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The Rise of True Crime Content on YouTube
Streaming platforms are known for their monthly influx of new documentary content, yet many enthusiasts continue to flock to YouTube for authentic true crime narratives. One notable channel leading this trend is Explore With Us, which delves into harrowing cases with unparalleled insight and access.
Highlighting Disturbing Cases
Recently, Explore With Us released a compelling mini-documentary focusing on Courtney Clenney, infamously dubbed the “OnlyFans killer.”Their video on Brian Cohee has already garnered over 16 million views since its release in March, illustrating the channel’s effectiveness at captivating audiences.
A Glimpse into Sarra Gilbert’s Tragic Story
In their latest documentary, attention shifts to Sarra Gilbert, a woman diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. In a shocking incident in July 2016, Sarra, then 27, fatally stabbed her 52-year-old mother, Mari Gilbert, claiming to the police that “voices”had prompted her actions.
Disturbing Precedents
According to Explore With Us, just five months before the tragic event, local police responded to an incident at Sarra’s home where her family’s puppy had been drowned. Dashcam footage reveals a deeply unsettling exchange, with an officer discovering the puppy in a trash bag, and Sarra confessing, “Because I’m evil.”
Despite the troubling signs, Mari posted Sarra’s bail two months later. Tragically, just three months after her release, Sarra would commit the ultimate betrayal.
A Link to Larger True Crime Cases
This tragic family story is also connected to broader true crime narratives, particularly the Gilgo Beach murders. Shannan Gilbert, Sarra’s sister, disappeared in May 2010, an event that catalyzed a search leading to the discovery of several victims linked to the Long Island serial killer.
Shannan’s remains were eventually found, but authorities concluded her death was an accidental drowning, a claim that Mari vehemently disputed as she fought to bring attention to her daughter’s case and the circumstances surrounding it.
Documentary Insights and Viewer Reactions
The recent documentary from Explore With Us, titled “When a Routine Welfare Check Ends Horrifically,”largely centers on the aftermath of both Shannan and Mari’s tragic stories. Since its release, the documentary has attracted over 1.4 million views within a day, stirring a wave of discussions among true crime audiences.
Comments from viewers reveal a shared outrage over the missed opportunities for intervention, with one stating, “She purposefully killed a puppy yet was let out of jail and not required to stay in a mental facility?! WTF?!”Another emphasized the need for an institutional approach, lamenting the lack of long-term care that might have prevented such tragedies.
A Family’s Painful History
Viewers took to the comments to express their sorrow for the Gilbert family, already grappling with the loss of Shannan. As one user poignantly remarked, “This family suffered so much. They lost their sister, and then this. What heartache.”Another acknowledged Mari’s activism for her daughter, noting her crucial role in bringing media attention to the Gilgo Beach Killer.
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