Ep 7. Small Town Terror
- TVPG
- July 25, 2007
- 21 min
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In the Forensic Files season 12 episode titled "Small Town Terror," viewers follow the investigation of a tragic crime that occurred in the small town of Newton, Mississippi in 2004. The episode begins with the discovery of Edna Barrett's lifeless body in her own home. Initially, authorities believed that Barrett had fallen down the stairs, but upon further examination, it became clear that there was much more to this case than what meets the eye.
As the investigation deepens, forensic evidence leads authorities to a suspect in the case- Barrett's son-in-law, James Kelly. Authorities soon discover that Kelly has a history of violence and run-ins with the law. In fact, he had just been released from jail on unrelated charges prior to the death of Edna Barrett. Authorities began to investigate Kelly and soon found a key piece of evidence- a bloody handprint that matched Kelly's DNA.
As they continue to build their case against Kelly, investigators unravel a web of lies and deceit surrounding the events leading up to Barrett's death. They discover that Kelly had been living with Barrett and her husband, and that he had a motive for murder- financial gain.
With the help of forensic evidence, investigators piece together the events of the night of Barrett's death. They learn that Kelly had entered Barrett's bedroom armed with a knife, and that he had attacked her while she slept. The evidence also suggests that Kelly had staged the scene to make it look like an accidental fall down the stairs.
With the evidence against Kelly mounting, investigators arrest him for the murder of Edna Barrett. The trial that follows features compelling evidence and testimony from forensic experts, leading to a guilty verdict for Kelly.
The episode concludes with an uplifting message from the Newton County Sheriff, who states that justice has been served for Edna Barrett and her family. This episode of Forensic Files is a poignant reminder of the importance of forensic science in solving crimes and bringing criminals to justice.
