13 posts tagged with "Casefile True Crime"

Hello listeners. This week's episode, Case 306, Ina & David Steiner, will be our final episode for 2024. We'll be back soon with new episodes in February, but for now, the Casefile team will be busy behind the scenes preparing for next year's releases. The team at Casefile would like

In 1999, Ina and David Steiner founded an online newsletter called eCommerceBytes. The couple worked hard to establish themselves as knowledgeable, trustworthy and unbiased reporters in the e-commerce industry and were well respected by their niche community. Then in 2019, eCommerceBytes received a scathing message from a Twitter user who

*** Content warnings: Extreme sexual violence, torture, captivity, racism, domestic violence *** When 25-year-old Josefina Rivera accepted a ride with North Philadelphia local Gary Heidnik on the night of November 26 1986, she could never have anticipated the events that were about to unfold. Josefina, along with five other women

In Case 305 of Casefile True Crime, the terrifying ordeal of Josefina Rivera unfolds after she accepts a ride from Gary Heidnik on November 26, 1986. Captured alongside five other women, they endure captivity in Heidnik's basement, facing extreme violence and psychological manipulation. Josefina attempts to escape and reflects on the trauma, while the police investigation reveals failures that allowed Heidnik's horrific actions to continue. The trial concludes with Heidnik being charged with multiple crimes, culminating in a death sentence, raising important discussions around systemic issues in law enforcement and the aftermath of such trauma for survivors.

*** Content warnings: Self-harm *** When 60-year-old Mark Staudte of Springfield, Missouri, fell ill in early April of 2012, he suspected he just had a bad case of the flu. But the situation quickly turned critical, and Mark was soon found dead in his bed. A medical examiner concluded Mark

In this episode, 'Casefile True Crime' investigates the tragic story of the Staudte family in Springfield, Missouri. Mark Staudte's sudden health decline in April 2012 led to his death, initially labeled as 'natural causes'. As more family members experienced similar health issues, police began to uncover alarming truths about Diane Staudte's actions, including her chilling confession to poisoning Mark, Sean, and Sarah with antifreeze. This episode explores familial dynamics, deep psychological manipulation, and the resulting consequences, illustrating the complexities of love and betrayal within a family.

Some stories are so profound, so unimaginable, that they stay with us forever. The Unthinkable is the latest podcast from Casefile Presents, hosted by two of Australia's leading voices in true crime, Vikki Petraitis and Emily Webb. The series delves into tales of ordinary people who have faced extraordinary, often

The Unthinkable, hosted by Vikki Petraitis and Emily Webb, uncovers profound, life-altering stories from ordinary individuals who have faced traumatic events. The series emphasizes themes of survival, trauma, and resilience, highlighting the strength of human spirit amidst adversity. Each episode gives voice to the experiences of those who have navigated violence and loss, showcasing their transformative journeys. The podcast launched with a powerful account of Louisa Hope during the Lint Cafe siege, setting the tone for impactful narratives that resonate with hope and healing.

When 23-year-old Canadian ice hockey player Duncan MacPherson accepted a coaching job in Scotland, he was ready for his next adventure. But when Duncan failed to show up for the first day of his new job, serious concerns were raised about his well being. A desperate search led his parents

In this episode of 'Casefile True Crime,' we explore the perplexing disappearance of 23-year-old Canadian hockey player Duncan MacPherson, who vanished shortly after arriving in Austria for a coaching job. His failure to show up on his first day ignited a desperate search by his parents, Bob and Linda, who faced dismissive local authorities and language barriers in their mission to find their son. Despite numerous leads, including sightings and the discovery of Duncan's abandoned vehicle, their search proved fruitless for years. Eventually, Duncan's remains were found in a crevasse, raising troubling questions about the nature of his death and the adequacy of the investigation surrounding it.

*** Content warnings: Child victims *** Wayne and Jennifer De Gruchy lived a comfortable life in the New South Wales suburb of Albion Park Rail with their three teenage children, Matthew, Adrian and Sarah. But on the morning of Wednesday March 13 1996, detectives arrived at a scene that would

*** Content warnings: Child sexual assault, child murder *** In 1986, two pre-teen girls from Tacoma, Washington, were abducted and murdered mere months apart. Both Michella Welch and Jennifer Bastian were attacked, sexually assaulted and killed after cycling to a public park. Their crime scenes were eerily similar; both bodies

In this episode of Casefile True Crime, we explore the tragic abduction and murders of two young girls from Tacoma, Washington, in 1986. Michella Welch disappeared while fetching lunch for her sisters, leading to a thorough search and ultimately the discovery of her body in a wooded area. Shortly after, 13-year-old Jennifer Bastian went missing, with her remains found weeks later, raising fears of a serial killer due to the similarities in their cases. Investigations into both murders remained cold for decades until DNA evidence eventually identified separate perpetrators, leading to arrests and confessions that revealed disturbing truths about each killer’s past.

*** Content Warning: Child victim *** [Part 2 of 2] When Keli Lane is charged with the murder of her newborn baby Tegan in 2009, the circumstantial case sparks debate around the country. Was this star athlete a cold blooded killer or a woman unfairly judged on her poor decision

In Part 2 of the case about Keli Lane, we unpack the complexities surrounding her 2009 murder charge for the death of her newborn, Teagan. The investigation faced challenges due to the absence of physical evidence and Lane's contradictory statements, which fueled public skepticism about her character and motives. Despite character endorsements portraying Lane as a nurturing figure, the prosecution argued for her culpability based on circumstantial evidence and past deceptions. The trial revealed significant biases influenced by media scrutiny and public judgment. Ultimately, while Lane was convicted of perjury, the case raises enduring questions about wrongful conviction and the societal perceptions of women's behavior regarding motherhood.

*** Content Warning: Child victim *** [Part 1 of 2] After 24-year-old Keli Lane gave birth in 1999, she began the process of placing her newborn son for adoption. It was soon revealed that Keli had also given birth in September 1996, to a baby girl named Tegan Lee Lane

In this episode of Casefile True Crime, we explore the case of Keli Lane, who faced serious questions after the birth of her son and the mysterious circumstances regarding her daughter, Tegan, born in 1996. Keli's inconsistent accounts, her struggles with mental health, and the lack of documentation for Tegan's birth complicate the investigation, raising suspicions about her truthfulness. As social worker Virginia Fung's concerns grow, police involvement increases to uncover the fate of Tegan Lane, leading to a coronial inquest in mid-2004 which suggests Tegan's likely death shortly after birth, although concrete evidence remains elusive.

*** Content warnings: Child victims *** In 2002, 10-year-old Russian girl, Olga Chardymova was allowed to walk to her grandmother’s house unaccompanied for the very first time. Her journey barely began before she met a monster. For years after her death, Olga’s parents were continually tormented by another kind. ---

On August 19 1990, the tiny mountain town of Camp Nelson, California was stunned when the owner of the Camp Nelson Lodge, Bonnie Hood, was found shot to death in her private cabin. Her handyman, Rudy Manuel, was also shot in the head during the attack. While various suspects and

On August 19, 1990, Bonnie Hood, owner of Camp Nelson Lodge, was murdered alongside her handyman Rudy Manuel in a shocking incident that revealed deep-seated rivalries and mysteries in a small California town. Rudy survived the initial attack and provided vital details, including the involvement of local rancher Jack Burgess, leading investigators through a web of personal motives and illicit activities. The case took another turn with the identification of suspect Bruce Beecham, whose connections to Bonnie and her husband Jim Hood introduced further complications, including accusations of conspiracy and financial motives before ultimately leading to Jim's conviction for Bruce's murder, creating one of the strangest murder mysteries in California's history.