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Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans

Ep 134 : The Murder of Orsolya Gaal: A Suburban Affair and a Brutal Betrayal

Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans

Kelly Evans

True Crime, Society & Culture, Comedy

4.6996 Ratings

🗓️ 12 May 2023

⏱️ 26 minutes

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Summary

Orsolya Gaal was a devoted mother, a beloved neighbor, and a vibrant presence in her Queens, New York, community. But in April 2022, her life came to a shocking end when she was found brutally murdered and stuffed into her son’s hockey bag. The investigation uncovered a twisted story of obsession, betrayal, and an affair turned deadly, with handyman David Bonola at the center of the tragedy. In this episode of Mama Mystery, we unravel the events leading up to Orsolya’s murder, from her complicated relationships to the night of the attack. We’ll also explore Bonola’s chilling confession, his plea deal, and the unanswered questions that linger about the lives shattered by this horrific crime. Join us as we delve into the heartbreaking details of a case that rocked a tight-knit community and left a family forever changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Essilor® Stellest® Lenses: https://www.essilor.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Transcript

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0:00.0

Welcome back to Mama Mystery.

0:12.4

I am your co-host Austin.

0:15.9

And if you're new here, I am Kelly.

0:19.6

I'm still Austin.

0:26.7

I'm still Austin this time, too. Okay. Anyway am Kelly. I'm still Austin. I'm still Austin this time too. Okay. Anyway, and I tell stories.

0:32.6

I research. I write. I love to write. And Austin is my husband and he has no interest in true crime whatsoever. So every time I tell him these stories, he is just completely flabbergasted.

0:37.7

I was literally thinking the word flabbergasted.

0:39.8

No way.

0:40.7

Oh my God.

0:41.3

We're so insane.

0:43.1

We're so cute.

0:44.3

Anyway, do we just make you want to puke?

0:47.4

Because same.

0:48.6

Before I came down, and we came down here to record, Kennedy is watching a movie.

0:53.1

Her daughter.

0:54.3

And what movie? Peter movie. Mm-hmm. Her daughter. Mm-hmm.

0:55.6

And...

0:56.2

What movie?

0:57.3

Peter Pan.

0:57.9

Oh, okay.

0:58.5

And she goes, okay, have fun recording.

1:01.8

Try to tell Mommy not to cuss.

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