The Cruelest Betrayal: The Riverview Murders

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  • čas přidán 26. 08. 2024
  • 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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  • @versaillestheeverything
    @versaillestheeverything Před 4 měsíci +1705

    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
      @janessap1739 Před 4 měsíci +35

      SAME!! Omg SO heart wrenching 💔😢

    • @agatahb
      @agatahb Před 4 měsíci +50

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

    • @altheamclean
      @altheamclean Před 4 měsíci +43

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

    • @julieandersonpeek4024
      @julieandersonpeek4024 Před 4 měsíci +6

      Big time😢💗💗💗

    • @jenniferyule8786
      @jenniferyule8786 Před 4 měsíci +3

      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.

  • @linda-louiseanthony9802
    @linda-louiseanthony9802 Před 4 měsíci +2476

    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
      @serendavies7375 Před 4 měsíci +34

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

    • @ruwiperera
      @ruwiperera Před 4 měsíci +12

      ❤❤❤

    • @ThePinsay
      @ThePinsay Před 4 měsíci +6

      💖

    • @Michael-ns1ey
      @Michael-ns1ey Před 4 měsíci +20

      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
      @serendavies7375 Před 4 měsíci +3

      @@Michael-ns1ey I most certainly hope so.

  • @Nekabeauty83
    @Nekabeauty83 Před 4 měsíci +527

    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
      @KimberlyRabb Před 3 měsíci +24

      Sorry for your loss❤

    • @Nekabeauty83
      @Nekabeauty83 Před 3 měsíci +6

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

    • @latasha195
      @latasha195 Před 3 měsíci +11

      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
      @blessedT7 Před 3 měsíci +5

      My condolences on your lost 🙏 😞🙏

    • @Nekabeauty83
      @Nekabeauty83 Před 3 měsíci +3

      @@blessedT7 Thank you! 🙏🏾💙

  • @CJ-ld5fc
    @CJ-ld5fc Před 4 měsíci +165

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

  • @macplow2234
    @macplow2234 Před 4 měsíci +1604

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

    • @thewait08
      @thewait08 Před 4 měsíci +136

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

    • @sunnybearbuds
      @sunnybearbuds Před 4 měsíci +40

      Agreed.

    • @HansumTrini
      @HansumTrini Před 4 měsíci +48

      It felt so weird seeing that smdh

    • @neneizzy9277
      @neneizzy9277 Před 4 měsíci +63

      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
      @jamiew.6606 Před 4 měsíci +41

      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.

  • @levimichael1136
    @levimichael1136 Před 4 měsíci +1280

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

    • @UgetThatMemo
      @UgetThatMemo Před 4 měsíci +92

      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
      @serendavies7375 Před 4 měsíci +19

      so did I 🥺

    • @craigrock8444
      @craigrock8444 Před 4 měsíci +31

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

    • @eljefe3060
      @eljefe3060 Před 4 měsíci +12

      Me too!

    • @SharonM-uh9cq
      @SharonM-uh9cq Před 4 měsíci +6

      Me too

  • @caramel0037
    @caramel0037 Před 3 měsíci +198

    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.

  • @kouizumi9484
    @kouizumi9484 Před 4 měsíci +162

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

  • @hannahgeraghty4201
    @hannahgeraghty4201 Před 4 měsíci +1465

    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.

  • @Boo-dawg.
    @Boo-dawg. Před 4 měsíci +929

    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_
      @tinaaah_ Před 4 měsíci +74

      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.

    • @UgetThatMemo
      @UgetThatMemo Před 4 měsíci +19

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

    • @jessep5280
      @jessep5280 Před 4 měsíci +21

      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
      @AnnabelleJARankin Před 4 měsíci +35

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

    • @AnnabelleJARankin
      @AnnabelleJARankin Před 4 měsíci +19

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

  • @FireSign0731
    @FireSign0731 Před 2 měsíci +35

    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‼️❤️

  • @ambervallerio2816
    @ambervallerio2816 Před 4 měsíci +68

    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 ❤️

  • @AlexRising_
    @AlexRising_ Před 4 měsíci +555

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

    • @Jackgritty28
      @Jackgritty28 Před 4 měsíci +2

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

    • @meghanm5000
      @meghanm5000 Před 4 měsíci +12

      I completely LOST it when I heard that

    • @denishamonet538
      @denishamonet538 Před 4 měsíci +7

      @@meghanm5000so did I😢😢

    • @LaLuna82
      @LaLuna82 Před 4 měsíci +5

      Same; I caved then 😢

    • @AlexRising_
      @AlexRising_ Před 4 měsíci +4

      @@Jackgritty28 what.

  • @GenXfrom75
    @GenXfrom75 Před 4 měsíci +1018

    Ronnie is the bravest child I’ve seen.

    • @serendavies7375
      @serendavies7375 Před 4 měsíci +12

      Yes he is!

    • @julieloucalcote1368
      @julieloucalcote1368 Před 4 měsíci +8

      I agree!

    • @Local-Vibes4444
      @Local-Vibes4444 Před 4 měsíci +13

      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
      @serendavies7375 Před 4 měsíci +1

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

    • @Local-Vibes4444
      @Local-Vibes4444 Před 4 měsíci +5

      @@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

  • @nicolegainey4614
    @nicolegainey4614 Před měsícem +20

    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

  • @rachelnichole131
    @rachelnichole131 Před 4 měsíci +61

    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
      @cowboysimpson Před 2 měsíci +4

      there's memes of this tragedy??

    • @rationallyruby
      @rationallyruby Před měsícem +1

      @@cowboysimpsonno memes of him representing himself in court.

  • @yociciii
    @yociciii Před 4 měsíci +563

    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.

  • @mentalbreak4653
    @mentalbreak4653 Před 4 měsíci +353

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

    • @8213apice
      @8213apice Před 4 měsíci +14

      Exactly

    • @javonroberson87
      @javonroberson87 Před 3 měsíci +19

      Especially after his own family didn’t want him in

    • @bingbongbum
      @bingbongbum Před 2 měsíci +16

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

    • @mrwannabe00
      @mrwannabe00 Před 2 měsíci

      This why they need to buy guns to protect themselves

    • @brittanycasto6829
      @brittanycasto6829 Před 2 měsíci

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

  • @sandywilde4247
    @sandywilde4247 Před 2 měsíci +21

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

  • @lamontjohnson5810
    @lamontjohnson5810 Před měsícem +5

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

  • @kaybeebn5109
    @kaybeebn5109 Před 4 měsíci +439

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

  • @GenXfrom75
    @GenXfrom75 Před 4 měsíci +427

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

    • @GenXfrom75
      @GenXfrom75 Před 4 měsíci +1

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

    • @GenXfrom75
      @GenXfrom75 Před 4 měsíci +7

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

    • @gram5963
      @gram5963 Před 4 měsíci +8

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

    • @GenXfrom75
      @GenXfrom75 Před 4 měsíci

      @@gram5963 thank you! 😊

    • @GenXfrom75
      @GenXfrom75 Před 4 měsíci

      @@gram5963 thank you 😊

  • @markmcbride9039
    @markmcbride9039 Před 3 měsíci +18

    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.❤

  • @dawnnwilliams1224
    @dawnnwilliams1224 Před 2 měsíci +8

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

  • @sunnybearbuds
    @sunnybearbuds Před 4 měsíci +194

    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.

    • @emzymedford6701
      @emzymedford6701 Před 4 měsíci +8

      💯👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @courtneyaxtman8645
    @courtneyaxtman8645 Před 4 měsíci +335

    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
      @anni610 Před 4 měsíci +14

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

    • @MayaJaNay
      @MayaJaNay Před 4 měsíci +3

      Same!❤

    • @hennylo68
      @hennylo68 Před 2 měsíci

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

  • @precioussss744
    @precioussss744 Před 4 měsíci +15

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

  • @angeltears2586
    @angeltears2586 Před 2 měsíci +7

    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!! 🤍🪽

  • @Thato_13
    @Thato_13 Před 4 měsíci +220

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

    • @yolandawilson6619
      @yolandawilson6619 Před 4 měsíci

      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
      @VioletJoy Před 3 měsíci +3

      The ultimate betrayal.

    • @UnfilteredAmerica
      @UnfilteredAmerica Před 2 měsíci +2

      And he’s named after that monster

  • @kearstin1988
    @kearstin1988 Před 4 měsíci +150

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

  • @marshacarodine3364
    @marshacarodine3364 Před měsícem +2

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

  • @jayse1834
    @jayse1834 Před měsícem +3

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

  • @ALH535
    @ALH535 Před 4 měsíci +204

    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.

  • @SulfurAstarothVixenIIIXXIII
    @SulfurAstarothVixenIIIXXIII Před 4 měsíci +107

    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.

  • @Sweet05cts
    @Sweet05cts Před měsícem +3

    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

  • @dejamccain1495
    @dejamccain1495 Před 4 měsíci +7

    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.

  • @lpotts75
    @lpotts75 Před 4 měsíci +140

    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.

  • @theresarasche3173
    @theresarasche3173 Před 4 měsíci +108

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

  • @Theresa5387
    @Theresa5387 Před 4 měsíci +17

    I heard about this story when it happened and it’s heartbreaking! You did an AMAZING job recounting it and sharing the update of Ronnie Blair at the end! Thank you❤

  • @ShelbySays
    @ShelbySays Před 4 měsíci +7

    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
      @Miyanybria Před měsícem +1

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

  • @usernotfound3572
    @usernotfound3572 Před 4 měsíci +269

    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
      @leiakiki3525 Před 4 měsíci +35

      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
      @usernotfound3572 Před 4 měsíci +14

      @@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
      @leiakiki3525 Před 4 měsíci +9

      @@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
      @JulieRushworth Před 4 měsíci +3

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

    • @jeng9927
      @jeng9927 Před 4 měsíci +5

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

  • @BlueAmerican26
    @BlueAmerican26 Před 4 měsíci +77

    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!

  • @justincase8403
    @justincase8403 Před měsícem +3

    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.

  • @Lilpeepkinn
    @Lilpeepkinn Před měsícem +3

    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!

  • @samuelakasam
    @samuelakasam Před 4 měsíci +153

    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
      @sheribrougham4863 Před 4 měsíci +39

      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
      @lolofoxy1814 Před 4 měsíci +26

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

    • @8213apice
      @8213apice Před 4 měsíci +14

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

    • @StayFocusedStayHumble
      @StayFocusedStayHumble Před 4 měsíci +7

      Exactly they terrible

    • @ShadBoss-wx1kc
      @ShadBoss-wx1kc Před 3 měsíci +3

      I said the same thing

  • @laurenc7601
    @laurenc7601 Před 4 měsíci +54

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

    • @StaraStara-tm4ke
      @StaraStara-tm4ke Před 29 dny

      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!

  • @queensassy5742
    @queensassy5742 Před 3 měsíci +13

    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💔💔🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

  • @shanebembridge8915
    @shanebembridge8915 Před 2 měsíci +3

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

  • @Forflipsake
    @Forflipsake Před 4 měsíci +144

    “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
    @Chloe299XxX Před 4 měsíci +63

    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

  • @jenowens9990
    @jenowens9990 Před 2 měsíci +6

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

  • @caninekathy7740
    @caninekathy7740 Před 4 měsíci +8

    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

  • @joehall6559
    @joehall6559 Před 4 měsíci +29

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

  • @lizxjoanne
    @lizxjoanne Před 4 měsíci +58

    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. ❤

  • @bambieyedd.
    @bambieyedd. Před 2 měsíci +3

    I love this judge she was over the Felicia “sugar plum” case, hopefully you cover her case one day

  • @genevievesuzi1549
    @genevievesuzi1549 Před 3 měsíci +4

    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 🙏🏼

  • @andrewclifton185
    @andrewclifton185 Před 4 měsíci +21

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

  • @UgetThatMemo
    @UgetThatMemo Před 4 měsíci +95

    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
      @22Purplemist Před 4 měsíci +2

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

    • @Mark-bd5ci
      @Mark-bd5ci Před 4 měsíci

      ​@Nincom-ne1rz😂

    • @theprincessdivam7695
      @theprincessdivam7695 Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @fancybrooks5901
    @fancybrooks5901 Před měsícem +2

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

  • @breeirish5743
    @breeirish5743 Před měsícem +2

    He was so lucky to find that family in the way he did. They are tremendous. I wish him all good things in life. ❤

  • @jenmclaughlin4856
    @jenmclaughlin4856 Před 4 měsíci +57

    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.

  • @joli395
    @joli395 Před 4 měsíci +105

    Domestic violence kills! 😥

  • @crimewaves5670
    @crimewaves5670 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Out of all the videos of yours, this one made me the modt emotional. How could you do that to sweet, innocent children? How could you do that to their mother?

  • @nanafab4379
    @nanafab4379 Před 2 měsíci +3

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

  • @Slindo_M
    @Slindo_M Před 4 měsíci +49

    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
      @kooniestewart6025 Před 4 měsíci +2

      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

  • @itsteethomas
    @itsteethomas Před 4 měsíci +41

    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.

  • @ilikeitlikethat7305
    @ilikeitlikethat7305 Před 4 měsíci +5

    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.

  • @torchcrawler768
    @torchcrawler768 Před měsícem +2

    the end of this episode is the first one if these that have made me cry. ❤

  • @TheVintageFoxyLady
    @TheVintageFoxyLady Před 4 měsíci +74

    Thank you TC. I think we all cried today over this case. Wishing Ronnie and his wonderful family a lifetime of blessings. Never forgetting his beautiful mum and sister x

  • @Kellyelenika
    @Kellyelenika Před 4 měsíci +48

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

  • @HellcatMad
    @HellcatMad Před 4 měsíci +9

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

  • @ShelenaRSmith
    @ShelenaRSmith Před měsícem +2

    Not crying at my desk rt now! RIP! Glad Ronnie has a safe place now

  • @maryscott9430
    @maryscott9430 Před 4 měsíci +102

    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
      @stephanielong2674 Před 4 měsíci +6

      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
      @Trailblazer162 Před 4 měsíci

      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
      @jonnysupreme Před 4 měsíci +4

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

    • @Nikki_the_G
      @Nikki_the_G Před 4 měsíci +8

      ​@@jonnysupremeOh give it a rest.

    • @jonnysupreme
      @jonnysupreme Před 4 měsíci +1

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

  • @jlongino51823
    @jlongino51823 Před 4 měsíci +37

    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. ❤

  • @dominiquelazo-johson1502
    @dominiquelazo-johson1502 Před 2 měsíci +2

    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

  • @mdiannedorsey8301
    @mdiannedorsey8301 Před 2 měsíci +1

    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!❤❤❤

  • @RaisingAnAmericanGirl
    @RaisingAnAmericanGirl Před 4 měsíci +23

    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.

  • @aliasme-cc2qb
    @aliasme-cc2qb Před 4 měsíci +33

    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.

  • @Julia-fv8vs
    @Julia-fv8vs Před měsícem +2

    The fact he knows he tried to kill his son and he tried to cross examine his son is horrible. He gets to sit happy in jail knowing he's not sorry

  • @jessicaellina3878
    @jessicaellina3878 Před 3 měsíci +2

    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 😘🇬🇧

  • @kikilee7162
    @kikilee7162 Před 4 měsíci +55

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

    • @user-cm5ei7yg8o
      @user-cm5ei7yg8o Před 3 měsíci

      Yes Yes phell phys see love Yes Yes keke Yes Phell Yes Yes Yes yuo Yes baby Yes 👄 Yes Phys really you Yes See 😆keke Yee baby Yes mccll carrll you Yes Yes Yes 😤💦🥰💯 Yes Yes baby Yes baby See Yes phell keke Yes Yes phell Phell Yes Phy philly Yes Yes baby Yes 👄👀👅kel Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes baby Yes 🥰💦😤😆 Yes baby phy 👀💯🍆

  • @josi4251
    @josi4251 Před 4 měsíci +85

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

    • @kimwilliamsii2122
      @kimwilliamsii2122 Před 4 měsíci

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

    • @lifeandtheuniverse42
      @lifeandtheuniverse42 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

    • @yolandawilson6619
      @yolandawilson6619 Před 4 měsíci

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

    • @josi4251
      @josi4251 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@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
      @yolandawilson6619 Před 4 měsíci

      @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.

  • @terryross9064
    @terryross9064 Před 3 měsíci +7

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

  • @MommiesWicked1
    @MommiesWicked1 Před 4 měsíci +19

    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.

  • @shannilmerrill426
    @shannilmerrill426 Před 4 měsíci +24

    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.

  • @chinnitarhodes4683
    @chinnitarhodes4683 Před 4 měsíci +6

    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❤❤❤

  • @jackieholness3914
    @jackieholness3914 Před měsícem +1

    When the judge spoke!!! My god my tears could not be contained 😢

  • @Juliett-we7tc
    @Juliett-we7tc Před 4 měsíci +98

    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.

  • @Nikki_the_G
    @Nikki_the_G Před 4 měsíci +31

    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.

  • @maedit7896
    @maedit7896 Před 4 měsíci +5

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

  • @libbyclement5148
    @libbyclement5148 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Wishing Ronnie only the very best and a huge thank you to this beautiful family 💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙

  • @elizabethwynn2438
    @elizabethwynn2438 Před 4 měsíci +16

    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.

  • @jennak7268
    @jennak7268 Před 4 měsíci +26

    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

  • @MontanaDior
    @MontanaDior Před 3 měsíci +3

    The fact that the death penalty wasn't a unanimous decision pissed the fcuk off 😒

  • @WhisperingMoon83
    @WhisperingMoon83 Před 4 měsíci +1

    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 💙

  • @barbaralamson7450
    @barbaralamson7450 Před 4 měsíci +30

    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.

  • @TerryFord-sr9nr
    @TerryFord-sr9nr Před 4 měsíci +37

    🥀🕊️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
      @janem5900 Před 4 měsíci

      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.

  • @joen8529
    @joen8529 Před 3 měsíci +3

    What amazing people that took that poor kid in and made him part of their family. Wow.

  • @janicedavis9938
    @janicedavis9938 Před 18 dny

    I’m a mom a grandma and this case here touches be to the core! Thanks so much to the family that adopted the little boy! God bless you!😊

  • @babs2902
    @babs2902 Před 4 měsíci +39

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