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Jul 25
38m 10s

The Father Who Married HIS OWN Daughter ...

Breanna Heim
About this episode

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HOTC and get on your way to being your best self.

What began as a long-awaited reunion between a teenager and her birth family spiraled into one of the most disturbing true crime cases in recent history.

Katie Fusco was adopted at 8 months old. At 18, Katie reconnected with her biological parents. What should have been a new beginning quickly descended into a twisted, manipulative, and ultimately deadly relationship.

Resources mentioned in the episode:Call 800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit rainn.org for confidential support 24/7.

Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 or visit loveisrespect.org for help with unhealthy or abusive relationships


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