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Crystal Esch

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the summer of 2020, the community of Broken Bow, Nebraska, was shaken by the tragic death of Crystal Esch, a 62-year-old Caucasian woman known for her kindness and love for her family. On July 11, 2020, Crystal passed away in her home, but the circumstances surrounding her death were far from peaceful. Her life was cut short in an act of violence that stemmed from a long history of domestic turmoil.

For a decade, Crystal had endured harassment from her stepson, Trent Esch. The situatio ...Read More
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  • https://www.knopnews2.com/2020/07/12/broken-bow-reels-from-saturday-shooting-man-arrested-for-killing-stepmom/
  • Crystal Esch Obituary 2020 - Govier Brothers Mortuary & Crematory
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    Victim Details

    Crystal Esch

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Broken Bow

    NE

    2020-07-11

    62

    Crystal

    Esch

    Yes

    11/23/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I've been thinking a lot about the fact that Crystal's grandchildren were present during the horribl... ...Read More
    07/13/2023
    It's haunting to think about how Crystal's own compassionate nature might have played a part in such... ...Read More
    06/04/2023
    I've been following the case of Crystal "Cris" Esch, and one aspect that absolutely breaks my heart ... ...Read More
    05/01/2023
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