When 17-year-old Chrystul Kizer is arrested for first-degree murder in Milwaukee, the investigation uncovers a connection between her and her victim that can’t be ignored. And it mirrors an eerily similar story -- that of Cyntoia Brown -- that played out over a 15-year span in Tennessee.To learn more about The Mission of the Indiana Protection of Abused and Trafficked Humans Taskforce (IPATH) or to view their resources please visit HERE.  For current Fan Club membership options and policies, please visit https://crimejunkie.app/library/. Source materials for this episode cannot be listed here due to character limitations. For a full list of sources, please visit https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/survived-chrystul-kizer-cyntoia-brown/ Don’t miss out on all things Crime Junkie!Instagram: @crimejunkiepodcast | @audiochuckTwitter: @CrimeJunkiePod | @audiochuckTikTok: @crimejunkiepodcastFacebook: /CrimeJunkiePodcast | /audiochuckllc Crime Junkie is hosted by Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat.Instagram: @ashleyflowers | @britprawatTwitter: @Ash_Flowers | @britprawatTikTok: @ashleyflowerscrimejunkieFacebook: /AshleyFlowers.AF You can join Ashley’s community by texting (317) 733-7485 to stay up to date on what's new!

Cyntoia Brown, a compelling figure in the true crime narrative, shares her harrowing journey of survival and transformation after being convicted for killing her abuser. She discusses the chilling circumstances leading to that fateful encounter and the complex legal battles she faced as a young victim of trafficking. Cyntoia reflects on her personal growth during incarceration and the advocacy efforts that ultimately led to her clemency, shining a light on societal changes regarding human trafficking and second chances.