Ep 11. Keep It in the Family

In Deadly Women season 11 episode 11, titled "Keep It in the Family," viewers are taken on a journey through cases of female killers who committed heinous crimes within their own families. The episode features three different stories, each showcasing the disturbing extent to which people can be capable of turning on their loved ones.

The first case revolves around a woman named Tina Leja, who became a killer after years of living under her husband's control. Tina had relished a happy married life with her husband before he became addicted to drugs and started beating her. Unable to break free from her abusive relationship, Tina saw no other way out than to poison her abusive husband and make it look like he had died of a drug overdose. But her troubles didn't end there. Tina continued to kill - eventually moving on to her own children, whom she smothered to death with a pillow. The episode explores the psychological factors that drove Tina to murder and the difficulties she faced while being tried in court.

The second story focuses on the case of Britney Haarup and Ashley Key, two half-sisters who were brutally murdered by a family member. The episode delves into the killer's motives and the factors that led him to perpetrate such a heinous crime against his own relatives. The story also explores the impact that the double murder had on the small town of Edgerton, Missouri, and how the family members dealt with the tragedy.

The final saga revolves around a woman named Sylvia Seegrist, who became notorious as the "Mall Killer" in Philadelphia. Sylvia had a history of mental instability and aggressive behavior, but her family members never imagined that she could turn violent. However, in 1985, Sylvia went on a shooting spree at a local mall, killing three strangers and injuring seven others. The episode explores the factors that led Sylvia to commit such a heinous crime, and how she was ultimately brought to justice.

As with all episodes of Deadly Women, "Keep It in the Family" provides a disturbing, yet intriguing, look into the darkest corners of human behavior. Viewers are taken on a journey through the lives of women whose actions shattered the very essence of familial relationships. The stories are compelling, and the episode does justice in portraying the complexities of human psychology and the impact of criminal behavior on those affected. Ultimately, "Keep It in the Family" is a worthy addition to the gripping series and a must-watch for fans of true crime and female killers.