Murder Mystery

In the peaceful and simple Amish community, crime is almost unheard of. However, in 1993, the tranquility of Rockdale Township in Pennsylvania turned into a nightmare. Edward Gingerich, the first Amish man on record to commit murder in over two centuries, brutally killed his wife in a manner so shocking it stunned even the most experienced investigators. This story is not just about murder, but also about neglected mental illness, misguided beliefs, and a community that rejected the modern world to the point of losing one of its own.
In this episode, you will learn how cultural pressure and resistance...

What if a tiny memory card held the key to one of Alaska’s most horrifying murder cases? In 2019, a woman stumbled upon an SD card — inside were graphic recordings of a brutal killing. When investigators followed the trail, they uncovered the shocking truth: Brian Steven Smith, a friendly hotel worker and YouTuber, was living a double life as a sadistic serial killer who documented his own crimes.
In this episode, you’ll learn how one small piece of evidence exposed a monster hiding in plain sight, the stories of his victims Kathleen Henry and Veronica Abouch, and how justic...

On the morning of December 31st, 2000, Setsuko Miyazawa walked into her son’s home in Tokyo—only to uncover one of Japan’s most horrifying crime scenes. Her entire family — Mikio, Yasuko, and their two children — had been brutally murdered. What followed shocked investigators: the killer didn’t flee. Instead, he stayed for hours, eating ice cream, using their computer, and even leaving unflushed evidence behind. With mountains of DNA, fingerprints, and clothing left at the scene, this case should have been easily solved.

When the Magad family welcomed an orphaned girl named Janice into their home, they thought they were giving her the gift of love and a second chance at life. But kindness turned to horror when Janice’s jealousy and obsession with belonging led to one of the most gruesome and shocking murder cases in Philippine history. Her story eerily mirrors the movie Orphan (2009) — except this time, it wasn’t fiction.
In this episode, you’ll learn how a desperate Facebook post became the first sign of tragedy, how chilling forensic evidence revealed the truth, and how a 17-year-old girl orchestr...

In the early hours of August 15, 1967, Canada was rocked by one of the most horrific tragedies in its history—the Peterson family massacre in Shell Lake. Nine family members were brutally murdered by a man named Victor Hoffman, who had just been released from a mental hospital. Hoffman claimed to hear demonic voices commanding him to kill. He believed he was carrying out a divine mission to exterminate the devil himself. From mystical visions to uncontrollable urges to kill, this story reveals the darkest side of the human soul and how the mental health system of the 1960s failed to re...

In 2006, the small town of Medicine Hat, Alberta, was rocked by the most shocking tragedy in modern Canadian history: the Richardson family massacre. At the center of the case was Jasmine Richardson, a 12-year-old girl who was entangled in a forbidden relationship with Jeremy Steinke, a 23-year-old man consumed by dark obsession. Together, the two planned and carried out the brutal murders of Jasmine's family—killing her father, mother, and 8-year-old brother. This story is not just a crime, but a reflection of how forbidden love, manipulation, and psychological darkness can destroy a family that appears perfect from the outside.

In 1996, Arkansas witnessed one of the most disturbing crimes in American true crime history. The Müller family – William, Nancy, and their 8-year-old daughter Sarah – were tortured and murdered by two men posing as FBI agents. But behind the horror lay something even darker: a white supremacist network where violence was a way of life. From a child being tortured to bodies discovered in a bayou, this case was not just about robbery—it was about ideology taken to deadly extremes.

In this episode, you’ll learn how the investigation exposed Chevie Kehoe and Daniel Lewis Lee, how their ext...

On a quiet Sunday morning after prom night in 1989, four members of the Pelly family were found brutally murdered inside their parsonage home in Lakeville, Indiana. Reverend Robert Pelly, his wife Dawn, and two young stepdaughters were killed. Suspicion quickly fell on 17-year-old Jeff Pelly, who had gone to prom that night and seemed carefree. With missing murder weapons, conflicting witness statements, and a questionable investigation, the case remains one of the most controversial in Indiana’s history.

Over four decades ago, the Bennett family in Aurora, Colorado, faced a night of unimaginable horror. Bruce, Deborah, and their young daughter Melissa were brutally murdered with a hammer, while 3-year-old Vanessa survived against all odds. Investigators collected footprints, DNA, and disturbing crime scene details, but forensic science at the time was too limited to solve the case.

Sometimes, the darkest evil hides behind the most respected faces. Vincent Brothers was a beloved vice principal, but in July 2003, that image was shattered when five members of the Harper family—including a six-week-old infant—were brutally murdered in their Bakersfield, California home. From carefully planned alibis and thousands of miles driven, to the shocking clue of dead insects, this case became one of the most chilling stories in American true crime history.

On May 26th, 1896, the quiet McGlincy family farm in Campbell, California turned into the scene of one of the most horrifying massacres in American true crime history. James Dunham—son-in-law of the family—murdered his wife, mother-in-law, maid, stepfather, and brother-in-law in a frenzy of violence. Only one survived: a newborn baby. That night, the flickering lights of the farmhouse hid a nightmare of axes, gunshots, and screams.
In this episode, you’ll uncover how James carefully prepared his crime, the chilling motive behind the massacre, and how he vanished without a trace despite a $43,000 bounty “dead or alive.” This story...

Behind the quiet life of an English village lies Benjamin Field—a man who appears friendly, religious, and caring. However, behind his demeanor, he is a master manipulator who uses love, religion, and false concern to destroy two of his neighbors: writer and academic Peter Farquhar, and Anne Moore-Martin, a lonely retired teacher. From gaslighting, drugs, to the deception of “voices from God,” he does it all for money and power. This story shows how someone who appears “normal” can hide a cold, psychopathic side.

During the Christmas season of 1959, the happy Walker family in Osprey, Florida, fell victim to one of the most brutal and baffling tragedies in American criminal history. Christine Walker, a loving young mother, was the first target when an unknown intruder attacked and shot her. Shortly thereafter, Cliff Walker arrived home with their two young children, Jimmy and Debbie, only to be ambushed by the perpetrator. What should have been a joyful evening turned into a bloody nightmare that shattered the entire family. The mystery deepened when personal belongings went missing, DNA evidence was found, and the family dog did...

In Nashville, the city of music, young couple William Lanway and Holly Williams met a shocking and brutal end. Behind Holly’s double life as “Lea Love” and Lanway’s troubled past, authorities uncovered the involvement of Austin millionaire Eric Mond, who hired ex-Marines and private security personnel to cover up his secret affair—by eliminating the couple.

In this episode, you’ll learn how a wealthy businessman orchestrated a murder-for-hire plot, the chilling details of how Lanway and Williams were hunted down, and how the FBI cracked the case through digital footprints, wire transfers, and a damning recorded pho...

In April 2011, France was shaken by a chilling tragedy when Agnès Dupont de Ligonnès and her four children were found dead, buried under the family’s back porch. Their husband and father, Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès, a descendant of French aristocracy, vanished without a trace and quickly became the prime suspect. Dubbed the House of Terror, this case remains one of the most haunting unsolved mysteries in modern French history.

In this episode, you’ll learn how a picture-perfect aristocratic family crumbled into horror, the suspicious farewell letters Xavier left behind, and the many theories about w...

In December 1987, Arkansas was shaken by one of the deadliest family massacres in U.S. history. Ronald Jean Simmons, a decorated military veteran, murdered 16 people within seven days, including 14 members of his own family. From a shocking incest scandal, the isolated Mockingbird Hill property, to his chillingly calm execution, this case remains one of the most brutal examples of family annihilation ever recorded.
In this episode, you’ll learn how a father turned into a monster, what drove him to carry out the massacre, and how justice was ultimately delivered through lethal injection. We’ll also uncover chilling details—from h...

On Christmas Eve 2008, the Ortega family's joy in Covina, California, turned into a nightmare. A man dressed as Santa Claus entered their home, shot them, and then burned the family celebration to the ground. In an instant, nine lives were lost and a community was shattered by unimaginable brutality. Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, the family's former son-in-law, left a trail of horror that still haunts them to this day.
In this episode, you will learn shocking details about the Covina Massacre—how Pardo's dark plan was hatched over months, how the Ortega family fought to save themselves, and how the su...

Christopher Wilder, a wealthy playboy with flashy Porsches and expensive cameras, seemed like a ticket to fame for many young aspiring models. But behind the glamorous façade hid a predator now known as the Beauty Queen Killer. In 1984, Wilder prowled malls, beauty pageants, and city streets across America, luring young women with promises of stardom, only to kidnap, torture, and murder them. From Teresa Gonzalez to Elizabeth Kenyon, many victims vanished without a trace, their fate still shrouded in mystery.


In this episode, you’ll discover how one man weaponized dreams into deadly traps, how the FBI...

The case of Courtney Clenney and Christian Obumseli is a chilling true crime story that feels more like a Hollywood thriller than reality. Courtney, a glamorous OnlyFans model with over 2 million followers, was accused of fatally stabbing her boyfriend, Christian, a young crypto trader, inside their luxury Miami condo. What seemed like a picture-perfect life unraveled into a toxic mix of love, jealousy, and violence—ending in tragedy. Shockingly, Courtney’s parents were also arrested, accused of tampering with key evidence.
In this episode, you’ll uncover the dark truth behind their relationship, the disturbing elevator footage, and the forens...

This episode explores the tragic case of Kenya Monge, a 19-year-old who vanished in downtown Denver in 2011. What started as a night out with friends turned into a nightmare when Kenya left the club intoxicated and never returned. Her family’s desperate search uncovered a disturbing connection to Travis Forbes—a repeat offender with a violent past—who would later be tied not only to Kenya’s disappearance but also to the brutal attempted murder of survivor Lydia Tillman.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Kenya’s loved ones fought tirelessly for answers, how Forbes manipulated and evaded suspi...

On the night of August 31st, 2020, 32-year-old Lorraine Cox went out with friends in Exeter, UK. What should have been a joyful reunion after months of lockdown turned into a nightmare. Walking home alone, Lorraine became the target of Azam Mangori, an illegal immigrant from Iraq living above a kebab shop. CCTV captured him trailing her through the city center before she disappeared. Days later, the horrifying truth emerged—Lorraine’s dismembered remains were found hidden in bin bags and scattered in woodland.
In this episode, you’ll discover how CCTV footage and digital forensics became the silent witnesses that e...

The case of Gypsy Rose Blanchard shocked America with a story almost too twisted to believe. From being forced into a wheelchair, fitted with a feeding tube, and told she suffered from countless illnesses—her life was carefully staged by her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard. Suffering from Munchausen by Proxy, Dee Dee deceived doctors, charities, and even celebrities, all while keeping Gypsy trapped in a prison of fabricated illnesses. But this elaborate lie ended in tragedy when Gypsy and her boyfriend, Nicholas Godejohn, plotted Dee Dee’s brutal murder.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Dee Dee built...

This story is like something out of a thriller movie. Steven McDaniel, a law graduate who failed the bar exam multiple times, initially appeared to be just a quiet man with a bleak future. However, in June 2011, everything changed when his neighbor and classmate at Mercer University, Lauren Giddings, was found brutally murdered. Her body was mutilated, and parts of it were discarded in trash bins. The revelations that followed were even more shocking: McDaniel had been stalking Lauren for a long time, even secretly recording her before committing the heinous murder.
In this episode, you will learn how...

In March 2015, the quiet town of Longmont, Colorado was shaken to its core by an unthinkable crime. Michelle Wilkins, a 26-year-old woman who was seven months pregnant, answered a Craigslist ad for baby clothes. What seemed like a harmless meeting quickly turned into a nightmare when Dynel Lane—who had faked her own pregnancy—brutally attacked Michelle and attempted to steal her unborn child. Michelle barely survived, but her baby girl, whom she planned to name Aurora, tragically did not.
In this episode, you’ll uncover the chilling details behind the “Craigslist Baby Clothes Trap,” learn how Michelle found the streng...

Mick Philpott was once infamous as the father of 17 children in England, but behind the headlines lay a disturbing truth. From the brutal stabbing of his teenage girlfriend to years of abusing women and exploiting the welfare system, Philpott’s toxic life spiraled into tragedy. On May 11, 2012, his twisted plan to burn down his own house in a custody battle went horribly wrong—claiming the lives of six of his children.
In this episode, you’ll discover how Philpott manipulated partners, deceived the public, and used his children as pawns in a deadly game for money and control. We’ll uncov...

The small town of Moscow, Idaho, had gone seven years without a single murder, its reputation built on peace and safety. But in the early hours of November 13, 2022, that calm was shattered when four University of Idaho students were brutally murdered in their off-campus home. The case soon gripped national attention—not only for its horror but also because the suspect was Bryan Kohberger, a criminology PhD student.
In this episode, you’ll learn how investigators unraveled the mystery—from tracing a white Hyundai Elantra and analyzing DNA on a knife sheath to uncovering Kohberger’s digital footprint. You’ll also di...

In 2010, the small town of Saintsville was shaken by a horrifying scandal when Angela’s lifeless body was discovered in the basement of her home. What was first believed to be a tragic accident during a BDSM encounter soon unraveled into something far darker: the hidden trail of a respected priest, Father Michael O’Reilly. From the confessional booth to the courtroom, this case revealed a forbidden affair, suppressed desires, and a murder no one ever imagined could come from such a revered figure.
In this episode, you’ll learn how police investigations, forensic evidence, and key witness testimonies slowly...

The Craig family seemed perfect in suburban Aurora, Colorado—a harmonious marriage, six children, and a thriving dental practice. But behind James Craig’s smile lay debt, infidelity, and a sinister plan. His wife, Angela Craig, fell mysteriously ill for two long weeks. To the public, James appeared as a loving husband, while secretly he was mixing deadly poisons. From eye drops to cyanide, he carefully plotted a slow, calculated murder—driven by an illicit affair and his own image.
In this episode, you’ll discover how digital evidence—online search history, poison orders on Amazon, and personal text messages—e...

In the summer of 2024, the village of Tavşantepe in Diyarbakır, Turkey, was shaken by a horrifying tragedy. An 8-year-old girl, Narin Güran, vanished after returning from her Qur’an lessons. For 19 days, villagers and rescue teams searched tirelessly, until Narin’s body was finally discovered in the river, wrapped in a sack weighed down with stones. This discovery opened a Pandora’s box—not just about a missing child, but of family scandal, betrayal, conspiracy, and deliberate attempts to sabotage the search. Shocking revelations followed—from DNA traces found in her uncle’s car, to a neighbor’s paid testimony...

In this gripping episode, we uncover the chilling case of Lucy Letby, a seemingly ordinary neonatal nurse who was convicted as the most prolific child serial killer in modern British history. We delve into the shocking series of infant deaths and collapses at the Countess of Chester Hospital, which for a year went unnoticed, dismissed by hospital management as mere "coincidences." We explore the cold, calculated methods Letby used to murder and harm the fragile babies in her care, from injecting air to poisoning with insulin, all in a manner designed to evade detection.

You'll learn about the...

The life of Mia Thompson, a cheerful web developer and the wife of a successful entrepreneur named Jack, seemed perfect. Yet, behind that beautiful facade, a web of lies, illegal debt, and a horrifying affair was hidden. When Mia began to suspect her husband, she hired a private investigator to uncover the truth—a step that tragically became the catalyst for her brutal murder. This episode will dismantle all the secrets Jack hid, from his involvement in a crime syndicate to his affair with Mia's best friend.
In this episode, you will learn how professional jealousy and personal betrayal ca...

Ellie Mitt, a 19-year-old girl, was known for her enthusiasm and ambition to become a singer. However, her life ended tragically after being betrayed by her own father, who sold her to Elazar Marshall Doy, a 65-year-old retired pastor. Two months after the controlling and manipulative “marriage,” Ellie was found dead with a leather belt wrapped around her neck near the railroad tracks. The facts that came to light—from family betrayal and shattered dreams to the revelation of Ellie's pregnancy—shook the small community of Jessup.
In this episode, you will learn how a combination of greed, blind trust, a...

This story centers on Henry Sullivan, a contractor known as a model citizen, but who harbors past wounds that shape his hatred toward others. His encounter with Naomi Johnson—a single mother struggling to feed her children—turns into a chain of events full of manipulation, suffering, and ultimately a deadly confrontation. Shocking revelations from this case uncover the dark side hidden behind the sweet facade of a small town.
In this episode, you will learn how past trauma can breed deadly hatred, how Naomi fights against degradation for her children, and how a voice recording becomes the trigger for...

Daniel Perez, a 26-year-old Venezuelan immigrant, was caught in a relationship with Maria Evans, the wife of an influential banker named Robert. The affair, which initially served as an escape for two lonely souls, eventually turned into a trigger for anger that led to a brutal murder. Unique facts emerged: from CCTV footage that exposed Robert's false alibi to hateful messages that revealed his dark side towards immigrants.
In this episode, you will learn how love, prejudice, and social prestige can combine to trigger a bloody tragedy. We will discuss how this case exposed the hidden tensions in a...

On March 6, 2023, Manhattan was shocked by the discovery of the body of millionaire Robert Caldwell in his luxurious penthouse. Initially suspected to be a heart attack, the autopsy results revealed a shocking truth: he had been poisoned. Behind this story emerges the figure of Lisa Thompson, the “perfect” housewife across the street, who was secretly involved in a manipulative affair with Robert. What began as an affair at a neighborhood party escalated into a dangerous game that ended in death.
In this episode, you will learn how Lisa managed her two lives, deceived her husband, seduced Robert, and pushed him...

Behind the quiet life of suburban Sacramento stands the seemingly harmonious Miller family home: David Miller, his wife Sarah, and their son Brandon. However, behind this neat facade, conflict quietly simmers. The tension between Brandon and his stepmother escalates into a dark hatred. One morning, neighbors discover Sarah’s lifeless body lying in the backyard—and the family’s dark secret is revealed.
In this episode, you will learn how Detective Linda Hart unravels crucial clues: from Sarah's diary entries, Brandon's internet searches, to an emotional confession that shakes the interrogation room. You will also hear how a wounded teenag...

This story shook the small town of Searchlight and the elite community of Seven Hills in Nevada: Braxton Townson, an 18-year-old bride, was found brutally murdered shortly after marrying Pat Brun, a 75-year-old transgender socialite. From a brief, lavish relationship, a glamorous wedding, to the discovery of a body disposed of through a kitchen drain, this investigation unravels a dark secret filled with betrayal, obsession, and deadly rage. Unique facts, such as the couple's nearly six-decade age gap, Pat's lavish lifestyle, and the use of an almost unimaginable “body disposal” method, make this case one of the most shocking in Neva...

Behind the tranquility of a small coastal town in Rio de Janeiro lies a dark story of forbidden love, betrayal, and bloody revenge. Joel Morira, a simple husband, discovers a shocking truth: his wife Mariana is having an affair with Pastor Filipe, a figure who has long been respected by the congregation. The scandal was dramatically exposed through a video played in the middle of a church service, shaking the faith of the congregation and destroying the family. However, what happened next was even more terrifying: Joel's mysterious disappearance and the discovery of his mutilated body.

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In this episode, we delve into a shocking dark story from Delray Beach, Florida. Lucas Kovalick, an 18-year-old teenager, was found dead with 63 stab wounds in his room. Initially, the case was suspected to be a suicide due to his habit of drowning himself in alcohol and depression. However, forensic investigations revealed a shocking truth: the wounds were impossible to inflict on oneself, and the tragedy stemmed from a dark family secret.
From alcohol addiction, family pressure, to the secret illicit relationship between the stepfather and stepdaughter that ultimately triggered the mother's anger, Adriana Cik Ming, this case shows...

In the quiet town of Elmswood, an unexpected tragedy shatters the peace when James Hunter kills his own son, Alex. What initially appears to be a typical family quarrel soon reveals itself to be something far darker. A deep investigation uncovers a dark secret hidden behind the walls of their home: a forbidden relationship that had become an unbearable burden for both of them. The psychological pressure and suppressed emotional conflicts finally erupted, turning the family tragedy into a horror that shocked the entire town.
In this episode, you will learn how dark secrets and suppressed emotions can destroy...