Under the Bridge Ending Explained & Spoilers: Who Are the Real Killers?

May 29, 2024

The ending of Under the Bridge finally lets fans know the answer to the question of who killed 14-year-old Reena Virk. With multiple shocking revelations coming to light in the conclusive episode, several fans have been wondering about the fate of the leading characters in the show.

So, here is a detailed breakdown of what went down in the Under the Bridge finale.

What happened at the end and who killed Reena in Under the Bridge finale?

The ending of Under the Bridge not only reveals the identities of Reena’s killers but also sheds light on what actually transpired on that fateful night. It is revealed that the Shoreline Six launched a pre-planned attack on Reena under the guise of conducting an initiation.

Under Josephine’s leadership, the teenagers ruthlessly assault Reena under a bridge, kicking and punching her until Laila’s delayed intervention. A determined Reena manages to survive and attempts to get back to a safe place. However, she is trailed by Kelly and Warren, who reveal themselves once she reaches the other side of the bridge.

There, the twisted duo assaults Reena for the second time that night, with Kelly leading the charge. After beating her mercilessly, the two proceed to hold her head underwater, which ultimately results in her death.

What happened to Warren and Kelly after Reena’s death?

While Warren is seen expressing remorse for his despicable actions in the series, Kelly denies any involvement until the very end. She is also given a softer treatment as opposed to her partner in crime.

Consequently, Kelly is only sentenced to five years in prison, with the judge stating her decent grades, family support, and affection towards animals as justification for the lenient verdict. In real life, Kelly Marie Ellard underwent several trials following the initial judgment and was ultimately sentenced to life in 2005. She later changed her name to Kerry Marie Sim and was granted conditional day parole in 2017.

Warren, as opposed to Kelly, experiences a change of heart as the show’s ending draws close. Having lied about his involvement in Reena’s murder throughout, he finally comes clean in the finale. The then 16-year-old finally realizes the magnitude of his crime following a conversation with Suman Virk and eventually decides to own up to his mistakes.

In reality, Warren Glowatski was charged with second-degree murder and was ultimately given a life sentence in 1999. According to CBC, he attended several rehabilitation programs before receiving full parole in 2010.