THE CHILLING CASE OF THE KING FAMILY - TERRY KING FROM FLORIDA

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[@ladyfarona1988]

The villain in this story is clearly the adult who took advantage of two vulnerable and impressionable children, whose unstable home life made it easy to shift blame and create false scenarios. Their dad was doing the best he could. He didn't deserve to be viciously murdered, and these boys didn't deserve to be preyed upon by a wolf. Although Derek was diagnosed as a psychopath, that does not mean he would've gone on to live a violent life, as many psychopaths are non-violent. But Rick, who is undoubtedly one himself, knew exactly what to do to control Derek and Alex. He saw their bad traits and encouraged them to grow. Rick is the fuel that lit the fire. He's nothing but a damn pedophile who destroyed three lives. Hopefully, Derek and Alex will receive the therapy they need and understand what happened to them and how they can better themselves.

[@TheCrimeReel]

very true thanks Lady F

[@AdamantErinyes]

@@violagentsch Derek and Alex were Terry's biological sons. The two who weren't were the twins.

[@vintagehippie3647]

Agreed

[@manleynelson9419]

Well said

[@gordonlittle162]

Sure, Terry never deserved this! But please don't minimize Derek's psychopathy. Psychopaths like him are born evil. This crime would never have happened without a boy like Derek. Ricky was the catalyst and exploiter, yes, and an evil man too. But I doubt he intended murder. He had nothing to gain from it except to draw attention to his own perverted deeds. Turning the kids against Terry was part of his grooming process to isolate them from their father and draw them closer to himself as a purported "rescuer." But I dare say Derek was at odds with his father anyway due to his own behavior, and Ricky's deliberate encouragement of any hostility ttriggered Derek into this crime. Poor Alex was manipulated all along and roped into this out of loyalty. I've no doubt Alex can be rehabilitated, but I wouldn't like to say the same for Derek. Psychopaths don't change. True, he may never be physically violent again, but he can still do a lot of harm in society without violence.

[@jared1870]

This was truly a nauseating case. For the safety of all boys Rick should never see the outside of prison.

[@TheCrimeReel]

thanks for that Jared

[@care4animals114]

God could you imagine giving up your own kids, they'd end up feeling so abandoned. Jails are full of abused adult children 😥

[@bluediamond4740]

So, so sad! These people make me sick & should be punished accordingly! "You touch a child, you forfeit your right to exist in a civilized society forever".

[@annerison]

Listening to the way these kids were brought up and tossed around was really heartbreaking. They all must have felt unwanted, especially Derek after his mother only visited him once, wtf. Poor kids.

[@audreymuzingo933]

MAN I tried to do chores during this, but about 3 minutes in I realized this was definitely NOT a multitask-able episode, lol. What a confusing and sad jigsaw puzzle of human lives.

[@TheCrimeReel]

no, its a sit down job this one - I even reckon its a rewatch in a few days as well, there is a lot of stuff in there

[@TheZandrag]

@@TheCrimeReel incredibly disturbing how the neglect they suffered by being split up and abandoned by their mom at such young ages was never even considered.

[@butterflyraine281]

So wrong , that Ricky guy totally groomed those boys and brainwashed them. If it was two little girls there'd be more sympathy. We need to protect young boys too..

[@violetcarson5532]

Exactly

[@makeorwellfictionagain3553]

So let them off for murder yeah?

[@tmeservey2723]

I don't know about that. Look at all the trafficked girls in jail for murdering their abusers. Perhaps there would have been a little bit more sympathy but, overall we handle these issues badly.

[@butterflyraine281]

@@tmeservey2723 absolutely. In general abuse is rarely handled properly. Young Boys and Girls should be protected so much more than they are. Trauma to a child lasts forever and shapes who we grow up to be. It's so important to protect them, just breaks my heart when I see a kid involved in anything.

[@Tee1312Jay]

Exactly! I was about to wite the same comment. Ricky is a dirty man, he is responsible for their father's death.

[@mleighqs]

Honestly I feel the Ricky guy groomed those boys that he knew came from messed up life circumstances and due to that they all did take part in the crime in some fashion. Yet, over all the one thing that stuck in my mind was when the boy's mom tried to speak on their character. How would she know? She moved away and on with her life, how would she know if the boys were still good boys or not?

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks ML and yes indeed

[@FinnishLapphund]

Even weirder that she thinks she knows her oldest son so well, considering that she didn't only move away to Lexington, without also how much she had kept in contact with him. A whole one time, and then nothing for several years.

[@mleighqs]

@@FinnishLapphund Exactly.

[@violetcarson5532]

I agree

[@namewithheldbygoogleforsec673]

@MLeighQS, just because she didn't keep in contact with Derek, and the other boys, doesn't mean she wasn't kept up to date with how they were going. She may have still been on talking terms with their father, and the twins father and guardians, too.

[@perrydowd9285]

This is probably the most shocking case you've uploaded. Not just for the grooming and abuse of the kids but the legal wrangling around it. I'm just stunned.

[@bettyjames4155]

Hi Perry!

[@perrydowd9285]

@@bettyjames4155 Hey Betty. ❤️😊

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Perry and yes it really had a great deal of twists and turns

[@alliekingsley7919]

I was also groomed by pedophiles growing up and people don't understand how much it absolutely screws you up into adulthood and beyond. I'm 38 and still trying to unpack trauma from shit that happened when I was a pre-teen and young teen done to my by adults twice my age and older. And quite frankly, children have no business being tried as adults. Those boys were so impressionable, being pressured into adult decisions by a grown man who had one of them wrapped around his finger thinking he was in love with him. I have no doubt Rick thought he'd get custody of the boys after Terry was dead, or that the cops wouldn't look for them, and convinced them to kill their father.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks for your comment Allie, I truly have no words other than to say that I am sorry that you had to go through all that with growing up. thank you for sharing this.

[@shirleythompson2068]

I don’t understand why groomers male OR female do not get the punishment they so absolutely deserve. The harm they do to others purely for their own gratification is bewildering. My heart goes out to you. Thank you for giving us just a snapshot of the consequences victims have to deal/live with for the rest of their lives due to the despicable actions of an abuser 🥺

[@traceymills9469]

47. And me too.

[@Fluer-de-Lis]

Allie I am also 38 and I and still struggle from abuse I experienced from 3-12 . These montsters serve minimal jail time, most times in protective custody and then continue to victimize people

[@nathangerrard9792]

i don't understand your issue with them being tried as adults? do you think they'd be able to receive the help they need before they were discharged at 18 if tried as youths? I get that you see them as victims (Alex I get Derek not so much) but surely you see the issue with letting them loose into the world at 18 as they are now? and I don't see significant progress being made in a few years tbh I see them creating more victims if that is what was actually done. Somebody capable of bashing a person brains in with a baseball bat isn't an innocent misguided child by any means

[@Bladerunner_2019]

So terribly sad. Terry seemed like a good father. Shame his life ended the way it did. If it wasn't for Ricky's involvement in their lives then none of this wouldn't have happened.

[@TheCrimeReel]

He did work very hard for the boys

[@bettyjames4155]

I truly believe Ricky abused Alex and possibly Derek. I also believe Ricky groomed the two boys and put it into their minds to kill Terry. He's so much more responsible than Alex and Derek.

[@chompchompchangbin]

I believe that too. Especially since one of them (I think Alex? He's the oldest right) said that he was "straight before and gay now [after meeting Ricky.]" Even if it meant that Ricky encouraged him to be himself in heathy ways like a mentor, it still should've been looked into way more than it was, just to make sure there wasn't anything that severe going on.

[@bettyjames4155]

@@chompchompchangbin Definitely.

[@krystalshuford6936]

I don't think he had the time to abuse Derek. I think he groomed Alex, and Derek is a budding psychopath. I think Derek was the mastermind and he involved the groomer, knowing it would help their case. Think about their dynamic. The moment Derek realized what was going on "not being groomed himself" he would have immediately went to his father, but he didn't. The groomer just liked having sex with kids. He ain't no killer. He was already getting what he wanted.

[@duchessravenwaves2834]

@@chompchompchangbinno Alex is the youngest

[@jackchop1576]

@@chompchompchangbinso gay people can't get molested?

[@carolinerowles5951]

👍 very good coverage of a interesting case. Poor boys grew up being shunted about like unwanted pets and then had some vile peado take advantage of their vulnerability.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Caroline

[@violetcarson5532]

YEP unfortunately 😞

[@leesadexter7187]

Ricky is truly the one to blame here! At least he got a 30-year sentence. Considering you can't be tried twice for the same crime meaning murder

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Leesa

[@michiganmaxedout6248]

Just in case it isn't clear, in the US, minors (under age 18) can be charged in capital cases but they can't be sentenced to death, even if they're tried as adults.

[@TheCrimeReel]

thanks MMO

[@CashelOConnolly]

It’s still appalling that two young children can be charged and convicted as adults. I’m 22 and I can assure you that I’m not the same as when I was 11. The idea that that a child could spend the rest of their lives in prison is utterly disgusting. What’s wrong the USA’s judicial system 😡

[@markcarpenter6020]

@@TheCrimeReel they also can't be sentenced to life without parole.

[@markcarpenter6020]

@@CashelOConnolly they can't be sentenced to life without parole. They would have a chance to get out.

[@CashelOConnolly]

@@markcarpenter6020 well the video is wrong then

[@renee1961]

This is So Heartbreaking, on So many levels!💔💔💔💔💔🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 Poor Terry! I think he was a good Father. Rest In Peace 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@wintercrow8136]

Having my morning coffee and watching your latest. Always look forward to your posts! This is one messed up case-- thanks for all your hard work and continuing to present quality episodes with so much detail and information. See you next time!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks very much WC, have a great day now

[@natalie9884]

Ditto that! New subscriber!

[@TheCrimeReel]

@@natalie9884 nice one Natalie, welcome.

[@renee1961]

Rick knew Exactly what he was doing to those Boys!! Prayers for Derek, and Alex.💔🙏💔🙏💔🙏💔🙏

[@bettyjames4155]

Hi Renee!

[@miguelsonofzeus]

When kids have no direction, they WILL fall into hands of monsters. Derek and Alex needed love and positive role models.

[@judibiggerstaff8054]

They had that in Terry.

[@oldironsides4107]

They’re diagnosed psychopaths. Constantly harmed themselves and others. Alex died of an overdose

[@miguelsonofzeus]

@Old Ironsides Recently he died?

[@sparkyshorts1517]

Those boys... 😕 I have so much rage and hate for child predators...

[@TheCrimeReel]

thanks SS

[@debbieanne7962]

I can't fathom how a state can charge 12 & 13 year olds as adults. A case I have never heard of. You did a great job with your storytelling Crime Reel

[@ticoangelo]

This case is widely popular. They're out today. Unfortunately one of them didn't end up well.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks so much Debbie

[@Army4life82]

It's more common in Southern states. It's many kids that have been given life sentences. I always think it has to be a few who shouldn't be in prison for life. Just throw away kids. Black and white female & male. SMH

[@CS-uc2oh]

Kids are tried as adults all the time. They need to be if they are murdering people or committing crimes causing bodily harm. Intent is important for any crime no matter what age.

[@Army4life82]

@@CS-uc2oh I didn't say that. I said it's more common in the south

[@tessaducek5601]

I remember when this happened. It stuck with me due to how horrible the crime. And young the boys were. I raised my boys as a single parent. I understand how difficult it was for Terry. Trying to work and keeping an eye on the kids is not easy. I don't believe those boys would have done this had it not been for Chavis. Getting into trouble. Probably. But nothing like this. Alex had some issues with the law afterwards. But I hope they are doing well. It can't be easy going through the abuse, the system and the plethora of emotions and realization of how extreme and final their crimes were at such young ages.

[@TheCrimeReel]

thanks for sharing your take on it Tessa

[@skepticusmaximus184]

Sorry to be the grammar Nazi, but do you realise that you have a terrible habit of punctuating sentence fragments as whole sentences. Even one single word, "Probably." and then "Nothing like this.". See how these are not actually sentences? Please take this as friendly constructive criticism and not scathing scorn. I know it's not all that important, other than how it makes my eyes bleed. 😊

[@samanthaorologio6866]

My my my. So dang good! Truly, thank you so much for taking time and editing, putting all the correlating photos. I really really struggle to stay engaged watching crime channels who don’t include it, for example, like the company Anna oop, and Anna stores who just uses random pictures that have nothing to do with the story or video itself. I’ve almost never gotten more than halfway through her videos, I usually check out about that time. Just strangers doing similar things toto her words. I really appreciate your doing that.

[@MamaLauren523]

Good morning Crimey! I hope you are doing well😊 This case is not only sad but infuriating! Those poor boys had such a rough start. You know that man had EVERYTHING to do with the murder!!! He should be in jail for life! Thank you as always for the best crime videos❤

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Lauren

[@melpunks5797]

I'm so glad to see that a good KZbin channel researched this story aswell as you have. This story has so many layers.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad you "enjoyed" it Mel, thanks for watching

[@melpunks5797]

@@TheCrimeReel can I ask ur opinion on this case, do u think the boys were coached or not? Or u don't wanna go there.

[@TheCrimeReel]

@@melpunks5797 sadly I believe they were

[@melpunks5797]

@@TheCrimeReel same, this case makes me mad n sad. Thanks for ur honest opinion on this. These taboo topics need to be spoken about hey. Thanx for ur time, n I luv ur channel by the way.

[@renee1961]

Congratulations on the Sponsor!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thank you!

[@pimpozza]

*Absolutely fascinating case!* Omg.. evil, severe brain-washing and murder! I was glued to this heart-breaking story with a terrible twist.. 😢Fantastic work, Crimey and thanks for always relating these harrowing crimes with the utmost compassion. You're the best! 🤗 Psssst... Great sponsor too! 👍 Much love to everyone.. 💕

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks so much Fi, yes a very sad case and also great to be working with Hunt a Killer

[@meemurthelemur4811]

Buongiorno Pimpozza! 🌈🦋🦄😺💕🤗🥐🍫☕🌞

[@janetcw9808]

@@meemurthelemur4811 Greetings x

[@janetcw9808]

Hiya from Sunny Scotland x

[@meemurthelemur4811]

@@janetcw9808 hiya Janet!🦋🌈🦄😺💕🤗🥐🍫☕🌞

[@rhondajohnson8310]

Great in depth details on this story. I had no idea the struggle these boys had in life before the crime. I knew they had been groomed by Rick but I had only heard because Terry was a strict dad. They definitely were brainwashed into doing this and should have received mental health help and rehabilitation. So sad all the way around for this family.

[@TheCrimeReel]

yes indeed Rhonda, such a very sad case - cheers for the continued support

[@jannetteberends8730]

A strange thing happened today. I got noticed that the video of the CrimeReel arrived. Happily I opened KZbin, and then I couldn’t find it anywhere. After some time I went watching Dalgliesh, the new series. Made some killer sudokus and a jigsaw. And finally there was the video. A really dark story.

[@TheCrimeReel]

I had the same Jannette and I actually made the video !! - took me 35 mins to find it - I dont know what was going on, some were saying the like button wasnt working either - its been a strange day

[@tobyeperkins5301]

If those boys were not completely messed up before they went into an adult system at such young ages, they definitely were when they came out. Given their history, it was absurd to try them as adults.

[@TheCrimeReel]

good point there Tobye

[@WouldntULikeToKnow.]

That's Florida for you: backwards and stupid.

[@stanclark8824]

Florida is an absurd place anyway. Their laws are insane.

[@stanclark8824]

@@WouldntULikeToKnow. always has been and always will be.

[@annacostello5181]

I got tossed in Facebook jail for “inciting violence “. All I did was quote Florida law. SMH

[@janetcw9808]

I had truly no idea where that case was going, a tragedy from beginning to end, a family torn apart by poverty and IMHO by originally being ill-advised. Boys sent from pillar to post. Terry sounds like a decent bloke who was trying to do his best for his sons and Also accepting the other two babies. Whoever struck the blows, Ricki was the adult in this. Terrible. All of it. 🙏🏻❤️🕊️⚖️☺️🌈

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Janet and yes a very sad case indeed

[@violagentsch]

Have a similar story. My former daughter in law got pregnant by another man ( baby now 1 year old). I got her a secretary job. Told her she needs to find a babysitter. For 2 month now she brings the baby to work, making no arrangements for daycare and is now pregnant again. My son left her, but is still helping her where he can. Can't wait for the end of this cluster fk...

[@violagentsch]

That vile dude would've had his way with them boys after daddy is out of the way. Disgusting

[@FinnishLapphund]

Well said #JanetCarrWharton. Personally, I think that having to live with the horrible knowledge that they had part in their father's death, was the only punishment these 2 boys deserved. The rest is all on Ricky. He knew exactly what he was doing, finding himself some boys that he could pull the strings on like a puppet master in the background. I really hope the boys manage to get their lives back on the right keel again.

[@janetcw9808]

@@FinnishLapphund AMEN SISTER, hoping that they have good lives X

[@WontSeeReplies]

Perfect pronunciation and delivery. You make it easy and enjoyable to listen to.

[@Sorchia56]

Finally catching up with my Crime Reel videos! Having my morning coffee, 8:30a where I am currently. What a bizarre and awful crime/case this one is. I’d not heard of it before. The whole situation with the childrens living arrangements is so sad. Something went terribly wrong with the charitable home and the placement of the children. I do hope that was thoroughly investigated. Cheers CR. Psst, I went for it and purchased a Hunt A Killer case! My package will be waiting for me when I get back home. Something exciting to look forward to doing with my family!

[@sheilayoung8007]

I am glad that Ricky was finally convicted for something. As soon as you read what he said to the reporter, red flags went up. I really hope the young boys are doing well, and have established lifes that would make their dad proud. Thanks CR as always!❤

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Sheila

[@laurashipp447]

I remember when this happened! I thoroughly believe this man groomed these young boys and no telling what else! Shame shame! Thank you CR for all your hard work!

[@eurekasquared9853]

I live in the town where this happened. Both boys had been molested for a long time but their dad Terry had no idea this was happening. So sad. But the boys still knew better than to murder their dad.

[@darcihoudeshell2588]

I remember reading a book about this case. Thanks for your take on it.

[@TheCrimeReel]

cheers Darci

[@bilindalaw-morley161]

I had no idea "open adoption" was on a permanent "satisfaction or give them back basis". That is child abuse imo

[@crystaltheo8494]

Exactly. How can people adopt kids and then give them back when they are unruly teenagers. Imagine how unstable they must have felt. Knowing their adoptive parents could just get rid of them

[@jturtle5318]

​@@crystaltheo8494 exactly, that made them vulnerable to Ricky. Predators can sense that a mile away.

[@bobbyrutherford9359]

It is always a good day when The Crime Reel has a new case for me to enjoy

[@TheCrimeReel]

great to see you

[@hkbabel]

Thank you very much TCR, and Happy Spring!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Cheers Holly

[@edamnaf9265]

It disgusts me that they let these vile people out of prison.

[@TheCrimeReel]

thanks Edam

[@eurekasquared9853]

Agreed. Those boys were evil.

[@xaraxania]

Hi CR, I always look forward to your posts, I'm sitting at home with covid and eagerly waiting for it to stop making me feel rough, so thank you for the entertainment, 😊 x

[@TheCrimeReel]

Sorry to hear that Janet, get well soon and take care of yourself

[@stewartmeetball3417]

Just getting over a bout myself it's horrible

[@xaraxania]

@@stewartmeetball3417 I'm lucky it's not severe but its bad enough and hangs around for ages . x

[@xaraxania]

@greendolphin100 thank you 🥰

[@barbarajohnson3876]

Hope u feel better soon.

[@CobiewithaK]

Mind-boggling twists and turns. Once again, great research and presentation - thanks, CR!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad you enjoyed it! thanks so much Kobie - psst new vid uploaded

[@CobiewithaK]

@TheCrimeReel I'm binge-watching your older stuff and giving everyone that I might have missed a 👍! Up to date on the new uploads, and again - thank you so much for your work. Pssst - your eye for detail is utterly commendable, kind sir. Regards, K. 😉

[@jurgen-fritz]

It’s been a while and I hope you’re doing good! I got a lot of catching up to do. I could not have picked a better one to start off with!! You’ve really come a long way and I’m so proud of you…

[@TheCrimeReel]

It's so great to hear from you again James, enjoy catching up matey. Thanks.

[@jurgen-fritz]

@@TheCrimeReel indeed!!

[@tylerwatson9332]

Man growing up in this area, you never heard of these stories. Now, being 23 with two children here, I see how batshit insane and scary the Panhandle is.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Tyler

[@marylevin9262]

Goodness grief how chaotic and sad - ty as always Crimey - stay safe and well 💜

[@NovemberRain007]

Those poor children 🥺... Such an awful start to their lives, their parents could have done better for them, how unfortunate. (And btw, I just adore the "goodbye" at the end of every video, so precious 🥰♥️)

[@TheCrimeReel]

aww cheers SDD - psst Goodbye

[@NovemberRain007]

@@TheCrimeReel 🤭🤗😚♥️

[@lornae8683]

Rick was the mastermind behind all this, he found the perfect victims and took full advantage of the boys. Sadly the boys will have to live with what they did to their father.

[@lyndaparker6263]

Fascinating case! So complex. Well done and great narration as always. 😃

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad you think so cheers Lynda

[@blazinvenus3914]

Ah what a twisted tale! Thanks CR! Excellent job 👏 as always!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad you enjoyed it BV - cheers

[@mikehoncho8121]

As soon as you said Florida I couldn't be surprised by anything said following that

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Mike

[@karenbrown4524]

The Hunt a Killer game sounds and looks like a barrel full of crazy monkeys of fun. I think I'd enjoy that game. I was terrible at games like Trivial Pursuit, or Name That Tune. This story was a doozie! Those boys were terrible. I wonder if they were offered therapy to work through their issues and rough starts in life. I really hope so. Their father just needed a good thorough tooth brushing. He didn't deserve for his life to be cut short. Excellently organized and narrated story! I can't believe it's Wednesday already!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Karen, I really enjoy the game - keeps the brain whirring and its good when there are a few of you

[@rondaduse-anthony6755]

Good morning from central Florida! 👋

[@stewartmeetball3417]

Good afternoon from sunny Scotland

[@TheCrimeReel]

Hello there Ronda

[@TheCrimeReel]

hello there from sunny England

[@nancypiccirillo405]

You give so much insight into this case. Many thanks for your hard work. 👍

[@TheCrimeReel]

I try, thanks so much Nancy

[@marinakaiser7639]

Hi dear Crimey just saw you posted how nice😁 Wish you a wonderful day, we have great sunny weather 🌞🌝🖐❤‼

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thank you! You too!

[@pimpozza]

Much love to you, Marina 🙋🏻‍♀️🌹

[@marinakaiser7639]

@@pimpozza Much love back dear🤗😘❤🖐

[@sheilagravely5621]

Hello CR, it's a brutal stormy day here, just right for one of your stories. Thanks so much for your dedication. Cheers from st.marys ga. USA👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🙏🙏🙏

[@TheCrimeReel]

Much appreciatedthanks Sheila

[@tamaragonzalez2227]

And society once again will not look at the Fact that just because they call the children they are real cold blooded murderers as those two kids were. Both kids should have had the life sentence and watch Derek will kill again. Not sure about Alex.

[@Ms.HarmonyJ]

Alright my friend I'm glad to see you're back with a new amazing video keep up the great job

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks so much DJ Will do!

[@ahuddleston6512]

Yeah!!! Crimey is the man! I know I'm going to enjoy this

[@TheCrimeReel]

thanks AH

[@renee1961]

Hello, Crime Reel!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🥰🥰🥰 Sorry I'm so late! Hope you're doing well! Thank You!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Hiya Renee - hope all is good with you

[@renee1961]

@@TheCrimeReel Thank You, My Sweet Friend! It's been a rough week, so again, I'm sorry I'm so late! But you know I'll Always be here! As ALWAYS, Hugs across the ocean!🤗🤗🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💛💛💛💛💛

[@jenniferlonnes7420]

I don't know how I missed this case as it seems so big and major. Thanks for covering it!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad it was helpful! cheers Jennifer

[@ELKE-]

Thank you C. R. Great job!

[@ELKE-]

My comment of 2 months ago is gone from here! Strange! Just relisten 3 videos before bed. Thank you C. R. Take care. Good night

[@TheCrimeReel]

Very welcome Elke

[@TheCrimeReel]

that is weird isnt it?

[@ELKE-]

@@TheCrimeReel Thank you my friend. Yes, very weird indeed because I commented in all your videos! Wish good day

[@TheCrimeReel]

@@ELKE- yes exactly, strange 🤔🤔🤔

[@ohthehorror6402]

Hi Crimey. Excellent research and presentation once again. Well done. Take care and stay safe.

[@lanacampbell-moore6686]

Thanks TCR💜

[@skepticusmaximus184]

Thanks for this video and have my sub. You do a *reel* good job.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks very much Skepticus, welcome to the channel

[@plywoodcarjohnson5412]

Crazy. I can't say I am a huge fan of people who bring children into the world and then aren't able to support them. Go figure!

[@joroche2948]

Brief case recommended your channel and hes right . Its a great channel

[@TheCrimeReel]

Excellent news Jo, welcome to the channel, and BC is great

[@marionbowler5440]

Excellent as always CR, loving these stories. 💜🍁🇨🇦🐘

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad you like them cheers Marion, psst just editing a Canadian case for next week

[@monicabennett6620]

I remember when this happened. I am no less shocked today than I was then. These boys were innocent and simply the ploys of their ghroomer.

[@TheCrimeReel]

so sad and yes indeed, thanks Monica

[@wildflower815]

No they killed their father. They are not innocent. But they were groomed by a pervert.

[@nicolevarnam2290]

This Case has stuck with me for yrs. Real heart breaking. Thank U So Much for making my Wednesdays Better💙 Excellent Job as Always My Dear Sir !! Pssst.... 🤘💙🕵️✨🖤🤘Hope U r doing Well 🤘💙🕵️

[@TheCrimeReel]

🤘💙🕵️✨🖤🤘 Cheers Nicole for your continued support 🤘💙🕵️✨🖤🤘

[@mutolover3851]

Great way to start the day!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Morning!

[@davedavis105]

Amazing work again TCR - such an interesting case and so sad for Terry

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thank you so much Dave

[@renee1961]

Thank You, Crime Reel for another EXCELLENT, as ALWAYS, video! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟So very Sad! If it wasn't for Rick, it wouldn't have happened!! I hope they can get Therapy, and Recover.🙏🙏🙏🙏💔💔💔💔 Psst! You're coming up on 100,000!! Congratulations early!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟💛💛💛💛💛🎉🎊💯🍀🥂🍾🍻🕊️🦢🦕🐲🐉🐊💫✨👻👻👻

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks again Renee

[@katrinawendel2647]

Hi, nice to see you are getting sponsors! Sad case. 😔

[@TheCrimeReel]

Hey, thanks Katrina and yes its a sad case

[@audreymuzingo933]

Yep Crimey, I live in Mobile, Alabama, just a stone's throw from Pensacola.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Cheers Audrey, I saw Mobile was there - thats so cool, cheers

[@renee1961]

Meet you next Wednesday! Have a lovely week!🥰🥰🥰🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks

[@nickd320]

I met Derek once when I lived in Jacksonville FL around 2010 or 2011. He came over to my apartment with a friend of mine. Didn’t find out about who he was until after.

[@TA-cm9yi]

Such a sad tale, thank you CR.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks for that TA

[@frandistabile4723]

Wow CR, you did a fantastic job researching this story. There are so many twists and turns to this truly heartbreaking story. Those boys were failed by everyone. First their parents, though Terry tried to make up for it, then that POS Ricky who definitely groomed those boys, and then the justice system. I pray the boys are doing well now since they were dealt a terrible hand in their younger years.

[@yvettesutton1929]

Thanks as always a truly interesting case. much love a'ways a fan!!!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Much appreciated cheers Yvette

[@zanderisamazing5043]

This is insane! These children were manipulated by many. I also cannot imagine the boss being as lenient with a single mother bringing her child to work. Alex was clearly segregated from an appropriate child social life for a long time before these events

[@jeanettehinds4253]

My heart breaks for those two boys. Something like this was bound to happen. Passed from pillar to post, showing signs of a troubled mind and yet received no help. Then prayed upon and groomed by an unscrupulous Predator. They needed help long before any murder was committed.

[@davidp.5598]

Thanks CR. Another sad tale.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks David

[@loisreese2692]

So...this took place in Florida - the state that just passed the "Don't say gay" law. Coincidentally (?), KZbin inserted an ad...at the exact moment the word gay was uttered in the narration. 🤔 (Edit to add time stamp 15:43)

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Lois - thats useful to know that

[@loisreese2692]

@@TheCrimeReel Thank you for an excellent case study!

[@MichelleFaithLove]

Yes, the Advertisement did start at same time stamp when the word “Gay” was said. 😳. 😔

[@tammywardrobison]

Look forward to your videos every Wednesday

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks so much Tammy

[@Agapy8888]

Greetings friends and TCR.

[@meemurthelemur4811]

Greetings right back atcha!🦋🌈🦄😺💕🤗🥐🍫☕

[@TheCrimeReel]

Hi Ayape

[@stewartmeetball3417]

Greetings buddy

[@pimpozza]

Greetings to you, dear Meemy.. 🙋🏻‍♀️🌹🤗💝

[@pimpozza]

Hi, Ayape!! Sending love n hugs 🙋🏻‍♀️🤗💝🌹

[@Pro-Deo]

Derek wasn't a psychopath at all. I really think Rick killed Terry for Terry finding out about their sexual relationship. No wonder why he nailed the windows shut and had double locks on all the doors. I bet Terry warned Rick he was going to the police to file charges of rape to Alex and Rick wasn't gonna let that happen. Pretty sure the prosecutors planted evidence of the flame accelerant on the shoes.

[@8luvbug]

No he's a psychopath listen to how he coldly described killing his dad. He also recently got out of jail for molesting his step son.

[@krystlemcc7884]

Love your videos, been watching for a while now. Cheers 🙂

[@TheCrimeReel]

Awesome, thank you Krystle

[@cindysmith6612]

Thank You

[@jayneholmes6355]

Clearly the one that should stay behind bars is Rick. He knew what he was doing with Derek and Alex. Their dad was really trying to get his life back on track and did not deserve to be murdered. 2032 is still a long way off. Another great Crime Reel episode!!😀😀

[@emmadownunder3833]

What a tragic story. The mother kept having kids to two men, despite not being able to care for the ones already had, then abandoned them. Their poor father did his best, but lost his life an apex predator who convinced them he was their friend. Poor kids.

[@trj1442]

Another excellent episode. Thankyou TCR.

[@TheCrimeReel]

You are welcome TMJ 😉😂

[@kellygreen8300]

I had heard alot about this case, but had never looked into how it wrapped up. Interesting.

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks Kelly

[@sallysommerford3717]

Why have more children if your already in a bad position financially 🤬

[@ruththinkingoutside.707]

Hullo Crimey! Hope you’re doing well my friend 🙂 I heard their story before, but you told it differently and very well ((as usual 😉)).. a bizarre and tragic story for sure.. a single parent has a lot to juggle, it’s terrible to have someone that was supposed to be a friend and in the support network for him, end up grooming, abusing and manipulating his kids.. these stories always break my heart.. to be killed for senseless reasons by the very child you have been doing all this work FOR.. just awful.. Pssst.. Florida is attached to a few other states, but it’s still the most bizarre place I’ve ever seen 😝 and it’s reputation is absolutely earned! It’s weird, hot as hell and flat flat flat! Also, things want to kill you when you’re distracted by the oppressive humidity 🐊🐊

[@TheCrimeReel]

Thanks for that Ruth, I drove to the keys once starting from Washington - that was quite a long road trip lol, I was very surprised as when I stayed at St Augustine, I thought I was pretty much at the top but didnt realise it went that far over. Psst my lottery win house (not that I will win it) would be at Anna Maria Islands

[@ruththinkingoutside.707]

@@TheCrimeReel lol.. I’m a rural New Englander really.. so I’m more inclined to going north instead of south 😝.. but the beaches on the west coast of Florida were my favorite.. but.. I haven’t been to the Keys.. I have a friend who relocated there and he loooooves it.. 🤔🤔 I know mainland is wayyy too humid, flat and weird for my taste (I need mountains!) but I’m sure I’d like the islands a lot more 😉 very different environment !!

[@k.r.murphy4301]

Excellent! Well done!

[@TheCrimeReel]

Glad you liked it! thanks KRM

[@jennifermaurer100]

So glad it's Wednesday because I get to have breakfast with you!!

[@TheCrimeReel]

excellent Jennifer, ok what have we got for brekkie today then?

[@theclyde950]

Thanks so much!

[@TheCrimeReel]

You're welcome!

[@susanjohnson9795]

Good morning from Eau Claire Wisconsin. Really enjoy your channel.

[@TheCrimeReel]

IThanks so much Susan

[@cadillacdeville5828]

Good morning ☀️ and thankyou 🤗..Hello REELIES 😁

[@TheCrimeReel]

Good morning to you Caddy

[@wrmlm37]

Good Afternoon, Crimey! Hope all is well in your part of the world. I could listen to you narrate commercials-No Problem:) TY for the upload.

[@missyd5016]

I can remember this case being in the news, here in Australia. An absolutely horrific case.

[@TheCrimeReel]

yes indeed thanks Missy D