EP. 180 : PENNSYLVANIA - The "Dear Zachary" Case
Murder In America
Deep Dive
Why did Shirley Turner murder Andrew Bagby?
Shirley Turner murdered Andrew Bagby because he ended their relationship and she was obsessively jealous, unable to accept his decision to move on.
How did Andrew Bagby's parents react to the news of their son's murder?
Andrew Bagby's parents, David and Kate, were devastated and initially planned to commit suicide after burying their son, but their focus shifted to seeking justice for Andrew.
What role did Shirley Turner's past behavior play in her eventual murder of Andrew Bagby?
Shirley Turner's past behavior, including stalking and harassing ex-partners, indicated a pattern of obsessive and violent tendencies, which foreshadowed her actions against Andrew Bagby.
How did the Canadian justice system handle Shirley Turner's case, and what were the consequences?
The Canadian justice system allowed Shirley Turner to be released on bail despite strong evidence against her, leading to her custody of baby Zachary and his eventual death. This failure prompted the creation of 'Zachary's Bill' to prevent bail for those accused of serious crimes to protect children.
What was the impact of Andrew Bagby's murder on his parents' lives?
Andrew Bagby's murder profoundly impacted his parents, leading them to uproot their lives and move to Canada to fight for custody of their grandson Zachary. Their efforts to seek justice and protect Zachary ultimately failed when Shirley Turner killed him as well.
How did Shirley Turner's relationship with her children affect her behavior towards Andrew Bagby?
Shirley Turner's neglect and manipulation of her children, including sending them away and using them to receive government payments, reflected her self-centered and unstable nature, which contributed to her obsessive and ultimately murderous behavior towards Andrew Bagby.
What were the key factors that led to the tragic death of baby Zachary?
The key factors included Shirley Turner's release on bail despite being a suspect in Andrew Bagby's murder, her custody of Zachary despite her dangerous history, and the Canadian justice system's failure to prioritize Zachary's safety over Shirley's presumed innocence.
How did Andrew Bagby's parents cope with the loss of their grandson Zachary?
Andrew Bagby's parents, David and Kate, coped with the loss of Zachary by continuing to advocate for policy changes to protect children from dangerous parents and by celebrating Andrew's life and legacy through gatherings and scholarships in his name.
- David and Kate Bagby became grandparents.
- Shirley Turner, the baby's mother, murdered their son.
- The Bagbys maintained a facade of cordiality with Shirley for their grandson's sake.
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