Sisters 'N' Crime

Listen to Kate talk about William George Bonin, the “Freeway Killer,” who kidnapped, robbed, raped, and murdered a total of 14 teenage boys between 1979 and 1980. His co-defendants were also young men between the ages of 17 and 21. 

Michelle McNeil was a former beauty queen, wife and mother found dead in her bathtub by her husband after she just had plastic surgery done. The initial cause of death was an overdose of prescription pain meds but with the suspicion of her daughters, that soon changed. Listen to Kate and Sarah Discuss how the resilliance and commitment of Michele's daughters got her justice 6 years after her death.

This week Rach is giving a mini-episode on a Tampa serial killer. Oscar Ray Bolin kidnapped and murdered 3 young women in Tampa in the 80s along with rape and attempted murder in Ohio. He claimed innocence until his execution day.

Sarah is finishing up the case of the murder of Mary Phagan and the trial of Leo Frank. We dive deep into testimonies and closing statements of Leos trial as well as the appeal process and unfortunate fate of Leo Frank.Sources:https://www.famous-trials.com/leo-frank/27-homehttps://www.atlantamagazine.com/thisweek/murder-of-mary-phagan/https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/girl-murdered-in-pencil-factoryhttps://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/history-archaeology/leo-frank-case/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leo_Frank

This week, Sarah talks about the case of a man who was wrongfully accused of a murder in Georgia in 1913. Mary Phagan had been murdered in the basement of a pencil factory where she had gone to pick up her paycheck. And it just so happened that Atlanta, Georgia needed a guilty individual and Leo Frank, unfortunately, got in the crosshairs.  This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.Sources:https://www.famous-trials.com/leo-frank/27-homehttps://www.atlantamagazine.com/thisweek/murder-of-mary-phagan/https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/girl-murdered-in-pencil-factoryhttps://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/history-archaeology/leo-frank-case/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leo_Frank

This week, Sarah is solo. She talks about a recent 61 year-old missing person's case of a little girl who has finally been identified through DNA genealogy. Sources:https://www.thedailybeast.com/little-miss-nobody-identified-as-sharon-lee-gallegos-1960-kidnapping-victimhttps://abcnews.go.com/US/missing-girl-miss-identified-60-years/story?id=83467710https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2022/03/15/little-miss-nobody-identified-name/7043105001/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sharon_Lee_Gallegos

This week Sarah takes you to Paris to tell you about a Japanese man who murdered a woman in his house in 1981 - but he didn't just stop there. The man then consumed various parts of her body over the next few days to “absorb her beauty”. This week she will be telling you the story of the Japanese murder and cannibal, Issei Sagawa

This week Kate talks about the murder of Arlis Perry. The 1970s in California basically bred serial killers that we now know today. Unfortunately, Arlis Perry was part of those conversations. She was found murdered in a church on Stanford's campus.  This case remained unsolved for 40 years until DNA advancements proved who did in 2018, or did it?

This week, Sarah covers a once missing persons case that is now set for trial on April 25th of this year. Kristen Smart was a student at California Polytechnic State University where she attended a friend's birthday party on May 25th, 1996 and she was never seen after that night. Since 2020, there has been a turn in the investigation with suspects and a trial date. 

This week we have the surprise I've been telling you about - a special guest! We have the youngest sister telling the story this week. The woodchipper murder is about a husband who decides to dispose of his wife in a very unusual way. It was one of the first cases in Connecticut to get a conviction without a body being present. Listen to Rachel talk about this week's wild episode. 

This week Kate talks about an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Lauren Spierer. She was a sophomore at the University of Indiana when she disappeared from campus after going out with her friends the night before. We have our own theories of what happened that night, but what do you think?If you know anything at all about what happened to Lauren Spierer please reach out to Bloomington Police Dept - PoliceTips@Bloomington.In.Gov or call 812-339-4477Or the Indiana University police at 812-855-4111Crimestoppers (317) 262 – 8477Or if you would like to send a tip anonymously Send anonymous tips to:Find LaurenP.O. Box 1226Bloomington, IN 47402

It's been a LONG 2 weeks since our last episode! This week, Sarah is talking about a serial sniper who terrorized the backroads of Ohio. He ended up pleading guilty to five counts of murder in Ohio and was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 165 years on July 12, 1993. Tune in to hear about the eccentric fantasies Tom made up in his head about himself and his psychological state during the killings - it's a doozy!

This week Kate dives into the story of the mysterious death of Dorothy Jane Scott who disappeared in May 1980 after receiving many alarming phone calls from an unknown man. Her remains would be found 4 years after her disappearance. Her killer is yet to be found & Kate comes up with a couple of different theories as to who he might be. So, who do you think killed Dorothy?

Sarah is recovering from being sick but that isn't stopping her from telling you the story of Matthew Hoffman who made headlines as “Killer Stuffed His House With Leaves, Kept Kidnapped Girl on Bed of Leaves.” Matthew held a 13-year-old girl hostage after killing her family and stuffing their dismembered bodies in a hollow tree, tune in to see if justice was served and how his case unfolded.

WE ARE BACK! We hope everyone had a great holiday! Today, Kate is talking about a serial killer who murdered and dismembered at least 12 victims between 1935 and 1938 - only 2 of which were ever positively identified. This killer is officially unidentified and has remained the most horrific serial killer in Cleveland's history.

Paul John Knowles was a Florida native who committed his first murder at the age of 19. Known as the Casanova killer, some have claimed he's worse than bundy. He was tied to the deaths of 20 people in 1974 but had claimed to have taken 35 lives. It's been stated that “Knowles had the coldest eyes. He could see right through you. He had no qualms about killing.” Listen to Sarah dive into the story about the Casanova killer

On this episode, Kate talks about a sensless murder that happened on July 18th, 1957. Amish farmer Paul Coblentz was shot and killed in his house after a long day tending to his 150 acre farm. The men who had killed Paul had sexually harassed his wife, Dora, just to steal $5 from Paul's wallet. Tune in to find out the fate of the men who performed this senseless murder.

We are talking about one of Philadelphia's most baffling crimes that continues to stump police for the past 60 years. Its about a little boy who was found in the woods wrapped in a plaid blanket in a bassinet box in February of 1957. Police went through extreme measures to identify the young boy, but have had no luck. Those with information regarding the identity of America's Unknown Child are asked to contact the Homicide Division of the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-3334. Tips can also be called into the Philadelphia County Medical Examiner's Office at either 215-685-7445 or 215-685-7458.

Here is your Instagram poll-voted episode! Randy Kraft is known as the Scorecard Killer, the Southern California Strangler, and the Freeway Killer. He is believed to have killed a total of 67 male victims between the ages of 13 and 35. However, he was only charged and convicted of 16 of these homicides. Many of his victims were members of the US Marine Corps and most of their bodies were found to have high levels of both alcohol and tranquilizers.

Liberty German, 14 and Abigail Williams, 13 decided to go hiking on their day off from school on February 13th, 2017 near the Monon High Bridge, a part of the historic trails in Delphi. When Libby's dad arrived to pick them up and the girls didnt show, panic started. A search took place to only find the girl's bodies lifeless. A snapchat photo of a man and a short audio clip was released to the public, but those seem to be the biggest leads since that day in 2017.Police continue to chase down the many leads still coming in daily.If you saw or know anything at all do not be afraid to reach out. You are encouraged to dial the tip lineTip Line: (844) 459-5786Indiana State Police: (800) 382-7537Carroll County Sheriff: (765) 564-2413e-Mail: abbyandlibbytip@cacoshrf.com

When you think of February 14th, you think of sweethearts day, Valentines Day, a holiday some might say is a Hallmark Holiday designed to profit off those who have a significant other. But I'm going to tell you about another version of this holiday - the St. Valentine's Day Massacre.

With Halloween this weekend I wanted to give all of you a spooky episode! I'll be covering Elizabeth Bathory, who was a Hungarian noblewoman and a serial killer - a legendary vampire who is only outrivalled by Count Dracula. Speaking of Dracula, I also cover the inspiration of this well-known fictional character. Vlad III or Vlad the impaler was known to impale his enemies and place them around the city of Wallachia. 

Today Kate dives into the story of Donald Gaskins who was often referred to as the Redneck Charles Manson because of his outrageous actions. He claimed over 100 victims making him one of the most prolific serial killers in South Carolina. Kate takes a deep dive into one of the meanest men to ever exist.

Jack the Ripper is the most notoriously known cold case in the world - everyone has heard of it. In the previous episode, I covered H.H. Holmes and the conspiracy that Holmes is Jack the Ripper - today, we are going to dive into what we know about Jack the Ripper and who is thought to be him besides Holmes.Jack the Ripper had five canonical victims between August 7 and September 10, 1888, in the Whitechapel district of east London. All victims were within a mile of each other. And actually, at the time, the “Leather Apron” was one of the first names given to the killer.

America's first serial killer was known as a con-man and master manipulator. But Holmes had many skeletons in the closet - literally. Herman Mudgett changes his name later in life so the cons he committed in medical school don't catch up to him. Known as H.H. Holmes, he decided to build a murder castle with a very innocent facade of a pharmacy and other retail shops. The building includes a third-story hotel, where he prays on his guests. No one knew what was on the second floor because Holmes hired and fired multiple workers during the build. With his brilliant mind, could the conspiracy that him being Jack the Ripper be true?

Let's dive into the rest of the Co-Ed Killer story with Kate. She goes over Ed's remaining victims, the trial, and his time spent in prison!

Known as the Co-Ed Killer, Ed Kemper was a necrophiliac who killed 10 victims around California in the early 1970s. He is noted for his height, standing 6 foot 9 with a high intellect. He was one of the most self-aware criminals that eventually wanted to be noticed by authorities. Follow along in this two-part series as we dive into the crimes and the mind of Ed Kemper.

In this episode, we are talking about a serial killer who, to this day, has never been caught. During his killings, he taunted the police with letters demanding they be printed in the local newspapers or else he would go on a killing spree. He was known to operate in Northern California between the years of 1968 and 1969, mostly targeting couples with 7 total known victims. This is the case of the Zodiac Killer.

When you think of Wisconsin, you probably think of cheese - not a grave-robbing murderer. On this week's episode, we dive into the case of Ed Gein, the Plainfield Ghoul who has been one of the biggest inspirations to famous movies such as Silence of the Lambs, and Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Ed was an odd fellow, who turned into a murderer who robbed graves in hopes of creating a "woman suit" that resembled his dead mother. And you won't believe what investigators find on his property. *Listener discretion is advised*