Grab your glass and get cozy, let's talk about murder!  In this episode we wrap up the case of child-murderer Diane Downs, as we discuss her arrest, trial, and conviction.  With a focus on the trial, we will find out how one of Diane’s surviving victims, her own nine year old daughter, became the star witness that helped put her behind bars. With additional evidence, we are now also able to paint a more clear picture of what actually happened on the night of May 19, 1983 on Old Mohawk Road. Unfortunately, even after this devil-woman was finally put behind bars, the story doesn't end as she was able to escape prison in 1987.   Join us for this rollercoaster as we uncover the truth in Diane’s web of lies, the damning evidence that thankfully locked her away, her escape and recapture from Oregon Women’s Correctional Institute, and where she and her surviving children are today.    Make sure to check out our socials and add to the conversation. As always, answer our questions at the end and we might read your response on next week's show!  Email: murderandmerlot@gmail.com Facebook: Murder & Merlot Podcast Instagram:@murdermerlopodcast  Twitter: @murderandmerlo1   Book Reference:  Small Sacrifices by Ann Rule  Note: We will have a separate book club episode to discuss this book in further detail!   Cheers! *Tink* Psst.. don't like all the chit-chat? That's cool. Skip to 4:24 to start the case.