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True Crimecast
The Covina Massacre - Bruce Pardo

True Crimecast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 7:55


In this episode of True Crimecast, we delve into the horrifying events of the 2008 Covina Massacre. On Christmas Eve, Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, consumed by rage and bitterness after a messy divorce, arrived at his ex-wife's family Christmas party dressed as Santa Claus and unleashed a deadly attack. Armed with multiple weapons and a sinister plan, Pardo claimed nine lives, including that of an 8-year-old girl, before taking his own life.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.

Failure To Stop
511. TRUE CRIME: The Santa Slayer's Covina Massacre

Failure To Stop

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 77:14


On Christmas Eve 2008, a disgruntled ex-husband carried out one of the most brutal and bizarre family annihilations in history. Bruce Pardo, armed to the teeth and wearing a Santa Claus suit, entered the Covina dwelling of his former in-laws and began a reign of Christmas carnage that left nine dead, including children, and wounded others. Take a look at the bizarre, selfish and unforgivable life of this crazed killer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Les K Du Crime
#3 Calendrier de L'avent - Le K du Covina Massacre & Le K Laci Peterson

Les K Du Crime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2023 50:23


Joyeuse veille de Noël, Aujourd'hui, Kathia vous parle une tragédie familiale qui a eu lieu en 2008 en Californie, un Père Noël pas comme les autres cognes à la porte… Pour la part, Kiki nous fait part un drame épouvantable ou une femme est encore une fois de trop la victime. Bonne écoute !

Crime, Cocktails, and BS
Christmas Chaos to Tinseltown Drama: Covina Massacre & RHOBH

Crime, Cocktails, and BS

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2023 63:12


*START AT 37 MINUTES TO SKIP THE CRIME PORTION* Prepare for an in-depth exploration into the chilling events of the Covina Massacre, where we dissect the motives and unravel the layers of tragedy behind this harrowing crime. Through careful examination, we delve into the story and its impact, aiming to understand the complex factors at play. Shifting gears, we pivot to the glamorous yet tumultuous world of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. From dramatic dinners to escalating feuds and headline-grabbing controversies, we decode the latest escapades of these larger-than-life ladies.

Extinguished
The Covina Massacre: A Holiday Horror Story Unveiled

Extinguished

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2023 5:57


A Christmas Eve celebration turns into a scene straight out of a horror film when a man clad as Santa Claus knocks on the Ortega family's door, unleashing terror beyond imagination. Listen as we, David McClam and LaDonna Humphrey, unravel the Covina Massacre—a night that turned the joyous holiday into a nightmare of gunfire and flames, claiming nine innocent lives.As we recount the story in a complete single episode, we shed light on the devastating actions of Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, the family member whose malicious intent was disguised under the veil of a festive costume. Through eyewitness accounts and a detailed investigation, we expose the darkness that lurked behind Pardo's eyes and the calculated vengeance that led to an unfathomable tragedy.Join us for a poignant episode that serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the sometimes hidden perils that can shatter the peace of the holiday season.Listen to the other Collaborators on Santa Maybe a Criminal. Click HereCheck out our other podcastDeep Dark Secrets With LaDonna Humphrey and Amy SmithTrue Crime, Authors and Extraodinary People with David McClamDON'T FORGET TO RATE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBEJOIN US ON FACEBOOKSIGN THE DEEP DARK SECRETS PETITION HERESound Mixing and editing by David McClamIntro and outro byJacqueline G. (JacquieVoice) From Fiverr

Brown Brothers Present: The Haunting Hour
Ep. 66 The Covina Massacre

Brown Brothers Present: The Haunting Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 29:36


This episode we chat Halloween bars, Christmas traditions, and one of the deadliest Christmas eve's in United States history. In 2009 California witnessed a Christmas Eve that did not bring joy, and festive feelings but a night of darkness and evil. Join Tyler and Ryan as they discuss what happens the night of the Covina Massacre 

Southern Belles and Chilling Tales
Christmas is a Cult! and the Covina Massacre

Southern Belles and Chilling Tales

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 44:37


Light up your Yule Log. Warm your cocoa. Grab your matching Christmas PJs and whatever else you need for today's scary story of an evil Santa and how we're all in a cult. Kristin tells us of a horrible night for a Covina, CA family that changed Christmas forever. We also have a little fun discussing the Santa Cult.

It's Crime Time
S02E5: Bruce Pardo and the Christmas Eve Massacre (Covina Massacre)

It's Crime Time

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 22:09


On December 24, 2008, 45-year-old Bruce Jeffrey Pardo dressed as Santa Claus carrying weapons and a Christmas package, walked up to the home of Joseph and Alicia Ortega where they were having a Christmas Eve party for 25-30 family members. Bruce was determined to massacre all party guests due to his anger from his recent divorce from Joseph and Alicia's daughter, Sylvia Ortega Pardo. After shooting some of the party guests, Bruce used a homemade flamethrower he carried in the package to ignite the home, charring the bodies of his victims. The aftermath of this massacre has not been forgotten by the Ortegas and their family, as it left 13 children orphaned and others without one parent. Sources Murderpedia Los Angeles Times Audio: CBS News: Santa Shooting Spree 911 Tapes

Last Podcast On The Left
Relaxed Fit: The 2022 Christmas True Crime Roundup

Last Podcast On The Left

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 69:52


The holiday season is upon us once again so it's time for a Christmas themed Relaxed Fit as the boys breakdown the disturbing Christmas Eve slayings of Bruce Pardo and the Covina Massacre, as well as a few classic Roundtable style tales of Holiday Hijinks to help you through the long holiday weekend.

Love Marry Kill
Bruce Pardo and the Covina Massacre

Love Marry Kill

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 38:35


On Christmas Eve 2008, “Santa” came to Covina, California and unleashed a fury upon the Ortega family, killing 9 of their beloved family members. In this bonus episode we talk about Bruce Pardo and his horrible crime that left a beautiful family shattered.

Beyond The Rainbow - True Crimes of the LGBT
Bonus Episode: Holiday Naughty Stories from Darkcast Network - Part 1

Beyond The Rainbow - True Crimes of the LGBT

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 87:01


Hear about cryptids like Krampus, Belsnickel, and Le LeChuza. Hear about true crime like the Covina Massacre and the Lawson Family Murders....these are all tales that belong on the naughty list.

Manic & Medicated
The Christmas Massacre | True Crime

Manic & Medicated

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 18:00


The Covina Massacre.@manicandmedicated_

Inhuman: A True Crime Podcast
Episode 164: The Covina Massacre

Inhuman: A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 32:50


On Christmas Eve 2008, Bruce Pardo walked into the Ortega family home in Covina, California with a horrific plan. This is the story of what happened. https://leticiashope.com/ Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inhumanpod Buy MERCH here! https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/merch If you enjoy our podcast, please leave us a rating and review! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @inhuman_podcast and join our Facebook group (Inhuman Podcast). If you have questions or case suggestions, send us an email at inhumanmonsterpod@gmail.com! Check out our website to submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode! https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/ Today's episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/inhuman Uncommon Goods - get 15% off at uncommongoods.com/inhuman

Stab in the Back
Rebel Without a Claus

Stab in the Back

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 109:22


Strap in, it's the annual Christmas episode! Santa can sometimes be a little naughty, himself, and this episode's stories prove it. First, Anna goes down the list of the crimes that occur more often around the holidays, and Benton tells the tragic tale of the Covina Massacre in Covina, California. Then, Anna recounts the case of the bank robbing Santa Claus, Marshall Ratliff. Finally, the two watch an episode of the rebooted Cold Case Files, profiling the murders of Ed and Minnie Maurin.Our TV doc this week is Season 6: Episode 2 of Cold Case Files(Reboot Season), "Killings on Christmas Eve".

Wheel of Crime Podcast
Christmas Country Crimes: A Not-So-Nice Santa & a Cannibal Doctor

Wheel of Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 53:12


Merry Ho Ho Holidays and welcome to special festive episode of the Wheel of Crime Podcast. Today on the podcast the ladies cozy up to a wood burning fire and settle in for some Country Christmas Crimes. Jenn talks about the Covina Massacre and Emily talks about creepy country creatures.Support the show

Tales of the Wicked
Covina Massacre

Tales of the Wicked

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 36:12


In today's episode we discuss the tragic 2008 Christmas Eve killings in Covina, CA.  Thank you so much for listening to our episode! If you enjoyed it please leave a review and join us next week for more. Sources: https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/pardo-bruce.htm https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-santa-shooting31-2008dec31-story.html https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/covina-massacre-santa-suit-bruce-pardo-ortega-family https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/12/03/child-victims-of-mass-killings/3305879/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Confessed Obsessed
The Covina Massacre- Christmas and Crime Ep.7

Confessed Obsessed

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 23:48


We leave out a plate of cookies and milk for a man that's breaking into our home at night, teaching our children that it's okay for a stranger to leave us gifts under a tree. So it's only natural for our children to shout with joy when a jolly man in a red suit carrying gifts knocks on our door. It's the perfect way to ruin a childhood when those gifts are filled with bullets, intended for you. It's time to open those presents that this strange man who broke into your home left, because this is our last episode of Christmas and crime. 

Bizarre Buffet
S2E59: Christmas Party Massacre

Bizarre Buffet

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 29:13


The Covina massacre occurred on December 24, 2008, in Covina, a city in the suburbs of Los Angeles, California, United States. Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, who had entered the house wearing a Santa suit, killed  nine people inside a house at 1129 East Knollcrest Drive, where a Christmas Eve party was being held.   Watch on YouTube support Bizarre Buffet on Patreon Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Instagram Bizarre Buffet Online Support the show!: https://patreon.com/bizarrebuffet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hella Capital Crime
The Covina Massacre

Hella Capital Crime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021 43:20


Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but for one family it turned out to be something they could have never imagined. Join Hella Capital Crime as we tell the horrific story of Bruce Pardo who committed the Covina Massacre. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hellacapitalcrime/support

The Dark Masquerade

For this first episode, I decided to give you a holiday themed tidbit. It was December 24, 2008. when a murderous Santa attacked the Oretga household in Covina, CA. What was meant to be a merry Christmas Eve party turned into a nightmare for all who were attending.

CREEPTASTIC: A True Crime Podcast
Eps15 - The Covina Massacre Pt2

CREEPTASTIC: A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 64:36


In this episode we talk about the Ortega family and the horrible tragedy that occurred at the hands of Bruce Pardo. Hopefully we can all learn something from this heart-wrenching episode and value the time that we have with the people we love.  Tell me what you think of this horrible massacre. You can find me at: CreeptasticTrueCrime@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/creeptastictruecrime https://www.patreon.com/creeptastictruecrime https://www.facebook.com/creeptastictruecrime/ Sources: https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/14/survivor-of-covina-christmas-massacre-to-join-protesting-students-in-pasadena/ https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-santa-shooting31-2008dec31-story.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/santa-slayer-planned-more-murders/

Wicked Minds: A Dark Podcast
THE CHRISTMAS EVE MASSACRE

Wicked Minds: A Dark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 57:53


With Christmas only a few days away, buckle that seatbelt extra tight because we are bringing you the tale of the Covina Massacre otherwise known as the Santa Clause Massacre. When Bruce Pardo settled his divorce in court, he lost everything including his last bits of self control and sanity. Listen as we detail the horror that occurred when he visited the Ortega home on Christmas Eve 2008. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @wickedmindspodcast! www.wickedmindspodcast.com

Major BuzzKill
Christmas special: Christmas eve Covina Massacre & Sodder Children Disappearance.

Major BuzzKill

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 44:01


Happy holidays! The girls have a Christmas Special for you. Sam takes us to Los Angeles to tell us about the Christmas eve Covina Massacre. Lisa takes us to West Virginia to tell us about the Sodder Children Disappearance. https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/covina-massacre-santa-suit-bruce-pardo-ortega-family https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/pardo-bruce.htm https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5067563 https://filmdaily.co/obsessions/true-crime/sodder-family/ https://www.grunge.com/676611/the-biggest-sodder-children-theories-what-really-happened-to-them/

Murder Me on Monday
#43 - Bad Santa - Bruce Pardo aka the Covina Massacre

Murder Me on Monday

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 56:09


Mother:A man who loved money and toys more than he loved anyone else and had such hatred for those who, in his eyes, threatened his financial security, he would kill 9 people.Cameron:Santa roasts his chestnuts a bit too close to a home made open fire....This week we cover: Familicide, Family Annihilators, Spree Killing, Mass Murder, Massacre.Contact us:Email: murdermeonmondaypodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/MMonMondayInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdermeonmondaypodcast/Sources:https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/christmas/the-history-of-father-christmas/https://medium.com/california-dreaming/bruce-pardo-the-santa-claus-shooter-a3225f4baac2https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/195422391/bruce-jeffrey-pardohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covina_massacrehttps://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/pardo-bruce.htmhttps://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/pardo-bruce.htmTheme Tune is published under license from:   Tribe of Noise – Awkward Mystery https://prosearch.tribeofnoise.com/artists/show/29267/32277

Frankensquad Podcast
FS 34 : Xmas Hometown Murder

Frankensquad Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 61:54


In This Holiday Episode we discuss our long hiatus and how weird it is to record. Javi Talks about his hometown murder of Covina Ca. Many know it as the Covina Massacre or the Christmas Eve Massacre. 

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Alarmed
Episode 16: The Covina Massacre

Alarmed

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 43:51


Imagine having a good time a family Christmas Party and it ends in tragedy. The Covina Massacre is one of many mass shootings that taught the survivors a lot. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Last 3 Rows of Horror
Episode 18: Slayer Santas

Last 3 Rows of Horror

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 146:20


Join us as we discuss some Slayer Santas with criminal tendencies! We kick things off by exploring all the different laws and regulations Santa breaks on a regular basis, from tax evasion to unlawful surveillance. Next, we dive into …And All Through the House, both the segment from the 1972 anthology film and the episode from the 1989 television series Tales from the Crypt, the ladder featuring the most menacing Larry Drake as the escaped lunatic. We also get to hear Mike's Cryptkeeper impersonation! If you've ever wanted to glue a beard and eyebrows to your face and go on a Yuletide rampage, then Christmas Evil aka You Better Watch Out from 1980, which is John Waters favorite Christmas themed film, is just for you. A Black Christmas / Friday the 13th mashup, To All a Goodnight. 1984's Silent Night, Deadly Night also gets a lengthy, in-depth analysis, just in time for GARBAGE DAY! The film with many names that the ripped off as the basis for Home Alone, Dial Code Santa Claus aka Game Over features a Slayer Santa and a young French Rambo. Wrapping it all up, we get silly with the horrible Silent Night remake from 2012, which was partially inspired by the tragic real life Covina Massacre on Christmas Eve in 2008, where Bruce Pardo crashed the party of his in-laws and killed 9 members of his ex-wife's family dressed in a custom made Santa suit before torching their house with a homemade flamethrower that he brought with him wrapped as a present. Sources for this episode include How Many Crimes Would Santa be Guilty of If He Were Real? by Sean Braswell and Adam Rockoff's Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film, 1978-1986. Playlists with music featured in each episode will also be going up with every episode in the future, you should be able to find these and past episode playlists either by searching for Last 3 Rows of Horror Playlists or from Sam's profile under (one word) samcimino. Thank You for listening, feel free to drop us a line! last3rowspodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM: @LAST3ROWSOFHORROR

Saturdays are for the Ghouls
Ep. 29 - The Santa Gunman

Saturdays are for the Ghouls

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021 24:56


Kathryn & Hayley discuss the Covina Massacre. Includes Santa, a flame-thrower, and crimes of passion. Turns out, Santa is on his own naughty list this year. Join us EVERY Saturday for your weekly dose of spooky. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/saturdaysarefortheghouls/support

What A Crime to Be Alive
Episode 44 - The Covina Massacre (Bruce "Santa Gunman" Pardo)

What A Crime to Be Alive

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 21:31


Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, share, rate and review! Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, also known as the "Santa Gunman", crashed the Ortega Christmas Party in 2008 by committing murder and arson. Following the massacre in Covina, CA, he committed suicide. FB: https://www.facebook.com/WhatACrimePod Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatacrimepod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatacrimepod Email: whatacrimepod@gmail.com Sources: https://www.newser.com/story/314574/cops-guy-robbed-bank-stopped-to-make-deposit.html https://www.wsaz.com/2021/12/15/death-investigation-leah-hickman-still-active-14-years-later/?fbclid=IwAR1SsdKdQl0arupGBbQPxb1GMkL-I16cgst0uDfcXxGNgDJRJ1Wc5u73LhM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covina_massacre https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/pardo-bruce.htm https://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/santa-gunman-bruce-jeffrey-pardo-longer-hit-list-article-1.358924 https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sdut-santa-shooting-122608-2008dec26-story.html https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/national_and_world_news/police-santa-gunman-planned-to-flee-to-canada/article_3663365e-5daf-5bc7-ab7d-c84ffdfd13a6.html https://www.nbclosangeles.com/local/new-information-in-christmas-eve-rampage/1851691/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0J95fT4I6Q https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/12/27/santa.shooting/index.html https://www.foxnews.com/story/santa-gunmans-marriage-dissolved-when-wife-discovered-he-abandoned-brain-damaged-son https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-santa-shooting31-2008dec31-story.html

Unholy Gossip Girls
Flower Girls, Flower Sisters

Unholy Gossip Girls

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 42:41


Special guest Shirley tells KC and Faye about Bruce Jeffrey Pardo and the Covina Massacre. Sources: Wikipedia and Murderpedia. Get access to special ad-free bonus content on the 1st and the 15th of every month! https://anchor.fm/unholygossipgirls/subscribe Follow us on social media! http://Facebook.com/unholygossipgirls http://Twitter.com/girlsunholy https://www.instagram.com/unholygossipgirls Email us! Unholygossipgirls@gmail.com Check out our merch! https://teespring.com/stores/unholygossipgirlsmerch Leave us a voicemail! https://anchor.fm/unholygossipgirls Warning: content may be upsetting, triggering, and terrifying. Listen at your own risk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unholygossipgirls/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unholygossipgirls/support

Innocent Til Tipsy
Killer Santas 

Innocent Til Tipsy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 36:09


Trigger Warning: The following episode contains descriptions of graphic violence, strong language,and suicide. Viewer discretion is advised.  Sweet, sweet Christmas time… For some, it's a time filled with laughter, light, and magic. For others, it is a time where a lunatic dressed up as a jolly Saint Nick decides to murder most of your family.  In part one of our Killer Santa series, we talk about the JonBenét Ramsey case, why the biggest suspect was Santa, and then go into depth about the horrific Covina Massacre and the Ortega family.  Subscribe, like, and let us know what you thought about this episode!  Follow on TikTok, Instagram,YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.  

CREEPTASTIC: A True Crime Podcast
Eps14 - The Covina Massacre Pt1

CREEPTASTIC: A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 44:54


Merry Almost Christmas!!! In this episode we explore the past of Bruce Pardo. We dig into his education, his job history, his relationship history and his frame of mind. Everything in this episode is crucial to understand why he finally snapped. Listen now and tell me what you think Bruce is going to do??? Lets start the conversation! You can find me at: CreeptasticTrueCrime@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/creeptastictruecrime https://www.patreon.com/creeptastictruecrime https://www.facebook.com/creeptastictruecrime/ Sources: https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/14/survivor-of-covina-christmas-massacre-to-join-protesting-students-in-pasadena/ https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-santa-shooting31-2008dec31-story.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/santa-slayer-planned-more-murders/

The Graveyard Shift Horror Podcast
219 - Silent Night (2012) - Merry Axe-mas

The Graveyard Shift Horror Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 116:46


We continue the Christmassacre with the 6th entry in the Silent Night Series. Designed as a remake, we have a killer santa using an axe but sometimes a Flamethrower, and that's what makes the cover, cause it was (vaguely) inspired by the Covina Massacre. After the first 2 bottom of the barrel movies we get a run of the mill seasonal slasher! will this streak last? Stay subscribed and find out.Check out Heather's podcast Wednesday Wine and HorrorWe now have a website! Visit us at www.strangebiscuits.com/graveyard to send us movie suggestions and comment on episodes!You can follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Thegraveyardshiftpod/On Twitter at https://twitter.com/GS_horrorpodAnd on Instagram at www.instagram.com/thegraveyardshiftpod/If you would like to make a donation to help keep the show going and get access to bonus content, you can do so by checking us out at https://www.patreon.com/Graveyardemail us at graveyardshiftpod@gmail.com for movie suggestions or Patreon ideas.Thanks for listening.

Gin and Sin True Crime Podcast
The Covina Massacre

Gin and Sin True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2021 31:40


This week, Emily brings us the case of The Covina massacre which occurred on December 24, 2008, in Covina, a city in the suburbs of Los Angeles, California, United States. Nine people were killed, all of which were members of the same family, either by gunshot wounds or in an arson fire inside the family home where a Christmas Eve party was being held. Please be advised, it's a very upsetting episode.

Cruel Tea
The Tragic Covina Massacre Season 1 Episode 21

Cruel Tea

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2021 90:53


On December 24th, 2008 in Covina, a suburb of Los Angeles, nine people were killed either by being shot or by being burned to death. The killer? A man in a Santa Claus suit with a home made flame thrower and guns. Bruce Pardo visited terror on the Ortega family at the their Christmas Eve party. Bruce had spent at least six months planning the attack, even ordering a custom made Santa suit that had pockets to hold ammunition. What drove him to kill his ex wife and eight of her family members? On this episode, Willow dives into Bruce's background and the ominous clues his life story painted that all lead up to that fateful night. A chilling episode of a tragic case.Want an ad free experience? Extra episodes? There's more on the way too! To keep up with all the things we have going on, join the Cruel Tea Party on patreon! patreon.com/crueltea--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cruelteapod/supportSupport the show

Astoundingly Weird
Christmas Eve Massacre

Astoundingly Weird

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 44:20


Jake and Ash are back!!! This week's episode is about the Covina Massacre. Bruce Pardo goes to his ex-in law's house dressed as santa and murders half of the family.

Vleeties
Red Faction #7: Rampage

Vleeties

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021


Episode 7 of Red Faction was streamed live on Twitch.tv/realVLEETIES Vleeties and Geezy get together to discuss the Sexual Assault Allegations surrounding Deshaun Watson, is he innocent until proven guilty? The Atlanta Massage Parlor Massacre and the Covina Massacre are reminiscent of the 2010 film Rampage. Democrat leaders are blaming Donald Trump for the Massacre. 21 states are suing Joe Biden for cancelling the Keyston Pipeline, as gas prices continue to increase. All that and more on the Red Faction! Join the discussion on the Vleeties Discord. Follow me on twitch.tv/realvleeties Watch Vleeties Live Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 PM EST, and every Wednesday as part of the The Whole F'n Show on twfs.live.

Behind The Shower Curtain
Susan Cox & The Covina Massacre

Behind The Shower Curtain

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 42:50


Join us this Tuesday as we discuss the disappearance of Susan Cox and the Christmas Covina Massacre.   Sources available at https://behindtheshowercurtain.com/p/sources-1598820421/ 

Crime Salad Podcast
The Covina Massacre

Crime Salad Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 22:37


In more typical years than what we all experienced in 2020, the holiday seasons mean families are gathering, gifts are exchanged, and for some, it’s the most joyous time of the year. On Christmas Eve of 2008, Joseph “Papa Joe” Ortega and his wife Alicia, were hosting a festive holiday party for their children and grandchildren at their home in Covina, California. When they opened the front door that night, while the party was well underway, to a man wearing a Santa Claus costume and holding a large gift-wrapped package, they had no idea the devastation that would ensue when that man opened fire on the unsuspecting family. Sponsors: Green Chef Go to GreenChef.com/crimesalad80 and use code crimesalad80 to get $80 off including free shipping! Headspace You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple.. Go to HEADSPACE.COM/CRIMESALAD Betterhelp As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/crimesalad  Follow us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crimesaladpodcast Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/crimesalad Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/crimesaladpodcast RATE US - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crime-salad-podcast/id1457141569 Patreon https://patreon.com/crimesaladpodcast Researched and Written by: Allison Hauser and Crime Salad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should We Be Talking About This?
S1:37 The Covina Massacre and The Death of DJ Fickey

Should We Be Talking About This?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 48:08


Rachael talks about a massacre in California and Chance talks about a death that gets ruled a suicide

Dude, I Have a Story for You...
BONUS EPISODE: Nightmares and Nightcaps #3

Dude, I Have a Story for You...

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 38:22


This shit be heavy and listener's discretion is highly advised. In this installment of N&N it is Atlee's turn to tell Taylor a nightmare, and the dude didn't hold back one bit. Atlee tells the story of the horrendous Covina Massacre. The dudes highly advise you to also have your spiked hot chocolate nightcap ready before the episode begins (maybe have a few drank before listening to be able to choke down the story). Also, the dudes have a creepy and unannounced special guest make an appearance. Make sure you are following the podcast Instagram @dudeihaveastory4you to get any photos described in the episodes.

True Hollywood Crime
Episode 24 - Jingle Our Bells

True Hollywood Crime

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 82:53


On this week's episode M&B celebrate the holidays by discussing the "Santa Claus Killer" responsible for the Covina Massacre. Then gift you with a review of their new favorite Christmas Movie, Silent Night.  

The Abyss Pod
Case 41 - Christmas Chaos

The Abyss Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 38:27


Christmas is always a happy time filled with cheer and quality time. However, not everyone is filled with joy in the season. Today we are going to discuss five different cases that all happened on or near Christmas Day. Some of the cases even influenced the creators in season two of American Horror Story. From bodies being hidden with presents to presents being the bodies, the crimes include, murder, robbery, kidnapping, and massacre. Join in as we talk about Michelle O'Dowd, Melissa Brannen, Alexis Valdez, the Covina Massacre, and the Yazdanpanah family shooting. Don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear!  For more information, images from the cases and links visit theabysspod.com Follow us on social media for all the updates and to stay in touch! Facebook https://tinyurl.com/y7hmjjyb Instagram https://tinyurl.com/ycfuntc7 Twitter https://twitter.com/theAbyssPod    Youtube https://tinyurl.com/y4ooqcf7    Click the link to access our Patreon!  https://www.patreon.com/theabysspod   The Abyss is hosted by Brittany Wilson and Hallie Burrell. “Envision” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/; “Ossuary 6 – Air” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Drunk Herstory Podcast
Nightmare After Christmas

Drunk Herstory Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 42:26


We cover the Salem Witch Trials, the Covina Massacre, "end of the world" theories, and our own crazy paranormal experiences.

The Cabinet of Dr Mystery
Episode 7: The Covina Massacre & Bruce Pardo: The Santa Slayer

The Cabinet of Dr Mystery

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 54:18


Wearing his red suit with white fur trim, black leather belts, and boots, he approached the home of a suburban family home. As the door opens it reveals Santa holding an enormous gift-wrapped present. The man in the Santa suit is Bruce Pardo, and he comes bearing gifts. The Covina Massacre occurred on December 24, 2008, in Covina, a city in the suburbs of Los Angeles, California, United States. Nine people were killed, either by gunshot wounds or in an arson fire inside a home where a large family Christmas party was being held. In today's episode, we discuss Bruce Jeffrey Pardo and how he came to be known as the Santa Slayer. We'll detail his custom Santa suit, and discuss how his previous relationships and marital problems were possible motives for the violence. Please rate, review, subscribe, and follow us on Instagram, and Twitter to stay updated on new episodes, true crime facts, and ridiculous serial killer memes. We appreciate you telling your friends and family about us, and posting about the show on your social media! WELLNESS RESOURCE LINKS: Crisis Services (Canada) Toll-Free (24/7): 1 (833) 456-4566 Text support (4pm-12am ET daily): 45645 National Lifeline (USA) 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) Spanish, 1-888-628-9454 Crisis Services (International) https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/crisis-centres/international-crisis-centres/ —— Krampus Is Here by Myuu | https://soundcloud.com/myuu Christmas Is Coming by MaxKoMusic | https://maxkomusic.com/ Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US Deck The Halls by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cabinetofmystery/message

The Occult & Crime Academy
38: Bruce Pardo - The Covina Massacre

The Occult & Crime Academy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 31:06


In a quite town of Covina, about 22 miles west of LA a family massacre occurred.  Why did Bruce kill everyone? What were his plans afterward?  This episode we cover what happened on Christmas eve of 2008.

¡Qué Spooky! Podcast
Ep 17 - Nasty Santa Material and Alaskan Geometry

¡Qué Spooky! Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 55:57


In this episode of ¡Qué Spooky! Podcast, we try our best to be festive. With true crime and unexplained activity in the mix, it doesn't go as planned. Andrez shares the story of the Santa Suit Slaughter, also known as the Covina Massacre. Next, Kevin shares the story of the Alaska Triangle, the Bermuda Triangle's colder, cryptid-filled cousin. Happy holidays to everyone and please don't forget to clean out your dad's wallet! Email us any stories and/or suggestions at: quespookypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @quespookypod Follow us on Instagram: @quespookypodcast Please stay safe and share this with a friend!

The Rule of Three Podcast
S1 Ep12: They're on the Naughty List

The Rule of Three Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2019 68:38


Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! This episode of Rule of Three is our Christmas Special, with three true crime stories that happened on and around Christmas, including the murder spree of Ronald Gene Simmons, the Covina Massacre, and the Santa Bank Robbery. If you're enjoying your Christmas, maybe listen to this later, but we would be honored to be a part of your celebrations. After listening, go find us on Instagram at ruleofthree333 and Facebook at Rule of Three Podcast. Thanks for listening, we'll see you again in the New Year! Enjoy!

misconduct. a true crime podcast

On the night of December 24th, 2008, a large family Christmas party was winding down. It had been another successful holiday party for the Ortega family, but shortly after 11:30 pm a man approached the residence. Once the door was opened, he forced himself in and started opening fire.During the chaos, a call was placed to 911 that identified the shooter as the ex husband of one of the family members. Shortly after that, the house went up in flames and Pardo fled. By the end of the attack, 9 people would be dead at the hands of someone they knew. Bruce Jeffery Pardo had recently divorced his wife Sylvia and the house he attacked belonged to his ex in-laws.By the time law enforcement tracked Pardo down, he was dead. He had killed himself shortly after the attack, but evidence showed suicide wasn't his original plan.Despite the divorce, anyone who knew the couple was taken aback by Pardo's actions. Nothing about Pardo's past suggested that he would commit such an atrocious crime, but it quickly became clear that he had been planning the attack for some time.This week, we will go through the crime, the victims, and the man responsible. Personally, I find this case so disturbing because many of the warning signs you could look for were not there. Research Assistance Provided by: Hannah EckvahlMusic by: The Blank TapesJoin Our Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/misconductpodcast/Check Us Out Online:http://www.misconductpodcast.com/Like Our Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/misconductpodcast/Become a Patreon Supporter:https://www.patreon.com/misconductpodcastDonate:http://www.misconductpodcast.com/donate/Find Us On Apple Podcasts:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/misconduct.-true-crime-podcast/id1191380648?mt=2Find Us On Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/misconduct-a-true-crime-podcast?refid=stprFind Us On Blubrry:https://www.blubrry.com/misconduct_podcast/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Apex & The Abyss
10: The Covina Massacre

The Apex & The Abyss

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2016 16:25


Holiday cheer met with a disgruntled ex-husband dressed in a Santa suit and armed with a flamethrower. ---- twitter: @apexandabyss instagram: @apexandabyss email: apexandabyss@gmail.com ---- Links: www.patreon.com/apexandabyss ---- Music: Will Bangs - The Soft Glow of Christmas Lights Ars Sonor - Efterdyningen Lee Rosevere - Thoughtful