But the plea was rejected. But despite how much the comments hurt, they only served to deepen Bernadettes resolve to make Kirsten like her. Yes, cult film "Death Of A Cheerleader" is based on a true crime story and Lifetime is now releasing a remake of the Tori Spelling classic, which is good news for anyone who missed the film the first time around. So maybe, that lesson had been learned. Incidentally, if you type Bernadettes name into Wikipedia, you are automatically directed to Kirsten Costas page. Curious Nov 29, 2016 at 7:54 am. Peter et Kirsten Costas ont tous deux eu Orinda, en Californie, comme maison d'enfance. Protti had been jealous of Costas, who was the daughter of affluent parents and very popular at Miramonte High School. Bernadette was smart but had no idea that Kirsten wouldnt be interested. By this time, they had reached the town of Moraga. Believing that a friendship with rich and pretty Kelly Locke (Sarah Dugdale), leader of the schools most prestigious clique, will get her all that she desires, Bridget tries to forge a friendship with her. The knife just like the car itself was her sisters, and her sister often cut vegetable for lunch during work. The defence wasnt disputing that Bernadette had killed Kirsten; they were only arguing that it wasnt her intention to do so when she had set up the meeting. Palmer said the Moraga citizen who Costas asked for a ride obliged and drove Costas home, but he told authorities later that there was a strange car following them. Hear about the real crime that Alexey's favorite Lifetime movie is based off, as well as a tasting from a delightful coffee birthday gift! Bernadette Protti is an Italian American teenager born on September 20, 1968, changes her name often, who killed Kirsten Costas with a butcher knife out of jealously. But she was just 15 and had her whole life in front of her. viewed 15 April 2017, Death of a Cheerleader Well, thats what Bernadette said happened. D.M. Kirsten would surely tell everyone how weird Bernadette was. She was 16 not 6. Sure, Miramonte is competitive but all the excuse making for Bernadette is ridiculous. Her mother, Elaine Protti, was a homemaker, while her father was a retired public works officer. After that, Bridget fled from California to Oklahoma and officially changed her name to Jeannette Butler. Bernadette didnt want Kirsten to expose and embarrass her? People have feelings to. View Source Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Memorials Region North America Why are people so dumbfounded that Bernadette got 9 years. The comment above should be ignored. According toPalmer, Bernadette was acting strange and Kirsten was frightened and wanted out of the car.. She needs help and if she didnt get any, she is still a threat to society. Her classmate Bernadette Protti murdered Kirsten Costas in 1984, a cheerleader and multi-talented popular adolescent from Miramonte High School in California. While Costas made the cheerleading team, Protti didn't. viewed 15 April 2017, People.com In a Deadly Explosion of Teenage Unhappiness, One Life Is Cut Short, Another Blighted by Murder 30 years ago, 15-year-old Costas waslured by a fake invitation for the Bob-O-Links service group dinner. Kristen was also killed in June 1984 by Bernadette Protti, her American high school classmate. It wasnt long into the trip that Kirsten realised that the dinner shed been told about was not an actual thing. Bernadette watched as Kirsten took all the success Bernadette believed. http://murderpedia.org/female.P/p/protti-bernadette.htm The profile indicated the perpetrator would have been a female about the same age as Kirsten who was known to her. "The things that got me mad was it hurt and I couldn't change like looks or money or popularity or things.". Bridget Moretti, also known as Bernadette Protti (a murderer of Kirsten Costas), is a well-known character. She said she would collect Kirsten from the house at 6 pm. After the guilty verdict, the students of Miramonte High decided Nancy was worthy of their friendship again. Later they came crawling like little bitches asking her for forgiveness. . Kirsten said she was out with a friend, but that her friend had gotten weird on her. Born in 1968, she has lived half of her life as of now and is proceeding with a phony character to avoid her past and the misery that can bring into her life. Get real, according to reports by FBI who found out the truth Bernadette wanted to befriend Kirstin who in turn did not like her aggressive behavior. It starred Tori Spelling and Kellie Martin, along with several other actors who will have you saying, Where have I see that person before? and typing furiously into Google. Bernadette was jealous of Kirsten especially after Kirsten got into the cheerleading squad and a spot on the yearbook committee (Mrs. Palmer was wrong on that. You know, I am sad for Kirstins parents. I was dumbfounded that she got 9 years. But Bernadette did all of this lying to impress Kirsten, the girl whom she simultaneously hated and admired. Kirstens murder was NOT premeditated! She cant come to her Hometown without someone seeing her and remembering her, or go around chikdhood friends anymore, so how could Kirsten of made it worse than it is for her today? Your email address will not be published. What happened in that car to cause Kirsten to leave? She paid her dues to the court system and I am sure she is now and always will for the remainder of her life. On 1st April 1985, Bernadette was sentenced. I just really have always wanted to know what getting weird meant. Unfortunately, Bernadette obviously had trouble controlling her anger and impulsivity. Bernadette handed her mother a letter, but told her to wait half an hour before reading it. An affluent varsity cheerleader stabbed to death by her less-popular classmate in a fit of rage and jealousy? Jenna Jul 13, 2016 at 7:16 pm. Trivia. Well Bernadette took a life, Kirsten was Stuck up, but no Bully at all. Anonymous Dec 13, 2019 at 12:47 pm. Feb 19, 2020 at 11:20 pm. Why did Bernadette even setup the fake Bobbies meeting to begin with??? I hope she suffers. viewed 15 April 2017, Inquisitr.com Bernadette Protti, Kirsten Costas: Cheerleader Murder On IDs 1980s The Deadliest Decade, Plus The Obsession With Finding Bernadette Protti If Kirstens friends wanted thier names told they would not of Altered them on 1980s Deadliest Decade, and changed thier Photo. The popular cheerleader was on her way to the fictitious dinner with Protti. Bernadette Protti had been charged with first-degree murder in the June 23 slaying of 15-year-old Kirsten Costas. She had a habit of looking at the people around her and comparing her own life to what she saw from the outside. Dont think so, Like I said, everyone would of grown up( including Kirsten) and it would of blown over long before now, and Bernadette would of been able to last it out. The Costa family settled in Hawaii, which included the mother, the fatherBeritand Kirsten's brother, Peter, after being left discouraged by the flakey judiciary. It was definitely a tragedy. Isaiah 43:19 Palmer recalls that Costas and Protti were in Moraga when Costas got out of the car. Protti followed her, jumped out of a car and stabbed Costas five times on the front porch of . Required fields are marked *, Student Sep 4, 2022 at 12:51 am. ); Bernadette served her time and was released. Why did Bernadette murder Kirsten, probably because she has deep mental issues that I hope she got help for while incarcerated. She was ordered to remain in custody on a murder charge, said Deputy. Palmer also recalled the presentation of the physical evidence. literally. Anonymous Sep 16, 2018 at 12:47 pm, It doesnt matter if Kirsten was mean or not. If anything, from other peoples accounts. Here's what to know before you settle on the couch with some popcorn. Your brain might not be fully developed until age 25, but sadly I dont believe that a shitty personality at 15 will suddenly become a kind personality at 25. No one wanted their absence to be noted by others, for fear they would be connected to the crime. And I believe had children, not sure how many to be exact. Your donation will support the student journalists of Campolindo High School's The Claw. Your contribution will allow us to produce more issues and cover our annual website hosting costs. Well, if shes now married with several children, she probably isnt gay and never was. Oxygen Insider is your all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! The following morning, a cold, blustery day, Bernadette gave her mother a letter and asked her not to open it for half an hour. Her jealousy was the opener to the murder and all she had to do was throw that anger into that 18 inch knife and there you have ita dead 15 year old Northern California girl. Mysterygrandma Jul 24, 2021 at 5:55 pm. Bernadette went to school. Background: The daughter of affluent parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, Kirsten and her brother, Peter, grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, California. Costas, a Miramonte cheerleader, was murdered by fellow student Bernadette Protti in June of 1984. Palmer said, I was afraid to let [my daughter] go anywhere. Palmer said, Rene [the neighbor] and Kirsten were really close. However, the neighbor failed to respond when Costas signaled for help. You all need to get your shit together, and move on with your lives. Lots of teen girls are,:majority of teen girls are Snooty, but dont mean they deserve to die. Unfortunately for Bernadette, that isnt how life works. Finally, that quick phone call was made to the Weems family. Bernadette was a minor and the judge gave a sentence that he/she, at the time, saw fit for a minor who just made a bad decision on that horrible night. In addition, Kristen was a high school student from the United States who was murdered in June 1984 by Bernadette Protti, a classmate. tiffany-300.jpg /. She was given birth in a luxurious home by her parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, and she had a brother named Peter who was raised in the unremarkable suburb of Orinda in the state of California. @OfficialBPeters. I feel for the Costa family. I have often wondered what has happened to Bernadette, did she ever have children and if she did had she told them what she had done? The movie is based on the 1985 murder of Michele "Missy" Avila of Arleta, California, who drove off with her best friend, Karen . Especially when you served the punishment that the courts deemed appropriate for you. And now everyone was going to find out how weird she really was. Why dont we just ask Bernadette herself. What about now, dont think shes not exposed and embarrassed. Coverage of the latest true crime stories and famous cases explained, as well as the best TV shows, movies and podcasts in the genre. He told me his mom heard the shrieks from Kirsten as she staggered across the street tot he Hill residence, where she collapsed and died upon opening of the front door. Kirsten Costas, a 15-year-old teen living in the small suburban California town of Orinda, was stabbed to death by her classmate Bernadette Protti, then also 15, on June 23, 1984. As such, Bernadette and Kirsten were often vying for places within the same teams. Or do you have too much material garbage stuck up your asses. Kate Ginley is a sophomore and the opinion editor for La Puma. Even drunk DUI they dont mean to kill, but they did, yes, they have to live with it to, but a Senseless Murder is Unacceptable. Her house was larger and bigger than Kirstens. 2 talking about this. When girls like Costas torment/bully girls like Bernadette, the tormented can just flip. Kirsten shouldve been grateful that someone went through all of this trouble just to get close to her. We only have opinions. So stop making up shit. By all accounts, 16-year-old. Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. It was a crime of passion!!!! Sure Bernadette had fit the description, right down to the Pinto. So it seems not to be escaping from her. Bernadette Protti was sentenced to a maximum of 9-years, but was released 7-years later on parole. There is just so many questions I would love to have answers to. A Killer Among Friends. Costas' parents vehemently opposed Protti's release. Kirsten was like a puppy. When Costas could not reach her parents by telephone, Alex Arnold drove her home, noticing that a pinto- Protti family's car-was following them. Time in 30s the game is over and we change who we are. Kirstens big ego shouldve been sufficiently stroked that night knowing someone thought she was so perfect and amazing. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Critically injured, Kirsten was transported to hospital. Also does she think about what she done still or has blocked it out of her mind, can she sleep at night knowing the hurt she put another family through also her family as well. Small sentences were the way it was in the mud 20th century. I doubt highly people in Orinda will forgive Bernadette, especially Kirstens friends, just cause a few didnt like Kirsten, dont mean they whole town didnt like her. Mother Elaine was a homemaker, who read her bible with a stop watch. Yeah, she did wrong. Bernadette and Kirsten both tried out for cheerleader; Kirsten was offered a place, Bernadette was not. Bridget Moretti Histoire Vraie; Le 23 juillet 1968, la lycenne amricaine Kirsten Marina Costas dcde. She has since reportedly changed her name. Me Aug 27, 2021 at 4:18 pm. The daughter of affluent parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, she and her brother, Peter, grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, Californi Im not saying she didnt talk mean to some people, everyone does, no excuse for Murder. .hide-if-no-js { Meanwhile, Costas' parents vehemently opposed Protti's release. Worry about your own actions. http://people.com/archive/in-a-deadly-explosion-of-teenage-unhappiness-one-life-is-cut-short-another-blighted-by-murder-vol-23-no-19/ While in custody Bernadette graduated from high school, earned a bachelors degree in nursing and has been writing nursing text books. Kirsten made a start towards her house, but seemed to then change her mind and started walking towards where Bernadette was parked. Sharon Palmers daughter was a lot like Kirsten a funny person and Confident, and likeable. I feel for both families no winners here. [3] Bernadette had known that Kirsten was away. This article is consistent with newspapers at the time of Bernadette Protti/Jeannette Tomankas trial. In the end she will answer to GOD regardless. If you lived in Orinda, there was competition to be the best. That night, Bernadette told her mother they needed to talk, but Elaine Protti said she was tired. Idiots!!! The daughter of affluent parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, Kirsten and her brother, Peter, grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, California. I just have this feeling, Palmers daughter told Palmer. The movie The Death of a Cheerleader, based on the events of Costas murder, presented Protti as jealous of Costas. Kirsten had been a member of the yearbook committee and a cheerleader. What you were in School doesnt reflect who you are Decades later. }, She also . People change and grow up, get jobs,families and have Children to raise and even Grandkids, so we dont have the time for the High School Drama anymore. She spoke with Berit Costas, Kirstens mother, telling her that there was a dinner being held in honour of the newly-initiated Bobbies the following Saturday. She took all the things I wanted! And thats why she killed Kirsten.. distant jealousy and anger. The knife caught Kirsten twice in the stomach, then in her hand as Kirsten raised her arm to protect her body. The case of Bernadette Protti, the teen who murdered her classmate cheerleader Kirsten Costas in 1985, will be the next crime story to air on Investigation Discovery's The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade. Bernadette had been there. But would I go kill a person for taking all the stuff i wanted even if I ever tried hard? I just wish Bernadette would come clean and public about it all. Unlike her classmate, Bernadette came from an overtaxed family, the youngest of six children. They need thier Privacy. ' Palmer said. Bernadette took her life. Kirsten struggled in math class and even the teacher would roll his eyes at questions she asked. The daughter of affluent parents, Arthur and Berit Costas, she and her brother, Peter, grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, California. http://articles.latimes.com/1985-03-14/news/mn-26586_1_bernadette-protti Kirsten staggered to the front door of the neighbours house and banged on the door. She was born into a devout catholic family, the youngest of six children. It was on a ski trip that Bernadette became the most keenly aware that she had not been truly accepted despite her inclusion as a Bobbie. Nancy had once been part of the group Kirsten hung with. Protti sat behind her in English and Palmers daughter noticed Protti was acting weird. Her car matched the description of what the Moraga man had told the police as well. She didnt care about the consequences morally. Sign up forOxygen Insiderfor all the best true crime content. The only people who defended her actions about belittling people were people who were in her social, mean club! How could anyone when this adorable, girl that everyone loved, got stabbed? Palmer explained that kids went out in groups, slept with lights on or even slept in their parents room as a result of the unsolved crime. Both girls attended Miramonte High School in Orinda, California. 2023 Campolindo High School along with the Acalanes Union High School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. Arthur Hillman cradled her head and yelled for his son to call 911. Again, her attire told Kirsten otherwise. The time she spent incarcerated is just not enough. 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CAMPOLINDO HIGH SCHOOL 300 MORAGA ROAD MORAGA CA, Kate Ginley, Staff WriterOctober 14, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g61Ud0qeE, Bernadette Protti documentary Nobody deserves to die at all and for your information the real Kirsten Costas WAS NOT A BULLY they lied in the film, Emma Jun 19, 2018 at 1:54 am, So what if shes married with children?!? Jeannette had an 18 inch knife in her car and lied that her sister left it there to cut vegetables when working on the road, which is obviously BS. https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-197, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-178, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-195, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-176, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-145, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-130, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-129, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-111, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-110, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-107, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-106, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-105, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-98, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-96, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-95, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-93, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-89, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-88, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-87, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-82, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-79, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-78, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-76, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-54, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-53, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-51, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-44, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-23, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-196, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-22, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-19, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-18, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-17, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-16, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-14, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-11, https://thecampoclaw.com/lifestyle/2014/10/14/murder-still-haunts-moraga-resident/#comment-10, Costas, a Miramonte cheerleader, was murdered by fellow student Bernadette Protti in June of 1984. I would rather die," according to CNN. I wish I could tell the Costas family how sorry I am, especially her brother who is probably still alive. Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in June 1984. I almost hate movies because it takes away from the facts of what really happened. I sure hope that your small community burns down or turns to dust for its own sins. Berit told the caller that Kirsten was away until the weekend, but that she would ensure that Kirsten was told. What a bitter pill to swallow. But she had fallen out with them and, by the time Kirsten was murdered, Nancys animosity towards Kirsten was well known. Bernadette will never escape this ever, cause the Costas family was never the same. SEASON 3 EPISODE 1 / BERNADETTE PROTTI / LOCAL MOTIVE / DASH / CAT + CLOUD. https://ripeace.wordpress.com/tag/true-story/ In the police station, she confesses and agrees to plead guilty for the murder of Kirsten. In the end, the wannabe cheerleader was found guilty of second degree murder, with the judge rejecting the idea that the murder was premeditated. She is very likable, has a very likable . Kirsten Marina Costas, une lycenne de aux tats-Unis, est dcde le 23 juillet 1968. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Kirsten_Costas 4 Shocking Murders Committed By Teenagers, They Died Too Young: Teen Victims of Homicide, is inspired by Randall Sullivans Rolling Stone article of the same name about the real-life murder of a popular, affluent and beautiful Northern California high school cheerleader at the hand of a classmate, as Lifetime. = Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 - June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate, Bernadette Protti, in June 1984. I feel tremendous sympathy for her brother who lost his only sibling. The accused, Bernadette Protti of Orinda, held her mother's hand throughout a hearing Friday in Juvenile Court here. [3] . It was apparently this action that had led to Kirsten calling Bernadette weird and leaving the car. Rene heard banging on the door but she was home alone and thought Kirsten was at a Bobbys meeting. She sought refuge at her friends' house, Alex and Mary Jane Arnold. Bernadette was known as a nice girl, something that Kirsten was NOT known as. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Shes obviously bisexual, Anonymous Mar 27, 2018 at 1:45 pm, How can she be a nurse when she murdered somebody I dont get it, Martin Jan 18, 2017 at 1:34 am. . But, honestly, your theories are some of the stupidest. What a horrible person. Contents 1 Backstory 2 Events 3 Protti's Arrest 4 Aftermath Backstory Kirsten was the daughter of affluent parents Arthur and Berit Costas. Her parents were hard-working and respectable people, but Bernadette felt that they were too old and did not listen to her. Upon confirming that Bernadettes alibi was as thin-skinned as her constitution, the private investigator took this information to detectives. But noooo.. Kirsten was a superficial bitch who thought she was to good to be friends with Bernadette. Two nights later, Bernadette lied to her parents about needing the car for a babysitting job. They have endured the most anger and pain then anyone. Kir. It just shows that the people in the area are still as stupid, and vain, and sick and materialistic as ever. New York Times 16-Year-Old is Held in Killing published 17 December 1984 Additionally, the Bernadette character was portrayed as sweet and innocent, while a sexy twenty-something Tori Spelling played the part of the 15 year old Kirsten. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. LOL How stupid it is to even suggest that! It also offered initiates a veneer of elitism,so Bobbies, as they were called, were more likely to be attending parties than bake sales and blind auctions. Her attacker was Bernadette Protti; both girls were 15 years old when the . Part 3: https://clickamericana.com/topics/featured/the-real-death-of-a-cheerleader-1985/3 I dont believe she told the whole truth in her confession, she seemed to be more worried about herself and what people would think, even after she took someones life. Bernadette was never considered a suspect, Palmer said. Protti was sentenced to a maximum of nine years, but was released seven years later on parole. I doubt she was that mean. Hooray for Nancy. slated to air February 2 at 8/7c on Lifetime. Housewife and DIY mommy blogger! Seven years was not enough, Palmer said. The ridiculous punishment for thr most heinous crime. 2 Innocent girls got the blame, and Bernadette sat and watched them knowing she was Responsible for it. I do not think anything has changed but perhaps more [competition] and stress, Palmer said. 30 years later, the pressure fit in is still a relevant social concern. M.B Mar 21, 2019 at 8:51 pm. Protti was tried as a juvenile. Bernadette was allowed to leave at that point; she told the FBI agent she wanted time to think. The police and ambulance arrived quickly. Yes I feel for the Costas family but their daughter was just not a nice person. Please still love me. One of the students that appeared to epitomise Bernadettes definition of success was a girl in her year level called Kirsten Costas. We cant all get along. I dont care if Kirsten was the meanest toughest girl Bully ever, no excuse for Murder. Just some thought of my own Feb 3, 2019 at 8:13 am. So sad for all. However there was no answer when she called. During that time, the community experienced growing anxiety. I thought that she was going to tell everybody at school that I was really weird, Protti claimed during trial. She legally changed her name and moved out of California for a fresh start. May she rest in peace. Click to reveal Had this been the child, sister, brother, mother, father, anyone else that you hold dear to your heart, or even you, yourself, that committed such a horrible act like Bernadette did then I am sure some of you would want forgiveness.
