The Cruelest Betrayal: The Riverview Murders

On March 18th, 2018, just before midnight, a call comes into the Hillsborough County Sheriffs Department from a woman reporting to have been shot. This was followed by numerous calls from neighbours too. The scene authorities had walked into was so awful, some had collapsed to the ground in tears.
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[@linda-louiseanthony9802]

I am safe, I am loved, and I am part of this family. How amazing for Ronnie, that he was adopted by such a wonderful family. He deserved nothing less ❤

[@serendavies7375]

That reminds me of my cousin who was adopted at 3 years old.

[@ruwiperera]

❤❤❤

[@ThePinsay]

💖

[@Michael-ns1ey]

Can't help wondering if he'll take after his father eventually. Will he and his foster family be the subject of a Truly Criminal video in ten years or so?

[@serendavies7375]

@@Michael-ns1ey I most certainly hope so.

[@versaillestheeverything]

I don't usually get emotional on these but hearing Officer Blair stepped in and stayed with Ronnie throughout his healing and made him a part of his family, that got me 😢

[@janessap1739]

SAME!! Omg SO heart wrenching 💔😢

[@agatahb]

Same here, I'm crying right now, this poor, poor boy has found happiness he deserves

[@altheamclean]

Even the firefighter break down in tears it just go to show the high level of cruelty they suffer I cried

[@julieandersonpeek4024]

Big time😢💗💗💗

[@jenniferyule8786]

Wow, another low low bar set for hero worship. Its his damn job. Very easy to sit by a childs bedside, after what had happened MOST adults would so the same. That Officer just happened to be the one, Big deal.

[@levimichael1136]

Such a sad story. I started crying when Officer Blair said, "Bring him to me."

[@TPS_Report]

I bawled my eyes out, because a year or two ago I read an article in the news about a detective who had adopted the victim in one of his most brutal cases. I remember thinking about how sweet that was, I had no idea it was this story. God bless that man.

[@serendavies7375]

so did I 🥺

[@craigrock8444]

I bawled my eyes out then too and when they said he is now part of our family

[@eljefe3060]

Me too!

[@SharonM-uh9cq]

Me too

[@Nekabeauty83]

I lost my brother Ronnie on 3/26/24.. He was stabbed and killed. This hits home. Hearing the little boy Ronnie survived gave me tears of joy.

[@KimberlyRabb]

Sorry for your loss❤

[@Nekabeauty83]

@@KimberlyRabb Thank you so much 🙏🏾💙🫶🏾

[@latasha195]

Omg so so very sorry for you and your family’s loss of your brother! I hope justice was served! That was just one going on two months ago but I know it seems like it was yesterday! 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@blessedT7]

My condolences on your lost 🙏 😞🙏

[@Nekabeauty83]

@@blessedT7 Thank you! 🙏🏾💙

[@caramel0037]

Ronnie Blair, if you are ever reading this. I want you to know you are such a brave Kid..And I truly wish you all the best in life and I'm so so so sorry for your loss. May God bless the family that adopted him. At least this reminds me that there's still hope for humanity.

[@macplow2234]

He should have never been allowed to question the son he was charged with trying to kill.

[@thewait08]

I get that he was representing himself but it doesn't make any sense to allow that to happen. Whatsoever.

[@sunnybearbuds]

Agreed.

[@HansumTrini]

It felt so weird seeing that smdh

[@neneizzy9277]

I feel the judicial system is more concerned with protecting the rights and best interests of the criminals above victims. Seems as if they are being re- traumatized in the worst way possible. Much love, healing, peace and happiness to all.❤

[@jamiew.6606]

RIGHT, how extremely traumatic for that child to be questioned by the monster that tried to brutally take his life. It's despicable that they allowed this to happen.

[@GenXfrom75]

Ronnie is the bravest child I’ve seen.

[@serendavies7375]

Yes he is!

[@julieloucalcote1368]

I agree!

[@Local-Vibes4444]

But its sad in a way he's able to be that calm due to the traumatic events he went through back to back, almost died and stabbed 20x, had to witness double murder before now everyone gone and he has to move on with his life at that age so sad hopefully his new family can give him some real love and make sure he doesn't grow up to be a heartless sociopath like his father Family seem nice and in nice area think he will adjust after a while but it will never leave him its too much something like that ages with you but he is a strong kid mentally so I think he will be able to move on with his life for the best as well, so long as new family instil useful values, principles, discipline and morals he should be okay or even better people like that could go on to use fearlessness for good of people who need such help many helpers do it due to their own experiences with it usually

[@serendavies7375]

@@Local-Vibes4444 yeah, but he'll never think about that ever again as an adult.

[@Local-Vibes4444]

@@serendavies7375 Trauma doesn't work that way this is stuck with him and has become a part of him regardless of how he lives his life just up to his family to understand that and make sure he uses this to put himself in a good position and be a better person lucky for him he has a solid support system in his new family with his dad being a responder/police officer so its literally his job to deal with such people weather help catching them or helping them so I think he should be okay and hope he doesn't grow up to be a sociopath like his dad because he is susceptible to it if you look at the requirements literally fits it but his behaviour from now will show how that goes as that is an important factor he has a chance is what I am saying

[@yociciii]

That man is the definition of pure evil. That poor boy now has to live with those memories of what happened but I’m so happy that detective Blair and his family took him in.

[@sunnybearbuds]

100%

[@tmelanie2815]

😢

[@jamiew.6606]

The devil himself

[@CJ-ld5fc]

To the detective that took him in… THANK YOU ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@FireSign0731]

I love seeing Little Ronnie’s smile and photos with his adoptive family. I won’t focus on the negative - I’m going to smile at the positive. God bless the Blair’s which now includes Ronnie‼️❤️

[@Boo-dawg.]

I remember this fool. They let him make a mockery out of judicial procedure. He yelled the entire time. The letter he wrote about his son and his well-being was the most ridiculous thing I've ever listened to. I've never heard a more self seving load of crap. Things need to change as far as people representing themselves because of the victims being questioned by the very person who committed the crime. Especially children and women who have been sexually assaulted being questioned by their rapist is just too much..that needs to stop. If you don't have a law license to practice law, you shouldn't be allowed to basically make fun of the entire court process.

[@tinaaah_]

This! It would instantly put the victim in a state of fear and impact what they have to say, especially a child! He literally said to his Dad "Good to see you too" there's no way he meant that, his father killed his family and tried to kill him. If they really want to allow these people to represent themselves, then the judge should read the questions they have for the victim.

[@TPS_Report]

An early version of Mr. Brookes. What a bozo.

[@jessep5280]

You can think of it that way - I rather think of it as a testament to the rights we have as Americans. People these days are so reactionary - so quick to be punitive, not realizing that those attitudes negatively affect us all in the long run. It frightens me to think how willing people are to take away another person's rights. He got his fair trial and was rightfully convicted

[@AnnabelleJARankin]

So true Boo-dawg. There is not justice if the victims are victimised again in court.

[@AnnabelleJARankin]

@@jessep5280 America as good as arms people who should never go near a gun, let alone have one in a house - absurd.

[@hannahgeraghty4201]

The fact that that psychopath was allowed to cross examine his son _who he tried to fucking murder_ is a travesty. Let him make a fool out of himself all he wants, let him dig his own grave in that court room with his incompetance, but that boy should never have had to do that.

[@fredajordan5704]

I so much agree.

[@jamiew.6606]

Truly sickening

[@kiadenyne]

You are speaking straight FACTS

[@strangebotwin-]

I don’t think anything’s been truer. What a joke

[@loveye6193]

Agreed...that wasn't ok at all.

[@AlexRising_]

I held it together until the very end “I am safe. I am loved. I am part of this family”

[@Jackgritty28]

The interview revealed the truth,is the child lying,that's the proof that you needed❓

[@meghanm5000]

I completely LOST it when I heard that

[@denishamonet538]

@@meghanm5000so did I😢😢

[@LaLuna82]

Same; I caved then 😢

[@AlexRising_]

@@Jackgritty28 what.

[@lamontjohnson5810]

I can't believe they let this dangerous lunatic walk around the courtroom unrestrained.

[@sauce1232]

Because everyone has the right to a fair trial and everyone is innocent until proven guilty.

[@nicolegainey4614]

This tore me up …. I always saw little clips on instagram and stuff. But to now see the back story I’m in awe! So happy he was adopted by a loving family I wish him nothing but the best and may he get everything g he gratefully deserve. Rest in heaven to his mom and sister

[@kaybeebn5109]

I was NOT prepared for this episode. The kindness of the Blair family has me choked up and fighting back tears 😢. God bless them.

[@urluvizmyluv1999]

I'm at work bawling 😭😭😭😭😭

[@RawVeganJenNYC]

@@urluvizmyluv1999😢😢😢🤗

[@diamondfianko5325]

😢i cried also this was too much

[@keneishawaits9103]

I am sooo happy they took him in❤❤

[@michaelortega6971]

Straight up driving back to work from lunch holding back tears.

[@sunnybearbuds]

Leave the child out of the case because the one who tried to kill him is now concerned about his "well-being"?...no, my friend, you are worried that he's the best witness against your nasty ass. So glad that family took this poor little boy in.

[@emzymedford8791]

💯👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@GenXfrom75]

Heard this case several times and it never fails to simultaneously break my heart and remind me that good people still exist.

[@GenXfrom75]

1eplus12what does that even mean? I’m speaking in normal English… 🤔

[@GenXfrom75]

@1eplus12but “simultaneously” means at the same time. Is that better?

[@gram5963]

@@GenXfrom75I completely understood you! “Simultaneously” IS normal English. It’s a word that is constantly used. Humans are so strange.

[@GenXfrom75]

@@gram5963 thank you! 😊

[@GenXfrom75]

@@gram5963 thank you 😊

[@rachelnichole131]

Man this was so sad. The memes aren’t even funny after you know what this psychopath did to this beautiful family. I didn’t even expect this story at all, I just clicked on it. Very well put together and informative!! God bless the Blair family & Ronnie. God will always hold him close as long as he continues to follow the right path. He has two amazing angels to always watch over him as well!!

[@cowboysimpson]

there's memes of this tragedy??

[@rationallyruby]

@@cowboysimpsonno memes of him representing himself in court.

[@everythingsunshine3070]

When you said memes I was like wait I now remember him. That’s crazy

[@sandywilde4247]

I’m sure Kiki is smiling down on Ronnie and his new family!! So happy the detective took him in 🙏🏻💕

[@ShandaAbsar]

Amen

[@mentalbreak4653]

Please ladies, do not let men like this back in your life once you get away from them . Especially if you have children !!

[@8213apice]

Exactly

[@javonroberson87]

Especially after his own family didn’t want him in

[@bingbongbum]

His actions were not her fault. Let’s not blame the victim ffs

[@mrwannabe00]

This why they need to buy guns to protect themselves

[@brittanycasto6829]

That is not a man. That is the devil himself.

[@courtneyaxtman8645]

Girl, I’ve watched this case covered a few times. But the way YOU did it, was the right way. S/o to detective Blair. That’s a superhero right there ❤

[@anni610]

You’ve written exactly what I was thinking, told this horrific story so well Ronnie deserves a Superhero!

[@MayaJaNay]

Same!❤

[@hennylo68]

Ummm hmmmm......samesies bestie, samesies.

[@kearstin1988]

The picture of the dog laying on Ronnie ❤❤❤ almost as if to say "I'll protect you"

[@SuperMSSWEETZ]

❤❤❤❤❤ I know

[@traceylennon1204]

Exactly what it said!! 🥰🤗❤ @kearstin1988

[@jenowens9990]

“Bring him to me!” 😇🥰 RIP to the precious victims 🕊️🙏🏾🕊️🙏🏾

[@dawnnwilliams1224]

I wish nothing but the best for this child. I pray for his life and mental health. God Bless you son.

[@Thato_13]

The poor kid witnessed the most gruesome thing, and the fact that it was committed by his father makes it worse 😢

[@yolandawilson6619]

He actually did not witness all of it, which made putting him on the stand pointless. The prosecution did this to gain sympathy. The only thing he could testify was his own attack by his father. The father was right, they never never should've put him on the stand.

[@VioletJoy]

The ultimate betrayal.

[@UnfilteredAmerica]

And he’s named after that monster

[@kouizumi9484]

That precious boy. I wish nothing but the best for that amazing kid. He deserves the WORLD.

[@naomileflore8918]

AMEN 💯

[@CharisseTaylor-ij6zc]

❤❤❤😢

[@ALH535]

Oh my heart. It started out terrible and managed to keep getting worse. Just when it had become unbearable, little Ronnie became a Blair. Thank you, Blair family, for giving this precious child a full, beautiful chance at a second life. Thank you, TC, for all the footage of him at the end. It was much needed. I'll remember their mantra always.

[@queensassy5742]

God Bless Detective ,his wife & family for taking in lil man. Brave lil man may you continue to be loved and safe. Rest up Queens💔💔🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@precioussss744]

Found myself in tears followed by unexpected sniffs I wish I could give Ronnie a hug

[@SulfurAstarothVixenIIIXXIII]

Ronnie is the literal definition of resilience… not only did did this kid survive, but he had the courage to relive that horrific night, explaining what he knew, AND had the courage to testify in front of the heartless monster that murdered his family, is incredible… what that detective did is heroic… this case is a prime example that amongst tragedy, good can still happen.

[@usernotfound3572]

They let this monster cross-examine his son?! Nobody considered how damaging that could be for this poor child?! How irresponsible of all parties involved…

[@leiakiki3525]

Yes of course they considered it, Ronnie was part of that decision. He wanted to do it for his mother and his little sister. He can now live as part of a beautiful family knowing that his father will never be free to harm him again. He is a truly brave soul.

[@usernotfound3572]

@@leiakiki3525 An 8 year old is too young to understand the negative psychological impact such an encounter might have. The prosecution and judge should’ve made this decision for him and never allow him to see his family annihilator, let alone interact with him.

[@leiakiki3525]

@@usernotfound3572 I absolutely understand the point you are making, I respect that. But I do not agree that professionals weren’t looking out for the child in this case. Not every 8 year old is the same, it’s not true to say that they would all be impacted in the same way. Ronnie is thankfully in a loving home now and as the video states, is getting the mental help he needs. We all have different personal and professional experiences that lead us to our opinions, we can agree to disagree.

[@JulieRushworth]

​@usernotfound3572 our bodies emotions and feeling can detect evil.

[@jeng9927]

@@leiakiki3525 If that was the case, they would have had questions submitted in writing and the recording the child’s answers.

[@lpotts75]

Man....this is sickening. That boy is gonna have to live with so many bad memories. So sad of a story. So happy they took him in.

[@angeltears2586]

Ronnie, I am só sorry for your loss, but I'm quite sure your Mom and sister is looking down on you with smiles on their faces. I'm also sure that they're sending you big hugs and só much love. You may have lost something só very special, but you've also gained só much more too. Much love to you, young man!! 🤍🪽

[@ShelbySays]

Keke telling Ronnie how much she loved him in those moments captured on the 911 call really broke my heart. The fear for her children's lives as well as her own mustve been so incredibly intense. So senseless and tragic. RIP to those beautiful souls.

[@Miyanybria]

I think she was talking to the man so he can stop

[@samuelakasam]

31:29 crazy how none of his blood family, not no one! from his mother or father side of the family took him smh 🤦🏾‍♂️ but I’m glad he has a family that loves him.

[@sheribrougham4863]

Exactly. Very telling. That would be even more devastating to him than what he had already been through to know no one in his family wanted him.

[@lolofoxy1814]

Was thinking this why didn't they step up .. I'm glad he is wear he is bless hem ❤

[@8213apice]

They probably told her to leave that dude alone and she didn’t. It takes alot to raise a kid.

[@StayFocusedStayHumble]

Exactly they terrible

[@ShadBoss-wx1kc]

I said the same thing

[@theresarasche3173]

I cried at the end with his adopted family…what a wonderful family with a great mantra 😢❤❤❤

[@laurenc7601]

As soon as I heard that little girl was unrecognizable and almost decapitated I lost it 😢😢💔💔 horrible

[@StaraStara-tm4ke]

Me too 😢😫😫 I bawled my eyes out!!! That demon should have gotten the death penalty manh!!!! Can’t believe the jury couldn’t see that!

[@mdiannedorsey8301]

Tears & Hearts. Thank you for loving Ronnie and going above and beyond to ensure his safety, well-being and giving the love he so deserves. Your family is angelic in every sense. THANK YOU ALL!❤❤❤

[@dejamccain1495]

I usually don’t cry on these but the support for baby boy and him making it and witnessing his sisters tears/other things happening that night all just got to my heart. He’s so strong! I pray he truly heals from this if thats even remotely possible.

[@BlueAmerican26]

The picture of little ronnie and blairs pittie really got to me. That kid went through so freaking much. Im so happy he's doing better now as a blair!

[@Forflipsake]

“Bring him to me”. I straight up cried my eyes out hearing those words. Jerk and Ronnie’s little sister sounded like amazing people and I know they’re somewhere holding eachother and watching over Ronnie

[@Chloe299XxX]

When that little girl Ronivea sorry I'm not sure of spelling. Was mentioned with a bow in her hair. Especially her vulnerability. It broke me. And those authority figures who looked after Ronnie are just so admirable. And my heart goes out to the fire fighters. I hope he has an amazing life after this. The ending photos gave me a lump in my throat. So beautiful

[@genevievesuzi1549]

I don't mind telling you that this video of yours took me a good 8 days to get through because of little Ronnie. My daughter is a foster mom and the very first child she fostered had been beat, SA, his mother used to use him to pay her rent and get food and he was back and forth all the time until he said he never wanted to go back to his mom. That's when my daughter and her husband, who's a police officer in Alabama adopted him 💓 they have since adopted a teenage girl and just recently had a bouncing baby boy and he's only 3 days old ❤️ so their once little family is now a big family with lots of love 🙏🏼

[@markmcbride9039]

You have me in tears, thank you family for getting him and being his parents. He needs all the help and love you can give him. I ask that you all be patient with him because he is your child now. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.❤

[@ambervallerio2816]

That little boy will carry that horror for the rest of his life. I am so glad his step parents are showing him love and affection in such a hard time in his life. It’s amazing that they still till this day talk about his mom and little sister. So much respect i have for that family ❤️

[@VioletJoy]

💜💜💜

[@Kellyelenika]

This is mind boggling. This Lunatic could cross examine his own son. This rubbish should not be allowed to happen.

[@sauce1232]

It's a constitutional right and his son is a witness. Everyone has the right to a fair trial and everyone is innocent until proven guilty.

[@joehall6559]

as a police officer and i have watched these crime videos , 20 plus years.this one has the best ending ever.

[@caninekathy7740]

Through all the torment this child found another mother father and family God bless him and keep him safe and give him a wonderful life

[@marshacarodine3364]

Thank you Mike, Danielle and your loving family💗. Bless you!

[@andrewclifton185]

The Judge's final speech was truly incredible and his adopted family are the definition of True love

[@lizxjoanne]

I'm at work currently bawling my eyes out. This is so tragic. But God bless that officer and his wife for taking Ronnie in. I'm so glad he is now safe and loved. ❤

[@Slindo_M]

The only flicker of light in this story, is Ronnie & his adoptive family. God bless the fire fighter guy & his family for such a selfless & Godly act ❤️🙏🏽

[@kooniestewart6025]

Yes, but I'm trying to understand why & how does his flesh N blood maternal grandmother and aunt not seek custody😢😢he went through foster homes a few times

[@MossyB4Prez]

I usually watch these cases on break at work and this here got me in the locker room in tears. My God. What a tragedy. May the spirits bless Det. Blair tremendously for wanting to take Ronnie in as his own. Ronnie's mental health should be just fine with his new family.

[@jenmclaughlin4856]

I am so happy that Ronnie has HIS family to grow with and feel the love with that he had with but lost with his mother. Officer Blair is a hero, and I am ugly crying both at the tragedy and the silver lining of this horrific case. Shout out to that young man for his strength in holding that murderer to account.

[@josi4251]

That clown screaming at the jury ... words fail me. Thank heavens for the Blair family taking in that little boy.

[@kimwilliamsii2122]

Damn right he is a clown, look at that hair too. The spikes are also devil horns too

[@lifeandtheuniverse42]

The judge's face while she watched his performance said it all. What a horrible guy.

[@yolandawilson6619]

Lawyers do it all the time. One prosecutor literally straddled her team member and imitated stabbing him on a mattress. Watch more trials.

[@josi4251]

@@yolandawilson6619 Having spent decades off and on working as a paralegal, I know that lawyers can get loud, both in and out of court. However, despite the occasional oddball, none appeared to be as seriously crazy as that guy in the video.

[@yolandawilson6619]

@josi4251 You feel that way bc he is the actual murderer so it's hard to view him as an actual defender. Truth be told, he did have some valid points, and they never should’ve had his son testify.

[@itsteethomas]

I have watched A LOT of cases, and this is by far one of the saddest. I remember watching the trial, but still, watching this video just made it that much more real to me. Great job putting this together. Major shout out to Detective Blair and his family of angels. May Little Ronnie be nothing less than blessed moving forward.

[@WhisperingMoon83]

I’ve listened to this case on other channels and it never ceases to make me cry. I’m so glad Ronnie is with a family who loves him so much, so dearly, while also allowing him to remember his mother and sister in such a loving way. All my love to Ronnie 💙

[@fancybrooks5901]

I absolutely love respect and adore people like this there’s no words to explain how grateful I am being a stranger.❤❤❤❤❤

[@Juliett-we7tc]

He really turned that trial into a serious clown show. I have never seen drama queening taken to that extreme before. If you've seen the entire trial, Seeing Ronnie Jr. Testify like he did, how brave and strong he was as his dad tried to intimidate him. He tried to frighten Ronnie Jr into giving the answers he wanted, but that kid just stuck to his guns and made sure that the jury or judge knew what a piece of filth his dad was. Amazing kid.

[@serenityjones5726]

He wasn't a Jr

[@rationallyruby]

@@serenityjones5726yeah he is…

[@aliasme-cc2qb]

I wept with the ending. I hope the family stays strong. I was adopted too and this makes me happy. Blood means nothing, family means more.

[@joli395]

Domestic violence kills! 😥

[@Queendeewitdalocs]

Each and every time 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@deescott8312]

Yes

[@angelamccrackin5243]

The body and the soul....

[@justincase8403]

I'm so glad that little Ronnie ended up in a good situation he deserved to experience some happiness in his life after all he's been through. Every child should be able feel safe at very least. I hope little Ronnie has an amazing life ahead of him and that he grows up to wildly successful.

[@ilikeitlikethat7305]

I refuse to believe that that child “had” to take the stand and be cross-examined by his dad in order for this case to succeed. I hate they made that boy do that.

[@TPS_Report]

I remember coming across a really beautiful article in the news, showing one of the pictures that is featured at the end. A detective had gotten attached to the victim in one of his cases, and he ended up adopting him. I remember how sweet I thought that was. While watching this video, I didn't put two and two together until close to the end, once I made the connection I started sobbing. This is one of the most difficult cases you guys have covered but you did a wonderful job. I truly hope Ronnie gets everything he wants in life ❤

[@22Purplemist]

​@Nincom-ne1rz- the word "guys" can be used as a gender neutral term

[@Mark-bd5ci]

​@Nincom-ne1rz😂

[@theprincessdivam7695]

Horrible story. I am glad that he found a wonderful family to take care of him.

[@Nikki_the_G]

Oh God, I only remembered this horror story well into it, I think my mind blocked it out. Bless Ronnie and his adoptive family. Rip Keke and Neveah.

[@maryscott9430]

Omg. I live in Riverview!!! This happened less than 1 mile from my house!!! We also know the deputy.. he is an incredible,generous, living man. Ronnie is so loved by his new family.❤. Also the trial was crazier than the media has showed.

[@stephanielong2674]

Aww tell the family that they are doing God's work. That man didn't care about anything other then a child needing someone to protect him and stand up for him. His wife is amazing for not getting mad at her husband for saying bring him to me when she already had 5 kids of her own. Ppl love to make cops look bad when they don't understand what they see on the job. They don't know when a cop pulls you over an mad at you for speeding if he just left a screen where someone was killed by someone speeding or what. I am so glad for ppl lile the Blair family. My brother is a cop now he works in the school but his 1st day on the job they had to serve a warrent to a guy well he opened fire and killed another officer that was on his 1st day after graduation as well. My brother had to sit with the guy at the er and come to find out the guy had donated to thr cops and was friends with some of them. He thought they was taking his land away from him. My brother goes ot was so hard being nice to someone who just killed 5 cops and shooting a kid in front of him. My prayers for this officer to heal from what he had to see for Lil ronnie for all the trama he had to go threw and thr family as a whole.

[@Trailblazer162]

I'm sure it was with that idiot representing himself. I wouldn't have been able to sit there and listen to him let alone even look at his dumb hair.

[@jonnysupreme]

​@@stephanielong2674 "god" has nothing to do with it

[@Nikki_the_G]

​@@jonnysupremeOh give it a rest.

[@jonnysupreme]

@@Nikki_the_G give what a rest? Saying factual sentences? No I'll carry on as much as I damn well please thanks

[@jessicaellina3878]

Awwwwww Ronnie, sweet boy! You have made an old lady cry tears of joy for your survival, your courage and your wonderful family! So moved by this tragic story. Ronnie, my love, your mum and sister are smiling down at you from heaven and are delighted that you are loved and safe. Sending you , your family and that fine pup lots of hugs 😘🇬🇧

[@HellcatMad]

Total tear jerker. Best wishes for Ronnie. This was Truly Criminal

[@TerryFord-sr9nr]

🥀🕊️Ronny Sr. was so evil, none of his relatives would allow him into their homes even as he needed to heal himself! That's the kind of monster he was. RIP to the mom and her child. God bless the BLAIR family that adopted and raised little Ronny!💔🙏🏽😞

[@janem5900]

A fair legal system acknowledges the difference between being 'evil' and being mentally incapacitated by a serious brain disorder. The United States reveals a primitive and ignorant attitude in this regard.

[@shannilmerrill426]

Man. The end really got me. I am so incredibly happy that little Ronnie got his loving home and is safe, loved, and his family loves him and he is a member of this loving family.

[@RaisingAnAmericanGirl]

This had me choked up the entire time. What story of love and resilience it turned out to be. Kudos to Ronnie Blair and his incredible family.

[@chinnitarhodes4683]

Thanks so much for ur love and support for this young man Jehovah always put the right people in our lives for the right reasons❤❤❤

[@Sweet05cts]

I've watched a ton of these videos from many channels; this one really hit me hard. The level of evil is just not measurable

[@jlongino51823]

Retired paramedic. In 23 years I only had 1 patient I followed up with. May God bless Ronnie, the Blair family, the judge and prosecutors and all of the people who had to be there to just do their jobs. May you all be truly blessed. ❤

[@MommiesWicked1]

By far the saddest most absolutely horrifying Truly Criminal video. I have never cried so much listening to a case. GREAT JOB to TC for elegantly telling this story.

[@D-A-A-10]

Wowwwww how wonderful the world would be with more people like the Blair family!!!! Words can not describe how special they are .

[@nanafab4379]

This has me in tears, Ronnie God bless you and the family you now have.

[@Lilpeepkinn]

Mr. Blair who adopted Ronnie is a real hero, thank you 🙏🏻 He went above and beyond for this kid and is what all cops should strive to be like!

[@jennak7268]

excellent way you showed sympathy and respect in the telling of horrendous case. I was in tears half way through. Amazing family to show such love for little Ronnie xx

[@elizabethwynn2438]

I couldn't possibly have been on that jury. Besides having to hear from the person who committed the crimes, the pictures are where I bow out. God bless that young man.

[@babs2902]

I know this story - I’ve heard it countless times. But I will always tear up when I hear little Ronnie’s happy ending

[@maedit7896]

I can’t believe that he was allowed to “defend” himself, he is a whole clown. Wow. This is crazy. Poor family

[@jayse1834]

Although Ronnie had to endure such a horrible moment in his special life , He has been blessed with life & a bunch of special people !!!

[@barbaralamson7450]

Thank you for sharing this. I am so happy for Ronnie. He is such a great kid. I hope his dream comes true, whatever it may be.

[@kikilee7162]

I am truly humbled by both the beautiful ending and the horrific cruelty. Both ends of the spectrum. You did this beautifully. Thank you ❤

[@quadiejhamccall-i9p]

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[@Wintermaus]

Eeek! All those horns and his demeanor, he looks like a demon. What a scary creature.

[@cw4608]

Don King defense attorney

[@uniquepurpose03]

I absolutely agree

[@shanebembridge8915]

Massive respect for officer blare. So glad little ronnie went to live with him

[@danid7543]

This one really got to me. How horrific. I'm so glad at least that Ronnie is now safe and loved. I hope he can heal as much as possible and have a beautiful life. Thanks to this channel for another excellent presentation of the case. You girls are my favourite.

[@divinedevil]

Even the darkest of clouds have a silver lining & Ronnie becoming a part of a safe & loving family is the brightest one! I listen to your podcast on Amazon every night, it's head & shoulders above the rest. Thank you🎉❤

[@cw4608]

The best of the crime channels on YT! Well narrated, well written, clear and concise. Your presentations are respectful to the victims. I tell every true crime fan Truly Criminal is the very best! Truly Criminal knocked it out of the park with this episode.

[@tammikit5310]

My heart is breaking for that young boy. I'm so glad that he survived but having to witness what he saw happen to his sister... OMG🥺 so EVIL. I pray this child grows up and finds all the happiness and in the world. Filled with good health. I'll be praying for this young child. 😢❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@terryross9064]

The Blair family I salute y’all! Giving this kid what every kid deserves love protection an guidance!

[@dotson0]

Whew between the judges statement and Ronnie's words had tears in my eyes. So glad Ronnie was able to find a home

[@clarisesanchez6978]

Thank you for presenting this case so eloquently! Such a sad case😢

[@ashleyquam]

32:32 omg I’m crying thank god for officer Blaine and his family

[@gordonaliasme1104]

I have heard this case before, but you add empathy and warmth. Thank you !

[@diannewray4358]

I can’t S. T. O. P Crying… OMG… Thank GOD for His now Daddy and Family ❤

[@dominiquelazo-johson1502]

I've never seen a video that actually brought me to tears... I don't even have the words. Ronnie...continue thriving honey. Remember that you are safe and loved

[@ma53jg]

This case is especially heartbreaking. Thank you to the Blair family for welcoming and loving Ronnie.