Stuttering in Silence

Resentment on Gravel Pike: The DeShong Family Murders


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In this episode of Stuttering in Silence, hosts Matt and Gavin unravel the tragic story of the DeShong family — a case that shook Perkiomen Township, Pennsylvania.

When 49-year-old Aaron DeShong called the FBI in September 2023, what investigators uncovered inside his home was almost unimaginable: his mother Wanda and his brother Adam, both shot dead. What followed was a trial that exposed years of resentment, a fractured family history, and a chilling glimpse into how grief can spiral into violence.

We dive deep into:

  • The DeShong family’s background and the decision that ignited Aaron’s resentment.
  • The chilling 911-style call that set the investigation in motion.
  • How the prosecution and defense battled over motive, intent, and evidence.
  • The jury’s swift verdict of first-degree murder and Aaron’s life sentence.
  • The defense’s promise of appeal, and what challenges may lie ahead.

This isn’t just a true crime story — it’s a haunting reminder that sometimes the darkest conflicts are the ones that unfold inside a family home.

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Stuttering in SilenceBy Gavin Sowden and Matt Lepore

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