Found Deceased CO - Shanann Watts (34), Celeste"Cece" (3) and Bella (4), Frederick, 13 Aug 2018 *CW GUILTY* #48

[Gardenista]

Welp, @gitana1 nailed it on her predictions about what his mom would be like. I literally watched the interviews and LMAO.

 

[BrownRice]

Exclusive: Parents of Chris Watts speak out after his murder plea deal

I was getting confused with the different interviews. I thought they were all the same.

WOW. <modsnip - unnecessary comment>To degrade their daughter in law. Murdered by their son. And never even express any emotion for their grandchildren.

As if Shannan’s parents need more grief.

Shanann's parents, Frank and Sandra Rzucek, issued the following statement about their daughter's relationship with Chris:

“Shannan Watts was a faithful wife, and the most gentle and loving mother in the world to her children Bella, Celeste, and Nico. She was also the best daughter any parent could ever hope for. Shanann was a wonderful soul.

Everyone who knew Shanann knows this to be true. Even Chris Watts knows this to be true. Yet Chris Watts still chose to murder Shanann, Bella, Celeste, and Nico. Chris Watts still chose to dump the bodies of his own family in oil tanks. And Chris Watts still chose to lie about it until he could lie no more. He pled guilty to murdering his family because he is guilty.

Monday evening, the parents of Chris Watts gave an interview in which they attempted to defend their son. In doing so, they felt the need to make vicious, grotesque and utterly false statements about Shanann. Their false statements, however hurtful and inaccurate, will never alter the truth about Shanann, and will never alter the truth about the crimes committed by their son, Chris Watts.

Shanann's memory and reputation deserves to be protected. And her family is fully prepared to do so. “

 

[katydid23]

I wonder if they knew about the affair when Shanann was still alive?

I am going to say YES, because the VI, who was a long time family friend, initially admitted that she knew about the affair from the start.

She did try and walk it back a few days later, but I believe her first statement was the correct one.

 

[RachB65]

Appears to me that this is the only one of the three interviews where they asked for their faces not to be shown. Coincidentally, it is the only one that is local to them. If they believe in their son, why are they hiding their faces from their community?

Delete. I didn't realize the interview was in NC

 

[BrownRice]

Delete. I didn't realize the interview was in NC

That’s what I thought. It’s confusing. Someone said there are in fact 3 interviews. 2 in CO and one in NC. I’ve only seen 2. One in CO and one in NC. If you didn’t see the NC one click on my link above.

I am outraged and disgusted.

 

[Loveallmyhorsesdogsandcats]

If it's from his supporters than I believe it's wishful thinking by his loved ones who are possibly trying to hire outside counsel and delusionally think they can successfully withdraw the plea because CW is innocent, of course.

Yep, still beating that drum

 

[Loveallmyhorsesdogsandcats]

Exclusive: Parents of Chris Watts speak out after his murder plea deal

I was getting confused with the different interviews. I thought they were all the same.

WOW. <modsnip - unnecessary comment>To degrade their daughter in law. Murdered by their son. And never even express any emotion for their grandchildren.

As if Shannan’s parents need more grief.

Shanann's parents, Frank and Sandra Rzucek, issued the following statement about their daughter's relationship with Chris:

“Shannan Watts was a faithful wife, and the most gentle and loving mother in the world to her children Bella, Celeste, and Nico. She was also the best daughter any parent could ever hope for. Shanann was a wonderful soul.

Everyone who knew Shanann knows this to be true. Even Chris Watts knows this to be true. Yet Chris Watts still chose to murder Shanann, Bella, Celeste, and Nico. Chris Watts still chose to dump the bodies of his own family in oil tanks. And Chris Watts still chose to lie about it until he could lie no more. He pled guilty to murdering his family because he is guilty.

Monday evening, the parents of Chris Watts gave an interview in which they attempted to defend their son. In doing so, they felt the need to make vicious, grotesque and utterly false statements about Shanann. Their false statements, however hurtful and inaccurate, will never alter the truth about Shanann, and will never alter the truth about the crimes committed by their son, Chris Watts.

Shanann's memory and reputation deserves to be protected. And her family is fully prepared to do so. “

Wow, smh, the lack of grief for their grandchildren. I understand not being able to wrap your head around your son killing his whole family but to express it this way is just sad and deepening the wound of this horrid case even more.

 

[RachB65]

I agree with you Mitch, that CW's parents probably can justify the affair, as CW no longer loved his wife.
As they state, CW was to leave HER.
I am wondering how bad things were for SW, due to CW's parents, over the years.
They certainly did not approve of her.
We will probably hear more details once sentencing has been completed.

hmm then I suppose his parents should have discussed and/or advised their precious boy that perhaps he shouldn't have gotten his wife pregnant again if she was abusive and "he didn't love her no more".

 

[Loveallmyhorsesdogsandcats]

I think he simply did not love them a single bit.

Agree, he viewed them as objectsand when he was done with them he got rid of them.

 

[Loveallmyhorsesdogsandcats]

I think it will do the opposite, unfortunately. The people still supporting him seem delusional. Fanatical.

That is an understatement, they have made his case personal for some reason, it is so bizarre.

 

[Tigerlily75]

Wow, I just saw.

The only consolation is I think they’re going to find out a lot more than they bargained for on or after the 19th.

Hello, he was the one having an affair. That alone has been a “trigger” for many wife and baby killers.

 

[Tortoise]

Unlike some, I do not think this is a normal healthy reaction by a mother (and father) to the situation. I do not think it is how most parents would think or react were they in the same boat. I think it serves to confirm the very same stuff that was being discussed on the most recent WS radio podcast - about the typical FA's 'roots'. Not wanting to believe the horror of it is understandable, not believing the horror of it or being willing to even contemplate that it may be true, is not a reasonable, healthy response IMO.

I read their words with my mouth open.

Quote "I just want him to fight. I don’t want him to take this plea deal. I want him to plea not guilty to the children.”

Cue open mouth. I WANT; what her son wants is irrelevant. She is No.1 here and CW must have forgotten. Also, where does killing his unborn son, their unborn grandson, feature in that last part?

Quote "And he said, ‘I am so sorry. I ruined your life; I ruined my life,’ Mrs. Watts said."

Ahhem. They obviously think there is nothing wrong with him being sorry for them and himself, and not completely wrecked and wracked with guilt and remorse over taking Shan'ann's life. Shan'ann must be yesterday's news. Out with the trash.

Quote "If he’s not going to fight, I’m going to fight for him.”

Yes, I see you now Mrs W. He doesn't really exist at all. It's your fight. This is enmeshment. This is a grown man who maybe now for the first time ever is facing up to who he is. He needs to be kept well away from them before sentencing and I think his lawyer is to be commended for what she did. I am very intrigued as to her (the lawyer's) training or preparation or coaching as regards the family dynamics. Maybe there wasn't any and CW said I can't face her, please handle it for me.

Chris Watts' parents break their silence after son's guilty plea in murder of wife, daughters

MOO

 

[Tigerlily75]

This case has made me so angry. I am not the least bit surprised at his parents interview. I had a feeling the apple didn’t fall far from the tree. I see people worried about their reputation more than caring about 3 precious babies or a dead woman. That family never liked SW (they wouldn’t have liked anyone CW chose) and now they can’t let SW “win” with all of the love and sympathy she is receiving. They want to “win” so they will continue to blame her even once it’s proven they are wrong.

However, while his supporters continue to make us angry, we have to realize they are a small percentage of people who feel that way in the grand scheme of this case. They may be loud and repetitive but they are just a small group. Most people realize what a monster he is and are appalled at their mud slinging. While we see the meaness everyday on SM (in this case and just in general), most people in this world are good, kind, smart and logical. I have to remind myself of this often but I do believe it.

I agree. That group is loud but SMALL. The truth is the truth and nothing they say can change that.

And as someone else here said, those voices will fade as time goes on and CW will be known and remembered for exactly what he is - a killer.

My ex is narcissist and his mother is exactly the same. I know exactly what it must have been like for Shan’ann. No wonder she wanted to get away from North Carolina.

Interestingly, my phone just added the apostrophe in SW’s name by itself, even though I’ve never once typed it like that before!

 

[smucklecrumble]

I know we can all speculate as to what prompted the plea agreement from CW, but I think it boils down to control. Had he proceeded to go to trial he would have no control over everything coming out or the proceedings either. I think it’s just another manipulation of his, in that by offering a plea deal, he is ending this circus so to speak.

 

[Loveallmyhorsesdogsandcats]

Welp, @gitana1 nailed it on her predictions about what his mom would be like. I literally watched the interviews and LMAO.

Yes she did, she is very sharp to say the least

 

[CocoChanel]

Oh dear, I just read the interview with CW’s parents and all I can think is WHY WHY WHY would they sink to such a level by saying the things they did. I respect that they love their son no matter what, but dear Lord did no one advise them about what to say in public no matter what they were thinking or feeling in private? The backlash is going to be brutal I fear. You can love your child and “fight” for him as they apparently want to do, but attacking the victim to give the admitted killer a justification for his inhuman crime is beyond the pale. Someone should have stopped them. The fallout from this.....no words.

 

[Gardenista]

Here's the bottom line:

'Not a monster': Chris Watts' parents defend son who murdered family

They are hoping someone else might step up to defend Chris.

 

[CocoChanel]

Unlike some, I do not think this is a normal healthy reaction by a mother (and father) to the situation. I do not think it is how most parents would think or react were they in the same boat. I think it serves to confirm the very same stuff that was being discussed on the most recent WS radio podcast - about the typical FA's 'roots'. Not wanting to believe the horror of it is understandable, not believing the horror of it or being willing to even contemplate that it may be true, is not a reasonable, healthy response IMO.

I read their words with my mouth open.

Quote "I just want him to fight. I don’t want him to take this plea deal. I want him to plea not guilty to the children.”

Cue open mouth. I WANT; what her son wants is irrelevant. She is No.1 here and CW must have forgotten. Also, where does killing his unborn son, their unborn grandson, feature in that last part?

Quote "And he said, ‘I am so sorry. I ruined your life; I ruined my life,’ Mrs. Watts said."

Ahhem. They obviously think there is nothing wrong with him being sorry for them and himself, and not completely wrecked and wracked with guilt and remorse over taking Shan'ann's life. Shan'ann must be yesterday's news. Out with the trash.

Quote "If he’s not going to fight, I’m going to fight for him.”

Yes, I see you now Mrs W. He doesn't really exist at all. It's your fight. This is enmeshment. This is a grown man who maybe now for the first time ever is facing up to who he is. He needs to be kept well away from them before sentencing and I think his lawyer is to be commended for what she did. I am very intrigued as to her (the lawyer's) training or preparation or coaching as regards the family dynamics. Maybe there wasn't any and CW said I can't face her, please handle it for me.

Chris Watts' parents break their silence after son's guilty plea in murder of wife, daughters

MOO

This was an excellent analysis Tortoise.
I would add this quote from CW’s mom, Mrs. W:

"It was a very hard relationship (with Shanann) as far as I'm concerned. I couldn't do anything right."

There is the “I” again. The poor me it’s all about me syndrome. Implied meaning is: of course this happened. SW was mean to me. Not saying that is true, but even if it was it has NO BEARING on this horrendous crime. Narcissists often come from narcissistic parents. It is well studied. I think we now see this even more clearly in this gut-wrenching case..

 

[Loveallmyhorsesdogsandcats]

Just saw the Skype interview his mother did. If they have not been able to talk to their son that is because their son does not want to talk to them.

 

[Melsworld]

@Melsworld Here is the link to the plea

https://www.courts.state.co.us/userfiles/file/Court_Probation/19th_Judicial_District/caseofinterest/2018CR2003/Written Waiver and Guilty Plea.pdf

Thank you Dixie.