New Lifetime movie reveals shocking story of abuse, incest and triple murder
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Continuing its rich catalog of films inspired by true incidents, Lifetime is set to release a new film titled “Husband, Father, Killer: The Alyssa Pladl Story” on Saturday, October 19. crime thriller, directed by Elisabeth Röhm and written by Stephen Tolkin, stars Jackie Cruz, Matthew MacCaull and Matreya Scarrwener in key roles.
The film “Husband, Father, Killer: The Alyssa Pladl Story” is based on the real-life case of a North Carolina man who impregnated his own daughter and murdered her, her adoptive father and her little boy, in 2018. The triple murder – The suicide case that shook the nation is still considered one of the most disturbing.
Why was Denise given up for adoption?
Shortly after her birth, Denise was placed for adoption (YouTube/@beyondevil)
It all started in 1995 when 20-year-old Steven Pladl met 15-year-old Alyssa online, which led to the birth of their daughter, Denise, according to CBS News. However, due to Steven’s aggressive behavior, Denise was placed for adoption. Apparently, Alyssa was concerned about Steven’s abuse and said abandoning Denise was difficult but vital for her well-being.
According to reports, Denise was adopted by Tony and Kelly Fusco, who raised her under the name Katie. Katie sought out her biological parents when she was 18 and decided to move in with them, but she soon discovered troubling family dynamics, including allegations of abuse from Steven and Alyssa’s history of mental struggle.
Did Steven Pladl marry Katie Rose Fusco Pladl?
Steven Pladl and Katie Rose Fusco Pladl were married in July 2017 (YouTube/@beyondevil)
According to reports, once Katie moved in with Steven and Alyssa, the couple was already sleeping in separate bedrooms. Steven and Katie became close over the next few months, and when Alyssa asked Steven about it, he dismissed her concerns and left the house with Katie according to the Poughkeepsie Journal.
Apparently, Alyssa moved out in November 2016 and she and Steven shared custody of their other two children. In May 2017, Alyssa discovered the truth about Steven and Katie’s relationship in her daughter’s diary, which also revealed Katie’s pregnancy. After his divorce was finalized, Steven married Katie in July 2017, falsely claiming they were not related. They had a son, Bennett, but were arrested for incest in January. After her incarceration, Katie returned to her adoptive parents.
Did Steven Pladl kill his own daughter Katie Rose Fusco Pladl?
Steven Pladl killed Katie Rose Fusco Pladl, their son and his adoptive father, Tony (YouTube/@beyondevil)
Everything changed on the fateful day of April 12, when Katie and her adoptive father, Tony, were tragically murdered by Steven in New Milford. According to reports, immediately after the shooting, Steven’s mother contacted 911, stating that her son had confessed to killing Katie, Tony and her baby.
Steven was later allegedly discovered dead in Dover from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, indicating he was responsible for the murders.
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An image from “Husband, Father, Killer: The Alyssa Pladl Story” (YouTube/@lifetime)
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Trailer “Husband, Father, Killer: The Alyssa Pladl Story”