Murder, Mystery & Makeup

Host: Bailey Sarian
Episode: Trapped & Left to Die...in a suitcase?! WTF was Sarah Boone Thinking?
Date: September 16, 2025

Episode Overview

In this gripping episode, Bailey Sarian dives into the tragic and bizarre case of Sarah Boone, a woman who was convicted of murdering her boyfriend, George Torres Jr., by trapping him in a suitcase and leaving him to die. Bailey details the toxic, alcohol-fueled relationship between Sarah and George, the events leading to the horrific crime, and the years-long circus of Sarah’s legal defense. With her signature blend of true crime analysis and candid, humorous commentary, Bailey explores the evidence, courtroom drama, and psychological defense, ultimately reflecting on justice and the chilling lessons from this unforgettable case.

The Story of Sarah Boone and George Torres Jr.

Their Relationship and Background (01:13–05:00)

• Sarah Boone and George Torres Jr. met in Winter Park, Florida, forming a volatile and passionate relationship characterized by constant fighting and heavy drinking.
• Both had prior arrests for domestic violence, with police called to their apartment multiple times due to violent altercations. Charges were dropped after they both refused to testify.
• Friends and family described their bond as “a psychotic roller coaster, no breaks type of relationship.”
• Sarah had a young son from a previous marriage who sometimes stayed at their apartment, adding to the unstable, toxic environment.

"They clung on to each other, just, like, feeding off of their toxicity, cycling through fights, breakups, makeups, all that, you know." – Bailey (04:45)

The Night of the Crime

February 23, 2020: The Fatal Incident (05:00–09:00)

• On the day of the incident, they bought and consumed two “magnum” bottles of wine (equivalent to four standard bottles) despite their petite stature.
• After drinking, cleaning, and dancing, Sarah claimed they decided to play hide and seek.
• Sarah stated that George voluntarily climbed into a large, hard-shell suitcase in their living room as part of the game. She claims to have zipped him up but left a gap for his fingers to stick out.
• Drunk and tired, Sarah went upstairs to bed, allegedly believing George could easily get out.

Discovery and Initial Police Response

The Morning After (09:00–13:00)

• Sarah found George dead and purple inside the suitcase.
• Strangely, she called her ex-husband before dialing 911; he instructed her to call for help.
• Bodycam footage captured Sarah being oddly calm, concerned with drinks and cigarettes.

[13:20] Sarah (from police bodycam): "Please may I have my Dr. Pepper? I am so cut. Mouth, can I have a cigarette please, ma'am?"

Bailey: "I don't think you need a Dr. Pepper right now. Dr. Pepper is good, but like, someone's dead." (13:40)

Damning Evidence: The Videos

Hidden Videos Destroy Sarah's Story (13:45–17:00)

• Police reviewed Sarah’s phone and found two haunting videos, taken 11 minutes apart.
  • First video (10:20pm): Shows the suitcase and George inside calling for help, repeatedly saying, "Sarah, I can't breathe," as Sarah films and laughs, taunting him, "That's what you do when you choke me."
  • Second video: Suitcase now face up; George's pleas are weaker, and Sarah continues to taunt and laugh at him, saying, "That's what it's like when you cheat on me."
• The videos proved this was not a game or an accident, but cruel, deliberate torture.

Bailey: "She is freaking filming it... Sarah taunted George every time he called out to her." (14:30)

Police Interrogation & Sarah's Explanations

Shifting Stories and Denials (17:00–22:53)

• During police questioning, Sarah claimed she didn't remember recording the videos and insisted his death was accidental.
• Claimed: "I'm a straight A student. I am an outstanding mother to my son. I excel at everything." (19:40)
• Sarah insisted repeatedly, "It wasn't intentional though." (21:28)
• Investigators confronted her with the videos, to which she replied, "That looks really bad." (22:25)
• The autopsy contradicted her story: George had scratches, blunt force trauma, and other injuries indicating a struggle and potential physical assault beyond asphyxiation.

The Legal Circus: Attorneys and Letters

Endless Delays & Courtroom Drama (23:00–35:00)

• Sarah cycled through nine attorneys; some quit, some were fired, others had conflicts of interest.
• She sent numerous letters to her lawyers, the court, and even the media, complaining of incompetence and claiming her rights were violated.
• Frustrated by lack of progress, she hired a private investigator—not to find evidence, but to track down her latest attorney.
  • After this, the judge ruled she forfeited her right to counsel and could represent herself.
  • Realizing the difficulty, she begged for another lawyer and even posted a flyer: "Epic opportunity awaits."
  • Eventually found a new attorney (James Owens), and the trial was finally set after 5 years of delays.

Bailey: "She has great handwriting, mind you. Very millennial bubbly. But she's just... She's coming off a little crazy. Girl, girl, this isn't looking good for your case." (34:00)

The Trial: Defense and Prosecution

Battered Woman Syndrome and Testimony (40:48–51:30)

• Sarah’s defense pivoted to Battered Woman Syndrome, citing George’s alleged abuse, supported by prior police reports of domestic violence.
• On the stand, she painted their relationship as complicated and loving, claiming the suitcase incident was a joke gone wrong.
• Evidence was inconsistent; her own filmed taunting of George and mean-spirited video recordings undercut her claims.
• Prosecution’s theory: Sarah hit George (possibly with a baseball bat) while he was trapped in the suitcase, though this is not visually supported but suggested by the timing and audio on the recordings.
• Prosecution rested on the videos, showing clear cruelty and malice. The jury deliberated less than two hours, finding Sarah Boone guilty of second degree murder.

Sentencing, Aftermath, and Reflections

Reactions, Letters, and Final Thoughts (54:00–End)

• Sarah was sentenced to life in prison after rejecting a plea deal for 15 years.
• George's mother cried in court but spoke about forgiveness; his sister demanded Sarah "rot in prison."
• Sarah continued to blame everyone but herself in letters, forgiving the judge, the media, George’s family—everyone except herself.
• Her attorney filed for appeal, citing misconduct, but nothing substantial so far.
• Bailey closes with the takeaway: don’t get into suitcases, don’t hide in luggage, and most importantly, don’t murder people.

Bailey: "At the end of the day, she killed someone, okay? Period. They were in a toxic, alcohol filled, abusive relationship, the two of them... she points a finger at everybody else, everyone else's fault." (57:10)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "She just could not take responsibility for any of her actions. And that's concerning..." (58:00)
• "I didn't intentionally mean to eat a whole fricking Domino's pizza by myself. But sometimes we do things and you have to take responsibility for it." (22:56)
• "She writes out everyone she forgives... but the one person she forgot to forgive? Herself." (57:40)
• "One thing we know for sure is that Sarah Boone will be spending the rest of her life behind bars. If there's anything you should learn: don't get into luggage." (58:30)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Relationship Background: 01:13–05:00
• Incident Night: 05:00–09:00
• Discovery and Police Arrival: 09:00–13:00
• Video Evidence Discussion: 13:45–17:00
• Interrogation & Denials: 17:00–22:53
• Courtroom Drama & Legal Delays: 23:00–35:00
• Trial, Testimony, Sentencing: 40:48–54:00
• Aftermath & Reflections: 54:00–End

Tone and Style

• Bailey maintains her signature blend of humor, candid commentary, and empathy for victims and families, even while expressing frustration and disbelief at Sarah Boone’s behavior.
• The episode is peppered with pop-cultural asides, explanations of legal terminology, and Bailey’s own moral reflections on justice.

Summary:
This episode unpacks not only the shocking details of the Sarah Boone case but the tangled aftermath—delays, endless legal maneuvering, and Boone’s refusal to accept responsibility. Bailey provides an accessible, in-depth narrative that leaves listeners informed, entertained, and unsettled by the disturbing psychology at play and the real-life consequences of denial, abuse, and cruelty.