Katrina Brownlee: The Good Cop | Full Episode

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[@ubertoyourmomshousetonitef4204]

But comment below if anyone has ever smelled your socks and feet after wearing shoes all day in your life...like you smell the stench of your foot sweat...dont be shy and just admit that most of you have smelled your feet and in between your toes with the lint from the socks...💯💯💯

[@Kinkle_Z]

What is that awful corny background music? It doesn't fit with the narrative and it's nonstop!!

[@janisbascombe8653]

​@@ubertoyourmomshousetonitef4204 😊😊o⁸😊

[@lizrahim2419]

​@@ubertoyourmomshousetonitef4204 😊

[@sebastiencormier8556]

​@@ubertoyourmomshousetonitef4204 😊

[@jenniferrodgers9656]

What kind of judge gives a man 5~15 years for shooting the mother of his children 10 times and killed her unborn son? Shameful!

[@davidjohnson5164]

That's insane!!!

[@NotfromDetroit]

That judge shall reap what he sows!

[@heavilyinvested5789]

Yes, I guess it has something to do with the man being an officer.

[@andrealacroix3773]

Disgusting to say the least

[@suigeneris5193]

Appalling!

[@CACOS-ALIVE]

These judges are just cowards. He ONLY spent 10yrs? 10yrs? The FFFFFFFFFFFFF!

[@angieemm]

That's not the worst part. He's remarried and working in the medical field in some kind of managerial position now. He's living a good life! After what he did!

[@georgiahogue8588]

EXACTLY!

[@Lauren-wo6rf]

@@angieemm DAMNIT!!!!!!!!!!! BS

[@armandorey557]

​@@angieemm I really don't think so... his inner demons will make him sin again. The so-called punishment that was imposed is a mockery of the victim, it gives rise to others to do the same and get away with it, but they will never have peace inside..

[@palapalak.8907]

OMG, he needed life!

[@jennifercordova7229]

The fact that this woman survived is an absolute MIRACLE.

[@brendacopper7558]

God had His hands on this Beautiful Woman. Ms Katrina, I don't know where you are right now, but I'm sure God still has His hands on you ❤️🙏

[@Analysis_Paralysis]

We shouldn't forget that the physical therapist was also a hero who gave her hope and the strength to fight back. The physical therapist was probably just as kind as herself. :)

[@miriamhenry140]

@@Analysis_Paralysis I agree! And that wonderful ADA.

[@y-yyy]

maybe if your all-powerful god actually had his hands on her he could've prevented her psycho ex shooting her and torturing her for hours..... or at the very least made him stay in prison for longer than the minimum sentence. Sadly, she had to do it all herself. She is the powerful one here, not "god".

[@SoCalledchristiansAreFascists]

​​@@y-yyy - 👏👏👏👏👏. She did have help from Kerry (lawyer).

[@lyndseyglasko5571]

5-15 years is a gross injustice towards this incredible woman. Its terrifying that a correctional officer could get away with this.

[@MarieORourke-e3v]

5 - 15 years! I can't get my jaw off the floor. What an incredibly brave and strong woman Katrina is. And the determined DA, who just wouldn't give up, is a shining example to us all.

[@SuperMel81-j5l]

They might as well have just not sentenced him to anything. The justice system is a big joke.

[@JadedBelle]

Wow... I found him on fb. Horrible that he's out living his life.

[@ixizn]

I gasped out loud when they said that. Cannot believe it.

[@liMe-leMon]

Will our "justice system" ever change for the better? God protect this lady warrior. I will definitely be looking out for her book!

[@slimwalk708]

Her life should be made into a movie. I can hardly believe her story. Just unbelievable.

[@southernladyish]

Absolutely!

[@gotrescuedauto3584]

OKKKKKKKKKKK

[@primesspct2]

That would be an amazing true story! Her story is so dramatic, I cried . God saved this angel!

[@ladeelibra925]

*Agree 💯!!*

[@ThisIsJ.Nicole]

Somebody get Vivica A. Fox on the phone. I CAN NOT wrap this around my mind.

[@kayb.179]

What she said about not wanting to "be a cop" -- but to "be a good cop" -- let that truth ring off the mountaintops and across the valleys. We need more Katrina Brownlees. What a fierce, incredible woman.

[@c.b.jersey7304]

Amen!

[@Harrybrown4570]

Yeah no.... She was probably the only one thats is in Chicago

[@Harrybrown4570]

She's one tough lady that's for sure.

[@kaymitchell6143]

@@Harrybrown4570😂😂

[@jayweh]

as a side note: I can't believe that woman is over 50. she looks like early 30s.

[@adrianaevseev7655]

Yes she look very good 😃Beautiful woman

[@nantongoeml4781]

Black is beauty 😍

[@joemars41]

Yes, beautiful and strong

[@aprilsnow7798]

Right when they said she was retired I was like no way! She looks better than I do at 32!!!!

[@wisesavedone2721]

She's gorgeous!!

[@jodybuchanan9373]

As a grandma, I can't imagine any grandma telling her granddaughter to stay with an abusive man! Shame on that woman!!! God bless Katrina!

[@aislingirish4503]

I agree 👍

[@krissifaith6709]

She was probably told the same advice...cycle continued.

[@sarahissersohn5495]

The fact that you can’t imagine struggling this hard w/ basic survival should inspire grace and gratitude, and a clear understanding that when there’s people in situations you’ve never lived, you’re not qualified or knowledgeable enough to judge anyone. Enquiry can be helpful though (what could be worse than a physically abusive relationship? No, really: what could? Would it be reasonable/realistic for Grandma to fear these things for her granddaughter and baby great granddaughter, given where and when they’d been living?)

[@maryevans8143]

It’s pretty normal from grandmas who come from a struggle mindset and rely on men to take care of them and protecting their marriage is important

[@afenismama]

@@krissifaith6709was gonna say…she’s from a different time 😢

[@smashingmolko]

10 bullets over the period of an hour and a half. This woman is a miracle, and what she did with her trauma is inspirational. I can't believe this, THIS is the kind of role model we need in society.

[@samsamcupcakes6476]

I believe her unborn son saved her... But even the pain... She doesn't talk about the pain. She is an incredible warrior! Usually I love American justice but only 10 years for what this man did is really unfair!!!

[@8td8tr]

God will make a way out of no way. He will never leave you or forsake you.

[@ep5957]

Right. The fact that she didn’t bleed to death and that the unexpected visit plus her unborn child saved her. What a miracle.

[@youngdkout]

That sons mother is wicked

[@youngdkout]

I love Katrina very much

[@vatricegeorge]

The DA being a true advocate for Katrina was important in helping Katrina make the neceasary changes to live to her fullest potential. 2 outstanding women.

[@holyalmightycreatorgroup2015]

A.) DOLE License. 1.) 8-15 thousand pesos job payment. 2.) Urgent Hiring: A.) All around househelper Thank you for reading !

[@terredee]

@vatricegeorge Yes ma’am.

[@denisedwyer4929]

Can we just stop for a minute and realize how beautiful this woman is? What an incredible life of survival and success.. she had to keep going back to that well to dig in and find strength and herself... what an absolutely remarkable woman!

[@donnellcharleston1156]

Literally was scrolling through the comments to see if anyone commented on her beauty. I was wondering if I was the only who noticed it.

[@denisedwyer4929]

@@donnellcharleston1156 I notice everything about people...right down to her throaty voice. It has a beautiful tone to it.

[@rankzkate]

Was looking for this comment. She is drop dead gorgeous .Very beautiful woman

[@sandraallen4142]

​@Denise Dwyer yes I agree, I bet she can sing too.

[@janl4805]

Yes she is absolutely gorgeous! She does not look like what she’s been through, so strong.

[@amysuuueev1685]

Man she is STUNNING! Like, inside and out. I’m gonna teach my daughter about her. Little girls need real heroes like her. Buying her book today.

[@TNT-km2eg]

Buy , buy ! Lady is a wholesale

[@melissasaint3283]

"protect my girls becauseI felt likeI had already failed. They didnt choose him. I chose him." How could someone who clearly grew up with very little and had SO much trauma have been so strong and emotionally mature? She is a remarkable human being.

[@kardon4996]

Exactly 💯!!!!!!!!!

[@melissasaint3283]

@@sophiyahsunflower7259 how so?

[@melissasaint3283]

@@sophiyahsunflower7259 oh! No, I meant how did your children betray you

[@georgiasam8045]

Yes this made me tear up.

[@Kneeyah]

This stood out to me aswell!

[@Metroheathyy]

That friend of her ex her husband is a saint. Picking what’s right over a friendship 💪🏼

[@KJ-df9oz]

She literally didn't age in 30 years what a beautiful woman. God bless her for the rest of her life!!!

[@Tawana_X]

Yes she is absolutely gorgeous!!!

[@maraholmes7999]

Yes, she's beautiful.

[@KJ-df9oz]

@@Analysis_Paralysis She's at least 58

[@The_torero]

​@@KJ-df9oz Probably 52 as she said she was 22 in 1993 which was 30 years ago.

[@debraway4263]

Best 48 hours I've ever seen. And I"ve seen 95% of them. Katrina is my hero.

[@Nurturing2]

Mine too❣️

[@Alexandra_Wolf]

Next time you want to judge someone who is homeless remember her story. People don’t typically choose to be on the streets. They have went through things most of us can’t even imagine.

[@CMi-em6fs]

I agree. I never judge them. No one chooses to be in that situation. My heart aches for them all the time

[@aislingirish4503]

Amen ❤

[@voyaristika5673]

Most of us know we don't know the story. Most people have compassion, empathy. Those who don't sound louder than they are.

[@TNT-km2eg]

Dogs eat no dog

[@jenniferweber268]

I never comment on KZbin but this woman....she is SO inspiring. I cried multiple times during this show. Her strength is just incredible. What a beautiful human inside and out.

[@Analysis_Paralysis]

I love her smile. She's full of life...

[@maureenloritapocorni3019]

Yess me too loves her smile . Am from Suriname love how she smiles

[@lilsneak150]

_Ur comment is why I clicked on this video. Ur comment should have also been why I didn't click the video_ .. *my eyes watered the whole time! Lol* _Ima grown man & had to pretend like I was yarning so I didn't look crazy_ ☠️ _I'm going to pass this vid onto my cousins that act like they fell into stupidity instead of love for allowing any level of @buse smh_

[@ameliajohnson4454]

🙌🏽🙏🏾❤️

[@JohnWick-gl6mw]

I'm trying to figure out where are her people's ? Thank God the Women in our Family are COVERED by the MEN in our family . By any means necessary ! God bless this Queen and her Princess 🙏🏿

[@Marisaaaaaxtina]

This woman is absolutely incredible and so is the woman who stood up for her when nobody else did. Incredible.

[@lizbarrand7701]

I hope they both know how amazing & inspiring they are ❤

[@lang-ed3bk]

She is a gold digger and got herself in trouble because she chose to ignore his abusive nature, so she can marry his money. NOT incredible. This story is so biased, completely glazing over her gold digging, and only portraying the husband as the one at fault.

[@ajwriter5699]

@@lang-ed3bkWhat an egregious, cruel, DISTASTEFUL, and insensitive comment.

[@aiai-j7i]

Sisters are doing it for themselves!!!

[@iyanttahowellmd]

I am BLOWN AWAY by the strength, resilience and fortitude that Katrina has demonstrated given the hell she has been through. I know God has many more blessings for her both in this life as well as many gifts and crowns awaiting her in heaven. Love you QUEEN!!!

[@justme6773]

"Success is the best revenge." This is by far the best 48 Hours I have seen.

[@TommyGibson-xp4nb]

I agree 💯

[@cookiebaker2461]

Just two months into the police academy, she was a first responder for 9/11?! Oh my gosh. This woman has an amazing inner strength you can’t even describe. Her story is insane. She’s the American we all need to look up to.

[@kirandatey4187]

Indeed.

[@ParadoxReport]

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@LinaLepathy]

​@Edith1517 God choosen her as an example, when we fall we step up again and again, until we're standing up

[@solpat1977]

How come no one has done a film about this courageous woman’s life? She deserves for her story to be told to as wide an audience as possible. God was really watching over her. Super heroines come in all forms, not just between the covers of a Marvel comic and this woman is a true heroine

[@wintermonroe2894]

Yes!! I hope her story turns into a movie soon!!

[@dianaivery74]

What u think this is....

[@Fallen_Venus]

​@dianaivery74 this isn't a movie. It's a documentary!

[@sandraallen4142]

It would be an amazing story to watch if it had a good producer. It's incredible, she's incredible

[@justdevine864]

Well...we have to remember, it was something she kept to herself until she retired in 2021. It would be a great Lifetime movie!

[@caramileelliott1719]

He should have gotten the death penalty?!? Our system failed that lady by not putting that man in jail for life. 😭😭😭😭

[@Goldie-tb6ih]

Exactly i hate stuff like this he still gone reap what he sow i promise u God will get tha last say

[@AgentChanelAlmighty]

This woman has been my hero for awhile now.. I’m new in law enforcement, and also a DV survivor, her story gave me so much hope ❤

[@TheRetroWoman80]

💚👏👏👏

[@catsarefatt]

Go for it baby. Do what you know is right.

[@hanaayr]

I'm not in law enforcement or a victim of any crime, and she inspires me to be stronger.

[@ninachkah13]

Best of luck to you!!!

[@maryfrancesbeckerhaggerty5353]

Viveca Williams. God Bless you. You have a purpose in this world and this is to share your experience, strength and hope with other young women. God is SO good!

[@BeHonestNow]

Ms Katrina is drop dead gorgeous! Her skin is so beautifully! And she's such a strong woman! Thank God she survived !

[@katiemilady4232]

Yes! Her skin is one of my goals!! 💯💯

[@faderabanna]

Yup she is beautiful

[@Dhruv_Dogra]

Her inner beauty comes to the surface in her face. A real survivor.

[@gunderalex]

I know, 21 years on the force, so she joined up when she was 15? she looks so young.

[@MrGrumpyGills]

@@gunderalex Katrina met Alex Irvin in 1988, when she was 18, so she was born in 1970. She joined the Police Academy in 2001, you do the math ;)

[@melissae.8031]

This woman is gorgeous....inside and out...and her career path now has me in tears❤

[@janpierzchala2004]

Beautiful

[@johnbock1896]

Beautiful yes, however,not as beautiful as Gina Rappaport!!!

[@lunacielo7680]

@@johnbock1896 wtf is wrong with you???

[@dbm7128]

Katrina is beautiful inside and out! I’m glad to hear her story of triumph. The interviewer was very good…really captured the essence of the story ❤

[@tomsevcik1792]

I can’t help but think how incredible it is that she survived the 10 gun shots and overall attack. I love the DA and Katrina. The DA has a heart of gold.

[@MartaRC32]

Sometimes all a person need is the help of someone who can help - that was the case with the DA, she could and did help.

[@chejay6075]

Keri, the DA, is truly amazing at everything she does. The best boss I've ever had. ❤️

[@driawhite6853]

I love that women she went hard for Katrina 🫶🏽🥺

[@9sheri9]

Moving, powerful story. Katrina is triumphant, humble, fierce, and beautiful inside & out. Shame on NYPD for how they utterly failed her & undoubtedly so many others. God bless the DA who fought for her justice.

[@6AlphaMikeCharlie9]

He nly served 10 years, If that's justice I don't know, Kerry still fought for her though.

[@MartaRC32]

The problem with huge cities like New York and Sao Paulo here in Brazil, with millions of people one on top of the other, it´s virtually impossible for the police force to take care of everybody. At some point, they prioritized the crimes and unfortunately, domestic abuse was at that time considered low priority. Today I believe that at least in NY there are departments that deal with that and there are more resources for abused women to leave the relationship and find alternatives.

[@lavendertahruecii7644]

I’m so glad that she held on and never ever gave up her will too live 💯 and survive god is so good 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼🌻🌻🌷🌷🌹🌹🌼🌸🌺

[@ItCantRainForever2]

Amen God was looking out for her. She should be dead. In the bible it says we overcame evil by our testimony. Revelation 12:11 “And they overcame him because of the blood of the Lamb and because of the word of their testimony, and they did not love their life even when faced with death.

[@DamnitDana]

The way the DA fought for her gave me chills. Katrina is so beautiful, inspiring and strong. So proud of these amazing women 🤍

[@colbypatterson8273]

The da was more upset about what happened to her than she was!! Cannot believe she was gonna testify on behalf of the defense!!! THEN she has the audacity to say the criminal justice system is broken!! Noooo no no it's just fine if she just would have worked with the prosecution like a sane human being that guy would have gotten life or at least like 40 years

[@Fluffnugget78]

@@colbypatterson8273 I think we should maybe try and put ourselves in her shoes. We can all say what we would have done but we haven't been shot ten times, had our baby murdered inside us and have two other children to protect from a man who is still threatening us from jail. Add to that having to rely on his family to keep a roof over those children's heads. She was trying to survive from every angle and did it result in him getting a lighter sentence? Perhaps, but she probably felt like she was out of choices

[@kb_9880]

@@Fluffnugget78 Written with critical thinking skills! It is easy to judge and not think critically. Hope this officer receives therapy (PTSD, etc.,). Brainspotting is also great to process trauma out.

[@ShaktiJ]

Yes we must appreciate her as well.

[@Frostjotnar]

@@colbypatterson8273She later told the DA that she hadn’t written that so I think it’s safe to assume it was her mother-in-law

[@JenRod813]

4 minutes in and I love the light that shines through her when she smiles. Truly a miracle 🙏🏻💕

[@TNT-km2eg]

Sure u do

[@chrissieroxba2949]

She really does shine and you’re right… she is a saint AND a hero!

[@gracecatz3996]

I love this woman. She's my hero😢

[@adrianaevseev7655]

🙏❤🌹🌷🌹

[@iamV10010]

💯

[@lunatic5162]

same same same

[@colbypatterson8273]

WHY DIDNT SHE HELP THE PROSECUTION?!?!?!?! He would have got life if she had just helped the da

[@melvill4185]

@@colbypatterson8273 it is very common for someone in domestic violence not to “help” the way you and I would think they should. This women has been through a lot and the ones who should have protected her failed her so many times. Let’s focus on her surviving and becoming who she is now. She is not the same women she was back then.

[@bonnies.d.1121]

What an absolutely astounding woman! Overcoming physical disability, homelessness, friendlessness, making a career, working for the the good of girls at-risk like she was, and being able to smile like she does, she is among the very best examples of humanity.

[@lang-ed3bk]

no, not "the very best examples of humanity" when she was a gold digger; she married him for money, not love

[@bonnies.d.1121]

@@lang-ed3bk She was young, and it was on her Grandmother's advice. She didn't have the confidence yet to listen to her own inner senses.

[@Wiggie567]

@@lang-ed3bk She was 22 and desperate!!! I’m sure you never made a mistake in your entire life🤦🏽‍♀️

[@johncarter1205]

​@@lang-ed3bk , If evil parents are bad , evil grandparents are even worse... The way the is supposed to be - Our grandparents are our whole world ... like our grandchildren are reason we continue living...

[@January.]

*at-risk girls *and her grandmother advised her to get married

[@ALLinHerMovements]

She is amazing and clearly anointed. Can we also praise the young man who drove her to the hospital? Blessings and beauty to him too! Powerful example of resilience.

[@PianoGesang]

Yes, the young man put his own life in danger by popping into a fresh crime scene and doing the right thing.

[@felipemoffett7460]

Carrie Herzog(public defender). I’ve never seen a more passionate public defender in all my years. Kudos to you Carrie.

[@emilymiller4694]

Anyone else just bawl their eyes out the whole time at what an incredible, amazing human being she is?

[@TaylorLee]

Any police department would be lucky to have a woman like her. So proud she was able to serve and prove to the world and herself that there’s always a way ❤

[@holyalmightycreatorgroup2015]

A.) DOLE License. 1.) 8-15 thousand pesos job payment. 2.) Urgent Hiring: A.) All around househelper Thank you for reading !

[@melaninpoppin8748]

She is absolutely beautiful and strong. She doesn't look like what she's been through.🌹🙏🏽

[@adrianaevseev7655]

❤

[@diopfifi4937]

Very beautiful woman ❤

[@stacyjaye6350]

One of the most inspirational stories I've ever heard anywhere.

[@victoriadeyot9321]

This is one 48 Hours I actually ended with a smile. Seeing someone who has lost their power is heartbreaking. Seeing someone who regained her strength is inspirational. God bless her and all those in the world who have experienced such abuse. We do recover!

[@donbuyshousescash4765]

AWESOME WOMAN...

[@jamesscober5307]

Can’t tell you my level of respect for this woman. I’m humbled and amazed🙏🏾❤️😊👍🏽

[@DivineWine1]

True indeed 😇🙏🏽👍🤗

[@barbaraenglish3847]

It's only God!

[@krissykriss328]

Me too, what a warrior!❤

[@vanessalabort2497]

What a woman! Katrina is incredible. Absolute warrior ❤️❤️❤️

[@colbypatterson8273]

The da was more upset about what happened to her than she was!! Cannot believe she was gonna testify on behalf of the defense!!! THEN she has the audacity to say the criminal justice system is broken!! Noooo no no it's just fine if she just would have worked with the prosecution like a sane human being that guy would have gotten life or at least like 40 years

[@livingitup9647]

@@colbypatterson8273 Ummm, you lost the plot, Colby. Katrina did NOT write that letter that the DA received which claimed Katrina would testify for the defense. Katrina did disappear and refused to participate with the prosecution, though, until that day when she walked into the courtroom during jury selection. At that point she DID participate in the process. However, the indeed broken system GAVE her perpetrator a plea deal, instead of continuing with the trial! The Judge did NOT have to do that! Nor, did the Judge have to give the b**tard such a lenient sentence! So, your criticism here, of Katrina, when you said, 'THEN she has the audacity to say the criminal justice system is broken!! Noooo no no it's just fine if she just would have worked with the prosecution like a sane human being that guy would have gotten life or at least like 40 years,' is just a distorted view and has no basis in fact. The system fails victims every damn day in this country, in myriad ways, and in every jurisdiction. There is no real equal justice, it is only an ideal. We may have one of the best justice systems in the world, but it is far from meting out parity and fairness on a consistent basis. I see it as a bit of a crap shoot, with victims often being at the mercy of all the players involved, and all the agendas they serve. In Katrina's case, the prevailing players with agendas were the the 'good ole' boys' network of the N.Y. Police Dept., and then the Judge who refused to give her perpetrator the sentence he deserved.

[@nate2194]

@@livingitup9647 beautifully put, thank you.

[@lisawentworth6831]

@@colbypatterson8273 did you not get that she called police repeatedly? That because he was a cop they looked the other way. Did you not get that she waltzed into court and did testify? They said her mother in law wanted her to say she shot herself, not that she tried to get him off the hook. She is a strong woman; she fought him and won

[@lisawentworth6831]

@@livingitup9647 I know...I don't know what show that Colby was watching! Probably one of these male abusive types, blaming victims, even if they have to lie

[@ChosenDeeDee]

Wow! What a strong woman. Thank you God that she survived this evil attack. Now she is saving many lives❤

[@litterboxpaws]

I have watched hundreds of these episodes. This was one of the most uplifting and moving stories I have seen. Katrina is truly a hero. May she continue to triumph.

[@alishak4061]

She is such a survivor. My mom was shot 4 times by her abuser in 1995 and didn't make it. This makes me think of my mom if she would have survived. This powerful story is triumphant and every woman should watch this. I hope her story will give every woman that is currently being abused the strength to leave because it never get better.

[@harlemblues1967]

I am so very sorry about your Mother. I lost my mother to Alzheimer's. Two very different transitions, but the pain endures. Be well my dear.

[@alishak4061]

@@harlemblues1967 Thank you for your kind words! Always remember your mother lives within you. This has certainly helped me through my journey in remembering her especially when I get sad.

[@opinionatorX]

May God continue to comfort and guide you.

[@HB-tc9bi]

May she rest in peace🥀, I'm so sorry💔

[@holyalmightycreatorgroup2015]

A.) DOLE License. 1.) 8-15 thousand pesos job payment. 2.) Urgent Hiring: A.) All around househelper Thank you for reading !

[@erinnw.1057]

Thanks for posting her episode. You’d be surprised of how many people relate to her story. Truly inspiring and resilient woman 💜

[@Jennnnnnnnnnah]

This woman is amazing & I see Gods hand all over her life ❤ what an inspiration!

[@sophia7777]

LOVE THAT LAWYER WOMAN SO MUCH! THANK YOU FOR FIGHTING FOR HER. HER GRANDMOTHER DIDNT KNOW BETTER HERSELF I GUESS SHE DIDNT PROTECT HER BUT YOU DID THANK YOU!

[@chejay6075]

I know the lawyer personally. Keri is really as amazing she seems. ❤

[@Bailemos888]

that was the mentality of many elders, to have a man providing for you.

[@c.t.murray3632]

Please don't blame the grandmother I'm sure she had enough of all her own problems in her life. Somehow this young woman found the strength to get through it and she succeeded.

[@pamelajacobs2863]

Her grandmother was from a submissive era

[@sweetdoc1472]

I’m so sad that her grandma convinced her to stay with him. Pathetic. We need to stop the generational curses and low expectations. OMG

[@rocxworld]

Girl, YES!!! That was sp horrible. That lets you know what her grandmother dealt with and what was important to her. In her mind it's having someone is better than having no one at all. So pathetic indeed!!!

[@BellaLeoLicorice]

The sad thing is that her grandmother thought this was the only way she could survive and raise her children. To her she thought she was better off with a man who beat her than alone and penniless and homeless.

[@Heyu7her3]

That, and then having children with him didn't make it better

[@cjup98]

It's sad to think about what the grandmother must have gone through in her life for that to be her advice. It's also sad that as AA women, a lot of us heard it before, albeit directly or indirectly

[@judyperrybennett]

Exactly

[@ZombieSazza]

God she’s so inspirational, I’m absolutely amazed by her. I’m a child abuse survivor, my mother psychologically abused me and allowed my brother to violently attack me, and like Katrina it was sheer will that got me through it all and not wanting to give up, to live a good life in spite of my biological family. I escaped with help from a young persons charity at 19, kept low contact but the abuse never stopped, it just changed. Got the medical help I needed for all my health conditions and disabilities as an adult, and whilst my health may worsen (I’ve PTSD and nerve damage, mostly bedridden crippled), I’m gunna try and strive for a happy life in spite of them. Your abusers take something from you, but the strength you gain? That’s something they’ll never take from you. I cut all contact with them at around 26, I was truly by myself and whilst that loneliness and fear was a LOT and felt all encompassing, I learnt that I was enough, being by myself was enough, that even if I never had anyone in my life I was okay, that I myself was truly enough. I made my own family with people I love, I have an unofficially adoptive sister who’s a childhood best friend and been there with me, I’ve a best friend who’s another abuse survivor who I live with and we’ve become family to each other, being there when the other needs it even if it’s to scream at the world. You are enough, you don’t owe anyone your love or loyalty when they dehumanise you, abuse you, treat you in these ways, it’s okay to walk away from a husband, a wife, your mother, your father, and say “enough is enough”, it’s okay to completely cut all contact and escape, it’s okay to fear the unknown during this time, and it’s okay to reach out for help. There’s charities willing to help domestic abuse survivors, child abuse survivors, recovering addicts, those with mental health issues, and I cannot emphasise how much these charities help out. It’s truly okay to say “I’m not doing okay” and ask for help. It’s hard admitting you need the help, but those people won’t judge you, they’ll happily help you along the path. You are enough in this world.

[@lesevans6567]

It meant a lot to read your story. As, I have said many times. Both, publicly and privately. I read about things, that for many years. I doubted the validity of what I was reading. Of, course that was many years ago. Over time. I’ve raised children. Striven to better myself. Reached out to others whenever I could be of assistance. And, I stay away when I’m not wanted. In all my years on earth. No one has ever did anything worse to me. Than some of the things I’ve done to myself. Survivors, of some of the abuses I’ve heard about over the years. Are precious people to me. Especially the ones that at some point. Couldn’t continue to go further. Until they forgave their abusers. And, the only way they could figure out how to do that. Was to ask God to forgive themselves. You’re beautiful. I wish you happiness.

[@eddiepagan5159]

😢

[@AFineLineA]

Thanks for sharing, sorry you had to experience all that from the one's who are supposed to love you the most. Glad you are on your own and still sticking to making you a better you and wish you all God's Blessing's of healing, comfort and love!!! Some of the best family are not blood related!

[@cayennepepper242]

You are enough

[@lang-ed3bk]

NOT inspirational when she chose to marry him for his money, when she already knew he was violent! she CHOSE to put herself in that mess! her description of the whole courtship was about money money!

[@maylingchong1352]

This woman is incredible. May she receive blessings tenfold for her bravery and dedication to serving the NY community.

[@TAGMZs63]

What an amazing story. Two strong, fiesty women from different backgrounds coming together. I wish Katrina all the best ❤

[@katrinahetherington3425]

Omg! I can relate to katrina! Not just because my name is Katrina. Because my ex is serving life without parole + 30 years, for making my life miserable for over 10 years. ❤️❤️❤️ I'm so glad she survived!

[@TheRetroWoman80]

Indeed. I also hope you are much better off in life since your tormentor got put away💚

[@leotachaney7322]

Unfathomable that he only received a 10 year sentence!

[@tonnieverse4038]

You must have really suffered for him to receive life. Hopefully time will ease the pain..and lots of prayer. The future is bright...Daniel 2:44 There will be no place for the wicked...soon!

[@blueblue5427]

@@tonnieverse4038 She is white. White women tend to her more of a swift justice than black women.

[@tonnieverse4038]

@@blueblue5427 That is true. But things are about to change soon....Daniel 2:44

[@austinokafor2713]

Katrina Brownlee, if you are reading this, I am thankful that you brought your story out, and I am deeply touched. Thanks so much. This story is inspiring

[@PsychoKupcake]

It's so nice to cry watching this show, but not in the sad way. Tears of respect and admiration. This woman is such an inspiration. ❤

[@ParadoxReport]

I'm trying not to cry 😅

[@franknavarro3640]

She's one of the strongest people I've ever seen, the odds were so stacked against her to live a horrible life and she did the exact opposite and in turn probably changed a lot of people lives for the better.

[@Jessica_Beee]

I LOVE the former Asst D.A.'s persistence. "I will hunt you like a DOG." THAT STATEMENT ALONE meant, "If you DON'T want to fight for justice for you & your children, I WILL!!!!" 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽💪🏽This ASST D.A. knows how unfair the system for victims can be

[@holyalmightycreatorgroup2015]

A.) DOLE License. 1.) 8-15 thousand pesos job payment. 2.) Urgent Hiring: A.) All around househelper Thank you for reading !

[@hellurmoto3163]

My brother was stabbed 9-10 times trying to save his friend who was jumped walking home by himself. Those guys missed all his vital parts & he only needed stitches in the end, he didnt say anything for years! QUEEN👑👸 Katrina Brownlee, you are incredible you’ve inspired me so much 🥹🤍🙏🏽❤️‍🔥 bless your entire existence! Wow!

[@RoadWarrior48]

😢😢😢🙏🏼🙏🏼🤗🤗

[@diabolan]

I'm so sorry to read about your brother being stabbed while helping his friend! Respect to your brother and with hope that he is doing well now! And YES Katrina is a wonder woman and a shero!

[@citygirlingraham]

Katrina has brought me to tears, this woman is absolutely the most courageous woman I have ever seen on a documentary. A lovely lady who deserves all the happiness in the world. I hope she has peace...

[@EphemeralShadows]

I almost cried and I don't cry. This woman is amazing! May God continue to shelter her.

[@CJLOVE23]

Me too. Haven’t cried in years and this one got me choked up

[@jdub2100]

Katrina is literally a Phoenix. Rose from the ashes. Living well is the best revenge and she has surpassed that! I hope she reads these comments and know how moving her story is ❤️

[@thelmalouis9888]

God bless you and family I always remember you from traffic enforcement use to buy jamaican art for you So happy to know you are doing well Such a beautiful soul will buy your book

[@ismailjabarti9453]

As a man who barely cries over anything I couldn’t hold my tears back, man what a story. I got chills all over my body from start to finish 😔 I hope I get meet her one day just so I could hug her.

[@user-mi8cq1yv1c]

Yes crying such a cruel world as i get older my heart just bleeds

[@lb6902]

​@@user-mi8cq1yv1c Right, the older I get the more I think this is a cruel world.

[@katiemilady4232]

Respect, Ismail 💪 Your comment is my every feeling, too. Except I am a woman who barely cries over anything. Katrina is beyond an MVP!!! Her story, while terrible in many respects, is so empowering. 🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌🙌💪💪💪

[@ContextReallyMatters]

Same here. I didn't cry but watching this touched on many feelings and emotions. This woman went from being content with just having a man with a job and a nice car to realizing that she was so much more than that. She may have never came to those conclusions if she didn't go through what she went through. She had to display strength that she didn't even know she had. I have the utmost respect for this lady for so many reasons. The guy was a real pos and so was his mother. The grandmother was dead wrong. How could she tell her grandchild to stay in an abusive relationship?

[@MahamudHagimuse]

It's Cruel World Look how she is Naturel Beutiful women Wit Hotible live, hoo

[@whatwhat1111]

This was such a wonderful story about resiliency, self-determination, love and wisdom.

[@rusty315]

This literally brought tears to my eyes. Comes to show how you can make something out of ashes. She is so inspirational, absolutely gorgeous, courageous and smart. What a wonderful human being!

[@Analysis_Paralysis]

A question was left unanswered. I wonder what happened to her children... How could she care for them while doing such a dangerous and time-consuming job? What happened with them and how did they survive?

[@heavnli_goddess6052]

Katrina has my upmost respect. The definition of a survivor and overcomer. She never let her life circumstances define her ❤

[@melstark7265]

I can’t remember the last time I was in real awe of another woman. After seeing and hearing Katrina’s story, I can truthfully say that I’m in awe of this gorgeous smart woman. She is truly an inspiration. I will never forget her name. Those flowers you speak of; the roses and Lillie’s aspire to be as beautiful as you. When they are little baby flower buds they stretch a little more toward the sun while they speak the mantra of flower buds the world over. They whisper Katrina, Katrina, Katrina and the sun shines a little brighter in their direction.

[@Alexandriafrancescakiel]

😢this was so beautiful and poetic and inspirational. Thank you for sharing your gift of writing with us.

[@kevettenoel3207]

Yesss I cldnt have stated this any better, beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@erin8047]

The bravest woman EVERv.

[@Miss5ten_J]

This woman is a living testimony. I'd love to meet and hug her. Thank you for reassuring that as long as we are on this side of the dirt, we can still make a difference ❤

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

My 110 lb. niece, fresh out of high school in a very small town in Tennessee, was shot 5 times, talked her shooter into calling his best friend to come over, talked them both into driving her to the nearby hospital where, with one lung collapsed, they helped her walk into the emergency room. A nurse got wise and asked if one of the men shot her and she nodded. On duty in the emergency room was a new trauma surgeon hired two weeks earlier from New Orleans where he got lots of experience with gunshot wounds. She fully recovered and went on to become a flight attendant and retired after 20 years. Her shooter only spent 6 years in prison and committed suicide after getting out.

[@godsgirl1977]

Wowwwwwww

[@reprovedcandy]

good riddance

[@williamgarcia1909]

THE SHOOTER COMMINTTED SUICIDE BECAUSE THE SENTENCE WAS TOO SHORT.

[@mjchanel911]

@@williamgarcia1909 hahaha

[@Debs567]

@@williamgarcia1909Very true! 😊

[@mp-kq3vc]

This was the most moving story I have ever viewed. There are still heroes, and Katrina is one of those heroes.

[@Analysis_Paralysis]

Yes, what a woman! 💜 She became her own hero...

[@lang-ed3bk]

no, NOT a hero when she was a gold digger that married him even though she knew he was violent! his money was more important to her than her safety

[@beckybrown6248]

Agree 100 percent

[@dianawatton7570]

She is the epitome of beauty, grace & bravery! God bless you Officer & thank you.

[@PamWaston]

I kept seeing a preview of this episode of 48 hours. I had to go on google to find it. This is the best I've seen. Her story should be told in a movie. Not surprised that a female DA believed in her and supported Katrina when no one else did. I'm not surprised about their friendship. Love and respect to both of them ❤

[@JHRB63]

What an inspiring story. I admire her strength and resilience.

[@BurritoMassacre]

She’s that girl! What a powerful and inspirational story. Katrina makes me proud of being a woman, she’s truly remarkable.

[@Analysis_Paralysis]

Yes, she is us all! As she said about the women on the streets... They could be her. We could be her. I feel so emotional every time I think about our fate as women and how we're forced to navigate a world where we're half dehumanized. And the strength that it takes to live in such a world!

[@lang-ed3bk]

no, she was a gold digger, so she doesn't make me feel proud. she just made women look bad by being another woman that married for money

[@Wiggie567]

@@lang-ed3bk Are you crazy!!!??? I don’t care if she was a gold digger according to you, no one and I mean no one deserves to be treated like this woman was treated. I’m ashamed that as a woman you would comment what you did!!! She was 22 years old, 22!!! You should really be ashamed of yourself!!!

[@goldenismonica1522]

@@lang-ed3bkincel

[@diopfifi4937]

​@@Analysis_Paralysis Is very difficult. Is even worse for women from third world nations.

[@bliven8704]

I hope Katrina sees this. I held my breath listening to your story. I don’t think I’ve heard of a stronger woman. You should be on every news station, every billboard, everywhere as a role model for all of us.

[@li5322]

You would be dead 😂

[@sandyc.5017]

Right!

[@Debs567]

Absolutely right 💯 🎉

[@donbuyshousescash4765]

Yeah She is a Courageous Lady

[@jinhh1]

Very true!!

[@CW043]

Her grandmothers advice to her to stay in a KNOWN abusive situation is a perfect example of why not all elders have wisdom.

[@joannedevine9014]

This has to be one of the most powerful documentaries I've seen. What a wonderful person she is.

[@TheOnlyMrs.4]

Bless her granny’s heart because she could only give advice based on her experiences and understanding. But when people say, “why don’t marriages today, last like granny’s marriage”, remember what this granny told her granddaughter that was being terribly abused.

[@coffeebooksandthoughts]

That's so unfortunate, but absolutely accurate.

[@wayward.philosopher]

Well said!

[@c.b.jersey7304]

Exactly and it's so sad granny thought that was just the way things are and you have to deal with it. 😔😢

[@Bigghaze]

Yup

[@tinaBabe4]

Granny NEED to catch a Clue. Smfh

[@chevypreps6417]

Katrina is a true hero. I don't recall ever hearing about someone getting shot 10 times and surviving. The sentence the creep got was pathetic. The judge should of been fired. As soon as a man lays a hand on you, leave. Run don't walk.

[@davidsonrozier7874]

This is definitely the best episode of 48hrs I have ever watched. Katrina is a beautiful woman with a strong beautiful spirit

[@tanisboston8472]

Even though I cried all through this, I am thankful that I came across this powerful, motivational story. I truly believe that everyone should see this. Thanks Kathrina. Thanks DA. Thanks 48

[@primesspct2]

me too! I cried like a baby, Its absolutely inspiring!

[@ThisIsJ.Nicole]

Same. Like this is the most powerful story of overcoming that I've ever heard

[@honeyg3589]

I love her spirit. Wonderful to know how she didn’t let that monster destroy her and then went on to help others

[@TheSuperZufan]

OMG!!!! This woman is amazing!!!! It’s the most incredible survival story I’ve ever heard. I will never forget her. She’s inspired soooo much. Sending her love! Thanks for doing this story.

[@susamgray2483]

I had a patient get shot 14 times and he survived..Amazing

[@LabradoodleTofuBoy]

100% hero & a perfect example of INSPIRATION! She should spread her messages & work beyond as a GUEST SPEAKER! She's gorgeous inside out! Congrats! You deserve every sweet victory Katrina!

[@oscopin74]

Wow. Katrina, if you see this, I'm so happy you're okay, as good as you can be that is. This was a very powerful 48 hours. Not the usual. Amazing what people can overcome and still achieve at life. 👏👏

[@theretiredandwisebeyondmyy3347]

As an Instructor in the Police Academy when Katrina was a recruit. I had no idea of what she went through. I’m proud of her for her courage and she never gave up. I will also purchase her book. Civilians are always quick to judge Police Officers but some of them couldn’t take a walk in our shoes EVER! God bless you Katrina 🙏🏾

[@stevenpringle1670]

Katrina yes, but you? We don’t even know your real name.

[@olliekyles2159]

The police failed so many children I grew up. So rather than becoming the enemy, I became a teacher and avid philanthropist. We are not the same. Enjoy your retirement.

[@jamcityone]

Police are always quick to judge civilians but some couldn't walk a day in our shoes .cops do and get away with a lot of illegal stuff that's why people don't respect the police. Let's not forget about the silent blue wall

[@sashinkaroseman1512]

"Civilians"? Police aren't in the military. Using that word, police distance themselves from the rest of us.

[@holyalmightycreatorgroup2015]

A.) DOLE License. 1.) 8-15 thousand pesos job payment. 2.) Urgent Hiring: A.) All around househelper Thank you for reading !

[@asiam1528]

She’s so pretty glad she survived. The friend coming by an angel and was God’s way of saying it was not your time

[@lindachennault7222]

Yes, the friend that saved her life deserved recognition, unless he was afraid to be in the spotlight. Surely, he was the main witness since her fiance told him he did it. He even got her attacker to help him get her to the hospital. He had a lot of strength of mind and physical strength too. 20 yrs old is young to come upon that! I wander what happened to him. I sure hope he had a good life.

[@josi4251]

I remember what my dad said after the O.J. Simpson trial. "That poor little girl. The cops would show up, get O.J.'s autograph and a handshake, and left." Nicole almost got away. I'm so glad that Katrina escaped and bring her powerful message to the world and to serve her community. BLESSINGS!!

[@hanbirondo730]

This is one of the best stories I've ever watched here in KZbin. I'm thankful that she shared her story to the world. What a powerful woman! ❤

[@andymuturi]

This is the greatest documentary I have ever seen. Her beating all those odds and then emerging like Phoenix from the ashes made me shed tears. She is a real queen. The best part is forgiving and going ahead to help other gals. This is what we need so badly in our society. God bless you, Katrina❤❤❤

[@TyraNicole.]

This popped up in my recommendations twice, the first time I had opened the app on accident so I closed it immediately & now that I’ve come across it a 2nd time I’m finally watching it. I can’t even put into words how glad I am that I clicked on this video. This woman is truly amazing.

[@oblivionzzzmike]

That’s exactly what happened to me too. I ignored this episode for so long, while binging on others. Only to realize this was the most inspiring!

[@magurotuna455]

google may think ur the next katrina...watch ur back girl

[@katiemilady4232]

Just sent the link to this story to my daughters. Some suffer in silence & I can say the men they are with are good dudes. However I don't live with them. I never see bruises & they have not lost who they are but they both know they can always come home. My son...I would kick his arse myself on the way to the police station!

[@Noahtells]

this is one if not the best episode I have watched god bless you katrina you’re alive for a reason 😢🙏🏼

[@lilash6041]

Both these ladies need an award. Love that they stayed best friends. So awesome.

[@zeelotz9786]

I am awed by this stunning woman. Overcoming so much despite what he had done to her. She is an inspiration. The prosecuter truly cared and the sentence was ridiculous so I feel her anger.

[@williamgarcia1909]

THE JUDGE WAS INCOMPETENT. HE SHOULD BE FIRED BY THE SUPREME COURT.

[@seonghwa2465]

In the beginning of this episode I thought to myself “wow, if I had ever walked by her or met her I would NEVER have imagined she had went through all of that” and then she and the interviewer talked about her wondering if people could tell so I mean no, I don’t think people can tell. I really LOVE LOVE LOVE how she used roses and flower tattoos over the scars it feels like such a powerful message. She quite literally grew and bloomed out of such awful situations and those physical scars that were reminders she put the flowers there and it’s like they are growing from within her and out of those scars showing that they no longer trap her in her own body and mind and she is now free from the hold that those traumas had on her. Even though she probably still has some hard days those flowers are a good reminder of how far she has come.

[@rethabilenxumalo9742]

Well said!

[@jovosedlar3395]

Beautiful inside and out. I am so blown away by you. Support from Serbia ❤️

[@chrystaltatedavis363]

I was a social worker who visited clients at the shelter mentioned and was afraid. I am so proud of her progress!

[@strategic2020y]

God bless Katrina and the prior assistant DA! I am astounded that any judge would even consider the lightest sentence for such a cruel crime!

[@LyllianRose]

This woman has a bright aura about her, full of life and love. Her story is as captivating as it is inspiring 💫

[@mariannejohannessen9751]

I see that too ❤