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Just two moms hiding in our closets, drinking and talking true crime. The world is scary, people suck, hide in your closet.

Cristy & Beth


    • Mar 31, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 47m AVG DURATION
    • 252 EPISODES

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    The Crimes & Closets podcast is an absolute gem in the world of true crime podcasts. From the very beginning, it's clear that the hosts are not only knowledgeable about their subject matter, but also incredibly entertaining and engaging. Despite some initial sound issues in the first few episodes, the hosts are quick to respond to fan requests and improve their audio quality. What sets this podcast apart is the feeling of intimacy and camaraderie that it creates. It feels like sitting in a closet with your closest friends, talking about true crime and sharing a good laugh.

    One of the best aspects of The Crimes & Closets podcast is the incredible storytelling ability of the hosts. They have a knack for selecting intriguing cases that may not be as well-known or overdone as others in the genre. This keeps listeners engaged and interested, always eager to hear what they will cover next. Additionally, their research is thorough and comprehensive, ensuring that listeners get all the necessary information about each case. The hosts' witty banter adds another layer of entertainment, making it feel like you're having a conversation with your best friends.

    While there aren't many negative aspects to be found in The Crimes & Closets podcast, one area for improvement could be consistency in audio quality. Although they resolve sound issues quickly, it can be slightly distracting during the early episodes. However, this minor issue doesn't take away from the overall enjoyment of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The Crimes & Closets podcast is an absolute must-listen for true crime enthusiasts. The hosts' humor, storytelling skills, and dedication to their craft make this podcast stand out from others in the genre. Whether you're a long-time crime junkie or new to true crime podcasts, you're sure to find entertainment and fascination in every episode. So grab your flashlight and join these incredible women as they delve into some of the most intriguing and lesser-known criminal cases out there. You won't be disappointed!



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    The Last One

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 126:01


    The Finale.Always remember...The world is scary, people suck, hide in your closets.....And also....We LOVE YOU!Beth & CristySources for Menendez Brothers and Casey Anthony:https://people.com/all-about-casey-anthony-parents-george-cindy-anthony-8422484https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Caylee_Anthonyhttps://parade.com/culture/where-is-casey-anthony-nowhttps://parade.com/culture/where-is-casey-anthony-nowhttps://www.foxnews.com/us/most-hated-mom-casey-anthony-returns-national-spotlight-after-acquittal-daughters-murderhttps://abcnews.go.com/US/da-reconsider-resentencing-menendez-brothers-admit-lies/story?id=119967273https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/20/menendez-brothers-los-angeleshttps://abcnews.go.com/US/menendez-brothers-timeline-1989-murders-new-fight-freedom/story?id=116243650https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-03-05/menendez-brothers-challenge-hochman-dismissal-new-trialhttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/menendez-brothers-attorney-says-l-county-das-withdrawal-decision-re-tr-rcna195778Sources for Karen Read and Idaho Murders:

    Grant Solomon and Mark Himebaugh Case Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 94:20


    Today's episode is special. We are going back and taking a look at two of our controversial cases. We invited our supportive husbands, Wes and Emery, so discuss both of these cases and get their opinions. Join us this week as we discuss these awful cases.

    The Huntington Teenage Murders

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 41:46


    In May of 2005, 4 teens were gunned down in the early morning hours by an unknown person or persons. One of the teens, Donte Ward, was connected to a known Detroit drug ring run by Cherylethia “Bunny” Holmes. The other three, Eddrick Clark, Michael Dillon, and Megan Post, were collateral damage as witnesses to an alleged hit that was put out on their friend. The case is not cold, but it is not solved. Who committed these Huntington Murders? Join us in the closet this week as we discuss a case from Beth's hometown. Sources:https://www.wsaz.com/content/news/WSAZ-Investigates--The-Huntington-Prom-Night-Murders-15-years-later-570679661.htmlhttps://www.wsaz.com/content/news/Teens-remembered-ahead-of-homicide-anniversary--423370864.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna7953417https://www.npr.org/2005/05/27/4669689/w-va-murders-linked-to-crack-dealinghttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/67264359/eddrick-jamon-clarkhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/46821694/michael-christopher-dillonhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22588977/megan-brooke-postonhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/66590410/donte%27_lee-wardhttps://wchstv.com/news/local/annual-day-of-hope-held-in-memory-of-quadruple-murder-victimshttps://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/day-of-hope-to-return-next-weekend/article_731d533b-5e96-56b8-b3a5-9ed70b3e4f4a.htmlhttps://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/connected-in-crime-history-of-drug-pipeline-between-the-city-of-detroit-and-west-virginiahttps://www.courtswv.gov/sites/default/pubfilesmnt/2023-12/11-0436memo.pdfhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/235357609/wendy-jean-morganhttps://apps.wv.gov/OIS/OffenderSearch/DOC/Offender/Details?Id=YKoagkb6y2AffCQNUBR09S%2BYfChyfYvvZ4Cu%2FQwJATSoFAefPjUUzl17Fpjxs5oZusFwUfVSItwawy91r6IiSjI%2BT2pDT7WKCjmSkjD%2FyryNFMBLW2XmFQhqZOqqwKvh2SBnVwEqahzSAIK3INsN75%2Bd2raQipJQAa%2F029D8lUQ%3Dwww.herald-dispatch.com (subscription required) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heroin%28e%29

    The Coleman Family Tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 47:19


    The Coleman Family Tragedy revolves around the tragic murders of Sheri Coleman, and her two young sons, Gavin and Garett, in 2009. Chris Coleman was initially considered a loving husband and father, but the case took a shockingturn when he was arrested and charged with the murders. The case shocked the community and drew widespread media attention due to the seemingly perfect family façade and the shocking nature of the crime.Sources:48 Hours –The writing on the wallhttps://www.paramountpressexpress.com/cbs-entertainment/shows/48-hours/releases/?view=31642-coming-up-on-48-hours-mystery-televangelist-joyce-meyers-former-head-of-security-found-guilty-in-triple-murder-the-writing-on-the-wall-saturday-may-5https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/36949526/sheri_ann-colemanhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/36949552/garett_dominic_eugene_colemanhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/36949583/gavin_christopher_colemanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/man-accused-of-killing-family-texts-girlfriend-from-wifes-funeral/https://www.bnd.com/news/local/article17744801.htmlhttps://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/the-coleman-triple-murder/20/https://fox2now.com/news/sheri-colemans-family-fights-to-move-graves/https://yen.com.gh/facts-lifehacks/biographies/205517-chris-coleman-coleman-family-murders-what-happened-today/https://www.stlpr.org/2011-05-05/coleman-guilty-of-murdershttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/ex-marine-chris-coleman-found-guilty-of-murdering-wife-kids-on-second-anniversay-of-ill-killings/https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna30841214https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/crime/chris-coleman-seeking-new-trial-in-2011-murder-of-wife-sons/63-b875b90c-cb08-4eaa-8dc3-451cfdcc044ehttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/chris-coleman-gets-3-life-sentences-for-ill-strangulation-deaths-of-wife-two-sons/https://www.courthousenews.com/lawsuit-dismissed-after-triple-murder/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/did-chris-colemans-obsession-lead-to-triple-murder

    Sarah Sweeney

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 44:39


    Sarah Sweeney was a 39 year old podiatrist living with her fire captain boyfriend in St. Louis, Missouri. In January of 2024 she was found dead in their home from a lethal drug overdose. Her death caused the media, law enforcement, and family members to speculate on the death of Grace Holland, Sarah's boyfriend's ex-fiance. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss Sarah and Grace's lives and their tragic deaths.*If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence you are not alone and you deserve to be safe. Please call 1 (800) 799 – 7233Sources:https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/legg-calve-perthes-diseasehttps://www.salemfh.com/obituaries/Sarah-Kathleen-Sweeney?obId=30422024https://nypost.com/2024/03/06/us-news/missouri-doc-found-dead-by-murderer-fiance-died-from-overdose/https://nypost.com/2024/01/31/news/missouri-doc-feared-murderer-fiance-robert-daus-before-death/https://www.foxnews.com/us/doctors-ex-employer-sought-subpoena-firefighter-boyfriend-before-she-died-his-house-court-docshttps://www.foxnews.com/us/missouri-firefighters-doctor-girlfriend-died-multiple-drug-intoxication-manner-undeterminedhttps://www.hngn.com/articles/256266/20240125/sarah-sweeneys-death-missouri-firefighters-claim-contradicts-autopsy-incident-happened-years-after-ex-lover-died-in-same-residence.htmhttps://www.the-sun.com/news/10137083/sarah-sweeney-grace-holland-dead-fire-chief/https://www.crimescoop.org/news/grace-holland-supported-her-fire-captain-fianc-her-violent-death-under-allegedly-suspicious-circumstances-has-put-the-focus-on-the-captainhttps://www.facebook.com/donate/628474724440597/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12998871/Missouri-fire-chief-mysteriously-doctor-fianc-e-39-dead-house-sued-previous-fianc-es-family-claim-killed-mentally-physically-abused-shot-head.htmlhttps://www.the-sun.com/news/10176823/firefighter-robert-daus-911-call-dead/https://www.foxnews.com/us/missouri-firefighters-fiancee-autopsy-reveals-suspicious-scenario-experts-sayhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/liberty-artworks/https://www.facebook.com/libertyartworks?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=PhWc9nUblb5Tnmd8&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19rQraVgRd%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr#

    Linda Trinh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 36:05


    Linda Trinh was a 21-year-old student at Johns Hopkins University. She was a bright young lady who had quite the future ahead of her. She wanted to research cures for diseases and based on the work she had done, she would have been an asset to the profession. Join us as we discuss the murder of such a shining star. Sources: https://pages.jh.edu/gazette/2005/31jan05/31trinh.html https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna16530687 https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2007/01/donta-allen-sentenced-to-life-for-trinh-murder-86668/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/2005/01/26/police-believe-victim-knew-her-attacker/d7baeee2-7b88-4ec5-9501-2e971b1bad23/ https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2005/03/arrest-made-in-trinh-case-61575 https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2005/mar/23/20050323-095814-3280r/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/2005/03/24/dna-leads-to-arrest-in-slaying/a6dcdc40-2fcc-459d-a61a-b966bb9310dc/ https://pages.jh.edu/gazette/2006/27nov06/27guilty.html https://pages.jh.edu/gazette/2007/16jan07/16briefs.html https://pages.jh.edu/gazette/2007/16jan07/16briefs.html https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2007/jan/8/20070108-111421-9865r/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/2005/01/30/brilliant-student-mourned/0905d837-e508-4a92-ae5b-96c3d672b728/

    Kadie Major

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 62:57


    In January 2008, Kadie Major was a 26 year old mom to 10 month old River Lynn and pregnant with a son she planned to name Aidan Robert. On a cold night, Kadie and River went missing. They were later found nearby to train tracks. Their deaths were ruled a tragic Murder-Suicide. However, the story about their last moments alive just doesn't seem to add up to Kadie's family. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the case of Kadie and her babies.  *If you have any information about the deaths of Kadie, River, and Aidan Major please contact the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office at 1-843-719-7700 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers at 1-843-554-1111. There is a $25,000 reward for information. Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/24456312/kadie-lee-major https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/24456332/river_lynn_major https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/72075754/aadon_robert_major https://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-aaron-major-now/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/case-reopened-into-mysterious-deaths-of-s-c-woman-kadie-major-and-daughter-after-48-hours-investigation/ https://www.cbsnews.com/video/fatal-crossing/ https://kadieandherbabies.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Victoriahall65/

    Truman State Suicides

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 43:16


    Between 2016-2017, five young lives were tragically lost to suicide at Truman State University and its surrounding community. A chilling connection? All five deaths had ties to the same fraternity, Alpha Kappa Lambda. Legal battles have ensued, but the truth remains elusive. What do you think—tragedy or something darker? ⚠️ Need help? Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text HOME to 741741. Sources: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/04/19/a-mysterious-suicide-cluster https://www.schrader.com/obituary/4778450 https://www.playlerimermillard.com/obituaries/4094054 https://commonreader.wustl.edu/c/talking-suicide-blues/ https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/glenna-haught-obituary?pid=186019308 https://www.baue.com/obituaries/joshua-michael-thomas https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/gladstone-mo/alexander-mullins-7042322 https://www.riverfronttimes.com/news/mom-settles-with-fraternity-over-truman-state-suicide-cluster-claims-41150270 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/truman-state-university-suicides-lawsuit-alpha-kappa-lambda-brother-accused-encouraging-suicides/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/missouri-fraternity-leader-encouraged-five-students-take-their-own-lives-n1038491 https://abcnews.go.com/US/parents-suicide-victims-sue-truman-state-alleging-student/story?id=64728805 https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article233350912.html https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2019/08/06/parents-call-fraternity-university-negligent-string-2016-17-suicides

    Maggie Daniels

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 36:01


    Maggie Daniels was a 31 one year old beloved teacher and school counselor in North Carolina. When friends and family didn't hear from her they immediately sprung into action, and she was found brutally murdered in her apartment. DNA led investigators to a person who had made Maggie uncomfortable before and thankfully her family was able to get justice for her. Join us in the closet this week as we discussed the murder of Maggie Daniels. Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/270760177/margaret-elizabeth-daniels https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/cleveland-oh/margaret-maggie-daniels-6033184 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/maggie-daniels-sharmon-odom-neighbor-admits-killing-north-carolina-guidance-counselor/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/surveillance-photo-shows-north-carolina-teacher-maggie-daniels-day-before-murder/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/strangled-counselor-fought-life-police-evidence/story?id=24828724 https://heavy.com/news/2014/08/sharman-odom-arrested-maggie-daniels-murder-suspect-charged-rip-guidance-counselor-teacher-north-carolina/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/relatives-heartbroken-north-carolina-school-counselors-murder/story?id=24843482 https://www.wfmynews2.com/article/news/crime/unsealed-search-warrants-give-details-to-maggie-daniels-murder/83-297978648 https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/new-warrants-describe-violent-scene-at-daniels-apartment/275-292886192 https://www.wyff4.com/article/murder-suspects-mother-pleads-guilty-to-assaulting-reporters-photographer/8597166

    Martin Dillon

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 38:26


    In 1976, Martin Dillon, a promising lawyer in Montrose, PA, was shot and killed during a clay shooting trip with his friend, Dr. Stephen Scher. Scher claimed it was an accidental self-inflicted gunshot, but rumors of an affair between Scher and Martin's wife, Patricia, cast doubt. It would take many years to unravel this story. Sources: Forensic Files – Grave Evidence S16 E9 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/37037456/martin_thomas-dillon https://www.pottsmerc.com/2008/03/05/prosecutor-doctor-killed-friend-to-marry-wife/ https://greensboro.com/doctor-pushes-to-have-friends-body-exhumed/article_ab7afa66-3ae9-555b-8c39-99db103ba547.html https://www.foxnews.com/story/prosecutor-doctor-killed-best-friend-to-marry-friends-wife-in-love-triangle https://www.timesleader.com/archive/274405/stories-doctor-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-friend-over-1976-love-triangle98432 https://www.timesleader.com/archive/274405/stories-doctor-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-friend-over-1976-love-triangle98432 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/doctor-guilty-in-76-love-triangle-killing/ https://www.poconorecord.com/story/news/2002/08/25/after-decades-lies-taste-freedom/51009330007/

    Bernita White

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 34:40


    Bernita White was enjoying a local zoo in Lansing, Michigan on a summer day in June 2001. While entering the zoo with her daughter an unknown shooter fired 1 bullet and killed Bernita instantly with a high powered rifle. The identity of the shooter is still unknown 23 years later and Bernita's family is left with so many questions and no justice. Who killed Bernita White? Join us in the closet as we discuss this case.  Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/cold-case-team-to-probe-2001-lansing-zoo-killing/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/78860413/bernita-kay-white https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/lsj/name/bernita-white-obituary?id=37232767 https://medium.com/crimebeat/from-the-shadows-a4dee9fae7a8 https://www.lansingcitypulse.com/stories/cold-but-not-forgotten,10213 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqnUusEF-v0 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064836876756&fref=nf&pnref=story.unseen-section https://tncpnews.com/mi-state-trooper-accused-of-murdering-his-wife-shoots-film/ https://potterparkzoo.org/

    Christopher Gray

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 41:57


    Christopher Gray's story highlights the terrible darkness that can sometimes hide beneath small-town familiarity and the ease with which manipulation can turn fatal. Christopher's death was a tragedy of trust betrayed and kindness exploited, leaving a haunting memory for those who knew and loved him. Sources: See No Evil – S10 E4 https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/groton-man-found-dead-2-men-charged/article_16cda307-c990-505e-838f-9fa3e27014f1.html https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/30617435/christopher-gray https://www.staugustine.com/story/news/2009/09/29/3-plead-guilty-nh-murder-plot/16125796007/ https://www.fosters.com/story/news/local/2008/11/24/killing-disabled-man-troubles-small/52187105007/ https://www.fosters.com/story/news/local/2008/11/24/killing-disabled-man-troubles-small/52187105007/ https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/portsmouth-herald/2009/12/22/three-friends-sentenced-in-slaying/51762532007/ https://www.foxnews.com/story/new-hampshire-teen-sentenced-to-prison-for-murder-of-disabled-wal-mart-cashier https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/see-no-evil/walmart-surveillance-captured-the-moments-a-man-stepped-into-dangers-path https://www.sentinelsource.com/n-h-teen-gets-20-to-40-years-in-slaying-of-cashier/article_f3be1f5b-3bbe-5bb5-8f0e-15742a31f5ec.html https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/2016/01/11/man-who-facilitated-killing-from/32767308007/

    The Gitchie Manitou Murders

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 47:21


    Five teenage friends went out to Gitchie Manitou State Preserve one night in November of 1973 for a fun night of music around a campfire. Sadly, only 1 of them returned home. After being approached by 3 men claiming to be police officers, 4 of them were gunned down for no reason. The sole survivor fought bravely and was able to obtain justice for her 4 friends. Join us in the closet this week for the case of The Gitchie Manitou Murders.     Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1973_Gitchie_Manitou_murders https://thecinemaholic.com/where-are-allen-david-and-james-fryer-now/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/75479720/stewart-w-baade https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/75479796/dana_e_aade https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/44867920/roger-norman-essem https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/75716666/michael-robert-hadrath https://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-survivor-sandra-cheskey-now/ Investigation Discovery's No One Can Hear You Scream: The Gitchie Manitou Massacre (2024) Book: Gitchie Girl: The Survivor's Inside Story of the Mass Murders That Shocked The Heartland by Phil Hamman and Sandy Hammann (2016)

    Halloween Collab with WHITW

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 101:50


    Hey Closet Sisters and WHITW fans! We are back with our annual Halloween episode. We are so excited to bring you the 5th installment. Join us as Jess and Cristy tell crazy stories about some satanic cult madness. There are lots of twists and turns in these cases, so hold onto you pants and snuggle in for some crazy campfire stories! Sources for Jess: https://www.murderpedia.org/male.G/g/gecht-robin.htm https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/The_Ripper_Crew https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/ripper-crew-victims-thomas-kokoraleis/ https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/the-ripper-crew-satanic-murderers-thomas-kokoraleis https://archive.org/details/serialkillerlett0000unse/page/174/mode/1up?view=theater Sources for Cristy: newspaper.com https://murderpedia.org/male.D/d/drew-carl.htm https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/lifestyle/2013/10/06/looking-back-murder-in-satan/42739663007/ https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/fall-river-woman-convicted-of-killing-girlfriend-in-1980-granted-parole/ https://www.heraldnews.com/story/news/courts/2022/03/04/fall-river-cult-murders-robin-murphy-up-parole/9347774002/ https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/fall-river-satanic-cult-murders-epix-1174716/ Docusries on Prime : Fall River

    Sierra LeMar

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 34:07


    Sierra was a 16-year-old sophomore in high school. She had just moved and changed schools at the beginning of the year. She quickly became popular and well loved. On March 16, 2012 she never made it to school. Who would want to harm Sierra? Join us as we discuss this sad case. Sources: https://santaclara.courts.ca.gov/sites/default/files/santaclara/default/documents/gt_statement_of_facts.pdf https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/kron4-exclusive-sierra-lamars-killer-breaks-silence-in-rare-prison-letter/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/sierra-lamar#:~:text=A%20popular%2015%2Dyear%2Dold,way%20to%20school%20in%202012. https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/see-no-evil/man-convicted-of-murdering-missing-high-schooler-after-his-dna-found-on-her-discarded-pants https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/south-bay/sierra-lamars-family-remains-hopeful-10-years-after-morgan-hill-teen-vanished/2841612/ https://abc7news.com/timeline-in-sierra-lamar-kidnapping-case-closing-arguments-begin-murder-trial-antolin-garcia-torres/1949478/ https://abc7news.com/sierra-lamar-murder-trial-antolin-garcia-torres/1730889/ https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/sierra-lamar-killer-sentenced-to-life-without-parole/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/226064762/sierra_mae-lamar https://www.ktvu.com/news/sierra-lamar-friends-testify-in-murder-trial-of-antolin-garcia-torres

    Stacey Hanna

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 61:45


    Stacey Hanna was an 18 year old woman who was searching for her place as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. She believed that she had finally found her people in some friends who lived in Richmond, Virginia. Shortly after moving in, however, Stacey became an outcast within the group. It wasn't long before 4 of her so-called “friends” plotted to teach her a lesson and brutally murdered her. This is a very sad and scary case of how a “gang” mentality can end up costing someone their life.  Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/203434515/stacey-l-hanna https://thecinemaholic.com/stacey-hanna-murder/ https://morbidology.com/the-lesbian-love-triangle-murder-of-stacy-hanna/ https://www.dailycrime.com/murder-among-friends-spotlights-brutal-murder-of-stacy-hanna-that-shocked-gay-community/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3177594/Mother-s-anger-discovering-woman-killed-daughter-lesbian-slaying-released-early-anniversary-death.html Investigation Discovery's Murder Among Friends: Girls on Belmont Avenue, Season 2 Episode 2 Book: A Fatal Lie by Sally Chew 

    Stacey Mitchell

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 39:06


    Join us as we discuss the murder of Stacey Mitchell. Stacey was a 16-year-old girl who was struggling with getting along with her parents. One day in December she got into an argument with her mother and she ran away. She would never be seen by her family again. Sources: Deadly Women: Fatal Attraction S2 E2 https://www.smh.com.au/national/memorial-service-for-murdered-perth-teen-20061228-gdp4p5.html https://www.abc.net.au/news/2006-12-24/memorial-planned-for-murdered-schoolgirl/2160782 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Stacey_Mitchell https://7news.com.au/original-fyi/crime-story-investigator/australias-grisliest-murders-stacey-mitchell-and-the-faux-friends-who-killed-her-c-469462 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/25133138/stacey_lee-mitchell https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/wa/full-horror-of-stacey-mitchells-murder-revealed-ng-2588aaa3829baad017f1bfbffd9d9401 https://www.theguardian.com/world/2008/mar/07/internationalcrime.australia https://medium.com https://thewest.com.au/news/australia/daughters-murder-still-haunts-family-ng-ya-322815 https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/prison-officers-injured-in-lesbian-killer-fight-20121113-29a0q.html https://www.abc.net.au/news/2008-03-07/women-jailed-for-24-years-for-murdering-teenage/1065590 https://www.bpclaw.com.au/wheelie-bin-killer-valerie-parashumti-wants-337000-accident-compensation/

    Timothy Ferguson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 47:09


    Timothy Ferguson was a sweet, 15 year old boy, with special needs, living with his mom and 2 brothers. Timothy was found dead in his bed in July of 2022. The findings that came out after his death were horrific and showed months, if not years, of abuse, neglect, and cruelty. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the terrible case of Timothy Ferguson.  Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/248980161/timothy-richard-ferguson https://www.cbsnews.com/news/shanda-vander-ark-guilty-murder-starvation-death-disabled-15-year-old-son-michigan/ https://nypost.com/2024/01/23/news/shanda-vander-ark-gets-life-in-prison-for-torturing-disabled-son-to-death/ https://lawandcrime.com/crime/we-know-who-you-are-judge-and-victims-siblings-call-out-mom-who-starved-and-tortured-special-needs-son-to-death/ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/siblings-of-15-year-old-who-was-murdered-say-their-mother-doesnt-deserve-freedom/ar-BB1h9zor https://www.mlive.com/news/muskegon/2023/07/a-year-after-a-teen-was-found-tortured-to-death-mom-and-brother-await-trial.html?outputType=amp https://obits.mlive.com/us/obituaries/grandrapids/name/adam-vander-ark-obituary?id=44541133&_gl=1*1xui70*_ga*YW1wLThDX3hXdmxrZkl4X1BQaEY0Njh6Qnc.&_bc=1*1bgqsnu*amp_cid*YW1wLUVCanowM3pXcmRNZUxCMVkyUzA0NWc. https://www.mlive.com/news/muskegon/2024/02/man-asks-judge-for-mercy-when-sentenced-to-prison-for-torturing-brother-to-death.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuoisyLZAR4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqGvhZ6-xo0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFGBBG8nUc4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXGjDXshowg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXEfzE8BViw https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/lakeshore/muskegon/i-feel-like-a-complete-failure-norton-shores-mom-accused-of-killing-her-teen-testifies-at-murder-trial

    Darren Deon Vann

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 50:55


    Darren was an unassuming man walking among us. He had some troubles, including being other than honorably discharged from the military. He had a wife, who would be shocked at the heinous crimes he committed. Join us as we discuss this LAST serial killer. Sources: ⁠https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/137541637/afrikka-hardy⁠ ⁠https://www.nwitimes.com/police-discover-the-body-of-anith-jones/article_b7f1ba13-8930-59e6-adec-a3ae6872b359.html⁠ ⁠https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/national-international/father-says-victim-told-family-if-i-ever-go-missing-look-for-me-in-an-abandoned-house/121753/⁠ ⁠https://www.abc57.com/news/friends-of-the-family-remember-kristine-williams⁠ ⁠https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/post-tribune/name/sonya-billingsley-obituary?id=18955622⁠ ⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darren_Deon_Vann⁠ ⁠https://www.ranker.com/list/darren-deon-vann/amandasedlakhevener⁠ ⁠https://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/taped-interviews-with-indiana-serial-killer-darren-vann-reveal-more-potential-victims/2598499/⁠ ⁠https://www.cnn.com/2014/10/22/us/indiana-serial-killer-suspect/index.html⁠ ⁠https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/your-marine-corps/2014/10/22/marine-corps-booted-suspected-indiana-serial-killer-in-1993/⁠ ⁠https://abcnews.go.com/US/indiana-serial-killer-suspect-spree-dates-back-decades/story?id=26323371⁠ ⁠https://abc7chicago.com/darren-deon-vann-serial-killer-afrikka-hardy-gary-body/358131/⁠

    Phillip Ingle

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 50:24


    Phillip Ingle had a troubled past and struggled with substance abuse disorder and mental health issues. But then in 1991, he terrorized a small North Carolina town by brutally murdering 4 of its elderly residents for seemingly no reason. Sadly, the ripple effect of Phillip's actions lead to the deaths of 3 additional people. This is a tragic case of a system failing a very inherently disturbed individual.  *If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues please text HOME to 741741 Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/111742252/phillip-lee-ingle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phillip_Ingle https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18759459/william-fred-davis https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18759499/margaret_davis https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29032842/sarah-emma-willis https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29032993/e_z_willis https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/33335424/joey-james-melton https://greensboro.com/death-row-inmates-case-renews-debate/article_ea73e76a-f5d7-596d-89f2-2df173944514.html https://greensboro.com/textile-worker-arrested-in-beating-deaths-of-two-couples/article_4cf9b9c0-491c-5df1-86ac-b77df2d32802.html https://law.justia.com/cases/north-carolina/supreme-court/1994/98a93-0.html https://www.nytimes.com/1995/09/23/us/north-carolina-executes-man-who-killed-4.html?auth=link-dismiss-google1tap https://www.celebsagewiki.com/phillip-ingle https://www.goupstate.com/story/news/1995/09/21/ingle-memory-crimes-won39t-killings-scar-rural-community-ingle-faces-execution-town-can39t-forget/29578037007/ https://www.southernfriedtruecrime.com/120-the-cherryville-murders

    The Todt Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 47:09


    Anthony and Megan Todt built a successful company and also wonderful family. They would move to picturesque Celebration, FL, to better their lives. In November of 2019 tragedy struck this family and it would become controversial. Join us as we discuss this case and let us know your thoughts. Sources: https://patch.com/connecticut/montville-ct/obituary-todt-family https://findagrave.com https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/father-killed-family-celebration-florida-to-prepare-for-apocalypse-prosecutors-1335889/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Todt_family_murders https://www.thedailybeast.com/anthony-todt-found-guilty-of-killing-wife-megan-and-three-kids-in-celebration-florida-home https://digitaledition.orlandosentinel.com/tribune/article_popover.aspx?guid=817d39a5-950a-462d-8088-eb6127afd619 https://www.thedailybeast.com/anthony-todt-allegedly-poisoned-family-with-benadryl-stabbed-them-but-will-he-get-convicted https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/21566076-letter-from-anthony-todt-to-his-father-robert-todt https://www.thedailybeast.com/anthony-todt-confesses-to-killing-wife-three-kids-in-celebration-florida-home-sheriff-says https://www.wesh.com/article/anthony-todt-family-murder-trial/39727017# https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/04/14/closing-arguments-to-begin-in-murder-trial-for-man-accused-of-killing-family-in-celebration/ https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/anthony-todt-trial-prosecutors-say-he-made-deal-with-wife-to-kill-family-because-the-apocalypse-was-coming https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/Remembering-the-CT-mom-and-children-slain-in-15014204.php https://www.nhregister.com/middletown/article/CT-funeral-services-set-for-family-slain-in-15007390.php https://www.aol.com/family-annihilator-anthony-todt-appeals-190111838.htm

    The Dyatlov Pass Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 59:59


    In February of 1959 10 young people embarked on a journey to hike and ski Dead Mountain in the northern Soviet Union. 1 of the hikers turned back a day into the trip, leaving the remaining 9 to carry on. When they failed to make contact and return on time, search parties were sent out to find them. The hikers were all found dead and their campsite was found undisturbed. The causes of death were all mysterious and the events that lead to them have sparked many theories and conspiracies over the years. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the Dyatlov Pass Incident.  Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyatlov_Pass_incident https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/scientists-may-have-finally-unraveled-mystery-dyatlov-pass-incident-180976886/ https://www.history.com/news/dyatlov-pass-incident-soviet-hiker-death-mystery https://tubitv.com/movies/100019902/an-unknown-compelling-force-the-dyatlov-pass-incident

    Brooke Wilberger

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 46:33


    Brooke had just finished her first year of college and got a job working for her sister who was the manager of an apartment complex. While cleaning on the grounds of the apartments, Brooke went missing. Join us has we discuss this heartbreaking story. Sources: Dateline: Bringing Brooke Home (aired 2015) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Brooke_Wilberger https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/20455323/brooke-carol-wilberger https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/da-tries-to-combine-wilberger-murder-trial-with-2-other-attacks/283-90395253 https://abcnews.go.com/US/remains-brooke-wilberger-found-years-disappearance/story?id=8632233 https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-secrets-uncovered/crime-news/joel-courtney-convicted-of-killing-brooke-wilberger https://www.ksl.com/article/8001582/prosecutors-release-details-of-wilbergers-abduction-murder https://www.oregonlive.com/topic/brooke%20wilberger/ https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sdut-us-student-body-found-092109-2009sep21-story.html https://www.kgw.com/article/news/new-wilberger-revelations-air-on-dateline/283-73536048 https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/details-reveal-final-hours-of-brooke-wilbergers-life/283-89993491 https://www.deseret.com/2004/6/18/19835419/parents-of-missing-y-coed-carry-on/

    Pedal the Cause

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 43:07


    We are doing something different today. In an effort to give a push for our fundraising efforts for Pedal the Cause, Cristy is telling us about her battle with cancer. Sources: Life

    Laurie Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 57:58


    Laurie Show was a kind 16 year old high school student living in small town Pennsylvania. One December day in 1991, Laurie was found brutally murdered in her bedroom. It was later determined that 3 of her peers had stalked, harassed, and attacked her due jealousy and obsession. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the senseless murder of such a bright young woman.  Sources: https://www.findagrav e.com/memorial/23087/laurie-michelle-show https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Laurie_Show https://www.fox43.com/article/news/timeline-the-murder-of-laurie-show-trials-and-appeals-of-co-conspirators-lisa-michelle-lambert-tabitha-buck-and-lawrence-yunkin/521-f388b38d-493e-4ea6-af06-489eb58292cf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Stalking_of_Laurie_Show Dateline: Lisa Michelle Lambert, The Murder of Laurie Show (2017) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItVOg2lzq4E Overkill by Lyn Riddle (June 2017) Made of TV Movie Rivals aka The Stalking of Laurie Show (Not used as a source) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=910bm3Mk1mc

    Harmony Renee Montgomery

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 45:10


    Harmony was a sweet 5 year old girl. Both of her parents struggled with substance abuse and she would go into foster care for some time. She would eventually be placed in the custody of her father. Her father was not the person she should have been with. The system failed Harmony. Join us as we discuss this difficult and gruesome case. Sources: https://www.wmur.com/article/harmony-montgomery-timeline/40872411 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Harmony_Montgomery#Abuse_and_death https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/adam-montgomery-not-be-in-courtroom-sentencing-harmony-montgomery-murder/ https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/harmony-montgomery-missing-girl-new-hampshire-b2491581.html https://apnews.com/article/harmony-montgomery-missing-girl-murder-trial-17484badad214718010bb821ec4e4fed https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/harmony-montgomery-declared-dead-mother-crystal-sorey/ https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/07/us/kayla-montgomery-new-hampshire-parole/index.html  https://www.unionleader.com/news/social_issues/even-after-verdict-questions-linger-about-care-of-harmony-montgomery/article_f4b2a7b2-d290-11ee-a4fe-839a477a008e.html https://www.boston.com/news/crime/2024/03/07/stepmother-harmony-montgomery-granted-parole-perjury/

    Christopher Meyer and Tara Sue Huffman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 42:57


    Christopher Meyer was a sweet 10 year old boy who went missing after fishing at a local boat dock near his home in Kankanee County, Illinois in August of 1995. He was later found murdered. 14 years before, in May 1981, 5 year old Tara Sue Huffman was also found murdered in the same area. These 2 families had no idea that through the loss of their 2 children that they would forever be connected to fight for reform and change in the justice system. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss these 2 beautiful children and a monster that slipped right through the system's grasp.  Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/15694881/christopher-richard-meyer https://murderpedia.org/male.B/b/buss-timothy.htm https://www.dailycrime.com/murders-of-tara-sue-huffman-and-christopher-meyer-by-timothy-buss-retold/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/84275294/tara-sue-huffman https://www.chicagotribune.com/1996/06/22/doctor-says-boy-stabbed-52-times/ https://www.daily-journal.com/news/local/mother-of-murdered-aroma-park-boy-gets-his-gear-after-18-years/article_45f134da-28a0-5836-84ad-c7ec6af5d50a.html https://www.daily-journal.com/news/local/bourbonnais-revitalizing-an-area-child-safety-center/article_0b9c7e59-b41a-5216-b2a8-cd76348999e6.html https://apnews.com/article/c80075c7aedd4d3e901a5fc4b0ca0a1e www.newspaper.com (multiple articles from The Chicago Tribune, Herald and Review, The Pantagraph, and various local papers) Murderous Minors: Killer Kids Podcast, Episode 64, Paroled Tara Sue Huffman and Episode 65, Shattered Christopher Meyer (Timothy Bus) - contains interviews with both families Investigation Discovery's Shattered: River of Sorrow, Season 2, Episode 2 (2017)

    Daniel Holtzclaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 58:14


    Daniel Holtzclaw was a police officer in Oklahoma City. Late one night he pulled someone over on his way home after his shift. The next day she made a complaint against him and then an investigation began and his life was changed forever. Join us as we discuss interesting and controversial case. Sources: 20/20: What the Dashcam Never Saw https://www.enidnews.com/news/timeline-daniel-holtzclaw-allegations/html_5a35b2a6-6f3f-11e4-aa93-a30aec246b5d.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Holtzclaw https://abcnews.go.com/US/oklahoma-city-cop-spending-263-years-prison-rape/story?id=38517467 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/daniel-holtzclaw-oklahoma-city-council-approves-settlement-excessive-force-lawsuit-former-officer/ https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2015/12/11/459334314/former-oklahoma-city-police-officer-found-guilty-of-multiple-rapes https://www.enidbuzz.com/daniel-holtzclaw-case/ https://www.atlantamagazine.com/news-culture-articles/jannie-ligons-helped-bring-former-police-officer-daniel-holtzclaw-justice-honored-atlanta-weekend/ https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/crime/2022/09/25/former-okc-police-officer-daniel-holtzclaw-to-fight-convictions-again/69512405007/ https://apnews.com/article/38abab5e04ce42c5a6d5897d38bf4e04 https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2015/12/11/daniel-holtzclaws-mistake-assaulting-the-grandmother-who-finally-reported-him/ https://www.uncufftheinnocent.org/daniel-holtzclaw https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2023/02/07/oklahoma-city-settles-with-accusers-of-ex-police-officer-daniel-holtzclaw-now-in-prison-for-rape/69882123007/ https://kfor.com/news/local/oklahoma-city-reaches-settlement-in-daniel-hotlzclaw-case --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Bobby Kicklighter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 38:05


    Bobby Kicklighter was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, a pillar of his community, and the local town historian. When he was randomly shot in his bed at the age of 88 the town of Glennville, Georgia wanted answers. The ones they got were disturbing, confusing, and down right scary. This case is a smaller piece of a larger puzzle but we are honored to tell Mr. Bobby's story. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the murder of Bobby Kicklighter.  Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/221917476/bobby-carlton-kicklighter https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/206151894/betty_ruth_kicklighter https://www.thegeorgiavirtue.com/local-news-south-georgia/the-death-of-mr-bobby-kicklighter-one-year-later/ https://www.wtoc.com/2022/11/08/suspects-arraigned-2021-death-glennville-historian/ https://www.wtoc.com/2021/08/23/3-arrested-killing-glennville-historian/ https://www.wtoc.com/2021/02/01/glennville-remembers-legacy-historian-bobby-kicklighter/ https://www.thegeorgiavirtue.com/crime-safety-south-georgia/gbi-ties-man-arrested-in-glennville-murder-to-murder-in-wayne-county/ https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/gang-operating-ga-prison-tired-have-guard-killed-sent-hitman-wrong-house-gbi-says/NEUHLUJ23VFQTA57MT7JKVKVHU/ https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/georgia-prison-warden-fired-amid-corruption-charges-after-gbi-investigation/3GBCK7E4XRAIHDZS4RMIW4J6GA/ https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/ga-corrections-officer-accused-smuggling-nearly-30k-inmate-boyfriend-new-indictment/4A5LQWMVUBD25NOIADM2YPAL2Y/ https://tattnalljournal.net/local-news/crime/tattnall-county-jail-escapees-captured-florida/ https://www.wjcl.com/article/smith-state-prison-officer-speak-warden-arrested/42833169 https://legaldictionary.net/rico-law/ https://www.thegeorgiavirtue.com/local-news-south-georgia/1-prison-3-murders-and-7-arrests-heres-what-we-know-2-years-later/ https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/19638856/Jerry-Lee-Davis/Ludowici/Georgia/Howard-Funeral-Home https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/229290782/jessica-jean-gerling Prison Town Podcast: https://www.prisontownpodcast.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Gary "Brazon" McMurtry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 38:56


    Gary was a well-loved Drag Queen in Ohio. He was also the crowned Ms. Gay Ohio in 1995. He made friends easily, but not all were good friends. One became jealous of Brazon and brutally attacked him. Join us as we discuss this sad case. Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/21421773/gary-%22brazon%22-mcmurtry https://www.advocate.com/news/2005/09/15/prosecuting-killer https://www.advocate.com/news/2005/08/24/female-impersonator-murder-trial-begins-ohio https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/691446/posts https://www.companyofmen.org/topic/3643-drag-queen-murdered-by-samurai-sword-wielding-ninjas/ https://ourcommunityroots.com/?p=126 https://mylifeofcrime.wordpress.com/2014/01/23/gary-brazon-mcmurtry-murder-5172002-columbus-oh-michael-jennings-convicted/ https://archive.triblive.com/news/man-gets-25-years-to-life-for-slaying/ http://gaypeopleschronicle.com/stories02/02may24.htm https://www.law.com/almID/900005545068/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Jessica Carpenter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 37:37


    Jessica Carpenter was a bright, 17 year old, high school student who was enjoying a summer day at home alone. Unfortunately, her trusting nature led a predator into her home and she was brutally murdered. After 2 years, the killer's identity was finally revealed and what led him to Jessica's home that day is truly terrifying. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the tragic murder of Jessica.  Sources: https://heavy.com/entertainment/2020/08/jessica-carpenter-murder-obituary-case/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/81638229/jessica-lynne-carpenter https://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-robert-atkins-now/ https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/aug/16/murder-life-of-south-carolina-teen-remembered-20-y/ https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/sc-court-of-appeals/1275091.html Investigation Discovery's Hometown Homicide: All News is Local, Season 1, Episode 1 (2020) Discovery's Cold Blood: Home Invasion, Season 4, Episode 8 (2010) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/aikenstandard/name/jessica-carpenter-obituary?id=52622450 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Alexavier Pedrin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 87:57


    Alexavier was a sweet, 6-year-old boy, in La Crosse Wisconsin. Alexavier, died at the hands of his father's girlfriend. Family called concerned about Alexavier's welfare many times and the system failed him. Raven, his cousin, joins us at the end of the episode to speak about him and the path they are on to seek changes in our system. Join us as we discuss this important case. Petition for AJ's Law: https://www.change.org/p/stand-for-aj-law-wisconsin Justice for ALexavier LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/justiceforalexavier Sources: Timeline provided by family https://couleecremation.com/alexavier-jay-pedrin/ https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/crime-courts/no-environment-for-a-helpless-young-child-family-warned-about-conditions-before-6-year-olds/article_2e65b9fe-33ae-11ee-a699-e324ce6ae175.html https://www.news8000.com/news/crime/trial-date-for-accused-child-killer-josie-dikeman-likely-postponed-until-2025/article_616db9c2-b94c-11ee-8fa1-9f1fb0518514.html https://www.weau.com/2023/05/22/onalaska-woman-charged-with-1st-degree-intentional-homicide-death-6-year-old/ https://www.wizmnews.com/2024/01/22/dikeman-may-wait-until-next-year-for-trial-in-death-of-6-year-old-onalaska-boy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Marty Duram

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 44:29


    Marty and Glenna Duram were a happy couple living in a small town in Michigan. One day in May of 2015 both of them were found shot in their home. The case went cold for a year until a very unlikely witness surfaced via a viral video. This case is shocking and has to be a once in a lifetime example that there are eyes and ears everywhere. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the murder of Marty Duram.  Sources: https://people.com/crime/michigan-woman-convicted-of-murder-after-pet-parrot-repeats-dont-f-ing-shoot-in-victims-voice/ https://thecinemaholic.com/who-killed-martin-marty-duram-where-is-glenna-duram-now/ https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/michigan/2016/12/13/parrot-psychic-accused-murderer/95363508/ https://www.fox17online.com/2019/05/06/convicted-killers-appeal-for-new-trial-denied-2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UknoTTG7uK8 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/146764992/martin-r-duram Investigation Discovery's Till Death Do Us Part: Don't Shoot!, Season 1 Episode 1 (2021) Lifetime's Meet Marry Murder: Duram, Season 1, Episode 47 (2020) https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/parrot-was-key-witness-in-murder-trial-1-133082/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9No7v_p0GY https://www.facebook.com/Justiceformarty --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Uber Driver Killings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 50:54


    On February 20, 2016, Jason Dalton, a husband and father of 2 children, left his house to take some fares on the Uber app. Little did anyone know he was about to go on a shooting spree, claiming the app to be possessed and telling him to do it. Join us as we discuss this terrifying case. Sources: https://www.foreverstrongfoundation.org/ 20/20 – The Deadly Ride – Season 41 Episode 26 - Hulu https://thecinemaholic.com/tiana-carruthers-now/ https://www.henryfuneralhome.org/obituaries/Barbara-Hawthorne https://www.farleyestesdowdle.com/obituaries/dorothy-brown#:~:text=Judy%20passed%20away%20unexpectedly%20on,Sarasota%2C%20FL%20for%206%20years. https://www.pikefh.com/obituaries/mary-l-nye https://www.pikefh.com/obituaries/mary-nye https://obits.mlive.com/us/obituaries/kalamazoo/name/tyler-smith-obituary?id=16826590 https://obits.mlive.com/us/obituaries/kalamazoo/name/richard-smith-obituary?id=16837205 https://wwmt.com/news/local/smith-family-kalamazoo-mass-murderer-took-the-easy-way-out https://nypost.com/2016/05/21/michigan-uber-killer-dragged-out-of-court-after-bizarre-rant/ https://www.the-sun.com/news/9925438/where-jason-dalton-uber-driver-shooting-now/ https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/kzoo-bc/kalamazoo/its-been-seven-years-since-six-people-were-killed-in-the-kalamazoo-uber-driver-shooting https://abcnews.go.com/US/uber-driver-justin-dalton-life-sentence-2016-michigan/story?id=60851761 https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2019/02/22/kalamazoo-uber-shootings-here-victims-jason-dalton/2949988002/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Mary Wilcox

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 42:42


    Mary Wilcox was a 78 year old mother and grandmother who was suffering from heart disease, depression, and Alzheimer's Disease. She moved in with her daughter, Jeanne, in the rural town of Westford Vermont. On a cold fall day in November 2006, Mary disappeared from this home and was never seen again. It wasn't until a person came forward over 3 years later that the truth about what may have happened to Mary was brought to light, and her own daughter was arrested for her possible murder. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the sad case of Mary Wilcox.  Sources: https://www.foxnews.com/us/prosecution-of-vermont-woman-accused-in-78-year-old-mothers-slaying-heads-for-trial https://nypost.com/2009/12/17/nh-woman-killed-mother-had-son-bury-her-in-backyard-cops/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/vt-woman-admits-she-killed-mother-with-alzheimers-gets-nearly-5-years-in-prison/ https://www.benningtonbanner.com/local-news/vermont-woman-gets-prison-in-killing-of-her-mother-78/article_ee12f810-cc0b-5cf8-a662-d3ba8c253c77.html https://charleyproject.org/case/mary-elizabeth-wilcox https://www.timesargus.com/news/jeanne-sevigny-murder-trial-judge-son-cant-live-with-mom/article_9130efc9-d5ac-5026-b01a-4f3ca5f41905.html https://vsp.vermont.gov/unsolved/missing/a/wilcox https://namus.nij.ojp.gov/case/MP103 Newspapers.com Onlinedatareports.com https://briansprediction.com/found/mary-elizabeth-wilcox-missing-located.html https://www.facebook.com/VermontStatePolice/posts/10156649349242896/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    William Prewitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 56:17


    William and Patty Prewitt were trying to make the best life for their family. They owned their own business and were struggling to stay afloat, but were doing the best that they could. One night, during a strong thunderstorm, Bill was shot while sleeping and Patty was attacked, or so she said. Patty quickly became the prime suspect. Patty maintains her innocence to this day, but what do you think? Sources: https://pattyprewitt.com/ Newspapers.com  – several sources Kansas City Star, St Louis Dispatch, Columbia Daily Tribune https://www.kctv5.com/2019/05/10/court-battle-test-evidence-dna-35-year-old-missouri-murder-case/ https://www.oxygen.com/crime-time/Jane-Prewitt-Watkins-pleads-governor-clemency-patty-prewitt https://www.wrath-bearingtree.com/2023/01/new-nonfiction-one-womans-history-of-sexual-abuse-in-prison-by-patty-prewitt/ https://www.stlmag.com/news/33-and-counting-new-documentary-aisha-sultan-patty-prewitt/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/100610602/william-edward-prewitt https://www.riverfronttimes.com/news/supporters-of-convicted-murderer-patty-prewitt-beg-governor-nixon-for-mercy-3132480 https://www.riverfronttimes.com/news/man-killer-2492582 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Glenn Turner and Randy Thompson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 53:04


    Glenn Turner and Randy Thompson were both young, healthy, and southern Georgia gentlemen. Both of them died in their early 30's of remarkably similar illnesses. Once the family made the connection that they had both been romantically involved with the same woman, and died in the exact same manner, the real and chilling truth is revealed. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the cases of Glenn and Randy, and the Antifreeze Killer, Lynn Turner.  Sources: https://murderpedia.org/female.T/t/turner-lynn.htm https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19957625/maurice-glenn-turner https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/57942472/julia-lynn-turner https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19957787/randall-thompson Forensic Files: Cold Hearted, Season 12, Episode 3 (2007) - see video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59uYNEwJiW4 Investigation Discovery's Deadly Women: Cold Blood, Season 4, Episode 9  (2010)  Murder She Solved: True Crime: Toxic Love, Season 2 Episode 3 (2011) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

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    Family Tragedies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 43:42


    Kelly and Thomas Crain had one child left living with them, 14-year-old, Alex. It was the same for Alan and Diane Johnson, with 16-year-old Sara. Neither set of parents would know their time together would be cut short, and at the hands of their own children. Join us as we discuss these similar cases, with different motives, but they are equally sad. Sources: https://murderpedia.org/male.C/c/crain-alexander.htm#google_vignette https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2168402/Alex-Crain-14-shot-dead-parents-says-I-sleeping-thing-I-knew-I-gun-911-call.html https://archive.naplesnews.com/news/crime/grandmother-stands-behind-teen-accused-of-killing-parents-ep-391083888-342828512.html https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/news/2010/12/10/boy-14-is-accused-of-shooting-and-killing-his-parents/28983332007/ http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/03/09/florida.teen.charged/index.html https://www.crimetraveller.org/2018/06/sarah-johnson-parricide-case/ https://forensicfilesnow.com/index.php/tag/alan-and-diane-johnson/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/40131836/alan-scott-johnson/photo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murders_of_Diane_and_Alan_Scott_Johnson --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Carly Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 54:43


    Carly Ryan was a sweet and fun loving 15 year old living in Stirling, Southern Australia. She loved to spend time online, especially chatting with her special friend, 18 year old Brandon Kane. Or so she thought. It turned out that Brandon was not everything he said he was and sadly, Carly fell victim to a deceitful online predator named Gary Newman. This case is tragic and reminds us of the dangers of catfishing, online grooming, and cyber predatory behavior. Join us in the closet this week for the case of Carly Ryan.   Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Carly_Ryan https://carlyryanfoundation.com/ https://www.mamamia.com.au/carly-ryan-murder/ https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/face-of-carly-ryans-killer-garry-francis-newman-revealed/news-story/58b298cd79fe1eb065a2551dc99cf7c3 https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/carly-ryan-seduced-and-murdered-by-father-and-son-using-fake-cyberspace-alter-ego-named-brandon-court-told/news-story/733f27c4ec2f06ea7591084592efdec4 https://www.smh.com.au/national/sex-predator-jailed-for-life-20100331-revm.html https://www.mamamia.com.au/carly-ryan/ https://www.news.com.au/technology/online/mother-of-murdered-teen-carly-ryan-hopes-new-app-thread-will-help-protect-young-people/news-story/3af6006cd3447a36ae82e5174c1a60c4 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/142549035/carly-ryan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQ7jQUEHRd0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7yMfejA50g https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=10156824939474988 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

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    Michael and Susan Nobley

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 50:59


    Michael and Susan met in college and both majored in international business. After graduating they married and became quite the power couple. Then one day they disappeared and were found in their submerged car in the everglades. What happened to the Nobley's? Sources: www.naplesnews.com www.tampabay.com www.brandenton.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Siam Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 36:00


    Siam was a 20 year old, aspiring teacher and traveler. She was trying to make money to go to school when she became a sensual masseuse, and started advertising on an adult booking website. I was through this website she met a dangerous predator. Join us as we discuss this case. Sources: https://www.news24.com/news24/insider-in-siam-lee-case-found-murdered-on-durban-sports-ground-with-her-hands-cut-off-report-20201108 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/questions-raised-about-whether-siam-lees-alleged-killer-is-really-dead-says-private-investigator-401b62fa-70b5-4362-97da-1dc25aa1e17a https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/investigator-reveals-siam-lees-final-moments-as-murder-accused-dies-28767152 https://www.georgeherald.com/Search/siam%20lee https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/seatch-for-missing-woman-ends-in-heartache-20180112 https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-disappearance-of-siam-lee-20180118 https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/siam-lee-suspect-faces-charges-for-nine-additional-cases-20180123 https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/pi-shares-grim-findings-in-siam-lee-case-20180125 https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/siam-lee-murder-trial-to-continue-at-durban-high-court-201903110911 https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/death-of-siam-lee-s-murder-accused-brings-relief-to-victims-201906250916 https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/National/siam-lee-case-struck-off-roll-after-murder-accused-dies-201907031035 https://www.news24.com/news24/siam-lee-murder-case-struck-from-the-roll-after-court-confirms-that-murder-accused-is-dead-20190702 https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2019-06-21-siam-lee-murder-rape-accused-dies-before-trial/ https://www.citizen.co.za/highway-mail/news-headlines/2019/06/24/relief-victims-siam-lee-murder-accused-died/ https://www.citizen.co.za/highway-mail/news-headlines/2018/02/07/siam-lee-accused-claims-sabotage-torture-and-coercion/ https://www.citizen.co.za/highway-mail/news-headlines/2018/04/17/siamlee-state-reveals-12-new-cases-fraud-accused/ https://www.citizen.co.za/highway-mail/news-headlines/2018/03/03/murdered-siam-lee-laid-rest/ https://www.citizen.co.za/highway-mail/news-headlines/2018/05/10/murder-accused-linked-siamlees-disappearance-body-dump-site/ https://www.2oceansvibe.com/2019/06/25/siam-lees-tragic-journey-from-private-school-student-to-murdered-escort-video/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Karen Winslett and Annette Huddle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 52:05


    21 year old Karen Winslett and 19 year Annette Huddle were both beautiful and smart young women in the primes of their lives. Unfortunately, they came across a man who was charming but had evil intentions, and they both lost their lives to him. After 7 years on the run, Paul Steven Mack was convicted of Karen's murder, and later confessed to Annette's murder on his deathbed. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the murders of Karen and Annette's, and the brave women who took down a potential serial killer.  Sources: https://www.dailycrime.com/paul-steven-mack-murdered-karen-winslett/ https://thecinemaholic.com/who-were-paul-steven-macks-victims-how-did-he-die/ https://www.oxygen.com/charmed-to-death/crime-news/margie-danielsen-learns-husband-paul-mack-is-murder-suspect https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/207701494/karen-grace-winslett https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/147636377/annette-ramelle-huddle https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ca-court-of-appeal/1771949.html Oxygen's Charmed to Death: Wanted: Killer Chef, Season 1, Episode 3 Investigation Discovery's Evil Lives Here: He Looks Like the Killer on TV, Season 13, Episode 6 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Glenys Heyward

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 43:24


    Glenys Heyward endured mental and physical abuse at the hands of Neil Heyward for 20 years. When she finally chose to leave him and claim a portion of the business and property she helped make successful, Neil planned her murder and used her children to help him. Please join us as we discuss this heinous crime. Sources: Inside Crime Season 2 Episode 4 on Prime Video https://www.abc.net.au/news/2007-12-14/hundreds-gather-for-heyward-funeral/988604 https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/terrifying-secret-of-glenys-heywards-grave/news-story/19338037de0c6c7c66b3a8ca0fd993ce https://the-mystique.medium.com/the-mother-who-couldnt-escape-her-family-s-betrayal-c921a03518a1 https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/the-tragic-tale-of-glenys-heyward/news-story/13b13fed9175ac4b690efd79ce68acc2 https://borderwatch.com.au/local-news/2017/07/24/glenys-heywards-family-reflects-on-her-murder-after-10-years-since-horrific-event/ https://www.abc.net.au/news/2010-07-02/heyward-killers-get-23-year-minimum-jail-term/889140 https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/neil-heyward-told-port-augusta-prison-staff-that-glenys-heyward-was-bad-person/news-story/8ec570ea0f6446ec79c5d2ef4a00a743 https://www.smh.com.au/national/mum-killed-by-husband-sons-over-money-20090304-8ob6.html https://www.couriermail.com.au/ipad/neil-heyward-found-dead-in-port-augusta-prison-cell-with-red-underpants-on-his-head-inquest/news-story/6e19da01239bee641a30ea2ae1b379f1 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2010-06-23/son-joining-fight-over-murdered-heywards-will/877700 https://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/latest-news/matthew-heyward-accused-of-murdering-own-mother-after-threat-of-farm-sale/news-story/e0d60e23bc4cb037c061ffa2d6d9016f https://www.smh.com.au/national/son-found-guilty-of-murdering-his-mother-20100331-rdh0.html https://www.9news.com.au/national/suspect-killed-puppy-before-wife-disappeared/92f1e85d-2dfc-44a2-bf04-1d72fd68d96c https://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/pair-jailed-for-brutal-murder-of-south-australian-woman-glenys-heyward/news-story/06c3ecd15b0a25c4e8a7985c003c5653 https://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/father-and-son-deny-murder/news-story/104d39bb8861116421328eeb7d8d0e3e https://www.theage.com.au/national/greed-hatred-drove-murder-court-told-20071204-ge6fzn.html https://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/latest-news/matthew-heyward-admits-lying-to-his-mother-glenys-before-she-was-killed-/news-story/31e8eb22ebda706dbb64467296c11e38 https://www.theage.com.au/national/judge-upholds-bail-over-mums-murder-20071211-ge6hne.html https://www.9news.com.au/national/coroner-renews-concern-over-jail-cells/3e947a58-2e47-4289-acde-e21aa7d9b48c --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Mark Himebaugh's Disappearance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 64:37


    Mark Himebaugh was an 11 year old boy living in the small community of Del Haven, New Jersey. He mysteriously went missing near his home in November of 1991, and has never been seen again. Did Mark fall victim to a drowning accident? Was he abducted? Did he run away? The family and investigators believe that someone knows something. Where is Mark?  If you have any information about the disappearance of Mark Himebaugh please contact: The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) Middle Township PD (NJ) - Major Crime Unit - 1-609-465-8700 or Your local FBI  Sources: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/mark-himebaugh?fbclid=IwAR1VoQnmFm5xuKVTFkuL12J3ouvQ9ArgaqmPm1_xeLNUYyUkT_ZgORRvn9A_aem_th_Ab6U1obFPvY1iWdPm8UTRctylw-oiV0wJ8cmQffdTHI90Tjk7JcLBrqNob_8VUk0S5k https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/mark-himebaugh-s-disappearance-4-key-details-to-know-about-the-case/ar-AA1ekhaU https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/will-artificial-intelligence-help-police-solve-mark-himebaugh-mystery/article_a8aee300-0ea3-11ee-ad10-f70ecf21a95b.html https://thecinemaholic.com/mark-himebaugh-found-or-missing-is-he-dead-or-alive/ https://charleyproject.org/case/mark-joseph-himebaugh https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/former-prostitute-thomas-butcavage-mark-himebaugh-witness/87891/ https://atlanticcityweekly.com/25-years-of-not-knowing-for-mother-of-missing-boy-mark-himebaugh/article_c7f9e46e-546b-5d59-b1cb-d2f2df130d68.html People Magazine Investigates: Where is Mark Himbaugh? Season 7  Episode 3 (July 2023) https://www.whereismark.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FindMarkHimebaugh Where is Mark: The Abduction of Mark Himebaugh written by Richard McHale (2022) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Brian Barrett

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 39:49


    Brian Barrett was a 22-year-old aspiring teacher. He excelled in baseball in high school and every one loved Brian. Brian's only mistake was befriending Thomas Montgomery, a co-worker of his, and Talhotblond, a gamer on a gaming website. A love triangle begins, and Brian is the one who turns in a victim. Join us as we discuss this case, which has a super interesting twist at the end. Sources: Documentary: Talhotblond onAmazon Prime https://abcnews.go.com/US/online-love-triangle-deception-end-murder/story?id=14371076 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talhotblond_(2009_film) https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/94321154/brian-michael-barrett/photo https://www.cbsnews.com/news/internet-love-triangle-comes-to-deadly-end/ https://www.foxnews.com/story/22-year-old-new-york-man-murdered-after-being-drawn-into-internet-love-triangle https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/web-user-sentenced-for-killing-online-rival-1.636158 https://www.lockportjournal.com/news/local_news/courts-montgomery-gets-20-years-in-internet-love-triangle-killing/article_d124d951-07a1-5d2e-bdae-b15098085262.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Savannah Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 40:16


    Savannah Smith was a happy 8 year girl, playing with her friends and family in and near her home in 2006. Sadly, she trusted a young man with horrific intentions that no one saw coming. She was later found brutally murdered in a nearby town. Thankfully, her soulless killer will remain behind bars and out of society for the remainder of his life. But we can never truly feel at peace knowing he stole Savannah's life too soon. Join us in the closet this week for the tragic murder of Savannah Smith.  Sources: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/159254127/savannah-hailey-smith https://www.wave3.com/story/4880289/missing-rhode-island-girls-body-found-in-woods-baby-sitters-boyfriend-charged-with-murder/ https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/courts/2019/10/21/judge-vacates-killers-child-molestation-conviction-in-2006-rape-murder-of-8-year-old-savannah-smith/2477465007/ https://law.justia.com/cases/rhode-island/superior-court/2019/10-4824.html https://www.wpri.com/news/confessed-child-killer-will-get-new-hearing/ https://www.parentsformeganslaw.org/judge-vacates-killers-child-molestation-conviction-in-2006-rape-murder-of-8-year-old-savannah-smith/ https://www.masscops.com/threads/woonsocket-man-sentenced-to-life-for-the-murder-of-8-year-old-savannah-smith.56823/ https://www.woonsocketri.org/parks-recreation/pages/globe-park https://doc.ri.gov/inmate-search https://www.inmateaid.com/inmate-profiles/joshua-davis-131213 https://www.murderauction.com/auction/listing/joshua-a-davis-woonsocket-child-rapist-murderer-of-8-year-old-savannah-smith-gets-lwop-sentence-drinks-two-12-packs-of-beer-on-the-day-of-the-murder-i-enjoyed-my-catch-als/559263 https://thefactfile.org/rhode-island-facts/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

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    Julie Kibuishi and Sam Herr

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 39:19


    Julie was a student studying fashion, at Orange Coast College, where she met Sam Herr, a war veteran who went back to school after returning from war. Julie and Sam had the misfortune of befriending, Daniel Wozniak, who also lived in the same apartment complex as Sam. Daniel was in financial trouble and decided his only way out was to hurt his friends. Join us as we discuss this sad case. Sources: Dateline –The Final Curtain https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/82035814/samuel-eliezer-herr https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/195085267/juri-kibuishi https://voiceofoc.org/2015/10/prior-murder-adds-another-layer-to-wozniak-case/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/california-community-theater-actor-frame-war-veteran-murder/story?id=37308856#:~:text=Steve%20Herr%20said%20he%20found,were%20written%20on%20the%20back. https://abc.com/shows/2020/episode-guide/2022-07/29-the-final-act https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Wozniak_(murderer) https://abcnews.go.com/US/actress-convicted-lying-police-fiances-double-murder-pleads/story?id=63234575 https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/clues-and-evidence-in-the-murders-of-julie-kibuishi-and-sam-herr/6/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/community-theater-actors-final-performance-chilling-confession-double/story?id=63181588 https://people.com/crime/daniel-wozniak-rachel-buffett-murders-in-new-podcast/ https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/tn-dpt-me-0104-wozniak-penalty-phase-20160104-story.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Larry McNabney

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 71:56


    Larry McNabney was a charismatic, successful, and wealthy attorney in the Sacramento, California area. He was also well known in the quarter horse showing circuit. In September 2001, Larry went mysteriously missing. His wife, Elisa, and her best friend, Sarah, attempted to keep the law practice running in his absence. When Elisa also went missing, dark secrets and the truth about where the McNabneys were finally came to light. This case is shocking and sensational and will leave your head spinning. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the murder of Larry McNabney.  Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Larry_McNabney https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/41687021/laurence-william-mcnabney https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/40142107/laren-renee-mcnabney https://abcnews.go.com/2020/daughter-female-killer-speaks-1st-time-stay-situation/story?id=83764402 https://www.oxygen.com/crime-time/Laren-Aims-Jordan-Murdered-Husband-Larry-McNabney-With-Horse-Tranquilizers Dateline: Poison, Season 23, Episode 11 (2015) Deadly Women: Marlboro Man Murder (see link) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO8jfivHH9E&themeRefresh=1 Evil Stepmothers: She Can't Hide, Season 2, Episode 6 (2017) 20/20: Hell in Heels (2022) - see link https://abc.com/shows/2020/episode-guide/2022-04/01-hell-in-heels --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Sierah Joughin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 47:52


    Sierah and Josh met when they were little and became high school sweethearts. in 2016, Sierah was 20 years old and going into her junior year of college and was on summer break. Sierah rode her bicycle to see Josh one evening. Josh rode his motorcycle next to her for a few miles, but then let her finish the rest on her own. She never made it home. Join us as we discuss this chilling case. Sources: 20/20 Season 46 Episode 5 – She was almost home – aired 10/2023 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sierah_Joughin https://courtnewsohio.gov/cases/2021/SCO/0701/180757.asp https://www.deseret.com/2023/10/27/23934885/2020-sierah-joughin https://justiceforsierah.org/ https://www.13abc.com/2023/10/29/sierah-jaughins-family-honor-her-memory-through-justice-sierah/ https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/what-happened-to-sierra-joughin-who-disappeared-in-2016 https://www.walkerfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Sierah-Catherine-Ce-Joughin?obId=12759874 https://www.wtol.com/article/news/crime/death-penalty-james-worley-bike-abduction-kidnap-barn-murder-victims-sierah-joughin-robin-gardner/512-0fda23aa-b152-41d0-ab99-eef9b445edda https://www.cnn.com/2016/07/29/us/ohio-james-worley-suspect-sierah-joughin-killing/index.htmlhttps://www.toledoblade.com/Police-Fire/2016/08/10/Coroner-Missing-bicyclist-Sierah-Joughin-died-of-asphyxiation.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    What Happened to Sean Daugherty?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 57:08


    Sean Daugherty was a happy, smart 12 year old boy who had just arrived home from a wonderful vacation with his family. One ordinary afternoon in April of 2022, Sean was found hanging from the family's swingset in the backyard. His death was quickly assummed to have been a suicide, but here are many details and aspects that do not line up. Sean's family continues to fight for justice in hopes that his case will be reopened and examined again. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss the questionable death of Sean.  *If you have any information regarding the death of Sean Daugherty, please contact the family at 1-804-905-8613 or email whathappenedtosean@gmail.com. You can also find  them on Facebook and Instagram at What Happened to Sean?  *If you feel so inclined, and would like to see further justice for Sean, please consider signing the family's petition linked below: https://www.change.org/p/what-happened-to-sean?signed=true *You may also choose to financially contribute at the Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-happened-to-sean?utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Sources: https://www.facebook.com/whathappenedtosean?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.wtkr.com/news/what-happened-to-sean-questions-remain-a-year-after-yorktown-boys-death?fbclid=IwAR1QYr2nb-PrsCm902lSx0qqMCXi5FUIIBcyR_3L5zOQbFKs6WR1kcVjjbk_aem_AUOzIV9L57DtSEeFpiyldFn0qqGPp9YCYsOZvoJMw6f0vkR2JKvkXd_HOMWGfhkk-ZE https://www.wtkr.com/news/what-happened-to-sean-12-year-old-boys-death-raises-questions?fbclid=IwAR0Yk0cR_4vavTs69WkVhepw8NKtMyzMEaGNDCaQ8FxrEjuOUHMOnZHhqVE https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/239284639/sean-patrick-daugherty --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

    Tracy Cusick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 37:27


    Tracy married Kenneth Cusick, and the two and Tracy's son, became a family. Tracy and Kenneth added a daughter to their family. Years later, Tracy would be found unresponsive with her her head in a toilet bowl after a fight with her husband. Did Kenneth have anything to do with this or did Tracy have too many drinks and drown in the toilet. You decide. Sources: https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/lasalle-county-man-found-not-guilty-for-wifes-murder/ https://www.shawlocal.com/mywebtimes/2023/06/12/ottawa-settles-case-with-cusick-for-30000/ https://cdn.knightlab.com/libs/timeline3/latest/embed/index.html?source=17zAhbgbLChcmSmC_nxjGgkDNJ6INJeJNVdh4dJQXJPc&font=Default&lang=en&initial_zoom=2&height=650 https://www.shawlocal.com/mywebtimes/2023/06/12/ottawa-settles-case-with-cusick-for-30000/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/116581738/tracy-lynn-cusick https://truecrimedaily.com/2016/06/09/woman-found-dead-with-head-wedged-in-toilet-bowl/ https://www.shawlocal.com/2019/12/13/timeline-the-people-v-kenneth-cusick/avjfnma/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-lasalle-prosecutor-lawsuit-murder-cusick-donnelly-20201009-mexlplpdtbgz5no7kjaqlejmum-story.html https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2011-09-14-ct-met-ottawa-homicide-0914-20110914-story.html https://1430wcmy.com/2023/03/10/former-fire-fighter-and-those-he-accused-of-framing-him-for-murder-are-settling-lawsuit/# https://fox2now.com/news/ottawa-firefighter-charged-in-11-year-old-murder-case/ https://www.pmengineer.com/articles/94652-julius-ballanco-another-water-closet-murder --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimesandclosets/message

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