Sole survivor: Brenda Lin's harrowing story of betrayal and murder | 7NEWS Spotlight
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- On July 18, 2009, the battered bodies of newsagent Min Lin, his wife Lily Lin, their sons Henry and Terry; and Lily's sister Irene were found in their North Epping home. Brenda Lin was the only family member to survive - saved only by a school trip to New Caledonia. After making pleas for public assistance to solve the case, Min's brother-in-law Robert Xie was charged with their murders in 2011. In 2017, Xie was found guilty of murdering all five members of the Lin family and sentenced to five life terms in jail. In February 2021, Chief Justice Tom Bathurst and Justices Robert Allan Hulme and Robert Beech-Jones rejected Xie's appeal and found Xie didn't suffer a miscarriage of justice. This story originally aired in 2017.
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Dear Brenda. I am a father. I know for a fact that your dad knows you love him. I am sure he is proud of the amazing person you have become.
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Beautifully stated. I also like how you (like Brenda) used present tense.😊
First time I cried while started this video is when i read this comment. I swear u must be sending her a message from the heavens so beautiful
A very kind message to Brenda❤❤
❤️
Brenda please know this: your father knew you loved him. He knew. Hugs.
Had that exact same thought. Nicely written.
Had that same thought as Brenda spoke of herself and how she didn’t saw anything to her father. I cried and said he knew baby he knew
Also if her parents never said stuff like that to her, then saying stuff like that would be really alien for her. The other kids were hugging and kissing their parents because their parents taught them that from birth most likely. So in no way should she harbor any guilt.
@@quirkya909; With respect for the family. - .There is an error in your comments.. i.e. "She didn't SEE anything", Nor "SAY anything to her father". :(
@Henry Robinson no need to be insensitive. I’m sure if she was there she’d hug her. That’s the point of the comment.
One of the worst lessons I learnt in life is that those that are closest to us can cause us more harm than a stranger.
So so sad but true
Yep, so true.
It almost always someone close to you, or knows you. That’s the creepy part. You never know!!
yup sadly.
Sometimes. I have to believe that it is sometimes.
The part towards the end where she's just walking with her dog makes me think about how many people pass her by and have no idea the horror shes been through and who knows maybe even the people passing by have been through horrific events too , reminds me to be kind to everyone no matter what. You have no idea what the person next to you has been through/going through. God bless!
So true!
That's the real horror of the horror!
Yes a lot of people see a pretty girl and think "their life must be so easy"
Agreed. I will be kind to everyone no matter what.
Luckily they don't know! The worse is to be pitied!
Poor thing she looks spiritually, physically and emotionally exhausted. May she find peace and love in her life
She never told her family lol
What pain and suffering.... God bless you and may God give u strength..... GOD'S love upon you.
@@mariarusso826 what
Australians are gorgeous, Brenda, her friends, her principal; the interviewer, news anchor, all so healthy and glowing.
Sara B’s “Brave” aw; the murderer is behind bars and confessed on candid camera, but it could be survivor guilt… Brenda wasn’t home, has an alibi
I think she looks quite peaceful and put together and has a kind loving 🥰 support network.
Has seen both the worst and best of humanity
@@underworldringside What about that do you find funny?
The fact the kids woke up during the attack and fought for their lives further adds to the horror for me, what a monster for real
I know that’s so dam sad dude 🤦🏻♀️
So depressing
That's what I was thinking. What the hell did they feel? terror, fear, couldn't protect themselves. At the hands of a vile monster :-(
My thoughts exactly!!
I can't help crying when knowing those kids fought for their life... The pain they felt at the verge of dying.. They died too soon,,, my gosh it is so deppressing to watch..
Are we going to ignore the host ? She was very compassionate and respectful towards Brenda's limits . 👏 Good job !
Very much so.
But isnt that her job??? Like being a parent or a doctor. No kudos. A simple thanks is appropriate
@@lovelyscorp79 i think the point is most hosts don’t do this
Actually this host has a reputation for not being compassionate nor respectful... so its a nice change.
@@alphabet_soup123 yikes! That cant be good.
Her principal is like a loving, empathetic mother and her friends seem like sisters to her. I am so grateful all the support and love she has received.
The loneliest people are the kindest. The saddest people smile the brightest. The most damaged people are the wisest. All because they do not wish to see anyone else suffer the way they do.
Keep shining you beautiful girl. What defines you , is your light. Your family would be so proud of you.
What a lovely, kind and insightful thing to say. I lost my grandfather, mother, father & brother in a car accident caused by a drunk driver when I was 10.
@@womensarmycorpsveteran2904 I’m so sorry for your loss❤️
Wise words!!! 😁🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Beautifully said; it resonates.🙏
@@womensarmycorpsveteran2904 What a tender age....Extremely sorry for your loss.
The principle lady is just a wonderfully compassionate lady. When she said she wants to be there when Brenda gets married, has her first child, and has a family again, it almost made me tear up.
I find it sweet but also a tad sexist. Why does she assume Brenda will marry and have kids?
@@dakelei
Seriously, dude? 😂
Adjust.Your.Focus.
@@SUPERSPAZD Shut up. It's called having an opinion. I'm allowed to. I live in China and teach at a university here. Chinese culture is very sexist. I experience it every day. I have reasons for thinking how I do. It's bad enough when men act like chauvinist pigs. It's worse when women buy into it. Did you notice that Brenda herself has said she's not sure about marriage and kids? Should she also adjust her focus?
@@dakelei
So.Feisty. 😁
Chill TF Out. 😂
@@dakelei what´s wrong with you?
The interviewers in Australia are so respectful, considerate, and kind. I appreciated how they handled this interview instead of forcing and probing
Lol no she has a reputation of not being respectful 🤣🤣 you guys believe anything
Hmmmmmm I dunno about that...
Lol maybe then you should see the ones in Asia lol
@@dangerislander before I read your name I saw "DUNNO" and knew you were an islander.
@@DMoses76ix7 lmaoo 😂 you right
This documentary was respectfully done. It didn't sensationalize the gruesome details or show too much of the crime scene. It focused on the survivor , a lovely young woman whose gonna share kindness and hope wherever she goes in life. You can tell by the way she speaks of them that they were wonderful people who deserved better. She smiles when she thinks of them even though its bittersweet for her and she cries.
The uncle is where he belongs and he's gonna rot in there and be forgotten. Her family will continue to be remembered by her and her parents are proud of her. They know she loves them.
You mean the part she suggested she may be to blame? Super tasteful.
I too feel they are probably looking over her and I’m sure they knew and know how much she loved them and how much she misses them.I’m sorry she had to go through something so traumatic and life changing at such a young age.
And the questions about sexual interference and the tasteful silence whilst Brenda tried to not answer..
Growing up, I used to think that my grandma was crazy because she didn’t allow some family members around my sister and I. After she passed away I found out the truth. She was protecting us from the evil in her own family, her sister’s kids.
I'm so glad she did. My mother and grandmother exposed me to terrible men. To some people, saving face and projecting the image of a happy family is more important than saving their children, with the older generation usually being especially set in their ways.
Yup my mom would never leave us alone with any men in our family it was always family gatherings but no one even babysat us, my mom worked nights to take care of us and I never knew why she was so strict, until I grew up and realize what the world was like and also she told me about her experiences as a child ...I hope kids reading this appreciate their parents and why they want to protect them
My grandma did the same (bless her soul). I was a teenager when she died and if she was still alive today, I would have thanked her each day, after I was old enough to realize why she actually did what she did. I do the same with my daughter now.
Same with mine and I am doing the same with my kids.
My husband and i we did the same with all 4 of our kids, we both worked but we never had a babysitter for our kids, he worked nights, i worked days, if i had to work nights he would work days. Until they got old enough to keep themselves, tgats how we were raised, and thats how inraised my kids, and its how my grandsons were raised. People are crazy, and very perverted, its so very sad, and they are getting worse so much worse.
That school principal is a genuinely good hearted person.
Yes
Yes
We need principals like this in America.
I believe he may be innocent. Asians behaving differently in a white culture get harmed. Standing too close, speaking too loud, don’t look like a nice person (are all ugly people bad? Most would say no. But when it comes to judgment time, it’s much easier to convict people who don’t look like us. Especially unattractive bald short Asian male with a weak chin like uncle Robert Xie). I think the police framed him with the guide of that Principal. Another example of xenophobia.
@@seattlerain8655 in Chinese culture, when something like this happened, people will be nicer than what they used to be. But they won’t stand soooo close to a 15 yrs old girl, usually will keep a distance that’s chinese propriety. Robert is the murderer, he is not innocent.
When she was telling the story about leaving and not telling her father certain things, I wanted to go through the screen and hold her. Poor baby. She is still so raw and hurt.
It always warms my heart when I read a comment like yours. It makes me feel good there are such understanding, kind people in the world. Some are so judgemental...
@Brandy Sutherland
THIS IS SO SAD.
I wanted to comfort her so badly. At the age of 20 I found out my uncle had been murdered via a news report. My family had to tried to contact me first but were unsuccessful. Then at 42 my mother died whilst I was overseas. I was so distraught that i didn't get to see her tell her I love her. Watching this courageous young lady has really put things in perspective for me. My story pales in comparison. What an amazing young woman. 🙏❤🙏
@@SlimKeith11 ok see let us help in this message and all that I
She had a beautiful family and she's a lovely young lady. It's wonderful to see her friends, principal, and many others that have taken her under their wings and love her. Ah my heart breaks for her. But, she has incredible poise and has shown strength just by doing this interview. God bless, keep, and use her for your glory!
My heart broke when Brenda was feeling guilty saying she didn’t tell her dad she loved him as she was saying goodbye to him prior to going on her trip.
Brenda, if you’re reading these comments, know that your dad knew you loved him. Parents know…they really do.
I have a lot of tears watching that scene knowing many of us had the same thought especially when we part ways or even just reminded of our loved ones and wondering if it was the last time you’d ever see them again. Very sad what happened to her. The family seems to be so wholesome and happy.
@angeleyes-bk7unA what?
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That school principal is the type we wish to principal.ALL our children..What a lady..More life , more blessings to her.
I couldn't agreee more. She has a heart of gold. We need more principals such as herself as role model for the young generation
As stated above, I agree with everyone. Especially wish all school Principles were as special and devoted to inspire a better life for our future generations as she is. God bless you all.
God bless her Principal! Too many are in this field only for a paycheck......❤️❤️
I couldn't agree more 👍
@@tryphinedzimbanete9616 .....sazita heeeeeyyyyy🙋🏾♀️🙋🏾♀️🙋🏾♀️🙋🏾♀️🙋🏾♀️
Her principal is a very caring woman with strong maternal instincts, she was able to tap into the confrontation she witnessed between Brenda and that evil man and knew that he was a very dangerous man, what a remarkable woman, at that moment she was not a principal but a mother protecting her offspring. She is a fantastic lady, God bless her.
Yes, she is: no teacher could have done better.
YOU 💯💯 Right - God bless you Former Principal.
The world needs more people like HER.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@adelesimmercy5492 lk
Yes. God bless her
Amen
I don't think that principal has enough credit for what she did in speaking out and stepping up for Brenda!! So much compassion
I believe he may be innocent. Asians behaving differently in a white culture get harmed. Standing too close, speaking too loud, don’t look like a nice person (are all ugly people bad? Most would say no. But when it comes to judgment time, it’s much easier to convict people who don’t look like us. Especially unattractive bald short Asian male with a weak chin like uncle Robert Xie). I think the police framed him with the guide of that Principal. Another example of xenophobia.
I have many Asian friends professionally and friendships, I totally have much respect for all cultures no matter where your from. We are entitled to our own views but to judge others I too would be judged. If the evidence was stated clearly then I would say that's your verdict. It's a whole family taken for no apparent reason but obsession or jealousy of success.
@@twus6 I don’t know the story in full but neither is the public at large. But the evidence cited here seem extremely weak to meet the legal standards to convict someone for such a serious crime. Four trials? I think they were really trying hard to get him!
Absolutely agree, and this young lady needed all the support she could get through this ordeal after loosing her whole family. Thank the lord she had her school principal who reached out to her. ❤️
Thank you Dana Lee, for expressing your view regarding the school principal 👍 totally in support of not enough recognition. What state of mind would Brenda be in if she did not have that moral support 🌻
The Principle’s empathy is astonishing, her commitment to Brenda’s recovery and ability to instil love and hope is tragically too rare a gift. For both she and Brenda, I hope her wishes for Brenda’s future come true.
When the principal stated she witnessed him yelling at Brenda, I could only think he was trying to get her to sign over the family's business and money to him. I'm glad the principal introduced her to a lawyer that could fight for her!
the pricipal here is Brenda's angel guardian sent from heaven--
@@GRASHA1524 Most definitely!
He was trying to convince her to move in.
When you know you know so listen to yourself
Brenda was too in shock and pain to know anything. I’m glad the teacher listened to her instincts and got her a lawyer
Anyone watching this please. Never be afraid to report sexual abuse. No matter who the person is abusing you!
Yes yes yes because with that 1 secret so many other things are attached to that evil li this and also transcends generations when that secret is kept
Yes, that is so true!
Easier said than done.
Even after telling a trusted family member that doesn't believe you!
I should have reported my abuser but I didn’t because I was just a kid myself. He was later arrested for sexually abusing his young step daughter. It was around that time that I realized I was a victim but I still kept the secret. 😞 It makes me sick till this day.
“People become bitter or better”.
What a beautiful young woman!!
I am trying to become better thank you!!!
With Australians, you can't tell. Even better sounds like bitter.
@@rosihantu1 Australian are good!!!
Ugh, the pure grief in her voice as she describes her last moments with her father. Just breaks my heart into a million pieces.
only vocal fry in her voice
This girl is so strong. She’s been through a lot and still radiates so much positivity. If you are reading this, keep saying strong. You will have your own family one day and find that love again you once had.
Thank you for that loving message.
@@Food-Dharma 💞
I agree wholeheartedly. Brenda, you are an amazing woman and I hope only the very best for you and you will find love one day, if not already! Because you truly deserve it and have SO MUCH TO GIVE.
There is one incredibly lucky person out there who will get your love and beauty inside and out! Much love and best wishes to you Brenda, your parents are looking down from heaven and are so incredibly proud of you!
@@gee7simply76 на
@@vasilisakrusteva3072 ??
In Asian culture, it's actually quite common for children to not ever tell their parents 'I love you' and vice versa, mainly because of being brought up in generations of traditional and conservative rules. Instead of words, it's shown through actions instead. Poor Brenda...
It's more of a formal respect for elders culture rather than conservative rules.
So true. I've never told my parents this either. I wish Asian families didn't hold back this sort of conversations. I hope this changes.
@@mika1928 It's not just an Asian thing. Until a couple of generations ago it was a British and Scottish thing too.
@@judil3294 for sure but for my language/culture there is no vocab to even say i love you in my language. Only language is how to say i love you to a lover.
It's not only Asian culture..others as well. My parents, may they RIP, were from Ireland. We're not a demonstrative race either. When a culture is decimated and genocide (Mao?) has taken place..trauma carries on into future generations.
To anyone questioning why she’s smiling a lot it’s because she is stronger than you people. Instead of letting the trauma destroy her she is trying to remember the things she loved about her family members. Do you seriously not see the way she is smiling specifically when she is talking about her memories of her family members and complimenting them, she is remembering them fondly and that is why she is smiling, she probably has tried to push the traumatic part out of her memory, so that she can go on living. Instead of reliving the trauma she is clearly trying very hard to think about her family members when they were alive rather than their death, that’s why you see her smiling in the tears because she is trying to fight through her traumatic memories by recalling the good ones. Also she may naturally just be a person who smiles nervously when she is put on the spot. Especially in an interview about a very personal trauma for millions to see. By that same logic you could say the interviewer is a psychopathic murderer because she is smiling throughout the video while talking about an unspeakable murder, get over yourselves🙄🤮.
Some people cope with hard issues or nervousness by smiling, its sort of automatic way of coping, that happens to me all the time when am nervous.
Spot on
OOOHH I didn't see any comments saying that! I would have ripped them a new one like you did!!
Well said!!
Spot on. People can be the most ignorant judges. They watch a 45 minute interview and a few clips around the time and think her smiling equals 24 hours of blissful happiness every single day of her life.
If people weren't so self centered they would be able to see through a smile to the sadness in someone's eyes.
This is why it’s very important for the parents to teach their children not to keep any secrets especially when someone is abusing or threatening them. Praying for Brenda’s peace and strength 🙏🏼
Absolutely true. No truth is worse than the lies told to “protect “ us.
One thinks they don't want the kids have anxiety. You don't really want your child to live in fear.
Amen secrets can be lethal! 😅
Also the stigma and culture of shaming victims just because "family ties", "family face", "family pride" and also respect the elderly.
Both the interviewer and school principal expressed incredible compassion towards Brenda. She was able to provide a glimpse into her life-her family tragedy-without judgement, and without being hurried. Her spirit is incredible. Bravo.
I agree. She's lucky to have the principal in her life. And the reporter was so compassionate and respectful. I appreciated them both.
Her aunt is also a monster. How can she stand by the very person that murdered her own brother, sister-in-law, and two nephews. This is so disheartening and makes me sick to the core.
And denies sexual abuse of a child
She's delusional
She felt the same way about them he did
Omg your absolutely right
Could be Grating Pride ; in how wrong one's judgment can be ⚠️
Exhibit A ; he admitted that he had sedated her...🚻
She's been abused most of her life without anyone knowing. She's used to putting on a smile to hide her pain. I hope she lives a calm life
And a happy life with her family that she adds too ❤️💖❤️
Yes!!! People don't understand this is a way for self preservation!!
God bless you always
She smiles her way through the interview. Her way to cope, but also hide the horror from outsiders.
You think her parents abused her?
Her principal Susan is stellar. She’s lucky to have her in her life. Not all school administrators are so involved or caring about the students and community. She’s a wonderful example of of excellence in education. God watch over Brenda. She looks like she’s headed in the right path to healing. Much luck and love to her.
The school principal is a very responsible and kind woman.
she is a dope
How is she a dope?
Principal is a true hero
God bless her. She stepped into the role of that almost like a mother or an aunt.
She has incredible intuition.
I am a father and one day you will know that regardless of what you did or didn’t say at a certain time to your Dad. HE KNOWS that he has a daughter who loves him ... As parents, the fact that you are young and growing as our revered children is a miracle we enjoy so immensely - we as parents are NOT looking to prove out “if” you are emoting and professing your love properly ....that isn’t the goal - We Know you Love us - it’s understood. - You will “understand” someday and it will be overwhelming- there are GREAT things in your future. You WILL get there ...AND you will reunite w/ your family someday - until then - Prayers and blessings to you
😢 TRUE!
This words are a caring hug. So warm...
Beautiful ❤
Thank you..
Yes. I am a mom and this is how it is. ❤️ love is unconditional.
The way the school and community galvanized for Brenda.......so heartwarming to see. Sad sad tragedy
The school and headmistress (Australian English for principal) were pure class personified.
I agree strongly that the good in people is most always there, sometimes you have to ask for it and asking for help when you need it is so difficult!
At the end of the day, the true good in people is amazing and never fails to inspire me to be the same way. I would rather give than receive. To see the smile on someone's face for the smallest act of kindness given them is priceless to me. Our world would be a better place if we all could show love and kindness in any way, big or small, it doesn't matter, it's the thought that counts, always!!!
@Blunder 143 I’m a English professor so technically you’re right but headmistress/headmaster is British, Australian and Canadian English for principal.
@Blunder 143 🙄😐👍👍
@@amybrenneman9421With of all the pain and suffering our country is going through at all times every time someone is victimized there are many more people around to help, love and support.. There is much more love and kindness in this world than evil....
How does one ever get over loosing an entire family? A nightmare from hell. Bless this young girl and ease her heart. ❤
The principal is extraordinary human being. She is a real role model.
Very very true ❤
i dont think she is a principal at that school anymore.
@@NehaKarim. she was my principal
@@julieli5381 yes she retired
@@leahallen8420 such an amazing soul and beautiful person inside out.
the fact she still talks about her family in the present tense and smiles fondly while remembering them really shows how much faith and love she harbors for them. god bless you brenda 🙏
I got that as well!!!
I immediately noticed when she started talking about how hard working her dad IS. I felt the love and how she’s keeping their memory alive.
Can’t help but cry at the sadness she is feeling. How could such evil exist on this earth.
It’s heartbreaking & pisses me off that money is the root of all evil.
@@stressmuffin Jealousy and greed.
God, I pray for your continued presence in Brenda's life. It's only You Lord who can heal her broken heart.
Correct
Crying for days
The uncle seemed like a pretty obvious person of interest from Day 1, and there seemed to be a lot of circumstantial evidence against him as well as physical evidence if they only looked. How did it take two years before his initial arrest? That seems like pretty lackadaisical police work. Meanwhile, that poor girl was forced to live with this monster during this time and endure sexual abuse. And the evidence of sexual abuse was suppressed at the trial? WTH kind of messed up legal process is that?
I agree with you robert Jones that part is very sad and sloppy police work
Not only that, but it took about 4 trials and until 2017 to put Robert Xie in prison.
Sometimes defense lawyers will argue that certain facts would prejudice the jury against them, especially if its just her word, like not proven at that point.
its the ozy cops dont expect too much unless your not wearing a mask then they will be all over it, there is a huge wealth of evidence of ozy cops fucking up and being corrupt, they really are the worst
What a monster too bad it took so long.
Oh man, seeing just one coffin of a family member is devastating enough, but seeing 5 ? I can't imagine...
That part had me shook. I am devastated for her. I knew her Aunt would take his side tho. But logically, what other motive or story makes any sense, besides the truth? That lady will die in denial I guess.
And one greedy low life caused it all and ruined that poor young ladies life..abusers of all types r pure evil..they walk among us...
Imagine being able to smile and stay noble after such tragedy. She is so, so strong. And has become my new idol.
Absolutely same. I haven’t witnessed such strength in a long time, my heart is broken for her.
I wanted to comment something and i didnt know what to say. And you said it well
I think i could have taken my life 😭😭😭😭😭
I watched while crying...from her voice she hasn't healed.... hugs wherever you are ❤️
Healing is a journey not a destination - it will take time
Sorrow is there and brokenness ... but Brenda's soul is complete. Evil did not win this one.
How does she heal😥😥
Sometimes it never really heals, we just learn to live with it.
It's very difficult to heal from something like this... will take a lifetime
I was a student living around the neighbourhood at that time. I remembered passing by their newsagency and always got my bus tickets there, and my host family's daughters also went to the same school with Brenda. Absolutely heartbreaking when I heard the news >< Such a warm-hearted man her father was...
Oh my word, you were there mourning in that school and that community. This must have been so frightening for you.
They seemed like lovely people. I'm glad this has been conveyed and it's not all just focused on the crime.
Uncle Robert is a despicable creep. My prayers for Brenda for healing.
I've lived around Cabramatta the majority of my life, most my friends are either Chinese or Vietnamese. Despite being white I know the body language, facial expressions, I know enough to bargain for a TV. this guy hadn't even prepare himself to lie & he tripped up so much just by this.
Bless you Brenda! Thank you for sharing your story and being an encouragement and role model to others and showing us that there is light at the end of the tunnel. May God richly bless you and have a fruitful life! Amen!
Her uncle confessed to the murders and giving his wife sleeping meds. So why the confusion over his innocence. I highly respect Brenda and her teacher/principal. 🙏🏻
Phew for a second I thought you said you SUSPECT Brenda and her teacher, I was like WHAT?! hahaha never mind 🤦🏼♀️ but I whole heartedly agree with what you’ve said. Why his innocence is speculative is beyond me!
i think they did it together i really think his wife was involved
@@divawendy I think so too. It does not make any sense his wife is so protective of him. Poor Brenda and his grandparents. No words to describe.....very very sad
I guess the truth is unbearable, she has to denial it in order for her to continue to live
@@lily2011uk, hope she will have her peace one day and her own family and a man that really loves her 🙏❤️
The principal came into her life as an Angel. Such a role model, Hats off to you Principal.
I am so proud of her, she is in law school now and going to spread her kindness with her kine of work.
Dear Brenda.... I know that nothing will bring your precious family back to you in this life but.... My German father lost his entire family and home during WWII. And met my English mum when he was here as a prisoner of war... He went on to make a family of his own and he had so many happy times... We were a very close family. I wish you a long and happy life with many children and grandchildren and one day you will be re-united with your Mum, Dad, brothers and Auntie. If you ever read this darling, I'm sending you much love. 💘💘💘💘💘💘
♥️🥀♥️
💙💙
This warmed my heart
@@brokehalo101 God Bless you!🙏 This is such a beautiful sentiment!😪
She don't have to read it. THE UNIVERSE took the energy you sent and wrapped her it. She feels all the love sent her way
It will return to back also.
Compassion brings COMPASSION
I would never be the interviewer I would be on the floor crying instead of actually talking 😭😭😭
I know, I wouldn’t be able to stop hugging her to interview her.
Me too
That Good For Her Speak Out
True
Her high school principal is a rock star she saw through him immediately
She is working at the job to save this girl
That was God I do believe
You're right.
No that was a real person. Give credit where credit is due.
@Starman lol you need to f***ing chill, wow. go troll another comment section.
@Starman that is your belief...others believe different.
God showed up AFTERWARDS? Grotesque.
She’s been through an unspeakable amount of pain and trauma. She has every reason to hate the world, but instead wants to make it a better place. Her strength to move forward is extremely admirable. She deserves to live a very joyful and fulfilling life. On another note, her uncle deserves to never see daylight again.
I hope every principal is just like her. She loves and cares about her students.
Ikr when brenda was talking about her aunt being the substitute mom the real substitute mom was the principal. This is all awful but at least she had that kind of person to suport her.
My nieces elementary school is like this. Incredible people. They notice when the girls are probably sick for instance, just because they'll be quieter than usual and we'll get a phone call. When they misbehaved as well, the school would call and say, "is something going on at home? She hasn't been herself." And what had happened was two of us had recently moved away, so their little world was a bit confusing to them!
When I would see the principal at the school, the kids would run up to him and surround him, talking away like crazy too and some even giving him hugs. I don't think he hugged them back- I think they just genuinely loved him and felt comfortable enough to grab onto him.
There’s NOTHING I’d like to see happen more, than to wake up one day in the future to see a news piece about her wedding day with her principal at her side, as well as the entire community there as the biggest support system. She deserves THE WORLD, and I’m praying so much that she gets all the love and good in it from now on ♥️
Nice🙏💕
Very touching story really couldnt stop my tears and that wonderfull lady who supportes her all the way through this very difficult times means the world for Brenda i can't imagine how someone can feel in this situation I love Brenda's spirit she is a very sweet and kind lady ❤RIP her family i hope the monster who took their lives will rot in hell i hope he will suffer a lot in prison 🙏 😢
Yes. So well said!!
So beautiful!!
If those are Brenda’s Desires. I would Love to hear About It If ever made public.
I’m so proud of Australia 🇦🇺 for supporting this poor girl in her worse time in her life, thank you 🙏🏻
Last year I lost my sister to a brutal homicide at the hands of her brother in law. In her home, 4 years after she lost her husband to cancer. The pain I feel is beyond words can explain. This young lady must be experiencing 100 times more what I'm feeling because she lost all if her family! I pray that she will one day be able to just fully live! She seems to be surrounded by people who love and support her.
I’m sorry for ur loss but u ain’t lying tho, her pain must be unbearable & unimaginable and that’s not to say that ur pain was any less ya kno? U lost ur sister whereas she lost her whole freaking family, that’s just insane. I’m terribly sorry for ur loss again my friend & u have my deepest condolences 🙏🙏🙏
I just bawled my eyes watching this. At the age of 47, suddenly my life doesn’t seem so bad. Such a horrific story and tragic loss of life. This will be Brenda’s greatest teacher! She will go on to do amazing things with her life. I wish you all the love, strength and peace, for the journey ahead, Brenda. Xx
this story is beyond heartbreaking.....beyond almost anything
I couldn’t have said it better. At 38 this makes my troubles seem minuscule. God love her sweet soul❤️
Same here. She broke my heart. Her pain is so palpable even through a video. She’s very strong.
A perfect statement. Grateful for mine. Pray only the best for her journey and she’ll find happiness in the end. Very strong lady.
@Has Goodles Some people are so Ignorant, with their ''my life is not so bad'' comments.
i am your black aunty in London UK, sending you lots of sincere love, guidance and protection. You are loved by so many people who hear your story.I know, everybody who hears your story, wants the BEST for you. I want you to thrive and one day little one, you will have your own cute family. you are not alone.
Awwww so sweet of you .
You are an angel ❤️ stay blessed ❤️
Your comment is one of the most heartwarming things I came across. More power and love to you
❤️
God bless you 🙏🏿🙏🏿
Bludgeoning is such a horrible way of murdering, it's so personal and close compared to shooting someone. It's horrific the boys woke up, the fear and pain they must've felt in their last moments is just so cruel. Rest in peace to this family.
😭😭😭😭😭 RIP
Hopefully they were in shock so they didn't feel much pain
I think it happened very very fast. It had to have. Try not to dwell on the actual murder. That is the last thing Brenda needs
I agree. 😞
I have 3 daughters and this touches me deeply. Thank God Brenda has some incredible people around her. She is the epitome of "a survivor" and it's amazing. I'm so glad she has her dog! Anyone who's loved a dog knows of their unconditional love and their uncanny ability to stabilize one's life. Bless you, Brenda. And don't cry because you didn't tell your dad of your love for him. He knows, he really does know.
The interviewer was wonderfully compassionate. Didnt push when Brenda didnt want to talk about things. Her facial expressions emoted kindness and compassion.
That school principal is a gem
Yes
My thoughts exactly
I agree 100%! There are so many school officials that only care about getting a paycheck. That principle truly cares about her students and goes above and beyond her job title. I think God put her in the place she needed to be so she could give the girl the love and support she so desperately needed to be able to go on with her life. She also knew from the very beginning that the girl’s uncle was guilty of the murders. God Bless everyone affected by that horrible tragedy!
She has really good instincts. I think it was very good that she shared her suspicions with the police..it was a good call. Sometimes its the small details that can start the lead to solving a case
The principal had 6th sense, strong intuition about the killer.
Teachers are trained watch dogs
Most empath can feel very deeply and figure out emotions quite accurately.
Hands down, this is the worst case of betrayal by a family member that I have ever seen! I am amazed by this girl's strength.
Even from uncle Robert’s face, we chinese can feel he is not a kind guy
Really he doesn't have an expression. It like blank.
He looked very harsh and unkind.
the look of a killer
@@berniceopare9405 dude what? Why are you acting like he said a bad thing. He’s not speaking for all Chinese people he’s just speaking the truth.
Agree
My heart broke when she said she wanted her parents to be proud of her. Brenda, they’ve always and will always be proud of you.
...loved her dearly and they knew that she loved them.
Yeah sweetheart.
God bless you.
Her friends and the principal make me believe the world is good. Real angels.
What does the uncle make you believe about the world?
I love that she got to go see her parent’s home. That’s such a beautiful way to honor their lives.
This was one of the most heart wrenching stories that I've ever heard. Such a beautiful girl. God bless her.
She's not pretty! Be honest mate!
@@alanking2959
😆🤣😂
You're right she is not pretty, she's gorgeous 😍
At Delaware nah she's not gorgeous either I hate her eyes 👁️
@@alanking2959 ...how old are you
@@alanking2959
Me personally.. I love Asian girls.
My EX was a Japanese..
Brenda it's a survived and have a wonderful character with a bright future ahead of her.
Her uncle was a EVIL manipulative person..
That principal is such a warm, loving, compassionate, human being! We need more like her❤❤
She smiles all the times when she talked about family horror but if you focus to her eyes when speaking about her sad experienced, you can see sadness, hurt and pain in her whole being. She is a very strong young person . God bless her al the way of life.
I think it is a normal reaction because as the victim she is watching the interviewer react to her trauma. That is why it is hard to share trauma stories because it is exhausting having that feeling like you need to support the listener's feelings. I hope she finds a way to peace and doesn't feel survivor's guilt.
Its due to disbelief. Obviously whole family gone in one day is hard to believe
i think some of them are like smiles of defeat... or self-assurance reaction
I act the same way, appearing to smile in the worst scenarios - obviously nothing this bad, not even close, but I understand this action. It is not that uncommon.
susan the high school principal is so lovely. the world needs teachers like hre
Brenda Lin is such a brave, intelligent and loving person. My heart goes out to her.
Brenda, the whole world cry out all their tears in front of such huge suffering. We love you.
Facts.
Bheena, you said it for me!!!
Every school in the world needs a Principal like her..
PREACH
You can see the pain in her eyes.
I wish her all the best life has to offer
Update: Robert Xie's appeal to the conviction was dismissed this month.
That's good news
Great news!@
Great news...let him stay in prison.
Thank God may he rot in jail
Glad 👏👏👏👏👏
I wish Brenda nothing but a future filled with love and happiness. She is one example of a true survivor. After such a tragic horrific act that destroyed her family it did not destroy her spirit. I know it took a lot to be where she is emotionally and it's not easy to wake up to face the day but she does it for her own sake and for her family's honour. Brenda and Sky, sending you blessings from Canada.
Amen ❤🙏🏻
Can we just take a moment and acknowledge how INCREDIBLY STRONG AND COURAGEOUS THIS BEAUTIFUL ANGEL IS!💞🌟💞🌟💞
@Paul Walker you’re kidding right?
She looks sneaky to me... her eyes,her voice
😭😭😭😭😭😭true she is so brave
@@julieteh4827 you sound like a person without compassion.
@@julieteh4827 Stop trolling with miserable comments. You're sick.
hearing Brenda describe her parents made me think about this in a different perspective: just made me think about how I felt about my own parents and just makes me appreciate and love them more, a reminder that this should never be taken for granted. I can't even imagine what it must have been like to experience what she did, but I'm glad she shared her incredible story
May her Uncle Robert burn in hell for such a hateful, despicable, callous, monstrous and sadistic act. Brenda Lin deserves all of the world’s undivided sympathy, empathy, compassion, kindness and respect. This story sent chills down my spine. For anyone to endure such tragedy like this is very heartbreaking and broken-hearted.
Crazy how there is no true justice in this world on how we as a society deal with sociopathic/psychopathic individuals! There is no amount medication and no amount of behavioral therapy that will ever fix their brain (and the vast majority think we are the flawed ones, not them). How can a small select number of individuals ruin so many lives in a split impulsive second? How is that any fair if we know damn well what the folks are all about but yet we still ‘look the other way’ and do nothing about them before it is too late? Granted not all of them will be driven to become serial killers, but every single one of these broken individuals still ruin many lives (including their own in the end).
Jealous of his own brother (or brother in law)....what a disaster to have such family member..
@@NangDeeSan think about your soul, God is a forgiving God, just like he teaches us how to forgive . If uncle Robert doesn’t truly repent and turn to Jesus . He will rot in hell. Hell is terrible worse than our minds can handle, Don’t think God doesn’t see all these things. He sees all, he knows us more than we know ourselves. Jesus has a plan for this young lady, she is set apart for Gods plan for her. I can’t wait to see her grow
@@crystalo9489
At last! Someone who KNOWS❣️❣️❣️💯
I believe he may be innocent. Asians behaving differently in a white culture get harmed. Standing too close, speaking too loud, don’t look like a nice person (are all ugly people bad? Most would say no. But when it comes to judgment time, it’s much easier to convict people who don’t look like us. Especially unattractive bald short Asian male with a weak chin like uncle Robert Xie). I think the police framed him with the guide of that Principal. Another example of xenophobia.
the victim blaming here in the comments is unreal. trying to make her look like an accomplice to the crime just because she grieves differently from what you perceive as “normal”. also, she was 15 at the time of the murder, and some of you all really think she was in on the plan to murder her entire family. ridiculous
When children’s parents die they are mostly in shock. I never cried for my dad at his funeral. I was 14 when you’re that age you grieve differently. It’s annoying how people think that
@@miah9259 true. Everyone processes grief differently.
People are cruel
So true, this poor girls entire family taken in an instant. She will never know of a hug from a family member, it’s all just memories she has to hold onto!
She was 100% broken emotionally, but seems to make a comeback!
I feel so bad for her!
@@lorilazise1521 What's interesting is most people I see in person seem to be kind and friendly. But then I come to CZcams and a lot of them look like total psychotic assholes. This comments section isn't so bad some are total cesspits.
Love seeing her smile whenever she talked about her family. Shows what a loving and caring family she was raised from. Best wishes to Brenda for a beautiful life ahead.
👍🏼
He even gives off them creepy vibes just looking at him & listening to his interview.
Exactly
She is one of the strongest people I believe that I've ever witnessed.
Facts
I agree with many other people that she is one of the strongest people I have ever heard of and her will to go on in life with a positive manner is truly amazing. I wish her only the best in life as she deserves. Her school principle is one great woman too and I wish all principles were more like this woman. This is such a tragic story that truly shows even through the worst of times, the good heartedness of people shines through in the end.
That poor girl, she has cried so much she can hardly shed a tear any more.
Pretty much the same! Am I the only one crying throughout this entire interview?!! This girl, or woman rather, she is a class act. Sucks she lost her Aunt as well. Somehow I already knew she'd be in denial tho, standing by her man.🥱😶🤐
I didnt see tears but i wish she would stop worring about smiling, a genuingly cry
@@joyceshealy7191 You must be joking, smh.
@@joyceshealy7191 respectfully, shut up
Like do u guys even watch the whole video.. she was literally crying. I bet u just watched 1 min of the 43 minute video.
Checking the "Newest first" comments was a mistake. Can't believe there are people actually blaming Brenda for her facial expression or voice. Not everyone reacts to trauma the same way as you do.
Sorry but I also find that there is something off with her as well.Why she never said anything to anyone about the abuse? Why she went to stay with him?
@@DiMa-cn6ot lots of victims of abuse do not speak up for a myriad of reasons. Could be shame or normalization, she might've even been groomed. As to why she went to her uncle, she might not have realized something was wrong back then and only realized that something was amiss as time went on.
Now, there is also the slight possibility that she had some kind of involvement, but as of now, we have no concrete evidence aside from "creepy vibes".
Innocent until proven guilty.
People say it’s because of the smile. They don’t know how she feels and there calling her things that she is not even close to being just because she reacts differently than them. I have just lost faith in humanity man. She lost her family and still tried to smile. Yet people decide to bash her for reacting differently than them. It’s just disgusting. It’s hard to imagine that people actually live like that knowing that they say this and are ok with it.
Exactly! Obviously she is innocent.
@@DiMa-cn6ot you need to learn and understand it.
Maybe when you're older you'll be wiser.
This has to be the saddest story I've ever listened too yet the most inspiring
Aunt Cathy will, I'm sure, someday realize that if he hadn't been caught and convicted she would have certainly been his next victim as the only obstacle to living his life with his niece.
That’s what I was thinking the whole time.
Yes, exactly
Love is blind
@@The_Crusty_Old_Hag_Next_Door and denial isn't just a river in Egypt
Agree, it is sad that she is in denial despite her niece's revelation that the monster sexually abused her.
God bless that principal. All it takes is ONE adult to speak up or care. We all have that responsibility. ❤️
I can't imagine how Brenda feels, watching her aunt (Uncle Robert's wife) continuing to support him. Being that she's her only surviving blood relative, it must be devastating to know she supports the man who abused you and murdered your entire family.
Sadly, despite the claim many people make that "Blood is everything/Blood is thicker than water" and so on, this notion is bullsh*t. I've met people, who experienced betrayal as their mother tried to protect the violent father who had broken the leg and arm of their child from prosecution. I've met people, who got thrown out onto the street by their family at age 13 because they dared to express their own sexuality. I've met people, who have suffered the most by the people who were their blood relatives and closest to them.
I wish Brenda all the best for her future, that she may find safety and trust again in the people, she chooses to be close to. You are a strong and beautiful soul.
@PUJ fittyhealth you said in a previous comment the school principal was ignorant. Are you ok?
@PUJ fittyhealth well clearly she was right
@PUJ fittyhealth it's not that he was speaking rapidly/loudly, she emphasised on the fact that it seemed like he was coercing/persuading her into something (while she was sobbing)
Seeing the grandparents in so much hurt and pain just broke my heart
Brendas parents did an amazing job raising her, she is loving, kind, warm, intelligent..she got all the tools she needed to be able to survive and go on, her parents greatest gift to her❤️
Exactly, that’s what I thought too! She turned out to be such a fine young woman. So calm, composed and vibrant.
How did they do a good job, they failed to protect her and her brothers from a monster?
Im horrified that her little brothers woke up during the attack that is terrifying
@@kaaliyahtaylor8771 🤨🤨
@@Linda-mp7yq omg I didn’t put this... maybe it was my one year old. Omg so sorry to whomever it offended
@@internetconnection9290 you down bad
It makes you wonder..had they stayed sleep would they still be alive?
@@rondamiller4971 from what I understood they woke up while he was attacking them already?
She needs intense therapy. The trauma she has suffered is intense. I’m so glad she has so much support and love. May God bless her as she continues to heal. Sometimes close relatives are the ones who do the abuse with their own family members. So sad.
Even her delusional Aunt.
@@paintinganimalsonrocks7633 yes indeed. She’s very much in denial. I hope she can move on and let her evil husband rot in jail.
@@paintinganimalsonrocks7633 She comes from a different place and time. Different culture. And I imagine the whole sex abuse issue was not raised in an appropriate way with her. That is her shock and horror in life also. How do either one move on with their lives after all the this.
Whoever will married her must have extensive experience in tragic events to handle sensitive relationship for a very long time, not easy to nurture relationship.
It is not illusion aunt, but she fighting for her own wealth in this case, she will loses all if requesting appeals rejected for her hubby’s actions.
I can’t imagine the amount of grief to not just lose one member of your family but all at once. Not only that but the only relatives that could look after and comfort you, could do such horrific things.
My heart goes to that poor girl and am amazed at her strength.
I think she doesn’t process the abuse because that means the murders are “because of” her in her mind ...so sad I feel for her so much
It's not her fault her uncle is a psychopath and that he murdered her family. At the end of the day, we are responsible for our own actions. She doesn't process the abuse because she was betrayed by a loved one. I feel bad for what happened to her family not because she might have caused it because she didn't.
@@lomont6786 i think that op meant that she would blame herself in her head, not that it was actually true. Victims blame themselves all the time. Its why survivors guilt is such a big thing
Yes, I agree. Text book. She is a rare person being in this situation. Help is not so educated with her needs. God bless her.
It is IMPORTANT to tell mom who is abusing you right away!!!! Don’t be afraid you may be saving your family heartaches! Keep close to grandma to she didn’t live long for nothing! She’s a wise owl even within!!
@@lomont6786 one day you might learn to LOOK before you leap! NOTHING in that comment placed a shred of blame on her! It’s not uncommon for victims to blame themselves. Get it together FOOL!
Sometimes your biggest enemies come disguised as family.
ABSOLUTELY
So true 👍
YAASSSSSSSSS
i agree
Sometimes? There's a reason the police always look at the closest first.
His wife is still standing by him despite the fact that she now knows he molested his niece before and after the killings is crazy. She knows he drugged her to carry out the killings as well as moving his niece in the family home so he could continue his escapades.
He's evil! I would bet his wife was physically, sexually, and emotionally abused. An abuser seldom abuses only one person.
Because that's how girls are trained unless we intervene.
@@stockwellsantley6606 Truth!
That evil monster choose to find the body with his wife. He choose to expose his wife to the sight of bodies and brutality. And she still supported him.
Absolutely, Horrible, Terrible, and Highly disturbing
Why did the other judges dismiss her sexual abuse in court when it was clearly relevant to bring it up especially with him being a main suspect.
@@sespurinchechu6369 but wasn't she a minor when it began? How can that be looked at as an affair by the courts?