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FBI Missteps & The Missing Clothes: The Cold Case of Sebastian Rogers True Crimers, welcome back to Break the Case. In this deep-dive, Jennifer Coffindaffer takes us inside the heartbreaking and still-unsolved disappearance of Sebastian Rogers, the 15-year-old from Hendersonville, Tennessee, whose case has gone cold — but not closed. We break down the FBI's newly released statement, including the errors that immediately raised red flags: wrong dates, wrong age, and shifting details about what Sebastian was last seen wearing. Was it a sweatshirt? A shirt with Star Wars, Minecraft, or Halloween graphics? Sweatpants or Adidas track pants? Even the smallest contradictions matter in a case where the truth has been so elusive. Jennifer also dissects the “bang vs. thud” discrepancy, the dashcam evidence from Katie Proudfoot's car, the controversy over why 911 wasn't called, and why phrases like “almost every home searched” simply aren't good enough. We revisit the flashlight theory, the “green hoodie” person at Texas Roadhouse, and how the FBI clarified — and corrected — some of the case's most persistent rumors. This isn't just about a missing teen. It's about accountability, transparency, and keeping Sebastian's name alive when the headlines have faded. With insights from former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer, we examine whether this investigation has been thorough — or whether critical mistakes may have cost precious time and clarity. Stay with us as we push past the inconsistencies, question the official narrative, and continue demanding answers for Sebastian. Topics Covered: FBI mistakes in public releases Conflicting accounts of Sebastian's last clothing The “bang” heard the night before he vanished Dashcam footage & neighborhood search limitations Why the “green hoodie” theory collapsed The missing flashlight detail and what it really means Why Sebastian's case remains cold — not closed Sebastian deserves the truth. And so do we. Hashtags #SebastianRogers #TrueCrime #BreakTheCase #JenniferCoffindaffer #ColdCase #MissingPersons #FBI #TBI #JusticeForSebastian #HiddenKillers Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Judge Dwight D. Moore's “Probation” — Now a Baby Is Dead? | The Emmanuel Haro Case True Crimers—this one is hard. Tonight we break down the rapid-fire timeline in the Emmanuel Haro case and ask the question no one wants to confront: how did a man with a documented history of horrific child abuse end up with probation—and how did we get from there to a deceased infant and murder charges for both parents? Host Jake walks through the week-by-week chronology: the Aug. 14 “parking-lot attack” and fake abduction story; early inconsistencies flagged by investigators; search warrants at the Haro home; Aug. 22 arrests; the big press conference and a contested narrative about a supposed jailhouse admission; and the Sept. 4 arraignment with not-guilty pleas and a Sept. 17 preliminary hearing on the calendar. We unpack the jurisdiction tangle (San Bernardino vs. Riverside), why venue matters, and how prosecutors can still hold a defendant on a probation violation while they build the homicide case. We also put a spotlight on the 2018 infant-abuse case that ended in a 2023 probation outcome under visiting Judge Dwight D. Moore—after a plea to child cruelty and a suspended prison term. What does “suspended” actually mean? Why do some judges accept these pleas? And how does a later violation revive that time, stackable with any new sentence? Legal analysis dives into the debated “Perkins operation”—the undercover-cellmate tactic that's legal under Illinois v. Perkins—and what counts as a “confession” vs. a statement. We explore the charging posture against Rebecca Haro (murder vs. potential accessory after the fact), how digital evidence, forensic interviews with other children, and blood evidence could reshape the case, and why the death penalty is off the table in practice in California (gubernatorial moratorium), even if it exists in statute. Bottom line: Justice is slow, but it moves. This episode is fact-driven, emotionally grounded, and focused on accountability without graphic language. If you're new here, subscribe and share—cases like this need the daylight. Hashtags #EmmanuelHaro #RebeccaHaro #JakeHaro #RiversideCounty #SanBernardino #JudgeDwightDMoore #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #PerkinsOperation #JusticeForEmmanuel Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Donna Adelson- From Game show contestant to murderer? With Dr. Carmela Epright In this breaking news true crime special, we unpack the latest chapter in the Trial of Donna Adelson, the Miami matriarch prosecutors say helped orchestrate a murder-for-hire plot that ended the life of Florida State law professor Dan Markel in 2014. Drawing on years of investigative reporting, courtroom testimony, and expert analysis, this in-depth recap walks viewers through the people, the motive, and the evidence that turned a bitter custody fight into a homicide case that has gripped the true crime community. Our discussion centers on Donna Adelson's alleged role, her influence over her children, and the prosecution's theory that the goal was simple and ruthless: free Wendi/Wendy Adelson to relocate the children to South Florida. We examine the state's narrative piece by piece—beginning with the hitmen already convicted, moving through the middle-man links, and landing squarely on the items jurors heard in court: a day planner containing Dan Markel's license plate, wiretapped calls that captured the family's reactions, and the undercover “bump” that set key conversations in motion. We also assess the explosive “jailhouse script” allegation—handwritten lines a witness says Donna wanted her to memorize—raising stark questions about consciousness of guilt and witness coaching. Beyond the documents and recordings, the human drama is undeniable. Philosopher and neuropsychiatry scholar Dr. Carmela Epright offers a clear psychological lens on power, control, and family dynamics, including the testimony of Rob Adelson, whose account of his upbringing and estrangement delivered one of the trial's most emotional moments. We also revisit testimony about Wendi/Wendy Adelson's movements the day of the shooting and why prosecutors argue those facts matter. Lastly, we evaluate the defense's performance, the strategy missteps that drew headlines, and the looming questions about what may come next—whether additional charges are possible and how any verdict could shape the pursuit of justice for Dan Markel. This is not speculation; it's a methodical news recap with the tone of an investigative podcast, designed to help viewers follow the timeline, understand the evidence, and weigh the stakes. From missing-person alerts to murder-for-hire prosecutions, true crime reporting lives in the details, and this case is defined by them: texts, travel plans, financial threads, and voices on a line that never stopped recording. If you follow court trials, justice reform, or high-profile family-crime cases, this is the essential digest you need to get up to speed and stay there. #DonnaAdelson #WendiAdelson #DanMarkel #CharlieAdelson #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #MurderForHire #JusticeForDan #Courtroom #Wiretaps

Where Is Sebastian Rogers? New Expert Analysis on the Missing Teen Fifteen-year-old Sebastian Rogers vanished in February 2024 under circumstances that continue to baffle both investigators and the public. Reported missing from his Tennessee home by his mother, Katie Proudfoot, Sebastian — who was autistic — has not been seen on any neighborhood cameras, nor has there been physical evidence proving he ever left the house that night. In this episode of Break the Case with Jennifer Coffindaffer, retired homicide detective Dale Lundberg brings decades of experience to dissect the troubling inconsistencies surrounding the case. From the unusual detail that Sebastian supposedly left barefoot on a cold night, to the unanswered questions about the dogs in the home not alerting, Lundberg applies both his investigative background and his personal experience working with children on the autism spectrum to highlight why the story doesn't add up. The discussion also touches on the Proudfoots' decision to move out of the home shortly after Sebastian's disappearance, allegations of abuse and neglect, and the haunting lack of video or forensic evidence confirming any of the family's account. With law enforcement largely silent since early 2024, this conversation underscores the frustration many feel: that a vulnerable child vanished, yet answers remain elusive. As the case grows colder in the public eye, Break the Case is committed to keeping Sebastian's story alive. Families of missing children deserve clarity, and Sebastian deserves justice. If you have information that could help, authorities continue to encourage tips — even the smallest detail could matter. #SebastianRogers #TrueCrime #MissingPerson #ColdCase #JenniferCoffindaffer #BreakTheCase #TrueCrimeCommunity #CrimeNews #JusticeForSebastian #Investigations Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

In a stunning development in the Madeline Soto case, convicted killer Stefan Sterns has escaped the death penalty after prosecutors accepted a plea deal sentencing him to life in prison. Madeline Soto, just 11 years old, was subjected to years of horrific abuse by Sterns — her mother's boyfriend — before she was ultimately murdered. Prosecutors initially divided the charges into two categories: the sexual assault counts and the homicide. The death penalty was on the table in the murder case, and under Florida's new laws it could have also been pursued in the child sexual abuse case. Yet, in a move that has shocked many, Sterns pleaded guilty across the board and received life without parole. Former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer sat down with former Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg to break down this controversial decision. Together, they examine why the death penalty wasn't pursued, what role prosecutorial discretion played, and how political realities — including Florida's governor and past conflicts over prosecutors who opposed capital punishment — may have influenced the outcome. Coffindaffer and Aronberg also confront tough questions about Madeline's mother, Jennifer Soto, who has not been charged despite allowing her daughter to live in dangerous proximity to Sterns. Could prosecutors still bring charges against her? Or did evidentiary gaps prevent a case from moving forward? The discussion raises broader concerns about plea bargaining, justice for victims of child abuse, and whether life in prison is enough in cases this severe.

Jennifer Coffindaffer takes on one of the most bizarre claims to come out of the Austin Drummond case. Drummond, accused of murdering four people in Lake County, Tennessee, and abandoning a baby in a stranger's yard, has now declared that he was a confidential FBI informant. According to him, his “cover was blown,” and somehow the murders were connected to his work with federal authorities. But does this claim make sense? Could Drummond have ever actually been an FBI source? And what does it really mean to be an informant inside the Bureau? In this Break the Case episode, former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer draws on her 25 years of experience to explain how informant programs actually function. From quotas and categories of sources, to the checks, balances, and risks that agents face when handling informants, she provides an inside look at a world few ever get to see. Coffindaffer also pulls back the curtain on Drummond's background — his gang ties to the Vice Lords, his history behind bars, and his inappropriate relationship with a prison guard that reportedly produced a child. She explains why those details matter in evaluating both his credibility and his possible motive. And perhaps most striking, she warns about the danger Drummond has now created for himself. By publicly declaring he was an FBI informant, he's effectively placed a massive target on his back inside prison. Among gangs, being a “rat” is one of the most dangerous reputations you can carry — and Drummond just gave himself that label. So was Drummond ever an informant? Maybe, in some minor capacity at some point. But Coffindaffer makes clear: it has nothing to do with the quadruple murder charges he now faces.

Former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer pulls no punches in this urgent episode of Break The Case. Tonight, she takes us inside one of the first written communications ever made public from Idaho murder defendant Bryan Kohberger — a handwritten letter sent to the deputy warden of the Idaho Maximum Security Institution. The letter, dated July 30, 2025, shows Kohberger pleading for a transfer to a different prison block, claiming harassment, verbal threats, and mistreatment. But what's most shocking isn't his request — it's the entitled tone of a man convicted of brutally taking four young lives who still believes he can manipulate his surroundings like he once tried to manipulate his victims. Coffindaffer, who has analyzed countless high-profile criminals throughout her FBI career, breaks down not just the content of Kohberger's note but also his sloppy, childlike handwriting. She compares his writing style to other infamous killers like Ted Bundy, Dennis Rader (BTK), and Danny Rolling — exploring what these details say about his mindset behind bars. In this episode, you'll hear why Jennifer believes Kohberger's behavior is typical of manipulative inmates, why his complaints don't hold up against the brutal reality of maximum-security prison life, and why families of the Idaho 4 victims must feel enraged by his continued attempts to control the narrative. The conversation also expands to cases like Richard Allen (Delphi), the Menendez brothers, and the ongoing search for baby Emmanuel Haro — showing how justice, memory, and accountability must remain front and center in a system that too often forgets victims over time. If you want unfiltered analysis and the truth about what really happens inside America's most notorious cases, don't miss this episode. #BryanKohberger #JenniferCoffindaffer #Idaho4 #BreakTheCase #TrueCrime #PrisonLetter #KohbergerTrial #IdahoMurders #DelphiCase #MenendezBrothers

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