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On September 23, 2009, Sergeant Mick Isles, a well-respected member of the Queensland Police Force, set out for a routine training course in Townsville. He never arrived. The subsequent search spanned vast, rugged terrains, but Mick's trail seemed to vanish into thin air. With no clear evidence, conflicting theories, and a desperate family seeking answers, the case of Mick Isles has become one of Australia's most perplexing mysteries.
Join us as we explore the life of Sergeant Isles, the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and the chilling theories that have emerged over the years. From potential foul play within the force to the harrowing possibility of an accidental demise in the unforgiving Australian bush.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otYoqV1R_-s
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This week we discuss the case of Sandrine Jourdan, who vanished without a trace from Caboolture, Queensland, on July 13, 2012.
Sandrine, a 38-year-old mother of three, was last seen near her friend’s house, and despite extensive searches and investigations, no concrete leads have surfaced. Was it foul play, a tragic accident, or did Sandrine choose to disappear?
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55OOMGv_Tcc
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Set against the backdrop of a luxurious mansion in Coronado, California, this episode unravels the tragic events of July 2011, beginning with the fatal fall of six-year-old Max Shacknai, son of pharmaceutical tycoon Jonah Shacknai. Just two days later, Rebecca Zahau, Max's father's girlfriend, was found dead under highly suspicious circumstances, sparking a whirlwind of speculation and intrigue.Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SprZzvw3pSs911 Call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGIemno9IeQwww.caffeinecrimeandcanines.com.aubuymeacoffee.com/caffeinecrimecanines
This week we delve into the haunting case of Margaret and Seana Tapp, a mother and daughter whose lives were brutally cut short in their own home. On the night of August 7, 1984, the serene suburb of Ferntree Gully in Melbourne, Australia, was shattered by the discovery of Margaret, 35, and her nine-year-old daughter, Seana, savagely murdered.
Margaret Tapp was known as a dedicated nurse and a loving mother, while young Seana was a bright and cheerful student. Despite the exhaustive efforts of law enforcement, the case remains unsolved to this day, with the elusive killer still at large.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh5DutfASrM
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In this week's episode episode, we delve into the case of Karen Ristevski, a Melbourne mother whose disappearance and tragic death shocked Australia. Join us as we retrace Karen's steps from the day she vanished, explore the intense investigation that followed, and uncover the layers of her complex personal life.
We'll discuss the pivotal moments that led to her husband, Borce Ristevski, becoming the prime suspect, and killer.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoFF7Mv_0Jc
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David and Clara Harris from Houston, Texas seemed to have the perfect life, but this couple's marriage took a fatal turn on a fateful night in 2002.
Join us as we unravel the layers of this tragic story. David and Clara Harris seemed to have it all - a successful business, a beautiful home, and a young daughter. But beneath the surface, jealousy, infidelity, and simmering tensions brewed. What began as suspicions and betrayals escalated into a chilling confrontation that ended in bloodshed.
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl8hNnIQKZM
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In 1993, Allison Newstead, a teenager from Cessnock, Hunter Valley, was brutally murdered, leaving behind a community haunted by unanswered questions.
Join us as we delve into the chilling details of this unsolved case, piecing together clues in search of justice for Allison.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hbi0wwh4GQU&t=7s
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In 1982, the quiet town of Walgett, New South Wales, was rocked by the sudden disappearance of Roxlyn Bowie. A beloved mother and wife, Roxlyn vanished without a trace, leaving her family and community devastated and searching for answers.
Despite extensive investigations and countless leads, Roxlyn's whereabouts remain unknown to this day. Speculation swirls around the circumstances of her disappearance, with theories ranging from foul play to voluntary disappearance.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlzFXjeuW3k
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Jennifer Pan, whose family's peaceful suburban life in Markham, Ontario, was shattered in November 2010. A group of men entered the Pan household, killing Jennifer's mother, Bich Ha Pan, and critically injuring her father, Huei Hann Pan.
Jennifer initially recounted a harrowing tale of being tied to the banister during the attack, but her father's survival and subsequent testimony turned the investigation in a different direction. After a lengthy trial in 2014, Jennifer, along with her former boyfriend Daniel Wong and three others, was convicted of first-degree murder and attempted murder, receiving life sentences with no parole for 25 years.
Kirsa Jensen, a 14-year-old girl from Napier, New Zealand. On September 1, 1983, Kirsa set out for a routine horse ride on her beloved Commodore, only to vanish without a trace. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Kirsa's fate remains shrouded in mystery.
As we unravel the details of Kirsa's disappearance, we explore the chilling circumstances surrounding her last known moments. Her horse, found near the Tutaekuri River, offered few clues, leaving investigators baffled. Was Kirsa abducted? Murdered? Or did she vanish of her own accord?
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6hmhmv6jZM
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A state auditor in Minnesota, Henry seemingly had it all—a happy family, a successful career—until he vanished without a trace on September 7, 2015.
What makes this case particularly chilling is the eerie voicemail Henry left on his wife's phone that fateful night. In it, amidst strange, almost animal-like noises, Henry's voice can be heard claiming to be caught in a struggle and ultimately shot by an assailant.
Months passed before Henry's body was discovered by a kayaker, but the circumstances surrounding his death only deepened the mystery. Despite the voicemail's ominous implications, there were no gunshot wounds or signs of violence on Henry's body.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOD9tLBUFfg&t=8s
911 Call / The Missing Enigma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI2kncP85Is&t=627s
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Melbourne woman Celeste Manno fell victim to a terrifying campaign of stalking that culminated in her tragic murder while she slept peacefully in her own bed. Now, her grieving mother stands determined to ensure that Celeste's killer faces the full weight of justice.
A former colleague of Celeste, ultimately confessed to her murder and was sentenced to a minimum of 30 years in prison. However, the scars left by his relentless stalking and harassment endure, leaving Celeste's loved ones grappling with profound loss and seeking closure.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaV-ok3CmWE
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DISCLAIMERThe following episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including violence against children, assault, and murder.
In 2008, the lives of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and her two-year-old daughter, Khandalyce Pearce, took a harrowing turn when they abruptly departed from their home in Alice Springs, Northern Territory. Accompanied by Karlie's new boyfriend, Daniel Holdom, the sudden departure left Karlie's family in disbelief.
Just weeks after leaving Alice Springs in pursuit of a new beginning, Karlie fell victim to a heinous crime. She was sexually assaulted and murdered by Holdom, who callously disposed of her body in the notorious Belanglo State Forest. Shockingly, Khandalyce met the same fate at the hands of Holdom only four days later.
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When Cari Farver vanished without a trace, Dave Kroupa found himself entangled in a web of emails purportedly from her, even as years passed without any sign of her. But the mystery deepened when it became clear that Farver wasn't just targeting Kroupa—Shanna "Liz" Golyar was also a victim of her relentless harassment.
As the truth slowly unraveled, it revealed a chilling reality: Farver's disappearance was just the beginning of a series of escalating criminal acts, including break-ins and arson. And in a shocking twist, it was Golyar who found herself on trial for Farver's murder, accused of assuming Farver's identity online for years.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnSMnOGR6qM
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In the quiet suburb of Boronia, Melbourne, in February 1984, the brutal murder of 41-year-old Nanette Ellis sent shockwaves through the community. Nanette was found stabbed to death in her own home, leaving behind a baffling mystery that has remained unsolved for decades. Despite extensive investigations and numerous leads, the identity of Nanette's killer continues to elude law enforcement, leaving her family and friends still seeking justice.
Intro Clip: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1469143897363411
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In December 1994, 22-year-old Elisabeth Membrey vanished without a trace from her home in Ringwood North. What happened to this vibrant young woman after she returned from her shift at the Manhattan Hotel? Despite decades passing, the mystery of Elisabeth's disappearance remains unresolved, leaving her family and investigators grappling with unanswered questions and lingering suspicions.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ORD2O2tyqE
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In October 2013, 24 year old Math Teacher, Colleen Ritzer was raped and killed by her student and dumped in the woods at the end of the school day.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGbsTJ8VGG0
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This week we discuss the unsolved 1999 murder of UK TV personality Jill Dando. Jill was shot and killed outside her home on the morning of April 26th 1999, with her murder still remaining unsolved to this day.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7y6ouwG0q0
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23 year old Tracey Howard disappeared after leaving Cheers nightclub in Ballarat in 1998. Her body was discovered dumped one day later. More than 30 years later no one has been charged with Tracey's murder.
We also discuss the current disappearnce of Samantha Murphy.
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After finishing late at work, 32 year-old Robert Wone decided to stay at a friends house rather than commuting home late at night, little did he know this night would be the end of his life. Whilst his friend, partner and roommates' suspicious behaviour raised the eyebrows of police, no charges have ever been laid for the murder of Robert.
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6_nWNhtEJg
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In 2015 Denise Huskins and her boyfriend Aaron were woken up in the middle of the night to intruders declaring a robbery. Denise was kidnapped and held for 2 days, which ended when the kidnappers returned her unharmed. This horrific ordeal would be later be labelled a hoax by the Vallejo Police Department.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yonx7CyoK3k
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In May of 2022, professional cyclist Anne Moriah Wilson was shot dead at a friend's house in Austin, Texas. Investigation later revealed Mo was tied up in a love triangle, which ultimately caused her death.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JED1Jn2iZ6U
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This we discuss the unsolved murder of Sister Catherine Cesnik, covered in the widely renowned Netflix documentary, the Keepers. Sister Cathy disappeared in November 1969 while running some errands, with her body discovered 3 months later. Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Khr7dbuBjuEwww.caffeinecrimeandcanines.com.aubuymeacoffee.com/caffeinecrimeandcanines
Join us as we delve into the haunting and tragic story of 6-year-old Adam Walsh, who mysteriously disappeared from a Sears store in Florida in July 1981, while shopping with his mother, Reve. In a shocking turn of events, just two weeks later, fishermen discovered Adam's severed head in a drainage canal, approximately 200 km from the location he went missing.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gL0R-6qE0VU
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Happy New Year to our incredible listeners!
For our first case this year we are talking about the death of Cassie Jo Stoddart who was murdered by two of her classmates who were trying to re-enact the scream horror movie. Cassie, who was just 16 years old, was stabbed to death while she was home alone in September 2006.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1e0NE2wTAk&t=43s
Clip at 20 m: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXRYxhN_Rg0
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In October 2017, just days before her daughter was getting married. Melinda Pleskovic was found stabbed and shot to death in her home by her husband and soon to be son in law. Her husband reports their house has been targeted in the weeks prior by people breaking into their home. The killer? an unlikely suspect.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59n3hMD9_C0
911 Call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLCCdDroaak
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In December 2017, 70-year old Paddy Moriarty and his dog Kellie went missing from his home in rural Northern Territory, a small town called Larrimah with only 11 residents. No remains of Paddy have ever been found, nor has his dog Kellie and foul play is suspected in his disappearance. But who would murder him in a town of only 11 people?
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHlMBdF2Lcg
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17 year-old Deanna Cremin was found murdered after walking home from her boyfriends house in March 1995. The case remains unsolved to this day.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jq7tFvJELf8
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In July of this year, Erin Patterson hosted a lunch, invited her parents in law and the local pastor and his wife. Later that evening her guests fell violently ill, with 3 of the guests passing away the following week. This case has grabbed international media attention, asking the question "Did Erin poison them intentionally, or was this a horrible mistake?
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This week we discuss the case of Jill Meagher who was abducted, raped and killed while walking home in 2012. Jill's case sparked the debate around safety for women, and has resulted in the change to Parole Laws in Victoria.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPH8cjBmmbQ
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This week we are discussing the baffling case of missing 16 year old, Karlie Guse who left her home in the early hours of October the 13th 2018 after coming home disorientated after partying with friends. The investigation following Karlie's disappearance has lead to little to no leads and there is still no answers as to what happened to Karlie.
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This week we are discussing the disappearance and probable murder of 35 year-old Claudia Lawrence.
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This week we continue our discussion on the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman and delve into the trial of O.J Simpson.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz_2ReGZQzk
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This week we discuss the infamous 1994 murders of Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson, ex-wife of NFL football hall of famer, OJ Simpson.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjzoEd3sPJE
911 Call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHf93uxgKBI
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This week we discuss the devastating suicide of 21-year old Renae Marsden. Renae ended her life after discovering her 'boyfriend' of 2 years did not exist. Her parents Mark & Teresa are fighting for 'Renae's Law' to be passed making 'catfishing' illegal in Australia. Sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/dominic-perrottet-driven-to-suicide-but-renae-s-abuser-in-the-clear-criminalising-catfishing
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In February of 2008, a gunman posing as a delivery driver, opened fire in the Tinley Park Lane Bryant store, killing 5 women and escaping before police arrived. Over 15 years have passed, and the gunman is still on the loose.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xW-inODS-w
911 Call: https://www.tinleypark.org/government/departments/police_department/lane_bryant_homicide_investigation.php
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This week we are continuing our discussion on the murders of Jose and Kitty Menendez who were discovered by their 2 sons, shot to death in their Beverley Hills home in 1989. Police quickly discovered it was their sons, Lyle and Erik who were responsible for their parents deaths, but were the murders for money or revenge?
911 Call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egA8CafquPA
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This week we are discussing the murders of Jose and Kitty Menendez who were discovered by their 2 sons, shot to death in their Beverley Hills home in 1989. Police quickly discovered it was their sons, Lyle and Erik who were responsible for their parents deaths, but were the murders for money or revenge?
This week we are discussing the 'accidental' death of 35-year old Texan firefighter, Elijah Snow while holidaying in Mexico. Elijah's family are certain foul play was involved, while the Mexican Authorities deemed his death accidental and have closed the case.
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GX9A_5IQRhE
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This week we are discussing the case of Sandra Birchmore and the case against three Stoughton Police Officers. Sandra's death was ruled a suicide in 2021, but with the suspicious circumstances surrounding her death, did Sandra commit suicide or was she murdered?
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPtqhk1_gjc&t=4s
This week we discuss the kidnapping hoax from Sherri Papini. A mother of two from California who disappeared for 3 weeks in 2016 claiming she had been abducted and tortured by 2 women. Only for years later to be caught in a lie.
Devasted by a note left from his wife telling him he had left town with a man she was having an affair with, Fred Boyle moved on with his life with his 2 daughters. Moving his mistress in to the family home just 2 days after Edwina 'walked out' on her family. It wasn't until decades later a green metal drum that had stuck to Fred's son in law decided to open it and found Edwina's remains. Fred was then charged with the murder of his wife.
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In September 1982 the city of Chicago was rocked by a series of poisoning deaths from cyanide laced Tylenol capsules. 7 people died and the perpetrator is still unknown over 40 years later.
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBpLHo8l9r8
39year old Beau Mann was planning a wedding and adopting a baby with his fiance Jason when he vanished after being dropped off by an Uber in Santa Monica, California in November 2021. Earlier this year the skeletal remains of Beau were found, but with little explanation as to what happened to him that day in November 2023.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCwBxXAmZqs
This week we are heading to Japan to discuss the country's longest running cold case. The Miyazawa Family made up of Mikio, Yaskuo, Niina and Rei were brutally slaughtered in their home in December 2000. However, with their killer leaving an abundant amount of evidence behind, they have never been found.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmEGpOFncg4
Off the back of last weeks case, we are discussing the disappearance and murder of Christopher Jenkins a 21 year old college student who went missing on Halloween night after being kicked out of a bar, in 2002. His body was discovered in the Mississippi River just 4 months later.
Intro Clip: Breaking Homicide, Season 3 Episode 1 "Secrets of the River"
This week we are discussing the case of missing 20 year old college student Joshua Guimond who vanished into thin air after a college party in November 2002. After 20 years of Josh being missing, police are no closer to solving what happened to Joshua.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBg1d2_Lvc8
This week we discuss the tragic case of the murder of Karina Holmer. A swedish AU pair living in the U.S whose dismembered body was found discarded in a dumpster.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJA04kubqMg
Over 17 years ago, Jennifer Kesse vanished without a trace seeming as though she woke up one morning, got ready for work but never showed. The last 17 years have not uncovered much evidence and Jennifer's family are still looking for answers as to what happened to Jennifer in January of 2006.
In June of 1995, 27 year-old Jodi Huisentruit was on her way to work early Tuesday morning as a local news presenter, but she never showed. Scenes at her car indicated an abduction, but nearly 28 years later no one has been charged with her abduction and/or murder and Jodi's remains have never been found.
This week we discuss the highly publicized case of Munchausen by proxy, Garnett Spears whose mum, Lacey poisoned him with table salt over his very short life.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfDyzCfLLeY
In June of 1997, 14 month-old Jaidyn Leskie was kidnapped and murdered, believed to have died from head injuries. Depsite the arrest of Jaidyn's babysitter, Greg, Jaidyn's murder remains unsolved.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNKtKWFVsI8
This week we discuss the horrifying case of the Turpin Children and their escape from the 'house of horrors'.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7WVDSNStsQ
911 Call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsdDTBi9Gtk
In May of 1980, 32 year-old single mum Dorothy Scott took a co-worker to the hospital after a meeting, while waiting for a prescription to be filled Dorothy went to bring her car around front. Her co-workers spotted her car speeding in the parking lot before veering and driving off. A few hours later her car was found on fire in an alley way, and four years later her remains discovered. So who killed Dorothy Scott?
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkO-yL8Mj28
This week we are discussing the abduction of Jaycee Lee Duggard. An 11-year old girl who was taken on her way to school in 1991 and held captive for 18 years.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McnpiIngars
This week we discuss the murder of Christian (Toby) Obumseli who was stabbed to death by OF influencer girlfriend Courtney Tailor.
Intro clip: https://youtu.be/DnZecFSJpYM
911 Call: https://globalnews.ca/video/9212491/courtney-clenny-911-call-released-in-fatal-stabbing-of-boyfriend
In December 2003, 13-year old Daniel Morcombe went missing on the Sunshine Coast while waiting for a bus. Years later after a 'Mr Big' operation convicted paedophile, Brett Cowan confesses to his murder.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc9xc2CRQP4
This week we discuss a chilling multiple murder from New Zealand, the Bain Family Murders. Eldest son David was arrested and charged for the murder of his Mum, Dad, 2 sisters and brother but after appeal, was found not guilty.
Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7HsjKDSaKA
This week we are discussing the case of missing Dutch backpackers Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon who went missing when hiking the El Pianista trail in Panama in 2014.
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRauiGD18zc
This week we are talking about the disappearance of 6 year old Morgan Nick, who has been missing for nearly 28 years. This case has recently been covered on the Hulu documentary; Still Missing Morgan available on Disney+.
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlQEfg8BRrQ
This week we discuss the True East Murders. Atif Rafay and Sebastian Burns are behind bars serving time for the murders of Atif's father, mother and sister.
A highly contentious case; are Atif and Sebastian guilty or innocent?
Intro clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioXPB3xNQa8&t=43s
911 call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF3wY3Xj2lk
This week as requested by Alison, we are covering the case of Deidre Kennedy. Deidre, who was 17 months old, was snatched from her cot in April of 1973 with her body being discovered the following morning.
Warning: this episode contains information surrounding the abduction and murder of a baby, listener discretion is advised.
This week we discuss the highly publicised murder of Meredith Kercher and Amanda Knox who spent 4 years in an Italian jail for her murder, which we did not commit.
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An 18 year old mystery, the disappearance of Natalee Holloway who disappeared while in Aruba for her high school graduation.
The day after 19 year old Natalie Bollinger disappeared, her body was discovered not far from her home. Police looked at her boyfriend, a stalker she had a restraining order against, but her killer would be who they least suspected.
26 year old Joey LaBute disappeared from a bar in Ohio in March of 2016, his body was later found in the Scioto River with no answers as to what happened to Joey that night.
In April of 2006 Jasmine Richardson’s family was murdered in Medicine Hat, Canada, 12 year old Jasmine, the only survivor and now the youngest person in Canada's history to be charged with multiple murders.
In October of 1989, 10 year-old Amy Mihaljevic was abducted from a shopping centre with her body being discovered 3 months later. Amy's killer still walks free, with Amy's case being the longest open case in FBI's history.
On November the 23rd 1968, 17 year-old Allan Whyte and 16-year old Maureen Brady attended a dance at the YMCA hall in Bendigo. The pair was witnessed leaving, but never made it to their homes that night and haven't been seen or heard from since.
27 year old elementary school teacher, Ellen Greenberg was found stabbed to death in her apartment by her fiance in January of 2011. Her death was ruled a suicide due to her recent struggle with anxiety but Ellen's family are fighting to her cause of death changed.
This week we (finally) discuss the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. A 3-year old British girl who went missing in Praia da Luz, Portugal while holidaying with her parents in 2007.
This week we discuss the abduction of Jayme Closs who was taken from her family home in Baron, Wisconsin. Her kidnapper murdered both of her parents, James and Denise in the process after he forced his way into their home in October 2018.
This week we talk about the Idaho Student Murders, where 4 university of Idaho Students were stabbed to death in their campus housing in November of 2022. Since then, a 28 year old male, Bryan Kohberger has been arrested for the murders.
This week we continue discussing the case of missing Northern Beaches mother, Lynette Dawson.
This week we get around to one of our most highly requested cases, Lynette Dawson. Her husband Chris has recently been found guilty of her murder, with her remains yet to be found.
This week we discuss the case of 6 year old Jonbenet Ramsey. The 6 year old pageant princess found murdered in her home at Christmas time in 1996.
This week we discuss the murder of comedy legend, Phil Hartman. Phil was shot to death by his wife Brynn, who then turned the gun on herself.
This week we discuss the case against Brooke Skylar Richardson, accused of killing her Newborn baby after giving birth in the family's bathroom in the middle of the night in May of 2017.
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Jennifer Dulos was a mum to 5 children, when she went missing after dropping her kids to school the morning of the May the 24th 2019. Her ex-husband has since been charged with her murder, however he maintained his innocence until the day of his suicide in 2020. Jennifer's body has never been found.
This week we discuss the 18 year old mystery of Jim Donnelly who vanished into thin air after arriving for work at his job at the New Zealand Steel Mill in Glenbrook, where he had worked for almost 20 years.
This week we discuss the 30 year mystery of Nina Nicholson, a nurse from Clunes who was found bludgeoned to death on her porch in September 1991.
This week we discuss serial killer, Charlie Cullen who is currently serving 11 consecutive life sentences in New Jersey for murdering a number of his patients while working as a nurse. It is estimate Charlie was responsible for hundreds over deaths over his 16 year career.
12 year old Sean Daugherty died unexpectedly in his home in April this year. His death was ruled a suicide, but with the suspicious circumstances surrounding his death Sean's family are fighting for answers.
WARNING - this episode contains information surrounding the death of child.
This week we discuss the murder of German backpacker, Simone Strobel. Her boyfriend at the time has since been arrested for her murder.
This week we discuss the brutal the murder of Beth Barnard that occurred in the small community of Phillip Island in the 80s.
This week we cover the well known murders of Shanann, Bella, Celeste & Nico Watts, murdered by the person they trusted the most, husband and father Chris Watts.
18 year old Brookelyn (Brooke) Farthing disappeared from a home in the early hours of June the 22nd 2013 after attending a field party with her sister and cousin the night before. After 9 years missing Brooke's family are still looking for answers.
This week we discuss Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell, an extremely religious pair whose beliefs turned into murder.
This week we begin to discuss the case of Maura Murray who disappeared in February 2004 from New Hampshire.
This week we discuss the controversial and highly publicised murder of Laci and Conner Peterson. Scott Peterson is currently serving a life sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci and their unborn son, Conner.
32 year-old Rey Rivera was living in Baltimore with his wife Allison. One day Rey received a phone call, said "Oh Shit" then ran of the house. His body was later discovered in a conference room of the high profile Belvedere, his death was ruled a suicide by the Baltimore Police, but things are not all that they seem.
This week we discuss our first ever serial killer case, based in Canada. The infamous school girl murders from the 1990s captivated the world, but was justice really served?
This week we continue discussing the case of Hae Min Lee and the case against Adnan Syed.
This week we discuss the case of murdered Baltimore teen Hae Min Lee and the case against Adnan Syed.
17 year old Kendrick Johnson went missing at school in January 2013, the following day his body was found inside a rolled up gym mat in his schools gymnasium. Was this a horrific accident or homicide?
29 year old Tyler Davis disappeared the night of February 24th 2009 after travelling to Columbus, Ohio to celebrate his wife's birthday. He went for a walk outside their hotel at around 3am and has never returned.
23 year old Krystal Fraser was days away from giving birth when she went missing in June of 2009. After 13 years we are still no closer to solving the mystery of what happened to Krystal and her unborn baby.
53 year old Judy Baldwin had been a widow after losing her first husband, Todd, in a motorcycle accident. She then met her husband, Jamie a former police officer for the York and Columbia police departments in South Carolina. On the 14th of December, Jamie called 911 reporting they had been in a car accident and Judy was badly injured, only for Jamie to be charged with her murder.
35 year old Stacey Thorne was found brutally murdered in the front yard of her home in December 2007. The father of her unborn baby, Scott Austic would quickly be arrested and charged with her murder, only to be acquitted 12 and a half years later.
This week we provide an update on the recent coronial inquest into the disappearance of Marion Barter. We originally covered this in episode 3, we highly recommend listening to this episode before listening to the update.
26 year old Tina Watson died while scuba diving on her honeymoon at the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland. Her new husband Gabe was charged with manslaughter, but was it a tragic accident or pre-meditated murder?
31 year old Janine Vaughan, left a local nightclub in Bathurst NSW and was seen getting into a red car at around 3:50 am on Friday the 7th of December 2001, she has not been seen or heard from since.
42 year-old Betsy Faria was found dead in her home by her husband on the night of December the 27th 2011. He would shortly be arrested for her murder. After two trials he is released after being found not guilty, and the spotlight would then turn to Betsy's best friend, Pam Hupp.
20 year-old Cindy Anderson regularly had dreams that she was abducted and murdered by someone she knew. On the morning of August the 4th 1981, Cindy went to work at her job as a legal secretary, when her colleagues came to the office that day Cindy was no where to be found, and has not been seen since.
Dubbed the 'Fatal Attraction Murder' due to it's similarities to the 1987 film of the same name, Betty Jeanne Solomon was found dead on the floor of her New York Apartment by her husband Paul. Carolyn Warmus, Paul's lover, was found guilty of her murder, but still maintains her innocence to this day, even after spending 27 years in jail for the crime.
19 year old Elaine Park has not been seen or heard from since January the 28th 2017. Her car was found along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu with the keys in the ignition, the doors unlocked and her belongings inside.
This week we discuss the case of Kathleen Peterson, who was found dead at the bottom of her stairs by her husband, Michael Peterson in a pool of her own blood. Straight away the police suspected Michael who claimed she fell down the stairs. Shortly after, Michael was charged with her murder.
Warning This weeks episode contains descriptions of suicide which some listeners may find disturbing. It is intended from mature audiences, viewer discretion is advised.
This week we discuss the infamous 'texting-suicide scandal' which is that of Michelle Carter playing a huge role in the suicide of her then boyfriend Conrad Roy.
49 Year Old Melissa Caddick was living the high life, with fancy houses, cars and designers clothes and jewellery. On the morning of November the 12th 2020 Melissa left her home for her daily run following an ASIC raid on her home the previous day, her company was under investigation for operating as a ponzi scheme. Melissa has not been seen since, until February 2021 when her severed foot was found washed up on a beach 400 km from where she vanished.
On the night of September the 28th 2000, David Camm returned home from basketball to find his whole family murdered in their garage. As a former state trooper David jumped into action. It would only take local police three days to charge David with the murder of his family, an ordeal that would stretch over thirteen years and 3 criminal trials before the truth is finally revealed.
Known as Australia's largest cult, the family operated in Victoria, Australia in the 1970's and 80's, with the cult leader; Anne Hamilton-Byrne believing she was Jesus Christ reincarnated in the female form. Anne believed her mission was to adopt many children to save them from an upcoming apocalypse but instead inflicted physical, mental and emotional abuse on the children she stole.
Jodi Arias is currently serving a life sentence for the murder of her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander. Travis was found with 27 stab wounds, his throat slit ear to ear and a gun shot to the head. While Jodi’s story has changed many times over the years, Jodi claims she killed Travis in self-defence after being victimised by him during their relationship.
32 Year Old Hannah Upp was living in St Thomas in the U.S Virgin Islands, teaching at a local Montessori school. As the island was preparing for Hurricane Maria to hit the island in September 2017, Hannah simply vanished from the island just 8 days after surviving another Hurricane, Hurricane Irma.
19 year old Tara Calico left for her usual bike ride on the morning of September 20th 1988 and has not been seen since. The case went cold fairly quickly, until June 1989, when a strange development swept the nation. A woman in Port St. Joe, Florida spotted a gruesome polaroid photo in the parking lot of a convenience store.
Reeva Steenkamp was a South African model and paralegal who was dating south Africa's hero, Oscar Pistorius. On Valentine's Day in 2013, Reeva was shot and killed by Pistorius after he claimed he thought Reeva was an intruder in his home.
On May the 26th 1990, while cooking breakfast for her son and his friends, 40 year old Marlene Warren answered the door to her Florida home. This was person was dressed as a clown, and pulled out a gun and fatally shot her in the face.
It took police 27 years to gather enough evidence to finally charge a person with her horrific murder.
Miriam Rivera shot to fame as one of the first transgender reality TV show stars, after her dating show 'There's something about Miriam' in 2003. Decades later after surviving a horrible transphobic attack which almost killed her, she was found dead by hanging at her family's home in Mexico, her death ruled a suicide. Her closest friends and family, and her husband Daniel believe there is no way she would have committed suicide, they believe she may have been murdered.
This week we continue with the case of 13 year old paperboy, Johnny Gosch.
In September of 1982, 13 year old Johnny Gosch disappeared in the early hours of the morning before conducting his regular paper route. Nearly 40 years later the case still hasn't been solved, and Johnny has not been found.
In September of 1982, 13 year old Johnny Gosch disappeared in the early hours of the morning before conducting his regular paper route. Nearly 40 years later the case still hasn't been solved, and Johnny has not been found.
In August of 2016, The Tromp Family quickly decided to flee their home in Silvan, Victoria making a 9 hour drive to NSW. As members of the family started to return home in unusual circumstances (Stolen Cars, trains from Sydney), the nation was engrossed as to why a seemingly normal farming family were afraid enough to flee the state.
Theo Hayez was 18 years old when he went missing from the popular tourist town of Byron Bay, New South Wales in 2019. He was last seen leaving the well known backpackers bar, Cheeky Monkey. He disappeared a week before he was due to fly home to Belgium.
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20 year old Angela Hammond from Clinton Missouri, was talking to her fiancé Rob from a payphone in the Food Barn parking lot at 11:15 pm on April the 4th 1991. Moments later, Rob heard Angela scream through the phone. She has not been seen or heard from since.
The Jamison Family we're ready to live a simpler life in Red Oak, Oklahoma so they decided to pack up their car to go and look at a plot of land they were hoping to purchase. A few days later, their pick up truck was found abandoned with all of their belongings inside (including their family dog) but the family was no where to be found.
22 year old Revelle Balmain was working in Sydney as a model, dancer and escort when she mysteriously disappeared from the suburb of Kingsford on the 5th of November 1994, and has never been heard from or seen since. After being missing for 25 years, the NSW police have released a $1m dollar reward for information which has brought to light a few leads in the case.
This week we discuss the disappearance and murder of 19 year old Sarah Stern, whose car was abandoned on a bridge in Jersey.
This week we discuss the high profile missing persons case of William Tyrrell, a 3 year old boy who disappeared from his foster grandmothers yard on the morning of September 12th 2014.
This week we discuss the case of Johnny Lewis, an actor who was most known for his role on Sons of Anarchy. Johnny suffered a severe personality shift after a serious head injury in a motorcycle accident. A few years later his body would be found, along with the body of his land lady and her cat.
This week we delve into Australia’s longest missing persons case; the Beaumont Children. Three siblings who disappeared from a South Australian beach on Australia Day 1966.
This week we discuss the murder of Jim Melgar, whose nude and beaten body was found in his closet. Not far away away his wife, Sandra, remained alive, tied up in rope. She has since been charged with his murder, and sentenced to 27 years in a Texas State prison.
The story of the infamous ‘Girl in a Box’. Colleen Stan was 20 years old when she hitchhiked from Oregon to California. Picked up by a young married couple with a baby, Colleen’s life was about to change for the next 7 years.
In April 2016, Wife and mother, Missy Bevers arrived at Creekside Church to teach an early morning fitness class. When her students arrived at 5 am, they found her lifeless body laying on the ground of the church. Missy was murdered by an unknown person.
This week we discuss the horrific death of the ‘girl in the chute’, Phoebe Handsjuk. Who plummeted to her death down a garbage chute. Her death was deemed a suicide. Did Phoebe kill herself or was she placed in the chute?
28 year old Lars Mittank was enjoying a holiday in Varna, Bulgaria when, after acting a strangely for a few days, has disappeared from the Varna airport never to be seen again. This week we discuss the case dubbed the most famous missing persons case on YouTube.
This week we discuss the high profile missing persons turned murder case of Gabby Petito, who’s remains were found near the Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, after her fiancé returned from their cross country road trip alone.
DISCLAIMER: this weeks episode has a few audio issues. 20 year old Lauren Spierer disappeared after a night out with friends following the conclusion of classes for the semester. Footage shows Lauren so intoxicated she can barely walk on her own. 10 years later her body is yet to be found and investigators aren’t any closer to finding out what happened to Lauren.
Elizabeth Smart was 14 years old when she was abducted from her home in Salt Lake City, Utah in the middle of the night. With time not on their side, police worked tirelessly to find her and her abductor.
48 year old Susan Cox Powell was a wife and mother living in Utah when she disappeared the night of December the 7th 2009. Her disappearance remains a mystery to this day.
This week we discuss the shock Australian true crime story of Katherine Knight, the first woman to be sentenced to life without parole in Australia.
Mollie Tibbetts was a university of Iowa student, who went missing after going for a job. Her body would be found 1 month later and an undocumented migrant charged with her murder.
This week we discuss the case of Keli Lane and her missing 2 day old baby, Tegan. Is Keli Lane an incredible liar, or has she suffered a huge miscarriage of justice? (Reference for this episode: Exposed: the case of Keli Lane)
This week we discuss the missing persons case of Zebb Quinn, an 18 year old that went missing from Asheville, North Carolina in 2000.
In February 1993 James Bulger, 2 years old, was abducted from the New Strand Shopping Centre in Merseyside, England. A few days later his battered body was found on a railway track, just 4 km away.
This week we discuss the brutal Van Breda Family Murders which happened in South Africa in a gated, highly secure estate.
This week we talk about the mysterious disappearance of Rebecca Coriam aboard the Disney Wonder cruise ship
This week we are trying something new. Corina runs through the case of Sheila Davallo, when Lochi has never heard anything about it. Strap yourselves in for this weeks case, it’s a wild ride.
20 year old nursing student, Holly Bobo vanished from her own backyard on the morning of April the 13th 2011 in Darden, Tennessee. Her remains would be found 3 years later, with multiple men charged with her kidnapping and murder.
This weeks episode we discuss the mysterious disappearance of Ohio State medical student, Brian Shaffer, dubbed the ‘man who vanished into thin air’.
15 year old Cherie Westell, missing for 21 years, disappeared making her way home to her current foster home after dentist appointment. A call was made to her foster family from a public phone 5 km away from the dental clinic, presumably to ask for a ride. Cherie has not been heard from or seen since.
On June the 02nd 2011, 13 year old Bung Siriboon made the usual walk to school from her home in Boronia, but she would never make it to school that day. 10 years on and there are still little answers to what happened to Bung on that day, and why she never made it to school.
Dee Dee was a devoted parent to her sick daughter Gypsy, or so it seemed. In this weeks episode we discuss the case of Dee Dee & Gypsy Rose Blanchard, the most highly publicised case of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy. After spending her whole life being medically, physically and emotionally abused by her mother, Gypsy took out the ultimate revenge.
In this weeks episode we discuss the disappearance and murder of Thomas Brown, an 18 year old senior from Canadian, Texas.
Grace Millane was on a trip of lifetime after graduating from university. A day shy of her 22nd birthday, Grace matched with a guy on Tinder in Auckland, New Zealand. A few days later her body would be found in a suitcase in a shallow grave in the Waitakere Ranges and her tinder date charged with her murder.
Chantelle and Leela, a mother and daughter from Western Australian went missing in 2007 after telling family they were moving to Brazil for spiritual reasons, but they have never left the country or been seen again.
The disappearance of Adelaide schoolgirl Rhianna Barreau remains a mystery 28 years later. Rhianna went missing from her home on October the 7th 1992 and to this day, her case is still open.
This week we deep dive into one of this centuries most mysterious missing persons cases and that infamous chilling 911 call when discussing the case of Brandon Lawson
This episode we continue to discuss the case of 3 year old Caylee Anthony. Her mother Casey Anthony termed the most hated woman in America was charged with the murder of her daughter but was later found not guilty and acquitted of all charges. Was Caylee murdered or was her death accidental?
This weeks case is the horrific case of the murder of 3 year old Caylee Anthony. Her mother Casey Anthony termed the most hated woman in America was charged with the murder of her daughter but was later found not guilty and acquitted of all charges. Was Caylee murdered or was her death accidental?
This week we discuss the disappearance and death of Elisa Lam at the Cecil hotel and the infamous elevator footage.
We continue to discuss the missing case of 51 year old Marion Barter and provide an update on the case of the missing campers
Today we discuss the missing case of Marion Barter, missing since 1997 and the mysterious happenings surrounding her disappearance.
On Friday March the 20th 2020 an elderly couple, Carol & Russell camping in the Victorian Alps went missing. Their campsite was burnt out next to their car and their keys, bank cards and phones along with Russell’s drone were also missing. Carol and Russell had been having an affair spanning 50-60 years and their families didn’t know that they were camping together, but Russell was an avid camper and knew the area very well, making their disappearance even more crazy!
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