Description

1994, a 15 year old boy did the unthinkable. He ambushed his mother and younger sister and shot them to death. All because he was angry over being grounded. He planned their murders, and 3 more family members for weeks before the ambush. And most of it was caught on a recording device on his home phone. But still, the question remains, at 15 years old, was Nathan Callahan old enough to be held responsible for his actions.

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Show Notes

Hosted and produced by Erica Kelley

Researched & Written by Hannah Newcomb

Additional Research & Writing by Erica Kelley

Original Graphic Art by Coley Horner

Original Music by Rob Harrison of Gamma Radio

Edited by Chaes Gray of Gray Multimedia

Case Suggested by: Natasha Morrell

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