The Tragic Murder of 9 Year Old Elizabeth Olten - St. Martins, MO 2009
Missouri Mayhem: Mystery & Murder with Mindy & Megan! · Megan Owens & Mindy Johnson
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Show Notes
This Missouri Mayhem episode delves into one of the most disturbing and perplexing crimes in recent Missouri history, focusing on the murder of Elizabeth Olten in October of 2009. The discussion highlights the intersection of violence and mental health, with Alyssa Bustamante ultimately pleading guilty to second-degree murder. The episode emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health crises and provides resources such as the 988 crisis lifeline and BetterHelp.com for those in need. Listeners are encouraged to share the episode to raise awareness about the need for youth services and mental health awareness.
Resources & Further Reading
About the Case & Background
- Wikipedia — Murder of Elizabeth Olten (full timeline, psychological evaluations, family history)
- CBS News — Suspect evaluated for severe depression and suicide risk
Mental Health & Youth Violence
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) — mental health education
- American Psychological Association — adolescent development and violence research
- Missouri 988 - missouri988.org
- Better Help - betterhelp.com.
Support for Impacted Families
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- Missouri Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence