Michael barisone's shocking conviction and release

Michael Barisone, a former US Olympian, was convicted of attempted murder after shooting his equestrian student Lauren Kanarek in 2019. The sensational case is now the focus of Netflix's documentary series 'The Untold,' offering a deep dive into the twisted events that unfolded.

Kanarek's harrowing account

In chilling detail, Kanarek recalled the moment she was shot, telling the 911 operator, 'I've been shot in the heart. Michael Barisone shot me.' Her fiancé, Goodwin, could be heard in the background, interacting with Barisone.

A tale of madness and retaliation

During his trial in 2022, Barisone's legal team argued that he had snapped under relentless harassment from Kanarek, which they claimed had pushed him to the brink of insanity. The defense presented social media posts from Kanarek, hinting at 'other personalities' that could be responsible for her actions.

Barisone was charged with four counts of attempted murder and related weapons offenses, carrying a potential 60-year sentence. However, the jury delivered a verdict of 'not guilty by reason of insanity' for one count and acquitted him of the other two charges.

New chapter for barisone

Following his release from prison, Barisone's lawyer declared, 'We're ecstatic with the verdict. For two and a half years, Michael Barisone has been waiting to tell his story and let people know what happened to him, what these people did to him.' Under strict supervision, Barisone is now living in the US, with limits on his movements and a ban on contacting Kanarek.