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Netflix’s Unknown Number: The High School Catfish is one of the most shocking true crime documentaries of 2025. It tells the disturbing true story of Lauryn Licari and Owen McKenny, two Michigan teens who were harassed with more than 12,000 anonymous texts, only to discover the stalker was Lauryn’s own mother, Kendra Licari.In this deep dive, I’ll break down everything you need to know:00:00 - Intro01:37 - Disclaimer02:24 - Setting the scene04:44 - The First Messages09:31 - The Investigation Begins13:30 - The Big Reveal16:15 - Theories19:19 - The Internets Reaction21:32 - The Confession22:27 - The Trial23:56 - The Sentencing Controversy24:44 - Lauryn's Perspective26:02 - Owen's Perspective27:26 - My Take31:32 - OutroThis is a detailed, empathetic breakdown of Unknown Number—not just a recap, but an exploration of the themes, psychology, and real-life impact of this disturbing case.👉 Trigger warning: This video discusses cyberbullying, stalking, and family betrayal. Please take care of yourself while watching. Crisis and support links are included below.💡 ResourcesLifeline Australia – 13 11 14988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US) – Call or text 988Wannatalkaboutit.com – Netflix’s mental health resource hubLocal support services in your area📚 Research ResourcesUnknown Number: The High School Catfish (Netflix Documentary, 2025)People – Inside a Mom’s Cyberbullying of Her Own DaughterPeople – Where Is Owen McKenny Now?People – The True Story Behind Unknown NumberDaily Telegraph – Parents Have Questions About Unknown NumberForbes – The Bizarre True Story Behind Unknown NumberTime – Unknown Number: The High School Catfish True StoryTyla – Why Kendra Licari Tormented Her DaughterNetflix Tudum – Where Are Lauryn and Kendra Now?Primetimer – Internet Reacts to Unknown NumberNY Post – The Shocking Reveal in Unknown Number📌 Hashtags#UnknownNumber #NetflixDocumentary #TrueCrime #catfish #NetflixTrueCrime #EndingExplained #RealStory #SuspiciousWithStrawbs

In August 2016, the Tromp family from the quiet farming town of Silvan, Victoria suddenly left their berry farm behind and embarked on a bizarre road trip that spiraled into one of Australia’s strangest mysteries. With no clear explanation, the parents and their three adult children abandoned their phones, credit cards, and sense of normal life… and what followed has been described as a case of shared delusions, paranoia, and fear. In this video, I’ll walk you through the timeline of the Tromp family’s disappearance, the theories behind why it happened, and the aftermath that left Australia stunned.✨ Trigger warning: This case involves themes of mental health and psychosis. Please take care while watching, and if this content isn’t for you, I completely understand — your wellbeing comes first.If you need support:Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14Beyond Blue (Australia): 1300 22 4636International viewers: Find resources at findahelpline.comYou are not alone. 💗Find me on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@suspiciouswithstrawbs