Jillian Lauren Shriner, wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, has been no stranger to the darker side of life, from her writing on America’s most notorious serial killer to her recent, shocking police encounter.
The 51-year-old author, who has delved deep into the grim story of Samuel Little, America’s most prolific serial killer, made a notable appearance on Ghost Adventures just months before finding herself in the spotlight for a completely different reason.
Jillian’s True Crime Interests and Ghost Adventures Appearance
Jillian’s fascination with true crime, particularly with Samuel Little, led her to become a guest on the Ghost Adventures series, hosted by Zak Bagans.
The episode, filmed in November 2024, took place at Bagans’ Haunted Museum in Las Vegas.
Little, who was convicted of eight murders and confessed to 93, became the central focus of the show.
Shriner’s book Behold the Monster: Facing America’s Most Prolific Serial Killer, published in 2023, recounts her extensive research on Little’s gruesome crimes, as well as her interviews with him during his imprisonment.
During her appearance on the show, Shriner shared disturbing details from her conversations with Little, even revealing threats he allegedly made towards her.
It was also noted that she had Little’s ashes in her possession, which she had recently donated to the museum for display.
The ashes, along with disturbing portraits of Little’s victims and even a portrait Little drew of Shriner herself, are part of the museum’s chilling collection.
The Shocking Police Incident and Legal Trouble
While Shriner’s involvement in true crime and her appearance on Ghost Adventures seemed to be a continuation of her darker interests, her life took a dramatic turn when she became involved in a police standoff.
On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, Shriner was shot in the shoulder after allegedly pointing a gun at police officers during a chaotic manhunt in her Los Angeles neighborhood.
The incident began with a police chase involving a male suspect who had fled the scene of a crash on the 134 Freeway. The suspect reportedly hid on a neighbor’s property, where he attempted to disguise himself in a bizarre attempt to escape.
Shriner, who was at home at the time, allegedly emerged with a firearm.
Police claim she pointed the weapon at officers, which led them to shoot her in the shoulder after she ignored multiple commands to drop the gun.
Shriner later claimed she had the gun to defend herself from the suspect.
The Aftermath and Scott Shriner’s Statement
Following the incident, Shriner was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The situation shocked many, including her husband, Scott Shriner, who spoke briefly to reporters, assuring that his wife was “all right” and that he still planned to attend the upcoming Coachella music festival.
Meanwhile, legal proceedings are ongoing, with Shriner facing charges of attempted murder, though details surrounding the case continue to unfold.
A Troubling Chapter in an Unlikely Story
Jillian Shriner’s life, which has revolved around studying dark subjects and delving into the minds of serial killers, has taken an unexpected and tragic turn.
As she continues to grapple with the consequences of her actions, the public remains captivated by the eerie intersections of her true crime career and her real-life crisis.
As the Shriner family navigates this difficult chapter, the true crime community and fans alike are left wondering how this dark fascination will impact her future.