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When 33-year-old Patrick Alexander was arrested for a misdemeanor trespassing charge in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, his bond was set at a very manageable $250. But during his bond hearing on March 16, 2026, Alexander made a choice that quickly upgraded his legal troubles. Handing the judge three $100 bills, Alexander confidently told the court to "keep the change."

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2026

On October 16, 2009, local hunters in Latimer County, Oklahoma, stumbled upon a locked, abandoned pickup truck. Inside was a severely malnourished family dog, personal IDs, cell phones, and an untouched jackpot of $32,000 cash stuffed right under the driver’s seat. The owners - Bobby, Sherilynn, and 6-year-old Madyson Jamison - were nowhere to be found.

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

On May 8, 2026, 78-year-old Elisabeth "Betty" Broderick died of natural causes in a medical facility outside her California prison, ending nearly 37 years of incarceration. Her death immediately reignited a decades-old national debate: Was Betty a cold-blooded, vengeful monster, or was she a systematically dismantled housewife pushed past the brink of sanity by a powerful elite? To finish this episode, visit patreon.com/truecrimecast

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2026

Tesla promised the Cybertruck could handle a little water, but 70-year-old Jimmy Jack McDaniel took that promise literally. On May 18, 2026, police and water rescue teams were called to Grapevine Lake, where they found a brand-new Cybertruck completely disabled and taking on water. The driver’s excuse? He just wanted to test out Tesla’s advertised "Wade Mode."

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

In the early morning hours of February 26, 2022, a heavily armed intruder used construction scaffolding to breach a massive, secluded estate outside Richmond, Kentucky. The home belonged to former state representative C. Wesley Morgan, but the gunman wasn't there for politics or money. He was there for the multi-million-dollar underground survival bunker built beneath the property. With the verdict officially handed down in May 2026, we break down the complex reality of a jury finding a killer "guilty—but mentally ill," proving that a defendant can be consumed by delusions and still be held legally responsible for murder.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

In November 1986, college student Scott Macklem was gunned down in a campus parking lot. With zero physical evidence, investigators quickly zeroed in on Fred Freeman (now known as Temujin Kensu), an ex-boyfriend of the victim's fiancée. There was just one massive problem: Freeman was 400 miles away in Escanaba at the time of the shooting, an alibi verified by nine independent witnesses. Or was he?

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

On the morning of May 14, 2026, residents of a quiet northwest Atlanta neighborhood woke up to a bizarre sight: an army of empty, driverless Waymo vehicles invading their cul-de-sacs. Between 6:00 and 7:00 a.m. alone, nearly 50 autonomous cars flooded Battleview Drive, looping endlessly and turning a peaceful suburban morning into a technological traffic jam. We discuss how these repositioning vehicles became obsessed with a single residential area, the safety concerns raised by local parents, and what happens when the algorithms we trust to optimize our streets end up gridlocking them instead.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

For 18 years, Jean-Claude Romand’s family believed he was a brilliant, high-flying medical doctor working for the World Health Organization in Geneva. In reality, he was a medical school dropout who spent his days sitting in his car, wandering through forests, and reading medical journals in cafés to maintain the ruse. When the money ran out and the truth loomed, Romand chose a path of absolute destruction over confession. We walk through the devastating 48 hours where he murdered his wife, his two young children, and his elderly parents, before a failed suicide attempt left him alive to face the reality he destroyed. It’s a stark look at the ultimate cost of a fragile ego.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2026

Anne Marie Fahey was 30 years old at the time of her death, the youngest of six children in a close-knit Irish-Catholic family from Wilmington. She was known for being vibrant, hardworking, and deeply ambitious. While her professional life was thriving, Anne’s private life was a battleground. When she tried to break off her relationship with high-ranking Delaware lawyer Thomas Capano, she vanished. In this episode of True Crimecast, John and Jamie trace the unprecedented investigation into Anne’s disappearance. They discuss the gruesome betrayal by the Capano brothers, the morbid moment a juror climbed into that very cooler to test a killer’s lies, and the final diary entries of a woman who just wanted her life back.

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

This interview episode of True Crimecast provides a rare, firsthand look at the human cost of a conviction built on "snitch testimony" and withheld evidence. Sitting down with Jamie Snow via a recorded call from the Illinois River Correctional Center, Jamie and John explore the reality of a man who has spent nearly 27 years behind bars for a crime he, and a growing number of advocates (including John and Jamie), insists he did not commit. Listen to the Snow Files podcast (told in Jamie Snow's own words): https://snow-files.captivate.fm/ Learn more about the case, stay up to date, or donate to Jamie's cause: https://www.freejamiesnow.com/ Contact Governor Pritzker from Illinois to demand clemency for Jamie: Springfield - Office of the Governor 401 S. Spring St. Springfield, IL 62704 217-782-6830 or 217-782-6831 Chicago - Office of the Governor 555 W. Monroe St., 16th Floor Chicago, IL 60661 312-814-2121 or 312-814-2122 Voice an Opinion (Online Form): https://gov.illinois.gov/contact-us/voice-an-opinion.html

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

In 1882, a man calling himself Henry Debosnys arrived in the Adirondacks. He was cultured, spoke half a dozen languages, and claimed to be a Portuguese aristocrat. But beneath the charm was a trail of dead wives that stretched across the East Coast. Within weeks of marrying a local widow named Betsey Wells, she was found brutally murdered—and Debosnys was the only suspect.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

In March 2026, the woods of Portage County, Ohio, became the center of a cryptozoological phenomenon. In a span of just five days, at least six independent witnesses reported seeing massive, eight-foot-tall figures moving along the Mahoning River. Dubbed the "Ohio Flap of 2026," this sudden uptick in activity has researchers and locals wondering if a changing climate is pushing these legends out of the shadows.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

Tim "Doc" Anderson was the quintessential "good guy" in a bad business. A Golden Gloves champion with a degree in kinesiology, Tim was a disciplined athlete who never touched drugs or alcohol. But when he crossed paths with Rick "Elvis" Parker - a flamboyant, cocaine-fueled promoter - Tim was pulled into a world of fixed fights, shadow contracts, and a literal "toxic" betrayal. If anyone wants to help Tim with his case, they can reach out to Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis and request that Anderson’s case be heard before the Clemency Board at GovernorRon.Desantis@eog.myflorida.com.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

In Heber City, Utah, a routine experiment with AI-powered reporting software led to one of the most absurd documents in the history of the department. Designed to transcribe body camera footage into draft reports to save officers hours of paperwork, the AI accidentally tuned into a nearby movie: Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. The result was an official report claiming an officer had physically transformed into a frog while on duty.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

In February 1992, the Griffin family was shattered when siblings Tommy Griffin and Connie Branam disappeared just one day apart. What began as a search for a missing brother ended in the discovery of two bodies across two different counties and the arrest of two men the victims trusted, Gary Sutton and Jimmy Dellinger. But with Gary's scheduled execution scheduled for later this year, are we sure they got the wrong men? In her new podcast, Time of Death, journalist Beth Bradin goes deeper into this case than anyone ever has. The weekly releases unveil never before seen information that could lead to Gary Sutton's exoneration. Subscribe now to get caught up and decide for yourself whether justice was served in this case, or if there is more work to do. Listen to Time of Death now! https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kea4ZvLv4FGu0cvmBFEb6 Follow Beth on IG: @bethbraden.journalist

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

On Easter Sunday in 1991, 18-year-old William Little was murdered at a Bloomington, Illinois gas station for a mere $60. The initial investigation led veteran detective Charles Crowe to Jamie Snow, a man who passed a lie detector test and didn't fit the profile of a killer. The case went cold for years until two rookie detectives took over and built a case based almost entirely on the testimony of jailhouse informants and shifting eyewitness accounts. **The original release of this episode included discussion suggesting that Susan Claycomb confessed to being a part of this crime and told authorities Jamie Snow was guilty. However, that is not the case and the audio has been adjusted to reflect the reality that Susan always denied involvement and has fought to prove Jamie's innocence.

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee from The Murder Sheet join us again today to break down the appeal of Richard Allen. What is the basis of the appeal? How did the state of Indiana respond? What happens next? What does "baby's first metaphor" mean? All your questions will be answered! Follow Murder Sheet! Web: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/MSheetPodcast Instagram: @murdersheet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheet X/Twitter: @murdersheet YouTube: @themurdersheet Get your book signed and meet Áine and Kevin: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/events

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

In the summer of 2025, a crew of tactical robbers turned the streets of Philadelphia and its suburbs into a high-stakes battlefield. Armed with AR-style rifles and utilizing stolen getaway cars, they targeted Brinks trucks in broad daylight, hitting busy commercial corridors like Castor Avenue and Elkins Park. After two failed attempts, they finally struck gold at an H Mart shopping center, walking away with over $119,000 and a guard's firearm.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

This episode is only available on Patreon.com In the summer of 1985, the mountains of Eastern Kentucky lived up to their ancient name: the "dark and bloody ground." In less than sixty days, a ruthless crew led by Benny Lee Hodge and Roger Dale Epperson turned quiet communities into crime scenes. They didn't just rob; they executed. From the betrayal of a family friend in Gray Hawk to the heartbreaking murder of 23-year-old Tammy Dee Acker in Fleming-Neon, this crew left a trail of violence fueled by a safe containing nearly $2 million in cash.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

In the rural community of Maretburg, Kentucky, a small home held a massive secret: three-quarters of a million dollars in gold and silver bars, another $100,000 in jewelry, and a small arsenal of firearms. Sometime before April 9, 2026, that fortune vanished. Within days, two men—William Daniel Martin and Kristopher Fletcher—were in custody, but the case only grew more bizarre.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

On April 29, 1989, 17-year-old Jeffrey Pelley put on his tuxedo and headed to his high school prom in Lakeville, Indiana. But the next morning, when his father, Pastor Robert Pelley, didn't show up for Sunday service, a horrifying discovery was made next door at the parsonage. Robert, his wife Dawn, and their two young daughters had been gunned down with a shotgun. The front door was locked, the curtains were drawn, and the primary suspect was the son who had supposedly spent the night dancing.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

In the quiet town of Woodsfield, Ohio, the bank drive-thru is usually the site of mundane errands and polite small talk. But on December 3, 2025, a routine transaction turned into a statewide headline when a teller opened a pneumatic canister to find something far more potent than a personal check. Instead of paperwork, they found a baggie of crystal methamphetamine delivered directly into their hands by a customer who seemingly didn't realize he had just handed over evidence of a felony.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

Charles Christopher Martinez didn’t just live a life of crime; he wrote the book on it. Literally. After serving time for bank robbery and gang-related activity, Martinez self-published his autobiography, The Life of an Outlaw, detailing his journey through the federal prison system and his ties to the Sureños gang. It was framed as a story of a man who had seen the bottom and lived to tell the tale. But in January 2026, the narrative took a shocking, and highly visible, turn.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026

In July 2010, the North East of England was paralyzed by the largest manhunt in over 44 years. Raoul Moat, a 6'3" bouncer and amateur bodybuilder, was released from prison with a 49-page manifesto of grievances and a shotgun in his hands. Believing his ex-partner’s new boyfriend was a police officer, Moat launched a targeted campaign that left a trail of violence and devistation in his path.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

On September 25, 2025, a terrifying text message sent the state of Florida into a frenzy: "I need help being shot at... I'm hit." Seventeen-year-old Caden Speight’s truck was found abandoned in Dunnellon with a bullet hole in the windshield and blood in the cab. But as an Amber Alert pinged on millions of phones, Caden wasn't in a white van with four kidnappers. He was in the woods with a tent, a bicycle, and a .45-caliber pistol.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

Valentine’s Day 2015 was supposed to be a day of romance and "International Authentic Dishes" at Sunderland’s famous Borneo Bistro. But for 28-year-old Christopher Baker, the only thing on the menu was a desperate, drunken, and poorly calculated scheme. After finishing a full buffet meal, Baker stood up and pointed to a "pockmarked" visitor on the floor: a live black-and-white rat.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

In September 1982, the Investor - a state-of-the-art salmon boat - was found drifting and engulfed in flames just off the coast of Fish Egg Island, Alaska. What the Coast Guard found in the embers was a nightmare: the remains of Mark and Irene Coulthurst, their two young children, and four teenage deckhands. It remains one of the worst mass homicides in Alaskan history. So who did it? Why did they do it? And where are they now?

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

In the mid-90s, Robert Downey Jr. was widely considered the most gifted actor of his generation. But while critics were comparing him to Chaplin, the LAPD was seeing a man spiraling toward a tragic end. From a high-speed arrest on Sunset Boulevard with a .357 Magnum to the infamous afternoon he wandered into a neighbor's home and fell asleep in a child's bed, Downey’s life became a series of "front-page" disasters that nearly silenced one of cinema’s brightest lights.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2026

Timothy Bradburn had just returned to his Spokane home from a trip to Hawaii, keys and suitcase still in hand, when he was met with a lethal ambush. The shooter wasn't a stranger, but his 33-year-old daughter, Alyssa, who had spent weeks practicing at a gun range and journaling about her plan to kill him. In a case that moved from a claim of self-defense to a blunt courtroom confession, the Pacific Northwest was left searching for a motive that never came.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2026

Lana Clarkson was a woman of "big dreams and new shoes." A cult-cinema icon known to fans as the Barbarian Queen, Lana was a fixture of the 1980s Los Angeles scene, appearing in everything from Scarface to Three’s Company. At forty years old, she wasn’t a woman in despair; she was a woman in transition, working as a hostess at the House of Blues to fund her own independent production, Lana Unleashed. She was a daughter and a friend who, on her final day of life, was still shopping for the future. Enter reclusive and volatile music producer Phil Spector, a man accused by many of having "demonic" tendencies when mixing alcohol and firearms. Jamie and John center today's story on Lana’s vibrant life and the chilling circumstances of its end. We examine the early morning of February 3, 2003, when Lana was murdered in cold blood. We look at the evidence that painted a picture of a woman who was held captive in a "Pyrenees Castle" she never intended to stay in, and the brave testimony of the women who came before her to reveal Spector’s long-standing pattern of violence. This is an episode dedicated to reclaiming Lana’s memory from the shadow of her killer’s fame and ensuring she is remembered as the hero of her own story.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

In today's Patreon Exclusive episode, we take a deep dive into the Brady Rule and several cases that highlight a Brady Violation. This rule seems very simple, but it has major, life changing consequences if not followed correctly. To access the full episode, visit www.patreon.com/truecrimecast and sign up for as little as $3 per month.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2026

On Friday, March 27, 2026, just four miles from his home on Jupiter Island, Florida, the golf world stood still once again. 15-time major champion Tiger Woods was involved in a high-speed rollover crash involving a Land Rover and a pressure-cleaning truck. While Woods walked away from the wreckage uninjured, the legal aftermath began almost immediately.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

This is a story that feels like a Greek tragedy set in a Maricopa County courtroom. Michael Marin was a man who lived his life at the highest possible altitude, both literally and financially, and it seems he simply could not reconcile a reality where he was grounded by a prison cell.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2026

In the quiet mountain town of Kamas, Utah, Kouri Richins was seen as a pillar of strength. After her husband Eric died suddenly in 2022, she wrote a children’s book to help their three sons navigate grief. But while she was promoting "Are You With Me?" on national television, investigators were uncovering a $3.1 million debt, a secret iPhone, and a search history that included "luxury prisons for the rich." In this episode of True Crimecast, John and Jamie walk through the trial that captivated the nation in 2025/26. Big thank you to our friend Jules, co-founder of Fire Eyes Media, Investigative Podcaster & Producer & soon to be Private Investigator, for lending us her voice today. Check out her shows Missing in Hushtown and Secrets Beyond the Sacramento River. Follow her on IG: @yourhostjules

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

Mary Carole McDonnell was the CEO of a successful Burbank production company, behind true crime hits like I Married a Murderer. But behind the scenes, the company was hemorrhaging cash. To keep the lights on and the payroll moving, the 73-year-old allegedly stepped into a role of her own making: the secret heir to the McDonnell Aircraft fortune. In this episode of True Crime To Go, John and Jamie break down the brazen 2017–2018 fraud scheme that allegedly siphoned nearly $30 million from financial institutions. We detail how she used a non-existent $80 million trust fund to bait banks, the federal indictment that followed in 2018, and her current status on the FBI’s Most Wanted list.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

Dayton Webber was a household name in the world of professional cornhole. A quadruple amputee who overcame a life-threatening infection as an infant, he became an ESPN-featured athlete and a symbol of "no excuses" perseverance. But on the night of March 22, 2026, a different story began to emerge in the charging documents of Charles County, Maryland. In this breaking news episode of True Crimecast, John and Jamie discuss the arrest of the 27-year-old athlete following the shooting death of his friend, Bradrick Michael Wells. We walk through the harrowing timeline: an argument in a moving Tesla, two witnesses in the backseat, a body left in a Charlotte Hall yard, and a 100-mile flight to Virginia.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2026

On a humid Kentucky night in July 1994, Trent DiGiuro, a rising star on the University of Kentucky offensive line, was sitting on his front porch just three days away from his 21st birthday. Without warning, a single rifle shot rang out from the darkness 100 yards away. Trent was gone before his friends even realized what the sound was. For six years, the case remained one of Lexington’s most haunting mysteries. The breakthrough didn't come from a forensic lab or a high-speed chase, but from a secret whispered in a bar and a woman who had the courage to wear a wire. In this episode of True Crimecast, John and Jamie explore the life of the "big teddy bear" who walked onto the UK team and the wealthy, privileged peer who allegedly could never forgive a social slight.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

In September 2024, the state of Kentucky was on edge as law enforcement hunted for I-75 shooter Joseph Couch. In the midst of that panic, a 911 call from Knott County reported a man with a knife who "looked like the shooter." That man wasn't a fugitive—he was 25-year-old Travis Pratt, a local man in the middle of a mental health crisis. In this episode of True Crime To Go, John and Jamie trace the harrowing final minutes of Travis Pratt’s life. We break down the factual timeline from the moment Pratt hid in a neighbor's bathroom to the 13 shots fired by responding officers.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026

Sunday service at Campground Pentecostal Church in Laurel County, Kentucky, was interrupted by a terrifying arrival on March 8, 2026. 56-year-old James D. Bell walked into the sanctuary, but what he said next is a matter of intense legal debate. While multiple churchgoers reported a chilling threat—"I am here to kill the children"—the church’s pastor recalls a man in the throes of a spiritual emergency, claiming he was possessed and asking for prayer.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2026

In 2012, Lester Young, a 34-year-old church handyman, was gunned down in his East Oakland home in front of his teenage nephew. The only eyewitness identified a specific shooter—but the lead detective, Phong Tran, had other plans. Ignoring the witness, Tran pivoted to Steven Buggs, a truck driver who had grown up with the victim. What followed was a 15-hour interrogation filled with racial threats, a decade behind bars, and an 82-year-to-life sentence based on "investigative work" that was rotting from the inside out.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2026

Robin Dreeke is a former Marine Corps Officer and retired FBI Special Agent, where he served as Chief of the FBI’s Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program. With over 40 years of experience across diverse environments - military, counterintelligence, behavioral analysis, business, nonprofits, and community action groups - Robin has a wealth of knowledge and expertise that makes him the perfect guest for a True Crime show. In today's interview, we talk about recruiting spies, ways to detect deception, and Robin's latest book! If there is anything you have ever wanted to ask a spy, join Jamie and John as they geek out over the opportunity to do just that. Robin's website: https://www.robindreeke.com About Robin's new book: Blending timeless wisdom with contemporary insights, this refreshed edition maintains the essence and core principles of the original bestselling book while incorporating updated anecdotes, refreshed terminology, and enhanced practice exercises. Whether you’re striving for personal growth, career advancement, or enriching all your relationships, It’s Not All About Me is your handbook to mastering the art of conversation, empathy, and rapport-building. Buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637748469?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_0VG328TWZCXYHWP8GY5D&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_0VG328TWZCXYHWP8GY5D&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_0VG328TWZCXYHWP8GY5D&bestFormat=true

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2026

The Flamingo Hotel and Casino is a Las Vegas icon, known for its lush outdoor wildlife habitat and its namesake pink residents. But at 5:00 a.m. on March 3, 2026, surveillance cameras captured a scene that was far from a tourist attraction. 33-year-old Mitchell Fairbarn allegedly breached the habitat, resulting in a terrifying ordeal for a flamingo named "Peachy."

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2026

In March 2025, the community of Dixie County, Florida, rallied around a 15-year-old boy reportedly fighting a losing battle with cancer. Local businesses like Papa Luigi’s held fundraisers, and a GoFundMe campaign drew in thousands from neighbors eager to help pay for "doctor visits and surgery." But by February 2026, the Dixie County Sheriff’s Office revealed a much darker reality: the boy never had cancer, and his actual medical care was fully covered by Medicaid.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2026

Just after midnight on June 5, 1968, Robert F. Kennedy stood at the peak of his political life. He had just won the California primary, flashing his trademark smile and telling a roaring crowd, "On to Chicago." Moments later, while cutting through a crowded kitchen pantry to avoid the crush of the ballroom, the trajectory of American history was altered by a .22 caliber revolver. In this episode of True Crimecast, John and Jamie trace the evolution of "Bobby" from a ruthless political operative to a voice for the voiceless. We break down the chaotic scene in the pantry, the capture of Sirhan Sirhan, and the chilling "diary of an assassin." But we also dive into the forensics that refuse to stay buried: the 13 recorded shots from an 8-shot gun, the powder burns behind Kennedy's ear, and the recent 2025 declassifications that are shedding new light on old shadows. Was Sirhan a lone actor, or was there a second gun in the kitchen?

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2026

In July 2024, Michael Fosler was charged with 43 felony counts of sexual assault involving a 13-year-old girl. Three months later, that girl’s father, Aaron Spencer, found her in the passenger seat of Fosler's truck in the middle of the night. What happened next on a darkened Arkansas highway sparked a legal firestorm that has reached the state’s Supreme Court and the local ballot box. In a new, unexpected twist, Aaron Spencer won a primary election and is now on his way to becoming the Sheriff of Lonoke County.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2026

Most people reach for a rolled-up newspaper or a can of bug spray when they see a spider. But in February 2026, authorities say Sean McDermott reached for a lighter—and didn't stop until four homes were in ruins.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2026

In the 1980s, John Gotti wasn't just the boss of the Gambino crime family—illegally, he was the face of New York City. With his $2,000 Brioni suits, silver hair, and a smirk that defied the FBI, he became a folk hero to some and a nightmare to the Department of Justice. But behind the "Dapper Don" persona was a man who clawed his way to the top through a bloody coup outside a Manhattan steakhouse.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2026

To hear the rest of this episode, visit Patreon.com and sign up for as little as $3! In the mid-1940s, Chicago was a city gripped by a unique kind of terror. It wasn’t the mob wars or the wartime rationing that kept people awake—it was the phantom breaking into high-rise apartments and leaving behind a plea scrawled in red: "For heaven's sake catch me before I kill more. I cannot control myself." In this episode of True Crimecast, John and Jamie dissect the case of William Heirens, the 17-year-old University of Chicago student labeled "The Lipstick Killer." From the brutal murder of Josephine Ross to the horrific kidnapping and dismemberment of 6-year-old Suzanne Degnan, we look at the crimes that shocked a nation. But the story doesn't end with an arrest. We dive into the controversial interrogation of a teenager—involving "truth serum," allegations of police brutality, and a confession that Heirens would spend the next 65 years trying to take back.

Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2026

In 1925, the sweltering heat of Harlan County, Kentucky, was matched only by the intensity of a manhunt for 14-year-old Mary Vickery. When skeletal remains were discovered in an abandoned mine shaft, the case seemed closed: a grieving father identified her jewelry, a "witness" claimed to have seen the murder, and local taxi driver Condy Dabney was sent away for life. But justice in coal country is rarely buried deep enough.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2026

In the quiet community of Lakeport, Florida, deputies were on a mission to track down a elusive boat thief. What they found instead was a "woman" in a light blue dress, a white cardigan, and a blonde wig, casually strolling away from a residence. This episode of True Crime To Go explores the bizarre arrest of Joshua Kolotka, a man whose wardrobe change wasn't quite enough to fool the sharp instincts of the Glades County Sheriff’s Office.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2026