Chris Watts, now serving life in prison without parole, admitted to the horrifying murders of his wife, Shan’ann, and their two young daughters, Bella and Celeste. His chilling story has captured the nation's attention, and now, a new documentary brings to light the harrowing details of this tragedy.
REELZ Presents: Capturing Chris Watts
The REELZ documentary, Capturing Chris Watts, dives deep into the disturbing events surrounding the triple murder that shocked the nation. Through exclusive footage from the investigation, this film reveals Chris’ descent into darkness, exploring the motivations behind his actions, the sequence of events that unfolded, and the moment he finally confessed to law enforcement. It’s a story that will leave viewers both heartbroken and deeply disturbed.
The Public Face of Grief
It all began just hours after Shan’ann, Bella, and Celeste were reported missing. At 34 years old, Chris appeared on multiple live interviews, portraying himself as a grieving husband and father. On camera, he cried, seemingly devastated by the disappearance of his family. However, as the investigation progressed and evidence mounted against him, Chris's facade crumbled. When confronted with undeniable proof, he could no longer deny his involvement in their deaths.
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The Evidence That Changed Everything
After investigators uncovered footage of Chris loading the bodies of his family members onto his truck, he was brought in for questioning. It was during this intense interrogation that Chris ultimately confessed to the murders. His chilling confession revealed the horrifying details of what had transpired on that fateful day.
A Tragic Day Unfolded
Chris recounted that on August 13, 2018, he woke up consumed by anger. In a fit of rage, he killed his pregnant wife, Shan’ann, who was 34 years old and expecting their son, Nico. She didn’t fight back, and he proceeded to bury her body in a shallow grave. Following this, Chris drove his daughters, Bella, 4, and Celeste, 3, to an oil field where he worked. Upon arrival, he killed them in the car and disposed of their bodies in oil tanks, sealing their tragic fate.
The Justice System Steps In
On November 6, 2018, Chris pleaded guilty to five counts of first-degree murder as part of a plea deal, which removed the possibility of the death penalty from his sentencing. He was handed down five life sentences without the possibility of parole, with three to be served consecutively and two concurrently. This decision ensured that Chris would spend the rest of his life behind bars, paying for his heinous crimes.
Unveiling the Truth: The REELZ Documentary
The REELZ documentary includes over 200 hours of previously unseen police bodycam footage and surveillance footage from security cameras around the Watts’ Colorado home. It also features clips from Chris’s interviews, his confessions, and a failed lie detector test he took before his sentencing. These elements come together to paint a comprehensive picture of the investigation and the chilling truths it uncovered.
When to Watch
Capturing Chris Watts airs Sunday, September 15th, at 8 ET / PT on REELZ. Don’t miss this powerful documentary that delves deep into one of the most shocking crimes of our time.
