American Monster Season 9 Episode 9 You Got Me Mean
- TV14
- January 8, 2023
- 42 min
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In American Monster season 9 episode 9, titled "You Got Me Mean", viewers are taken on a journey through the life of a seemingly normal family who becomes embroiled in a tragic and violent murder case. The episode focuses on the murder of Dale Helmig, a Missouri man who was found shot to death in his own home in 1993.
As investigators begin to dig into the case, they discover that Dale's son, Ryan, had a strained relationship with his father and had even been arrested for stealing from him. However, when Ryan is questioned, he maintains his innocence and says that he was out of town on the day of the murder.
As the investigation progresses, more and more evidence begins to point towards a different suspect - Ryan's mother, Shirley. Despite initially claiming she was not involved in the murder, Shirley eventually confesses to the crime. She reveals that she and her son Ryan had plotted together to kill Dale in order to collect his life insurance money.
The episode delves into the psychology of the family and the factors that led to the murder. It explores the toxic relationship between mother and son, and the lengths they were willing to go to in order to achieve their mutual goal. The team of investigators and legal experts involved in the case reflect on the complexities of the case and the challenges they faced in bringing Shirley to justice.
The episode also features interviews with family members and former neighbors, who share their memories of the Helmig family and their reactions to the shocking crime. With chilling reenactments and forensic evidence, "You Got Me Mean" is a compelling and heart-wrenching exploration of one family's descent into darkness and the devastating consequences of their actions.
Throughout the episode, viewers are left grappling with difficult questions about the nature of family, loyalty, and the boundaries of love. By the end, they are sure to have a deeper understanding of the Helmig family's tragic story and the impact it had on those around them.
