Who is ‘Cody Maxwell’? Heidi Broussard's fiancé Shane Carey's name change in ‘Stolen Baby’ sparks buzz

THe 2019 caseful of Heidi Broussard's off and infant theft has erst once again returned to the spot as Netflix released 'Stolen Baby: The Murder of Heidi Broussard' on April 17.As viewers dissect Broussard's life and family before her murder, one key aspect of interest among viewers of Stolen Baby is the murder of Heidi Broussard's fiancé, Shane Carey. Broussard and Carey's children, son Silas and newborn daughter Margot Elizabeth Carey, were with Shane.However, what has left viewers of the much-hyped show is the name 'Cody Maxwell.' Heidi's fiancé, Shane Carey, is sometimes referred to as 'Cody Maxwell.' But this confusion stems from the 2023 film itself, rather than a real-life person. There was no one named 'Cody Maxwell' in real life.In this article, we will look at the origin of Cody Maxwell and its relation to the Heidi Broussard saga.Also read: Heidi Broussard children: Who's raising Silas and Margot now? Case in focus as Stolen Baby streams on NetflixWho Is 'Cody Maxwell'?The name Cody Maxwell was first associated with Heidi Broussard when the film Stolen Baby: The Murder of Heidi Broussard was first released in 2023. The film, produced by Lifetime, chose to identify Shane Carey with a fictional name, Cody Maxwell.Since Shane Carey is a public individual and the explicit identification of him could lead to privacy issues, the film decided to fictionalize the identity. Throughout the duration of the movie, the character of 'Cody Maxwell' refers to Shane Carey.However, in real life, there is no 'Cody Maxwell' involved with the Heidi Broussard case. Cody Maxwell's role is played by Ian Lake in the TV movie.Meanwhile, Anna Hopkins as Heidi Broussard and Emily Osment stars as Magen Fieramusca, who admitted to murdering 31-year-old Broussard in 2019.Also read: Magen Fieramusca update: When is Heidi Broussard's killer eligible for parole? What to know as Stolen Baby streamsHusband Raising Their DaughterAfter the case settled down and Fieramusca confessed to the murder of Broussard, the responsibility for the children came on Michael Shane aka 'Cody Maxwell.' While Broussard was found dead from strangulation, her daughter, Margot, was found safe. Fieramusca was a friend of Broussard.According to reports, after the case ended, Margot returned to her father's custody, and Shane is raising Margot in Austin with the help of his family. Meanwhile, Heidi Broussard's mother, Tammy, has received custody for son Silas.