He Goes Missing...His Wife Marries His Best Friend (And Insurance Agent)

[@Shhhhhhhhhhh327]

When you said I would cry while watching this I doubted you then forgot about that comment. By the end I was a grown man crying while driving and listening to this story! There are several reasons why I’ll never get married again and this story lets me know I’m making the right decision! This was the BEST true crime show I’ve ever seen in my life and I’ll follow your channel for the rest of my days!

[@crimeatoz]

@Shhhhhhhhhhh327 Sometimes in post-production, we go back and listen to our intros and wonder if we're just a bunch of emotional basket-cases. But by then it's too late and we just say "screw it, let 'er rip!" So it's good to hear we're not the only ones affected by this stuff, cuz we were literally soaked tissues, bawling. Also THANK YOU for being along the ride with us! We'll always strive to keep putting out quality videos, and we appreciate the compliment and the subscribe!!!

[@BucketHeadianHagg]

I love you for posting that publicly. Your heart is beautiful. Sending a hug your way from Las Vegas ❤

[@BucketHeadianHagg]

@@crimeatozI’m so beyond happy I found you! I feel so calmed by the timbre of your voice and style of narration. Your subs are so kind and friendly too! Thank you for the work you do here. We get an educational history lesson while being entertained! ❤😊

[@crimeatoz]

@BucketHagg We try hard to find all the intriguing facts and present them in an engaging way, so thank you for noticing!!! And omg, aren't these subs so super nice! Totally didn't expect that when we got here ( kzbin.infoUgkx8PVhacQful304Rlu0EohMbeBeFiCLOa1 ). Soooo incredibly grateful!!! ❤️❤️🤗

[@BucketHeadianHagg]

@@crimeatoz hey kid, the link is broken so I didn’t get to see what it was 😞

[@ThomasAAnderson-gi5qt]

Mike's mother is a true hero. She didn't stop, she didn't doubt, she never gave up. She has my upmost respect.

[@bain5872]

I agree. They just don't make women like Mikes mother anymore. My heart broke into for her. I pray that God comfort her and keep her.

[@ThomasAAnderson-gi5qt]

​@bain5872 May she rest in peace.

[@BrittneyLewis19]

Agreed, her testimony is so eloquent, but absolutely gut wrenching.

[@ThomasAAnderson-gi5qt]

​​@BrittneyLewis19 I can't imagine being in such a position, she was a brave woman. Edit sorry I replied to the wrong video lol my bad. Yeah, gut-wrenching is putting it mildly.

[@outofcompliance1639]

He said we'd cry. I didn't believe that but I did anyway when I heard her speak.

[@deborahkimball-billups6405]

Thank you for telling Mike and his family's story 🙏 ❤

[@raindogs451]

Dude, this is the 7th Denise Williams video I've seen. You are the FIRST to put Mike first, and the first to paint a picture of Mike and his life and family; the first to give us a more complete picture of who he was. Mad props to you for putting the focus of this video where it should be: Mike. Long live Mike.

[@crimeatoz]

It's our honor!!! ❤️ Thank you so much for your nice comment!

[@jerryadams5487]

She more involved than he was

[@raindogs451]

@@jerryadams5487 So the hell what?

[@ruperterskin2117]

Right on.

[@loretta_3843]

Now that I read this comment, you're right - I can see how you approached this case from another angle. First time I heard of this case, my heart just broke for Mike's poor mother. All those years begging people to listen and then finally hearing what happened... That's some heavy duty emotional pain. Job well done and thanks to raindogs451 for pointing it out 👏🏻😊

[@MG-zj4je]

My heart goes out to Mike's mother. You could heat the heartbreak in her voice and yet she was able to keep composure and speak for her son. What a strong lady.

[@crimeatoz]

I've heard that section at least 10 times during production, and I literally still tear up every time.

[@JNL76]

What a hero mother !!!!

[@dionlindsay2]

@@crimeatoz It had the opposite effect on me: because Cheryl Williams could keep herself from crying, I did too, to respect her toughness. What a lady!

[@mindsigh4]

especially the way the investigators & governor who tried to gaslight her/drive her crazy & ridicule her & called her crazy, people are driven to doubt their own sanity, she leaned on what God told her to do in her heart, what a great woman, mother & servant of truth. edit: makes me tear up too 🙏💜🕯️🌱🐾👣🌿🌎🕊️

[@small_joys2022]

Fought for justice for 18 years!!! The lady deserves all the peace and happiness God can send her way.

[@plantmillionsofteees5676]

I have told my wife of 28 years on numerous occasions, “If you ever decide to leave me, I’ll try once with all my heart, to remind you how much I love you, in hopes that you’ll stay. If you still decide to leave, you won’t hear a peep from me. I won’t pester you and I definitely won’t stalk you. I’ll miss you. And I’ll cry a lot, especially at first. My point being is: (as I state the obvious): Divorce me. Don’t kill me. Jesus. Can we not amicably part ways without drama, trauma, restraining-orders & homicide?! These 2 soulless demons are just wretched & despicable beyond all comprehension. Hell will even be too good for them.

[@themercy138]

Not sure why, but your post makes me sad, but you are right; it should be that simple to leave if u lose interest in the relationship for whatever reason.

[@iammz81]

I always used to say to my girlfriends... if we ever shout at eachother then we split, without any contact, no messages, no FB, no nothing we separate and that's it. If screaming, shouting happens in a relationship then it is not a good relationship and has to end.

[@sammyjimsmith6100]

Money does a lot to people spurred on by sex

[@pour-g8677]

Money is the real evil here.. she could just leave him but not the insurance claim.. but then it was still sad that she actually enjoyed the insurance money for years before going to jail

[@alfonsfalkhayn8950]

Blablablabla...!

[@nudetaynehatwobble]

*His mother’s speech put me in tears. What an amazing woman. She and Mike deserved so much more.*

[@EyeDriveATruck]

Same here

[@chrisgonzalez4119]

I am in tears and my heart breaks

[@alstalbs2265]

what a very eloquent lady

[@classic.cameras]

I can just imagine if my mom was still alive she would do the same for me. Such a sad pointless murder of Mike.

[@mpumelelobeyers957]

I can't stop crying 🤦‍♂️😭

[@lindanolan9542]

I believe Cheryl Williams statement in court was the most brilliant and touching I have ever heard. She epitomizes what a mother should be. An incredible woman-and Mother.

[@iammz81]

Reminds me of my own mother. She would do anything as well, and did everything she was capable of to raise me right.

[@KhalidMahmood-wm1qz]

Indeed😢

[@jeffreyjohnson3103]

I can't imagine a more powerful sentencing statement has ever been given.

[@nvue9887]

She is so well spoken 😢

[@sutherngirrl7590]

I will never forget this case for 2 reasons (3 actually).... 1) it happened in my hometown. 2) anyone from that area knows gators don't feed that time of year so it's surprising that they tried to say that. 3) Most importantly, Mike's mother's victim impact statement was the most heartwrenching statement I have ever heard..... God bless that woman. She's an absolute warrior!

[@crimeatoz]

Literally THE ABSOLUTE most heartwrenching!!! 😭

[@barneyronnie]

What about Louisiana?! Darn!!!

[@barneyronnie]

Mike's mom was a green beret colonel!!

[@DavidKeith-t3d]

There's a much earlier version of this story which is longer and goes into more detail. Either version unbearably horrible.

[@timtags]

I will never forget this case because of one reason and one reason only: 1. The wife's betrayal. (For seemingly no reason at all)

[@nivieb9]

You were so right! I can’t stop crying hearing Mike’s mother’s grief soaked speech. I’m a mother myself and I could relate to every word, tear and breath. I bow to you, mama and send you loving prayers from India. Rest in eternal peace, dear Mike!

[@nadineo9436]

I love how you honored his mother. Betrayal is truly one of the most evil things we humans can do to one another.

[@KCmakeovers]

Indeed!!! That’s why I don’t care when people make fun of me & say u love animals more than people I think 🤔 & I say bc they don’t do this type of crap , love u no matter what , don’t lie & don’t steal from u! Duh 🙄! This is disgusting 🤢!!! There’s a special place in hell for these two

[@MadScientist267]

Indeed

[@Ze_Moose]

I agree with your overall point but certain animals are capable of betrayal. I hope your pet never does so 🙏

[@TheHenk101]

​@@Ze_MooseWhat, not domesticated animals unless they get some brain defect or something. Or you treat themlike shit lol. ✌️

[@judybrennan7930]

poor sweetheart mother heart breaks for her

[@CJMonroe1985]

May God bless Mike's mother with peace. She fought so incredibly hard for her son.

[@wolfdogalsatian]

Amen. The LORD sat enthroned at the Flood, And the LORD sits as King forever. The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace. (Psalm 29:10-11) It is so good that our God is so righteous. Every deed receives a just reward. No misdeed will go without consequence - at the latest at Christ’s judgment seat (Hebrews 2:2, Galatians 6:7). He will surely get justice for her from her adversaries.

[@jaredwood2120]

Gods got his hands full with starving & abused children hes left to suffer.. Isaiah 45:7

[@Gostdemonoid]

“Gods” not real 🙄. STOP!

[@lizlopez5945]

AMIN!!!!! What a fighter ! I just wanted to hug her and tell her how POWERFUL, AMAZING AND INCREDIBLE SHE IS. What a gift she is to this world !

[@dewalt459]

So this "god " is going to bless the mother but couldn't stop it from happening anyway ?!?!?! Always someone talking about what they want " god " to do or all that he can do but there are millions of hurt and molested children. I have a three year old family member that has cancer and will not see her 4th birthday. Friends and family and others pray for her but nothing !!! But People on here think or ask this " god " to bless the mother on here ?? I mean I wish her all the luck but do people really believe in this craziness

[@NoNameNumberTwo]

Mike’s mother is amazing, I am so glad she was able to see justice for her son. There is no love like a mother’s love. 💖

[@raymaharaj4502]

Hearing Cheryl Williams give her victim impact statement made me cry, I have a big, black, cold heart from over the years I've lived, but hearing this mother's hurt and anguish just made me want to be there right then to give her a hug. There is nothing in this world greater than a true mother's love. Rest in peace Mike, God Bless your soul.

[@a.nobodys.nobody]

Well, a father's love

[@Nagafan]

​@a.nobodys.nobody Sure, but it's natural that we are all more attached to our mothers from the simple fact that we were birthed by them. Good fathers are critical for a child's development, but a mother's love is insurmountable.

[@waynescoble7072]

In so far as a courtroom is a performance all the people involved acted admirably including Mike's mother, but it was no falsified act for her, just emotionally charged. The perpetrators deserve more than the time they got. Life without parole for BOTH. The actual man who pulls the trigger gets parole? A deal done to nail the conspiring bitch? 18 yrs together rooting? They should rot in jail. Mike, his daughter and the old mum are the true victims. So the girl still believes her mother was innocent? Ha... Too much $$$ involved and the usual possessiveness. Won't let Ainslee be with her dad?? No shared custody? I hope the daughter realises. She is in need of help that's for sure but how COLD is that Winchester bastard with his boohoo hoo act in the stand. He shot him in the head in cold blood when he didn't drown... There's a big problem with plea deals when this can happen. Mind you 30 yrs is a fair whack. Not enough in this case though . Let's hope Bubba gets rejection issues when he's due to be released

[@vkkl6213]

What makes this even more sad is how Ansley was brainwashed into thinking her mum is innocent and her refusal to meet her dad's family

[@dakalodk]

Maybe she knows she is not Mikes child she has probable done DNA

[@ebenezerakhideno8487]

​@@dakalodk You may be right because a child, especially a daughter, usually has a natural bond with the father .

[@greatfun7316]

​@@ebenezerakhideno8487 Usually? Nah...

[@eucliduschaumeau8813]

Knowing how evil some people are, I’m certain that they turned her against the good people in her life.

[@hallesmith9520]

I mean unfortunately ya. When you grow up and that’s all you ever know, you’re going to defend her mom. Hopefully one day her grandma and her get to reconnect as it seems she wants to see her granddaughter so badly. That poor woman has suffered enough thinking she got justice but she still doesn’t even get to spend any time with her son’s only child.

[@NothingMaster]

This is a brutal betrayal of love, sincerity, trust, and friendship. They killed a most decent and loving husband, friend, and father over money and sex. Thank you for recounting this tragic story from the victim’s angle for once. Mike’s mom is the one true hero of the story.

[@edbutzwiggle4227]

Mike’s mom is the hero in this. And what a incredibly moving speech. What an angel! I’m so glad she pressed on with what she said God had placed in her.

[@ScrappyXFL]

She's a fighter. Role model

[@daswenzel]

If God loves her so much, why did he allow her son to get killed in the first place? When the murder happend, God was sitting in heaven, watching it and decided not to use his omnipotent power to save him. If God would be a citizien of the USA, you could accuse him with failure to provide assistance. And God would serve prison time.

[@jrchmgn.]

" There is no manual to tell a mother what to do when her child goes missing, I just did what God put on my heart to do". That statement brought me to tears, what a loving mother. God bless her and to Mike, RiP.

[@crimeatoz]

😭

[@ricopaige3083]

Same here.😢

[@Outdoorcookwarereviews]

Sadly ainsley was raised by a narcissist so she may have learned those traits

[@Nancydollard123]

@@Outdoorcookwarereviews 😞probably true

[@briggitelondon]

THIS LINE MADE ME CRY BUCKETS.

[@scottnewton382]

Mike's mother's speech bought me to absolute tears - what a stand up lady, person , mother she was. How can someone be so strong to keep going after all that heart ache?? What a salt of the earth Super Woman.

[@belyblue4013]

So many people owe his mother a huge apology. She broke my heart. I hope she's at peace now. Best mother in the world. 😢

[@crimeatoz]

Agree!!! 😢

[@Kinann]

Sadly, she'll never get one. Law enforcement never apologizes or admits shortcomings unless forced to by the court.

[@grahamwatts8836]

Owe the mother and the whole community an apology, other folks could have been murdered by this man (or couple).

[@brucewayne2155]

I thought Casey Anthony was the best mother in the world?

[@loganrusso39]

Na, mine is

[@lrod070]

Mike's mother deserves a badge of honor. Because of her persistence finally Mike got Justice. There's nothing like a mother's love.

[@kt16621]

Yes indeed!! Nothing like it!

[@jenniferlagesse6369]

I sobbed and sobbed while listening to Mike's Mother...she sets an example for the world to follow.Justice is done...So sorry for your loss. You are an amazing person...Your son Mike would definitely be proud to call you his Mother.

[@the.mr.beacher]

Interesting how the person who was "traumatized" for 1 hour claims lifelong PTSD while the mother who suffered adversity/bullying/gaslighting for 17 years did not. Thankfully she has an answer and people are being held accountable

[@m_6866]

I am not defending the actions anyone took in this video. BUT the way you view metal illness and PTSD is flat wrong. An act that could take 3 minutes like a rape could leave a person with life long PTSD. A single moment of a person seeing someone else be killed in an accident in front of them could leave them with PTSD for life. Some people can handle traumatic events happening to them and never experience a symptom of PTSD, but some people who aren't as mentally strong cannot handle even being a witness to a traumatic event without PTSD. All mental illnesses do not effect everyone equally. Person to person, different events will affect them in different ways. Don't belittle a person because an event, that you view as harmless, traumatized that person. This is why mental health is such a difficult topic for people who view it like a physical sickness to understand that it is different. With physical health we can see a marked difference in health via numbers, like blood pressure, blood cell counts, viruses, bacterial counts, etc. We definitively know how and why those people got sick (for the majority of health issues). With mental health, it doesn't matter what happened, all that matters is the effect it had on the person. Mental health depends on an individual's mentality and is highly subject to that persons mental well-being, not a universal standard that can be measured across a population or demographic. Just keep that in mind before telling someone that getting KIDNAPPED AT GUN POINT BY A PERSON THAT YOU KNOW COMMITTED A COLD-BLOODED MURDER AND HAS WITH THEM THE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO KILL A PERSON WITHOUT A TRACE is not a traumatic event and cannot cause PTSD. Again, not defending the actions anyone took in the video. I just thought a little information would be helpful to see it from a different view. Edit: If this happened to a different victim and the kidnapper actually killed them with the tools they brought along, I don't think there would be anyone who would say it wasn't a traumatic event. Just because it happened to a detestable person doesn't lessen the fact it was traumatic or scary.

[@the.mr.beacher]

@@m_6866 the way I view it isn't wrong. I stated two facts as they were presented. I'm fully aware that a traumatic event, however brief, could definitely cause PTSD. However, she was involved with the initial murder and was not traumatized by his actions as she was complicit. She gas lit and wanted him put away for life so he was no longer a liability. Even infants commonly pretend to be more hurt than they are when they are rewarded for it. What's needed is more accountability and an accurate way to gauge real trauma. Edit for SP

[@jannea4318]

​@m_6866 I'm so glad I don't know you.

[@ScrappyXFL]

@@m_6866 Regret is not PTSD 🤦‍♂"Woe is me" is not PTSD. A liar about PTSD does not have PTSD. Where were the psych papers? Scared the shit out of me to live is normal. Stop making excuses for others. Hearsay(lie) is not admissible, unless you're under oath and on the stand.

[@ScrappyXFL]

@@the.mr.beacher The only one who had PTSD is with his mother, you're not wrong on your thoughts. The other dude is. Look at the mom's compulsion. It's a tell. Look at the former wife's lack of compulsion, a tell. I've been said to me, I have PapaTangoSierraDelta. Takes time for that to set in. What she had, the wife, was regret and excuses. I caught the Neuro-Psych's pen rolling off his desk, then he tried to tell me what's wrong with me. I walked. Kinda sure he did that on purpose 😂 True to form I started researching, found he may have been half right, the thing he said that I reject. I've been shot at, shot, knifed, beatin with wood (not aluminum yet), gun right in my face... gun in your ribs, wot? that's easy away, she's just a liar. Any way, hope you have a MERRY CHRISTMAS! Same to 6866

[@maynardtrendle820]

This level of betrayal is astounding. God bless Mike's mother. For years, people probably thought she was just a lady who lost her mind after losing her son. They probably drove by her single-person protests every day, and thought "There's that poor, crazy lady again." She proved them all wrong, and brought justice to bear for her son. A great woman.😢

[@circesoul2218]

If you listen to the trial it's even worse. Denise walked all over Mike and their whole friend group was sleeping with each other. Everyone except Mike.

[@GenieOfTheLamp82]

You summed things up perfectly. A great woman indeed.

[@kathyduffyharte1636]

Her grandaughter Ainsley wld have been reared to believe that too..that her gran was a crazy old lady that never got over the "" accident " I hope Ainsley and the grandaughter can make peace ..they have to let go of everything they wer made to believe and take it from this day forward

[@edgerocha19]

Well, they were from USA! So nothing new!

[@DEREKFUMI]

Man what a heart wrenching speech Mikes mom gave. I was fine until I heard her and the pain in her voice. Not ashamed to admit it brought tears to my eyes. There isn't a love like one between a parent and her innocent child. God bless her and I hope she eventually finds peace.

[@frankshoemaker2105]

If I were as brave, MY GOD!

[@AdeleBuckle]

This is a testament to a mother's love in action. My heart aches for her, but also feeling immensely proud of her strength and determination.

[@lastpme]

The mom’s speech to the judge broke my heart. I am glad she got justice for her son. Brakes my heart that Mike’s best friend got away from killing him.

[@ScrappyXFL]

She got punishment on the unjust. Not quite justice, you stated "Brakes my heart that Mike’s best friend got away from killing him." He's at a country club of a facility.

[@matrixman68]

He won't escape God's Judgement.

[@brainwithani5693]

Don't brake your heart, it'll stop. But if it breaks, that's sad.

[@barrysmith1654]

Breaks

[@2wildhearts]

Lol ​@@brainwithani5693

[@bito4643]

Wow, Denise slept/cheated on Mike with Brian and his wife, worked to murder her husband, and prevented her daughter to meet and love the poor grandmother... in another video, Brian mentioned how Denise believed in god !!! I hope she never gets out of jail, it's a really sad story.. best wishes to Mike's mother ❤

[@Robocline]

Denise is cruel and heartless. I’m glad that she was brought down by her own hubris. I’m also glad Mike’s mother got the justice she fought so hard for. She is the epitome of mothers love.

[@jamesgabrielson473]

People who go out of their way to talk about being a good Christian have a bad habit of doing horrible things. My brother is a pastor. He is a good person. He preaches about love.

[@Karl-Benny]

How do you know no Evidence against her except from the Murderer trying to get a reduced sentence

[@maria89]

@@Karl-Benny that part seemed insane to me. he kept saying her motivation was that she didn't want to be divorced, and that this was important enough for her to participate in murder. But she didn't have a problem leaving HIM? divorcing HIM?? And the fact he *attempted* to murder her too when she tried to leave him.. insane. he has every motivation to ruin her life. and he succeeded.

[@oldcremona]

That’s about the only satisfaction you can take from this case…that Denise has to live every day knowing that her actions helped unravel the case. Then again she is able to deny everything and even brainwash her daughter. She is truly one of the most despicable people that ever lived.

[@fredbailey363]

@jamesgabrielson473~ are you saying that your brother the pastor does horrible things???

[@janicebeare8127]

The most heartbreaking victim's statement I have ever heard. This woman deserves a lot of recognition for her tireless efforts to find her son. May God bless her

[@shaolin95]

Tell me about it..wow that was hard to listen to 😢

[@karinhulbert6831]

Heartbreaking

[@ATWOZEE100]

Mike's mother gave the most honest, heartfelt and eloquent victim's impact statement I have ever heard. God give Cheryl peace. She has my upmost admiration. I wish i had half her determination and strength.

[@JM-sd5dt]

The system failed her by disregarding her. There should be a law put in her name to make it a crime to ignore the pleas of victims of missing persons. There is HOPE if there is no body found.

[@crene40]

His mom’s victim statement was absolutely heartbreaking! She was so strong for fighting till the end for her son!

[@Groover1]

That's one hell of a victim personal statement by the mother. God bless her.

[@vanesslifeygo]

she didn't comply. glad she didn't comply.

[@cshefer292]

But she has denied being a victim, but a fighter.😉 was it just the wording, not the plain meaning?

[@REPR100]

That was hard to listen to

[@X-jt2hp]

I like how the 2 contrasting victim's statements were shown, one after the other, in it's entirety. The first... showing the crocodile tears of a murdering narcissist. Then the 2nd... the true tears and gut wrenching anguish from a mother and the love she had for her son. Brilliantly done!

[@jamesanthony3691]

I’ve watched multiple documentaries & read dozens of articles on this horrible murder. And this is not at all to knock this documentary because they do spend time on the matter but it doesn’t truly tell the entire story of what Mrs. Williams went through & did. She is the sole reason her son found some kind of justice due to her relentless quest to find justice. This insanely wonderful & loyal woman fought every single day for her son & granddaughter while being shunned & disgracefully exiled & labeled crazy by everyone including law enforcement, family, the justice system, fellow community members, so called friends, etc. Everyone except for one investigator completely turned their back on her. The things this poor mother went through is excruciatingly painful to read or watch. She promised she’d find Mikes Killer before she died all while knowing who was responsible & lord did she ever perform. From all accounts Mike Williams was a great person which I don’t think anyone could doubt after seeing the character of his mother. Mrs. Williams in my opinion is one of the most incredible & resilient human to ever live.. RIP Mike..🙏 Sending Love & Prayers Always To a Queen Mrs. Williams…

[@stevenobrien557]

"She is the sole reason" - what a load of crap. All she did was be annoying and people's time.

[@jamesanthony3691]

@@stevenobrien557 We can all tell your a person of integrity & character, a true class act you are!!

[@stevenobrien557]

@@jamesanthony3691 Great rebuttal there, you truly and concisely demonstrated to me why she is the "sole reason" that this case got cracked and not... you know, the whole partner in crime confessing thing.

[@c.a.5808]

Well said, Sir. and Amen 🙏 She never wavered, or gave in to seeking justice for her son, so the investigation, couldn't be put it to rest fully. Yes, they waited, and most criminals will ultimately destroy themselves in the end.

[@stevenobrien557]

@@c.a.5808 lol what a load of crap. All she did was waste time dealing with her crap that investigators could have used investigating other crimes. Life isn't a telemovie.

[@catdzoozed]

Denise is a disgusting creature and I don't feel bad for what happened to her & what she ended up. Rest in peace Mike! A man betrayed by his two trusted people the most.

[@adamnorris4216]

shes a sexy woman

[@DevilOnlyKnitsLace]

Thank you for making sure Mike was the subject of your documentary. Denise forgot ONE thing: the love she had for her daughter is the SAME LOVE Mike's mom had for him. Bless his mom for her grit and determination. She's proof we have it within ourselves to do the impossible and stand for justice. My heart breaks for her, in that her strength was tested with the loss of her beloved son.

[@maximos905]

If she loved her daughter, killing her daughters father would have never crossed her mind

[@rosaleesantamaria7673]

Thank you for presenting your stories with accuracy and empathy for the victims and their loved ones. My heart breaks for this mother. She fought for a truth that will never give her solice.

[@crimeatoz]

Thank you for your generosity! We REALLY appreciate it and you!!! ❤️❤️❤️🤗

[@psweeneyville]

It’s horrific that Denise kept Mike’s daughter from her grandmother😢 Denise threatened the grandmother she would not see her granddaughter if she didn’t stop her campaign.

[@chantallvardas0730]

She threatened, & she was true to her threat, she kept granddaughter & grandmother apart, they are still apart, because her daughter refuses to believe that her mother helped to commit the murder of Mike, good luck to you, live in denial, you are delusional, & your mother is an evil lying conniving manipulative murder… as for your granny, lady, I am so very proud for you, you are phenomenal woman & mother to Mike, God Bless you…

[@ramsesthere4]

What better proof of guilt than to hush those seeking the truth😢😢😢😢

[@JM-sd5dt]

I'm outraged. She was evil and nasty for that.

[@AltairEgo1]

​@@chantallvardas0730try to think of it from her perspective. If your mother was convicted of murder, would you, at least initially, believe it? Especially as a young person, who was raised by this person her entire life. That's years of programming, years of conditioning, those are your formative years. It would be very hard to swallow, especially when you're being manipulated by a parent figure. Maybe day she'll see the truth, but don't expect someone, especially a young person, to immediately just believe their parent could be a murderer. I wouldn't call her delusional, just manipulated, and naive, being a young person and all.

[@sueLH44]

A mother’s love.. 😢 my black heart just melted for his mum.. I didn’t think I’d cry till the end.. I’ve seen many different versions of this.. may god bless Cheryl Williams.. RIP MIKE.. I’m quite new to this channel and like to say a massive thank you to all the people who put the hard work into the shows.. I’ve watched nearly all them and they’re some of the best (if not the best) true crime I’ve seen.. really interesting, informative etc so thank you again.. 😊

[@crimeatoz]

We love hearing that so much!!! Thank you for watching nearly all of them and for your very kind words and support!!! ❤️❤️❤️🤗

[@sueLH44]

@@crimeatoz all the cases you have covered personally I think there 100%.. you cover everything perfectly…

[@blammela]

Even my grinchy heart beat a few times

[@hsuanlin0227]

It makes me heart broken and almost burst in tears when I heard the courageous mother speaks the victim’s statement . She is the reason those two monsters got caught . Wish her sincerely that she can have a peaceful life from now on !

[@crimeatoz]

😢

[@tpharo34]

Heart wrenching to listen to Cheryl weep for her son and the ridicule she endured on top of it but praise God for strengthening her; may His face shine upon you and Mike.

[@sinkvenice4438]

Brian refused to kill his wife because he “couldn’t do that” to his son but he was perfectly happy to kill Mike and “do that” to his daughter. Brilliant.

[@Froyofreeze]

May be it’s Brian’s daughter not Mike’s. No wonder, the granddaughter was never allowed to see Mike’s family.

[@manilkasheran2934]

I wouldn't say perfectly happy. He atleast had a guilty conscience about it which ultimately resulted in their divorce, him attemting to kill her and the confession.

[@ToeKnife166]

@@manilkasheran2934he only confessed to punish her for putting him in jail

[@manilkasheran2934]

@@ToeKnife166 That may be so but just coz they never got caught doesn't mean they lived happily ever after. That guilty conscience's gonna come knocking all the time and make them miserable unless they are psychopaths.

[@andrewwaggoner1831]

Seens his wife was also having an affair with denise. Or soon after. I dont buy into any innocence in cathys part all things considered. They all lived well off michaels insurance policy for some time. My guess is police simply did nit have evidence worth charging her.

[@AdeleBuckle]

I have heard this story before, but never done as masterful as your version. Thanks for the compassion you show the victims and their families. Much love from South Africa ❤

[@crimeatoz]

Thanks you!!! ❤️❤️❤️We're honored to be able to bring these cases to you!!!

[@marirothbauer5407]

Wow! Taking out Life Insurance is putting a hit on yourself if the relationship does not work.

[@jenniferscott375]

Agreed. I knew this story well, but this presentation was the best.

[@glenngangan2965]

I agree. I watched it again just because I wanted to know of the updates. I ended up with tears for this lady. May God bless her soul as her dead son too.

[@All.Alone.In.The.Unknown.]

Wow, that moms undying love 😢❤ and impact speech...I'm a grown man, at work right now doing hard labor listening to this on earbuds, she brought tears to my eyes and heart. Godbless this woman. Amen. And godbless her son Mike. May he rest in peace now.

[@r.p.mcmurphy6623]

Her plea to the judge was THE MOST POWERFUL THING I HAVE EVER HEARD. My heart broke for her...

[@mayaperez6967]

Indeed! My heart is absolutely bursting with love and respect for Cheryl Williams. RIP Mike.

[@burtreynolds3143]

I agree.

[@GSP-76]

I've seen like 3 documentaries on this case and I continue watching them because of my respect for Mike's mother. That speech she gave in court was one of the most powerful victim impact statements I've ever heard. I don't know how a person could not feel that pain in her voice.

[@PT-fr7cq]

Ooof. Mike's mom had me in tears. What a dedicated, truly loving parent!

[@YSBAJDPN]

No honor among murdering a$$holes How stupid of wife to put him in jail and not expect the same.

[@crimeatoz]

100%!!!

[@bfdidc6604]

Yeah, by that point, it was guaranteed he’d flip. I’m sure, as he was being sentenced and hearing her call for him to get the max, he was thinking how he would get her back even better. Once you enter a murder conspiracy like this, your fate and your co-conspirator’s are not easily disentangled.

[@marcuswilliams5255]

@@bfdidc6604he wasn’t thinking how, he knew exactly how he was gonna fuck her over by then lol

[@davet2459]

The pure arrogance is truly baffling. It had been 18 years and it seems she felt she was untouchable by then. She always assumed that she could get off by giving all kinds of info about how Brian committed the murder and never realized that nothing about the story or timeline made any sense whatsoever if she wasn't fully involved from the start.

[@emmanuelzanders1746]

I don’t know how she got more time than the actual killer Brian

[@sheilahawkins8861]

I couldn't help but cry with the mother , "I'm a fighter, not a victim." Well done, mother ❤.

[@Debra_Jenn]

So she didn’t want her daughter to have divorced parents and travel from home to home, but she was perfectly fine leaving her daughter fatherless?! Really truly sick in the head.

[@bettie2803]

That mother had me crying at the end. Mike was her baby. And she made sure she was going to fight for him no matter what. ❤

[@reaper215]

The absolute NARCISSISM of this woman!!! You never go to the Police and complain that a co-conspirator is scaring you. How did she really think this would go? His mother absolutely broke my heart.....I hope she served those detractors a LARGE slice of humble pie post the monsters conviction. Lets all pray Denise NEVER draws a free breath again.

[@boostedmaniac]

She likely thought she could get away with it and get him in trouble and not have to deal with him anymore.

[@dustnbones0013]

She's not innocent

[@buglwc]

@@Ellen-hs7zb she would have shared the knowledge that her ex killed her husband. She kept half a promise when she went to the police..Thats telling!

[@amandaa3713]

​@@Ellen-hs7zb Lol!

[@rray3630]

@@Ellen-hs7zbhave you heard the hidden recordings of her ? She is GUILTY AF . ZERO question about that

[@DrSamanthaTay]

Mike's mother is indeed a remarkable fighter and a true guardian angel for her son. Her unwavering determination and love have kept the case alive and prevented it from fading into obscurity. The persistence and strength she has shown over the past 18 years are a testament to a mother's unconditional love and fierce protection of her child. It is truly inspiring to see the power of a mother's love in action, shining a light on the darkest of situations and bringing hope where there once was despair.

[@nenettep5796]

The pain in Mike's mothers voice is so heart-breaking. The lengths a mother would go for her child has no limits.

[@l.a.w.79]

I watched this court case. You told this story so well. Mike’s mother is a strong woman. She was able to discern that there was foul play and she was so right. I didn’t actually know about the fact that his wife stood in court trying to get a judge to put Winchester in prison for life for the kidnapping. My how the tables turned.

[@missssophisicated6742]

That trial was crazy

[@crimeatoz]

❤️❤️❤️

[@o̸ණ]

She did that to ensure he won't spill any beans in the future but it backfired because it fanned the flames of revenge inside of him. If I was her, I would've stayed the furthest distance away from a police station as can be knowing the skeletons I've got in my closet

[@Everyday_Railroading]

​@user-mv7kh5sv9z - Yea, she made a huge mistake going to the police station. If he was sentenced to life for the kidnapping, what does he have to lose at that point? Why wouldn't he spill the beans. She is a true narcissist.

[@abaofifsz]

She is so stupid for that.

[@odonnelldenise]

Thank you for honoring Cheryl Williams. God bless her. God bless you.

[@ditherdather]

I'm a 44 year old man and listening to Mike's mother speak to the judge before sentencing left me struggling to keep my eyes dry. God bless that woman. Nobody could ask for a better mother.

[@trudiannross7676]

My heart completely breaks for Mike's mother 😢

[@crimeatoz]

Ours too!!! 😭

[@artdevivre2]

I have rarely seen such a big hearted and courageous mother. They will reunite in Heaven for sure.

[@TentinQuarantino_]

Especially how things worked out with Anslee. She lost her granddaughter as well as her son.

[@DoyleShadduck]

Tough as nails.

[@cherylsabol387]

Mikes mom is an absolute Angel. My heart breaks for her having to fight for so long for her son. As a mom I can’t imagine the pain and heartbreak of not only losing your son but that vile woman keeping the grandkids away from her.

[@Vmaxfodder]

The little girl, and mom lost all

[@oregondeb1971]

Mom's tenacity is the reason her son's missing was even considered a murder. The detective who asked about Mike when Denise came in to talk about Brian needs to be recognized for a job well done as well.

[@gadgetfellow]

That was a real heavy story, the mothers love for her son and the tenacity find the truth is incredible, her speech was so deep. I wish her peace and happiness. I pray her grand daughter comes around before its too late❤

[@dangermace11]

I watch a lot of true crime videos and I don't often shed a tear, but Mike's mother's speech at the end broke..my...heart. Man, she's a hero and did her son proud. What a woman.

[@Cornwalls.best.doorway]

2 impact statements were featured. Denise’s self serving ‘PTSD’ tripe (imagine Mike’s PTSD had he survived not only what would have been ultimate betrayal from both his wife and best friend but also his attempted murder - had it not come to fruition) Then Cheryl’s impact statement. We all know exactly how impactful and heartbreaking that is; A wonderful and strong mother. I’d also like to mention and praise the Courts transcriber. She’s typing every word of Cheryl’s ‘IS’ whilst maintaining composure and professionalism whilst, no doubt, 90% of those around her are breaking. I hope it’s not too late for Cheryl to see her granddaughter. Thank you @crime A to Z for a factual and sensitive telling of this case.

[@crimeatoz]

Our pleasure, thank YOU for watching! Thought same exact thing about transcriber! (and also, there's no way we could do it...would 100% be typing through tears).

[@barneyronnie]

Mike truly was a Louisiana man ...... nuff SAID!

[@AnnacolleenEtters]

Yep, I was thinking the same thing. PTSD indeed! She suffers from a guilty conscience, is what she suffers from, and it is well deserved! Women like her disgust me. My husband kept a huge insurance policy on himself, to make sure I would be taken care of, along with our 3 children. I never wanted to hear about it, because I knew using it would mean he would never be coming back, something too hard to think about, even after 46 years.

[@littleboo2002]

That woman doing the transcribing...They way she looks at Cheryl when she states being called cazy...Her whole "Oh hell they did not!" expression.

[@nansealove9000]

Wow Denise is the most self absorbed person i have ever heard! All she said in court about the trauma to her when a gun was pulled on her, i kept wondering why doesn’t she think about how much worse Mike must have felt while being murdered by his best friend?

[@peggypeggy4137]

I was thinking the same thing when I heard her blubbering. What was Mike thinking? Did he know about the affair?She sounded like she was going to have a nervous breakdown, crying PTSD. It really shows how selfish she is and I think her main focus was greed $$$. I wonder how ''traumatized'' she was after getting sentenced to 30 yrs !!!

[@glenngangan2965]

Same thoughts here.

[@larrycrabs5995]

Exactly!

[@ChadDidNothingWrong]

Ruined her daughter too.....I'll bet that girl is an absoluter trainwreck. Actually I'm 100% sure of that.

[@user-cq7yb1gs5q]

Accountability is like kryptonite, its a way for her to avoid the guilt by making herself a victim.

[@ayowiththebeatbox3894]

This is one of the first crimes stories I ever watched and it always stuck with me. Mike’s mother tried so hard to get the truth, her not getting to see her granddaughter while the ones who did it got to carry on with life was heartbreaking. Good to see some justice finally.

[@mihoang4110]

Thank you for sharing this story. My heart ached for Mike & his mom, I really hope she could see her granddaughter soon. RIP Mike🙏

[@thomshere]

***You did an amazing job on this story and I think you should be nominated for some kind of award. May God bless Mike's poor mother and you as well for doing this***

[@crimeatoz]

Aww we really appreciate that! Your statement is a huge reward on its own, THANK YOU!!!! ❤️❤️🤗🤗🤗

[@itsalegendsproduction]

@@crimeatozHave some shame; you're basically reading from the Wikipedia page.

[@azpersonal]

@@itsalegendsproductionCreate your own before downplaying someone's efforts

[@itsalegendsproduction]

@@azpersonal k.

[@Ethericrose]

My heart is breaking.😢 The mothers words in court had me weeping. Dear sweet lady, you are the epitome of a wonderful, caring mother, your love is strong and through your actions to never ever give up, you give strength to other mothers. Much love and blessing to you. ❤

[@CapitalismSuxx]

This is the second video I watch on this channel. What really stands out and what I like so much is how you tell the victims story. You do it so effortlessly, I wonder why noone else does it this way. Thankyou!!

[@ayannag4760]

I don’t understand how there was a dry eye in the courtroom after the victim’s mom spoke. I wanted so badly for the judge to respond to her, I think she earned a response. How she persevered and was ultimately successful is a miraculous to me and superhero-worthy. She was tireless…quite frankly I can use all of the great words to describe her. As I write this crying sooo hard I realize I’m upset partly because it shouldn’t taken this much and this long to get justice. This burden shouldn’t have been solely on her, yet it was. Without her, this would simply be unsolved. Somehow I want her to get ALL of her flowers. Thank you for creating a truly great video of this woman’s journey and her son’s senseless murder. You gave her flowers! ❤

[@crimeatoz]

@ayannag4760 >I don’t understand how there was a dry eye in the courtroom after the victim’s mom spoke. Us either!!! How is that even possible? Thank you for the rest of your thoughtful comments and your kind words! ❤️

[@neilsun2521]

No doubt Denise would've remained as "stone faced" as when she first heard Brian's description of Mike's death on the stand. "She was the only person in this courtroom unaffected by that story ...that is one cold person." -- Prosecution lawyer.

[@TammyD123]

I realize to some, the judge’s non response seemed cold, but in fact, he would have been doing Mike and his mother a huge disservice if he had responded. Judges take an oath to be impartial and make their decisions based on the facts presented rather than emotions. I’m sure any response from him would have been exploited by the defense to claim that Denise did not receive a fair trial so kudos to him for keeping his game face on. I know I certainly wouldn’t have been able to.

[@neilsun2521]

@@TammyD123 That's a good point. (The judge of the Nicholas Cruz case hugged the prosecution lawyers at the end of some days in court. I'm surprised she didn't get sacked; letting her emotions rule like that.)

[@glenngangan2965]

She truly deserves flowers.

[@adamdooley3044]

She won't get divorced because of appearances and losing time with her daughter. So she thought rolling the dice on being convicted as a murderer, never seeing her daughter again and the stigma attached to it, plus the additional bonus of rotting in prison was a better idea. Great logic there Denise.

[@ErosXs]

These people baffles me as well! But greed was a big part of this. So disgusting though!

[@AnX0256]

Alot of dumbasses out there 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@evanhawkins6186]

The thought process was truly disgusting but made me think alot about society and why she felt compelled to do that in the first place. I'm not excusing her at all she's a horrible person for doing that to Mike the thought process is just interesting. Very very self centered it's disgusting

[@briansawdo6245]

It’s amazing to me that the authorities couldn’t be “bothered” to help Mikes mom find out the truth but instead came up with the alligator story as fact. I see it all the time where the departments don’t want to do anything.

[@francoiscamara9383]

Damn Mike seems like such a good person. This story brings so much tears to my eyes.

[@barneyronnie]

Denise was a snooty b!tch after obtaining the $.

[@Robbie1075]

Don't be fooled by his (most likely fake) guilt. He might not have been able to "do that" to his son, but he was perfectly eager to do that" to Mike's daughter. Even his own words condemn his character, "we wanted to be together and nothing was going to stop that." So no, he's not a good guy. He, like Denise, is a psychopath who only cares about himself.

[@AudioDaze]

@@Robbie1075 The comment you are replying to was about Mike, the victim. I think you are talking about Brian, the murderer. Mike did sound like a good man.

[@clsatc]

Of all the true crime stories ive watched, seeing denise get convicted of this crime was truly the most satisfying of all. The fact that she thought they had gotten away with it and be arrogant enough to dump brian then betray him is appallingly narcissistic.

[@MusiciansWithVision]

The way Mike's HEROIC mother has been so callously treated by the system says it all; it stinks!

[@DeeDeeGreen]

My heart breaks for Mike and his Mum. I cannot imagine what she has been through. I hope she has a strong support network around her. I wish I could give her a hug.

[@tashadecarvalho5168]

The mother's victim impact statement had me crying like a baby. What a strong resilient woman. 💔

[@truthseeker5496]

Mike was so bless to have a mother like that. What an amazing woman. My heart breaks for her. I hope she will be blessed.

[@emeralds222]

Hopefully, Mike's mother sees this. Many thanks to your hard work in ousting this together. It was highly professional. You certainly have a future in journalism.

[@pamd1536]

These stories blow me away how many people almost get away with murder. 18 years is phenomenal.

[@f3cktrackingmydata770]

I think in some areas most murders are never solved they are just “missing”

[@911axe]

​@@f3cktrackingmydata770definitely. There's a case a couple hours drove north of me that's a "missing" person case. But everyone knows the ex-husband done it, and coincidentally enough, the ex-husbands alibi is that he was gone duck hunting. Her body has not been found yet, and it happened I'm guessing 10-15 years ago. Like I mentioned, everyone suspects he did it, but yet I still see missing posters in stores and other locations.

[@jssekyl]

Especially pre modern era, in rural areas, you can only imagine how many cases went unsolved

[@Nagafan]

​@@jssekyllots of urban cases now a days too. Poor neighborhood homicides are almost always left unsolved. Investigators would rather put efforts in areas that are already prospering or house people with economic relevancy... sad world we live in

[@stratfordgirl75]

From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for the beautiful acknowledgement for his precious mum❤

[@artdevivre2]

What a powerful crime story. It made me cry too --- It was hard to hear the testimonial of the man who killed Mike...that was clinging to a stump....hard to believe how low could a man go when they are in a "lust...that has nothing to do with real love. And listening to the mother, seeing her courage went straight to my heart., this is the kind of mother everyone would love to be born of. Thanks for reminding us the importance to persist in the search for truth like this unbelievable mother did. God bless you for great work.

[@Dhruv_Dogra]

Oh God. The mother's voice is absolutely heart-rending and yet so strong... 17 years of fighting for justice for her child. How many thousand letters ? She is a warrior and her grandchild Ashley will hear it one day and go to her!

[@youpoops]

26,000 letters

[@Dhruv_Dogra]

@@youpoops incredible and humbling namaste 🙏

[@JM-sd5dt]

There should be a law for victims of missing persons in her name

[@deborahkimball-billups6405]

Poor little Ansley 😢 she knows the truth now !!! Your mother killed ur father . Ur grandmother loves u 💓 and deserves a little more respect 🙏 Please listen to her . 🙏

[@AW-pz3qc]

I hope Ansley reads this someday because until then she won't understand how much her grandmother truly loved and missed her. I 'know' that pain because (for totally different reasons) my son and his wife have poisoned the minds of their two daughters against me and to this day I don't know why. These girls need to think outside the box before it's too late.

[@jendee1260]

i feel for her that she had to fight not only for so long, but alone. the pic of her holding up those signs, and then the pic of her son’s beautiful smiling face, so heartbreaking. he deserves to have his story heard. thank you.

[@kch7051]

and she had to endure bullying from all angles all the while. Some of it directly from the one responsible for her son's death and some from the police. Which really makes me angry. If i was a local cop, wouldn't you want to help such a lady? hindsight is 20/20 I guess. Easy for me to say sitting here on my computer.

[@paulinemclean375]

Listening to Cheryl was heartbreaking. She has my total respect and utmost sympathy. Listening to the other two, I’m disgusted , especially with Denise. The way she weaseled her way around answering direct questions regarding Mike’s disappearance was infuriating. And berating Mike’s parents in front of her house shows what a narcissistic , soulless monster she really is. I also think she should spend the rest of her life in jail.As should Winchester. They are both to blame for that poor man’s death.

[@crimeatoz]

😢

[@debbiejansen1178]

She didn't get the right message attending that Christian school

[@AlexA-ko8lu]

I don't know how she thought going to the police about her kidnapping wouldn't snowball out of control. Maybe after 18 years, she thought God was protecting her for being a good Christian.

[@IKI11I]

The mother’s speech was the most profound, moving, and heart-wrenching sequence of words I have ever heard. What an incredibly diligent, brave, and strong woman.

[@alexandergreenfield91]

What a truly wonderful woman mike's mother is. She reminds me a lot of my late grandmother, who I miss dearly. I'm so glad his mum got to see some form of justice before her passing.

[@orvil9223]

But what's sad is she also gets to see the man who killed her son be released in 11 months. Something she should have never had to see.

[@andreamallon3062]

If her grand daughter watches this, then please contact your grandmother. She's not the bad one in all this, she fought for her son. Maybe, if you ever have kids, you'll understand her anguish. Get in touch and heal together ❤

[@NuCkInFuTs1]

Exactly, but sadly she's probably way too brainwashed by now by her messed up mother and stepfather..

[@vivimortius4337]

if she is like her mother...a narcisstic selfish woman...thm...no way.

[@lizg2153]

She lived out her life with her mom, and hasn't been allowed to build any relationship with her grandparents. Naturally it's easier for her to believe her mom, no matter what others say. Whether it's true or not, it's difficult to expect ANYONE in her situation to just comply without a doubt

[@sandralittlefieldcariker6840]

My son was tricked into marriage by a horrific narcissist who intentionally seduced him to get pregnant because she ignorantly thought he was rich....he was 19!!!! And she got pregnant the first time they slept together, after lying about being on the pill, all because her dad was "too controlling" vs her mommy dearest that remarried, moved out of state, let her 15 y/o daughter become emancipated & live unsupervised in a home till it sold, with 2 other wild teens. Then like a textbook headcase, the narc brainwashed my grandkids against their father, then against me; had numerous affairs but convinced the kids their dad was the cheater due to the long hours he worked AND to deflect their attention off of her cheating. She intentionally took 15 years to get her bachelor's and masters-all online-yet she never worked, had full-time free daycare in walking distance (yes, me lol) & racked up $100,000+ in loans! She was a slob that never cleaned because she was too busy either sleeping all day, or hanging with her flying monkey to plot her next sick, twisted manipulation. My grandkids are 16 & 18. They haven't spoken to their dad in 6 years and me in 7. It breaks my heart every day. I hate liars. She lies as easily as she breathes. She, of course, has no conscience and never admits to ANY wrongdoings. The worst parenting too. Using your children like pawns in some twisted game or social experiment is disgusting. I feel so much for Mike's mom.

[@EyeDriveATruck]

Let’s hope the daughter doesn’t have children of her own, unless she realizes and accepts the truth of what happened. Otherwise, she will just perpetuate the evil of her mother.

[@toddwilliams1380]

This is by FAR the best video I’ve seen of this case. It’s laid out perfectly & Mikes poor mother wasn’t crazy after all! I hope & pray she was able to find some kind of peace. It’s just unbelievable wat she had to go thru all them years!

[@krissiet4718]

I’ve seen this horrific story already & almost didn’t watch. I am truly glad I did because you did a much better job than the one I saw previously! You’ve definitely earned another subscriber. Keep doing a phenomenal service for all the victims that have no voice now. 👏❤️🙏

[@JoMamaLuvsReptiles]

Yes, I totally agree. More testimony was shown in this video than others. Very, sad. I pray Mike’s daughter and his mother for healing.

[@crimeatoz]

So happy to hear that!!! Thank you for subbing and tuning in when you see it's us!!! ❤️❤️❤️🎉🎉🎉

[@crimeatoz]

❤️❤️❤️

[@donnapug]

Mike’s mother’s victim impact statement is heartbreaking 💔

[@mktoracle]

Mike mom's speech had me in tears. The love of a mom knows no boundaries.

[@normawingo5116]

I’m the mother of a son, betrayed, and shot in the head by his best friend so he could become a gang member. I know how this Mom feels , and no mother should have to go through this. Never. I cried through the whole story and I applauds this mom never giving up on her son. What a tragedy, but at least she lived to be vindicated in her suspicions. I hate hearing how the police just give up and mock a suffering mother, how dare them.

[@nomdeplume2213]

I'm so sorry for your loss Momma ❤ just know your baby boy knows you loved him with every ounce of your being ❤

[@mariacperez-fondon543]

Cheryl Williams's statement was so powerful, the strength of that lady is memorable and remarkable. 👏👍❤️

[@lucys1288]

Listening to Mikes mother in that court room is the first time I have ever shed a tear watching a true crime case. Just wow. What an incredible woman. I am so so so so glad she got justice and got to have this moment ❤

[@winngh]

This story every time I hear it brings me to tears. Am not surprised what “best friends” or humans in general are capable of doing for their own selfish gains.

[@lizgreasemonkey59]

I remember the news when this happened my instinct and probably everyone's was that he was murdered and things found in the lake were planted. Shame on the shabby investigation and trying to make his mom to give up. Strong woman who was put through hell by everyone involved.

[@f3cktrackingmydata770]

The truth isnt important to these people alliances are