Katrina Brownlee: The Good Cop | Full Episode

Her ex-fiancé - an officer with a badge - nearly killed her. She says police failed to protect her, so she got her own badge. "CBS Saturday Morning" Michelle Miller reports for "48 Hours." Watch more full episodes of "48 Hours" on Pluto TV.
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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...💯💯💯

[@kinky_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!

[@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.

[@lyndseyglasko5571]

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

[@user-nx5ws7rf2f]

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.

[@melindaroop1346]

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.

[@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 ❤

[@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!!

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@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".

[@smashingmolko1576]

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

[@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 😢

[@debraway4263]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@Youtubing5999]

Domestic Violence is no joke. This woman was tortured, abused, etc. then finally gets away from her abuser and is still being psychologically abused. She is just incredible.

[@joyh.729]

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!!!

[@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.

[@Metroheathyy]

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

[@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

[@justadudeffs]

She's an absolute inspiration. To go through the awful horrific things she did and not only survive but thrive is absolutely amazing to me. And I hope she continues to share her story.

[@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 🙏🏿

[@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]

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@user-rp4yp8le1x]

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

[@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!

[@felipemoffett7460]

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

[@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!

[@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. ❤️

[@maylingchong1352]

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

[@Jennnnnnnnnnah]

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

[@justme6773]

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

[@TommyGibson-xp4nb]

I agree 💯

[@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.

[@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 😅

[@LivingLifeWithDeeDee]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@daisyc8374]

One badass woman!!! You go girl !! Her story deserves a Halle Berry or Viola Davis movie.. So inspiring..

[@stacyjaye6350]

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

[@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

[@verbalverbosity]

@@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]

@@verbalverbosity 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.

[@shaktijane]

Yes we must appreciate her as well.

[@queenoftrashmountain6174]

@@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

[@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!❤

[@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...

[@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 ❤

[@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.

[@emilymiller4694]

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

[@KarlaAlejandraCordova-vr1sl]

Her resilience makes me cry. What a warrior.

[@janelleblaylock2715]

What a beautiful pillar of strength , perseverance, beauty and glory she is . I am so inspired by you Katrina! You are a beautiful soul.

[@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???

[@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 !

[@whatwhat1111]

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

[@sandyc.5017]

I just finished watching this. I'm so emotional and inspired. This woman is an Angel and a super hero. Living legend. Queen isn't even a good enough title for her. Best 48 Hours episode ever. I'll be supporting anything she does. ❤

[@nickeciacampbell6643]

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 ;)

[@melaninpoppin8748]

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

[@adrianaevseev7655]

❤

[@diopfifi4937]

Very beautiful woman ❤

[@RoseTheOne64]

Her story needs to go national. What a brave woman. I loved this story. Her becoming a cop and detective helped her regain even more power and confidence back. She's remarkable for taking those steps. That POS of an ex must be flabbergasted.

[@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 ❤

[@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

[@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!!

[@Rosierx1]

I was not expecting this story from the caption 🤯🥺 God bless Katrina 🙏🏽 the AUDACITY of that man & his mother is absolutely disgusting 🤢🤬

[@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...

[@Treeofwysdm]

Victoria, I felt the same way! I was literally smiling at the end of this one. Had tears in my eyes but a smile on my lips! This woman is absolutely amazing. Her presence and her power are incredible. May she always be an inspiration to survivors everywhere 😊❤

[@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

[@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!

[@TheGriz305]

My God, such a powerful story, I'm 66 & been thru my own private hell but nothing like this !! I cried thru about 80% of it, I cried at the horror in the 1st part she went thru & I cried at the 2nd part when she somehow managed to pull herself up out of this horrible darkness that surrounded her & do great things with her life !! She clearly showed she has the wisdom of the Gods & the heart & soul of the Angels, someone who anyone would be proud that she was in their life !! Watching this has in some way made me just a little bit better of a person & I thank her for that !!

[@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

[@erinnw.1057]

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

[@truecrime_and_everything_else]

OMG what an AMAZING woman... She has packed so much into her young life.. What a career.. I don't know how old she is now, but she looks very young still.. She is an inspiration! What a fantastic story for young woman, or indeed any of us who are facing adversity. Katrina, you are a strong beautiful woman... And don't ever blame yourself for any decisions you made when you were younger.. we have all been there.. you were trapped and I would hope that if this happens today, that young woman have more options to find help.. What a mother you must be.. Your daughter's are I am sure, so proud of you x

[@user-rs6bi5rq1f]

Love the Assistant DA. Great women!

[@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.

[@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

[@n0tofthisw0rld]

These 2 women are quite a team! Katrina is just absolutely amazing! So strong! I'm so sorry that she didn't get true justice and that is scary and heartbreaking!

[@jovosedlar3395]

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

[@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.

[@heavnli_goddess6052]

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

[@mariannenapoles146]

Oh my god. This is the best documentary I ever saw.

[@jessicamorales2555]

What an incredible and beautiful story. I could not hold my tears

[@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!

[@TAGMZs63]

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

[@wendydebois1685]

Wow, Im so proud of your courage and strength Katrina! What a amazing woman you are!!🌹🌺🥀

[@michelle7377]

Such an incredible lady, so inspirational. It's an honor to have seen your story. Much love to you girl!!! ❤ I don't know you but I could not be more proud of you!!!

[@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

[@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 !

[@nicb4130]

What courage and tenacity. Thank you for sharing.

[@SpacecatMoonbeam]

What an absolutely amazing, beautiful, strong, hero of a woman. I hope the rest of her life is everything she wants and deserves it to be.

[@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

[@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!

[@suzannespitulski3346]

The best story. Thank you for finding this amazing woman and inspiring the rest of us with it. A Queen, indeed.

[@Carefree_Stephanie]

Katrina Brownlee is a beautiful black QUEEN who fought the fight and won the VICTORY. May God continue to bless and protect her always 🙏🏼

[@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

[@dianawatton7570]

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

[@kendaljohnson7273]

I have goosebumps. You are such an inspiration Katrina. So proud and happy how far you have come. I’m sorry about all the hardships you have gone thru

[@justinbehrenshausen1653]

This is hands down my favorite 48 hours I’ve seen. Katrina is INCREDIBLE!!! So much love for her

[@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?

[@JessicaBeee]

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 !

[@user-zu8zu2gp9s]

Lady you are the most beautiful inspirational Woman I've ever seen. You are so blessed and one of a kind. Thank you for sharing your struggles with the world ❤

[@MoExplainsIt]

This woman’s resilience and ability to see it through are remarkable

[@rigormoe197]

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

[@HettieB5270]

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

[@peppiholliday4525]

This is the third time that I have watched her story and each time it gives me inspiration and insight into her strength and also the prosecutor who would never give up on her. God bless Katrina and forever you will be in my debt

[@Southernislander601]

She is absolutely gorgeous. Her beauty most certainly matches her strength. Blessings to her and her children. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@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! 😊

[@joannedevine9014]

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

[@nextupafrica9897]

Wow! What an incredible woman Katrina is and the DA has my full respect. You two were destined to change lives. I cried the entire show. May both women continue to inspire the next generations