Netflix's new true crime anthology series Worst Neighbor Ever features chilling 911 calls from a catastrophic gas explosion in Indiana that killed two people and destroyed dozens of homes. The explosion, which occurred on November 10, 2012, was later revealed to be part of an insurance scam plot.
Series Overview
The series, which dropped on Netflix this week, follows Worst Ex Ever and Worst Roommate Ever. It explores real-life neighbor disputes that turn fatal, using bodycam footage, CCTV, and animated re-enactments. An official synopsis states: "You think you know your neighbors? Think again. This new series features firsthand accounts of violence, intimidation, and harassment that are more shocking than ever."
The 2012 Indiana Explosion
The second episode focuses on the explosion at Monserrate 'Moncy' Shirley's home in Indiana. The blast left two people dead, many injured, and dozens of homes destroyed. One neighbor recalled: "At first, we thought we were being bombed. Our whole house lifted up off the foundation." Another said: "It was like one of those mortar fireworks going off right next to your house."
Chilling 911 Calls
The documentary showcases heartbreaking calls to emergency services. One caller said: "Something literally just exploded." Another asked: "What just happened?" A third reported: "We had a large boom, I don't know if it was a bomb, a gun went off or what." A dispatcher relayed: "We've had an explosion at a house, we're going to need medics, IFD, it's going to be a major incident control."
Insurance Scam Plot
Investigators found that Shirley, her boyfriend Mark Leonard, and his brother had plotted to start a fire for an insurance payout. The plan resulted in a massive gas explosion that devastated the tight-knit community. The episode features interviews with neighbors and details the aftermath.
Worst Neighbor Ever is available to stream on Netflix.
