20 March
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Coffee and Crime Time: Alejandro Ripley
- tcweekly
- aldo ripley, alejandro ripley, missing persons, patricia ripley, Stephanie harlowe, true crime
- 40 Comments
Intricate Investigation: A Deep Dive into the Case of Alejandro Ripley – Delving into the twisted mind behind the heartless abduction and murder of a young autistic boy, this coffee-fueled journey through the evidence will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice.
@bthomson
In tears now. Wanting to know about the victims is what separates GREAT TC from the rest. Thank you Stephanie for caring! 🙏💐
@michelleg6414
Why do I feel like I hear horrible crimes happen in Miami Dade? I hear a lot from florida and texas. Scary places 😳
@sheagenix5320
This was 3 yrs ago and we sk are going through bad times smh
@guilamoangelable
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS STEPHANIE!!!!
But this is one i couldn’t watch to the end.
My younger brother has autism and
At the time we lived about 7 mins from where alejandro was drowned.
This all happened right in the middle of the pandemic- and she stated that the reason why was because her son could not live survive this new world we lived in.
at the time we were all stressed, but this wasn’t the way to release.
i left him flowers at the little pond at the golf course along w dozens of people in the community.
and whenever i pass by i think about him.
7:08 into the video and i can’t press play.
Thanks for everything you do steph. for giving a voice to those whom have had it taken away.
@thepowerof6six809
I have five boys they are 16, 13, 11, 7, and 5. My youngest has non verbal autistic. He has never met his father. Since he was conceived in rape. I couldn’t imagine our life without him.
@thepowerof6six809
My family claims that they love based on their actions and the things they have done. I know they don’t love me. My friend, Mitzi I knew loved and care about me. Even before she started telling me. Because of the things she has done for me.
@thepowerof6six809
She didn’t love him
@rebeccablossom9823
You did a good job presenting this horrific story.
@rebeccablossom9823
😔
@paulaoppedisano6460
Why didn’t she drown herself instead of her child?
@holdencawffle626
Close eyes
@alison4316
Don't hurt your kids. There are "Safe Places" all over now. Do a smidgen of research. Someone will love your child more than you do. Give them a chance.
@venombanefo7615
My heart breaks for that precious child.
@Healingandchoices
I would have no issue at all leaving a person that killed my child.
@ANDREA-kk2gx
SO FREAKING SAD MAN
@user-fj9pb5or4j
Yes. You have it right!
No more glare on your glasses.
@Witch_Bitch86
I had JUST started bobbin my head to the intro too 😂 love you, Steph.
@donnastewart51
I have a wonderful autistic and mrdd 25 year old son and when you said she said that it was getting to hard to take care of him I almost flipped out. I still have to bathe my son and I wipe his bottom when he needs help and I would NEVER do anything like that. I love my baby boy and I also have a so called normal 27 year old and believe me when I tell you that my son is so much easier for me to take care of. He's literally an angel sent from heaven and I feel blessed to be his mother. I don't understand why people don't ask for help when they are having trouble with their kids. I ask for help when I need it and I have a wonderful family who loves us enough to help me out with my son when I need it. Damn this woman. Sorry for the potty mouth but OMG I'm so mad right now. Thanks for covering this story. People who are struggling need to know how many people who would help and will help if you just ask. This is totally unnecessary 😢
@nenej12
This case has been delayed
@charlesmartinjr3971
I found that the trial was in October of 2022, but I can't seem to find the sentencing . . . at all. Does anyone have any idea how it turned out?
@veroniquecastel9582
Is there as update on this case? Is the murderer in prison for life?
@karenbagwell5616
This makes me so angry! My grandson has Down syndrome and he is the most precious gift we have ever received! I would have taken this sweet child. She should have done to her what she so callously did to that sweet baby!
@KELLS767
I have 3 children 2 which have autism and its tough. During lockdown I also was a single mum for a while as my husband unfortunately got sectioned twice for his mentalhealth. He is now fine. My youngest at the time was the hardest especially when he has a meltdown. Not once has this thought come into my mind. I get asked all the time if I would change that my 2 children and I say no as it makes life unexpected as you never know what mood they are gonna be in. Now in 2023 I have 3 children and both my autistic children love and adore their baby brother. My oldest is now in year 9 and the middle one is in his last year of primary school x
@kimbatten6490
I'm watching this 2+ years after uploading. As the mother of an autistic child I can 100% relate to what she was feeling during lockdown. It was unbearable for my child. Routine was changed and he couldn't understand why or what the reasons where for not being able to do things. Services for assistance became non existent. I'll be 10000% honest there were days were I didn't know how I would get through the day. But I reached out on Facebook and found other parents who were going through the same struggles. Together we shared tips and tricks, we laughed, we cried, we vetted our frustrations and we got through it together.
BUT in saying all that there wasn't 1 day I wished harm on my child. NOT 1! I could never and would never wish that and could never imagine doing anything
@janieralston8038
I can see myself hurting myself but never I hope hurting my child!!♥️
@Mamamoonaluna
😢 I have a toddler autistic son and it breaks my heart . It’s hard sometimes and gets overwhelming she could have asked for help , could have educated herself on how to help autistic children it’s beyond heartbreaking 💔 how could she feel like death is the answer I hope he’s a peace
@ashlieh5412
This is exactly what I mean when I tell people ableism is dangerous.
@beverengel2250
He was in denial.
@TW71379
I am a special needs mother and I can reassure you, that you are RIGHT to believe there is no excuse in the world to kill your child.
@londynhlangulela9173
Yup! always blame it on us🤢🤢🤢😡😡😡😡😡 you killed YOUR child, but you find it ok to blame a black person, Disgusting, the husband is dilusional
@brendaoconnor2427
As someone who has a disability, I find it so disgusting as depressing that his mom decided that his life was not worth living. All too often, disabled people are seen with pity because we are different. So many people think that because we are different and we struggle with certain things that we should not exist. The lives of disabled people are just as rich and deep as the lives on non-disabled people. We are whole human beings who experience the same emotions and sensations as everyone else. Our lives are worth living. We deserve to live full and long lives.
@rhifunke6664
I’ve watched all your videos (pretty much) and this is the first that made me break down. Idk what that says about me as a person that I hadn’t been emotional since this, but this one physically hurt my heart.
@carriematthews9413
As a mom of an autistic son who also has ADHD, I would do absolutely everything for my son! I’d never do anything to hurt him or anything to hurt him no matter how hard it gets!!!!!!!
@kaceyross8955
4:40 I freeking adore you Stephanie <3
@lonerebeI
What an evil monster smh. Poor baby. Thank you Stephanie 🙏🏽
@kimberlygoodnight4776
New subscriber. You have such a good understanding non judging heart. Refreshing!❤️
@jeffkilbourne
I work with the facility where we provide care for the kids like this. I personally worked with a nonverbal autistic with brain injury. They can communicate in their way. And it’s not that difficult when you pay attention to what they want and really take time to listen. They’re as normal as you and I. It’s selfish on her part who pushed her son into the water. Because she couldn’t take it anymore. Honestly I would love to have my hands around her throat. Because the kid that I took care of was abused when he was with his parents and grandparents. His grandparents kept him in a dog kennel. The story breaks my heart. If anyone who reads this is in desperate need of help in taking care of any child. Please please look there is places that will help you. They will take some of the stress off of you. These kids are here on earth as a gift from God. Trust me take time to get to know them and you’ll see what I’m talking about. Thank you so much for bringing the story to your channel
@clairec6618
I work with autistic kids – verbal and nonvarbal. This makes me sick. Thinking of any one of them in this situation is terrifying.
@charlotteabshire9852
I don't see how a woman can carry a child for over 9 months go through the pain from labor just to kill them
@jazskull7257
🖤🖤🖤