Netflix's true crime series Worst Neighbor Ever, released on July 1, 2026, delves into real-life neighbour disputes that escalate into violence and death. The four-episode series features bodycam footage, survivor testimonies, and animated reconstructions. A synopsis warns: "Worst Neighbor Ever proves the people next door aren't just a nuisance - they're lethal."
The 2012 Indiana Gas Explosion Case
The second episode, 'Midwest Meltdown,' focuses on the November 10, 2012, gas explosion in Richmond Hill, Indiana. Monserrate 'Moncy' Shirley's home exploded, killing two neighbours, injuring dozens, and destroying over 30 homes. Investigators uncovered a plot by Shirley, her boyfriend Mark Leonard, and his half-brother Bob Leonard to stage the explosion for an insurance payout.
Where Are the Perpetrators Now?
Moncy Shirley pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit arson and was sentenced to 50 years in prison in 2016. Mark Leonard was convicted on 53 counts, including felony murder and arson, receiving two consecutive life sentences plus 75 years. He died of natural causes in prison in 2018. Bob Leonard was convicted on 51 counts, including felony murder and arson, and sentenced to two life sentences without parole plus 70 years; he remains incarcerated.
