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In this video, we revisit one of the most disturbing cases to ever shake an American courtroom: the story of Dylan Schumaker, a 16-year-old boy tried for the death of two-year-old Austin Smith, the child he was babysitting.
What the jury would hear during trial changed everything: a recorded phone call from jail, where Dylan suggests his tears in court may have been more calculated than sincere. When the judge plays this recording, everything falls apart for Dylan.

🎥 In this video, you will see:

Footage of Dylan’s arrest
A complete breakdown of the crime timeline
Testimony from medical experts and family members
Emotional courtroom footage of Dylan crying before the jury
The crucial phone call that changed the entire trial
The final verdict and the heartbreaking reactions from Austin’s family

🧩 THE STORY: A TRAGEDY THAT COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED

Dylan Schumaker, a quiet teenager from Springville, New York, is left alone to watch Austin, a 23-month-old toddler, and his baby brother. What begins as a difficult day turns into hours of escalating frustration, panic, and loss of control.
By the time Dylan calls 911, Austin is unresponsive.

Police quickly discover that the injuries don’t match Dylan’s story of a simple accident. The investigation soon points to prolonged abuse rather than a single incident.

⚖️ THE TRIAL: TEARS, THEN THE TRUTH

During the trial, Dylan appears remorseful, crying openly and asking Austin’s family for forgiveness. But the most shocking moment comes when the judge plays a jailhouse phone call between Dylan and his mother.

In that call, Dylan seems to discuss how he might appear in court—revealing a disturbing awareness of how he wanted to be perceived.

The jury never forgot that moment.

📞 THE PHONE CALL THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING

The call exposes the possibility that Dylan’s courtroom tears were carefully planned.
Was he truly remorseful—or performing?

This recording shifted the entire direction of the trial.

🧑‍⚖️ VERDICT & REACTIONS

Dylan is sentenced after an emotional, heavily documented trial.
Austin’s family—his mother, grandmother, and grandfather—share their pain and the irreversible impact of losing a child.
Dylan’s sister describes a troubled adolescent overwhelmed by responsibility he was not ready for.

Today, Dylan remains incarcerated at Clinton Correctional Facility, serving his sentence.

❗ REFLECTION

This case highlights the importance of recognizing signs of distress in both children and the young people entrusted with their care.
Austin’s death was preventable.
Dylan’s repeated decisions throughout the day led to a tragedy that could not be undone.

📣 What about you?

What would YOU do if you witnessed a child at risk?
Would you speak up? Would you intervene?

Share your thoughts in the comments.

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