Episode 94 | When the Lights Went Out in Silsbee: The Murder of Tristan Dilley

A quiet Texas town, a locked house, and a chilling crime that made no sense. When 14-year-old Tristan Dilley was found shot to death in her own home in 2017, the mystery seemed impossible—no sign of forced entry, no obvious suspects, and a timeline that left investigators baffled. But as they dug deeper, hidden truths began to surface, leading to a revelation that no one saw coming. Who had access to Tristan that night? And what could possibly drive someone to commit such a brutal act? Join me as we unravel the details of a case that shook a family, a town, and left lingering questions that demand answers. xoxo,  Margot 💀🌵😘 Come for the true crime, stick around for the life updates, and—of course—enjoy the chaos🩷 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media @DeathXSouthwest for all the behind-the-scenes fun. My AMAZING therapist’s IG (bc we can all benefit from a little therapy!): @wholeselflindsay (Lindsay Christianson) Want more DXSW? Leave us a voicemail: 520-302-5253 Email us: deathxsouthwest@gmail.com  Official DXSW Website  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Shop My Amazon Faves  Try Our Patreon - bonus content and more! If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741 Follow DXSW | @deathxsouthwest: Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook DXSW is: Hosted, Executive Produced, & Audio Edited by Margot Carmichael Music from Soundstripe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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☠️Death X Southwest is your one-stop shop for true crime, served with a side of real-life mayhem. We cover the gritty, the gory, and the downright bizarre cases that have haunted the Southwest, but it doesn't stop there. Beyond the murders and mysteries, you'll also get an unfiltered look into my life—where I share the highs, the lows, and all the absurdities in between. Whether I’m solo or joined by guest co-hosts, expect a raw, real, and refreshingly personal take on both crime and the craziness of everyday life. 🌵Come for the crime, stay for the connection, and—of course—enjoy the chaos. Death X Southwest is more than just a true crime podcast; it’s a family, a journey, and a little bit of everything else life throws at us.