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Sneak peek: The Boy Across the Street

May 01, 2025 / 03:03

This episode covers the story of Nina Solano, whose sister Katina was murdered by Steven Burns in 1979. Nina discusses the impact of her sister's death and the ongoing struggle to keep Burns in prison. The episode highlights Nina's emotional journey as she attends Burns' 13th parole hearing, reflecting on the fear and pain that have persisted over the decades.

Nina shares her memories of her sister, who was only 18 when she was killed. She recalls her father's last words urging her to protect their family and fight against Burns' release. The episode features Nina's visit to the Sanwalk Katon County District Attorney's Office, where she expresses her anxiety about the possibility of Burns being released.

The conversation touches on the complexities of the parole system and the differing opinions on Burns' potential danger to society. Nina's determination to keep her sister's memory alive and her fear for her family's safety are central themes throughout the episode.

TLDR

Nina Solano fights to keep her sister's murderer, Steven Burns, in prison during his 13th parole hearing.

Episode

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My dad passed away in 2013. His last words to me were, "Whatever it takes, you protect your mom and you fight to

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keep Steve in prison." Katina Solano was only 18 years old when she was shot in the head and killed by

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her boyfriend. With the flash of a gun, my whole world just got turned upside down. Steven

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Burns was convicted of murdering Katina Serno in 1979. He just looks dangerous. It's like a killer face. If you looked

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at his eyes, there is nothing behind him. He has no soul. My name is Nina Solano and I am

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the sister of Kina. Steven Burns was sentenced to 17 years to life. In 1990, after just 10 years, Steven

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Burns came up for parole. My parents, my sister Regina, myself, and friends and family traveled to Bakville State Prison

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to protest his release. As a father, I closed her casket and buried my 18-year-old child who was murdered by

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this animal. God damn it. [Music] This is a body bag of my daughter. This is what you did to her,

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[Music] Steve. 46 years since Kina's death has not diminished one ounce of that pain.

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Where are we going? We are heading to the Sanwalk Katon County District Attorney's

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Office. I am shaky. very shaky you are right now. How many parole hearings have you been

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told? Number 13. You've been at every single one of these? Yes, every single one.

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As Steve Burns heads into his 13th parole hearing. What are you thinking? I'm thinking that he's no longer a risk

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to commit the kind of crime he committed coming into prison. I've known Steve Burns for over two decades. You don't

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think he's a danger? I don't think he's a serious danger if he were to be released.

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If somebody looked at this and said, "It's been 45 years. Is this now just about

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vengeance?" No, it's not. Keeping Steve in jail is not about vengeance for me. It's fear. Fear for my family. I think

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he has a very good chance of being found suitable. Isn't it likely at one of these hearings he's going to get out?

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That's my biggest fear is him getting out. [Music]

Badges

This episode stands out for the following:

85
Most heartbreaking
80
Most emotional
80
Best performance
75
Most dramatic

Episode Highlights

A Father's Last Words
My dad's final message was to protect my family at all costs.
“Whatever it takes, you protect your mom and you fight to keep Steve in prison.”
@ 00m 12s
May 01, 2025
The Tragic Loss of Katina Solano
At just 18, Katina was murdered by her boyfriend, changing lives forever.
@ 00m 23s
May 01, 2025
Facing the Killer
After years, the family still fights against the release of Steven Burns.
“46 years since Kina's death has not diminished one ounce of that pain.”
@ 01m 32s
May 01, 2025
Fear Over Vengeance
For the family, keeping Steve in prison is about fear, not revenge.
“Keeping Steve in jail is not about vengeance for me. It's fear.”
@ 02m 36s
May 01, 2025

Episode Quotes

Whatever it takes, you protect your mom and you fight to keep Steve in prison.
Sneak peek: The Boy Across the Street
46 years since Kina's death has not diminished one ounce of that pain.
Sneak peek: The Boy Across the Street
Keeping Steve in jail is not about vengeance for me. It's fear.
Sneak peek: The Boy Across the Street

Key Moments

Loss and Grief00:08
Murder and Justice00:23
Enduring Pain01:32
Parole Hearing02:06
Fear for Family02:36

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