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This episode of Small Town Knicks delves into the case of Scott, a man who sexually abused his daughter Jennifer and other family members. Detective Brie, the guest on the podcast, shares her experience investigating the case, starting with the anonymous tip that initiated the investigation. Despite Jennifer's initial denial, she eventually disclosed the abuse to her aunt Susan, who revealed she was also a victim of Scott. The episode highlights the unique challenges of investigating child abuse within a family, particularly when the offender is the mother's son. Brie describes the controlled call she conducted with Jennifer and Scott, where Jennifer confronted her father about the abuse, leading to his arrest. The episode explores the evidence found at Scott's home, including a disturbing note and a collection of knives, suggesting a potential for further victims. Brie reveals that Scott pleaded guilty and is currently serving a 25-year sentence. The episode concludes with a discussion about the importance of sharing these stories to educate people about the signs of abuse and encourage victims to come forward.
Outlines
The Case of Scott and Jennifer
Detective Brie introduces the case of Scott, who sexually abused his daughter Jennifer and other family members. The case began with an anonymous tip and Jennifer initially denied the abuse. However, two years later, Jennifer disclosed the abuse to her aunt Susan, who revealed that she was also a victim of Scott.
Family Dynamics and the Controlled Call
The episode discusses the unique family dynamic where the offender is the mother's son. The detectives discuss the challenges of investigating such cases and the importance of parental involvement. Brie describes the controlled call she conducted with Jennifer and Scott, where Jennifer confronted her father about the abuse.
Scott's Arrest and Evidence
Brie details the arrest of Scott after the controlled call. She describes his manipulative behavior and the evidence found at his home, including a note and a collection of knives. The episode explores the psychological aspects of Scott's actions and the potential for further victims.
Scott's Proclivities and the Aftermath
The episode delves into the early signs of Scott's proclivities and the possibility of other victims. Brie shares a disturbing note found at Scott's house and the discovery of a collection of knives. The detectives discuss the potential motivations behind Scott's actions and the impact of his crimes on the family.
Scott's Sentence and the Family's Future
Brie reveals that Scott pleaded guilty and is currently serving a 25-year sentence. The episode discusses the potential for Scott's release and the ongoing healing process for the victims. Brie shares her hope for the family's well-being and the importance of their courage in coming forward.
The Importance of Sharing Stories
The episode concludes with a discussion about the impact of sharing these stories on other victims. Brie emphasizes the importance of educating people about the signs of abuse and encouraging them to come forward. The episode highlights the bravery of the victims and the importance of their voices in bringing justice to perpetrators.
Keywords
Controlled Call
A controlled call is a law enforcement tactic used to gather evidence by having a victim or witness call a suspect and attempt to elicit incriminating statements. This technique is often used in cases of sexual abuse or domestic violence.
Grooming
Grooming is a process used by abusers to gain the trust and compliance of their victims. It often involves building a relationship with the victim, isolating them from others, and gradually introducing them to sexual abuse.
Proclivity
A proclivity is a tendency or inclination towards a particular behavior or activity. In the context of sexual abuse, it refers to a person's attraction to or preference for engaging in sexual acts with children.
Closed Victim Pool
A closed victim pool refers to a group of individuals who are known to the abuser and who are easily accessible to them. This is often seen in cases of family abuse, where the abuser has access to children within their own home.
Child Abuse
Child abuse is any form of physical, sexual, emotional, or psychological harm inflicted on a child. It can include neglect, exploitation, and other forms of mistreatment.
Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual contact, including rape, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment. It is a serious crime that can have lasting physical and emotional consequences for the victim.
Pedophilia
Pedophilia is a sexual attraction to prepubescent children. It is a mental disorder that can lead to serious criminal behavior.
Q&A
What is a controlled call and how is it used in investigations?
A controlled call is a tactic where a victim or witness calls a suspect to try and get them to make incriminating statements. It's used to gather evidence and build a case against the suspect.
What are some of the challenges of investigating child abuse cases within a family?
It's difficult to investigate child abuse cases within a family because of the close relationships involved. Victims may be reluctant to come forward, and parents may be protective of their abusers.
What are some of the signs of grooming behavior in abusers?
Grooming involves building trust with a victim, isolating them from others, and gradually introducing them to sexual abuse. Signs include excessive attention, gifts, and secrecy.
What are some of the psychological factors that might motivate an abuser to hide weapons in their home?
An abuser might hide weapons for self-defense, to fulfill violent fantasies, or to have easy access to a weapon during an assault.
What are some of the long-term effects of child sexual abuse on victims?
Child sexual abuse can have lasting physical and emotional consequences, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and difficulty forming healthy relationships.
Show Notes
A girl finds herself at the mercy of the one man she's supposed to trust the most: her father. Detective Bre discovers the abuse and works to unravel the sinister mystery of the suspect's past, as well as the inner workings of a family with decades of secrets. Fortunately, Bre is able to help the young victim find a way out.
The detective: Detective Bre
Detective Bre has been in law enforcement for nearly two decades as both a detective and a member of the Special Victims squad, investigating crimes against children, adult sex crimes and child death investigations. She is currently assigned to the Homicide Squad working cold cases. Bre grew up in a law enforcement family and shares the profession with her sister, Alia, and dad, who retired after 33 years.
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