the mom still pushes forward after this, that’s pretty incredible. she’s also grateful for the support she got from around the world.

It is sad that the two young boys who did this were able to get out, and had their names changed. They should be tracked the rest of their life.

I had to study this case in my Abuse and Neglect class for my degree in Psychology. My own boy was two at the time and learning the details of what happened nearly caused me to drop out of psychology. I didn't know how much more I could hear and see. Truly horrific.

Imagine the poor woman that falls in love with one of these monsters with their new identity. She wouldn’t know she’s sleeping with the devil himself. Horrible, horrible.

seeing the video of james dancing and singing breaks my heart. this is too much..

Omg, I was just thinking about this case the other day. While I was driving back home with my 2 year old son. I started crying. How scared her son must have been and the chilling words of him crying out for his mom. I’m tearing up now. The immense feeling I get for the mom. And to this day my heart feels for her. I’m so sorry they took your boy.

Pretty much anyone who’s ever looked after or had a toddler will know how easy it is for a child as young as he was to simply wander off or get lost. That stomach churning feeling you get when it happens is one you don’t forget ever.

A stillborn and after that ur baby boy killed lord is so tragic. My heartbreak for this woman may this 2 angels Rest In Peace

You'll never be forgotten, James.

To his mother, he's not just a picture he's a beautiful boy whose life was cruelly taken. This breaks my heart 💔

This made me sick. Police didn’t even look at the cameras until after he had been missing for 19 hours?! They did this family wrong. Every second counts.

That poor mother. My heart breaks for her!

What would one do if they found out that their young son killed a little boy? I can't even wrap my mind around this. It is so rare.

These boys did things that were not spoken of ever.. they did horrific things we cant imagine and if u are capable of brutally abusing, beating and murdering a baby, throwing paint in his little face and leaving his tiny little body on the train tracks to be cut in half, i dont believe these boys ever were children...we need to stop making excuses for people and just accept a vicious monster is a vicious monster. blessings upon james and his mommy

They should be registered like child predators as child killers. This should be a law

I still remember so vividly this case, living in Canada, my oldest not as old as the two boys who did this, and my youngest just a year or so older than James...my heart exploded with pain for his mother and changed my life ! I mothered differently and I saw the world in a different light - evil had no age anymore ... I have never stopped thinking about that poor little boy and the fear he must have felt...and I can not find it in my heart to forgive the two boys that did this. What stays with me, is how many times they had the chance to give up on the plan to murder James on the way to the tracks ? Yet each and every time someone asked what was wrong? They chose to lie and carry on their evil plan ? That shows intent, it shows no mercy, it shows a pathology of evil, that we only heard of in adults at that time! Much was made of these boys ' poor home life ' - it was no worse than thousands of other kids who would never dream of hurting an innocent baby ? I have no empathy for these two. Often wondered if my child had done this ? Would I feel different about his sentence ? And the answer is no ! I would love my child, regardless, but I would never again trust that I knew my child, and the darkness that obviously lived in him . The 15 years should have been served fully and completely and by then they would still have to be monitored for future behaviour! They took a baby's life ! In the most gruesome way ? At 10 years old - they only get more sophisticated by the time they are young adults ! It's proven over and over again, that people like this do not change - why would we risk them doing something like this again? I know many people won't agree with my position, but this case spurred me on to study criminal minds ever since! This many years later, knowing what I've learned ? I feel even stronger about what I'm expressing here!

My heart breaks knowing, little James had a horrific thing like this happen to him, his family & the world who morns with him.

What a sad story. But happy that the mom has blossomed into such a pillar of strength! Kudos to her

I love James' Mom Denise. She has never, ever stopped paying tribute to her son and is a sincere advocate. Her career works with kids. I am happy she has 3 very handsome sons who she has made sure know their brother.

James would be 28 ...rip James Bulger

Denise, I hope your growing sons realize their big brother is watching over them Such a beautiful, little angel.

just the look on Venables’ face gives me chills

I've been hearing about this story for years but it wasn't until recently that I was able to gathered the courage to see the full documentary. This story gives me a sickening feeling at the pit of my stomach. The fact that there can be so much evil in a child its mind boggling.

Shame on that judge and the British courts!! They should have never seen the light of day! End of.

What a brave mum. I cannot imagine what that must've felt like, and to know that those boys are somewhere out there living a perfectly fine life while her little boy was taken out of this world so soon is crazy. I wouldn't be able to live on.

Whenever I see these stories, I think this must be one of the worst crimes... And in this case it really is. Because those were children, not even teens, killing a 2 year old. Then you have to realize that some are just born evil. Based on Venables for sure. That poor mom. And her child. This case broke my heart in a way no any other has.

You got to give his mom credit, she’s still functioning, she’s able to smile and dress up, that shows growth and the will to go on even though her baby was murdered. Her human spirit is strong. Keep strong my sister ❤️ You’re baby will be remembered with love and peace.

Protect their identities? What?!?!?

I will never forget this little boy...I remember hearing this on the news when he disappeared. My heart goes out to his mother & family now as it did then, I am so sorry for your loss. He will never be forgotten, I can promise you that. There are those of us that will remember him.

Much respect for the detectives and police for their noble work on bringing the murdurers to swift justice. Strong community in Liverpool. May God bless and comfort James' mum and family. I lost my only brother to homicide in 2006. He wasn't a child but my family and I will never be the same. I can't imagine the magnitude of pain they went through. Love from the USA.

If I were on that jury, convicting a ten yr old would NOT be hard after seeing venables.

I was an 11 year old in 1993 and I remember my mom reading this story in a Readers Digest and crying alot … I asked her what was wrong and she said she would tell me when I was old enough to know. It’s crazy for me to see this and realize these boys were younger than I was at the time.

26 years ago to the day. I will never forget James Bulger.

Oh, my ... that little coffin. :-( I'm so sorry for James' mother. For all the mothers, actually. I can't begin to imagine the anguish. Set aside judgment for a moment ... now try to imagine hearing that your ten year old killed a two year old -- _on purpose,_ no less! How do you even get _through_ that? I can't wrap my mind around any of this case. RIP little James. May the parents find peace as well.

I've heard about this case so many times. It's awful. I heard Robert Thompson was actually really upset, apologetic and distraught and Jon Venables was completely unrepentant and couldn't care less. Apparently he stayed in the jail system for years and he's still locked up I believe for possessing footage of child abuse. Doesn't surprise me!

Look his still a baby so sweet and cute .So sad why hurt a baby .

Thank God the crime scene photos were never put out. People should never see such unspeakable horror. Bless the police officers and coroner who had to see it and will never forget. And bless Denise for what she's doing to help those kids.

People judged me for having a backpack lead when my son started walking. It's awful but this kind of thing is why many have them.

How absolutely unfair that these kids get to have their identities protected?! They get to have a LIFE. What a dang travesty. I never heard of this case before. Dang, I was only 13. I can’t even imagine.

When I saw how small he was on those security camera pictures I started crying ... poor baby. My heart goes out to his family.

How this woman got through this, kept some order of semblance in her life, is quite frankly inspiring!

This breaks my heart. If I saw 2 young boys with a toddler I would have walked with them to the police station, not just let them go. How sad :( Poor mom

I remember this story as a kid in the 80's, it stuck with me into adulthood and parenthood, I made my daughter wear a harness when we went out. 2 10 year old boys changed my perspective forever about the world I lived in, it was no longer safe!!

To my mind this was an unforgivable crime. No one in their right mind expect a murder by children. Why are the UK so lenient about this? Giving them new identities makes a mockery of justice. They were given a license to kill Venables proved his sick twisted mind could never be rehabilitated. Mrs. Bulger will never get over this injustice. I know I wouldn't.

I have a grandson who is very similar to James. I could not imagine living without him. I have very much touched this very sad case.

If Satan had a son he would look like jon venables.

💔💔💔 The case of James Bulger is one of the most heartbreaking ones I've ever heard about. I'm glad to know that Denise has found some kind of peace and that something really positive is happening in James' name. I cannot even begin to imagine what Denise has been going through. My deepest sympathy to her always. RIP, sweet James, you'll never be forgotten.

Some people are born evil and these two were evil, I'll never forget the shock when It was revealed that James's killers were two ten year old kids To think they set out and planned to kill at such a young age was mindboggling ,If they had not been caught they would have killed again. God Bless your soul James and God Bless your parents

My God. The bags under the mother's eyes at the press conference show that she cried and cried...I can't possibly imagine 💔

Just after this case came to light, a friend and I were in a shopping centre when a woman picked up a toddler and ran. We ran off in pursuit with adrenaline pumping. She got outside, whipped down his pants and he peed into the gutter. I don't think I have ever felt so relieved.

This was horrific and those boys should have been punished severely from the start . No excuses should have been accepted , broken homes etc

I am reading her book and her story even before James' murder is one of survival and courage. She's really been a force to be reckon with. I admire her courage.

My heart breaks for mom, I am also a mother who has lost a son to murder in 2015. Hugs and prayers for you 🙏 love ❤ from Iowa.

I will never forget beautiful little James Bulger and the story of his murder. I'm so glad his mum can celebrate his life in this befitting way.

Denise I was visiting England when this horrendous crime happened. I felt the pain of losing little James even though I never met him. I simply cannot imagine how you and your family felt and went through this ordeal. Little James will always be in our hearts and our minds when we think of his lovely smile.

Man if that was my child I don't care how old those other little kids were I'd be in prison ..

Red Balloon school is truly a life saver for these kids! There should be many more of these schools around the world!!! No child deserves to be bullied!!!

It sounds like the Red Balloon did as much to heal her as it does to help heal the children. That is BRILLIANT! I wish the school systems in the U.S. would allow programs like that here. It's absolutely wonderful that she can finally allow herself to feel positive again! Good ending!

I have never been so afraid of a photo... Jon Venables photo is absolutely haunting.

My youngest was two when this happened. Denise has found love, a family, most importantly a purpose, a reason to live and it's helping her heal. I'm so happy for her.

I remember when this happened. There was a lot of coverage here in the states too. It broke my heart and I've thought about James over the years. May his poor mother be at peace. We still think about you Denise. ❤️😪

If you’re dumb and curious like me... the full details on the what exactly they did to the kid is online.. however I regret reading it. My heart is truly shattered. Those monsters got off way too easily.

I've seen this story twice and I don't understand 10 year Olds wanting to hurt a 2 year old. RIP James 🙏.

At 10 yrs old I was abused, from a unloving dysfunctional family but that never made me do anything so unspeakable and horrific, I wish nothing but joy and peace for this beautiful baby and family and will celebrate the memory of this beautiful child

Watching this today made me feel so sad. I remember seeing this on the news - my 2 children were around the same age as little James. I cannot imagine how Denise felt but good on her that she has decided that she would help other children. The World will never forget this story about this terrible crime.

My only hope whenever something as horrific like this happens... is that there's a wonderful promise of a resurrection for dead loved ones... you will see him again for certain...not for nothing he was a ray of sunshine in your life... these great schools of helping bullied other youngsters indicates your lovely caring heart... safe journeys & all that's positive to you ...

This case always twists my gut such a sad case, i hope they'll reunite once she passes, however im glad she's doing better now.

Good on your Denise, glad you found a positive and are doing something to help kids that need it. James would be proud of his mummy. He was a beautiful boy and I'm sure he would have been a fantastic young man. It is so wrong those evil excuses for people were allowed out into society, they knew exactly what they were doing, it was pre planned premeditated and unfortunately if it wasn't James it would have been another little boy. I don't think anyone would question you protecting your kids now after all you went through. It is not over protective, I would be the same.

As the mother of a 3 year old boy, with a very friendly disposition, this hurts my heart 💔 I took my son out of the country last month and you best believe I gripped his hand tightly when we went out! He did not like that but I didn't care! I get sooo paranoid about these things omg! Those guys wouldn't have survived another day that's how crazy I could get when it comes to my kid! I pray for solace and comfort for her! No one should ever go through that pain!

As the mother of a two year old I cannot fathom the horror and pain this mother must have felt...and then to learn what was done to him. It is clear that those children were not right and any other crime they commit will be on the hands of every single person that keep their identities hidden.

This is such a heartbreaking story 💔 My kids are 23, 17, and 15 now but I cannot imagine the pain this poor mother still endures to this very day. God bless.

And then you let these murderers out a send them to my country shame on you One a dirty rock spider and god knows what other ones doing New names new identity Not right no justice for this poor little James

I remember when that happened and I was horrified when the news put out what happened to that lovely child. And the two children that did it, I just can't imagine what was going through their minds as 10 year olds. It's sad and disgusting how would they come up with killing him like they did. God bless you James, may you rest in peace. God bless your mom that she finds peace.

Some people are born evil

I'm so proud of his mum and I wish her nothing but positivity especially with the Red Balloon Project. This will not only help her but she will saves the lives of so many children. I truly admire her strength and I am sure little James's spirit is by her side every step of the way.

This is so sickening and scary

I feel so bad for this mom. City should do more. In memories of him. Rip James 🇺🇸

After seeing so many documentaries on James, it's so refreshing to see one that ends on such a positive note. My thanks to the producers of this segment.

I remember this story and still cannot wrap my head around how children can be so brutal and hearty and cruel with such evilness that lives inside a child! What they did to him is incomprehensible! The pain this poor child went thru and how scared he must have been breaks my heart and makes my blood boil to no end! These two kids should never see the light of day and should be prosecuted just like an adult even if they are 10 years old or not it’s capital murder in my book... may this little angel RIP and these evil killers get what they deserve!

Michael Jackson also sent the family a bouquet of flowers and a message of condolence having heard about the murder and knowing James was such a big fan, that was heartwarming to know

One of the most heartbreaking stories ever

When her voice broke asking for her baby back, omg😢😭

I can't finish watching this. It is beyond heartbreaking. I am so sorry for the mother and poor little boy.

The picture of jon venables creeps me out so much..he literally looks so evil

I remember when this happened,I live in Scandinavia but it was on the news and in the newspapers for days. I thought it was absolutely terrible,I cried for James as if he was my own child. Later on I saw a documentary of the murderers in jail and one man who was one of theirs mentor talked and tried to explain how nice the boys have become and how they deserv a new chance!!! I wanted to shout at him that it doesnt matter if they have changed and become better persons; they murdered a little child and they should never ever be set free,they are monsters,they are not normal,they don't belong in society!!! I don't know where they are today,but I hope they read this and knows that most of us see them as horrible sick monsters and we don't think they deserve anything good ever. Poor James mother,I feel so terrible sorry for her❤️

I wish i could go back in time and prevent that disaster.

I remember this case like it was yesterday. So horrendous I couldn’t believe it. I felt so bad for that baby. For those kids to get such a short sentence is ridiculous!

After all these years, this case still shocks me

Such a tragic, situation and yet this wonderful Mother has been able to turn it into something so special and positive for other at risk children ~ Beautiful Things by Beautiful people who know what pain and suffering are.

So sad there really are no words one could never imagine the horror, Denise Bulger you are an amazing strong woman.Sending you love.xo

My heart is broken into pieces 😔. Little James... rest in peace sweetheart ❤

I too remember this horrific crime I don't think any of us will forget James. The killers got off too light. So proud of you Mom and this life you have made.

I honestly encourage people not to look up the details as to the state James Bulger's body was found in.

I'm mixed between sorrow and joy and I think that's ok. RIP baby boy. Brava mommie and family.

Oh ,I seen this story before.. absolutely horrific! I can't bare to watch this again!

I love the idea of the school at the end. As a person who faced bullying and hated school, it’s good to see there are good people in this world and something good has come from such a horrible tragedy.

Protecting these two boys' identities is absolutely ludicrous and not to mention a minimum of 8 years sentence for these horrific crimes, what a miscarriage of justice. Disgraceful.

that's why you should not take your eyes off with your babies, i mean this is absolutely horrifying, 2 little boys do this im so sorry for his mom

she has a stillbirth and then this... i dont know if i could go on after all that. this mothers incredibly strong

🙏🏼😢 I am so so sorry For the mother and family my heart is with you my prayers are with you and bless you and your child😭🙏🏼