Ep 11. Up Close with Fatima Silva

Up Close with Fatima Silva is the eleventh episode of the first season of Reasonable Doubt, a true crime documentary series that investigates cases where the guilt of the suspect is not clear-cut. In this episode, former prosecutor, Fatima Silva, and seasoned criminal defense attorney, Darren Kavinoky, team up to examine the case of a mother accused of murdering her own child.

The victim, a baby named Triston, was only two months old when he died in his sleep. The mother, Diane Schuler, claimed to have put her son to bed the night before and found him unresponsive the next morning. However, the medical examiner's report revealed that Triston had high levels of alcohol and a marijuana byproduct in his system, leading investigators to suspect that he was suffocated after being drugged by his mother.

Silva and Kavinoky dive deep into the case, examining the evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine whether Schuler is guilty of killing her son or if there is reasonable doubt. They speak to medical professionals to get a better understanding of the effects of alcohol and marijuana on infants, as well as experts in child abuse to discuss the possibility of suffocation. They also interview Schuler's family and friends to get a better sense of her character and behavior leading up to the incident.

As the investigation unfolds, Silva and Kavinoky reveal shocking new developments in the case that suggest there may be more to the story than meets the eye. They uncover evidence that points to potential suspects other than Schuler, including a mystery man who was with Schuler the night before Triston's death.

Ultimately, Up Close with Fatima Silva raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of justice and the lengths that a mother would go to protect her child. Silva and Kavinoky explore the difficult terrain of defending someone accused of such a heinous crime while also grappling with the reality that justice may not always be served for those who are truly guilty. Through their investigation, the duo reveals how the pursuit of truth can be a powerful tool in bringing justice to those who have been wronged.