Sleuth Be Told

This week we are concluding our coverage of Sylvia Likens. We detail just how involved the neighborhood was, how the Baniszewskis were getting away with it, and how things came to an end.Episode 89Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com 

Sylvia Likens and the Bystander Effect a.k.a. "Indiana's Most Terrible Crime" P2: This week we are taking a deeper dive into the abuse that Sylvia underwent during her time with the Baniszewski's. We also discuss the bystander effect and how other people in the community began getting involved.Episode 88Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com 

This week we are talking about what happened after Sylvia and Jenny were left to stay with Gertrude Baniszewski and her 7 kids while their dad traveled for work. They never could have guessed what would have been next for them.Episode 87Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com 

This week we are talking about the case of Angela Samota who was killed after a night out in Dallas, TX. It is full of twists and turns and while police thought it was straightforward and that they had their man pretty early, they needed evidence so buckle up!Episode 86Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Dave Kroupa lived a stalking nightmare for over 3 years when the woman he dated for 2 weeks seemed determined to ruin his life after telling her he didn't want her to move in with him. What seems like a simple case is actually full of twists and turns so join us to find out the truth behind what was happening.Episode 85Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 2 of our coverage of The Lululemon Murder we are delving into what actually happened the night Jayna Murray was murdered. We also learn about kleptomania, have a little English lesson, and speculate plenty. Episode 84Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

We've all heard of Lululemon leggings but have you heard of the Lululemon Murder? We are diving into the infamous murder that took place at a Lululemon store in Bethesda, MD in 2011.Episode 83Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Paul Fugate is the only Park Ranger to go missing and never be found. The question is did he disappear because he happened upon something and met foul play or was it an elaborate plan so he could escape his life? We are diving into all the possibilities and strange happenings around his disappearance in today's episode.Episode 82Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

This week we did something a little different and instead of covering a case, we watched a true crime documentary, "Girl in the Picture," and talked about our opinions and questions after watching it. Make sure to watch on Netflix so you can follow along with our discussion and let us know if you agree with our thoughts!Episode 81Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

This week we are wrapping up our dive into the case of Laci Peterson. After 5 long weeks, we came back to a few things that we had questions on, we find out the results of Scott's trial, and talk about the drama with the jury and recent appeals. Breya also finally shares her official stance on the case and how her opinion has shifted. Let us know your opinions!Episode 80 Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

This week we are diving into Scott's arrest and the suspicious contents of his car when he is arrested. We also cover the case the prosecution presented and what the defense did to attempt to prove reasonable doubt. Finally, we discussed the fishy burglary from across the street and the implications of how Conner's body was found.Episode 79Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 3 we are diving into all the details of what happened the days, weeks, and even months after Laci went missing before she is found. The search for Laci begins, we learn more about the investigation, Amber finds out who her romantic beau really is, Scott's lies begin to unravel, and finally Laci and Connor are found. You don't want to miss this part as we also take some time to clarify misinformation that has spread about facts of the case and as always there are plenty of related and semi-related tangents ;). Buckle up and happy new year!Episode 78Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In this week's episode we are breaking down the *interesting* Christmas Eve day that Scott Peterson had... at least according to him. Does everything add up or is it all a bit fishy

We've all heard of the story of Laci Peterson. But why has it taken such a hold on us? In part 1 we are diving into the life that everyone thought the Peterson's were living and what was really going on behind the scenes.Episode 76Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Today we are continuing the investigation into what happened to Brenda, the trial of her accused murderer, take a little detour to talk about double jeopardy, and wrap it up with some karmic justice. Have you witnessed an act of karma recently?Episode 75Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Brenda hadn't had the best of luck in relationships, so when her good friend set her up on a blind date with a man who seemed to check all her boxes, she thought she may have found the one. That is, until he started to show his true colors. We dive into this and plenty more in today's episode.Episode 74Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 2 we get into the nitty gritty of what was found in the house and why investigators had to wear hazmat suits to process the scene. We also learn what happened, who did it, and take plenty of detours along the way. It's a jam packed episode so buckle up! Episode 73Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Lisa and Joel Sr. decided to host Thanksgiving for one last hurrah in their family home before retiring and moving. When Lisa didn't show up to work the next day, her coworkers became worried. Would this be the last thing they ever host?Episode 72 Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Carl was a man in love that went to great lengths to find his dream woman. Come along with us as we talk about the crazy things he did and where he and his love ended up.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In Part 2 of our story, we discover the identity of our final victim, and how he was able to escape the Charlotte Street house of horrors. What would police discover when they searched the inside of the home and the property surrounding it? What about Robert Berdella? Will police be able to tie him to the crimes, or will he be able escape justice? Find out the answers to these questions & more on this week's episode. Episode 71Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Halloween night brings spooks & scares, but sometimes it's not the bumps in the night you have to fear, it's the house right next door in your own neighborhood. In Kansas City, Missouri, a 2 story house located at 4315 Charlotte St. was the epitome of a real life haunted house, complete with scares, screams, torture, and murder. Listen if you dare, for this story is not for the faint of heart! Episode 70Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Re-release of one of our past Halloween episodes!Horror movies are supposed to be fictional and for entertainment purposes only. But what happens when the killer character in a slasher film, stops being fictional, and starts killing for real? On October 24th, 1988 in the city of Greenfield, Massachusetts, the "Friday the 13th" movie became a reality, and a copycat "Jason Voorhees" killer brutally murdered a very real, 18 year old, Sharon Gregory inside her home. Who was casted as the killer in this very real slasher film? Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

It's the third and final part to the Weepy Voiced Killer. We dive into what happened after the attacker left Denise in the parking lot and how the killer is finally caught. We also wrap up all the loose ends from the first two episodes and get to witness the sweet taste of karma. Episode 69Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

We're back for part 2 of the Weepy-Voiced Killer. We learn that the man who confessed in part 1, was in fact, not the killer. Almost a year after the confession, the weepy-voice strikes again. So what will the Twin Cities do now? Episode 68Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

It's spooky season so Breya chose a case that gives her the heebie-jeebies. It's totally normal for there to be 911 calls made after a violent crime, but the calls in this case are really something else. The caller ends up being penned "The Weepy Voiced Killer" and once you've heard the calls it will all start to make sense. Buckle up, because this one is a doozy. Episode 67Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

It all comes down to this, the third and final episode of the murder of Katarzyna Zowada. There is finally a legitimate suspect in the case by the name of Robert Janczewski. But is he actually the killer, or just another "dead" end? Join us as we investigate and dissect the evidence against him on this episode of Sleuth Be Told. Episode 66Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In Part 2 of our investigation into the murder of Katarzyna "Kasia" Zowada, we discuss potential suspects and get a clearer picture of why this individual may have committed such a heinous murder, through the use of psychological profiling. Has this murderer struck before, and could he potentially strike again? Episode 65Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

A young college student, in her 20's, mysteriously goes missing in November 1998 from the suburb of Nowa Huta in Krakow, Poland. Police believed she was a runaway, others believed she committed suicide. Was it something more dark & nefarious? Families sought help from the church for relatives that were drawn into Satanism & the occult. Is this what happened to Katarzyna Zowada? Find out how her disappearance became known as the Polish "Silence of the Lambs" on this episode of "Sleuth Be Told". Episode 64Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

There's a reason Breya doesn't believe in coincidences and this case is proving her point. Obviously, the Staudte's weren't really dying of natural causes. But there are more unexpected twists in this case so make sure to listen to find out what really happened!Episode 63Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

The Staudte's were living an average life in the early 2010s. They seemed like a regular, happy family until tragedy unexpectedly hit and over a matter of months there are 2 deaths anttrivuted to natural causes and 1 serious hospitalization. It's no surprise suspicions are starting to rise. What are the odds this has all been natural causes? We all know how Breya feels about coincidences…Episode 62Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Commonly referred to as the youngest serial killer, Mary Bell killed two young boys in the 1960s. She had a rough childhood and was only 10 when she killed for the first time and has gone down in history for her brutal killings of 4 year old Martin Brown and 3 year old Brian Howe. Her best friend, Norma Bell, was also present for these killings but her name isn't infamous like Mary's is and we dive into why that is. We also take a quick spiral into what actually constitutes a serial killer and why that definition is important.Bonus Case #6 of our Patreon Exclusives released for the first time publicly.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Marked explicit for graphic details and language. In part 3 of our dive into the crimes of Todd Kohlhepp we first dive into the murder of Meagan and Johnny Coxie. Then we spend some time delving into other potential victims and claims he has made to try and piece together how his supposed murder count could be close to the three digits like he said. Are his claims true or is he just full of it? Episode 61Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 3 of our dive into the crimes of Todd Kohlhepp we first dive into the murder of Meagan and Johnny Coxie. Then we spend some time delving into other potential victims and claims he has made to try and piece together how his supposed murder count could be close to the three digits like he said. Are his claims true or is he just full of it? Episode 60.Marked explicit for graphic details and language. Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Was Todd Kohlhepp responsible for the infamous Superbike Murders in South Carolina? We are unpacking what happened, Todd's confession, and the discrepancies between the story he told and the story the evidence told. Episode 59Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In August of 2016 Kala Brown and Charlie Carver went missing in South Carolina. When police got a lead on where they could be, no one could have imagined what they would find and what would unfold from the information Kala came out of captivity with.Marked explicit for graphic details of sexual assault and language. Episode 58Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part two of this episode, we discuss what lead to the shocking death of Caylee Anthony. Was it murder, accidental, or something in between? Listen as we discuss the trial, evidence, and deception that took place surrounding her death. Episode 57Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

One day she was there, and 31 days later she was gone. How did 3 year old, Caylee Anthony just vanish into thin air, and why wasn't she reported missing by her mother, Casey Anthony? Was this a case of kidnapping by stranger, or was the true culprit someone inside the family circle? Episode 56Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

We've all heard the stories of razor blades in apples, needles in candy, and sweetheart shaped ecstasy hidden in Halloween candy. Where do these stories come from and have these things actually happened? In 1974, one dad chose trick over treat and it has gone on to perpetuate these stories and will affect the perception of Halloween candy forever. Episode 55.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

All Hallows' Eve, better known as Halloween, was especially dark and scary in Amarillo, TX on October 31st, 1991. There definitely weren't any treats to be had, and the trick this year, was murder. But this one was especially heinous, as Sister Tadea Benz, was raped, stabbed, and strangled inside her second floor bedroom in the St. Francis Convent while she slept. Things aren't always what they seem, even when the evidence, or a clairvoyant, point you in the direction of the killer. Listen and find out more about the people and things that go bump in the night. Episode 54. Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Horror movies are supposed to be fictional and for entertainment purposes only. But what happens when the killer character in a slasher film, stops being fictional, and starts killing for real? On October 24th, 1988 in the city of Greenfield, Massachusetts, the "Friday the 13th" movie became a reality, and a copycat "Jason Voorhees" killer brutally murdered a very real, 18 year old, Sharon Gregory inside her home. Who was casted as the killer in this very real slasher film? Listen and find out in this week's episode! Episode 53.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 3 of our coverage of the "Toolbox Killers" we reach the conclusion of their horrific spree, court proceedings, and a disturbing piece of evidence that made jurors vomit. Episode 52.Marked explicit for graphic details of sexual assault and the murders. Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 2 of our coverage of the "Toolbox Killers" we focus on their second, third, and fourth victims - Andrea Hall, Leah Lamp, and Jackie Gilliam. These were all young women who were full of life and had so much potential, but because they had the unfortunate crossing of paths with Bittaker and Norris their lives were cut short. We wanted to make sure we focused on the victims in this case and had enough time to tell their stories, so there will be a part 3 released tomorrow that will cover the final victim as well as the apprehension and trials of the men. If you don't want to wait until then, part 3 is available on Patreon now. Episode 51.Marked explicit for graphic details of sexual assault and the murders. Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 1 of our coverage of the "Toolbox Killers," we introduce Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris. We dive into who they were, how they met, and why them meeting was match made in Hell. We also learn who Cindy Schaefer was and how she became the men's first victim. Episode 50.Marked explicit for graphic details of sexual assault and the murders. Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

For teens living everyday life "irl" can be difficult. But when you combine that with mental illness, image issues, and keeping up with multiple online personas, life can go from difficult to deadly. Bianca Devins was a daughter, sister, friend, and even a talented artist. Online, she was an e-girl, who had many "orbiters" over different platforms. But, when the two worlds collided, she ended up dead, with her murder becoming a viral sensation. Was it at the hands of an "incel", or someone she least expected? Part 2 - Episode 49.Marked explicit for descriptions of a brutal murder, subsequent pictures, sexual content, and profanity. Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

For teens living everyday life "irl" can be difficult. But when you combine that with mental illness, image issues, and keeping up with multiple online personas, life can go from difficult to deadly. Bianca Devins was a daughter, sister, friend, and even a talented artist. Online, she was an e-girl, who had many "orbiters" over different platforms. But, when the two worlds collided, she ended up dead, with her murder becoming a viral sensation. Was it at the hands of an "incel", or someone she least expected?Part 1 - Episode 48.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

This case has gone down in history for more than one reason. It was the first homicide case in Connecticut tried without a body and was also the focus of the first episode of the now popular TV show, Forensic Files. Forensics played a huge part in solving this disturbing case and was one of the first cases that brought attention to Dr. Henry Lee who would later go on to consult in cases like the JonBenet Ramsey case as well as the O.J. Simpson case. Why has it been dubbed "The Woodchipper Murder?" Tune in to find out. Episode 47.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Bryce Laspisa was 19 years old when he mysteriously vanished. He started acting strange, taking a prescription stimulant, drinking an exorbitant amount of hard liquor, and withdrawing from his friends before taking a disconcerting drive. This drive ended in his car on its side and no one ever seeing Bryce again. Episode 46.

Becky Thomson and Amy Burridge, two sisters who fell victim to the ruse of two abductors, the epitome of wolves in sheep's clothing. One would make it out alive, only to bear the brunt and guilt of being the survivor. Unfortunately, the tragedy didn't end on September 4th, 1973, at the Fremont Canyon Bridge, located just outside Casper, WY. It struck again nearly 19 years later at the same bridge, bringing their story to a heartbreaking end. Episode 45.Explicit content: rape and sexual abuse details related to the crime itselfThank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

In part 2 of our coverage of Lindy Chamberlain, we break down how her cries of "a dingo took my baby" overtook the media and became an international sensation. We follow the case through the media, its many inquests, a conviction, and more. Episode 44.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

The phrase "a dingo took my baby" has been used in pop culture for years. It's typically used as a punchline, but where did it come from? In this week's episode, we talk about the surprisingly dark origin of this saying and what happened to the Chamberlain family. Or at least one side of what happened. It seems like a very straightforward but unfortunate story, but it isn't as simple as it seems. We'll breakdown how this case got taken hold of by the media and Lindy ended up in jail for the murder of her daughter in part 2 next week. Episode 43.Thank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com

Behind the quaint exterior of the Knotek family's seemingly perfect home in Raymond, Washington, existed a real life "House of Horrors". Michelle "Shelly" Knotek, opened her home to those less fortunate than her. But that hospitality came at a price. Just how much? Listen & find out how a "good samaritan" might not always be good. Episode 42.Explicit content: child abuse details of a suggestive natureThank you for listening!Please follow us on Instagram, support our Patreon, view show notes, and more at https://www.sleuthbetold.com