we dive deep into the complex case of a 12-year-old boy who was cleared of all charges after accidentally killing his mother's boyfriend during a violent altercation. The tragic event unfolded when the boyfriend, who had a long history of domestic violence, began assaulting the boy's mother. The young boy, fearing for her life, tried to intervene in a moment of desperation, which tragically resulted in the death of the man. We explore the emotional toll on the child, the legacy of the abuser's criminal history dating back to when he was just 18, and the legal and moral questions that arise in cases of self-defense and familial protection. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about justice, trauma, and the lengths a child may go to when protecting their loved ones.