Shot Through the Bedroom Wall: The Riley Gaul Case

Shot Through the Bedroom Wall: The Riley Gaul Case🏈 He was the star athlete. She was his high school cheerleader… then he showed up at her bedroom window with a gun.Obsessed. Stalked. Murdered.🎧 Now streaming: Riley Gaul – The Story Behind the Shot Through the Wall.#TrueCrime #RileyGaul #EmmaWalker #TeenMurder #PodcastIn November 2016, 18-year-old college football player William Riley Gaul ended a tumultuous on-off relationship the wrong way—by picking up a gun. Two shots fired through the bedroom wall of his 16-year-old ex-girlfriend, Emma Walker, killed her in her bed.The tragedy stemmed from obsession, stalking, and a desperate need to be her "hero." Gaul had staged a fake kidnapping to gain her sympathy and even stalked her home in black clothing. But the ultimate act of violence came at 3 a.m., forever shattering lives.Arrested after a police sting set up by his own friends, Gaul faced a jury that eventually found him guilty of first-degree murder, stalking, tampering with evidence, reckless endangerment, theft, and illegal firearm possession. In May 2018, he was sentenced to life in prison—51 years before parole eligibility.This episode unpacks:The dark spiral from teenage romance to deadly obsessionHow social media, Snapchat threats, and midnight break‑ins revealed a toxic relationshipThe hidden sting operation set up by Gaul’s friendsThe courtroom drama and life sentence that followedContent Warning: Graphic content involving gun violence, teenage death, and stalking. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Riley Gaul, Emma Walker, teen dating violence, Knoxville murder, ex-boyfriend killer, stalking turned murder, police sting, life sentence 2018, social media threats, college athlete crime, Cheerleader murder, true crime podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.Best Of Reddit Stories 2025Dive into the latest and greatest Reddit stories of 2025! From jaw-dropping "Am I the A**hole?" moments to heartwarming tales from r/HumansBeingBros, this collection brings together the most entertaining, shocking, and thought-provoking posts Reddit has to offer.We’re covering everything from dramatic revenge stories and awkward family confessions to inspiring life lessons and hilarious fails. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the drama, or the unexpected twists, these Reddit gems will keep you entertained for hours.Perfect for fans of storytelling, internet culture, and those looking to stay updated with the wildest posts from Reddit this year!Love, lies, and deception—this podcast dives into the raw and unfiltered stories of infidelity. Each episode uncovers jaw-dropping tales of trust shattered, secrets revealed, and relationships forever changed. From scandalous affairs to shocking double lives, we explore the emotional fallout, the dramatic confrontations, and the unexpected twists in the lives of those involved. Whether you’ve been betrayed, are just curious, or love a good drama, Betrayal brings you real stories of heartbreak and resilience.Think your ex was bad? Wait until you hear these stories! Cheaters Confessions brings you the juiciest, most shocking, and sometimes downright ridiculous tales of infidelity. From secret double lives to outrageous excuses, we’ll dive into the drama,