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The taboo that should never exist in a sacred family and the horrifying case of the Blackburn family

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This is the full, timestamped transcript of "The taboo that should never exist in a sacred family and the horrifying case of the Blackburn family", an episode of Casefile True Crime published December 13, 2024 (32 min, about 4,507 words). It mentions 12 people, works and ideas, including Davey Blackburn, Amanda Blackburn, Larry Taylor, Indianapolis, Jaylen Watson.

What this episode is about

The Blackburn family's life in Indianapolis was tragically shattered on November 10, 2015, when Davey Blackburn discovered his wife, Amanda, gravely injured in their home, surrounded by blood and chaos. This horrifying incident stands as a stark reminder of the profound dangers that can invade even the most sacred spaces of family life.

Key takeaways

  • Indianapolis: a city where culture thrives, but tragedy can strike in an instant like a storm.
  • Love's eternal bond is tested in the most unexpected ways; a peaceful morning can turn chaotic within moments.
  • Amanda Blackburn's unwavering faith highlighted how spirituality can shape purpose, yet destiny often holds dark surprises.
  • In the blink of an eye, a sacred home can transform into a crime scene, shattering innocence forever.
  • The Blackburns' story illustrates that life’s true trials don’t follow a script; chaos and grace often coexist.

Who speaks in this episode?

What is discussed, and when

  1. – 5:00: Davey Blackburn, Indianapolis
  2. – 10:00: Indianapolis, North Carolina, Davey Blackburn, Judith Weston
  3. – 15:00: Amanda Blackburn, Davey Blackburn, Indianapolis, Judith Weston
  4. – 20:00: Davey Blackburn
  5. – 25:00: Larry Taylor, Amanda Blackburn, Jaylen Watson, Diano Gordon
  6. – 30:00: Larry Taylor, Amanda Blackburn, Indianapolis, Diano Gordon

Notable quotes from "The taboo that should never exist in a sacred family and the horrifying case of the Blackburn family"

  • Alabam from Tuscaloosa studied the Bible with the same sincere Zeal their Fates became Inseparable the minute they met at a Hawke Nelson Christian band concert on a blind date…
    about Hawke Nelson · at
  • Changed their lives for the better leading them on a journey Guided by God as newly Woods the blackburns enjoyed the barmy s South Carolina weather for the first four years of…
    about North Carolina · at
  • Unshakable faith that God had greater plans for her life helped her to persevere they left the comfort of South Carolina in 2012 to begin their Divine mission of establishing a…
    about Indianapolis · at
  • Carry on the sacred Mission we started in Indianapolis I Know It with absolute certainty Davey remained steadfast in his Faith even as catastrophe loomed over him casting a…
    about Davey Blackburn · at
  • Paro period for bgi located him precisely near the Blackburn home digital traces left by diano Gordon quickly became intang angled her Cel data painted a damning picture of her…
    about Diano Gordon · at
  • Weeks of inquiry and detective work the coldblooded murder of Amanda Blackburn was charged with 21-year-old Jaylen Watson and 18-year-old Larry Taylor the most serious charges…
    about Jaylen Watson · at
  • Coldblooded murder of Amanda Blackburn and the burglary charges that accompanied it Larry Joe Taylor received an 86-year sentence in the merciless confines of the Indiana State…
    about Larry Taylor · at
  • That those responsible for killing my wife have been caught he declared Governor Mike Pence who was among more than 2,000 condol Es at Amanda's funeral is just one example of…
    about Vice President Mike Pence · at

Who and what is mentioned in this episode?

People

  • Davey Blackburn — Person · Husband of the victim; key witness / public figure referenced · 5 mentions · first at
    He discovers Amanda, calls 911, gives testimony, is publicly cleared, and later becomes a prominent voice in the aftermath (forgiveness messaging, media presence).
  • Amanda Blackburn — Person · Victim / central figure in the case narrative · 5 mentions · first at
    Her murder (and the death of her unborn child) is the core event driving the episode’s timeline, investigation details, and courtroom outcomes.
    Spoke these words on November 11th the day Amanda's official death was announced a Amanda made it her life's calling to love and serve all she knew sharing the good news of…
  • Larry Taylor — Person · Primary perpetrator (as alleged/convicted in narrative); defendant at trial · 6 mentions · first at
    Presented as the shooter who killed Amanda; his confession, trials, and sentencing (86 years) are major endpoints of the justice arc.
  • Jaylen Watson — Person · Co-perpetrator; plea-deal witness (as described) · 1 mention · first at
    Linked via DNA on the pink sweater and phone records; described as negotiating a plea deal and testifying against Taylor.
  • Diano Gordon — Person · Accomplice in burglary spree; plea-deal witness (as described) · 2 mentions · first at
    Described as involved in the burglary/ATM usage but not entering the Blackburn home; cell data places her near the bank; plea deal testimony supports prosecution.
  • Judith Weston — Person · Child of Amanda and Davey; referenced family member · 2 mentions · first at
    Their son is referenced as being upstairs during the incident and as part of the family’s life narrative (born 2014).
    Generation to find comfort and guidance their unwavering commitment paid off in 2014 when they welcomed a son Weston who brought an abundance of joy into their lives the…
  • Perry Noble — Person · Referenced pastor / prior ministry leader connected to Davey · 1 mention · first at
    Mentioned as the pastor under whom Davey served at NewSpring Church before moving to Indianapolis, establishing background for the Blackburns’ ministry path.
    The barmy s South Carolina weather for the first four years of their Union under Pastor Perry Noble's guidance Davey was serving as an associate pastor at New Spring Church…
  • Vice President Mike Pence — Person · Referenced public official / notable attendee · 1 mention · first at
    Mentioned to illustrate the national attention and prominence of the case, noting he was among many condolence-givers at the funeral.

Companies & orgs

  • New Spring Church — Company · Business focus · 1 mention · first at
    The church where Davey Blackburn served as an associate pastor before moving to Indianapolis to start his own ministry.
    The barmy s South Carolina weather for the first four years of their Union under Pastor Perry Noble's guidance Davey was serving as an associate pastor at New Spring Church…
  • Hawke Nelson — Company · Referenced work · 1 mention · first at
    A Christian band mentioned in the context of how Davey and Amanda Blackburn met at one of their concerts.

Places & events

  • Indianapolis — Place · Setting · 6 mentions · first at
    The city where the tragic events involving the Blackburn family took place, serving as the backdrop for their story.
  • North Carolina — Place · Headquarters · 2 mentions · first at
    The state where the Blackburn family lived before moving to Indianapolis, and where Davey served as an associate pastor at New Spring Church.

Full transcript with timestamps

the story unfolds in the heart of Indianapolis where Sleek modernity merges with age-old Traditions to create an enthralling scene this city a vibrant Melting Pot of cultures not only boasts art museums that honor past achievements but also hosts a plethora of lively festivals and events most notably the famous Indie 500 however for the Blackburn family this Multicultural Oasis was supposed to be a sanctuary a place of Tranquility a true home for their faith and commitment little did they know that on the morning of November 10th 2015 their lives would be upended by a devastating tragedy the stage was set for a nightmare when an unfamiliar car pulled into sunnyfield court just as Davey Blackburn was out for his usual morning workout Davey a handsome man was on his way back from his regular exercise session he sat in his car for quite a while engrossed in a phone call unaware he was just minutes away from

his life falling apart a chilling silence enveloped him as he walked up to his front door gym bag in hand his world collapsed when he saw what was inside he knew what it was blood blood was everywhere in the Sacred Space of their living room his beloved wife lay motionless the floor stained red time seemed to stand still as the weight of the world pressed down on him his hands shaking as he dropped the gym bag Davey hurried to know what had happened to his beloved wife his world crashed into a kaleidoscope of chaos and Terror his beloved wife Amanda lay lifeless on the floor as blood spread in their home his hands quivered as he frantically sought any indication of movement a wave of comfort washed over him when he detected the subtle beat of her heart help was desperately needed and nothing else mattered at that moment in the rescue operator's screaming voice Davey surveyed the living room which had

transformed into a disturbing scene of Chaos in the Mayhem upstairs that child's pitiful sobs pierce the Stillness a tragic reminder of an Innocence Lost forever sunnyfield Court which had been peaceful just seconds before became a male strome of dazzling lights and chaotic activity in an instant investigators and police officials surrounded the home recording every detail in the hopes of solving the horrible mystery that lay within however to grasp the gravity of this tragedy one must explore the core of a man and a Grace Bas a girl who was born into a household of unwavering belief and commitment to Jesus from her childhood in the Christian birthplaces of mcadon Michigan and Indianapolis she had a deep respect for the authority of God's word Amanda exemplified the principles that shaped her family's spiritual path as the daughter of a senior pastor she had no idea that the road she was on would

bring her to the edge of a terrifying trial that would put her faith and the relationships that bound her world to the test holy chorus Melodies and reverent Whispers of scripture engulfed Amanda's World from the minute she took her first breath she embraced the church's religious customs with unfaltering dedication they had become an integral part of her identity more than just a set of Ceremonies in contrast to her friends Amanda had a greater purpose in life she was not interested in the transient pleasures of adulthood instead of fantasizing about wild parties and short relationships she envisioned a life spent serving Jesus the one true love she had known from the beginning well it seemed as if God had created her in the likeness of an Angel a fragile golden haired Beauty whose kindness and generosity concealed a soul even more magnificent she loves everyone one she meets with her unwavering

devotion which radiates from her impeccable appearance and her heart which is devoured by faith Amanda made a solemn vow of Purity during her formative teenage years promising to wait until the holy Union of marriage to experience the value of a Lover's touch she would remain steadfast in her commitment even as Destiny brought her the one man deserving of her love Davey Blackburn Davey Blackburn a fellow Alabam from Tuscaloosa studied the Bible with the same sincere Zeal their Fates became Inseparable the minute they met at a Hawke Nelson Christian band concert on a blind date which was arranged by the power of God the connection that Amanda and Davey shared knew no bounds even though they were physically separated by distance every holiday became a holy Journey a time to celebrate the genuine intimate affection that burned in their souls as they walked holding each other's hand they exchanged religious books that had

shaped their spiritual path personal thoughts and cherish passages nothing brought them more happiness than the simplest of occasions like the milkshake competition where Amanda came out on top earning Davey the loving nickname milk girl his heart was engulfed in flames as he understood in that Split Second that she was the one he wanted to marry the unceasing flow of texts and hours-long discussions kept their bond alive even while their academic Endeavors drove them apart they sought the advice of a psychologist intent on developing a connection based on deep understanding and respect because they approached love with such reverence they finally had their marriage blessed in front of family and God on August 1st 20 eight and as Davey kissed Amanda for the first time he knew with all his heart that their souls were bound together in an eternal Union following that Unforgettable day he told his buddies

that when their lips met something profound happened a seismic event that changed their lives for the better leading them on a journey Guided by God as newly Woods the blackburns enjoyed the barmy s South Carolina weather for the first four years of their Union under Pastor Perry Noble's guidance Davey was serving as an associate pastor at New Spring Church when he began to experience an unsettling longing inside this summoning could no longer be repressed he shifted his gaze to Amanda his beloved companion he dared them to leave everything behind and go to Indianapolis where they would build an environment for for young people's spiritual needs the thought of leaving her beloved Hometown broke Amanda's heart but Davy's unshakable faith that God had greater plans for her life helped her to persevere they left the comfort of South Carolina in 2012 to begin their Divine mission of establishing a prominent

autonomous Church on the north side of Indianapolis this youthful religious group which they had lovingly built by their own hands served as a Lighthouse for the wandering Souls of the youth in their weekly videos the Blackburn shared advice on intimacy conflict resolution and relationships creating a safe space for the Next Generation to find comfort and guidance their unwavering commitment paid off in 2014 when they welcomed a son Weston who brought an abundance of joy into their lives the Blackburn family appeared to have achieved EX to see on Earth with their beloved home on a quiet street their flourishing Ministry and their devoted band of young followers completely oblivious to The Tempest that was approaching the weight of their teachings reached the hearts of Believers like a song and their sermons resounded like sacred hymns the blackburns were one in Perfect Harmony a marriage of heavenly kindness and

comprehension however the harsh truth of the world will eventually re awaken even the most perfect Dreamscapes a violent disturbance broke the peaceful routines of the Blackburn family on that tragic November 10th 2015 the Tranquil atmosphere of sunnyfield court was shattered as the sound of ambulance sirens sounded setting in motion a frantic race against the clock a heroic array of resuscitative procedures battled to thwart the impending doom as Amanda's strength drindel she had been rushed to the hospital unfortunately Amanda and the life she was carrying a daughter they had affectionately called Eevee Grace left this world the day after in the wake of this terrible loss friend's family and strangers took to social media to express their condolences and offer prayers for the family and friends of the deceased in everyone's sorrow Davey spoke these words on November 11th the day Amanda's official death was

announced a Amanda made it her life's calling to love and serve all she knew sharing the good news of Jesus Christ whom she had accepted as her own savior was her life's work because of her life and work many others will come to trust in Christ as Savior she would want me to carry on the sacred Mission we started in Indianapolis I Know It with absolute certainty Davey remained steadfast in his Faith even as catastrophe loomed over him casting a dark cloud over the hope that was fading he made a bold statement against how he felt proclaiming I firmly believe that God is still good is transformation of our grief into Victory is very remarkable we have only just begun the murder of Amanda sent seismic shock waves through the Orthodox community and the entire State and no amount of stirring affirmations could calm them there was a massive upro and a strong need for justice someone must be held responsible

for the Unspeakable atrocity committed against Amanda and her unborn child Amanda Davy's lover lay partially naked and face down in a blood splattered pool in his first sworn testimony three terrible bullet wounds including one that had ripped through her skull were evident in the scene he described his routine 6:00 a.m. workout Le leaving their home and the door being carelessly left unlocked a minus slip up that gave the burglars an open invitation you always do that too don't you he confessed to the investigators his voice betraying his sadness leave and don't lock the door although it is still unclear if the attackers would have been discouraged by a barred door one harsh reality could not be avoided Amanda had lost valuable time that may have called for help her awful fate Could Have Been Changed by these times a desperate hunt for Solutions followed the heinous act amid all the chaos

Davy's innocence was quickly proven and his name was cleansed however the first responder Scott Floyd told a terrifying story in the trial transcripts standing alone at the end of the driveway his hands covered in Crimson his testimony paints a chilling picture of Davy a portrayal of strange Stillness Belling the chaos within Scott claimed that dav's Expressions revealed an eerie disconnection as if he were a guy disconnected from reality who couldn't believe the unspeakable tragedy that had befallen the one he loved following the incomprehensible Calamity there was a Mad Dash to find answers but Davey Blackburn was quickly cleared of any wrongdoing by the investig ating team however the first paramedic on the site Scott Floyd saw a terrifying scene as revealed in the trial audio according to his account there was an unsettling Stillness over Davy as he stood alone at the driveway's end his hands read from the spill while

the commotion of the emergency cars encircled him Davey did not understand what had happened to Amanda Scott says his voice resonating around the courtroom he insisted he was unable able to help her while she lay on the floor during those terrifying seconds Davey's mourning routine was disrupted and his life was suddenly turned upside down he recalled getting off the gym at about 7 in the morning continuing a call with his friend Kenneth Wagner and pacing the driveway every so often to peek out the front window hoping to see his son Weston awake from his sleep unaware to the horror that was happening inside as Davey spoke under the weight of his words words 12 minutes is a long time in an emergency the sound of the ticking clock reverberated throughout the courts at 8:10 in the morning he returned home to discover his world in shambles Amanda lay motionless on the floor lying face down he hoped that his pregnant wife had

fallen victim to simple dizziness in the 12 minutes leading up to his urgent 822 to am call the story that Davey had built up was compromised nevertheless by the devastating evidence of Dr Scott Floyd according to the doctor's gloomy assessment Amanda's Savage attack happened hours ago as indicated by the coagulated blood these remarks cast doubt on his evidence and led to more questions than they answered had Davey really been so engrossed in his denial that he failed to notice the gruesome proof steps away away from the corpse of his beloved his pleading seemed sincere but was there something deeper at work hidden from view by the public did you call anyone else was a lingering query among the Deluge of inquiries in his response Davy made the difficult confession that he S comfort from his father following the terrifying 911 call his exoneration was confirmed when authorities used gim security footage at

two back up his explanation and the defense he chose not to cross-examine him despite this the sad autopsy results beautifully depicted Amanda's dying moments a gunshot going through the back of the head another bursting through her arm and back and her face a picture of Cruelty with scrapes a broken lip and a lost tooth the cold hard evidence proved a tragedy that would rock the town to its very Foundation the shattered body of Amanda was a graphic representation of the violent conflict that had shaken the once peaceful neighborhood and the cold hard evidence corroborated this each new finding lowered the tragedy's profile as the painstaking investigation unfolded Davey made a desperate plea for assistance 35 minutes before the rapid volley of gunfire broke the early morning silence according to neighbors whose voices were mixed with shock even as a longtime resident Reginal had a hard time imagining such heinousness

taking place on their peaceful Street here the blackburns that lovely loving family seemed to be unaffected by the harsh realities of the outside world nevertheless A peculiar patent became apparent as the pieces started to fall into place in the early hours of November 10th the town felt the presence of a malevolent power a ghostly figure haunted the neighborhood causing Devastation at every turn turn at 5:20 a.m. the initial screen for assistance broke through the night after waking up to see her home broken into a woman discovered that her possessions had been stolen including her car even with the sliding glass door open the marks left by The Invader were visible the Marauder's insatiable appetite claimed yet another house 3 hours afterward the beras were so ruthless that they stole a family's Electronics jewelry laptops and even basic items like a sweatshirt and a bag of oranges in a recent horrible

Smash and grab five excruciating minutes later Davey Blackburn's quavering voice added to the chorus of cries for help ripping the last strands of the community's sense of safety tragically the nightmare had finally arrived bringing with it a trail of broken lives and Mysteries that still needed solving with his words Lieutenant Richard Shone a light into the darkness piercing through the veil of sorrow where exploring every possible connection between the homicide and the string of burglaries plaguing this neighborhood the police respected the sacredness of their pursuit of Justice by remaining silent regarding the investigation's complexities however a change in strategy was implemented after peculiar photos of possible perpetrators emerged from one of the homes that had been raided this involved appealing to the public and rallying them to help identify the anonymous burglars despite everything that had

happened Davy maintained his unshakable trust in the system believing that the authorities would exhaust all possible Avenues in their pursuit of justice for his wife's killer his faith that these promising leads would soon pay off was shared by the investigators who were encouraged by an unusual unfettered Authority innocent indicators like a stolen pink pullover cell phone records and an ATM transaction turned out to be the key to untangling this complex web following these Clues which were found in a stolen Cress Sebring the law enforcement agencies would pursue three individuals the debit card matched Amanda's when officials retrieved the vehicle on November 11th just a short distance from the Blackburn home adding further damning Evidence one of the perpetrators shamelessly covered their face with that bright pink sweater to evade detection by the ATM camera a cruel storm was gathering and the

ruthless Wreckers of this Exquisite town were about to meet their maker The Noose was drawing closer and Justice was about to be served the forces of Justice rallied with resolute resolve following the horrific murder of Amanda as investigators dug deeper into the case a complex web of evidence began to emerge including DNA tests CCTV footage and testimonies from eyewitnesses the incriminating evidence of jayen Watson's role untangled the initial knot in this complex system DNA tests on the bright pink sweater proved Beyond a reasonable doubt that Watson was irrefutably connected to to the location of the crime however this discovery only set off a series of subsequent breakthroughs according to authorities who dug into Watson's convoluted background they found a glaring link on that fateful morning his phone records a holdover from a previous Paro period for bgi located him precisely near the Blackburn home

digital traces left by diano Gordon quickly became intang angled her Cel data painted a damning picture of her local presence and her closeness to the Chase Bank where the heartless exploitation of Amanda's debit card occurred till the third suspect Larry Taylor was identified by the observant eyes of CCTV cameras the last piece of this spooky jigsaw remained a mystery his every step in the days after the disaster was painstakingly recorded and tracked to a certain residence an actual Revelation came to light as the Trio's neck was coiled around the Noose a gun had been found abandoned close to the Blackburn residence the crime lab technicians painstakingly analyzed it and their findings exposed its lethal purpose A Silent Witness to the depravity that had transpired within those walls the hammer of Justice was finally dropped after two exhausting weeks of inquiry and detective work the

coldblooded murder of Amanda Blackburn was charged with 21-year-old Jaylen Watson and 18-year-old Larry Taylor the most serious charges were dropped against 24-year-old Dio Gordon who was only involved peripherally in the burglary spree and never entered the Blackburn property however the terror that Amanda went through in her dying moments was brought to light by Larry Taylor's Eerie confession his remarks betraying his heartless indifference described how he shot her twice in her desperate defense he pounded her to the floor as she lay still on the floor he crouched over her shattered body he shot the last Executioner's bullet into the back of her skull all the while staring in sick Fascination as her blood dripped onto the floor the unfolding dark story provided a more distinct image a trio of criminals motiv ated by avarice with their eyes fixed on the Blackburn residence and the Allure of a quick

getaway because Davey forgot to lock the front door they were able to sneak inside and face Amanda in an effort to diffuse her meddling the horrific attack by Taylor began when Watson and Gordon ran away to cash in on their stolen ATM gains upon recovering Consciousness following the initial attack Amanda gathered the strength to resist desperately trying to thwart her attacker by lunging at him however her refusal to comply was met with icy brutality she was murdered in the most horrific way imaginable then while waiting for his companions to come back Taylor collected the stolen debit cards in a collected manner Amanda was doomed the moment their ATM withdrawal went through it set the stage for their ultimate demise at the hands of a steadfast legal system a night of unchecked lawlessness culminated in the path of depravity that investigators followed to the Blackburn home court records show that Gordon Watson and

Taylor all went on a spree with Amanda's house being the third target the first attack occurred in the dead of night while the inhabitants slept a laptop wallet and automobile was stolen from them the heartless robbers continued on their way unfazed by the icy stare of the surveillance camera after their first accomplishment the three of them swooped down on their next Target and carelessly smashed through a patio window they were much more voracious this time taking a laptop four TVs jewelry and even a bunch of oranges in their voracious appetite their Doom was sealed nevertheless by the gy pink sweater that had been stolen in the same crime each piece of evidence p painted a different picture of their downfall and the affid of it laid out a terrible portrait even the sweater that Watson wore to hide his identity from the ATM surveillance camera while he tried to withdraw money from Amanda's account

bore the incriminating DNA of the male as their sentences Drew near Watson and Gordon decided to speak the truth in exchange for the prospect of lesser punishments the most incriminating evidence however came from Larry Taylor himself he admitted to being in the Blackburn neighborhood but his statements were shrouded in doubt and gave no vindicating proof in his written allegations the County prosecutor spared no room for confusion a horrific number of charges were leveled against Larry Taylor the most severe of them being the intentional termination of Amanda Blackburn the seriousness of the burglary robbery and theft accusations against him and his accompli Watson and Gordon revealed the breadth and depth of their wrongdoing the authorities spared no effort in their pursuit of three perpetrators at the same time a fourth lingered on the edge mindful of the atrocities but not personally involved

Federal Marshals the violent crimes unit the gang unit and other special elements of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department worked together relentlessly to reveal the truth Chief Rick hey enthusiastically admired the collaboration between agencies that resulted in the arrests highlighting the police officer's unfaltering commitment with the unwavering backing of assistant us attorney Josh minkler and prosecutor Terry Curry detectives worked harder sacrificing their sleep in their pursuit of a result ultimately justce this was done but not before the devastating truth came to light Amanda's pregnancy a life cruy cut short before it had even started even though they could not be charged with rape due to the horrible nature of her attack the death of her unborn child was a constant reminder of how terrible human beings can be the wheels of Justice came to a halt in December 2021 when Larry Taylor's First

trial collapsed seconds after it began amid the astonished calm an appeal was declared due to a juror's careless disclosure of case data which violated holy etiquette however this was just a temporary obstacle on the secutus path to a settlement when the last trial began in October 2022 every possible measure was taken to ensure that the jury was fair a comprehensive 16-page questionnaire was administered to each of the hundred prospective arbitrators to gauge their capacity to deliver an impartial bias-free decision the proof was devastating in the end for the coldblooded murder of Amanda Blackburn and the burglary charges that accompanied it Larry Joe Taylor received an 86-year sentence in the merciless confines of the Indiana State Correctional Institution his Destiny was sealed while he was avoiding Justice his accomp IES jayen Watson and diano Gordon had chosen a different approach

negotiating plea deals that lowered their sentences to 25 to 35 years in prison in return for their testimony against Taylor however Justice had not yet been fully executed judges moved to harshly increase Taylor's sentence after learning that Amanda was carrying her unborn child at the time of her terrible murder as a sobering reminder of his wickedness his punishment might be extended by another 20 years Dave Blackburn who had vowed to love and cherish Amanda took comfort in the fact that her murderers were punished and could no longer wreak havoc on helpless victims proclaiming with words burdened by incalculable suffering I am relieved that those responsible for killing my wife have been caught he declared Governor Mike Pence who was among more than 2,000 condol Es at Amanda's funeral is just one example of how the news of her passing has reached people all around the country Amanda lived in a

once idilic Town financial aid was also generously offered the church set up a fundraising website to help with burial and Hospital costs in the middle of tragedy and legal processes Davy held fast to a deep conviction in forgiveness which Shone like a light in the dark although everything inside me wants to hate be angry and despair I choose the path of forgiveness Grace and hope he told reporters his words are tribute to the strength of the human spirit in the wake of the case's widespread media coverage Davey went from being a grieving husband to a famous public personality a podcaster and blogger who made money out of his Misfortune with the nothing wasted series his heartbreaking account of Amanda's death and his anguish inspired people all around the world but rumors of Suspicion started flying as dav's reputation and Fortune increased helped Along by the insurance payment when his wife died

curious eyes were drawn when in March 2016 just months after the terrible event he purchased a beautiful five-bedroom four-b property with a pool adding fire to the already simmering suspicion was the later sale of the house where Amanda had been killed Davy appeared surprisingly content by July 2016 despite being an unhappy husband who had lost his beloved this begs the disturbing question had he really unintentionally forgotten to lock that door on November 10 2015 or was there an ulterior motive hiding behind his public identity a monument to his purported happiness unveiled via the lens of his blog dery's beautiful new house with a sparkling pool stood in stark contrast to the terror that had formerly consumed his world as the constant murmurs of skepticism persisted he cried unexpected luck his words creating a disruptive Symphony one pressing concern remained when he established a second marriage

after such an incomprehensible tragedy had Earthly tempt diminished how do you feel about Davy's admission that he forgot to lock his door and Amanda's untimely death leave a comment and I will read it and reply thank you and goodbye

Questions about this episode

Who speaks in "The taboo that should never exist in a sacred family and the horrifying case of the Blackburn family"?

Davey Blackburn (Host), Amanda Blackburn (Guest), Scott Floyd (Guest), Lieutenant Richard (Guest), Governor Mike Pence (Guest).

What is "The taboo that should never exist in a sacred family and the horrifying case of the Blackburn family" about?

The Blackburn family's life in Indianapolis was tragically shattered on November 10, 2015, when Davey Blackburn discovered his wife, Amanda, gravely injured in their home, surrounded by blood and chaos. This horrifying incident stands as a stark reminder of the profound dangers that can invade even the most sacred spaces of family life.

What is mentioned in this Casefile True Crime episode?

12 people, works and ideas are mentioned, including Davey Blackburn, Amanda Blackburn, Larry Taylor, Indianapolis, Jaylen Watson, North Carolina. Each one on this page links to its own page with every episode that mentions it.

How long is "The taboo that should never exist in a sacred family and the horrifying case of the Blackburn family"?

The episode runs 32 min; the transcript is about 4,507 words in 30 timestamped sections.

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