Episode 20: Payton Leutner

Payton Leutner was 12 years old when her life was almost cut short.  Payton’s friends planned to kill Payton in the name of “Slenderman”. Join us as we share Payton’s story and how she is thriving after tragedy.  We will also discuss the mental health diagnosis of the attackers and their court-ordered treatment.

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Wisconsin woman in Slender Man stabbing will remain in psychiatric hospital after release petition denied - CBS News

Survivor Payton Leutner Speaks About Slenderman Stabbing For First Time Since 2014 Injuries - Newsweek

'Slender Man' stabbing victim speaks publicly for first time: 'Without the whole situation, I wouldn't be who I am' - ABC News (go.com)

Slender Man stabbing: Anissa Weier to have GPS monitor removed (tmj4.com)

Woman involved in Slender Man attack as a child again seeks release from psychiatric institute (nbcnews.com)

Payton Leutner, The Girl Who Survived The Slender Man Stabbing (allthatsinteresting.com)