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The Tragic Texting-Suicide Case That Set a New Precedent in the Court of Law

Conrad Roy’s suicide sparked a nationwide controversy after his girlfriend, Michelle Carter, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Find out the uproar over Carter’s early release from prison. Crime reporter Melissa Moore shares the story.

Now Playing What Were the Motives Behind Michelle Carter’s Influence in the Texting-Suicide Case?
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What Were the Motives Behind Michelle Carter’s Influence in the Texting-Suicide Case?

Crime reporter Melissa Moore reveals that she questioned if Michelle Carter was capable of coercing her boyfriend Conrad Roy to commit suicide – until she saw the texts. Can we make the case that it’s criminal to push someone to commit suicide?

Now Playing Conrad Roy’s Mother Speaks Out About Michelle Carter’s Motives Behind Pushing Her Son to Suicide
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Conrad Roy’s Mother Speaks Out About Michelle Carter’s Motives Behind Pushing Her Son to Suicide

Lynn Roy agrees that Michelle is guilty of enabling Conrad to commit suicide, and reveals why she believes Carter wanted Conrad to die. Find out about the law that Lynn is focused on passing in Massachusetts.

Now Playing Conrad Roy’s Sisters Open Up About the Death of Their Brother
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Conrad Roy’s Sisters Open Up About the Death of Their Brother

Dr. Oz reads the last text messages Michelle sent to Conrad. Then, Morgan and Camdyn Roy join their mother Lynn to discuss Conrad’s tragic suicide. Lynn shares the mental health challenges Conrad faced and details his first suicide attempt.

Now Playing What Conrad Roy’s Mom Wants Parents Whose Kids Are Depressed to Know
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What Conrad Roy’s Mom Wants Parents Whose Kids Are Depressed to Know

Lynn Roy reveals that Michelle asked for some of Conrad’s ashes and tried to console her. Then, Camdyn recalls their last day with Conrad, and reveals that he took them out for ice cream right before his suicide. Hear Lynn’s advice to parents.

Now Playing Why Didn’t Michelle Carter Call 911 or Contact the Family About His Suicide Attempt?
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Why Didn’t Michelle Carter Call 911 or Contact the Family About His Suicide Attempt?

Morgan and Camdyn share how Michelle could have prevented Conrad’s suicide, and Lynn reveals that Michelle was on the phone with him as he was dying. Then, Lynn shares how heartbreaking it is to see the same story repeating itself.

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Now Playing True Crime Exclusive: The Texting-Suicide Case — Conrad Roy's Family on Michelle Carter’s Possible Early Release
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True Crime Exclusive: The Texting-Suicide Case — Conrad Roy's Family on Michelle Carter’s Possible Early Release

Conrad Roy’s suicide sparked a nationwide controversy after his girlfriend was sent to prison for urging him, via text, to kill himself. Today, in an exclusive update, Conrad’s mom opens up on how she feels about Michelle Carter walking free again.

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What Conrad Roy’s Mom Wants Parents Whose Kids Are Depressed to Know

Originally aired on 11/07/2019

Lynn Roy reveals that Michelle asked for some of Conrad’s ashes and tried to console her. Then, Camdyn recalls their last day with Conrad, and reveals that he took them out for ice cream right before his suicide. Hear Lynn’s advice to parents.

Guests: Melissa Moore , Lynn Roy , Camdyn Roy , Dr. Judith Joseph , Morgan Roy , Dianne Lake

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