Ep 3. High School Sweethearts (La Porte, TX)

In Cold Justice season 2 episode 3, titled "High School Sweethearts," the Cold Justice team travels to La Porte, Texas to investigate the murder of a young couple. The victims, 19-year-old Heather Bruhn and 21-year-old Brandon Stubblefield, were high school sweethearts who had recently rekindled their relationship.

On the night of August 12, 2009, Heather and Brandon were found shot to death inside Brandon's truck in a remote wooded area. The investigation initially led to two suspects, but charges were dropped due to insufficient evidence. Now, nearly five years later, the Cold Justice team is determined to find new evidence and bring the killer to justice.

The episode follows the team as they re-examine the crime scene and interview witnesses and potential suspects. They speak with Heather's mother, who reveals that Heather had recently broken up with her boyfriend and had been seeing Brandon again. They also talk to a friend of Brandon's, who claims that he had heard rumors of a dispute between Brandon and another man over a girl.

The team also uses advanced forensic technology to analyze evidence from the crime scene, including bullet casings and DNA samples. Their investigation leads them to a suspect who had been previously interviewed during the initial investigation but was never charged. They discover new evidence that links him to the crime and work with local law enforcement to make an arrest.

Throughout the episode, the emotional toll of the case is evident, as the family and friends of the victims struggle with the loss of their loved ones and the ongoing impact of the unsolved crime. But the Cold Justice team remains focused on their mission to bring closure and justice to those affected by the tragedy.

Overall, “High School Sweethearts” is a gripping episode of Cold Justice that showcases the dedicated work of the team as they pursue justice for a young couple whose lives were tragically cut short. The investigation is thorough and methodical, and the emotional weight of the case adds a poignant layer to the story. Fans of true crime and investigative shows will find this episode particularly compelling.