What Really Happened To Melissa Thornton?
This new mom thought she had found the love of her life.
By:
Crime Feed Staff
Family members recount Melissa "Missy" Thornton's relationship from the honeymoon phase to its tragic ending. Stream this episode of American Monster on discovery+.
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