The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez(2020)

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1 Seasons

DocumentaryCrime

"A tragedy that outraged a community. A failure that shocked the system."

Overview

A boy’s brutal murder and the public trials of his guardians and social workers prompt questions about the system’s protection of vulnerable children.

Created By: Brian Knappenberger

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Ep 1

A Shock to the System

Dark details of Gabriel's story come to light as a shadowy source from inside the DCFS suggests that his case wasn't handled properly.

26/02/202047 min

Ep 2

Evil in this Courtroom

With hundreds of witnesses and thousands of documents, the trial of Isauro Aguirre begins — with Deputy DA Jonathan Hatami seeking the death penalty.

26/02/202053 min

Ep 3

Failure at All Levels

Focus shifts to Gabriel's mother, Pearl, and the role she may have played in his death. Gabriel's teacher recounts a series of calls to child services.

26/02/202063 min

Ep 4

Death Has Got Him by the Hand

At Isauro's trial, a former security guard details his attempts to help Gabriel that hit a dead end with social services and the sheriff's department.

26/02/202056 min

Ep 5

Improper Regard or Indifference

The social workers fight to clear their names in court. Later, with the cameras turned off, Gabriel's siblings take the stand and give graphic testimony.

26/02/202051 min