In 2006, the entertainment world was shocked when actress and filmmaker Adrienne Shelly was found dead in her New York apartment. What initially seemed like a suicide soon turned into one of Hollywood’s most disturbing murder cases.
On November 1, 2006, Shelly was discovered hanging from a shower rod in her apartment, leading authorities to initially rule her death as a suicide.
Known for her starring role in and her work as a director, Shelly had a promising future ahead. Friends, family, and fans were left devastated, but something wasn’t right about the scene.
Investigators soon discovered clues that changed the direction of the case.
A footprint on the toilet lid and other signs of a struggle pointed toward foul play. Authorities quickly shifted their investigation toward a more sinister explanation: Adrienne Shelly had been murdered.
The investigation led police to a shocking conclusion—Shelly had been killed by a construction worker named Diego Pillco.
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