Jenean Chapman was a successful, ambitious woman on the verge of launching her own business when her life was tragically cut short by her husband, James Michael Patrick. But could this have been prevented? In this episode of Behind the Crime, we break down the red flags that were missed, the system failures that left Jenean vulnerable, and the psychological manipulation that kept her trapped.
We’ll explore:
🔹 The warning signs of abuse and how gaslighting keeps victims in dangerous situations
🔹 James Michael Patrick’s history of violence—and why it wasn’t flagged sooner
🔹 Why restraining orders aren’t always enough and what real protection looks like
🔹 The growing dangers of the manosphere and incel culture—and what women need to be aware of
🔹 How we can push for real change to protect future victims
This isn’t just another true crime case—it’s a wake-up call. Listen in, stay informed, and let’s talk about what really needs to change.

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