In this episode, Crime Salad sits down with Hope Hooton, a mother who has endured the unimaginable loss of her two children to filicide, the act of a parent killing their own child. This conversation covers deeply sensitive topics, including suicide, domestic abuse, and the devastating realities that too often go overlooked by the system. Hope shares the red flags she recognized, the steps she took to protect herself and her children, and the hard truths about how difficult it can be to leave an abusive relationship.

Through her story, Hope is turning tragedy into purpose, spreading awareness, advocating for change, and working to save children’s lives by shining a light on the warning signs that must never be ignored.

Listener discretion is advised. Please take care of your mental health first as you listen.

Please Follow and Support Hope Hooton:
Hope’s Website: https://voicesagainstfilicide.odoo.com/
Hope’s Podcast: Voices Against Filicide
Hope’s TikTok: hope.in.the.pain
Pierce's pledge https://www.piercespledge.org/

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, help is available. You can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text “START” to 88788 to be connected with free, confidential support 24/7.

If you are struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can call or text anytime to be connected with trained counselors.

Filicide Awareness Interview with Hope Hooton

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