
A&E’s ‘The First 48‘ is a captivating series that takes audiences on a thrilling ride as investigators work tirelessly to solve homicide cases.
Throughout each episode, viewers are invited to follow the twists and turns of each case, most notably within the crucial first two days of the investigation when key pieces of evidence and informants can be the difference between a cold case or an arrest.
This is certainly true for its installment titled, ‘Unforgotten: Crystal‘, which dives into the 2014 unsolved murder of 35-year-old Crystal Marie Welch.
This groundbreaking episode follows experienced detectives who work diligently to uncover leads to bring justice and closure to this harrowing crime finally.
With its gripping yet devastating subject matter, ‘Unforgotten: Crystal‘ will have viewers wanting more with each passing scene!
How did Crystal Marie Welch die?
At 35, Crystal Marie Welch was already a mother of three struggling to get her life back on track. Despite the worst decisions she had undoubtedly made, her family held her close and wished for her to succeed.
An unfortunate event took away any future goals or dreams Crystal may have had as around 6 a.m., September 9, 2014, the Tulsa Fire Department responded to a call at Home on West Easton Street where things tragically went array for Crystal.
Her resilience and ambition in the face of adversity will hopefully serve as an inspiration for other mothers who may be encountered similar struggles with their self-reflection and journey toward improvement.
The events that transpired in the early morning hour in the 3600 blocks quickly turned from worrisome to catastrophic.
Once the firefighters extinguished the flames, it was discovered that tragically, Crystal’s burned remains had been found in a bedroom within the residence.
As a result of the combustion and gruesome injuries sustained, it took time for her identity to be determined.
However, upon further investigation of forensic reports, it was brought to light that Crystal had tragically endured blunt-force trauma to the head and succumbed to lethal injuries before being set ablaze at approximately 3 am.
Who Killed Crystal Marie Welch?
After a thorough investigation, authorities finally proposed their theory on who killed Crystal Marie Welch.
They inferred that the killers were most likely squatters in the known drug-infested address and suspected them of planning to make meth, but the fire incinerated crucial evidence.
Witnesses later revealed that they saw smoke coming from the home before Crystal was found dead, suggesting it was used to cover up the scent of any other criminal activity that took place.
However, with little physical proof and no one willing to speak up, no one knows who murdered her or why.
This tragic story of Crystal’s untimely death highlights the dangerous reality of adolescent crime. While 12-15-year-olds may not have reached legal adulthood yet, they can still be capable of committing serious offenses.
According to police, these teenagers were a part of an organized juvenile organization that looted empty homes for both recreational vandalism and theft.
Unfortunately, their inexperience caused them to make mistakes that resulted in tragedy – when they saw Crystal and panicked, they chose to end her life before attempting to cover up the incident by burning down the house.
This terrible crime shows that while youth deserves support and understanding, young people must also be aware of their capacity to commit wrong-doings and take responsibility for them.
If this theory is correct, the teens’ ability to murder crystal marie welch was only made possible by their use of meth.
Detectives know they have spoken to the alleged attackers, but they are unable to identify them because of a lack of hard evidence positively.
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