No Difference
As a child, she didn’t realize any different. The things she saw around her were all she knew, and she assumed every family experienced the same. It seemed normal, even though it wasn’t.
But now, with a clearer understanding, she saw the truth. Her mother was far from the loving figure she had once believed—she was a force of cruelty. It became her mission to uncover the hidden darkness and reveal the secrets, ensuring that the woman who had earned the title of “The Most Evil Mother in America” could no longer escape the consequences of her actions.
Filled With Happiness
Tammy’s early years were filled with happiness. Surrounded by a loving father, a nurturing mother, and five siblings, her family was her greatest treasure. It was the kind of childhood every girl dreams of, full of warmth and connection.
However, that joy was short-lived. Just as Tammy thought life was perfect, tragedy struck. The close-knit family was about to face a heartbreaking loss, and it would affect each of them in ways they never imagined.
The Franklin Family
Tammy was born as the eighth and youngest child in the Franklin family, a joyful addition to an already full house. At the time, everything seemed perfectly ordinary.
Though each of her siblings had different fathers, this never caused any friction. They shared a deep love for the father they had at that time, and that bond was what truly mattered to them.
Last Member Of The Franklins
When Tammy was born, she was the eighth and last member of the sweet Franklin family. And at that point, everything was still normal.
Sure, most of her brothers and sisters had different fathers, but that wasn’t something any of them scoffed at. They loved the dad they had then, and that was all that mattered.
Joy And Affection Joy And Affection
Tammy’s early years were filled with joy and affection. Her father adored her, and her siblings showered her with love, treating her like the princess she was destined to be. She was surrounded by warmth, care, and all the gifts she could dream of, making her childhood seem perfect.
However, when Tammy turned five, everything shifted. The loving environment she once knew began to change, and the world she had grown comfortable in no longer felt the same. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in her life, one where things were no longer as carefree and full of love.
Marked A Turning Point
That year marked a turning point. Tammy’s parents, who once had a peaceful relationship, began to argue constantly, and both of them started to change in ways that were hard to ignore.
Her mother’s drinking escalated, and with it came endless accusations. The home that had once felt like a sanctuary for Tammy was now unrecognizable, and it was clear that things were only going to deteriorate further.
The Familiar Sound
Tammy was in her room one night when the familiar sound of her parents' arguing filled the air. But this time, the argument was different—angrier, louder, with things crashing against the walls. The tension was palpable, and Tammy couldn't ignore it.
Although she couldn’t recall every detail, one moment stood out: her father angrily accusing her mother of infidelity. To Tammy’s shock, her mother didn’t deny it—she confirmed his suspicion. The atmosphere was thick with anger, and then, suddenly, there was a deafening crash that made Tammy freeze in fear.
An Ambulance arrived
An ambulance arrived shortly after, but Tammy never saw her father again. At the time, she was too young to understand what had happened. She simply believed he had left and never returned.
Years later, as Tammy reflected on that night, the truth became clear. The argument had ended in a devastating way—her father had died, and her mother was responsible for his death.
Her Fathers Disappearance
Tammy had hoped that her father’s disappearance would draw their family closer, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the outcome. As the days passed, she realized the loss did more harm than good.
Rather than uniting them, her father’s death shattered their world. The change was profound, and it was the children who felt the brunt of the upheaval. Their lives, once stable, were now in turmoil.
Spiraled
After her father’s death, things spiraled out of control for Tammy and her family. Her mother, overwhelmed by grief, became completely disconnected from reality and struggled to manage anything around her.
The family was confined to a cramped one-bedroom apartment, far too small for seven people. With no structure or care, they went without food, struggled to maintain basic hygiene, and were essentially trapped within the four walls, isolated from the outside world.
Alcoholic With Serious Mental Issues
What Tammy didn’t understand at the time was that her mother was suffering from two conditions. She had severe alcoholism, and over time she had developed some serious mental issues.
But that was just the beginning of her problems. This woman had a long history of violence, and her vicious side was starting to catch up.
That’s When It All Began
Since her husband’s death, Tammy’s mom started spiraling out of control. She was permanently drinking, and she spent more time in bars than in her own home. But there was a problem.
Over the years, her looks had faded, and that was what upset her more than anything else. And she decided to take her rage out on the six children she had all but abandoned.
Her Oldest Brother
It started with her older brother. He had said something to upset their mother, but he had no idea what consequences that would have.
Sadly things didn’t end too well for the young man. He ended up in a forest on the outskirts of town. And in the end, he was nothing more than a John Doe the police still had to identify.
Not A Care In The World
The rest of the children were sad and terrified after what they had seen. But they were so young at the time that they didn’t really understand what was going on.
What they did understand, though, was that their mother didn’t seem to care about what she had done. It was almost as if she had just swot away a fly.
The Girls Grew Up
For a little while, things were quiet. Tammy and her siblings were just going with the blows until something happened that changed everything.
Tammy’s two older sisters were reaching puberty, and that didn’t sit too well with their mother at all. That was when things became even worse than they had been. Their mother was on a warpath, and they were the targets.
It Was A Problem
Tammy’s mother had recently found herself a new boyfriend, and he was very friendly with the children. That was something their mother saw as a threat as they were coming of age.
She had this belief that her daughters were trying to steal her boyfriend, and that was something she wouldn’t stand for. So she got rid of the man and turned her attention to her daughters.
Unbelievable Jealousy
With her jealousy creeping to the surface, Tammy’s mother did the unthinkable. She started turning her children on each other, forcing them to give out the beatings in her stead.
But that was just the beginning of her madness. What she did next would leave every single one of her children scarred for the rest of their lives.
Her Oldest Sister
For two years, Tammy’s mother had her older sister tied up in a sectioned-off corner of the house. For two years, the girl was beaten and mistreated by every single one of her siblings.
And then, one day, the situation just exploded. Tammy’s sister begged for mercy, but she got none. And at the end of that dreadful day, she ended up a few miles away from where her brother was found.
Yet Another Brother
But Tammy’s sister wasn’t the only one who met her end that night. After hearing the girl’s pleas, her brother stood up. He went up against his own mother, and he paid the price for it.
In a drastic turn of events, the youngest of the children saw both of their siblings die. And they were forced to get rid of the bodies.
The Middle Sister
A few weeks later, Tammy’s mother turned her attention to her second-oldest daughter. The middle sister who induced just as much rage as her sister did.
It was her turn to get punished, but her punishment wouldn’t be as short. The girl was forced to use her body for money, and when that became boring, she ended up in a situation similar to the one her sister faced.
The Middle Brother
After three years of seeing his sister suffering at the hands of their cold-hearted mother, Tammy’s middle brother tried to intervene.
It was late one night when he untied his sister and tried to make a run for it. But sadly, his plan ended in tragedy. Neither of them made it out of the house alive.
Scarred For Life
That meant that it was only Tammy who was left. And the poor girl was scarred for life. She had seen her father and every single one of her siblings die at the hands of her mother. And now she was the only one left.
What did that mean for her? Would she get a lucky break? Or was it only a matter of time before she suffered the same fate?
She Was Afraid
Tammy was terrified, and she had every right to be. Whenever her mom came home, she went to hide, and she only came out again when the woman left.
For years that seemed to work, but it wasn’t a life worth living. She was just a child. Yet she had seen more horrific things than most adults could dream of.
Coming Up With A Plan
Tammy knew that. She knew her life was in danger and that it was only a matter of time before she became a victim. But she didn’t want that.
She wanted the life she had when her father was alive, and she would get it. Tammy sat down for hours and thought about how she would escape. She had a basic idea since she had heard her brother and sister discussing it. Now all she needed was the means.
Stealing Some Money
The first thing Tammy had to get her hands on was some money, and she knew exactly where to get it. She waited for her mother to pass out every night, and that was when she acted.
Every time she got a chance, she snuck some money out of her mother’s purse. She was slowly collecting as much as she could, hoping she could get out sooner rather than later.
Only Twelve At The Time
Money was one thing, but Tammy faced another problem. She was only twelve at the time, and without any identification, she wouldn’t get very far.
She needed to come up with a plan and fast. Tammy needed an ID if she wanted to get anywhere, and she couldn’t really take her mother’s. She needed to find something else.
She Found A Key
Trying to find a way out, Tammy started going through her mother’s things. And that was when she found the key she needed.
She found her older sister’s ID card. And it was a perfect fit. She looked just like her sister now, and she could easily pass the age test if push came to shove. Now all she needed was a chance.
It Was Time
The time had come for Tammy to make her move, and she had never been so afraid in her life. She saw what happened to her brother and sister when they tried the same. And she was afraid the same would happen to her.
But she thought the risk was worth the reward, so she packed her backpack and made a run for it.
Her Great Escape
Tammy ran as far as her feet would carry her, and before she knew it, she was in the city. She then started asking about bus stops, and within an hour, she was buying a ticket.
She didn’t care where the bus took her, as long as it was far away from the nightmare she had been living.
Telling Her Story
Years had passed. Tammy had grown into a young woman, and she had made some great friends. It was those friends who informed her that her life was nothing to joke about.
They told her that she needed to reveal what she knew to the police, and that was exactly what she was going to do. There was only one problem. She was speaking to the wrong police department.