World's Worst Mother: Diane Downs (Part One)

from Criminal, Interrupted · host Sophie Imogen

In May 1983, a young mother named Diane Downs rushed into an Oregon hospital with a story that seemed like a parent's worst nightmare. She claimed a stranger had stopped her on a rural road and opened fire on her three kids. By the time they reached the ER, one child was gone, and the other two were fighting for every breath.This episode will be in two parts due to the length of information. If you enjoy these episodes, I encourage you to follow or subscribe to Criminal, Interrupted on your favourite podcast app. As I’ve mentioned before, I'm currently focusing on this podcast full-time due to a heart condition, so every follow and review makes a huge difference. Thank you for listening, and for your incredible support.Diane Downs: Her Children Got in the Way of Her Love by Joseph GeringerWorld's Most Evil Killers - Diane DownsInside Edition - The True Story of Diane Downs: How a Mother Shot Her 3 Kids for Her LoverYoutube Dreading - When a Mother Kills Her Children: The Case of Diane Downs

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