Ep 16. High 'n' Dry

Forensic Files, a true crime documentary, explores the investigation of the mysterious death of Adrienne Shelly in season 10, episode 16 titled High ‘n’ Dry.

Adrienne Shelly was a talented and rising actress, producer, screenwriter, and director. However, on November 1st, 2006, Adrienne was found hanging from a shower curtain rod in her Greenwich Village apartment by her husband. Her death was initially ruled as a suicide, leading her family and friends to be dumbstruck as they could not come to terms with the fact that Adrienne could end her life.

As the investigation began, the detectives found several pieces of evidence that did not align with a suicide. The investigation ruled the death suspicious, and Adrienne’s husband, Andy Ostroy, was interrogated severely. Ostroy was cleared of suspicion when the detectives discovered a piece of crucial evidence that would change the course of the investigation.

The forensic team found a series of shoe prints in the bathtub, suggesting that the killer might have stood in the tub to hang Adrienne. Forensic specialist investigated the shoe impressions thoroughly, collecting a few of them and compared the collected samples with those from the shoe stores or production lines.

The team explores several possible suspects and motives, including her construction workers, the man who steals from her apartment, and her next-door neighbor. As detective interrogate the probable suspects, the team uncovers more clue that had been missed initially to solve the mystery.

The forensic team discovered that a strange man had entered Adrienne’s apartment building on the day of her murder. The detectives quickly identified this man as Diego Pillco, a construction worker who had been working on the building when Adrienne was murdered. Diego Pillco, who was later caught and interrogated, was not able to prove his innocence and was convicted of the murder of Adrienne Shelly.

In the episode, there are interviews with family members, psychologists, and expert witnesses, who provide additional information and insights into the investigation. The episode also discusses the critical role of forensic evidence in solving crimes. The crime scene investigation procedure used to determine the cause of Adrienne's death was an essential part of the investigation, and it showcased how evidence can be traced to find the culprit.

Forensic Files, season 10, episode 16 titled High ‘n’ Dry, is both compelling and informative, taking viewers through the journey of solving a puzzling crime. With a well-structured storyline and detailed investigation, viewers are entertained and educated on the role of forensic science in the criminal justice system.