Episode
MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
55:07
Published: Mon Apr 17 2023
Description
Elizabeth Santos’ unexpected and tragic death in 2020 left behind a million questions. Some believe it was the result of a mental health crisis, but many of her loved ones think she’s a victim of foul play, and they’ve been pushing for answers.The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email at [email protected] Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255 Did you know you can listen to this episode ad-free? Join the Fan Club! Visit https://crimejunkieapp.com/library/ to view the current membership options and policies.Source materials for this episode cannot be listed here due to character limitations. For a full list of sources, please visit: https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/mysterious-death-elizabeth-santos/
Chapters
Elizabeth Santos' death has left behind a million questions, with some believing it was the result of a mental health crisis, while others think she was murdered.
00:00 - 01:45 (01:45)
Summary
Elizabeth Santos' death has left behind a million questions, with some believing it was the result of a mental health crisis, while others think she was murdered. Her family reached out to Crime Junkies for answers in a story that will take you down a rabbit hole.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
Police encounter a naked woman who appears confused and has sustained injuries, while a relative tries to make sense of the situation from a distance.
01:45 - 09:13 (07:27)
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Police encounter a naked woman who appears confused and has sustained injuries, while a relative tries to make sense of the situation from a distance.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
A woman describes a bizarre late night encounter with her friend, who unexpectedly burst into her room demanding Benadryl.
09:13 - 16:11 (06:58)
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A woman describes a bizarre late night encounter with her friend, who unexpectedly burst into her room demanding Benadryl.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
The detectives have a warrant to search the home of Lizette and Michael Peterson in search of evidence relating to the suspicious death of Elizabeth Ratliff, who was also a close friend of the Petersons.
16:11 - 19:46 (03:35)
Summary
The detectives have a warrant to search the home of Lizette and Michael Peterson in search of evidence relating to the suspicious death of Elizabeth Ratliff, who was also a close friend of the Petersons.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
The knives found in the living room and under the sink have traces of what looks like blood, while the pocket knife found next to Elizabeth did not.
19:46 - 23:39 (03:53)
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The knives found in the living room and under the sink have traces of what looks like blood, while the pocket knife found next to Elizabeth did not. The absence of bloody items elsewhere in the house raises questions about how the killer cleaned up after the murder.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
Inconsistencies in the timeline and details surrounding the death of Elizabeth Ratliff suggest that her friend, Michael Peterson, may not be telling the truth about events leading up to her death.
23:39 - 27:42 (04:03)
Summary
Inconsistencies in the timeline and details surrounding the death of Elizabeth Ratliff suggest that her friend, Michael Peterson, may not be telling the truth about events leading up to her death.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
Detective Bell has to sort through rumors and conflicting information after the mysterious death of Elizabeth, all while trying to piece together the actual events leading up to it.
27:42 - 32:49 (05:07)
Summary
Detective Bell has to sort through rumors and conflicting information after the mysterious death of Elizabeth, all while trying to piece together the actual events leading up to it. Meanwhile, friends and coworkers are spreading rumors about her behavior and personality, adding to the confusion.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
The possibility of self-inflicted wounds is not ruled out in a case where a woman allegedly took a fatal dose of medication.
32:49 - 42:11 (09:22)
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The possibility of self-inflicted wounds is not ruled out in a case where a woman allegedly took a fatal dose of medication. A thorough investigation including an expanded blood test is necessary to determine the cause of death.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
The importance of gathering all possible information in order to make an accurate conclusion from data, using the example of a damp robe not being tested for substances other than sweat.
42:11 - 47:09 (04:57)
Summary
The importance of gathering all possible information in order to make an accurate conclusion from data, using the example of a damp robe not being tested for substances other than sweat.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
A person shares an anecdote about someone they knew who displayed symptoms of a potential mental illness, including rearranging belongings, making a mess, and purchasing items they couldn't afford.
47:09 - 52:28 (05:19)
Summary
A person shares an anecdote about someone they knew who displayed symptoms of a potential mental illness, including rearranging belongings, making a mess, and purchasing items they couldn't afford. The conversation also touches on the importance of obtaining dashcam footage during a police response.
EpisodeMYSTERIOUS DEATH OF: Elizabeth Santos
PodcastCrime Junkie
Elizabeth Sullivan's death investigation was not thorough enough to determine what was in her system the night she died, leaving many people to feel cheated out of justice.
52:28 - 55:02 (02:33)
Summary
Elizabeth Sullivan's death investigation was not thorough enough to determine what was in her system the night she died, leaving many people to feel cheated out of justice. Help is available for those struggling with mental health concerns.