The Disturbing Case of Victoria Martens
Summary
This episode details the horrific 2016 murder of ten-year-old Victoria Martins in Albuquerque. Her mother, Michelle, and her partners, Fabian Gonzalez and Jessica Kelly, were involved in a meth-fueled household where Victoria was likely abused by an unidentified stranger. After Victoria’s death, the trio dismembered her body to hide their drug use, leading to convictions for child abuse and evidence tampering, though the actual killer remains unknown.
Topics discussed
Introduction to World Cup Daily podcast
The 911 call and discovery of the crime scene
Police arrival, Jessica's escape, and finding the body
Victoria's background and mother's previous relationships
Fabian and Jessica move in; meth use begins
Timeline of Victoria's 10th birthday and disappearance
Initial police interviews and conflicting stories
Michelle's confession and the dismemberment cover-up
DNA evidence reveals an unknown male suspect
Jessica's attack on roommates and prison sentences
Current status of suspects and the unsolved murder
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