Podcast appearances and mentions of brenda sue schaefer

Dubbla fall av upprörande rättegångsprocesser i veckans avsnitt. Karin berättar om Brenda Sue Schaefer som försvann efter att ha gjort slut med sitt ex Mel Ignatow, en man som senare erkände att han dödat henne men trots det inte kunde dömas för mordet.Anna berättar om 15-åriga Martha Moxley som hittades mördad i sin familjs trädgård i oktober 1975. Rättegångsprocessen pågick fram till bara några år sen och huvudmisstänkte Michael Skakel har fängslats och släppts många gånger om

On September 24, 1988, Brenda Sue Schaefer was sexually tortured and murdered in Louisville, Kentucky. Brenda's boyfriend Mel Ignatow was tried for the crime. Despite the testimony of his ex-girlfriend Mary Ann Shore, who led police to the spot where Brenda Sue's body was buried, jurors found Ignatow not guilty for lack of evidence. However, six months later new incriminating evidence — Brenda's jewelry and photos from the night of her murder — were discovered in Ignatow's former home. This classic "48 Hours" episode last aired on 7/15/2002. Watch all-new episodes of “48 Hours” on Saturdays, and stream on demand on Paramount+.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stick with us until the end with this one because karma is a glass coffee table. This week we're telling you about Mel Ignatow and the horrific murder of Brenda Sue Schaefer. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube

Profiles the details of the murder and torture of Brenda Sue Schaefer by Mel Ignatow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/valerie-harvey/message

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

Mel Ignatow was a liar, a fiend, and someone who took advantage of Brenda Sue Schaefer. And, when she tried to leave him, he did unspeakable acts. However, he would be found not guilty of her murder. After the trial, he confessed. Welcome to the world of double jeopardy. Send your spooky stories to mikeohhello@gmail.com!  thatchapter@night.co for business inquiries

One of the most dangerous things a woman can do is breakup with a man who is a control freak. This is the tragic story of Brenda Sue Schaefer. Source Material:A Brief History of the American DreamWikipedia - Mel IgnatowHow Melvin Ignatow Got Away With Murder — Before Eventually Being Killed By KarmaTHE MONSTER OF LOUISVILLE - MEL IGNATOW - The Crime ReelDouble Jeopardy Interferes In The Prosecution Of A MurdererMel IgnatowCRIMINALSMary Ann Shore InlowMusic Credit:1. SITTING BY THE SHOREMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/sitting-by-the-shoreLicense code: 4ZTBYG6YG1G0ZWQO 2. LIGHTLESS DAWNMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/lightless-dawnLicense code: PFYUGTZVDWOCBNLK3. CAN'T SLEEPMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/locran/cant-sleepLicense code: HAVIXRYL3KM0XULJ4. DYSTOPIANMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/enzalla/dystopianLicense code: 00BFHDZUS6XXOGYW5. DARK FOGMysteriousSuspensefulMusic2018-11-03_-_Dark_Fog_-_David_Fesliyan.mp36. SOLVING THE CRIME2021-09-06_-_Solving_The_Crime_-_David_Fesliyan.mp3 For the love of hospitalityHospiamo For the love of hospitalityConnect with us: killerhearttohearts@gmail.comFollow us on: Tik TokFollow us on: InstagramLike us on: FacebookFollow us on: Twitter

Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing one September day in 1988. Brenda went to visit her ex boyfriend, Melvin Henry Ignatow, leaving her loving family behind forever. Listen to find out what happened to Brenda. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/easykillerpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/easykillerpodcast/support

Brenda Sue Schaefer and Mel Ignatow on a blind date. She thought she was finally happy, Mel seemed well off and seemed to really listen to her. When he proposed on Valentines day it was a no brainer. However, shortly after that Mel showed his true colors. He was abusive and se*ually pushy towards Brenda. When she planned to leave I'm, he caught wind and put a stop to it.   - https://linktr.ee/bitchpackmedia - Content: 00:00 - Intro 2:33 - Start of Case 05:42 - Met Mel Ignatow 07:07 - Downhill 09:48 - Murder 13:49 - Brenda Missing 16:55 - Voluntary Grand Jury and trial 25:28 - Perjury Charges 30:46 - Free Man 34:00 - Death 35:35 - Wrap Up - Intro by the amazing Rux Ton - Logo by Sloane of The Sophisticated Crayon - SOURCES: http://juryverdicts.net/PenceReport.pdf    https://www.cbsnews.com/news/double-jeopardy/    https://www.wave3.com/story/8932145/ignatows-son-reacts-to-his-fathers-death/    https://www.newspapers.com/clip/98157251/ignatow-timeline/    https://caselaw.findlaw.com/ky-supreme-court/1338247.html     https://murderpedia.org/male.I/i/ignatow-mel.htm     https://allthatsinteresting.com/mel-ignatow    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mel_Ignatow 

Brenda Sue Schaefer is a genuinely nice person who is beset by Mel Ignatow, a pushy salesman and all around turd.

PLEASE download the episode before listening to help us achieve our sponsorship goals:)Melvin Henry Ignatow was a resident of Louisville, Kentucky, U.S., who was tried for the 1988 murder of his former girlfriend, Brenda Sue Schaefer. The case was controversial because Ignatow was acquitted of the charge and he later admitted killing Schaefer. Join our Facebook Group @ https://www.facebook.com/groups/176256324558037/Follow us on Instagram @thebeyondduo*Let us get to know you! Send us an email and let's be friends;) Also Any Feedback or Episode Requests- thebeyondduopodcast@gmail.com**Two New Episodes released weekly**True Crime Tuesdays & Freaky Fridays 

O que acontece quando uma mulher bonita se apaixona loucamente por um homem cheio de si, e que também a ama mas tem uma ex-ciumenta? Talvez você pense que eles possam ter uma conversa madura, o homem diz que está apaixonado por outra, a ex aceita e vida que segue. O novo casal sai pra jantar, namoram, viajam por aí, noivam e depois se casam. Só que aqui, nesse podcast, tudo que parece perfeito demais acaba sendo desmascarado. A história de hoje é extremamente cruel e revoltante, então preparem-se bem para ouvir o caso de hoje. Ouça agora tudo sobre Brenda Sue Schaefer. Para referências ou para sugerir um episódio, visite nosso site: www.crimemania.com.br. Siga-nos no instagram: www.instagram.com/crimemania/

Brenda Sue Schaefer was described as a kind, pretty, and smart young woman. Her biggest flaw was falling in love with the wrong men. She would meet one such man, Melvin Ignatow, on a blind date set by her best friend. And when he gave her the attention she craved, she was hooked. But things would begin to crumble when Mel became controlling and abusive. Eventually, Brenda broke up with Mel. And then, on September 23, 1988, in Louisville, Kentucky, Brenda Sue Schaefer disappeared. And while everyone—and I mean everyone—knew who killed Brenda, no one would ever be convicted for her murder. This is the story of Melvin Ignatow. Double Jeopardy.Join our Facebook Group: Kentucky Fried Cousins (Cause we're all family here!)For additional show notes, go to: kentuckyfriedhomicide.comRead Kris Calvert's Books Today for Free If you're a Kentucky Fried Homicide subscriber, you can start Kris Calvert's books for free.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kyfriedhomicide)

In the late 1980s, a Louisville woman named Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing. For months, police and FBI were extremely frustrated. They knew who did it, but they didn't have the evidence to prove it. After going cold for months, they finally got a break in the case. But what would normally be an ending to a tragic true crime story, would just be the beginning. Get ready to be frustrated! For details on this case, check out the book ‘Double Jeopardy' by Bob Hill. On behalf of this series, I'm asking listeners to make a donation to The Center for Women and Families. Head to www.thecenteronline.org. Thank you --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew/support

In the late 1980s, a Louisville woman named Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing. For months, police and FBI were extremely frustrated. They knew who did it, but they didn't have the evidence to prove it. After going cold for months, they finally got a break in the case. But what would normally be an ending to a tragic true crime story, would just be the beginning. Get ready to be frustrated! For details on this case, check out the book ‘Double Jeopardy' by Bob Hill. On behalf of this series, I'm asking listeners to make a donation to The Center for Women and Families. Head to www.thecenteronline.org. Thank you --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew/support

In the late 1980s, a Louisville woman named Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing. For months, police and FBI were extremely frustrated. They knew who did it, but they didn't have the evidence to prove it. After going cold for months, they finally got a break in the case. But what would normally be an ending to a tragic true crime story, would just be the beginning. Get ready to be frustrated! For details on this case, check out the book ‘Double Jeopardy' by Bob Hill. On behalf of this series, I'm asking listeners to make a donation to The Center for Women and Families. Head to www.thecenteronline.org. Thank you --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew/support

We don’t want to say too much in case you’ve never heard the story of Mel Ignatow, Brenda Sue Schaefer, and Mary Ann Shore, but just trust us—this Louisville, Kentucky murder is a wild ride. Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mel_Ignatow https://allthatsinteresting.com/mel-ignatow https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/mel-ignatow-41674.php https://murderpedia.org/male.I/i/ignatow-mel-photos.htm Support our sponsors! OK Drugs: CBD gummies help you find clarity in crazy! Use the code WITCHMAGIC to get 10% off your order at okdrugs.co. (Not .com!) Rolling Oven Pizza: With locations in Lexington and Versailles, KY, it’s the best pizza Kentucky has to offer! www.rollingoven.com. (If you’re not local to Kentucky, please support your favorite locally owned restaurants however you can!) Check out @witchesmagicmurdermystery on Instagram! Email your personal or local stories related to witches, magic, murder, or mystery to witchesmagicmurdermystery@gmail.com. Get to know us better: Kara: @atoakandmain Megan: @megan_whitmer or www.meganwhitmer.com Theme music: Chloe’s Lullaby by Robert Austin. Available on Spotify, Google Play, YouTube, Bandcamp, and Patreon!

You can now watch OVTrueCrimes live true crime show at OVTrueCrime.com! This weeks case takes us to Louisville, KY. It's a case that happened when I was 4, but one that I grew up hearing about. It was a notorious case for the area.

The conclusion to our three part series on Brenda Schaefer’s murder is here. What goes down during the ice cream sting? Is Mary Ann Shore able to get Mel Ignatow to confess what really happened? There’s a lot to unpack here and that’s where we’ll start. This is going to be a wild, karma-filled ride with a twist and a half for an ending.  Check out the book Double Jeopardy by Bob Hill: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0380721929/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5GEpFbNM18BFJ As always thank you to our sponsors! DailyHarvest: Keep it simple this summer with Daily Harvest! Go to http://DAILYHARVEST.com and enter promo code MORBID to get twenty- five dollars off your first box!  Bestfiends:  With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That’s FRIENDS without the R – Best Fiends!

The first of two parts in the Brenda Sue Schaefer murder case. Brenda was a modest, hard working woman just looking for the right man to fall in love and enjoy life with. Unfortunately she met Mel Ignato instead. This installment we’re getting Ashcentric with it and talking about who Brenda was, what her first relationships were like and what the events were leading up to her disappearance. Of course we gotta leave you on a cliffhanger, but feel free to head to a chilli restaurant while you wait for part two! See you next week.  Double Jeopardy: Obsession, Murder and Justice Denied by Bob Hill https://www.amazon.com/Double-Jeopardy-Obsession-Murder-Justice/dp/0688129102 Thank you to our sponsors,  Athena Club: Stop using razors that underdeliver and switch to Athena Club!  Sign up today and you’ll get 15% off your first order! Just go to Athena http://Club.com and use promo code morbid. PlushCare: Start your membership today! Go to http://PlushCare.com/morbid to start your FREE 30-day trial.

Brenda Sue Schaefer goes missing in 1988 and her ex-boyfriend Mel Ignatow quickly becomes the suspect. Years later, how does hidden evidence come back to bite him?

September 24, 1988. Louisville, Kentucky. Brenda Sue Schaefer had not been lucky in love. When she was set up on a blind date with an older man named Mel Ignatow, she thought she had finally found the right guy. He was successful and gave Brenda a lot of attention. After a while, though, things began to sour and it was learned that Mel was very controlling and abusive. After Brenda broke things off with him, she went missing. Detectives got a lead when Mel Ignatow's ex-girlfriend, Mary Ann Shore was interviewed. But would this lead solve the case and bring a killer to justice? One thing is certain, once you have heard the details of this true crime case you will never forget it.

This weeks case takes us to Louisville, KY. It's a case that happened when I was 4, but one that I grew up hearing about. It was a notorious case for the area. To this day, the case is told as a cautionary tale about how even the most guilty suspect can still get away with their crime.   The 5th amendment of the constitution of the united states of america, reads in part “nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb”. In today's terms, it means that if you are found guilty if a crime like murder, you can't be tried for the same crime again. It keeps prosecutors from trying a case over and over until they find a jury willing to convict.   It's meant to keep our system fair.   But like they say, the road to hell is paved with good intentions.   In this case, that road lead to a home in Louisville, Ky. Where 1 person would die, and 2 people would get away with it, despite irrefutable proof being found But, as sometimes happens, karma had the final say.   _________________   Brenda Sue Schaefer was 36 years old, loved by her family, friends, and coworkers. Born and raised in Louisville. Married right out of high school, the marriage only lasted 4 years, and the separation was hard on Brenda due to her strong religious beliefs. Afterwards, Brenda moved back in with her parents in a suburb outside of the main city.   Her next serious relationship was with dentist Jim Rush, this relationship would last 8 years, but ended due to disagreements and Jim's drinking.   In 1986, at age 34 Brenda's life took a turn, and unfortunately in a story that is all too familiar, red flags were ignored.   Brenda met 48 year old Melvin Ignatow in September of 1986. He was the father of 3 grown children, and shared a house with his mother. No one in Brenda's life really understood what she saw in him, but for whatever reason, the relationship continued. After only two months of dating, Ignatow proposed to Brenda. Ignoring her doubts, Brenda agreed, but refused to set a date for a wedding. Afterwards as is usually the case, Ignatows true personality came out. He became more controlling and abusive as time went on. Most of which Brenda tried to keep hidden from everyone. Brenda, a catholic, weary from failures of past relationships, and wanting to make things work, made excuses for Mel's behavior. He would berate her for being frigid, wanted her to engage in sexual acts she wasn't comfortable with, and eventually would start giving her pills. Pills that made her forgot what happened the night before. Once, Brenda even awoke to find Ignatow holding a rag soaked in chloroform near her face. He claimed he was only trying to help her relax.   Brenda eventually confided to friends. They told her to leave. They worried.   Despite not knowing what was really going on, Brenda's family still deeply disliked Mel. He was arrogant and demanding. They wanted Brenda to leave.   Brenda's boss, Dr Spalding, also saw part of this dark side. Ignatow would call Brenda repeatedly at work. Sometimes to yell at her.   Brenda still stayed.   Until 1988. 2 years into her relationship with Ignatow, Brenda had finally decided to leave. She had even started talking to her old boyfriend, Jim Rush again.   Ignatow could sense the end was coming, and he was not going to allow it to happen. Not on Brenda's terms. Ignatow contacted his ex girlfriend, Mary Ann Shore. Shore, who had continued a sexual relationship with ignatow despite his being with Brenda, would be described by the media and everyone else as overweight and unattractive compared to the slim and pretty Brenda. I think this characterization is unfair. What made Shore ugly was her personality, not her looks. She was selfish, rude, and did whatever Ignatow wanted.   Even the worst thing imaginable.   For a month, Ignatow and Shore plotted what they would do to an unsuspecting Brenda. They dug a grave in the woods near Shores house that was 6 feet deep, got their stories straight, and Ignatow even went so far as to make a checklist of the things he wanted to do to Brenda before killing her.   They finally put their plan into action on September 23rd, 1988.   That day Brenda and Ignatow agreed to meet so that Brenda could return some jewelry and officially break off the relationship.   Brenda ended up in Ignatows car, and Ignatow drove her to Shores house, claiming that he needed to pick something up.   As soon as they entered the house, Shore locked the door behind them, and the assault began. While Shore took dozens of photos, Ignatow made Brenda strip, grovel, and repeat his pre prepared script.   The assault began with Brenda being tied to a coffee table, beaten, sexually assaulted. Then taken to a bedroom, tied down, and sexually assaulted. The abuse and torture went on for hours. When Mel had finally checked everything off his list, he soaked a rag in chloroform and held it to Brenda's face until she was dead.   Afterwards, she was tied into a fetal position, wrapped in garbage bags, and buried. At just 36 years old, just when she was finally ready to be free of her abusive relationship, Brenda Sue Schaefer was dead. But the indignity of what happened to her didn't stop with her death. The court system would deliver one last blow. It would shock a city, devastate Brenda's family, and reveal how easily some murderers can go free.     ________________________ Brenda's family immediately knew something was wrong. Brenda's mother, who at the time was suffering from lupus, stayed up most of the night waiting for Brenda to come home. It was unlike her to not show up when she said she would, and by 3am, her mother was deeply concerned.   The next day, the 24th, Brenda's mother called Ignatow to see if he knew where Brenda was. Ignatow claimed he hadn't seen her since they parted company the previous day. Ignatow then contacted police to report Brenda missing.   On September 25th, Brenda's car was found abandoned on the side of Interstate 65. One of the rear tires was flat, the windows were smashed, and the radio had been stolen. Where the car was found was only a half mile from Brenda's house. So police thought that had the car broken down, Brenda would have easily walked home.   When police went to the family news to tell the family Brenda's car had been located, Brenda's brothers strongly suspected she was dead. They also thought they knew who did it. When Ignatow arrived at the family home to help figure out where Brenda could be, the family found his crying and concern fake.   Weeks went by with no sign of Brenda. Her brother Tom, and his girlfriend Melinda went to police to inform them of their suspicions about Ignatows involvement. Before She went missing, Brenda had confided to Melinda that Ignatow had been sexually abusing her, and that she wanted out.   Police did eventually interview Ignatow. When they met him at his house, they were surprised that Ignatow had already prepared a written list of the days events.   Mel's timeline of that day went as follows: He claimed that Brenda picked him up around 3pm   They went to boat show, but changed their minds because it was raining, and did not exit the car.   Instead they parked and talked.   Afterwards he said the two drove to an art fair, but once again did not exit the car.   Eventually Brenda dropped him off at home and left. He hadn't seen her since.   Ignatow even admitted he looked like a suspect.   Police were extremely suspicious, but had no evidence or leads to go on.   By february of 1989, the police had run out of leads. _____________ But the people in Brenda's life had not given up. Brenda's boss, Dr. Spalding, knew that Ignatow had killed Brenda. He even went on local news saying so. He didn't have any proof, but he knew. People in Louisville knew too. The local paper, the Courier journal printed an article pointing to Mel Ignatow.   Frustrated that nothing was happening, Dr Spalding sent an anonymous letter to Ignatow in march of 1989. The letter threatened to kill Ignatow unless he revealed where Brenda's body was.   Spalding was arrested, and charged with threatening Ignatow.   In August of 1989 Mel was a witness in the trial of Spalding, Ignatow once again, under oath, claimed that he didn't know what had happened to Brenda.   In the end, Spalding was fined $300. He was happy to pay.   __________________________________ After that trial, in October of 1989, a little over a year since Brenda went missing, the local prosecutor decided to convene a grand jury and bring Ignatow in for questioning. This is where Ignatow would make his first mistake. During questioning, he mentioned Mary Ann Shore and that they had started their relationship again a month after Brenda vanished, something that the police weren't aware of before.   Detective brought Shore in for questioning, but no matter what they said or tactics they used, even after failing a polygraph test.   Shore still wasn't talking.   Not yet. ________________ The grand jury decided to subpoena Shore. During questioning, Shore got caught in a lie after claiming she had only ever met Brenda once.   This caused Shore to get up and flea the room.   It all became to much for Shore and finally, during another round of questioning on Jan 9th 1990 she finally admitted that she had helped kill Brenda and knew where the body was. She took a deal, she would plead guilty to tampering with evidence if she showed police the location of Brenda's body, and helped them catch Ignatow by wearing a wire.   ______________________ Shore met with Ignatow and told him that the police had been pressuring her, and that she was worried the property behind her house would be developed soon.   Ignatow was furious, and berated Shore, explaining to her how she should deal with the police. Telling her that the hole they dug was deep enough. No one would find it. He never actually mentioned the murder or Brenda.   But police thought they had enough, and on January 19th 1990 they arrested Ignatow at his home.   Despite thorough searches of Ignatow and Shores homes, no physical evidence was found that could tie ignatow to the murder.   Later that day, Brenda's body was finally recovered. Her family finally knew what had happened to Brenda. 6 months later, Brenda’s mother finally succumbed to her battle with Lupus. 7 months after that, Brenda’s father died.   _______ Ignatows lawyer argued that his client wouldn't be able to get a fair trial in Louisville, so the judge agreed that the trial would be held in a different city about 100 miles away and the trial began in December of 1991.     It did not go well for the prosecutor. Shore, they key witness, performed badly on the stand. Dressed inappropriately and laughing, she didn't come across as credible. Ignatows lawyer used her behavior and testimony to claim that she was the real murderer of Brenda.   Since Brenda had been buried for over a year, the physical evidence on her body was gone, leaving the prosecutor with no evidence to tie Ignatow to the murder either. Ignatows lawyer also argued that the audio was bad, and that you couldn't tell exactly what Ignatow was referring to being buried. Ignatows lawyer proposed that his client was actually referring to a safe that his clint and shore had buried.   For reasons that still confuse everyone else to this day, the jury only took 6 hours to decide that Melvin Ignatow was not guilty of murdering Brenda Sue Schaefer. He was cleared of all charges.   On December 23rd, 1991, Ignatow left the court a free man.   Louisville residents, the prosecutor, police, and even the judge were angry at the jurors. When pressed about their decision, the best reasoning the jurors had was that the case simply wasn't strong enough.   Mary Ann Shore, following through with her plea, was sentenced to 5 years in prison in February of 1992.   ____________ But prosecutors were not finished with Ignatow. Unable to convict him on murder, they decided to try and catch him on perjury charges.   They charged him with perjury over his testimony in the murder trial.   Detectives asked the new owners of Ignatows old house if they could search it again, but were denied. However luck would be on their side. Just a few days before Ignatows perjury trial began, a carpet installer working in Ignatows old house found an air vent hidden under some carpet. Inside he found something that would have changed the entire outcome of Ignatows murder trial. Inside the vent, wrapped in baggies, was the jewelry Brenda had taken to Ignatow the night of her murder. Along with the jewelry, dozens of rolls of undeveloped film. Police were called.   After developing the film, which resulted in over 100 pictures, a terrifying timeline of Brenda's last few hours emerged. Pictures from the beginning, to the end, of Brenda's assault and torture were on the film. And although Ignatows face was never in the frame, police were able to match moles on his body to the ones in the pictures.   Ignatow was convicted of perjury, and sentenced to 8 years in prison. During the sentencing, Ignatow made a statement admitting the the murder. During which he turned to the members of Brenda family in the court and said, “She died peacefully.”   But due to having previously been in jail when he awaited his murder trial and good behavior, he was released after just 5 years.   Prosecutors still weren't done.   They charged him for perjury again for lying under oath in the trial against Brenda's boss, Dr Spalding. Ignatow was found guilty again, and sentenced to 9 years in prison.   In 2004, Mary Ann Shore died while in hospice care at the age of 54.   Ignatow was released in 2006 and lived in a house just 4 miles from where he had murdered Brenda.   By all accounts, he was still as smug as ever but tried to keep to himself.   In 2008, fate, karma, or whatever you call it, finally caught up to him. On September 1st, 2008, almost 20 years after he tied Brenda to a coffee table to rape and torture her, Melvin Ignatow was found dead in his apartment.   Ignatow had bled to death, alone. He had fallen on his coffee table and cut open his head and arm. __________ If you’re being abused and need help, you can contact the national domestic violence hotline at 1−800−799−7233. If you’ve been a victim of sexual assault or rape, even at the hands of your partner or spouse, you can contact the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 1 800 656 4673.

Stacy tells Kim the about frustratingly heinous murder of Brenda Sue Schaefer. Kim gets bummed out and talks about Bill Cosby a lot.

Brenda Schaefer A picture is worth a thousand words. But there are no words to describe the fate that befell Brenda Sue Schaefer from Louisville, Kentucky. You are listening to MurderCast.

Listen to Episode 3, a detailed episode that chronicles the story of then 36-year-old Brenda Sue Schaefer and her unfortunate demise in Louisville, Kentucky in 1988. Brenda was killed by ex-boyfriend, Mel Ignatow, but not before being kidnapped, raped, sodomized, and tortured by him first. Much to Louisville’s dismay, Mel was acquitted of the murder. However, after an incredible discovery six months later in October of 1992, he was proven to be the killer…only nothing could be done about it: double jeopardy saved him, and the town was infuriated. Learn about Brenda, how she became entangled with Mel Ignatow, how the trial proceeded, and Ignatow’s own coincidental but karmaic ending