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The husband and children of Ruby Franke, the disgraced YouTube mom now serving time for child abuse, are breaking their silence in Devil in the Family, a new three-part Hulu documentary. The series, premiering February 27, gives a raw and emotional look at the unraveling of the Franke family as Kevin Franke and their children share their side of the story. A newly released trailer offers a glimpse into the series, showing Kevin Franke grappling with his role in what happened. He opens up about life inside their Utah home and the impact of allowing therapist Jodi Hildebrandt to move in—a decision that ultimately led to the severe mistreatment of his children. “It eats me alive,” Kevin says in the trailer, reflecting on his failure to intervene as the abuse escalated. The emotional confession highlights the deep regret and pain he now carries. Ruby Franke, known for her now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, was arrested in August 2023 alongside Hildebrandt after one of her malnourished children escaped and begged a neighbor for help. Authorities discovered shocking conditions, leading to charges of aggravated child abuse. Both women pleaded guilty and were sentenced to significant prison time. Throughout Devil in the Family, Kevin Franke details how Hildebrandt's influence over Ruby played a pivotal role in the family's downfall. Hildebrandt, who ran a controversial counseling organization called ConneXions, allegedly convinced Ruby to take extreme disciplinary measures, isolating the children and subjecting them to inhumane punishments. “I should have seen it. I should have stopped it,” Kevin admits in the series. His statements mark the first time he has spoken publicly about the case since his wife's conviction. The Franke children, who have largely stayed out of the public eye since their mother's arrest, also share their painful experiences in the documentary. Their testimonies reveal the emotional and physical toll of their mother's strict parenting and the manipulative tactics used by Hildebrandt. The docuseries aims to unpack how a once-celebrated family vlogger, who built a massive following by promoting strict parenting, became a convicted abuser. It also sheds light on the dangers of cult-like ideologies and the devastating impact they can have on families. Produced by ABC News Studios, Devil in the Family joins a growing list of true-crime documentaries exploring the dark side of family influencers. The series promises to be an eye-opening account of control, manipulation, and the long road to healing for those affected. Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke streams exclusively on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ beginning February 27. #RubyFranke #TrueCrime #DevilInTheFamily #HuluDocumentary #FamilyDrama #ChildAbuseAwareness #8Passengers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Will Anyone Ever Be Charged For The Murder Of Ellen Greenberg? How does a woman stab herself 20 times—including post-mortem—and call it suicide? That's the million-dollar question in the baffling case of Ellen Greenberg. After 14 years of her parents refusing to back down, the case has finally cracked open with a major revelation: a medical examiner has walked back their ruling. But why now? And more importantly, why was it changed in the first place? Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins to break down the disturbing inconsistencies, from a shady meeting that allegedly led to the ruling flip-flop, to a crime scene that was scrubbed clean before investigators could take a proper look. Add in a fiancé who allegedly called in his ethics-judge uncle to grab all of Ellen's digital devices, and you've got a case that reeks of something far more sinister than suicide. Now that the investigation has been reopened, will Ellen finally get justice? Or is this just another chapter in a cover-up that refuses to be exposed? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JusticeForEllen #CrimeSceneCleanup #CoverUp #UnsolvedMystery Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Was Ellen Greenberg's death really a suicide, or are we looking at a case that defies all logic? Fourteen years after her death was ruled a suicide—despite twenty-two stab wounds, some inflicted after she was already dead—the very medical examiner who made that call has walked it back. Now, it's “something other than suicide.” No kidding. But how did we get here? Why did investigators seemingly bend over backward to ignore every glaring red flag in this case? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins to break down the patterns—of behavior, of investigative missteps, and maybe even of influence. Is this just a case of incompetence, or was someone actively steering this case away from the truth? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #FBIAnalysis #HiddenKillers #UnsolvedMystery #JusticeForEllen #DarkTruths Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Breaking Down The Ellen Greenberg 911 Call With Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott What kind of person walks into a room, finds their fiancée dead, and immediately blurts out, "She must have stabbed herself"? That's the unsettling question at the heart of this bizarre 911 call. The distress is there, sure—but so are some oddly specific assumptions that don't quite add up. Tony Brueski and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott dissect this chilling call, where panic meets peculiar certainty. Why is the caller so quick to offer explanations before even assessing the scene? Could it just be shock, or something more calculated? And what's with the strangely placed humor? As investigators sift through the details, we're left wondering: Is this an innocent man in distress or a guilty conscience slipping up in real-time? #TrueCrime #911Call #MysteriousDeath #HiddenKillers #CrimeInvestigation #SuspiciousBehavior #ShavaunScott Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Was it really a dog bite, or is that just another wild theory being thrown into the chaos? The Karen Read case is shaping up to be a legal rollercoaster, and with a retrial set for April 2025, the twists just keep coming. Former prosecutor and defense attorney Eric Faddis joins Tony Brueski to dissect the latest developments—motions to eliminate charges, allegations of investigative misconduct, and the unusual legal question of whether a jury's intent can be reconsidered after the fact. Plus, we dive into one of the most bizarre aspects of the case: the claim that a dog played a role in John O'Keefe's death. If that's true, why hasn't anyone tested the dog properly? And if it's not, what really happened? #KarenRead #TrueCrime #LegalDrama #DogBiteDefense #JusticeForJohn #CourtroomChaos #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Idaho lawmakers have taken another step toward reinstating the firing squad as the state's primary execution method, just months before accused killer Bryan Kohberger stands trial for the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students. The bill, H0037, passed the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee and is now advancing to the House floor. It would replace lethal injection as Idaho's main method of execution. Rep. Bruce Skaug, who previously helped restore the firing squad as a backup option, said the change is necessary due to increasing problems with lethal injection. His push comes after the botched execution attempt of convicted serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech last year. “I, along with many others, believe the firing squad is more certain, has less appellate issues, and is more humane than other forms of execution,” Skaug told Fox News Digital. Creech, one of Idaho's most notorious inmates, was first sentenced to death for the 1974 murders of John Wayne Bradford and Edward Thomas Arnold, whom he shot after they picked him up hitchhiking. His sentence was later commuted to life in prison, but after he killed fellow inmate David Dale Jensen in 1983, he was placed back on death row. He has been convicted of five murders across Idaho, Oregon, and California and has confessed to many more, though authorities only suspect him in a handful of those additional killings. Despite his violent history, Creech survived his scheduled execution after lethal injection drugs failed, highlighting the challenges states face in carrying out capital punishment. He was the fourth condemned inmate in the U.S. to survive a botched lethal injection in recent years. The primary problem, experts say, is the limited supply of the drugs used in lethal injections. After the last American manufacturer of a key drug ceased production in 2009, states have struggled to obtain the necessary chemicals. The leading remaining supplier, an Italian company, has refused to sell the drugs due to opposition to the death penalty. Supporters of the firing squad argue that it provides a more reliable and efficient execution method. Fordham University professor Deborah Denno, a leading expert on capital punishment, has noted that past executions by firing squad have been swift and without complications. “We've had three modern firing squad executions, and they have gone off as intended, and the inmate has died quickly and with dignity,” Denno said following Creech's failed execution. The Idaho Capital Sun reported that the state's proposed firing squad would be mechanized and automated to further reduce potential human error. “At first when you hear firing squad, if you're not familiar with the history, you think ‘well that sounds barbaric' is what I've heard from some,” Skaug said during a recent hearing. “It is certain. It is quick. And it brings justice for the victims and their families in a more expeditious manner than other types.” The bill is advancing just as prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death in their off-campus home in Moscow. The victims—21-year-olds Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves and 20-year-olds Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin—were found brutally murdered on Nov. 13, 2022. Kohberger, who was arrested at his parents' home in Pennsylvania, faces four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary. His trial is scheduled for later this year. A judge entered not guilty pleas on his behalf at his arraignment. If the death penalty is imposed, and if the bill passes, Kohberger could be among the first to face execution by firing squad under Idaho's new law. #Idaho #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #DeathPenalty #FiringSquad #Justice #CapitalPunishment Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Idaho lawmakers have taken another step toward reinstating the firing squad as the state's primary execution method, just months before accused killer Bryan Kohberger stands trial for the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students. The bill, H0037, passed the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee and is now advancing to the House floor. It would replace lethal injection as Idaho's main method of execution. Rep. Bruce Skaug, who previously helped restore the firing squad as a backup option, said the change is necessary due to increasing problems with lethal injection. His push comes after the botched execution attempt of convicted serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech last year. “I, along with many others, believe the firing squad is more certain, has less appellate issues, and is more humane than other forms of execution,” Skaug told Fox News Digital. Creech, one of Idaho's most notorious inmates, was first sentenced to death for the 1974 murders of John Wayne Bradford and Edward Thomas Arnold, whom he shot after they picked him up hitchhiking. His sentence was later commuted to life in prison, but after he killed fellow inmate David Dale Jensen in 1983, he was placed back on death row. He has been convicted of five murders across Idaho, Oregon, and California and has confessed to many more, though authorities only suspect him in a handful of those additional killings. Despite his violent history, Creech survived his scheduled execution after lethal injection drugs failed, highlighting the challenges states face in carrying out capital punishment. He was the fourth condemned inmate in the U.S. to survive a botched lethal injection in recent years. The primary problem, experts say, is the limited supply of the drugs used in lethal injections. After the last American manufacturer of a key drug ceased production in 2009, states have struggled to obtain the necessary chemicals. The leading remaining supplier, an Italian company, has refused to sell the drugs due to opposition to the death penalty. Supporters of the firing squad argue that it provides a more reliable and efficient execution method. Fordham University professor Deborah Denno, a leading expert on capital punishment, has noted that past executions by firing squad have been swift and without complications. “We've had three modern firing squad executions, and they have gone off as intended, and the inmate has died quickly and with dignity,” Denno said following Creech's failed execution. The Idaho Capital Sun reported that the state's proposed firing squad would be mechanized and automated to further reduce potential human error. “At first when you hear firing squad, if you're not familiar with the history, you think ‘well that sounds barbaric' is what I've heard from some,” Skaug said during a recent hearing. “It is certain. It is quick. And it brings justice for the victims and their families in a more expeditious manner than other types.” The bill is advancing just as prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death in their off-campus home in Moscow. The victims—21-year-olds Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves and 20-year-olds Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin—were found brutally murdered on Nov. 13, 2022. Kohberger, who was arrested at his parents' home in Pennsylvania, faces four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary. His trial is scheduled for later this year. A judge entered not guilty pleas on his behalf at his arraignment. If the death penalty is imposed, and if the bill passes, Kohberger could be among the first to face execution by firing squad under Idaho's new law. #Idaho #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #DeathPenalty #FiringSquad #Justice #CapitalPunishment Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The husband and children of Ruby Franke, the disgraced YouTube mom now serving time for child abuse, are breaking their silence in Devil in the Family, a new three-part Hulu documentary. The series, premiering February 27, gives a raw and emotional look at the unraveling of the Franke family as Kevin Franke and their children share their side of the story. A newly released trailer offers a glimpse into the series, showing Kevin Franke grappling with his role in what happened. He opens up about life inside their Utah home and the impact of allowing therapist Jodi Hildebrandt to move in—a decision that ultimately led to the severe mistreatment of his children. “It eats me alive,” Kevin says in the trailer, reflecting on his failure to intervene as the abuse escalated. The emotional confession highlights the deep regret and pain he now carries. Ruby Franke, known for her now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, was arrested in August 2023 alongside Hildebrandt after one of her malnourished children escaped and begged a neighbor for help. Authorities discovered shocking conditions, leading to charges of aggravated child abuse. Both women pleaded guilty and were sentenced to significant prison time. Throughout Devil in the Family, Kevin Franke details how Hildebrandt's influence over Ruby played a pivotal role in the family's downfall. Hildebrandt, who ran a controversial counseling organization called ConneXions, allegedly convinced Ruby to take extreme disciplinary measures, isolating the children and subjecting them to inhumane punishments. “I should have seen it. I should have stopped it,” Kevin admits in the series. His statements mark the first time he has spoken publicly about the case since his wife's conviction. The Franke children, who have largely stayed out of the public eye since their mother's arrest, also share their painful experiences in the documentary. Their testimonies reveal the emotional and physical toll of their mother's strict parenting and the manipulative tactics used by Hildebrandt. The docuseries aims to unpack how a once-celebrated family vlogger, who built a massive following by promoting strict parenting, became a convicted abuser. It also sheds light on the dangers of cult-like ideologies and the devastating impact they can have on families. Produced by ABC News Studios, Devil in the Family joins a growing list of true-crime documentaries exploring the dark side of family influencers. The series promises to be an eye-opening account of control, manipulation, and the long road to healing for those affected. Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke streams exclusively on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ beginning February 27. #RubyFranke #TrueCrime #DevilInTheFamily #HuluDocumentary #FamilyDrama #ChildAbuseAwareness #8Passengers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Was Ellen Greenberg's death really a suicide, or are we looking at a case that defies all logic? Fourteen years after her death was ruled a suicide—despite twenty-two stab wounds, some inflicted after she was already dead—the very medical examiner who made that call has walked it back. Now, it's “something other than suicide.” No kidding. But how did we get here? Why did investigators seemingly bend over backward to ignore every glaring red flag in this case? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins to break down the patterns—of behavior, of investigative missteps, and maybe even of influence. Is this just a case of incompetence, or was someone actively steering this case away from the truth? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #FBIAnalysis #HiddenKillers #UnsolvedMystery #JusticeForEllen #DarkTruths Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Will Anyone Ever Be Charged For The Murder Of Ellen Greenberg? How does a woman stab herself 20 times—including post-mortem—and call it suicide? That's the million-dollar question in the baffling case of Ellen Greenberg. After 14 years of her parents refusing to back down, the case has finally cracked open with a major revelation: a medical examiner has walked back their ruling. But why now? And more importantly, why was it changed in the first place? Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins to break down the disturbing inconsistencies, from a shady meeting that allegedly led to the ruling flip-flop, to a crime scene that was scrubbed clean before investigators could take a proper look. Add in a fiancé who allegedly called in his ethics-judge uncle to grab all of Ellen's digital devices, and you've got a case that reeks of something far more sinister than suicide. Now that the investigation has been reopened, will Ellen finally get justice? Or is this just another chapter in a cover-up that refuses to be exposed? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JusticeForEllen #CrimeSceneCleanup #CoverUp #UnsolvedMystery Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Was it really a dog bite, or is that just another wild theory being thrown into the chaos? The Karen Read case is shaping up to be a legal rollercoaster, and with a retrial set for April 2025, the twists just keep coming. Former prosecutor and defense attorney Eric Faddis joins Tony Brueski to dissect the latest developments—motions to eliminate charges, allegations of investigative misconduct, and the unusual legal question of whether a jury's intent can be reconsidered after the fact. Plus, we dive into one of the most bizarre aspects of the case: the claim that a dog played a role in John O'Keefe's death. If that's true, why hasn't anyone tested the dog properly? And if it's not, what really happened? #KarenRead #TrueCrime #LegalDrama #DogBiteDefense #JusticeForJohn #CourtroomChaos #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What kind of person walks into a room, finds their fiancée dead, and immediately blurts out, "She must have stabbed herself"? That's the unsettling question at the heart of this bizarre 911 call. The distress is there, sure—but so are some oddly specific assumptions that don't quite add up. Tony Brueski and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott dissect this chilling call, where panic meets peculiar certainty. Why is the caller so quick to offer explanations before even assessing the scene? Could it just be shock, or something more calculated? And what's with the strangely placed humor? As investigators sift through the details, we're left wondering: Is this an innocent man in distress or a guilty conscience slipping up in real-time? #TrueCrime #911Call #MysteriousDeath #HiddenKillers #CrimeInvestigation #SuspiciousBehavior #ShavaunScott Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

The husband and children of Ruby Franke, the disgraced YouTube mom now serving time for child abuse, are breaking their silence in Devil in the Family, a new three-part Hulu documentary. The series, premiering February 27, gives a raw and emotional look at the unraveling of the Franke family as Kevin Franke and their children share their side of the story. A newly released trailer offers a glimpse into the series, showing Kevin Franke grappling with his role in what happened. He opens up about life inside their Utah home and the impact of allowing therapist Jodi Hildebrandt to move in—a decision that ultimately led to the severe mistreatment of his children. “It eats me alive,” Kevin says in the trailer, reflecting on his failure to intervene as the abuse escalated. The emotional confession highlights the deep regret and pain he now carries. Ruby Franke, known for her now-infamous 8 Passengers YouTube channel, was arrested in August 2023 alongside Hildebrandt after one of her malnourished children escaped and begged a neighbor for help. Authorities discovered shocking conditions, leading to charges of aggravated child abuse. Both women pleaded guilty and were sentenced to significant prison time. Throughout Devil in the Family, Kevin Franke details how Hildebrandt's influence over Ruby played a pivotal role in the family's downfall. Hildebrandt, who ran a controversial counseling organization called ConneXions, allegedly convinced Ruby to take extreme disciplinary measures, isolating the children and subjecting them to inhumane punishments. “I should have seen it. I should have stopped it,” Kevin admits in the series. His statements mark the first time he has spoken publicly about the case since his wife's conviction. The Franke children, who have largely stayed out of the public eye since their mother's arrest, also share their painful experiences in the documentary. Their testimonies reveal the emotional and physical toll of their mother's strict parenting and the manipulative tactics used by Hildebrandt. The docuseries aims to unpack how a once-celebrated family vlogger, who built a massive following by promoting strict parenting, became a convicted abuser. It also sheds light on the dangers of cult-like ideologies and the devastating impact they can have on families. Produced by ABC News Studios, Devil in the Family joins a growing list of true-crime documentaries exploring the dark side of family influencers. The series promises to be an eye-opening account of control, manipulation, and the long road to healing for those affected. Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke streams exclusively on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ beginning February 27. #RubyFranke #TrueCrime #DevilInTheFamily #HuluDocumentary #FamilyDrama #ChildAbuseAwareness #8Passengers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Idaho lawmakers have taken another step toward reinstating the firing squad as the state's primary execution method, just months before accused killer Bryan Kohberger stands trial for the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students. The bill, H0037, passed the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee and is now advancing to the House floor. It would replace lethal injection as Idaho's main method of execution. Rep. Bruce Skaug, who previously helped restore the firing squad as a backup option, said the change is necessary due to increasing problems with lethal injection. His push comes after the botched execution attempt of convicted serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech last year. “I, along with many others, believe the firing squad is more certain, has less appellate issues, and is more humane than other forms of execution,” Skaug told Fox News Digital. Creech, one of Idaho's most notorious inmates, was first sentenced to death for the 1974 murders of John Wayne Bradford and Edward Thomas Arnold, whom he shot after they picked him up hitchhiking. His sentence was later commuted to life in prison, but after he killed fellow inmate David Dale Jensen in 1983, he was placed back on death row. He has been convicted of five murders across Idaho, Oregon, and California and has confessed to many more, though authorities only suspect him in a handful of those additional killings. Despite his violent history, Creech survived his scheduled execution after lethal injection drugs failed, highlighting the challenges states face in carrying out capital punishment. He was the fourth condemned inmate in the U.S. to survive a botched lethal injection in recent years. The primary problem, experts say, is the limited supply of the drugs used in lethal injections. After the last American manufacturer of a key drug ceased production in 2009, states have struggled to obtain the necessary chemicals. The leading remaining supplier, an Italian company, has refused to sell the drugs due to opposition to the death penalty. Supporters of the firing squad argue that it provides a more reliable and efficient execution method. Fordham University professor Deborah Denno, a leading expert on capital punishment, has noted that past executions by firing squad have been swift and without complications. “We've had three modern firing squad executions, and they have gone off as intended, and the inmate has died quickly and with dignity,” Denno said following Creech's failed execution. The Idaho Capital Sun reported that the state's proposed firing squad would be mechanized and automated to further reduce potential human error. “At first when you hear firing squad, if you're not familiar with the history, you think ‘well that sounds barbaric' is what I've heard from some,” Skaug said during a recent hearing. “It is certain. It is quick. And it brings justice for the victims and their families in a more expeditious manner than other types.” The bill is advancing just as prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death in their off-campus home in Moscow. The victims—21-year-olds Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves and 20-year-olds Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin—were found brutally murdered on Nov. 13, 2022. Kohberger, who was arrested at his parents' home in Pennsylvania, faces four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary. His trial is scheduled for later this year. A judge entered not guilty pleas on his behalf at his arraignment. If the death penalty is imposed, and if the bill passes, Kohberger could be among the first to face execution by firing squad under Idaho's new law. #Idaho #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #DeathPenalty #FiringSquad #Justice #CapitalPunishment Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Was Karen Read really the one behind the wheel that night, or is there more to this case than meets the eye? The twists and turns of this legal rollercoaster keep coming, with new motions, shifting charges, and mounting allegations of investigative misconduct. As the retrial date looms in April 2025, defense attorneys are pushing to dismiss key charges, claiming the jury was more confused than decisive. Former felony prosecutor Eric Faddis joins Tony Brueski to break down the chaos. Could a judge actually dismiss charges based on what the jury meant to say but didn't? What about the new "dog bite" theory—was John O'Keefe attacked by a K9, or is that just a last-ditch defense play? And if another mistrial happens, how long can this case drag on before someone finally throws in the towel? #KarenReadCase #TrueCrime #LegalDrama #JuryConfusion #MistrialMadness #DefenseStrategy #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Sean “Diddy” Combs has taken legal action against NBCUniversal, Peacock TV, and production company Ample LLC, alleging defamation over the documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy. The music mogul claims the film, which debuted last month, includes false and damaging allegations against him, including accusations of serial murder, sex trafficking, and sexual assault of minors. According to court documents filed on February 12, Combs is seeking $100 million in damages, citing "severe reputational and economic harm" caused by the documentary's claims. His attorneys argue that the film deliberately spread "outrageous lies" with no credible evidence, exploiting public interest in his legal troubles for profit. “As described in today's lawsuit, NBCUniversal Media, LLC, Peacock TV, LLC, and Ample LLC made a conscious decision to line their own pockets at the expense of truth, decency, and basic standards of professional journalism,” Diddy's attorney Erica Wolff said in a statement. “Grossly exploiting the trust of their audience and racing to outdo their competition for the most salacious Diddy exposé, Defendants maliciously and recklessly broadcast outrageous lies in Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.” The lawsuit marks another chapter in the ongoing legal turmoil surrounding Combs. The former hip-hop mogul was arrested last year on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He pleaded not guilty but remains in custody after being denied bail. If convicted, he faces a potential life sentence. Federal prosecutors, in a September 2024 indictment, accused Combs of running a "criminal enterprise" within his business empire, alleging he used coercion, threats, and violence to cover up his actions. The indictment detailed claims of forced labor, bribery, and obstruction of justice, with accusations dating back as far as 2009. Diddy's attorney Marc Agnifilo has consistently denied the allegations, calling the prosecution “unjust.” He defended Combs as “a music icon, self-made entrepreneur, loving family man, and proven philanthropist” who has spent decades uplifting his community. “He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal,” Agnifilo said after his arrest. “These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide, and he looks forward to clearing his name in court.” Despite his legal troubles, Diddy and his team have pushed back against the documentary's claims. Before filing the lawsuit, they issued a statement denouncing the film as “irresponsible journalism” and accused NBC and Peacock of giving a platform to “proven liars and opportunists.” “This documentary recycles and perpetuates the same lies and conspiracy theories that have been slung against Mr. Combs for months,” his team stated.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Ellen Greenberg Didn't Kill Herself, So WHAT Happened? Could a person really stab themselves 20 times, including post-mortem wounds, and call it suicide? That's the mind-bending official ruling in the case of Ellen Greenberg—a 27-year-old teacher from Philly who was found dead in her apartment in 2011. A decade later, the bizarre inconsistencies and shocking twists continue to pile up. Despite overwhelming evidence that defies logic, Ellen's death was labeled a suicide—after initially being ruled a homicide. Now, the medical examiner is backpedaling again, saying it was “something other than suicide,” but stopping short of calling it murder. So, what exactly does that leave? Death by spontaneous self-inflicted zombie wounds? Shavaun Scott, psychotherapist and author, joins Tony Brueski to break down the emotional and psychological toll this nightmare has taken on Ellen's family, who have been fighting tooth and nail for the truth. And with evidence tampered with, a crime scene scrubbed clean, and zero proper investigative procedures followed, the bigger question remains—who wanted this case buried so badly? And maybe the most disturbing part—why does it seem like everyone outside of Ellen's family just wanted people to look the other way? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #JusticeForEllen #CrimeCoverUp #UnsolvedMystery #HomicideInvestigation #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Josh Shapiro Continues To Lie About Evidence In Ellen Greenberg Case How does a case like this get shoved onto a dusty shelf—literally under Christmas decorations—and left to rot? That's the question haunting the investigation into the alleged suicide of Ellen Greenberg. With multiple medical examiners now questioning the original ruling, one has to wonder: did anyone actually investigate this case, or did they just shuffle paperwork and hope no one would notice? Tony Brueski and retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer break down the baffling inconsistencies, from bruises and hemorrhages that scream foul play to the mind-boggling idea that someone could stab themselves repeatedly—then decide to switch knives. And let's not forget the ever-changing position of the body at the scene. With officials dodging responsibility like it's an Olympic sport, the real question remains: will this case finally get the justice it deserves, or will it be buried under another pile of seasonal décor? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #UnsolvedMystery #JusticeForEllen #CrimeScene #MedicalExaminer #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Prosecutors in Indiana have dropped murder charges against Steven Valle, 31, and Samantha Sebella, 25, who were accused of killing two children and burning their bodies in a backyard firepit. The couple was previously facing charges of murder, neglect of a dependent causing death, abuse of a corpse, and failure to report a dead body. However, the Jasper County Prosecutor's Office filed a motion to dismiss the charges on Wednesday, and a judge granted the request without prejudice, meaning the case could be refiled later. Jasper County Prosecutor Jacob Taulman explained that part of the reason for the dismissal was to allow anthropologists to continue analyzing ashes, debris, and other materials found in the firepit. He described the process as challenging due to the small size of the evidence. Prosecutors are also reviewing digital data from phones and other devices in connection with the case. “We do intend to seek justice in this manner,” Taulman said. Valle's attorney, however, argued that the charges should not be reinstated, stating that there was no evidence to suggest a crime occurred. He expressed hope that the dismissal would bring an end to the matter. The investigation began on Sept. 20 when a friend of the couple contacted authorities after Valle allegedly confessed, saying, "I killed my two kids." Valle reportedly told the friend that the children had been smothered and drowned, and their bodies burned in the firepit at their home. The deceased children, referred to as "undocumented," were reportedly never given any official documentation. Authorities later found Valle and Sebella at a hotel in Newton County. They denied involvement, but investigators seized their phones as evidence, and a third undocumented child was removed from their custody. On Sept. 30, investigators, including law enforcement and cadaver dogs, searched the couple's former residence in Wheatfield, where they found bone fragments in three locations. Tests confirmed that the fragments were human. Further investigation revealed text messages between Valle and Sebella that seemed to suggest their involvement in the children's deaths. Sebella allegedly referred to Valle as a “baby killer,” and the texts also included references to the children's DNA being preserved in Sebella's body. Investigators also found a "Baby Center" app on Sebella's phone documenting her pregnancies. During questioning, Valle reportedly admitted that Sebella had given birth to a boy in 2018, but the child was found dead when he arrived home. Valle claimed he cleaned and wrapped the boy in a blanket, then buried him in the backyard. He also described a second child, a premature girl who he said died shortly after birth. The children were allegedly buried for several years before Valle reportedly exhumed their bodies and burned them in the firepit. He later kept some of the ashes as a memento. While charges have been dismissed for now, authorities have indicated that the investigation will continue as they work to piece together evidence in the case. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Former FBI Behavioral Analysis Chief Robin Dreeke Breaks Down The Ellen Greenberg 911 Call What's worse than discovering your fiancée dead in your apartment? Maybe it's making a 911 call that sounds like you already knew what happened before you even "discovered" her. In this chilling episode, we dive into the disturbing 911 call placed by Sam Goldberg after allegedly finding his fiancée, Ellen, dead. Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down the call, and let's just say—there are some massive red flags flapping in the breeze. From an oddly well-rehearsed alibi to some seriously questionable emotional shifts, we dissect every eerie moment of the call. Oh, and the knife? Yeah, that part comes later. But why didn't he mention it sooner? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #911CallAnalysis #FBIProfiler #EllenGreenberg #SuspiciousDeath #CrimeMystery Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Prosecutors in Indiana have dropped murder charges against Steven Valle, 31, and Samantha Sebella, 25, who were accused of killing two children and burning their bodies in a backyard firepit. The couple was previously facing charges of murder, neglect of a dependent causing death, abuse of a corpse, and failure to report a dead body. However, the Jasper County Prosecutor's Office filed a motion to dismiss the charges on Wednesday, and a judge granted the request without prejudice, meaning the case could be refiled later. Jasper County Prosecutor Jacob Taulman explained that part of the reason for the dismissal was to allow anthropologists to continue analyzing ashes, debris, and other materials found in the firepit. He described the process as challenging due to the small size of the evidence. Prosecutors are also reviewing digital data from phones and other devices in connection with the case. “We do intend to seek justice in this manner,” Taulman said. Valle's attorney, however, argued that the charges should not be reinstated, stating that there was no evidence to suggest a crime occurred. He expressed hope that the dismissal would bring an end to the matter. The investigation began on Sept. 20 when a friend of the couple contacted authorities after Valle allegedly confessed, saying, "I killed my two kids." Valle reportedly told the friend that the children had been smothered and drowned, and their bodies burned in the firepit at their home. The deceased children, referred to as "undocumented," were reportedly never given any official documentation. Authorities later found Valle and Sebella at a hotel in Newton County. They denied involvement, but investigators seized their phones as evidence, and a third undocumented child was removed from their custody. On Sept. 30, investigators, including law enforcement and cadaver dogs, searched the couple's former residence in Wheatfield, where they found bone fragments in three locations. Tests confirmed that the fragments were human. Further investigation revealed text messages between Valle and Sebella that seemed to suggest their involvement in the children's deaths. Sebella allegedly referred to Valle as a “baby killer,” and the texts also included references to the children's DNA being preserved in Sebella's body. Investigators also found a "Baby Center" app on Sebella's phone documenting her pregnancies. During questioning, Valle reportedly admitted that Sebella had given birth to a boy in 2018, but the child was found dead when he arrived home. Valle claimed he cleaned and wrapped the boy in a blanket, then buried him in the backyard. He also described a second child, a premature girl who he said died shortly after birth. The children were allegedly buried for several years before Valle reportedly exhumed their bodies and burned them in the firepit. He later kept some of the ashes as a memento. While charges have been dismissed for now, authorities have indicated that the investigation will continue as they work to piece together evidence in the case. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Was Karen Read really the one behind the wheel that night, or is there more to this case than meets the eye? The twists and turns of this legal rollercoaster keep coming, with new motions, shifting charges, and mounting allegations of investigative misconduct. As the retrial date looms in April 2025, defense attorneys are pushing to dismiss key charges, claiming the jury was more confused than decisive. Former felony prosecutor Eric Faddis joins Tony Brueski to break down the chaos. Could a judge actually dismiss charges based on what the jury meant to say but didn't? What about the new "dog bite" theory—was John O'Keefe attacked by a K9, or is that just a last-ditch defense play? And if another mistrial happens, how long can this case drag on before someone finally throws in the towel? #KarenReadCase #TrueCrime #LegalDrama #JuryConfusion #MistrialMadness #DefenseStrategy #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Former FBI Behavioral Analysis Chief Robin Dreeke Breaks Down The Ellen Greenberg 911 Call What's worse than discovering your fiancée dead in your apartment? Maybe it's making a 911 call that sounds like you already knew what happened before you even "discovered" her. In this chilling episode, we dive into the disturbing 911 call placed by Sam Goldberg after allegedly finding his fiancée, Ellen, dead. Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down the call, and let's just say—there are some massive red flags flapping in the breeze. From an oddly well-rehearsed alibi to some seriously questionable emotional shifts, we dissect every eerie moment of the call. Oh, and the knife? Yeah, that part comes later. But why didn't he mention it sooner? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #911CallAnalysis #FBIProfiler #EllenGreenberg #SuspiciousDeath #CrimeMystery Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Josh Shapiro Continues To Lie About Evidence In Ellen Greenberg Case How does a case like this get shoved onto a dusty shelf—literally under Christmas decorations—and left to rot? That's the question haunting the investigation into the alleged suicide of Ellen Greenberg. With multiple medical examiners now questioning the original ruling, one has to wonder: did anyone actually investigate this case, or did they just shuffle paperwork and hope no one would notice? Tony Brueski and retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer break down the baffling inconsistencies, from bruises and hemorrhages that scream foul play to the mind-boggling idea that someone could stab themselves repeatedly—then decide to switch knives. And let's not forget the ever-changing position of the body at the scene. With officials dodging responsibility like it's an Olympic sport, the real question remains: will this case finally get the justice it deserves, or will it be buried under another pile of seasonal décor? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #UnsolvedMystery #JusticeForEllen #CrimeScene #MedicalExaminer #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Sean “Diddy” Combs has taken legal action against NBCUniversal, Peacock TV, and production company Ample LLC, alleging defamation over the documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy. The music mogul claims the film, which debuted last month, includes false and damaging allegations against him, including accusations of serial murder, sex trafficking, and sexual assault of minors. According to court documents filed on February 12, Combs is seeking $100 million in damages, citing "severe reputational and economic harm" caused by the documentary's claims. His attorneys argue that the film deliberately spread "outrageous lies" with no credible evidence, exploiting public interest in his legal troubles for profit. “As described in today's lawsuit, NBCUniversal Media, LLC, Peacock TV, LLC, and Ample LLC made a conscious decision to line their own pockets at the expense of truth, decency, and basic standards of professional journalism,” Diddy's attorney Erica Wolff said in a statement. “Grossly exploiting the trust of their audience and racing to outdo their competition for the most salacious Diddy exposé, Defendants maliciously and recklessly broadcast outrageous lies in Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.” The lawsuit marks another chapter in the ongoing legal turmoil surrounding Combs. The former hip-hop mogul was arrested last year on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He pleaded not guilty but remains in custody after being denied bail. If convicted, he faces a potential life sentence. Federal prosecutors, in a September 2024 indictment, accused Combs of running a "criminal enterprise" within his business empire, alleging he used coercion, threats, and violence to cover up his actions. The indictment detailed claims of forced labor, bribery, and obstruction of justice, with accusations dating back as far as 2009. Diddy's attorney Marc Agnifilo has consistently denied the allegations, calling the prosecution “unjust.” He defended Combs as “a music icon, self-made entrepreneur, loving family man, and proven philanthropist” who has spent decades uplifting his community. “He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal,” Agnifilo said after his arrest. “These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide, and he looks forward to clearing his name in court.” Despite his legal troubles, Diddy and his team have pushed back against the documentary's claims. Before filing the lawsuit, they issued a statement denouncing the film as “irresponsible journalism” and accused NBC and Peacock of giving a platform to “proven liars and opportunists.” “This documentary recycles and perpetuates the same lies and conspiracy theories that have been slung against Mr. Combs for months,” his team stated.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Could a person really stab themselves 20 times, including post-mortem wounds, and call it suicide? That's the mind-bending official ruling in the case of Ellen Greenberg—a 27-year-old teacher from Philly who was found dead in her apartment in 2011. A decade later, the bizarre inconsistencies and shocking twists continue to pile up. Despite overwhelming evidence that defies logic, Ellen's death was labeled a suicide—after initially being ruled a homicide. Now, the medical examiner is backpedaling again, saying it was “something other than suicide,” but stopping short of calling it murder. So, what exactly does that leave? Death by spontaneous self-inflicted zombie wounds? Shavaun Scott, psychotherapist and author, joins Tony Brueski to break down the emotional and psychological toll this nightmare has taken on Ellen's family, who have been fighting tooth and nail for the truth. And with evidence tampered with, a crime scene scrubbed clean, and zero proper investigative procedures followed, the bigger question remains—who wanted this case buried so badly? And maybe the most disturbing part—why does it seem like everyone outside of Ellen's family just wanted people to look the other way? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #JusticeForEllen #CrimeCoverUp #UnsolvedMystery #HomicideInvestigation #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Sean “Diddy” Combs has taken legal action against NBCUniversal, Peacock TV, and production company Ample LLC, alleging defamation over the documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy. The music mogul claims the film, which debuted last month, includes false and damaging allegations against him, including accusations of serial murder, sex trafficking, and sexual assault of minors. According to court documents filed on February 12, Combs is seeking $100 million in damages, citing "severe reputational and economic harm" caused by the documentary's claims. His attorneys argue that the film deliberately spread "outrageous lies" with no credible evidence, exploiting public interest in his legal troubles for profit. “As described in today's lawsuit, NBCUniversal Media, LLC, Peacock TV, LLC, and Ample LLC made a conscious decision to line their own pockets at the expense of truth, decency, and basic standards of professional journalism,” Diddy's attorney Erica Wolff said in a statement. “Grossly exploiting the trust of their audience and racing to outdo their competition for the most salacious Diddy exposé, Defendants maliciously and recklessly broadcast outrageous lies in Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.” The lawsuit marks another chapter in the ongoing legal turmoil surrounding Combs. The former hip-hop mogul was arrested last year on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He pleaded not guilty but remains in custody after being denied bail. If convicted, he faces a potential life sentence. Federal prosecutors, in a September 2024 indictment, accused Combs of running a "criminal enterprise" within his business empire, alleging he used coercion, threats, and violence to cover up his actions. The indictment detailed claims of forced labor, bribery, and obstruction of justice, with accusations dating back as far as 2009. Diddy's attorney Marc Agnifilo has consistently denied the allegations, calling the prosecution “unjust.” He defended Combs as “a music icon, self-made entrepreneur, loving family man, and proven philanthropist” who has spent decades uplifting his community. “He is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal,” Agnifilo said after his arrest. “These are the acts of an innocent man with nothing to hide, and he looks forward to clearing his name in court.” Despite his legal troubles, Diddy and his team have pushed back against the documentary's claims. Before filing the lawsuit, they issued a statement denouncing the film as “irresponsible journalism” and accused NBC and Peacock of giving a platform to “proven liars and opportunists.” “This documentary recycles and perpetuates the same lies and conspiracy theories that have been slung against Mr. Combs for months,” his team stated.  Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Defense Challenges Evidence in University of Idaho Murders Case Attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with the brutal stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, have revealed that detectives found blood DNA from two unidentified males at the crime scene. The revelation, disclosed at a recent court hearing, hints at a possible legal defense strategy as the high-profile case moves toward trial. Inside the off-campus home on King Road where the killings occurred, investigators discovered an unknown male's blood DNA on a handrail. Another unidentified male's blood DNA was found on a glove located outside the house, according to Kohberger's lead defense attorney, Anne Taylor. At the center of the case, however, is a piece of evidence that prosecutors say directly links Kohberger to the crime: a knife sheath found in one of the victim's beds. Moscow police stated that DNA recovered from the sheath was matched to Kohberger. His defense team, however, argues that this was touch DNA rather than blood, disputing its strength as evidence. Taylor further alleged that detectives intentionally withheld the existence of the unidentified male DNA samples when presenting evidence to a magistrate judge for Kohberger's arrest warrant. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson confirmed the DNA samples were not uploaded to the FBI's national DNA database due to eligibility requirements, but he did not dispute Taylor's claim that this evidence was omitted from the initial warrant application. The defense contends that the omission undermines the state's probable cause for Kohberger's arrest, suggesting that it should disqualify certain evidence obtained through search warrants. However, Ada County District Judge Steven Hippler pushed back against this argument. “How does that, even if disclosed, preclude a finding of probable cause when there's a DNA match between the DNA on the sheath and Mr. Kohberger?” Hippler questioned during the hearing. “Isn't that probable cause every day and twice on Sunday?” Taylor responded that probable cause should not be considered in isolation, stating, “It's these other things that are withheld that create a context around it. … Do we want to have one thing with no context around it when there's this other context that really matters?” Kohberger's defense team is seeking a Franks hearing, a legal proceeding to challenge the validity of search warrants based on alleged omissions or falsehoods in warrant applications. While such hearings are rarely granted, Taylor's strategy suggests a broader effort to weaken the prosecution's case. Criminal defense attorney Edwina Elcox, who previously represented Lori Vallow Daybell, told the Idaho Statesman that Kohberger's defense will likely use the unidentified DNA evidence to “muddy the waters” at trial in an attempt to create reasonable doubt. “That evidence could be any variety of things: It could be something, or it could be a lot of things that are nothing,” Elcox said. “There's at least something to be made of it, and it's better than having nothing as a defense.” However, the biggest challenge for Kohberger's defense remains the knife sheath. Prosecutors argue that the presence of Kohberger's DNA on it—found at the scene where the four victims were stabbed—strongly supports his involvement. “That's the thing that squarely puts him there,” Elcox said. “The magnitude of that evidence to the state's case is critical, and cannot be understated.” Taylor maintains that no evidence directly connects Kohberger to the victims, emphasizing that police found no forensic links between him and the King Road home. “There's no blood in his car,” Taylor said at the hearing. “He wasn't connected to that house, to the people in the house.” Investigators, however, believe Kohberger returned to his Washington State University apartment after the attack, where police conducted a search. While they collected potential hair strands and other materials, FBI reports submitted by the defense indicate that no definitive connections were made between Kohberger and the victims. Hippler acknowledged that while additional unknown DNA at the scene could be relevant, it does not necessarily diminish probable cause against Kohberger. “There may be, as you say, other people that creates concern or issues about that need to be investigated further,” Hippler said. “But I'm not sure that that diminishes the probable cause for Mr. Kohberger if his DNA is found on a knife sheath found on or near the victim—who was stabbed with said alleged knife, that would have been in said alleged sheath.” With Kohberger's trial set for this summer, the defense faces a difficult task in explaining how the knife sheath, allegedly bearing his DNA, was found at the crime scene if he was not involved. “I mean, that's the ultimate question that will be before a jury,” Taylor admitted. Hippler responded pointedly: “If you're killed with a knife, that probably means a lot.” #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrime #UniversityOfIdaho #LegalNews #DNAEvidence #CrimeTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Why Was There No Death Investigation In The Case Of Ellen Greenberg? How does someone stab themselves 20 times—postmortem? That's the question at the center of the baffling, gut-punch of a case surrounding Ellen Greenberg. The 27-year-old teacher was found dead in her Philly apartment in 2011 with more stab wounds than an overenthusiastic slasher flick, yet the official ruling somehow bounced from homicide to suicide, and now… maybe not suicide? Medical examiners, law enforcement, and officials seem to be playing a twisted game of hot potato with the truth, while Ellen's parents have been fighting tooth and nail for justice. Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski to break down the psychological toll of a case like this—not just on the family, but on anyone trying to make sense of the inexplicable. From the ex-fiancé's bizarre 911 call to the crime scene getting scrubbed cleaner than a hospital room overnight, the red flags here are flapping in hurricane-force winds. Why did officials push the suicide narrative so hard? And more importantly—who benefits from keeping this case buried? #EllenGreenberg #TrueCrime #JusticeForEllen #CoverUp #CrimeMystery #PsychologyOfCrime #UnansweredQuestions Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Will Karen Read Defense Push Already Proven False Time-Stamp Cell Data In New Trial? Did the defense just cook up a whole new recipe for reasonable doubt? When it comes to the Karen Read case, one of the biggest battles isn't about witness testimony or forensic evidence—it's about cold, hard data. Specifically, the kind of data that comes straight from the company that provides it. Yet somehow, that's still up for debate in court. In this episode, Tony Brueski and former felony prosecutor Eric Faddis break down how cell phone records—something that should be as clear as reading a clock—have become a point of confusion, misinterpretation, and possibly even manipulation. When the company behind the data says, “Here's exactly what it means,” but the defense says, “Nah, we'll go with our own version,” what happens to the truth? And more importantly, what happens when jurors can't tell the difference between facts and smoke and mirrors? If the strongest legal strategy is just throwing enough confusion at the wall to see what sticks, what does that say about the case itself? #TrueCrime #KarenRead #LegalStrategy #ReasonableDoubt #CellPhoneData #CourtroomDrama #HiddenKillers Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com