True Crime Squad
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Adam Castillo Vanished, The Neuroscience of Serial Killers, and Kirk Wiseman and Cynthia Frayer
January 10, 2022 04:53 - 33 minutes - 19.2 MBAdam Castillo was last seen at about 2 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, at a party in the desert near the Blue Sky Road, locally known as "the loop,” near Willcox, Arizona. The party may have involved more than 25 people. Everyone made it home except for Adam. His family has searching for answers ever since, with no real luck. Katie presents this case to Kristi for a cold read. Source material: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/willcox/widespread-raid-nets-arrests-sheds-no-light-on-castil...
Daybell/Vallow-Protection Order Does Apply to Mark Means
January 06, 2022 03:53 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBDaybell/Vallow court, existing protection order prohibiting release of Grand Jury transcript does apply to Mark Means.
Bass Webb Is A Monster
January 05, 2022 05:07 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBBass Webb went to the Bourbon County Detention Center and tried to run over two prison guards, striking one. He told them that he had just cut off his ex-girlfriend’s head, Bryia Runiewicz. After a brief police chase Webb was taken into custody. While in court, Webb also spit in the face of Bourbon District Judge Vanessa Dickson. While incarcerated the bones of Sabrina Vaughn were discovered. Webb was a former boyfriend, and was charged with her murder as well. All told, he is currently serv...
Bass Webb Is A Monster, McRoberts Williams- Dumbest Bank Robber, and The Mystery of Bobby Dunbar
January 05, 2022 05:07 - 29 minutes - 17.1 MBBass Webb went to the Bourbon County Detention Center and tried to run over two prison guards, striking one. He told them that he had just cut off his ex-girlfriend’s head, Bryia Runiewicz. After a brief police chase Webb was taken into custody. While in court, Webb also spit in the face of Bourbon District Judge Vanessa Dickson. While incarcerated the bones of Sabrina Vaughn were discovered. Webb was a former boyfriend, and was charged with her murder as well. All told, he is currently serv...
Where is Harmony?
January 04, 2022 03:51 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBHarmony Montgomery was last seen at a home near the river city of Manchester in October 2019 when she was five years old, police said this week. Police received a missing person's report about her in the final week of December 2021. It is unclear why it took so long for her to be reported missing, but police say they are in contact with her relatives. Source material: https://patch.com/new-hampshire/bedford-nh/new-24-7-tip-line-missing-7-year-old-investigation-set?fbclid=IwAR0_a7_llTVeDd...
Where is Harmony, The Phantom of Heillbronn, and the US is Convicted of Genocide
January 04, 2022 03:51 - 30 minutes - 17.5 MBHarmony Montgomery was last seen at a home near the river city of Manchester in October 2019 when she was five years old, police said this week. Police received a missing person's report about her in the final week of December 2021. It is unclear why it took so long for her to be reported missing, but police say they are in contact with her relatives. Source material: https://patch.com/new-hampshire/bedford-nh/new-24-7-tip-line-missing-7-year-old-investigation-set?fbclid=IwAR0_a7_llTVeDd...
The West Memphis Three-Missing evidence found, Fawn Cox, and Craig Rowland
January 03, 2022 03:58 - 30 minutes - 17.5 MBIn 1993 three young boys, Chris Byers, Michael Moore and Steve Branch were murdered in West Memphis, Arkansas. Three teengaers. Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley Jr. and Jason Baldwin, known as the we memphis three, were convicted of the murders. During the trial, the prosecution asserted that the juveniles killed the children as part of a Satanic ritual. Missing evidence may shine new light on who really killed Chris, Michael and Steve Source material: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Me...
The West Memphis Three-Missing evidence found
January 03, 2022 03:58 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBIn 1993 three young boys, Chris Byers, Michael Moore and Steve Branch were murdered in West Memphis, Arkansas. Three teengaers. Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley Jr. and Jason Baldwin, known as the we memphis three, were convicted of the murders. During the trial, the prosecution asserted that the juveniles killed the children as part of a Satanic ritual. Missing evidence may shine new light on who really killed Chris, Michael and Steve Source material: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Me...
The Psychic Hour: Featuring Kelly McClain
December 31, 2021 03:59 - 1 hour - 36.9 MBPlease join us for a special edition of the Psychic Hour as we welcome our dear friend and astrologer Kelly McClain. Kelly has been hard at work breaking down the astrology of Chad Daybell, Lori Vallow, and Alex Cox and she is ready to share!
Livestream of Daybell Vallow Court Proceedings
December 29, 2021 18:10 - 48 minutes - 28 MBBelligerent turd circus back in court. Sorry Prior, you will have to be the sole ringmaster now, with Means DQ'd.
Mark Means Has Been Disqualified
December 29, 2021 04:03 - 46 minutes - 26.6 MBToday we face the end of an era. Throughout the Daybell/Vallow murder investigation and court Mark Means has brought us hilarity, hysteria and a whole of “huh?” with air quotes of course. The prosecution applied and the judge has complied, Mark Means has been disqualified. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd85RJRW6kn51aM2un6ButA/featured *Social Media Links* Facebook: www.facebook.com/truecrimeparanormalTPS Facebook Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2157744263...
Serial Killer In Florida?
December 27, 2021 18:50 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBAuthorities in Miami, Florida have arrested a suspected killer in Florida that is being accused of killing innocent homeless people as they lay sleeping. Real estate agent Willy Suarez Maceo has been arrested and charged with murder and attempted murder. Police suspect that this person could be a serial killer with more crimes than they are aware of currently. Katie and Kristi break it down and discuss the requirements for someone to be considered a serial killer. Source Material https://w...
Wednesday Night Case Updates with Katie and Kristi
December 23, 2021 03:42 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBMaxwell and Potter trials, Jessica Mast, Brent Brown, Cannibalism in Idaho, and DNA for the win. Don’t forget to check out Ana Luisa Jewelry for beautiful, sustainable jewelry. https://shop.analuisa.com/truecrimeparanormal
Cannibalism in Idaho
December 22, 2021 04:21 - 21 minutes - 9.89 MBJames David Russell was arrested this fall in the tiny town of Clark Fork, Idaho, and charged with the murder of 70-year-old David Flaget. After further investigation, prosecutors added a cannibalism charge, which carries with it the possibility of the death penalty. Source Material https://www.eastidahonews.com/2021/12/idaho-man-charged-with-murder-and-cannibalism-after-body-parts-found-in-microwave/?fbclid=IwAR1G4FHRfwii6w7J7OvMG9xbVcXFLrNtu_hcn_rE9UDukBco2ug9GJcP16Q https://lakeviewfun...
Will Mikell McKelvey Get Justice?
December 21, 2021 04:39 - 21 minutes - 9.96 MBThe night before Thanksgiving in 2020 Kell McKelvey snuck out of his grandparents house to meet a girl. His mom woke up a couple of hours later and realized he was missing. She tracked his phone with hers, to the parking lot of the Palmilla apartments. She found Kell laying face down on the pavement, he had been shot in the heart and was dead. A year later there has been no one arrested in his murder. Source Material https://www.thestate.com/news/charleston/article256427661.html?fbclid=...
The Shopping Cart Killer Has Been Apprehended
December 20, 2021 04:57 - 18 minutes - 8.49 MBAlleged serial killer, Anthony Robinson, has been apprehended in Virginia. Robinson is known as the shopping cart killer and has been linked to the deaths of at least four women. Source Material https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/sister-of-possible-shopping-cart-killer-victim-speaks-out/2913633/?fbclid=IwAR2O-8VH_jXFaztL39MJXWoKWsy0nCm4yDeP3wL1GPGo0OZUA_YcBetui8Q https://abcnews.go.com/US/shopping-cart-killer-linked-virginia-slayings-police/story?id=81819742&fbclid=IwAR0_vFvLbY7VaXF...
Justin Bianco is Still Missing
December 15, 2021 03:53 - 17 minutes - 8.03 MBJustin Bianco was living with his sister in May of this year when he left the house, and never returned. Justin’s family is so worried about him, there has been no information uncovered about his whereabouts or what may have happened to him. If you would like to contribute to our Secret Santa efforts, you can do so by via Venmo here: @katie-browerweaver Don’t forget to check out Ana Luisa Jewelry for beautiful, sustainable jewelry. https://shop.analuisa.com/truecrimeparanormal Source Ma...
Michael Vaughn Is Out There Somewhere
December 14, 2021 05:13 - 32 minutes - 18.4 MBThis darling boy is Michael Vaughn. Michael has been missing since July 27th from Fruitland Idaho. Initially, the search focused on local waterways, farmer's fields, neighbors, and even the family. After turning up nothing that would indicate that Michael had been lost or injured, the search has shifted to that of a possible abduction. Please study his beautiful face and call the Fruitland Idaho Sheriff's Department with any possible leads. As always, someone knows something. If you would l...
Delphi Murders Update
December 13, 2021 04:48 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBAbby Williams and Libby German were hiking at Delphi Historic Trails in Indiana when they went missing on February 13, 2017. Their bodies were found not far off the trail the next morning. There has been a recent break in this case involving a man named Kegan Anthony Cline, who had been catfishing young girls in 2017 under the username anthony_shots. Source Material https://www.the-sun.com/news/4231109/delphi-murder-mysteries-catfish-evidence-update-killer/ https://abc7chicago.com/delphi-...
Jade Wagon Never Gave Up On Her Sister
December 08, 2021 05:06 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBJade Wagon went missing on January 2, 2020, her body was found on January 21, 2020. Jade had refused to be silenced about the murder of her sister, Jocelyn Watt, one year prior to Jade’s disappearance. Jocelyn’s murder has not been solved. Jade’s death was ruled accidental due hypothermia by the FBI, but her mother believes she was murdered. Jade and Jocelyn were both members of the North Arapaho Tribe in Wind River, Wyoming. #MMIW Source Material https://people.com/crime/missing-wyoming-w...
Means gets...mean!
December 07, 2021 05:26 - 1 hour - 30.3 MBLots of new filings in the Daybell/Vallow matter. Mark Means alleges that Prosecutor Wood is behaving like an “insecure schoolyard bully,” among so many other things. Kirton McConkie responds to subpoenas by explaining what client attorney privilege is, and the State responds to Mr. Prior in the best way possible. Pop an advil and come along for the ride! Source Material https://coi.isc.idaho.gov/docs/case/CR22211624/120221Response%20and%20Objection%20to%20Motion%20for%20Contempt.pdf http...
Ethan Crumbley and His Parents-What we know now
December 06, 2021 05:15 - 39 minutes - 18 MBOn November 30th, 2021 Ethan Crumbley opened fire on students at his school, Oxford High in Michigan. Ethan is believed to have killed 4 students, injured six students and a teacher before the shooting was over. Ethan surrendered to the police. Ethan’s parents have been charged after police and prosecutors learned that they were aware of concerns with Ethan regarding written threats and had discovered a gun missing from their home. Source Material https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/03/us/michiga...
Vallow/Daybell Belligerent Turd Circus in Court
December 03, 2021 04:03 - 1 hour - 35.2 MBLivestream of Judge Boyce's court, discussing the trial date. At this point, they are scheduling Chad and Lori's trial to begin on January 9th, 2023.
Whispers From the Grave-Teresita Basa Solves Their Own Murder
December 01, 2021 04:47 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBTeresita Basa was murdered on February 21, 1977. Her body was found under a burning mattress in her apartment. Police had little to go on until Teresita herself provided the information needed to catch her murderer. Source Material https://www.historicmysteries.com/teresita-basa/?fbclid=IwAR3XQS0ZhTKaGFEDY2iaiAIuzvj6F7QItaHvwRrgQ6_92-e_FjhGIDbOO94 https://medium.com/@jennbaxter_69070/did-teresita-basa-solve-her-own-murder-bba7259e022 https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Teresita_Bas...
Pop Up Episode: The Prosecution Claps Back
December 01, 2021 01:33 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBThe State has responded to Mark Means allegations that the State, Department of Health and Welfare, and the LDS Church are conspiring against his client Lori Vallow, and it is a scorcher. We'll tell you all about it!
Missing and Murdered Women in Yakima
November 29, 2021 23:27 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MBDozens upon dozens of women have disappeared from the Yakima reservation in Washington. The reservation is 1.3 million acres including some remote and wild country. Poverty, a lack of resources, and jurisdictional issues all contribute to the growing problem there. Source Material https://www.thevanished.org/ https://indigenouspeoples-sdg.org/index.php/english/ttt/862-murdered-missing-and-mysterious-deaths-of-native-girls-and-women-on-or-near-the-yakama-reservation?fbclid=IwAR2G2kQhYguXu...
Randal Wells Gets Justice
November 29, 2021 05:34 - 21 minutes - 9.8 MBRandal Wells died on April 28, 2012 in what initially appeared to be a car accident. When Austin, TX police attended the accident they discovered a knife in Randal’s chest. His death was quickly connected to an altercation that occurred earlier in the day. Randal’s murderer was quickly identified as Hector Hugo Ramirez-Lopez. Police looked for Hector, but it soon became apparent that he had fled to Mexico. Tune in to find out how a true crime television show led to Hector turning himself in....
Victoria Marquina-Police have a suspect
November 24, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 8.62 MBVictoria Marquina has been missing since October 8th, 2019. She attended a college class that day, and then disappeared. Her car was found about an hour away from her home, abandoned. Police have a suspect in her case, but don’t have enough evidence to charge him. Victoria’s family is desperate for answers. Source Material: https://fox5sandiego.com/news/california-news/california-mom-continues-search-2-years-after-teen-daughter-goes-missing/ https://sacramento.cbslocal.com/2020/12/20/vict...
Potential Attempted Murder Charges in the Daybell Vallow Case
November 23, 2021 04:58 - 40 minutes - 18.3 MBCase update in the Daybell/Vallow murders. Insight into the attempted murder of Brandon Boudreaux, Melani Boudreaux Pawlowski’s police interview and potential attempted murder charges against Chad and Lori, and Alex Cox were he alive. Mark Means files an Objection to Legal Proceedings regarding scheduling the trial, even though Lori is still considered incompetent and the cases are still joined. Source Material: https://coi.isc.idaho.gov/docs/case/CR22211624/Objection%20to%20Legal%20Procee...
Haley Shell Needs Your Help
November 22, 2021 04:56 - 26 minutes - 14.9 MBHaley Nicole Shell went missing from Gassville Arkansas on October 1st, 2020. Though initially ruled a runaway, the state police have now officially deemed her a missing and endangered child. Haley's mother is working tirelessly to find answers about what happened to her daughter. Please join her Facebook page here to help out and get involved. https://www.facebook.com/groups/4403210379743524 Source Material: https://www.kait8.com/2021/10/20/arkansas-state-police-search-endangered-teen/ ...
How Social Media is Keeping Us Safe
November 17, 2021 05:03 - 41 minutes - 19 MBRecently a teenager was rescued from her kidnapper by showing a viral Tiktok hand signal to a passing motorist. Dozens of women have been saved from domestic violence situations by dialing 911 and ordering a pizza. Bars everywhere are adopting codes like Angel Shots to help keep their patrons safe. TikTok creators are putting out all kinds of creative audio to help people get out of potentially difficult situations. Katie and Kristi share many useful safety tips in this episode. Get 20% Of...
McMichael/Bryan Trial in the Murder of Ahmaud Arbery
November 16, 2021 04:53 - 29 minutes - 13.3 MBGregory McMichael, Travis McMichael and William Bryan are currently on trial for the murder of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia. The three men are accused of following Arbery as he was jogging, and shooting him as he tried to get away from them. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code truecrimeparanormal. Experience premium grooming with MANSCAPED. #sponsored Source Material: https://www.fox...
Trial of Accused Serial Killer Billy Chemirmir Starts Today
November 15, 2021 05:19 - 37 minutes - 17 MBOpening statements are set to begin Monday in the murder trial of Billy Chemirmir. Chemirmir is accused of killing at least 18 Elderly women in Texas between 2016 and 2018. The trial is focusing on The murder of 81-year-old Lu Thi Harris, who was killed in her home. Chemirmir is accused of smothering most of his victims, then stealing their jewelry. He focused heavily on retirement communities like the Tradition Prestonwood where multiple people were killed. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping...
Friday Pop Up with Katie: Noah and Amber Clare Have Been Kidnapped
November 13, 2021 01:51 - 20 minutes - 11.8 MBKatie shares more details in a current kidnapping case out of Kentucky and Tennessee. The abductor's name is Jacob Clare.
In Search of Ella Mae #MMIW
November 10, 2021 03:16 - 18 minutes - 8.61 MBElla Mae Begay disappeared from her home overnight on June 14, 2021 in Sweetwater, AZ. Ella Mae was 62 at the time, and had been very cautious about COVID-19. She had not been allowing anyone into her home. Ella Mae is well known as an accomplished pictorial rug weaver. A person of interest, Preston Tolth, has been named and is being held on unrelated charges. Ella Mae’s case is considered a homicide, but progress seems to have slowed. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimepa...
Daybell Murder Case Update
November 09, 2021 03:54 - 41 minutes - 19 MBNew filings in the Daybell/Vallow murder case. The prosecutor wants a hearing to discuss the cost of bringing in a sequestered jury vs moving the trial to Ada county. John Prior, counsel for Chad Daybell, files a voluminous motion asking for a hearing involving a mess Lori Vallow made. Just a reminder that this case is about Tylee, JJ and Tammy, and no legal shenanigans will ever change that. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off wi...
Georgia Tann Was a Monster
November 08, 2021 03:57 - 30 minutes - 14 MBGeorgia Tann operated a children's home in Memphis Tennessee from the '20s until 1950. During her time there, she stole and adopted out thousands of children, as well as abused and neglected many more. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code truecrimeparanormal. Experience premium grooming with MANSCAPED. #sponsored Source Material: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_Tann https...
Pop Up with Katie: John Eisenman Has Been Charged with First Degree Murder
November 07, 2021 04:17 - 26 minutes - 15.2 MBJohn Eisenman, 60, has been charged with 1st-degree murder after the body of 19-year-old Aaron Sorenson was found abandoned inside a car. Eisenman claims that Sorenson was her daughter's boyfriend, and had sold her into sex trafficking, resulting in the crime.
Robert Durst-His strange story finally comes to an end
November 03, 2021 04:06 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBRobert Durst has been indicted for murder in the death of his former wife, Kathie, who disappeared in 1982. Kathie’s family and friends have fought tirelessly to get justice for her. Durst, 78, was charged by a Westchester County Grand Jury in an indictment for murder. Durst was recently convicted of the murder of his friend, Susan Burman. He was also tried and acquitted of the murder of his neighbor, Morris Black. He was convicted of dismembering Black’s body, and served 5 years in prison...
They lived with their murdered brother's corpse for a year...
November 02, 2021 03:57 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBGloria Williams and Brian Coulter have been charged with multiple counts of abusing her children. Williams is charged with injury to a child by omission and tampering with evidence. Her bond is set at $900,000: $350,000 for injury to a child, $300,000 for tampering with evidence and $250,000 for injury by omission. Her boyfriend, 31-year-old Brian Coulter, is charged with 8-year-old Kendrick Lee's murder. His bond is set at $1 million. 3 of Gloria's children have been living alone in an...
Where is Isabella “Ariel” Kalua? #MMIW
November 01, 2021 03:19 - 19 minutes - 9.06 MBSix-year-old Isabella “Ariel” Kalua was last seen on Sunday September 12, 2021 in her Waimanalo home at approximately 9 pm. She is 3’3, Hawaiian/Mixed, weighs 46 lbs, has brown hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black leggings, colorful socks, and Nike slides with pink bottoms. When her parents awoke, the next morning, she was gone. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com a...
Julius Jones
October 30, 2021 04:51 - 19 minutes - 7.67 MBJulius Jones is scheduled tp be executed in Oklahoma on November 18, 2021, but he has a clemency hearing on November 1, 2021 to see if the court will uphold the parole board's decision to commute his sentence.
Mark Means Is At It Again!
October 28, 2021 19:29 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBIt seems that Lori's blue-eyed angel baby/attorney has a bee in his bonnet with his latest filing with the court. Katie and Kristi do their level best to break it down.
Olivia Lone Bear: Someone Knows Something #MMIW
October 27, 2021 03:45 - 20 minutes - 9.24 MBOlivia Lone Bear went missing on October 24, 2017 from New Town, North Dakota. On July 27, 2018 Olivia was found submerged in Lake Sakakawea, belted into the passenger side of the truck she had been driving. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code truecrimeparanormal. Experience premium grooming with MANSCAPED. #sponsored Source Material: https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/c...
Jennifer Schweiger, Andre Rand and Cropsey?
October 26, 2021 03:49 - 29 minutes - 13.3 MBJennifer Schweiger went missing on July 9th, 1987. Her community quickly mobilized to find her. Unfortunately, her body was found 35 days later, partially buried on the grounds of the defunct Willowbrook State School, Staten Island. A witness saw her walking with Andre Rand, a local man with a history of kidnapping children. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code truecrimeparanormal. E...
Where is Cleo Smith?
October 25, 2021 03:53 - 20 minutes - 9.61 MBCleo Smith has been missing since October 16th. Cleo was on holiday with her family in Western Australia at the blowholes campground. When her parents awoke around 6 a.m., Cleo was gone. So was her sleeping bag. She was wearing pink Pajamas. Her sleeping bag is gray and red. The Western Australian government has announced that they are offering a one million dollar reward for information that leads to Cleo's return. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscape...
True Crime Pop-Up: Elijah Lewis
October 24, 2021 02:59 - 15 minutes - 7.1 MBThe body of Elijah Lewis was found today. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code truecrimeparanormal at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code truecrimeparanormal. Experience premium grooming with MANSCAPED. #sponsored
Friday Pop Up with Katie- Answers for Linda O'Keefe
October 23, 2021 00:26 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBKatie lays out this decades-old case and the incredible conclusion. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/linda-okeefe-murder-police-twitter-campaign-48-hours/?fbclid=IwAR0qv1pSB0PlJc7S5A0h5gVSevBve78IMdSegxTbknKJfbk15op1QndsTSU
FBI Presser regarding remains found at Carleton Reserve
October 21, 2021 02:12 - 21 minutes - 9.79 MBHas Brian Laundrie been found?