He Burned his House Down with his Wife Inside

In a small town in Kansas, the Seacat family, Brett, Vashti and their two children, happily lived. One early morning a fire destroyed the home, with Vashti still inside. Brett was quick to say she had started it herself, she had been suffering. However, sure didn't look that way.
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[@keithdevlin1]

*Kudos to the judge for remaining composed during that tirade and for not throwing the gavel at Brett's prodigious melon.*

[@kimcwhite6509]

Kevin, you should see the Wisconsin judge sentencing Chandler Halderson (young man who killed his parents, dismembered them, and scattered them around) yesterday! Mike made a video about Chandler about a month ago. The judge was so composed. I wasn't sure I wanted to watch for the length of time it was, but the crime was particularly hideous. After watching the trial, I needed to see the sentencing. It was fantastic!👏

[@sunshine3914]

Just letting him dig his own grave. I would have countered with, “Dude, have you listened to your 911 call?!”.

[@keithdevlin1]

@@kimcwhite6509 Thanks for the recommendation Kim!

[@OURWORLD4EVER]

😂😂

[@Faristol7]

Keith: He 'threw the gavel' at him just by the look he gave him as he sentenced him!

[@rars0n]

She filed for divorce days before "killing herself" by shooting herself and setting the house on fire. Yeah, as soon as you hear she filed for divorce just days prior, you know exactly what happened.

[@coleworld4385]

And, why do both? Most mothers would not do this in a place where her children might happen to walk in on her. Most mothers also would not destroy the home of her children. Most mothers want life to continue as normal as possible without her in it. This man is just disgusting.

[@DemocracyOfficer2485]

You haven’t watched a lot of crime cases have you? That is totally reasonable for a person commiting a crime. May not apply for this case but ya mothers kill their children a lot.

[@DemocracyOfficer2485]

@@coleworld4385 no lol literally no being a mother doesn’t change it. Check other nurse stories and crime statistics.

[@milojohnson6068]

So she filed for divorce, shot herself and burned the joint down? That's hardcore.

[@kateqaysaneah5979]

Plus, have you ever tried burning a house down WITHOUT a fresh bullet wound? It’s nearly impossible!

[@dennisfranklin6499]

That lady was absolutely drop-dead gorgeous... God bless her precious babies. The whole situation is sad as hell

[@lanitaaltom3224]

Has anyone took notice how absolutely gorgeous so many of the women/girls are who are murdered over the years? Everytime i watch these crime shows i am truly astonished #1 of the number of females who have been killed and #2 how beautiful they are and usually very intelligent, good students, and good daughters. This world will never know what wonderful things they would have brought with them as they grew up and done what they loved doing. So so sad.

[@cindyweir9645]

Wow, the things he said to the judge who had yet to sentenced him shows the depravity of this narcissist. Thanks Mike

[@antpaste]

The judges response was perfect.

[@simonaclutter3138]

I don’t think I’d be able to handle these stories without the humor. They are so dark and twisted. You are an incredible story teller. Thank you Mike

[@jamilacole7602]

Ok:)❤❤❤❤❤

[@antoniopodesta8738]

The first time I watched one of these videos I was offended by the humour. Talking about people being murdered and having a laugh was not my cup of tea, but now I agree with you. The jokes makes the storylines much easier to the ear.

[@22ergie]

100...

[@DPSFSU]

Ya, real life can be a little..too real sometimes. Jokes aren't always needed. Especially in serious cases. I know what you mean though.

[@valerielevasseur8674]

I’ve taken most true crime out of my routine since I noticed it was stressing me out. Mike stays, because the humour comes with compassion, which together make it possible to find insight in the ruins.

[@maxheadroom4659]

What an ego on Brett. You can tell by how he points his finger at interrogators and the open contempt in court. Narcissism. This is exactly the kind of dude you do NOT want as a police officer.

[@milojohnson6068]

Yo Max whatever happened to your girl Maxine Legroom? Just asking for a friend.

[@Kari.F.]

Police officer OR spouse. Or neighbor or coworker or...

[@jennross6466]

In the photos of him he looked so smug and full of himself. UGH.

[@ComradeCrab93]

Acab

[@BAW47]

🎯

[@SerenityChaos1975]

This guy is one of the most delusional and despicable narcissists I have ever seen and I watch a lot of true crime. Poor Vashti, she almost managed to get away from and start a new life. RIP

[@razztazz1982]

The arrogant way he was bully pointing at that Investigator who accused him, you just know he's most likely mistreated many in the custody of his authoritive position.

[@Heathcoatman]

Yep, which is why he became law enforcement

[@claudiat.2662]

We love you too Mikey!

[@markmike7933]

Almost only counts in nuclear wars :)

[@tinawindham6958]

Horseshoes

[@DocBree13]

“This is what a crazy person does.” That was the only truthful thing he said in that interview.

[@danayager]

A common theme of crime shows is how ‘normal’ the murderer seemed. He would know this being a cop.

[@sunnyboknow]

A narcissist never wants the kids out of love and or protection, it’s to consistently fight and torture the other person.

[@TeemoQuinton]

Must be why so many woman do that to the kids in divorce proceedings... dude its excessively common

[@shydreamguyman4098]

Then Why do women almost always end up with the kids in a divorce ?

[@mjamja1061]

and use the poor kids as pawns😔

[@mandarina4157]

The moronity of these responses… Up until the beginning of the 20th century, it was men that got the custody most of time, because women were literally not allowed to own shit or have money etc in order to take care of the children. It is only with the emancipation of women and the beginning of WW1 (where all the responsibilities that men had until that moment were put on women, or else the society would collapse on itself, since most men went to war), that it was decided that hey, just let’s make women take care of the kids. And then it became the norm, because of the whole ‘maternal figure’ bs. Y’all comments only show how much hatred you have for women, responding completely unrelated bs to the original comment. PS: even when given custody, most women do not literally withhold kids from their exes, like this man said he would do. Y’all clowns

[@rosenrot234]

I had a buddy once. Their Dad was a narcissist but I guess their narcissism translated to "I made these kids so they are perfect and I love them very much" instead of what narcs usually do.

[@thandocezula9219]

I love how the judge didn't even bother responding to his nonsensical utterances and instead let the gavel do the talking on his behalf!

[@VioletJoy]

That was the best response.

[@bbe3034]

Yes, he’s pretty stupid, too. He talks to the Judge like that and then he gets life in prison with no chance of parole.

[@angelad7302]

So satisfying.

[@Truthall]

BUT HE DID RUNN FOR ELECTION

[@milojohnson6068]

I also let my gavel do the talking.

[@somethingelse4424]

"Brett Seacat knows that Brett Seacat didn't do what they say Brett Seacat did." -Brett Seacat

[@ysph]

Kick 'is ass, Sea Bass!

[@SuzieQGirl]

😂👊😂

[@LifesPeachy321]

Brett Seacat thinks very highly of Brett Seacat and doesn't think anyone would have the gull to find Brett Seacat Guilty! I don't think anyone thinks as highly of Brett than Brett himself!

[@JourneywithSuzie]

Right. Strange choice to speak of yourself in third person.

[@vickrykayser3129]

When someone speaks of themselves in the third person, there's something not quite right in the old noggin. 🤔

[@IsisNiko]

"I fought HARD... to keep us together" *never goes to marriage counseling*

[@MichaelAS-el1xo]

Marriage counseling is known to be unfair towards the men in the marriage.

[@alekhidell3644]

@@MichaelAS-el1xo Really? "Known" by whom, and in what sense?

[@MichaelAS-el1xo]

@@alekhidell3644 By anyone who has ever been involved and by the countless men who are demonized by marriage counselors. If you don't know this you haven't been paying attention.

[@alekhidell3644]

@@MichaelAS-el1xo You're right, I haven't been paying attention - no reason to. So I'll have to take your word for it. I just have a thing about anecdotal evidence being asserted as something that's "known" as if it were established fact.

[@MichaelAS-el1xo]

@@alekhidell3644 I have a problem with people who speak on things they admittedly don't pay attention to. The diamond industry throws away billions of diamonds every year too. That's known and established. Wanna speak on that too?

[@irishrover2251]

I love how shy you were a couple of years ago and how we have watched you grow as a writer and presenter. You now own that screen and crack good old one liners better than any Irish man I know. SO well done Mike congrats ps. We love ya too.

[@MrTaxiRob]

I do miss Captain Conspiracy tho

[@YoureMrLebowski]

@@MrTaxiRob me too. maybe the captain will make it a comeback

[@ewetoo]

yeah he's come a long way hasn't he

[@chriskibodeaux9818]

I’ve watched his first to his most recent he was never shy!

[@thegoodmommabear1001]

Love your show Mike! Keep them coming and let’s always give it a gew! My favorite KZbin channel ❤️

[@Undertaker67203]

We live in Kingman County Kansas. My father was in law enforcement and knew Bret SeaCat’s father. My wife knew Vashti and was called for jury duty for this trial. Thankfully, the trial was postponed and she wasn’t called for the second round. This was a horrible case and I am so happy he will spend the rest of his life behind bars.

[@SacredDreamer]

You can keep her memory alive when you get involved in charity work xx

[@acsentu8]

I didn't think you could know the person, and sit on jury duty, even vicariously.

[@Undertaker67203]

@@acsentu8, she recieved a jury summons, she never sat on the jury. The trial was postponed and when a new set of jury summons went out, she did not receive one. Besides, with a county population of 7,300 people it’s likely there will always be some connections.

[@julietteoscaralphanovember2223]

Wouldn't your wife have to excuse herself if she was called again? Or are you allowed to know the person on trial and the victim? Wondering because I never heard of this coming up before

[@Undertaker67203]

@@julietteoscaralphanovember2223 , most likely. That was her plan anyway. She was happy when they postponed the trial

[@ShenanniegansGaming]

Thank you for using the victim's name in the title and not the murderer. All the light should shine on the victim. Monsters don't need any more attention.

[@davidreppert4216]

I live in the county this happened. He was seen buying gasoline an hour or two before the fire. He was also investigated involving a death in a Sedgwick County Jail of a drunk person while he was law enforcement there. I think the guy slipped and fell repeatedly.

[@virgomoons]

Sounds like she wasn't his first murder, terrifying

[@iamwandaful1829]

I wish this info could have been in the report. I guess the smoke I was smelling was the smoke he was blowing up our arses! Thank you for this post.

[@abegarfield7030]

I think the cheese fell off his cracker a long time ago.

[@your_belief_vs_everything]

Sedgwick Co jail is notorious for abuse and mistreatment of inmates. They regularly housed up to 20 females in 1 holding cell for days at a time.

[@Littlexlittle.]

So at first I was on the fence, this tipped me to the other side for sure.

[@MickMcGarnackle]

Mike, I have a request: Please do a video about the murder of Jaren Lockhart. She was a dancer who worked in a club in the French Quarter in New Orleans. She was killed and dismembered by Terry Speaks and Margaret Sanchez. Margaret Sanchez had not only been friends with Addie Hall (a girl who several years prior was killed and dismembered in NOLA by a guy named Zack Bowen -- they found her remains in an apartment above Marie Labeau's Voodoo Shop), but she was also the stepsister of one of my closest friends back during my high school/college days. Believe me when I tell you that she was the last person that I or anyone who knew her around that period of her life would've expected to be involved in a murder. I've read multiple articles about the case, but I believe that you could turn up a lot of information about the case, the victim, and the perpetrators that many of us are not aware of. Please consider this request, especially since you have so few videos about cases in the New Orleans area and Louisiana in general. If this sounds like an interesting case to any of y'all in the comments section, please like this comment in the hopes that enough interest will convince Mike to make a video about this case. Either way, I'll always be a fan and I love love LOVE what you do, Mike. This is hands-down my favorite KZbin channel, true crime genre or otherwise. You are a total pro at what you do, your delivery and editing are impeccable, you seem like a very likeable guy, and I hope you keep making these videos for as long as humanly possible. You've earned every single one of your 500M+ views. Thanks again for giving so many of us the chance to give these cases a goo!

[@shilobutton5485]

I'm very interested in hearing about this. All the elements are there, even voodoo. I'm gonna Google it

[@MickMcGarnackle]

@@shilobutton5485 Wikipedia it too. Louisiana news outlets are notoriously light on the finer details of such cases.

[@malcolmphillips9010]

Yeah he should do this. I am surprised he hasn't seen this.

[@annaverdin1939]

Wanna hear some crazy shit???? I was in jail when Margaret Sanchez rolled into jail, and boy did she talk! Im pretty sure she was high of her ass on xanax or something and she had some tall tales to tell with her green ass hair!!!

[@riggs20]

He has a large notebook of suggested cases. He’s shown it in a later video, but I can’t remember which one. I’m sure he’ll consider this one too, but there are a lot of other ones in there as well. It’s really sad when you think about how many cases are out there!

[@ginger7344]

Our boys looking fine today 🥰 I’ve never seen a creator as adored by such faithful fans. You can really feel the love in the comment section.

[@troods8110]

Right? Nice shirt, looking very spify!

[@Torahboy1]

Mike’s a total knob-throb. I’m tempted to start my own killing spree, just so he would ‘do’ me. Let’s give it a goo!

[@ginger7344]

@@Torahboy1 lol I’ve never heard “knob throb” before 🤣🤣

[@mallorycannon3011]

I'm no psychiatrist or investigator, but when he said " I didn't do this. I wouldn't f*** my kids like this." I could see right through it. He's the worst liar ever.

[@ash_tray]

Right? Like instead of saying “I’m a cop, I would never take a human life especially not the love of my life and also risk killing my children.” It would’ve been much more believable

[@excedrinworldwide]

Chris Watts-level acting

[@ash_tray]

@@excedrinworldwide for real! Barely even tried

[@patj462]

Thought the same - this is also the time he points his 'cop-finger' at the prosecutors A lot of cops/authorities react that way - if you DARE to confront them with their own obvious wrong-doings

[@mallorycannon3011]

@@patj462 so true

[@claymac7895]

You can see his instant reaction to being challenged is to get aggressive and bully his way out of it. He’s pointing his finger in the detectives face and scolding him and you can kind of see in the middle of it he catches himself and realizes he can’t intimidate homicide detectives.

[@fabiwilliams4644]

He's trying to take back control when the finger's been pointed in his direction

[@jessicamazariegos749]

I have a feeling he wasn’t very likeable in the department

[@eveningstar1]

No doubt how he treated his (ex)-wife

[@jeniphirtaylor-mcintire81]

Did anyone on earth with connected brain cells actually believe for one single second that a woman with two little kids who had just filed for divorce found dead in a housefire from multiple gunshot wounds had killed HERSELF??? I never cease to be amazed by how these men think they are so damn smart *they'll* be the one to get away with killing their spouse.

[@TheSunnydaze13]

due to stigma regarding womens mental health aka “hysteria” back in the day. absolutely negating all the contextual clues and only focusing that she had struggled in the PAST so she MUST be crazy. it’s crazy the mental gymnastics some of these men go through

[@bry4095]

A gunshot wound.

[@blurrypotato4573]

@@bry4095 she was shot multiple times

[@bry4095]

@@blurrypotato4573 Says what your delusions?

[@gaaraxnaru]

I agree, but the multiple gunshot wounds was due to the fire setting the gun off, not Brett.

[@dicruz8536]

OOOhhh, this guy is a real psycho. That statement he read in court was full of manipulative venom, which he thought an 'innocent',' good' man would be feeling...all self-righteous and vindictive, but it's not what an innocent man, who lost his wife tragically, would be saying at all. He is SO guilty and the most horrid type of pscho. Thanks so much, Mike, for bringing these stories to life.

[@direktive4]

fits the bill when you remember he was a cop

[@snowy7408]

I disagree.. there is so much that was left out. 1) where are the fingerprints stating that he wrote it both the letter or cover of the diary.. there isn't any. 2) if he and his kid's were sleeping on the couch and smelled smoke why wouldn't he take his boy's and himself ou. 3) if you have a upstairs of the house blazing with fire, how are you going to get upstairs while getting chokes out with flames and smoke. You're not going to be able to do that. 4) once again no fingerprints on the diary or gas can that proves that this guy did it.. especially when he couldn't get upstairs.. Would you be able to climb a set of stairs when there is smoke all around you? And seeing that the upstairs was totally engulfed with flames.. you wouldn't be able too. A person can only go so far without being engulfed with smoke.. Lots of things to think about..

[@cosmokwong1262]

No wonder she wanted a divorce, everything out of his mouth was shit.

[@christinesbetterknitting4533]

@@snowy7408 You are skipping over the clear and consistent motive and vicious attitude he displayed towards her even after his children were motherless. Means, motive and opportunity, along with witnesses of his handling of the journal at his workplace settles the case without doubt. Don't need fingerprints to seal his guilt.

[@direktive4]

@@snowy7408 fire likely destroyed fingerprints where it was hottest, and it's possible he forced her to write the final page under duress.

[@seanplace8192]

All I heard in Brett's final speech was: "Me, me, me, me, I'm such a victim, me, me, me, you all hate me, me, me, me". Not even a second of his speech was dedicated to the memory of his wife which he apparently loved very much...?

[@AutumnSwift2]

Good job on practicing your singing in the comments. 😂

[@DemocracyOfficer2485]

Except he talked about his kids… ya weird you missed that whole part

[@jroeglin0729]

There is no way this woman would have killed herself and also risked killing her own kids by setting the house on fire. I didn't even need to hear any evidence against him to know he did it. What a pos.

[@nrvouspotatoe1519]

I love it when they refer to themselves in the third person. It's like the royal 'we'. Just adds a little more narcissism to the whole deal.

[@4thamendment237]

Yup. Exactly. As if...

[@abegarfield7030]

Halving the blame? "I wasn't just me. He did it too."

[@lifewithrini]

lmao the absolute audacity of this man- imagine that if he's saying this stuff to the court and to the judge, what did he say behind closed doors? This man was clearly abusive. In the interrogation he made it so obvious he planned it and had to calm himself down more than once, one time mentioning how he made it clear to Vashti that he would "fight for his children" but I think it's pretty obvious he left that part out and simply told her that under no circumstances would he not get them. She was right to fear for her life.

[@julietteoscaralphanovember2223]

Hey Mike, hope you're doing well. Thanks for the years of great videos and all the hard work you do to bring these stories to us. Have a great day!

[@ThatChapter]

Thank you so much, Joanna!

[@amypanddirtytoo1926]

@@ThatChapter I second that Joanna! Also, thanks a lot Mike, don't know whether to love you or hate you for this......I now do the Life Insurance dance at random moments during work.🤣🤣🤣 Although I have gotten Colleen to do it with me.......

[@annieabfab6258]

👌🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️🇦🇺🐨

[@RaccoonNation]

Raccoon Nation agrees ❤️☀️🦝

[@jessicagriffith1593]

Vashti was a regular customer at a store I used to work at in Wichita. This story shocked me when it happened. So completely senseless.

[@Joe-p9l]

No she wasn’t lol

[@misha6473]

Anyone else instantly hit the like button? Even before Mike starts speaking… cause you know it’s gonna be THAT good?!! Thanks, as always, Mike!

[@ecthelion222]

No… bc some cases make me sad and I hit dislike. The algorithm doesn’t care a like or dislike still draws it to broaden the amount it advertises the channel by popularity which is measured in both likes and dislikes and then recommends the highest numbers to the most people with similar interest likes and dislikes in a variety of ways. It’s just how it works. I’d really rather hear the story first. Which I hit is just an opinion click it gives his channel more attention either way.

[@BluKittenExtensions]

Always!!

[@dorothyhansen4374]

Still amazed how many young people still keep journals or diaries...so helpful in murder mysteries.

[@Benji-jj2bg]

Mostly just people who go to therapy. It's a method therapists advise their patients to do.

[@magsandcheese9405]

Hearing you say “Hey you, and welcome!” makes my day every time 😭

[@patriciatutaki3322]

Isn't it amazing how his family, or more specifically his brother, would try to defend the indefensible, and even lie under oath about his sister inlaws state of mind ... especially as he must know of her love for her kids, and what a vindictive prick his brother can be?

[@Rugelacharugula]

The same vindictive prick he's defending. Apples and the tree and all that.

[@robsengahay5614]

Their parents did an amazing job.

[@miogi0072]

And that's stating it mildly!

[@smcmary1757]

The brother's "reasons" for thinking Vashti was depressed made me roll my eyes. According to him, she looked like she had lost weight, and she looked tired. It was a well-established fact that she was trying to lose weight plus she was a mother to two small boys which would make anyone tired.

[@fantastictoad8853]

Vashtis mom Julie Forrest was my babysitter when I was little. Vashti was several years older than I was and when she would get home from school, we would go feed these baby raccoons they were caring for. She was someone I really looked up to.

[@theladyinblack3055]

I’m so glad sorry for your loss!! Vashtis sounded like a wonderful woman! She seemed very kind from Mike’s story and your story about feeding the raccoons just confirms that! There was a big discussion in one of the threads as to whether people found Mike’s storytelling respectful to the victims and their families and friends. I would be very interested to hear your take on the matter, since you knew her and it seems you were fairly close at one time - if it’s not too much to ask of you.

[@fantastictoad8853]

@@theladyinblack3055 Vashti was kind, beautiful, and popular. Her mother was amazing. Vashtis death wasn't the first tragedy Julie and the family had to endure. Julie's son and Vashti's brother older by two years Weston died in a terrible car crash in 1990. The family has been through a lot. After Vashti was killed, her siblings tried to get custody of her boys from Vashti's mother Julie. Julie wasn't having that though. She said they weren't fit to raise the boys. She's absolutely right! They were mainly after the money that goes with the boys. Julie will take great care of her grandsons. She took great care of me and I wasn't even her daughter.

[@fantastictoad8853]

@@josephmarzullo what is wrong with you?! Oh you are primitive!

[@redelfshotthefood8213]

Sorry for your loss.

[@vipset87]

@@fantastictoad8853 im so sorry. she genuinely look like a kind person just from her pictures alone. her mom must be one strong woman to have endured all that and then on top of losing 2 of her children, the remaining tried to take custody solely for $. Those kids lost both parents that night and a lifetime of dark experiences. glad theyre in good hands now

[@xliquidflames]

As soon as that last page came on screen the first time, I said, "That's forged." It looked inconsistent like it was traced and/or someone took their time with every letter. What a monster. Expertly presented, as always. Looking forward to the next one.

[@kbf9644]

The lean of the writing was all over the place. Like half a sentence slated back and the last half slanting forward. That’s just not how it happens.

[@PaulNunez404]

Yeah yeah, an expert of hand writing is in the comments y’all

[@xliquidflames]

That guy above with the scammy username said, "Yeah yeah, an expert of hand writing is in the comments y'all" How would you know what I do for a living? Wait, is that you, Tim? I have told you so many times to stop following me around on the internet. This is the last straw. I'm filing that restraining order. And that username isn't fooling anyone. You were busted for scamming once already. Does your psychiatrist know you've relapsed? I guess you dropped out of those GED night classes or you'd know that "handwriting" is a compound word. Anyway, we fired you from being our janitor at the handwriting lab for a reason, Tim. Contact me again and I will alert the authorities.

[@coryCuc]

Makes you wonder about all those "experts" that are put on the stand. This is obviously forged, even to the layperson, yet the defense put on an "expert" that testified that the writing was consistent with her handwriting and not forged. You can get anyone to testify about anything for the right amount of $$.

[@darknebula310]

Mike is the absolute boss of corny humor and we are all here for it 🙌

[@colt_of_the_occult]

100% here for it!

[@commandershepard9601]

I had a thought for a scary movie scene. A serial killer is recording his latest kill, in the background you hear the theme music for this KZbin channel, as the killer kills the victim they turn the camera around and say "Here's another one for you Mike, give it a goo"

[@kristiskinner8542]

@@commandershepard9601 ya gotta work "tree" in there somehow lol

[@commandershepard9601]

@@kristiskinner8542 lmao will do.

[@bekkismith5643]

It's Irish humour Not remotely corney

[@void9938]

It's so amusing how narcissists always presume that others act with the same motivations they do.

[@heatherlindsey971]

“The thief is always afraid of being robbed.” - Someone

[@LaylaSpellwind]

Narcissistic personality disorder can make empathy very hard. Imagining what motivates others just doesn't cross your mind.

[@claudiacolletti6230]

@@heatherlindsey971 ķ

[@sammi3933]

it’s human nature, most people just assume everyone sees things the way they do, because that’s the only perspective they think of. I feel like you have to realize that other people have different point of views due to experiences/genetics to be able to not be blinded by your own point of view

[@LadyGodiva7460]

Until it's NOT amusing...

[@jensalazar2303]

Wow at the end the way he refers to him self as a third person is so creepy, way to go Mike another great video, your my hero!!!

[@Bonsoirmonamie]

It’s “in the third person”, not “as a third person” Not being a jerk! Just some info

[@AspireGMD]

Major narcissist vibes.

[@madsdee7803]

As if he never hurt her either, for her to be divorcing him he obviously did. Sociopath

[@Mario7p]

@Truth Fighter I think that as well, it's not that kind of "third person" vibe. But the BIG narcissistic vibe came about when he sentenced the judge to hell lmao (the gall)

[@jonathanpanczyk6953]

you're

[@coreencasey5109]

Blows my mind that people, even police officers think they can murder and walk free. Those little boys have lost both their parents, I hope someone is caring for them and loving them. Thanks again Mike for a great story.

[@steverogers2603]

There’s an old saying that cops make the worst criminals.

[@dzekadzenan6977]

"Nearly 185,000 cases of homicide and non-negligent manslaughter went unsolved from 1980 to 2019"

[@MultiTHEJOKER]

at least he didn’t kill his kids like chris watts did

[@beckbabej]

Her parents have the kids, he was whining about it at the sentencing, shown at the end of the video.

[@izzie3484]

cops do murder people and get away with it they are the worst criminals state sanctioned violence and extortion-biggest gang

[@XavierIsraelMatamoros]

Tazing an old man who already has his arm twisted behind his back. Yeah, he's not a psychopath capable of killing his wife.

[@SaviorInTheSun]

That's exactly what I as thinking! The old man was under control, no longer resisting, all while Brett is fumbling with his stun gun and shot him after he has already given up. Asshole!

[@amityislandchum]

Domestic abuse and murder is so common among cops. They're all more than capable of it for sure.

[@Crazyjn]

An old man with a gun. Did you not listen or are you deaf? Obviously guy is crazy for killing his wife, but doesn’t have anything to do with him tackling a older dude. The guy he tackled was older, but doesn’t mean he couldn’t and wouldn’t have killed everyone in that court. 🤷🏻‍♂️💯

[@XavierIsraelMatamoros]

@@Crazyjn No, didn't hear it. Excuse me all to hell

[@Benji-jj2bg]

You ever try to detain someone? Lol go try let me know how that goes.

[@dial_onn]

"If that's your big problem. I think your ok. Trust me, your fine." You'll never truly know how many were in need of those words of encouragement.

[@gingerale1861]

For him to say Brett SeaCat never yelled at her… would be a lie. There is no way he never yelled at her especially going through a divorce. It’s weird how narcissists just think all they have to say is “they are a saint” and everyone will believe them.

[@praisethesun69]

and the phrasing too. "I never *even* yelled at her" as if it wouldn't be wrong if he did

[@bry4095]

No evidence he did.

[@MsSonali1980]

@@praisethesun69 I have yelled at so many people because they are sometimes annoying, and I still haven't killed them. The "logic" of narcs is really twisted. They think they are master manipulators just because they are constantly lying and getting away with it.

[@MoMotivation0304]

Yes narcissist and sociopath tied up in one person.

[@betzybrethour334]

He was a cop detective, that’s how they are , they think they are smarter better then most people

[@beatrixjones2982]

I never get tired of this guy. He takes us on a journey and does a magnificent job of walking us through the events with just the right amount of humor and detail to keep things interesting.

[@howiegruwitz3173]

He's so dedicated he'll commit the crimes himself if he ever runs out of material

[@snuffelsuf]

same here... hes fun..

[@-danR]

And he has a bottomless pit of creativity in his unexpected zig-zags and accompanying expressions. Kansas "you've been clamoring for more... _exotic_ locations so... you're _welcome!_ " Gosh, thanks Mike. I was expecting... "sorry about that..."

[@spencer6601]

I agree his layout and style works yet makes if unique every time it's never boring haha

[@snuffelsuf]

It's his Irish charm.. And he's good looking

[@auburnanger6679]

Not once does he talk about any grief in regards to losing her it's all about him. Love your take on these Mike. Glad we had a goo!

[@ricktherrien8235]

Just a little tidbit of information about people who talk about themselves in conversation and not referring to this comment about not expressing his grief. But people use to talk about themselves all the time in relation to someone’s topics. Such as if someone tells a story about fishing a person would reply with talking about their love for fishing or a story about when they fished. It was a way to relate to the person and show your interested. But if someone says they caught a 12 pound bass and someone has to reply with a story about catching a 14 pound trout they are trying to one up the person and being self absorbed. If someone tells a story about how they love fishing and a person says they love fishing to and just reiterates with the same expression they are trying to be the Center of attention. You have to know communication and why we talk. People who talk about themselves are not always egotistical sometimes people talk about themselves as a way to communicate and show interest and because they relate and are trying to show the person who they are and to get close to the other person by showing they care and that they to enjoy what the other does in order to display themselves to the other as a way for them to get to know them.

[@auburnanger6679]

@@ricktherrien8235 definitely, I agree. It is important to learn how to communicate and not to compete when people talk. From what I remember about this video, this was not the case. It was not him one upping anyone either. It was about him wanting the attention

[@ricktherrien8235]

@@auburnanger6679 yes you are right. He was trying to make it out as if he was being profiled and that he was the victim. There is not emotion in his voice when he is talking about the incident. He had a plan and he was sticking to it and because he was fabricating the whole thing you could hear the almost robotic tone to his voice because his words where pre established leaving no room for emotional expression.

[@abegarfield7030]

That's the first thing to look for. Notice how the McCanns weren't bothered by the fact that their daughter had died? They just wanted to appear innocent of the crime, which they didn't do a very good job of.

[@TheTenthDoctorandHisTardis]

It’s always a good idea to tell the judge he framed you right before he sentences you. 😂

[@williamclark9280]

Let's give it a goo !! Happy weekend to everyone and hope everyone is doing well !

[@ThatChapter]

Happy weekend William!

[@scottal]

What a nice message! Thanks William, have a great weekend yourself! 😀

[@troods8110]

Hope you're well too!

[@damienkarney2251]

Best comment of the day. Legendary 🙏

[@mariebernier3076]

Enjoy yours, William!

[@ilikebread4436]

Sitting down to eat for the first time alone in my new place after having to move across country from everyone I know. Very comforting having Mike to join me.

[@kimmoran4437]

Good luck in your new place!

[@ilikebread4436]

@@kimmoran4437 thank you.

[@jimc6687]

Mike has the greatest innate ability to report pertinent cases .......often the most horrid stories.........and deliver these in a very informative and often funny, entertaining fashion. Mike is a shining star and may be the best storyteller and researcher on the Internet these days! I absolutely look forward to his weekly fun twists and turns reporting. Keep 'em coming buddy! Jim C.

[@katiekane5247]

Agree!

[@jeffreycasey]

Mos Def!

[@emilybee2825]

Amen! And I love that he never gives a stupid ass “ trigger warning “ a true.. true crimer lol

[@jean-claudevandammit3371]

Amen to that! If ever I get bad news I want Mike to tell me it because he always has a great spin

[@DanDan-xj8ox]

Your husband or wife has clearly drained your body of testosterone.

[@froznpyro]

This was a pretty wild happening, even crazier to see Mike cover it. Never knew anyone that had a positive thing to say about the guy even before this all went down.

[@nicholaswarren834]

"There is blood everywhere" "I wouldn't do this to my kids EVER" (Even if there's a fire) This dude is literally quoting step brothers

[@thixiemattel]

Mike is at the very top of this ever widening, ever popular genre on KZbin. Often imitated but never duplicated. Thank you for your talent and effort. We appreciate you always. 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@kevindube7096]

He’s the absolute best. I stopped watching any one else who covers similar stories in 20-30 minute length videos because nobody does it with the wit & charm or personality he does it with while still being sympathetic and thorough

[@shadygirlxoxo]

Often imitated but never duplicated… you got that right!!!

[@manic2360]

Mike is the original. The rest just follow.

[@jejewa2763]

Try Mr Ballen, another great story teller on youtube

[@realeques]

@@kevindube7096 adrian from coffeehouse crime is definitely as good

[@LizC-hq6tt]

That right there tells u what kinda person he is... " I was gonna make sure she never seen the kids again " ANY parent that would say and do that to their children, is a sick individual. No matter how much the parents hate each other the CHILDREN should be their priority don't bash each other around your kids NO MATTER WHAT. Because your spouse is your spouse but to your children that's their Mommy or Daddy and trying to make your kids hate their parent for any reason is messed up.

[@SpecialBlanket]

Hate, yes. However if the ex is truly abusive, keeping the kid away and making age-appropriate disclosures is right.

[@LizC-hq6tt]

@@SpecialBlanket that isn't what's going on here..

[@chelseapthib36]

@@troyounce3295 found the misogynist!

[@LizC-hq6tt]

@@troyounce3295 It was a Man doing it, in this situation.. Either way, It's Not a feminine tactic it's just an ASS-HOLE Tactic.

[@christinematt5530]

Absolutely! I used to hear my patents fight & sometimes it sounded really awful but the idea of them killing each other for $ would’ve never happened. Great story & I’m sure y’all don’t wanna hear mine.. 😬

[@TrueCrime_n_Controversy]

Vashti was the most amazing person and mother. The way Brett really believed he would get away with this and that the world would believe him makes me sick. To make matters worse the boys still don’t have a relationship with Vashtis family. They are 14 and 16 now.

[@hurdygurdyman1905]

Wno got custody of them? Why not her family? Brett said it was a done deal.

[@jessicamazariegos749]

Why not?!

[@caittails]

I’m over here in Kansas taking care of 60 screaming elementary kids every day on spring break…my manager just brought me McDonalds and took my kids to the gym so I can eat, and my first move was “Oh hell yeah, I’m seeing if Mike’s put the Friday vid up.” Of course it ended up being a Kansas case, lol. This is a great way to take a break. ❤️

[@pamsam8933]

I just want to say thank you for taking care of 60 screaming elementary kids every day. I know you and all the teachers/caregivers don't hear it often enough... THANK YOU!

[@kathyinwonderlandl.a.8934]

Your manager is a keeper. ☺️

[@Samanthamoemoes]

God bless you for taking care of kids🙏 💜

[@Bb24138]

Mike, the fact you keep the same quality in every single video, twice a week and being a one man crew is amazing. Keep up the good work!! Love watching your videos when I'm at work

[@mariaday8040]

I love you too Mike !! Particularly for your attempt to explain what an overhead projector is to these youngens.

[@MrMatthewSir]

Hi Mike. Matt here. Huge fan. My wife and I love your videos. I have a suggestion for another video. Look into Marie Hillie from Anniston, Alabama (a riveting “black widow”story. She was a “loving” wife and mother who poisoned her husband to death, and attempted to kill her 2 children). Definitely worth it for you…you would ROCK it with this one. Deep peace of the running wave, Matt

[@danbeth420]

I like that you sign off with “I love you” I just discovered your channel but it’s quickly becoming my very favourite! Thanks for all your hard work and for being so genuine in a fake world!

[@Dannypopso]

Girl this is just the beginning. you gone be here for years

[@deniserossiter1059]

Welcome to the family Beth!!!

[@rockyrox4591]

I found Mikes Channel in the very beginning of COVID - and to be honest with you, I think Mike is the ONLY way I got through it !

[@seandelap6268]

Unfortunately its always the children who are caught in the middle of all this I don't understand how one parent could kill the other parent depriving the children of their mother if you love your children you wouldn't murder someone so precious to them and leaving them heartbroken and struggling to cope with their loss only an evil prick would do such a thing.

[@annacostello5181]

They are beyond rational thinking.

[@drsquashhead1656]

Exactly, a true loving parent would selflessly sacrifice anything and anyone.

[@crazychase98]

@@drsquashhead1656 sometimes its selfless to be selfish

[@excedrinworldwide]

And it's like, congratulations, now those kids don't have either parent

[@idorus]

@@excedrinworldwide that always makes me so mad even though obviously they are scum and not right in the head but they know about other cases like this and it most likely will end up in them going to prison

[@horrortackleharry]

Why would you ring 911 to say "There's a fire, my wife is upstairs and I'm about to try to get her out..." instead of just trying straight away? I think he wanted the dispatcher to say 'No don't do that!' to give him the excuse for not going up there at all.

[@IIISWILIII]

Yeah, he didn't really think that through much, did he?

[@archlich4489]

Good point.

[@333-u9o]

He's a complete idiot. He wasn't even coughing.. Made the 911 call half an hour after the neighbor heard the gunshot.. What a complete loser. Plus blaming the judge..

[@tomsinter2869]

Ya, the play by play was a give away to me too, sounded like a performance and an overacted one at that.

[@lonecapricorn9518]

Honestly he was a cop and that's how he calls 911. You would think his training would kick in and he would report facts first

[@timbeatty8411]

Another police officer who killed his wife. What a surprise

[@NASkeywest]

He didn’t care about his kids at all. For him, it was about “winning” and getting his way, that’s it.

[@BluKittenExtensions]

Right? That's exactly how people like Brett think, everything is either black or white, it's always a competition, and any perceived slight against them is grounds for retaliation. Telling her she'll never see the kids again for divorcing him? They're your children, dude, not chess pieces. You can't use them as tools to punish your wife for wanting to leave your narcissistic ass. (Well. You CAN. It's just a huge dick move.) I'm willing to bet Brett was, at the very least, verbally abusive towards Vashti, and she finally had had enough of his shit.

[@brentrichards1200]

It's definitely a horrible person that would use the kids against the other parent.

[@CBrown86]

Typical narcissist!

[@Carlton_Wilson]

Really? He knew that a seriously disturbed mentally ill, suicidal woman was going to raise his children after forcing him out of their lives.

[@juanitaschlink2028]

@@brentrichards1200 yup. My daddy told me the two most important decisions I will make in my life are what I do for a living, and who I have children with because I'll live with the consequences of those decisions every day of my life.

[@MarzannaMorana]

Boy, he REALLY thought this one out didn't he. He just forgot about no smoke in her lungs, someone possibly hearing a gunshot, no injuries from the fire when he's carrying her body... 🙄 A case of a true narcissist. If I can't have you, no one will. I hope her children are thriving in this world with family that truly loves them.

[@hunterwise9412]

It’s always a great idea to shit talk the judge BEFORE you are sentenced! As always Mike you are F-ING INCREDIBLE!!!! Thank you so much for the incredible content, narrating and videos....

[@serpicosghost]

I mean the sentence was guaranteed, there's no leeway in it for the judge. This guy was a complete psycho though, funny to see the judge just not even acknowledges nonsense

[@missjackson3223]

Lol !! Right !!

[@BabsisHere]

He IS the BEST!!! Love ya, Mike!!!!!

[@dot9000]

@@serpicosghost yep. The judge shut down that narcissistic shite right away. They hate when you ignore them. 🤣

[@Thatgirl1976]

So funny at the end when he said “he would have gotten away with it if it weren’t for the pesky police investigation” I almost expected him to say “if it weren’t for these pesky kids” haha

[@teslagirl1]

Narcissistic a holes aren't exactly known for truthfulness...or sincerity...or modesty...or empathy...and most of them are about as intelligent as a kitchen sponge. They see their children as both property and an extension of themselves. They see their spouse as simply property and will often attempt, sometimes successfully, to destroy what they cannot keep. And This guy is a perfect example of the type.

[@nancyyarbrough1445]

@teslagirl1; accurate post. You must know my x husband.

[@teslagirl1]

@@nancyyarbrough1445 Probably. I certainly encountered plenty of them in my school and working hours...I had a recently separated co worker who had put a tracker on his wife's phone while they were still together... "for times like this", had let himself in the house while she was away after their separation and installed cameras and listening devices in every room and bragged about how he was grilling his kids for information whenever he had them for visits. He was still laughing like a hyena with his equally narcicisstic sycophants while I walked out, got his wife's number from a friend in h.r. and called her. After being understandably shaken and furious, she realized there was a silver lining in the situation...she had a restraining order in place, which he had clearly violated in order to install the cameras...her father was in law enforcement, she told me...so were two of her brothers and a sister. She thanked me and said she was going to turn him into a cautionary tale. Heck, I was done with that job anyway.

[@nancyyarbrough1445]

@@teslagirl1 good story because of a great ending. Yeah! That's what you have to do. Gaslight them if possible and be done forever. Right? Who needs that job anyway! Thanks for listening.

[@brianhaygood183]

Those might be the easiest ones to spot, but there are also narcissists who are intelligent and even quite good at "taking care of" or "looking out for" those around them. Only their idea of doing that is to do what they see is best while ignoring everyone else's input. "I did it for your own good," kind of thing.

[@teslagirl1]

@@brianhaygood183 Yes. I know. My dad was like that. That less common type of narcissistic individual can hurt you so much worse because they are masters of emotional blackmail. I could fill an Olympic swimming pool with the tears my siblings and I cried and still have enough left over for a decent sized aquarium. And that takes into consideration that I got stubborn and stopped letting him and stepmom make me cry around 11 years of age.

[@jamesjoseph1249]

That guy's statement after trial was absurd. I wonder if he's a sociopath because there's no way a functioning person would connect the dots in the way he tried. He's also beyond stupid in the way he tried to get away with this.

[@LaPlaztique]

Add narcissist to that as well!

[@mariebernier3076]

Clearly narcissistic.

[@patj462]

why was it 'absurd' - haven't you seen the other NUMEROUS cases on the channel where it was the prosecution that had a SLIGHTLY 'absurd' understanding of 'justice'?

[@Mstr_Fahrenheit]

Every Tuesday and Friday, my best friend and I go "Have you seen the new Mike?".....we don't even call it That Chapter. We're here for you!! The detail and effort you put in and the humor to take the edge off a crazy work week, each week for all of us. I know everyone agrees, we're here for Mike. Sláinte!

[@verlinswarey507]

That’s cool

[@howthetubbiestelly]

“The new Mike”, omg!! That’s so cute! My mom and I say “have you seen the new ThatChapter?” but we watch it together and talk about the cases always. Love his energy so much

[@IDontTalkToCops]

It’s crazy when you see him being interviewed and he show’s absolutely no trauma, sadness, or concern for his dead wife.

[@grettageragi9598]

murderers always force themselves to breathe hard, act out of breath, but a person who’s really out of breath does not sound like they do. they should go sit in a pulmonologist’s office

[@WhatAWonderfulNameItIs]

And the…oh, hold on while I get a wet rag. Come on now!

[@mariebernier3076]

@@WhatAWonderfulNameItIs That rag was the worst!

[@ROT4RYfc3s]

"It takes us to Kansas... stop... I know you've been asking for more exotic locations, you're welcome " lmfao I love Mike

[@mamapoch1915]

Circumstantial evidence can be very compelling and definitely prove guilt beyond a shadow of a doubt. Sometimes it can prove guilt beyond ANY doubt. I think one of the most compelling pieces of evidence is the neighbor hearing gunshots half an hour before this monster called 911. Another story very well told, Mike! Thank you for all of the hard work you put into these videos!

[@cmr7854]

Rest in peace, Vashti.

[@darma99]

He is angry to the investigator, angry to the judge... and said never even yelling to his wife... yes, I believe you 100%

[@918kickinwing]

From "let's give a go" to "and there you have it", you never know what you're in for. Another great video.

[@andrewcrenshaw2459]

*goo fyp

[@Lola-AreaCode212]

"Goo" is "look".

[@ixadoodler8865]

quinkydink

[@BabsisHere]

I grew up listening to exactly how he speaks! It’s no coinkidink, I’m 2nd Gen American and my grandparents were a major part in my upbringing! Plus, I’ve gone there to visit family and basically came back with a brogue meself!!!! Hahaha

[@wackyoneone]

Those poor kids. What a twisted case. Thanks as always Mike.

[@myunknownland9272]

Love his finger at the investigator. He thinks it makes his view more powerful.

[@j_cara]

The only true crime channel I can watch comfortably without getting anxiety. Mike has a gift in presenting and delivering in a way that is perfectly balanced ❤️

[@hannesstan4066]

Same. Been watching him from the beginning! Great delivery and story teller with comedic timing!

[@lindleloverwatterson3484]

I accidentally took a nap while listening to Mike talking lol woke up and hit replay

[@keliicline8797]

why is when I watch other channels I feel like I cheating on good ol Mike?

[@hydras5947]

I feel anxious thinking of all the incels who will try to justify the murder in the comments :/

[@susufierce8149]

And a marvelous, sardonic sense of humor!

[@terriquinlan7683]

I don't know why anyone would say that you haven't brought enough stories from Exotic Locations. Why, from Bum Fluff Idaho to Nobody Lives in This Town Colorado, you've taken us on a wondrous trip of bizarre and scintillating weirdos. Even Albuquerque. 🙃

[@thegreencat9947]

Hey......I live in Idaho. Not in Bum Fluff...but close by. It's a lovely spot.Odd that you heard of it.

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

Brett: "I didn't start the fire. It was always burning." Attorney: "Since the world was turning?" Brett: "No, like where the judge is going."

[@Hey___you]

This is brilliant.

[@frankboff1260]

👍

[@matthewtricarico1682]

Props

[@Sheriden.]

Beautiful

[@groofay]

Okay, you win this comment section

[@LilAnnThrax]

As a mom who struggles with suicidal ideation I would *never* do something that could hurt my child. If it was just the gun shot, that's one thing but I don't see her starting a fire that could hurt or kill her kids.

[@Chartoise]

You should try to get some help for your suicidal feelings. There are very smart people who are thouroughly trained to help you. And they really can. If you have a leaky roof, you call a roofer. If you have a toothache, you call the dentist. You should not treat this problem differently. Just call the professional. They can help you. I hope the best for you.

[@LilAnnThrax]

@@Chartoise it was extremely awesome of you to take the time out of your day to comment. Thank you. Funny enough about a month after posting this comment I checked myself into a treatment center for my depression and SI. They helped me a lot. Yesterday I felt *happy* for a brief moment. I hadn't felt that inner happy for years. I hope Good things come for both of us!!

[@mariatorres9789]

Women kill their kids & themselves so the time. They can't stand the thought of what might happen to them, once they aren't there to protect them.

[@london_james]

It's hilarious how many people think they would get away with such poorly planned murder

[@motojunkie8348]

He was a cop in a town with a bunch of good ole boys. Chances are he thought that as long as he tried to make it look like a suicide then they'd have his back. That's how most of them think.

[@4thamendment237]

That's because they don't know how to do it for real because they're ignorant and naive. Most spouse murders are the only time the murderer ever killed anyone. And they're up against homicide detectives -- trained professionals who investigate and solve murder cases all day every day. That's all they do. For your average rookie like Seacat it's like getting into the ring with Mike Tyson. Yeah. Good luck with that. And narcissists like Seacat are always shocked to discover that they've been found out. Because they figured that they were always the smartest guy in the room. Every room. Even that courtroom. Give it up, Brett, and stick a fork in yourself because you're done.

[@sophocles8761]

It is the most obvious murder - the guy is a complete moron - she wrote such loving messages to her kids in the diary and sets house on fire where they are sleeping - wtf

[@shydreamguyman4098]

But the only charge i disagreed with was putting the kids in harm's way. he never would have let the kids be injured in that fire . i'd bet she had dirt on him that could have ruined him and at very least threatened to use it and we know she would have taken the kids and house but made him pay her bills for life . the laws are most always for the woman in a divorce . if he did it, i'm not condoning it but i understand why.

[@savagesalvage9449]

@@shydreamguyman4098 He would never let the kids be injured. Do you know this guy? You understand why he did it. Why does he have "dirt" that could "sink him" to begin with? If you told me the killer made a comment somewhere under this video and tasked me to point it out, yours would be the winner.

[@michritch3493]

It's interesting how many times I've seen a self-aggrandizing perpetrator talk about themselves in the 3rd person in court. It's quite odd. Screw loose, indeed. And once again, creative little surprises from Mike that inspire laughter. He has a gift. 😁👍🏻

[@jennifersierzant2152]

I came here to say the same. Most sociopaths speak in the 3rd person. Not to mention you can see it in his eyes

[@DanDan-xj8ox]

Mike should have done what I did when my wife asked for a divorce, I refinanced the house in the name remodeling and then abandoned her and the kids with a pocket full of cash to start a new life in Mexico. At least she's not dead and she doesn't have to lie to kids to get them to hate me like she otherwise would. But if I did want her dead I would just throw her off a cliff and say she oops she slipped instead of all the stupid nonsense the idiots in these videos attempt.

[@gaaraxnaru]

@@DanDan-xj8ox Dude. The "cliff accident" is also pretty common in the true crime community. Especially with couples that were known to be acrimonious. It's usually always seen as suspicious. Even if you manage to never be convicted for it, there will always be people out there doubting your version if events.

[@DanDan-xj8ox]

@@gaaraxnaru well of course her family and her "best friend" that always disliked you anyway are gonna try to paint you c as "guilty" but...

[@jupitercyclops6521]

@@gaaraxnaru Well ....... don't criticize without offering a better solution, How do you recommend we....I mean , he do it?

[@darinallen338]

He was my instructor at KLETC. He was the last person I saw before leaving campus, on the Friday before he killed Vashti. He was an strange cat.

[@angietrujillo5610]

Did he seem different ?

[@angietrujillo5610]

That day I mean

[@jaymeister4850]

A strange Seacat, yes

[@UrrmmWut...]

@Darin Allen what was he like? Was he laid back or did he have an attitude did he seem to be angry or have a quick temper? What types of things would he do to make u say he was a weird guy? Really would LOVE to know!

[@kcox9818]

@Darin Allen man I went through the year before and I always figured if anyone was going to kill anyone, it'd be Lehr

[@Smoorepainter]

That 911 call was over the top...anyone listneing to that had to know....Guilty "Let me get a wet rag....wtf, very realistic. . And that still head shot of this guy....screams. Did he say that he 'would do everything to could so that she wouldnt see the kids"? That says a lot.

[@roytetwart]

You've certainly hit the jackpot Mike with "That Chapter". You tell a great story and produce excellent commentary with seemingly no breaks or pauses. You are a very gifted man. Have you ever had professional training?

[@LukeMcGuireoides]

Training in what?

[@roytetwart]

@@LukeMcGuireoides Training in acting,presentin or performiIng in any any way.

[@buckeye5088]

Not really a hit the jack pot, more like built a jack pot through talent and hard work.

[@isabellind1292]

I think he's very talented. I'd rather listen to Mike tell the stories than the one's I see on shows like "Dateline NBC" who need 30 people to tell the story, say the most ridiculous things and require a host just to tell us when they'll return and when they've returned. So much for journalism. I'd rather to listen to an intelligent person who treats his audience w/intelligence and is gifted in holding his viewers attention.💓

[@opalfishsparklequasar8663]

🔸 The most important things cannot be taught. 🔸

[@mamapetillo8675]

Considering the fact that he’s a cop, yeah, he shouldn’t have been so sloppy. I feel that because he didn’t even try, it underlines how full of hatred he was. He could’ve controlled that situation easily. Kinda scary that a person could be so enraged by the mother of his children, that he’d resort to such a violent act. Hard to imagine.

[@bondickle]

That, or he barely tried because he was SO arrogant and sure he could get away with it... which is equally repugnant! Maybe being a cop gave him an inflated sense of ego and he felt they'd take his story on face value 😒

[@mamapetillo8675]

@@bondickle I dunno if he was arrogant, or just past caring. It is pretty common for law enforcement members (male and female), to be abusive in one form or another, toward their domestic partner. The force seems to assume this, and there’s built-in wiggle room for members. But all you have to do is see how much hell is unleashed when an officer is injured or killed, to know that they are treated very differently. I’m not knocking that; it’s actually not at all surprising, if just a little bit less than protecting and serving all equally. I have to wonder if he really expected some form of protection? Surely he wasn’t that divorced from reality. Or am I defining “reality” wrong?

[@milojohnson6068]

You've never been married then.

[@milojohnson6068]

@@mamapetillo8675 there's reality then there's copland

[@mamapetillo8675]

@@milojohnson6068 we’re reminded of this all too often. And it goes deep.

[@tiffanyvoerman]

My sister and I watch your videos religiously and we wanted to say that we hope you are also taking care and looking after yourself because we love you too ~ These cases can be so heavy so please often take time to give yourself a mental and emotional break

[@dubldip]

Thanks!

[@tannergill8462]

Thanks Mike, I'm in the hospital right now, expecting another lengthy stay. You really help me get through the days.

[@GiantsWS]

Stop fishing for pity from strangers on the Internet lol. Millions of people across the world are currently in the hospital - many in a worse condition than you. Nobody cares.

[@elizabethm3477]

Take Care! 🤗🤗🤗🤗 never mind the unhappy troll in here. Have a great day!

[@pinkyluv310]

Hope you’re good!

[@sunshine3914]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@scoobydoo1753]

Get well soon 😊

[@aaronburkhart6046]

Your "GIVE IT A GOO" intros keep getting better and better! Never gets old.

[@allengilby3054]

Mike and That Chapter are simply the best.

[@lilinsulatorchick9665]

Oh Mike Mike Mike.. years ago when I started watching true crime on KZbin, I found your channel and thought "wow, people pm KZbin really bring it with the story telling and entertainment!" After scouring the internet, and watching countless hours of coverage, I have to say, everytime I come back to you, it's a breath of fresh air. Ur channel is so much better that 90% of the content out there. Your adorbs, love the jokes, and love your attitude =) thanks buddy

[@wrfgradiofreegoodlandthefi5914]

Welcome back Mike. Look at you - returning with a colorful header, your unique sense of humor, and the entire case in a nutshell. "Seaman, seacat, kingman." Gotta love ya! Carry on. And thank you. XxxOoo

[@kyhampto1017]

Keep it up Mike !! Can tell you love what you do .I look forward to your new posts every week .thank you I appreciate you man .

[@moirabeast8381]

These videos are such a comfort. Not the stories themselves of course, but Mike and his wit☺️

[@magickmarck]

You're scary

[@vladimpaler9274]

🤔

[@moirabeast8381]

@@magickmarck I get that lmao

[@commandershepard9601]

I had a thought for a scary movie scene. A serial killer is recording his latest kill, in the background you hear the theme music for this KZbin channel, as the killer kills the victim they turn the camera around and say "Here's another one for you Mike, give it a goo"

[@annacostello5181]

Irish gift of the gab

[@doclewis8927]

Did you ever...miss That Chapter? NO...NEVER!!!! Thanks for all of the hard work, Mike! We love ya!

[@lg5221]

Nothing could be more exotic than Kansas! Besides this story we have the bloody Benders, BTK and Joe Exotic.

[@woleysmoley3007]

New shirt Mike?! Looking snappy! Keep up the good work. While these stories are heartbreaking and saddening, it’s refreshing to hear your lighthearted take, while you also keep it serious when needed. Big respect ✊

[@jeffreybutler9877]

Love you, Mike! My wife and I are big fans in North Carolina. Your information is perfect, but it's your personal charm that brings us back for more.

[@andreabobbette825]

Exactly 💯

[@JustKrista50]

Hi Mike! I'm so glad you cover mostly solved cases. It's nice to know these psychos are behind bars.

[@missiecombs4807]

Right?! I enjoy the unsolved but it leaves a hold in your gut.

[@kimmccabe1422]

So grateful I get to watch the great true crime stories free, like TC.