S3: E5 – The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania vs. Justin Rutherford

Justin receives his sentence for plotting to kill Tyler. With the legal proceedings in the rearview mirror, Stacey and Tyler look to the future and lean on their community.   If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected]  If you’re a man who has experienced sexual abuse or assault, or you know someone who is seeking support, go to 1in6.org. Find a path to a happier, healthier future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Struggling to find community, Tyler connects with actor Anthony Edwards and psychologist David Lisak. Anthony and David are not only survivors of sexual abuse, but leaders of 1in6, an organization that supports men who have experienced sexual abuse and assault.   If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected]  If you’re a man who has experienced sexual abuse or assault, or you know someone who is seeking support, go to 1in6.org. Find a path to a happier, healthier future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Justin behind bars and Tyler on a path to healing, Stacey’s grief finally comes to the surface. She meets with Jordan Dann to make sense of the mess.   Jordan Dann, LP, is a dynamic psychoanalyst, author, teacher, and speaker. She is the author of Somatic Therapy for Healing Trauma and the creator of the Relationship Transformation Method. She is also a faculty member at the Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy in Manhattan. Jordan is a nationally certified and NYS licensed psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City. You can follow her on Instagram @jordandann.  If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected]  If you’re a man who has experienced sexual abuse or assault, or you know someone who is seeking support, go to 1in6.org. Find a path to a happier, healthier future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin goes before the Judge, and Stacey and Tyler face him for the first time since his arrest. Nothing can prepare them for what he says on the stand.   If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected]  If you’re a man who has experienced sexual abuse or assault, or you know someone who is seeking support, go to 1in6.org. Find a path to a happier, healthier future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Justin behind bars, the Rutherford family tries to move forward. But grief and anxiety loom large. Meanwhile, Justin plots a way out of jail with the help of an unlikely accomplice – his elderly godmother.  If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Justin goes on the run, The Rutherford family is left to pick up the pieces. But just when they think they’ve reached the bottom, shocking new allegations come to light from one of the Rutherford children. Tyler, Stacey’s eldest son, breaks his silence.   If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacey Rutherford thought she knew her husband and everything happening in her household. However, a disturbing discovery forces her to confront uncomfortable questions about Justin and her perception. Their loving home, once filled with laughter and friends, was now filled with distrust and uncertainty.   If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacey Rutherford, a single mom, found her storybook romance in 2015 when she met medical student Justin Rutherford. They shared a deep connection, fell in love, and became a picture-perfect American family. Over time, the couple added two more children to their family. Justin progressed into a family doctor, and they settled in Pennsylvania, where he started his career. However, in August of 2021, Stacey came home to find her wonderful life crashing down. The Rutherford family would never be the same.  If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Andrea speaks with the Director of Stop It Now, an organization working to prevent the sexual abuse of children. The team also checks back in with Erin from Season 2, and Ashley meets the person at the center of Betrayal Season 3.  If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected].    To report a case of child sexual exploitation, call The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's CyberTipline at 1-800-THE-LOST   If you or someone you know is worried about their sexual thoughts and feelings towards children, reach out to stopitnow.org   If you or someone you know is worried about their sexual thoughts and feelings towards children, you can find help at Stop It Now! by visiting, www.stopitnow.org or reach out via the confidential helpline by visiting www.stopitnow.org/get-immediate-help.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacey Rutherford thought she met her soulmate when she laid eyes on Dr. Justin Rutherford. They fell in love, and it was better than she ever imagined. But this family doctor, beloved father, and cherished husband had dark secrets. He had sworn to do no harm but would resort to any means necessary to save himself.   We’re excited to share this Betrayal story with you and even more excited to tell you that you can get access to episodes 100% ad free with an iHeart True Crime+ subscription, available exclusively on Apple Podcasts. Plus, you’ll get access to the next episodes 1-week ahead of everyone else - available only to iHeart True Crime+ subscribers! And you’ll also get access to ALL episodes from Betrayal S1 and S2 ad-free as well! So don’t wait! Head to Apple Podcasts, search for “iHeart True Crime+” and subscribe today!  If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.