30: Lady Starlight: The Murder of Missy Avila

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A case filled with teenage violence, jealousy, and the darker side of female friendships. Michelle "Missy" Avila was a smart, beautiful, and charming 17-year-old girl with her whole life ahead of her. Increasing jealousy and insecurity within Missy's friend group would cause 3 teenage girls to commit a horrific crime. 

*Trigger warnings for mentions of suicide, child abuse, child sexual abuse.

Check out this week's Residue Recommendation: Twisted and Uncorked
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Sources:
Missy’s Murder by Karen Kingsbury

A Killer Among Friends

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