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Teen Murder Inspired by 'Scream' Explored in New Docuseries

3/7/2026

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In September 2006, Cassie Jo Stoddart, 16, was murdered in Pocatello, Idaho.
Classmates Brian Draper and Torey Adamcik were inspired by the film Scream.
They initially claimed they would scare her but later admitted to stabbing and recorded their plans.
They were convicted in 2007 and sentenced to life in prison.
The true crime docuseries The Scream Murder: A True Teen Horror Story examines the events.

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Story summary

In September 2006, Cassie Jo Stoddart, 16, was murdered in Pocatello, Idaho.
Classmates Brian Draper and Torey Adamcik were inspired by the film Scream.
They initially claimed they would scare her but later admitted to stabbing and recorded their plans.
They were convicted in 2007 and sentenced to life in prison.
The true crime docuseries The Scream Murder: A True Teen Horror Story examines the events.