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020 - The Murder of Liane, Karla and Maya Dickason (New Zealand) - 18/195

Season 1, Ep. 20

On September 16th, 2021, Timaru Police unearthed the lifeless forms of 6-year-old Liane and 2-year-old twins, Karla and Maya. Their promising young lives, just beginning school, met a sinister end at home. Beside them, their mother, a silent figure in the tragedy, lay unconscious. New Zealand's sympathy for immigrant parents echoed nationwide until a swift twist altered emotions. Within a day, the mother faced accusations that shattered the family anew.


Join us in exploring the depths of the human psyche, unraveling Lauren Dickason's enigma. What led to her unthinkable act? As fresh trial details emerge, prepare for a captivating journey through chilling twists. Delve into the shadows of Maya, Karla, and Liane Dickason's tale, where innocence and darkness converge in an unexplainable narrative.



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