Kristene Chapa is one of the two victims in Mollie Olgin murder case. Reportedly, they were sexually assaulted and shot in the head.
On June 23, 2012, two women’s bodies were found lying below the viewing deck at the Violet Andrews Park.
The first woman was identified to be Molly Origin, and the other was her girlfriend, Kristene Chapa. As per the reports, the women had been physically abused and shot in the head.
In addition to that, Molly was found dead at the scene, and Kristene was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
The amazing Kristene Chapa always addresses me as “sir” -which is how she was raised- but it makes me feel like her grandfather. #Dateline pic.twitter.com/flYo4dmScI
— Josh Mankiewicz (@JoshMankiewicz) June 8, 2019
Who Is Kristene Chapa?
Kristene Chapa was one of the two victims who survived.
She was taken to the hospital in severe condition following the attack. However, her friend Molly died at the scene. Additionally, Kristene helped the police to create a sketch of an offender.
She was also sexually assaulted, but she survived.
Mollie Olgin Murderer In 2021
David Strickland and his wife Laura Strickland were arrested on June 20, 2014.
He was apprehended in connection to the murder, aggravated sexual assault, and assault while his wife was charged with tampering with evidence. The investigation revealed that laton’s man photo in the letter sent to Chapa’s father was apparently sent by David’s father.
He was held at San Patricio County jail.
Survivor of a brutal attack, Kristene Chapa, opens up about how she found the strength to recover and opens up about her fear of coming out to her mother Grace Chapa. https://t.co/1091s9WYqN pic.twitter.com/kUzucRgfYX
— The View (@TheView) October 29, 2019
Later on, on September 28, 2016, David was found guilty of capital murder and aggravated sexual assault. The prosecution did not seek the death penalty, and Strickland was sentenced to life imprisonment.
Where Is Kristene Chapa Today?
Kristen Chapa is currently taking college courses while writing a book about her experiences.
She is also found sharing the ordeal in some of the interviews. She mentions that she had finally relearned to walk and talk after the horrible accident. Further, she attributed a large part of her recovery to her family, especially her mother, Grace.