True Crime Case Files

In this True Crime Case Files episode, we investigate the shocking murder of Clara Whitfield, an 18-year-old high school senior in Little Rock, Arkansas, who was brutally beaten with a baseball bat by her therapist, Dr. Lionel Graves. Discover the chilling details of Clara’s secret prescription pill addiction, her illegal and abusive relationship with her Jungian analyst, and the deadly chain of events that led to her death in August 2021. Follow the police investigation, forensic evidence, and digital detective work that exposed the predator, the courtroom trial, and the life-changing verdict. This true crime story delves into sexual exploitation, th...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Madeline “Linny” Mandelbaum, a 21-year-old college student from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, who was blackmailed into a throuple and tragically found dead in a staged overdose. This true crime case exposes manipulation, coercion, and control by Elena Hale-Anton and Lukas Hale-Anton, revealing a twisted web of blackmail, sexual exploitation, and parental involvement. Learn how police investigations, forensic evidence, and digital messages uncovered the truth behind Linny’s death, leading to an international manhunt and the arrest of her murderer in France. Follow the trial, verdict, and sentencing in this real-life Fort Lauderdale murder mystery and ex...

In this shocking true crime story from Aiken, South Carolina, 18-year-old high school senior Michael Pondley, a straight-A student, debate team captain, and Applebee’s server, is brutally murdered after secretly selling sex to older women in town. Just after midnight, his body is found in a secluded area behind the restaurant, shot 28 times in a rage-driven attack. The investigation uncovers a web of lies, affairs, and hidden sexual encounters involving Marianne Whitlow, the pastor’s wife; Reverend Daniel Whitlow; and ultimately Loretta Mayfield, a recently widowed grandmother whose health and life were devastated by sexually transmitted infections from Michael. Foll...

In August 2023, Brownsville, Tennessee was rocked by the shocking murder of Denise Harper-Caldwell, a self-made entrepreneur and owner of Harper Auto Group. Found dead at the bottom of her staircase, Denise’s death was staged to look like an accident, but investigators uncovered a chilling truth. Her husband, Johnson Caldwell, embezzled thousands from her business to secretly support her teenage daughter, Benjamina ‘Bennie’ Harper, and groomed her over time. Motivated by financial greed and sexual obsession, Johnson killed Denise to cover his crimes and inherit her fortune. Follow this true crime story of murder, betrayal, and family secrets, including police invest...

In March 2021, 18-year-old Lennaline “Lena” Price, a runaway teen struggling for stability in Acworth, Georgia, was brutally murdered just weeks after marrying 88-year-old Harold “Hal” Whitcombe. Her headless body was discovered in a dumpster near Highway 92, sparking one of Cobb County’s most shocking homicide investigations. Detectives uncovered a twisted web of sexual obsession, betrayal, and manipulation involving Whitcombe, his lovers, and Dr. Evelyn Hartwell, his psychiatrist, who was later arrested and convicted for the killing. Follow the full true crime story as we detail the investigation, forensic evidence, shocking motives, trial, and life after the verdict. True crime fans, murder mys...

In this shocking true crime case, a Tampa bachelor party in January 2022 ended in the brutal dismemberment of two young strippers, Kelsey Rourke and Alyssa “Lissie” Maynard. The victims, 18-year-old drifters from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, were last seen leaving Venus Mons strip club’s VIP room with the groom, Michael DeRosa. This true crime story follows the investigation, including dumpster discoveries, forensic evidence, cell phone tracking, and DNA analysis that led police to uncover the chilling motive: fear of exposure and reputation collapse. Follow the full investigation, arrest, trial, and conviction of DeRosa, as well as the lasting impact on vic...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Kimberley Hargreaves, a 29-year-old bride found murdered in Rochester, New York, on what was meant to be her midsummer wedding day in July 2022. This true crime case unravels the brutal killing with a power saw, a staged crime scene, and a chilling cover-up designed to implicate a suspected serial killer, Russell “Buddy” Morrow. Follow the investigation as police detectives, digital forensics, and GPS evidence reveal the horrifying truth: Kimberley’s fiancé, Harvey Hargreaves, killed her to hide a disturbing secret involving his sister. Explore the wedding day murder, the family drama, the police investi...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Paulette Whitaker, a 20-year-old Ohio State University psychology student whose promising life ended in tragedy in Columbus, Ohio, March 2019. Paulette was found dead in her campus dorm bathroom, initially ruled a suicide, but her parents’ persistence uncovered a horrifying college professor sex scandal. Investigators revealed a twisted plot of sexual coercion, blackmail, and murder involving Dr. Leonard Kline, a 76-year-old sociology professor, and Caleb Ross, a student and part-time IT aide. This gripping case exposes campus sexual exploitation, professor-student abuse of power, and a murder cover-up that shocked the nation. Follow the full in...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Elodie Martel, a 19-year-old international student and nanny in Tampa, Florida, whose life ended in a horrific family conspiracy. What began as a suspected overdose at an upscale golf club in January 2022 unfolded into a disturbing case of sexual exploitation, manipulation, and murder. Elodie had been secretly tracked and scored by her employers, the Hale family, including Gregory Hale, Lindsay Hale, and their son Jeremy, as part of a twisted “sex competition.” When she threatened to expose the abuse, all three conspired to strangle her and stage the scene to look like an acci...

A shocking true crime story unfolds in Scottsdale, Arizona, where a bitter custody battle ended in conspiracy, cover-ups, and murder. In July 2018, Marissa Lovell, a 42-year-old mother of three and former flight attendant, was found shot to death inside her million-dollar Gainey Ranch home. Investigators uncovered a chilling plot involving her husband, Daniel Lovell, and their teenage daughter, Auburn, who manipulated a hired killer, Raul Espinoza, to carry out the murder. This gripping case reveals family betrayal, emotional manipulation, and a meticulously planned crime, leading to arrests, a high-profile trial in 2022, and life-altering consequences for everyone involved.


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In this shocking true crime case from Midwest City, Oklahoma, follow the tragic story of Janna Cole, an 18-year-old high school senior and lead cheerleader, whose life was cut short in April 2018 when she was brutally murdered and strangled behind a Waffle House off I-40. This episode of True Crime Case Files uncovers the twisted web of secrets, including Janna’s scholarship to LSU, her secret relationship with an elderly woman, and the jealousy and rage of her boyfriend, Tyler Grant, who ultimately confessed to the crime. Hear about the police investigation, shocking twists, forensic evidence, cell tower data, and th...

Briony Pierce, a 19-year-old nursing student from Gilbert, Arizona, was brutally murdered on her birthday during a family trip to Flagstaff in July 2023, in a shocking case of obsession and step-sibling violence. Stabbed 72 times with a hunting knife and hidden beneath a hotel bed, Briony’s murder stunned the community and triggered a high-profile investigation involving her mother Karen Pierce, stepfather Mark Pierce, and stepbrother Elridge Pierce. This true crime story exposes the dark side of blended families, teenage obsession, and family conflict, while highlighting forensic investigation, hotel surveillance, and criminal psychology. Follow the investigation, confession, trial, and life after th...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Eleanor Whitcombe, an 87-year-old wealthy Virginia Beach matriarch, whose life of control, coercion, and hidden family secrets ended in a brutal murder in April 2022. This gripping episode of True Crime Case Files explores the twisted family dynamics, a secret sexual competition between daughters-in-law, and the dark power of wealth and manipulation. Follow detectives as they uncover shocking evidence, including a detailed spreadsheet tracking performance, leading to the shocking confession of Lena Whitcombe. Dive into this real-life murder mystery, filled with shocking twists, psychological abuse, and a high-stakes inheritance drama that stunned even seasoned...

Tragic true crime in Pasadena, Texas: Teenager Brookfield Moreland, 15, was shot and killed in her own home in July 2019 in a shocking case of manipulation and murder. Her mother, Karol Moreland, orchestrated a secret plot, using family friend Evan Brooks, 18, to carry out the deadly plan, which resulted in the unintended death of her daughter. This true crime story explores family betrayal, shocking secrets, coercion, and a hidden affair that turned deadly. Follow the investigation, the shocking twists uncovered by police, the courtroom trial, and the sentencing of Karol Moreland and Evan Brooks. True crime fans will find this Pasadena...

In this shocking true crime episode of True Crime Case Files, we investigate the tragic South Bend, Indiana school shooting where a first-grade student tragically killed beloved teacher Taylor Shore in April 2022. Discover the full story behind this classroom murder, including the hidden family secrets, affair, and pregnancy that led to the unthinkable, the investigation by Detectives Maria Salgado and Ron Pretlow, and the shocking role of Danny Malley, the boy’s father, who orchestrated the crime. We explore child endangerment, solicitation of a minor to commit murder, and the courtroom drama that followed, including the trial, verdict, and sentencing.

In this shocking True Crime Case, we uncover the brutal murder of Lisa Armstrong, an eight-months-pregnant woman from Fairfax, Virginia, who was slashed to death in her own kitchen by her husband, Ethan Armstrong. Just six days after the killing, Ethan married his mistress, Saylor Whitmore, sparking national outrage and making headlines in Virginia crime news. This detailed investigation covers the police investigation, the discovery of Lisa’s body, the role of T.J. McClure, the biological father of her unborn baby, and the evidence that led to Ethan’s arrest, including cell tower data, bloody shoe prints, and incriminating text...

Discover the chilling true crime story of a teenager involved in a dangerous cult that led to the violent murder of his entire family in Omaha, Nebraska. In this episode of True Crime Case Files, we dive deep into the Hanigan family massacre, exploring the lives of victims Marla, Dan, and Claire Hanigan, the investigation by detectives Elena Morrow and Brian Lindell, and the shocking role of Rational Personality Management (RPM). Learn how teen cult indoctrination, online radicalization, and extremist pseudo-psychology groups can influence vulnerable youth. We follow the police hunt across the Midwest and West, the arrest of Joshua...

Explore the shocking true crime story of the racially charged revenge killing of Officer Bradley Mercer in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. In March 2021, Mercer, a 39-year-old traffic cop with a controversial record, was shot and killed in a Cracker Barrel restroom, sparking a nationwide investigation. This case exposes deep racial tensions, police misconduct claims, and the role of secret online forums in radicalizing a young man, Devin Mallory, who later confessed to the murder. Follow the full investigation, the high-profile trial, jury mistrials, and the life-altering aftermath for Mercer’s family, the police department, and the community. If you’re i...

Uncover the shocking true crime story of Tyler “Ty” Rollins, the 18-year-old high school lacrosse star from Olathe, Kansas, whose life ended in a brutal murder in July 2022. Ty, a Stanford-bound scholar, was found drugged and burned in his own backyard, revealing a secret affair with a 58-year-old housewife, Rebecca Kirwan. Follow the gripping investigation as detectives uncover deleted text messages, digital evidence, and cell tower data, track multiple suspects including family and classmates, and reconstruct the chilling events that led to Ty’s death. This true crime case explores jealousy, betrayal, and premeditated murder in a quiet suburban neighborhood, culmin...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Claire Milton, a devoted mother in Orinda, California, who was brutally murdered by her husband, Michael Milton, in April 2019. This chilling case involves blunt-force trauma, a staged accident, and an attempt to frame his mentally disabled daughter, Lysette Milton, for the crime. Explore the investigation led by Detectives Nora Bering and Calvin Rusk, the uncovering of Michael’s secret coercive relationship with the family gardener, and the critical role of home-security camera footage in solving the murder.


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In Lake Delton, Wisconsin, what was supposed to be a joyful wedding turned into one of the state’s most shocking true crime cases. On June 22, 2018, six members of the Fontaine family, including the bride Marissa Fontaine, were brutally murdered in a wedding massacre at the Lake Delton Community Lodge, executed by masked gunmen. Investigators uncovered a twisted plot orchestrated by the groom, Robert Laramie, enraged over infidelity, who hired career criminal Leon Mancuso and an unidentified accomplice to carry out the attack. The case involved execution-style killings, a bizarre post-mortem body dump, financial trails, and shocking courtroom testimony during th...

Discover the shocking true crime case of Roberta Krawiec, a 42-year-old Michigan mother brutally beaten to death by her husband, Derek Krawiec, in Big Rapids, Michigan. This domestic abuse murder shocked the quiet college town in March 2022, exposing a chilling world of coercive control, family secrets, and bribery to cover up violence. Follow the investigation as detectives uncover Derek’s hidden online fetish group, his payments to family members to lie, and the harrowing testimony of his son Evan Krawiec. From the crime scene investigation and police interrogation to the controversial murder trial and Derek’s eventual freedom, this true crim...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Marilynn Hartenstein-Harrington, a 38-year-old mother of four from Coral Gables, Florida, who was brutally murdered in November 2019 after uncovering a secret affair between her husband, Jonathan Harrington, and her father, Edward Hartenstein. In this gripping episode of True Crime Case Files, we detail the chilling investigation, the bloody murder in a Pollo Tropical drive-thru, the shocking family secrets, and the high-profile trial, confession, and 40-year prison sentence. Follow the full story of betrayal, hidden relationships, and a father-in-law’s shocking secret, including the psychological investigation, forensic evidence, and courtroom drama that captured the at...

In this gripping episode of True Crime Case Files, we explore the shocking murder of teenage girl Marley Kerr in Lexington, Kentucky, and the twisted obsession of her stepbrother Caleb Miller. Marley, an 18-year-old high school senior and aspiring nurse, was found strangled and trampled in a wooded clearing just days before her graduation in June 2020. The investigation uncovered a blended family full of tension, troubled stepbrothers, and chilling evidence, including candid photos and a journal detailing Caleb’s obsession. Follow along as Lexington police detectives piece together the timeline, interrogate suspects, and ultimately uncover the horrifying truth.

In this episode of True Crime Case Files, we investigate the shocking Fort Myers murder of Raymond “Ray” Alpert, a 45-year-old mechanic found shot six times in his own home in June 2021. Discover how Ray’s secret relationships, including his involvement with his son Evan’s girlfriend, led to family betrayal, teen homicide, and a tragic shooting. Hear the full timeline of the investigation as detectives uncover text messages, digital evidence, and hidden confessions, and follow Evan Alpert’s arrest, trial, and 28-year prison sentence. This real-life true crime story explores emotional abuse, family drama, teenage rage, and murder in Florida, m...

In this shocking true crime story, we uncover how husband Chris Delaney brutally murdered millionaire wife Sabrina Coulson in Alpharetta, Georgia, to pursue a forbidden relationship with his teenage stepson Ethan. Discover the full details of this family murder case, including the sledgehammer attack, staged crime scene, and chilling sexual abuse and manipulation. Follow the investigation by Detectives Lauren Schaeffer and Marcus Hill, the digital forensics evidence, and the dramatic trial and life sentence. This true crime case file exposes betrayal, financial greed, and taboo relationships in suburban America, perfect for fans of unsolved crimes, murder mysteries, criminal investigations, and...

In this shocking true crime case, 18-year-old Madison “Layton” Walberg from Hannibal, Missouri is brutally murdered by her older lover, 66-year-old Lawrence “Larry” Benton, a predatory AA member and retired trucker. Follow the investigation as police uncover DNA evidence, cell tower data, and hidden AA recordings that reveal Larry’s manipulative behavior and obsession with vulnerable girls. This teen murder case exposes the dangers of predators in recovery programs, underage sexual abuse, and 13th-stepping in AA meetings. Hear the story of the crime scene discovery, intense police interrogations, the shocking trial in June 2024, and the ultimate life sentence for Larry Benton. Su...

In this shocking true crime case, influencer mother Tessa Alder from Utica, New York was arrested and convicted for the poisoning death of her 13-year-old son, Garten Alder, in May 2025. Garten, who suffered from multiple medical conditions, was drugged and overfed sugar through his feeding tube in a calculated plot to create viral online content for her 118,000-follower parenting account and pursue sponsorship deals. This episode of True Crime Case Files examines the investigation, including suspicious nurses, family warnings, online manipulation, and Munchausen syndrome by proxy, and follows the police investigation, shocking trial, guilty verdict, and life after sentencing. Discover...

In this gripping true crime case, 18-year-old Jesse James Holden of Navasota, Texas is brutally murdered after discovering he had contracted rare STDs from his married lover, Pastor Matthew Covington. This shocking murder investigation uncovers hidden affairs, secret church scandals, and a violent handsaw killing that rocked the small town in November 2024. Follow the step-by-step police investigation, the interrogation of suspects including Jesse’s mother Melissa Holden and best friend Cody “Bull” Ramirez, and the eventual arrest, trial, and sentencing of Pastor Covington. Discover how the true crime story unfolded, the forensic evidence that solved the case, and the lasting impact...

Tragedy struck in Dubuque, Iowa when neonatal nurse Kelly Kellerman was brutally murdered in her own garage by her husband, Ty Kellerman, after she discovered his long-term affair with her sister, Erica Matthews. This shocking true crime story reveals a tangled web of family betrayal, secret affairs, and domestic violence in a quiet river town. Follow the investigation as police uncover cell tower evidence, witness statements, and confessions, leading to Ty’s arrest and conviction for first-degree murder. Learn how Kelly’s foster children, coworkers, and the community coped with this heartbreaking case of murder, deception, and family drama. Perfect for...

In Corsicana, Texas, during October 2023, tragic events unfolded when teenage football star Caleb “Cale” Dupree was murdered by his obsessed high school teacher, Lila Winford. This shocking true crime case reveals the dangerous consequences of teacher-student harassment, boundary violations, and school staff negligence at Corsicana High School. Follow the investigation as detectives uncover blunt-force murder with a metal paperweight, trace Cale’s final messages, and expose a secret school culture nicknamed “Heartbreak High”. Explore the police investigation, the high-profile trial, courtroom drama with shocking testimony, and the aftermath for Cale’s family, the accused teacher, and the school community. If you’re fasci...

In April 2022, rising Charleston TikTok star Marlette “Mari” Cutter was found dead in her James Island apartment, strangled with a silk bathrobe cord, in a shocking true crime influencer murder case. Known for her dramatic cut-crease eyeshadow looks, chaotic “get ready with me” livestreams, and fake Stage IV cancer posts, Mari had secretly planned to expose CeciGlam CEO Cecily Marston for selling lead-contaminated foundation. The case exposed social media obsession, online deception, and digital stalking, as Mari faked illness to stalk her ex-husband while Cecily, fearing a viral scandal, killed her. Follow the full investigation, arrest, and trial of Cecily Marston...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Douglas “Doug” Clarkson, an Alabama HVAC technician shot dead on the toilet by his wife, Tara Clarkson, in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, in October 2021. This bizarre Southern domestic homicide reveals a tangled web of family secrets, betrayal, and custody battles involving Doug’s mother, Lorraine Clarkson, and family friend, Pastor Dale Robeson. From the infamous Macy’s shoplifting incident to Tara’s emotional breakdown and tearful confession, this real-life murder case exposes the dark side of suburbia, the consequences of deception, and one family’s tragic downfall. Hear the full true crime story of murder, cust...

In this true crime episode, we dive into the chilling case of Haley Rasmussen, an 18-year-old high school senior who went missing in Mound, Minnesota in August 2019 after a breakup with her boyfriend. Discover the shocking investigation that revealed her father, Nick Rasmussen, a volunteer firefighter and handyman, as the killer, using digital catfishing to control his daughter and ultimately strangling her at Lake Minnetonka. We explore the roles of key suspects, Ethan and Marianne Miller, forensic evidence including DNA and Haley’s recovered jewelry, and the emotional trial in February 2023 where the jury deliberated for 40 hours, resulting in a 40-y...

Newlywed nurse Megan Jensen and her five-year-old son Prester vanished mysteriously during their honeymoon cruise aboard the Majestic Coral in June 2023, 60 miles off the coast of Galveston, Texas. Despite extensive investigations by the FBI and Coast Guard, their bodies were never recovered. Suspicion quickly fell on Megan’s husband, Ethan Jensen, a Houston car dealership owner drowning in debt, who was secretly cheating with multiple women on the ship and had taken out a $1.5 million life insurance policy on Megan shortly before the wedding. The case involved digital forensics, hidden videos, and witness accounts revealing Ethan’s infidelity and possible moti...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Richard “Rick” Danner, a self-made millionaire realtor from Montara, California, who was brutally murdered by his own son and manipulative young wife in November 2021. This real-life murder case exposes a twisted tale of affair, betrayal, and greed, as Rick’s son Blake and stepmother Soraya conspired to kill him after he discovered their secret relationship. From the blunt-force trauma and arson that destroyed evidence to the shocking trial, conviction, and sentencing, this true crime story reveals every chilling detail of one of California’s most infamous family murders.


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Uncover the shocking true crime story of Peggy Ellsworth, the 73-year-old widow brutally murdered in a Wendy’s bathroom in Indianapolis in April 2019. This gripping cold case went unsolved for nearly four years until genetic genealogy led police to Kyle Monroe, a 24-year-old warehouse worker, who confessed to killing Peggy over a locked restroom door in a moment of rage. Explore the twists and turns of the investigation, including online harassment, secret relationships, and drug trafficking at the fast-food restaurant, as detectives piece together the shocking events. This true crime documentary, featuring DNA evidence, police interrogation, and court trial details, hi...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Kayla Murdoch, a single mother of four from Sanford, Florida, who was murdered in March 2022 after uncovering the dark secrets of the multi-level marketing company Glow Within Solutions™. Kayla, desperate to rebuild her life, became entangled in the MLM’s fraudulent schemes and was catfished by co-founder Vincent DeLuca, who posed as a fake investor named “Aaron Cole.” This gripping true crime case reveals betrayal, MLM scams, catfishing, and murder, as police investigated suspects including Kayla’s ex-boyfriend and brother before finally arresting Vincent. Follow the investigation, arrest, and high-profile trial in 2024, where justice wa...

Discover the shocking true crime story of the Landers-Donahue family massacre in Schaumburg, Illinois, where a baby’s baptism party turned deadly in August 2018. Five family members, including Mary Louise Landers-Donahue, her parents, sister, and visiting aunt, were shot execution-style while a single infant survived unharmed. The investigation revealed a chilling plot orchestrated by husband Derek Donahue and his mistress Natalie Ruiz, involving murder for life insurance, divorce, and custody motives. Police uncovered gunshot residue, surveillance footage, and phone records, while Derek even tried to frame his 10-year-old son. Follow the step-by-step true crime investigation, police interrogation, courtroom trial, and se...

Discover the shocking true crime story of Serena Fontaine, the Pompano Beach psychic and mother of four, who was murdered by her father, Robert Kincaid, after uncovering his secret relationship with her stepbrother, Tyler Kincaid. Set in Marina Vista, Florida, January 2024, this case involves family betrayal, shocking secrets, and a brutal home murder. Follow the investigation by Pompano Beach Police, the forensic evidence, and the high-profile trial of Robert Kincaid, where self-defense claims and alleged jury bribery stirred controversy.


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