Ep 4. California Scheming

Aliyah was a young girl from a middle-class family, living in a quiet town in Southern California. She was smart, driven, and had her whole life ahead of her. But when she met a charming young man named Brendt Allen Christensen online, her life took a dangerous turn.

Brendt convinced Aliyah to leave her family and move across the country to start a new life with him. But once she arrived, she quickly realized that Brendt wasn't the person she thought he was. He was controlling, manipulative, and violent.

Despite the danger she was in, Aliyah remained committed to Brendt. She believed that he loved her and that he would take care of her. But as time went on, Brendt's behavior became more and more erratic.

One day, Aliyah disappeared without a trace. Her family and friends were desperate for answers, but they had no idea where she could be.

With the help of law enforcement, they eventually discovered that Aliyah had been murdered by Brendt. He had lured her into his apartment, where he raped and killed her. He then disposed of her body in a nearby lake.

Brendt was eventually caught, convicted, and sentenced to life in prison for Aliyah's murder. But for those who loved her, the pain of her loss will never go away.

In this episode of Web of Lies, we hear from Aliyah's family and friends as they recount the events leading up to her disappearance and murder. We also hear from law enforcement officials and experts in online safety and abuse, who offer insights into the dangers of online relationships and how to protect oneself from predators like Brendt.

California Scheming is a heartbreaking tale of love turned deadly, and it serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of being cautious when connecting with others online.