Episode Notes

“They could see it sticking out” - In the fall of 2017, Alicia Villegas' little brother Omar Medina suddenly disappears. Cops tell Alicia there’s not enough evidence to open a case, but Alicia begins her own investigation, convinced he is in grave danger. Meanwhile, on the other side of town, a mysterious barrel is found floating in the San Diego Bay. Inside, is something no one is prepared for—something that will only serve to fuel Alicia in her quest to find answers and take down one of the most dangerous men in Chula Vista. - Director, editor & co-writer: Matthew Rice Researcher & co-writer: Tiffany Loxton Voiceover: Will Akana Producer: Salim Sader Assistant editor: Hannah Alicbusan Distribution manager: Kat Gardilcic - - - - Sources: “Body in a Barrel” See No Evil: SNE 9 Productions Inc. / Arrow International Media Limited, 2023. (Saloon Media Inc., Blue Ant Studios, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. & Bell Media Inc.) “Omar and Marena” Killers: Caught On Camera: Back to Back Productions Limited, 2022. (FilmRise) “Omar Medina vs Tim Cook Sentencing. 01062020” R “Foggia Painting” Sanchez, Jan 7, 2020. (YouTube) Man accused in drum body murder arraigned (CBS 8) Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices