcel with the ring from Kristie & says “Mommy" 😭 it really hits you how young she was. I’m so glad Kristie was able to pass on strength to Krystal to testify. 💛
I cried so hard!😭
Me literally hearing that she was a 10 year old and physically seeing her on the witness stand as a 10 year old child was enough to hit me.
That's when I burst into tears . What an amazingly brave young lady she was
@@shaebarnes9024 she was a CHILD not a young lady dont sugarcoat it. a CHILD took down the murderer. she was not a young lady
@@sexygirlmax2019 shut up
Anyone else cry during the testimony? Bravest 10 year old ever
Yes 😭😭😭😭 i usually don't during these docs but i did on this one 😭
@@DANIxDANGER Yeah I usually dont either but something in her voice just broke me 😭
@@Panda-cute Oh my gosh same. To see her best friend get killed and then have to face that man in court and explain what happened. Wow.
@@ThisIsJ.Nicole Exactly! I just wanted to protect her so badly. I’m glad that repulsive man can never hurt her again.
@@Panda-cute couldn't put it better myself 😉
The wildest part of the Tommy Lynn Sells story, to me, is that a mother was convicted of killing her son and spent years in prison before a true crime writer who had been writing a book about Sells recognized his signature in the crime. The writer wrote to Tommy Lynn Sells, and he confessed that it was actually him. The mother was exonerated.
😮 that is just crazy
Oh my WORD that is heart breaking! She deserves a nice care package. How horrible
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Wow
😨 That is just nuts!!
The bond that Kristie and Krystal held, and how Kristie helped Krystal with her own trial was very touching, I can only imagine how helpful that was for the poor girl.
I'm normally pretty good watching true crime stuff, but I genuinely teared up when she saw that Kristie sent her the ring she wore in her testimony. You could tell it meant absolutely everything to Krystal
@@pelicaninethis was in del rio a girl died a girl named katie she was stabbed and in tye scjool outside the cafetrea where the track is at is a memorial bench that has a specail place in my heart because of how taouching it id
The strength some kids have after going through something as awful as this is nothing short as amazing.
I agree as an adult I don't think I will have that much courage
Sometimes its easier for kids because their view of life isn't as set as ours. Idk if that makes sense.
@@C-SD Nah it’s even harder for them wtf.
It isn't strength when you don't have a choice.
@@Lafepr not all the time. Wtf.
"If she fails to give testimony in court he might be released"
How? He literally confessed to the murder of 22 people.
That was said just to pressure her into giving testimony, the man didn't even want to be released.
@@ines1084 I think that based on the evidence all they had was her testimony. As for his confession, is not enough evidence. The law is written that the evidence must put him at the scene. Too, most states require that a confession does not prevent a trial. All the evidence must be heard because there is only one chancre to it it right. It's the law.
That’s what I was thinking. He admitted to the crime! Why would he take it to trail? If he had pleaded guilty he would of gotten life not death. So strange
There are a lot of false confessions. For some people, life in prison is better than scratching by with low wages and being possible homelessness. Some people like the attention, even if it is negative. But a confession should match whatever evidence they have. It may have been prior to him confessing to other crimes and her testimony is all there is.
@@rudeinterplanetjanet he Literally explained the whole crime scene though💀💀💀 be fr
When she started crying in court I teared up bad. That poor baby shouldn't have gone through that
@@superbuz3219 she had to what?
@@superbuz3219your turn 🤩
@@superbuz3219pathetic contrarian detected opinion rejected.
Me too. Makes me sick in my heart
Agreed. So brave of her to be able to share her harrowing, terrifying, and relentlessly sad story with a bitter sweet ending
That broke me. Seeing her struggling to give her testimony. That is real courage. Being scared, but doing the business anyway. Well done girl, you're a real hero.
I clicked on this because the victim survived and I was in the mood for a feel good story. Then there was a second victim I didn't see coming. What an empowering, heartbreaking tale.
I know she was in shock but the fact that she vaguely knows that she was injured badly but her only thought was to comfort her friend really shows her character.
I don’t typically cry while watching true crime, but wow she is so freaking courageous and strong.😭
right I never do. I love true crime. but this right here got me
Sometimes I cry, if I feel like I have been in the same situation and I made it,,, I feel emotional and when it comes to children...
Same
I never cried during these I just feel a bit of rage. Every time I watch videos like this I just wish that I was there to protect these people.
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I love this channel so much primarily because it doesn't make the murders seem "more likable" like those true crime shows but rather gives strength and pride to the victims/survivors
Absolutely
What an incredibly strong girl. I love that they introduced her to that other survivor. I actually sobbed when her mom gave her the ring.
It was from the victim (Kristie Reed) that she talked to months before. And yes, that was gut wrenching. Begins around @11:10
Me too!
Forcing a child to relive all that trauma even after the killer CONFESSED is barbaric. Telling her if she doesn't then this guy might be released??? He CONFESSED and she already identified him
Yep. No idea why they put kids on the stand ever except maybe to point out whodunit for 30 seconds in the case of trials when they don't confess. I mean, does anyone really think that the jury was going to say 'not guilty' if she had been unable to continue after the recess, even if he hadn't confessed? I feel like they usually make kids do this because it's supposed to be cathartic or something but I'd be offended beyond reconciliation at anyone who made me do that. Horrible.
Our System is whacked !
Witness testimony wins cases and gets more harsh sentences. This show might not have mentioned that he recanted? It's possible
@@truenokill First degree murder is an automatic life sentence or death penalty. There is no more harsh sentence. He did not recant.
@@Veldrusara we don't really know that. We don't know the full trial details. Prosecution would NOT put a child on the stand if they didn't feel they must.
I’ve seen this story on tv, but am always impressed by this girl. The fact that she took the time to comfort her dying friend is really amazing.
I feel the same way. Poor thing.
The fact the other girl gave her the ring is so sweet I hope they stayed friends for a while
My mom’s young cousin was raped and murdered in 1966. The entire family was so wounded by every aspect of the tragedy, and her parents bled till their very last days. I can’t imagine that kind of grief. It’s hard not to despise anyone who could destroy a life or two in a few minutes and derive any satisfaction from such an act. Inhuman.
I'm so sorry for your family ❤
As selfish, depraved and evil ppl can be m/l on their own, by going down and staying on that path, I also think this level of crap is directly demonic inspired, and some of these perps are out n out possessed, too.
I feel horrible for you. I'm so sorry 😔
Your mom’s cousin is in heaven ❤ 🕊️
You can really tell that this man was proud of what he did. He clearly looked at his crimes like they were medals, trophies to show off
What a brave and courageous young girl.
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Anyone else amazed that, at only 10 yrs old and despite what she’d just been through, she was capable of writing out a note for the neighbor while she had to be panicking? Then, while only capable of communicating through writing what he looked like, she was able to provide enough info for a sketch artist? And not just that but, that she was so accurate? She was an amazing girl?
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Jennifer Schuett was another very brave little girl. At only 8 years old she was left for dead with her throat cut too like Krystal. Jennifer also wrote notes too, because her vocal cords were cut, so she was unable to speck like Krystal was at first. Jennifer's description of her attacker provided a very accurate sketch just like Krystals did. Both girls have went on to talk again and have become amazingly strong inspirational women.
No I'm not amazed. I don't take anyone for granted. There are many resourceful children in this world. If animals like dogs cats and apes can communicate, I'm not going to be shocked when children can communicate more effectively than the average adult can. Yes that includes under traumatic circumstances. SOME kids are amazing. That's a relatively known fact.
@Reddf Vgu if a 10 year old child having common sense "amazes" you, you're not only dumb, but an imbecile. It's safe to say I'm ALSO not amazed that a 10 year old child would have more competence than a dimwit. No wonder you're
AMAZED and ASTONISHED 🤯 Are you still learning to tie your shoes and wipe your bum???🙄
@@christinareed9002just came from that video, the accuracy of her description was amazing
Yes!
“Will I live?”
I don’t think any person specially a child should ever have to ask that question.
What a brave young girl to face her attacker in court 💪🏼
Killed me
@@LoveFitsAll yes, it’s very daunting
Are you pro-life then?
@@Suedepants100 ? She’s a living little girl at the time
@@Suedepants100 not only fat, but also dumb? Come on Erica
The way she cried out for Katie during her testimony broke my heart. She deserves nothing but peace 😢
What an incredible girl. Even in the worst of circumstances, she consoled her friend. I'm so sorry that Katie died, yet relieved that Krystal survived. What a horrific nightmare for all involved.
If you look up Tommy's victims, he's done so much horrendous acts, from tiny infants, kids, murdering children in front of their mothers and then taking the mothers lives, such a cruel monster.
Someone this pure evil should have been sent home to his master
I can’t imagine what was wrong in his mind to do such actions other than the devil himself
I'm sure that he got a major dick weighing in prison; probably was the 'bitch' for dominant prisoners...
Do you know if he has been executed yet? I really hope so 😢
omfg, i regret reading this comment really... thats just fking sick and pure evil, i'm not a religious person perse, but i hope there is a hell where Tommy is burning every single day, these people always have a "easy way out", while their victims suffer horrible
@@iluvyurblesand some people can not be rehabilitated. His childhood destroyed him and he tried to destroy others. Disturbing as hell and I hope he’s happy when he has to face his victims when he dies.
Good god, 22 murder victims! What evil is this?! 🤬
Brave girl who survived, what a nightmare to live with for the rest of your days. But she stood before him in court to make sure he was going nowhere, never again to hurt anyone else.
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One of his other murders is even more gruesome. Look up the Dardeen Family murder. It’s one of the most horrific things I’ve ever heard of, though evidently he’s never been convicted and there are doubts that he committed the murders
Was so interesting seeing how he eagerly confessed details and wanted to tell about his other killings. He was driven by something inside himself to kill, but was glad to be caught. Bizarre.
@@hensonlaura It was said he also confessed to crimes he didn’t commit. It was apparently part of his defense
This must be your first true crime documentary? There's a dude in South America who suspected to killed *300* children. His name is Pedro Lopez aka "The Monster of the Andes." And their laws down there are so repugnant until they released him and his whereabouts are currently unknown.
I'm a 41 year old man and I don't cry a lot but this video definitely got me especially at 14:10. What a brave little girl!
Don't feel bad. I'm a 48 year old man and after she received that gift from the girl who went through the same thing and then seeing her on the stand testifying did bring a tear to my eyes, not gonna lie.
You two are the embodiment of what I believe a real man is, in touch with their emotions and not afraid to be a human being, strong but compassionate
I'm a 45 year old man, and I feel nothing but rage when I watch this video. At the moments you both stated above, they didn't make me sad it just made me fill with even more anger. I hate bullies and I hate when people take advantage of the innocent. Honestly if this happened to any of my children I would do like that Dad did in Florida back in the '80s. When he shot and killed that karate instructor on live TV, who in molested his son.
@@wadewilson8011 100% no tears. Pure rage. We really need to start putting these breasts down.
@@wadewilson8011 while I understand, rage isn't good for your health. Finding nuance in feelings and emotions can be good for you in the long run. I understand how you feel though
Krystal Surles, your friends and the other victims live on through you, the bravery, empathy, and courage you've shown. You are amazing.
Christy was so kind to reach out to Krystal and not only speak to her but offer the one thing that got through her trial after her sister's death.
I'll never forget my big sisters testifying against my dad after he killed our Mama. I was five and to little to be put on the stand but they were 16 and 20. Blessed are those who suffer for they shall be comforted.
Lightning a candle for your Mama 🕯❤❤❤
My kids were 19, 14 & 8 when my daughter convinced me to leave/escape her father and I honestly believe this is the only reason I am alive. I am so so so sorry for what happened to your mum. ❤️
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💛💛💛 Your sisters were very courageous to get justice for your family many blessings for continued happiness and strength every day for your family
@@SassySlater I'm so glad your alive and safe now. Tell your story. Your testimony isn't for ourselves but for others. Imagine all the women you could help Abby! We need our Mama's. Especially the ones that survived. I hope you have a happy peaceful life now. Remember my mama in your prayers her deaths shattered our entire families lives. I cry even typing that but it's true
I hope you and your sisters stick together forever.
I hate that TV makes it seem like telling your own story is the worst part. When it’s really having your story questioned & torn apart by the defense
That's true.
In this case, the defense attorney declined to ask her any questions during the cross-examination. He just told her that she was a brave young woman.
What a sweetheart. The way she reacted when she saw the ring her mother gave her. Little girls are a gift to the world. A treasure.
Little CHILDREN are gifts to the world. Don't be biased over a video.
@@wadewilson8011 Well said
@@wadewilson8011 they never said that boys aren’t either.
@@wadewilson8011 well, maybe when little boys stop growing up to abuse, rape and murder little girls, we can have an empathetic conversation about them too. Until then, mind your business.
@@orls9068 mind your business x2 🤡
What a wonderful, incredible girl. At such a young age she brought down a serial killer! When she was bleeding, instead of running away she stayed by her friend's side. Her courage is admirable
Crystal is a darn Warrior. I was also 10 in 1999. So very scary to think about how this can happen to anyone. But much love and respect to Crystal. Her bravery and strength is admirable ❤
This is literally terrifying. I could never in a million years put this on my biggest enemy’s. This is terrible😭
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Rightt 😭😭😭
I would definitely put this on my biggest enemies, HOWEVER my biggest enemies are creep dirtbags like the scumbag killer in this video was. And yes some of them have even killed people.
Like ever
I know it wasn’t easy, but I am so PROUD of Krystal for testifying. She went through so much trauma, not to mention she likely feels survivor’s guilt. She will always think of Katie. Krystal is such a strong young woman.
What a brave little girl. So sorry about the horrendous deeds that monster did to you and your friends, and so sorry for the sad loss of your friends. Poor babies.
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I have never wanted to give someone a hug more than seeing that little girl give her testimony. She deserves the world❤
The moment Krystal received the ring from the other girl I started crying my eyes out. The courage of these two girls was simply amazing. ❤.
This story hit differently. I have tears. The ring broke me. Terrifying knowing there are other monsters like this, probably closer than we'll hopefully never know for ourselves.
omg when she was gifted the ring before her testimony i cried even harder. This was hard to watch.
@@mylifefornick So did I. That just about broke me.
Always check your state’s offender registry! It really shocked me to know that there were a lot of people convicted of some horrible things where I loved from and that are plenty still around where I am now. Thankfully a lot of it was either indecent exposure in public or something minor, but there’s still a lot who have some really awful offenses. Always check and be safe!
He already had 22 victims! Only God knows how many people she saved!
13:49 I had suspected/hoped this was going to happen after the narrator had mentioned how Christy was wearing that ring when she was in court. So when they showed Krystal being given that before trial, I immediately started bawling.
This was such a beautiful and IMPACTFUL gesture and I know these two brave women will have a lifelong connection to one another.
It’s awful and so unfair that this type of trauma is what they both share, but I’m so glad that they met each other and bonded. I’m sure that helped them both. They are both incredibly strong. ❤
I agree with EVERYTHING you said!!😢❤ RIP Katie 👼
@@armygirl85fuckhitler74 Thank you, I’m glad you agree with me! 😊
Also yes absolutely rest in peace to Katie, she deserved so much better than this senseless tragedy.
This case brought me to tears. That girl is so brave. I can’t imagine the pain the other girl went through either. All I know is that she had an amazing best friend. R.I.P Katie
Poor Krystal it must have been awful for her, also her friend dying in her arms. You were very brave Krystal. Big hugs from Scotland in the UK ❤
The real bravery is not her survival instinct. It's her conscious ability to battle the fear of facing her attacker face-to-face in the courtroom and revisiting her horror night just so that she can tell the whole world about what she went through that night. No amount of courage can make a normal person to stand up like that at age of 11. That's just brutal in her own prime!
It saddens me that on January 2nd 2000 I was turning 8 and this little girl had to go through all of that. I appreciate and respect her strength and perseverance.
Wait...WHAT!?!?
Did you mean "I'd" which is past tense and not I'm (I am)??
My birthday is Jan 2, too!
@@aueviI can promise you no one gives a fck about your birthday
I was thinking about how I was at my own sleepover that night, I was 7. Scary to think about...
I cannot get over how strong she is. She is the most special person I’ve ever seen. It’s unreal
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I’ve seen hundreds of crime documentaries but this one was one of the hardest ones to watch!
honestly, there is an unbelievable amount of courage Crystal showed by just placing her finger on the image of the man that attempted to take her life.
I never typically cry over true crime. Even some of the most gruesome, but this has me in shambles! She was and still is so incredibly brave. I can just imagine Katie smiling down on her. The courage is immense.
Same. When she received the ring, I actually had to pause the video.
Same i cried so bad at this
Mind Blowing for young People.
Man, this really got to me. Seeing the footage of such a young girl persevering through such deep trauma in order to bring justice to her best friend really got to me. I have a niece her age, and she even sounds like my niece, and I couldn't help but imagine if my niece were in such a terrible position and it dug even deeper into my heart. She was so brave and selfless, and she still is as a grown woman.
“My neck needs help. Will I live?” Ugh! Made me cry 😢
This is one of my favorite stories. She did EVERYTHING right and got that man sent away. And even more so? She went on to LIVE!!! I wish I could hug her and tell her how proud I am of her.
I love this girl, now woman. She did everything right at every step in the face of unimaginable fear and horror. I wish her and her loved ones the best of everything in life.
This literally made me cry. Rest in peace, Katie.
Krystal, never give up. You found good happiness.
We are proud ❤
This case is the most emotional I’ve felt about true accounts of this sort of thing. When she described how she pretended to be dead so he didn’t come back to kill her for sure I teared up and felt sick deep in my stomach. I really hope Krystal is doing better than ever today.
What she went through is beyond horrifying. What an incredible spirit she has. I'm so happy she survived. What an absolute monster he was.
Wait until you see the story about the two little sisters on this channel.
Continue to watch over Krystal as she goes through life. She misses you very much Kate. Fly high 🕊️
I watch true crime all the time... I've never cried before like listening to this girl recall that night. RIP Katie and What a brave & wonderful friend you are!
same. i watch these a lot. this one broke me apart. 😢
Kids are such amazing little beings.
True they’re very fragile and vulnerable to the cruelty of the world…but they’re also far stronger, braver and more resilient than we often realize, or remember to give them credit for.
What an inspiration that little girl was (and continues to be) to countless people around the world.
I hope she continues on to have a long, healthy and joyful life. ❤
The fact that she kept still after getting cut in her throat. What a strong little girl! This is so sad. My condolences to her best friends family, and all the other victims 😔
What a disgusting monster. I'm lost for words at what kind of monster would do such a thing. Just heart wrenching to hear the poor girl in court.
These monsters are everywhere. And people have the nerve to ban guns where if many of these victims had one, they would've taken these scumbags out of commission and saved countless lives.
Children usually have more courage to tell the truth and confront the abuser/killer in the court than the adults. Even if they are scared. I really think this girl is amazing and strong!
These young girls were so courageous being able to sit in a courtroom and tell exactly what happened to them and be able to get through it. I don't even know how I would be in that situation and I hope to never find out. Obviously I wouldn't be a young child but I don't want to ever see you anything happen to my children cuz I would not be able to live through that. I hope these girls were able to find some peace in their lives after the horrific things were done to them
Imagine being the man Krystal goes to, reading “will I live” and seeing that poor girl bleeding from her neck. She is so brave & thank goodness that man helped her.
This gave me chills. That poor baby having to survive through this.
I hope she has found peace in her life.
She’s so strong and selfless, she deserves the world. Literally in tears rn ❤
Another beautiful, brave girl. I'm so sorry you lost your best friend all those years ago. Thank you for having the courage to go on and for putting that monster where he could not hurt anyone else. Xxx
Great job Krystal! Excellent narrator, btw. Easy to understand and not rushed. Gives a sense of respect.
Hearing the “will I live” and reading it is what really broke my heart. The fact she had to hold her friend in her arms as she died… a little girl. I can’t…. I can’t fathom there being a monster like this living among us. Multiple monsters like this…
Dear God, the rage this made me feel. I'd love to be locked in a room with this guy and have a selection of tools from my shed with me.
I couldn't have said it better
May he meet someone in prison for life already who shares the same view.
I recently watched a case about a guy who did just that. The Dexter's of the world are the only murderers I'll Stan for.
Demons like this one, pedophiles, r@pists, elderly abusers, animal abusers and abusers of the vulnerable make me wanna go Dexter( tv show)
Well said 👍
Finally a comment from somebody who feels exactly the way I do! A lot of these people on here talking about how they cried and boohooed but I feel nothing but pure rage. His arrogance is what pisses me off as well. Cases like this make me want to turn into the guy from the TV show "Dexter"
Krystal’s testimony was so heartbreaking yet powerful. I’m literally in tears while my kids sleep on my sofa .. I’m so proud of you Krystal .. you were so strong sweetheart..
I've been watching a lot of true-crime stories recently, and this has got to be the most emotional-one I've seen. God bless Krystal, her family, and Katie's family.
Damn never in my life did i ever thought i would cry this much for a story. I send my blessings to this girl i hope for the absolute best for her truly a human being worthy to have hope for humanity
What a little hero. I know her friend is so proud of her, smiling in heaven.
Geez, and this Kristie Reed... so young to have been attacked within her home as well and to have lost her sister in that senseless crime. And what a lovely young lady she is to try and help Krystal out with some helpful tips to try and get through having to give court testimony against this monster.
The bravest girl. This really made me so sad for her. I could just feel how scared she was. Crying my eyes out. So brave of her. God bless her. So sorry for the other victims.
This is absolutely horrific. I am so proud of her for fighting through this. I can’t even imagine how terrifying and traumatizing That was for her. I hope she’s recovering alright.
Krystal and Kristie's conversation made me tear up ❤ Such strong girls, their loved ones would be proud of them
I just wanna tell unseen thank you for telling these survivors stories with so much respect and care it feels rare in this genre and it’s a breath of fresh air
That was so sweet that she got the ring. She's so strong and brave.
I cried watching her testify , such a brave little girl.
Wow! This young woman is amazing. Very impressive how she was able to speak like that in court. Well done.
How amazing is that other young lady helping krystal prepare for court? What an amazing pair of total heroes.
When she opened the package and saw the ring, that's when I lost it. What an amazing little girl!!!
So pure love
Katie would be proud of you Krystal, you not only made sure to get the details of the man who did this but you were the one to bring justice to so many other cases that he did. You not only got justice for Katie but justice for the other victims of people who he has killed.
I watch true crime videos ALL the time. This one had me unable to stop crying. Everything in life has a purpose..her purpose was to put a very very disgusting man into prison and soon to death.
Then what might be the purpose of the crimes that criminal committed?
@@toothpastetoothbrush8114 Good cannot exist without tragedy. Man is evil and will always commit crimes. The survivors of those crimes help others. There is no real "point" and you shouldnt MAKE YOURSELF suffer for some righteous reason. The crimes happen to give strength and courage to future victims of other crimes....Imagine being the only one to survive a specific kind of crime and no one is there to comfort you? no stories? instead you are told how unique and brave you are, how it must be part of Gods plan that you went through what you did....
Sometimes I break down sobbing in my to Mama's arms asking why im in so much (physical and psychological) pain and what is it all for and why am i even still alive for, why did I suffer for, what could possibly be my purpose as a crippled useless depressed 22 year old who cant stand up without excruciating pain and well...No one know, but she still comforts me. No one knows Gods plan but he knows everything that has and will happened. If he intervened and there was no tragedy then we wouldnt have free will at all
Watching you claim this as her "purpose" is pretty gross. She's a child. Her purpose is to live a life of happiness.
Don't let those videos make you mentally ill...
are you okay? like genuinely. this was a kid!! their purpose is to live their life! to discover who they are.
rest in peace katie ❤️
krystal is so brave for standing her ground like that, not to mention her selflessness throughout the situation. it's an unbelievably hard thing to go through, and it terrifies me to know of the kinds of monsters living in this world that would even think of doing that. krystal remained so strong and was so smart though she was wounded. this story brought me to tears multiple times. bless her and everyone involved with it. ❤️❤️
Krystal is stronger than most of us, we should all be willing to admit that. Keeping her composure during that grueling night really is something, let alone testifying against that monster. When she wrote a note asking if her best friend survived... god that's heavy. I have not wept at a case like i did just now in a while. Krystal absolutely rocks, and Kaylene deserves to rest in peace. May Krystal's valiant efforts to soothe her passing have been fruitful 💔.
I can't believe what an amazing young woman this is. Her strength, what she went through.... Bleeding out clutching her neck but just wanted her friend to get help. This is an amazing soul.
Nobody chooses to be a hero. Krystal Surles is a hero. Amazing person. May her beloved best friend Katie rest in peace.
The amount of understanding, bravery, but over all the raw drive to just survive in just this ten year old girl is more than a hundred grown people, what a traumatic and heart braking story, I hope everything in her life goes according to plan.
no case has ever made me cry, but this one right here .. this one definitely did.
This episode hit me in the emotions so much harder than most of these videos do. Her strength and courage is astounding