On July 18th, 2014, 41-year-old Dan Markel was stalked and killed inside the garage of his Tallahassee, Florida home. There were very few clues early on in the investigation, but someone had seen a green Toyota Prius in the area. The authorities were certain Dan had been targeted for murder. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Dan Markel. It didn't take long for the authorities to focus on Dan's ex-wife Wendi and her family. As everything unraveled, the scope of those involved was shocking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On August 27, 1992, 13-year-old Leigh Occhi went missing from her home in Tupelo, Mississippi. Leigh lived in the home with her mother, Vickie. It was summer break, and this was Leigh's first day to stay home alone. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance of Leigh Occhi. Vickie said she tried calling Leigh at home that morning, but no one answered. Worried, Vickie said she went home and found blood all around the house. As the investigation occurred, some suspects were mentioned, but many believe the perpetrator was someone close to the family. You can support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1983, Diane Downs shot her three children and blamed it on someone who wanted to steal her car. Diane had a superficial gunshot wound to her arm as she pulled her car into the ambulance bay of a hospital in Springfield, Oregon. She told hospital staff and later law enforcement that a shaggy-haired man had shot them while attempting to steal her car. One of Diane's daughters was pronounced dead at the hospital, while her other two children lived but suffered significant life-changing injuries. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Diane Downs, who became one of the most hated women in America. The story she told law enforcement changed a few times, and they quickly saw through it. The blood evidence also contradicted her stories. At trial, Diane's oldest daughter had recovered to the point where she could speak, and she told the packed courtroom that it was her mom who shot them. The motive for the shootings left everyone in disbelief. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2022, 17-year-old Riley Whitelaw was murdered by her co-worker, 28-year-old Joshua Johnson, in the breakroom of the Walgreens where they worked. Riley had been harassed by Joshua and had made complaints to management. For a time, the two worked different schedules. But, to get more hours, Riley had to be on the schedule with Johnson. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Riley Whitelaw and her murderer, Joshua Johnson. Riley was put in a situation where she did not feel safe. Ultimately, that feeling proved correct when Joshua Johnson murdered Riley. This is a case that brings up many questions regarding how companies handle these types of situations. Many have levied that Walgreens did not do enough to protect Riley Whitelaw. What should they have done? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our annual Halloween episode, we discuss Dennis Depue, the inspiration for the creature in Jeepers Creepers. Like Depue, there have been many real-life cold-blooded killers who have inspired horror movies. These include Ed Gein, Ted Bundy, Gary Heidnik, John Wayne Gacy, and Ronald Defeo Jr., to name a few. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Dennis Depue, a man who blamed his ex-wife for all his troubles. If there was a common theme in his life, nothing was his fault. He blamed his ex-wife Marilynn for leaving him and for his children siding with their mother. It culminated in 1990 when Dennis murdered Marilynn and dumped her body off the side of the road. But, it just so happened that a couple out for a drive saw him and phoned it into police as suspicious. You can support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1978, five men disappeared in Northern California. Although some of their remains were eventually found, it only led to a more profound mystery, more questions, and countless theories about what happened to this group of men who’ve come to be known as the Yuba County Five. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss The Yuba County Five. Jack Huett, Ted Weiher, Bill Sterling, Jack Madruga, and Gary Mathias disappeared after a basketball game in 1978. Their car was found up a mountain road in the Plumas National Forest. None of the men were dressed for the cold weather. Four of the five men's bodies were found, but the discoveries only led to more questions. What happened to the men who became collectively known as The Yuba County Five? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Timothy Bliefnick murdered his wife Rebecca after appearing on the game show The Family Feud. The murder occurred a couple of years later, but one answer Timothy gave on the show was very telling. It provided a glimpse into the marriage and foreshadowed its ending. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Timothy Bliefnick, who has been called The Family Feud killer. Tim and Rebecca had three children, but their marriage spiraled after the show aired. Rebecca's friends and family have said that Tim was manipulative and controlling. When Rebecca was found murdered, it didn't take long for police to look at Tim as their prime suspect. The couple was going through a divorce and a nasty custody battle. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1980, Charles and Catherine Romer disappeared on their way from Florida back home to New York. The Romers were snowbirds finishing the winter in Florida and heading back home. The police know they arrived at the Holiday Inn in Brunswick City, GA, to check-in. Housekeeping alerted management after it looked like the room had not been slept in for several days, and the Romers were due to have already checked out. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious disappearance of Charles and Catherine Romer. They were a wealthy couple, both on their second marriages. The police discovered they had been carrying around $650,000 in jewelry during the trip. Their Lincoln Continental could not be located. Theories abound, from an accident that left them in a body of water to someone who tracked them from Miami to rob them. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the 1990s, a series of murders rocked Perth, Western Australia. They became known as the Claremont serial killings. The murders rocked the area to the point that people were afraid to leave their homes. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Claremont Killer. This serial killer went unidentified for twenty years. In the end, it was good old-fashioned detective work that cracked the case. Advancements in DNA allowed evidence collected at the crime scenes to identify the killer. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On February 21st, 2001, 22-year-old Ashley Ellerin was stabbed to death in her Los Angeles home. The tabloids covered the murder because actor Ashton Kutcher was set to have a first date with Ashley that night. He ran late at a Grammy's party, and he said that by the time he got to Ashley's house, she didn't answer the door. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murders committed by the Hollywood Ripper. It took some time but Ashley's murder along with several others was tied to a man named Michael Gargiulo. DNA was used to connect Michael to the murders but it took many years for him to be tried and convicted for all of them. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On September 11, 2001, the United States was rocked by terrorism and terrible loss of life. In the chaos of the day's events, a murder and a disappearance unfolded that remain unsolved. Mystery surrounds both cases. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Henryk Siwiak and the disappearance of Dr. Sneha Ann Phillip. Henry was a Polish immigrant working hard to feed himself and send money back home to his family in Poland. He was shot and killed while on his way to a cleaning job. Dr Sneha Ann Phillip disappeared overnight on the 10th or during the day on the 11th. Her disappearance is shrouded in mystery. Did she run to the scene of the chaos to try to help, or did something sinister happen to her? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lucy Letby is one of England's most notorious female killers. In 2015, infants began dying in the NICU at an alarming rate at the Countess of Chester Hospital in Chester, Chesire, England. It was like nothing the hospital had experienced before or since. Nurse Lucy Letby was making infants sick, and many of them died. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the notorious Lucy Letby. Even though people voiced their suspicions to upper management at the hospital, nothing was done, and more infants died. When the details of what happened came out, the public was shocked and disgusted. Letby was convicted but continues claiming she is innocent, so she has never revealed her true motivations. But many believe she wanted to play the hero or get the attention of a married doctor for whom she had feelings. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 1994 murders of Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman turned into the trial of the century. The murders were brutal and heartbreaking. But, the fact that Nicole Brown was married to famed football star O.J. Simpson drew massive media attention to the murders. Everything exploded when police began to zero in on O.J. as the possible murderer. Join Mike and Morf for part 2 of 2 on the murders of Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman. To say that the case at the time made huge headlines would be an understatement, and Simpson’s acquittal at the conclusion of the trial shocked many people. In this second and last part, we discuss the infamous Bronco chase, the trial, and the fallout. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 1994 murders of Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman turned into the trial of the century. The murders were brutal and heartbreaking. But, the fact that Nicole Brown was married to famed football star O.J. Simpson drew massive media attention to the murders. Everything exploded when police began to zero in on O.J. as the possible murderer. Join Mike and Morf for part 1 of 2 on the murders of Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman. To say that the case at the time made huge headlines would be an understatement, and Simpson’s acquittal at the conclusion of the trial shocked many people. In this first part, we break down the timeline and movements of the individuals involved in the case. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2016, eight members of the Rhoden family were murdered at multiple residences. The crime scenes were all discovered on the same day, April 22nd, 2016. These murders shocked the residents of Pike County, which is in a rural part of Ohio. They also drew the attention of online sleuths who poured over the details of the murders while awaiting the murders to be solved. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Rhoden family murders. The press gave several monikers to these murders, including The Rhoden Family Massacre, The Piketon Massacre, and the Pike County Massacre. The police initially thought the murders could be drug-related because some members of the family were growing marijuana. But, in the end, it turned out the murders were committed by people known to the Rhodens who were trying to get rid of a very specific problem. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the winter of 2015, 19-year-old Katelin Akens flew from Arizona back home to Virginia to visit family. She was excited because her sister Gabi had given birth to a baby boy named Landon. Katelin also caught up with some friends, and one encounter turned intimate even though Kateline had a fiancé waiting for her back in Arizona.  Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance of Kateline Akens. Katelin never made it on her flight back to Arizona. Her stepfather has come under scrutiny by some because he was supposed to drop her off at the airport but didn't. Some of his stories don't seem to line up but to date, the authorities have not put the puzzle pieces together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Someone has been arrested in the 1993 abduction and murder of 12-year-old Jennifer Odom. Jennifer went missing after getting off the school bus near her Saint Joseph, Florida home. The only real lead that police had to go on was the sighting of a light blue pickup truck that people saw following Jennifer that day. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Jennifer Odom and the identification of Jeffrey Crum Sr., who has been charged with Jennifer's murder. It seems as though Crum hit police radar due to a tip sent in by a citizen sleuth. Bryan Burnette, who just may be the tipster who started it all, joins us for this episode to provide his insight. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H.H. Holmes is often referred to as America's first serial killer. He became fascinated as a child with death and later studied medicine in college. Holmes didn't make all of his money legally. He used arson to con insurance companies and cadavers to collect life insurance. It seems that he began killing mainly to cover up his crimes. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the infamous H.H. Holmes. Holmes confessed to over 20 murders but the real number is in question. Some people believe Holmes elevated the number to sell a book. Also in question is just how many people Holmes killed at what the media dubbed his "murder hotel." You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Friday, July 14th, 2023, 59-year-old Rex Andrew Heuermann was arrested for several unsolved murders. Heuermann has so far been charged with three murders. But, these murders are part of a cold case or a set of cold cases commonly referred to as the Gilgo Beach murders, the Long Island Serial Killer, or LISK for short. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss this breaking news on what has been a highly discussed topic in the true crime community for many years. The evidence against Rex Heuermann for the three murders appears on the surface to be very solid. But there are a lot of questions to answer, even after his guilt or innocence is decided. How many more murders could Rex Heuermann be responsible for, and is he alone the perpetrator of these cold cases? If he is only responsible for what he has been charged with, how many other serial killers were operating in that area during that timeframe? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2019, Elizabeth Barraza was gunned down in front of her home in the early morning of January 25th. The whole thing was captured on the Barraza's doorbell camera with audio and video. Despite this, there have been no arrests in the case. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the brazen murder of Elizabeth Barraza. Elizabeth was holding a garage sale that morning and was setting up when the killer approached her. Her husband, Sergio, had just left for work, which has led many to believe that timing is a key part of this case. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Pladl murdered his wife, Katie, their son Bennett, and Katie's father, Anthony Fusco. This story made the headlines because Katie was not just Steven's second wife; she was also his biological daughter. Steven and his first wife, Alyssa, put Katie up for adoption when she was just a baby. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Steven Pladl and the murders he committed. Steven had a horrible temper and a history of grooming young girls. He began grooming his first wife, Alyssa, when she was only fifteen years old. Many years later, their daughter, Katie, who had been raised by a loving family, reunited with Steven and Alyssa. This began a strange odyssey that culminated in the murder of three people. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2017, Alisa Summers and her five children went through a harrowing ordeal. What made it even worse was that the entire thing was set into motion and then perpetrated by Alisa's husband, Trevor Summers. The two had been married for 15 years but were going through a divorce. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Trevor Summers and the crimes he committed against his wife and children. Trevor had become increasingly controlling of Alissa over the years. Toward the end, he wouldn't go to work for fear that she would leave him. After she did, he made a plan to get back at her. It culminated with Alissa spending 55 hours being held captive by Trevor after he was able to get his oldest child to help him. She had no idea what he was really planning to do. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2015, Tiffany Valiante died in what many consider to be a very mysterious way. Just after 11:00 PM, Tiffany was struck by a train and killed in Southern New Jersey. The authorities ruled it a suicide, but Tiffany's family does not believe that to be true. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious death of Tiffany Valiante. Tiffany had graduated from high school and was set to attend college on a volleyball scholarship. She had a lot to look forward to. She did have an incident before her death where a friend accused her of stealing money. There is no doubt that Tiffany was hit by a train traveling 80 miles per hour. But there are some very odd things in her case that some believe point away from suicide. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we discuss how forensics played a pivotal role in various cases. In the case of Vincent Brothers, Entomology was the key to figuring out who really killed Vincent's family. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss some interesting aspects of the world of forensics in fighting crime. In the case of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman, forensic ecology and botany were used fascinatingly to nail the person who had killed them. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In July 2021, 50 yr old Bart Halderson and his 53 yr old wife Krista Halderson of Windsor, Wisconsin, disappeared. They were later found murdered. People who knew them were shocked that anyone would want to hurt the couple. But they were even more shocked to find out who was responsible. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murders of Bart and Krista Halderson. Together they had two adult sons who both seemed to be on the right path in life. But their youngest son Chandler was hiding behind a series of lies. He told everyone that he was in college and had a great new job with SpaceX. When Chandler could no longer keep up the charade, he did the unthinkable. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1974, 14-year-old Margaret Fox disappeared in New Jersey. She was set to meet a man named John Marshall, who was looking for someone to watch his 5-year-old son. This man had responded to an ad that Margaret and her cousin Lynne had placed in the paper. Margaret made it to the bus stop where this man was supposed to pick her up, but she was never heard from or seen again. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious disappearance of Margaret Fox. From the start, investigators did not believe that Margaret had run away from home. They believed that she was the victim of foul play. The investigation stalled after police couldn't locate a John Marshall, and they discovered that the number Margaret had written down came from a pay phone. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11-year-old Gannon Stauch went missing in 2020 in Colorado. His stepmother, Leticia, was the last person known to have seen him, and as the community searched for Gannon, they also offered support to Leticia. But, she told a number of different stories to the authorities that made them suspicious of her. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance and murder of Gannon Stauch. Leticia's stories about what happened to Gannon became more varied and more bizarre. When Gannon's body was found by a bridge inspector, the police started to put it all together. But would a jury believe that Leticia murdered Gannon, and if so, what was the motive? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1980, wife and mother Betty Gore was murdered in Texas. It was an especially brutal murder caused by many blows from an axe. Initially, police believed that it must have been a man who murdered Betty because of the vicious nature of the crime. But, the evidence started to point to a woman. The sensational nature of the case has led to numerous television series over the years. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Betty Gore. Suspicion in Betty's death soon fell on her friend Candy Montgomery. It came out that Candy had visited Betty that day and that Candy had an affair with Betty's husband, Allan. The prosecution thought they had a pretty airtight case against Candy Montgomery. Candy admitted to killing Betty but said she did so in self-defense. It would be up to the jury to decide Candy's fate. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On September 10th, 1988, Cynthia and David Dowaliby woke up to find their daughter Jaclyn missing from the house. The local police, as well as the FBI, started an investigation. They originally thought that the Dowalibys might receive a ransom demand from a kidnapper. But, suspicion soon turned to David and Cynthia. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the case of Jaclyn Dowaliby. Sadly, 7-year-old Jaclyn's body was found just days later. The Dowaliby family was in a nightmarish situation, and things continued to spiral downward. Just months after Jaclyn was murdered, David and Cynthia were arrested and charged with her murder. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In March 2011, two women who worked at a Lululemon store were attacked, and one was killed. Police arrived to find 30-year-old Jayna Murray dead, with over 300 injuries, and 29-year-old Brittany Norwood wounded but still alive. Police found size 14 bloody shoe prints around the store, and the money was missing from the safe. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss what has become known as the Lululemon murder because it occurred in a Lululemon store. Brittany Norwood told the police that two men came into the store after hours and attacked her and Jayna. She gave them somewhat of a description, but it was tough because they were wearing all black and had their faces covered. But Brittany soon went from a sympathetic survivor to the prime suspect after the police found evidence and holes in her story. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott Peterson became one of the most despised criminals ever after being convicted of the murder of his wife and unborn child. Just before Christmas in 2002, 27-year-old Lacie Peterson, who was 33 weeks pregnant with a boy they planned to name Conner, vanished. Less than a month after she vanished, both Lacie's and Conner's bodies were found after they washed ashore. It didn't take long for police to suspect Scott Peterson. Jon Mike and Morf as they discuss Scott Peterson and the murders of Lacie and Conner Peterson. At first, the things that Scott told the police seemed to line up. Even Lacie's family was convinced he was innocent. But that changed when it emerged that Scott had multiple affairs during the marriage, the latest was with a woman named Amber Frey. Amber came forward to police with information that put Scott in a bad light. But, even with his conviction, there are some who do not believe he did it, or at least do not believe that there was enough evidence to convict. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On February 20th, 1983, 51-year-old Helen Sebastian left her home in Racine, Wisconsin, and was never seen alive again. She told her mother that she was going to a friend's house to play cards. Over a month later, parts of her dismembered body were found around the Racine area. The question that the police and loved ones asked themselves was who would want to hurt Helen and why? Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the baffling murder of Helen Sebastian. Many years later, it came out that Helen's sister Jean received two strange phone calls before Helen's death. One was from an unknown woman, and the other was from a man who rented a room in Helen's home. Both callers told Jean that Helen would die soon. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On May 9th, 2021, Mother’s Day, the Bailey family woke up to find their 13-year-old daughter Tristyn Bailey missing. It appeared as though she had not slept in her bed the night before. They quickly called the police, who began to search for Tristyn. A jogger happened upon her body near a retention pond in St. Johns, Florida, later that day. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Tristyn Bailey. It didn't take long for police to zero in on a suspect. Within three hours of the jogger finding Tristyn's body, they had a 14-year-old boy named Aiden Fucci and his parents in an interrogation room. Aiden and his parents made some interesting statements on video while investigators were out of the room. As the truth unfolded, everyone was shocked by what just exactly happened to Tristyn Bailey. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 20th, 1971, the body of 24-year-old Rita Curran was found in the bedroom of her Burlington, Vermont, apartment. Her body was discovered by one of her roommates. Rita was a highly regarded teacher at Milton Elementary School, and her murder rocked the community. It caused residents to start locking their doors and to run out and buy extra security measures. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Rita Curran. The police worked on the case for many years with no success. In fact, over 50 years passed before the authorities solved the mystery of Rita Curran's murder. It turned out that a cigarette found at the crime scene in 1971 and logged into evidence was the key. It led the authorities to a man named William DeRoos, who they had questioned on multiple occasions. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1946, an unidentified person dubbed "The Phantom of Texarkana" committed a series of murders and attacks. They began in Texarkana, Texas, and culminated in Texarkana, Arkansas. These murders terrified the area and caused residents to buy guns and begin locking their doors. Were all of these murders committed by the same person or were there multiple killers roaming the area? Join Mike and Morf for the 250th episode of Criminology as they discuss the Texarkana moonlight murders. The police left no stone unturned in trying to identify the murderer. Over the years, many different people have been suspected. Some even believe that these murders were the early work of the Zodiac killer. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1985, 8-year-old Nicole Morin mysteriously vanished from her apartment building in Toronto. She was set to meet a friend in the lobby to go to the pool but never made it. The friend talked to Nicole on the intercom system and waited for her to come down. After a period of time, she buzzed Nicole's apartment, asking her mother where she was. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious disappearance of Nicole Morin. The police went to all 400+ units of the building and entered if no one was home in an attempt to find Nicole. They pieced together what few details they could of her day, but no one they talked to had heard or seen anything unusual. It became, at the time, the largest police search in Toronto history. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Mattoon, Illinois, in the mid-1940s, many people claimed they were made sick by a chemical pumped or sprayed into their homes as a gas. The gasser, or the person people imagined was the gasser, was given several monikers, including “the Mad Gasser of Mattoon” Or “The Phantom Anesthetist.” Join Mike and Morf as they discuss this mysterious case of the alleged Mad Gasser of Mattoon. No physical evidence of any gas was ever actually found, however, leading many to doubt the claims of all of these people who claimed to be victims. So was there really some maniac on the loose gassing people’s homes, or were these events the figment of people’s imaginations? Interestingly, a similar series of events occurred about a decade earlier in Botetourt County, Virginia. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Go to Vessi.com/criminology for your pair of Vessi shoes Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code CRIMINOLOGY to save $50 at lomi.com/CRIMINOLOGY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 26th, 1974, the body of a woman was found on Race Point Beach in Provincetown, Massachusetts. It was an extremely gruesome crime scene, and parts of the woman's body had been removed, possibly to prevent identification. This woman became known as The Lady of The Dunes as the authorities worked for years to try to identify her and solve her murder. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the case of The Lady of The Dunes. There were some leads over the years, and theories emerged as to the woman's identity. As advancements in DNA came about, those were used to try to identify the woman. It wasn't until 2022 that part of the mystery of The Lady of The Dunes was solved. She was officially identified as Ruth Marie Terry. With identification came very interesting leads into who her likely killer was. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jared Bridegan was gunned down in the Jacksonville, Florida, area in February of 2022. His two-year-old daughter was left in the vehicle unharmed but is thought to have witnessed her father's murder. Jared was a father of four. He had two young daughters with his current wife, Kirsten, and twins with his ex-wife Shanna Gardner-Fernandez. Jared's divorce from Shanna and the subsequent custody battle was extremely contentious. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss this currently developing case. One man named Henry Tenon has been arrested in connection with Jared's murder. This arrest has led to much speculation that more arrests may soon be coming after it came out that Tenon had a connection to Shanna's husband. The police have not released many details, but it has not stopped people from theorizing that it is possible that Jared's murder was orchestrated by someone who, at one time, had been very close to him. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A series of disturbing & frightening phone calls targeted dozens of businesses and people over an extended period of time. These calls were placed all over the country, and the person on the other end posed as a law enforcement official. What this caller instructed people to do to others was not only wrong and humiliating, it was, in many instances, criminal on the part of both the caller and the person who answered the phone. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the person known as The Strip Search Caller. He often targeted fast-food restaurants and told managers that one of their employees, and sometimes even customers, had stolen. The caller then convinced the managers to strip search the so-called thief and many other degrading acts. The police narrowed in on a prime suspect, but could they put together enough evidence to convince a jury of his guilt? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2019, Heidi Broussard and her 16-day-old daughter, Margo, went missing in Austin, Texas. Her fiancee, Shane Carey, was viewed by many as a prime suspect after he did several interviews. But, police were focusing on another suspect, someone who was also very close to Heidi. As shocking as this crime turned out to be, it was even more shocking who the police had in their sights as the prime suspect. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance and murder of Heidi Broussard. Heidi and Shane had built their life in Austin, Texas, and had a 6-year-old son when Margo was born. Friends and family all agreed that she would never just up and vanish, leaving behind her son and fiancee. When police arrested Heidi's good friend Magen Fieramusca for kidnapping and murder, it was a shock to all that knew them. And as it turned out, Magen's plan was to pass Margo Carey off as her own daughter, Luna Mae. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ana Walshe vanished on Jan 1st, 2023, and her husband, Brian Walshe, is currently awaiting trial for her murder. Brian and Ana rang in the new year with a small celebration at their house. But no one has seen or heard from Ana since the first day of January. Her husband Brian didn't report her missing and later told authorities that she flew out early that morning for work. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the ongoing case where Brian Walshe stands accused of murdering his wife Ana Walshe. The police quickly zeroed in on Brian. He didn't report her missing and reportedly didn't notify her family. The evidence against him started to mount in the form of strange purchases and incriminating web searches. Brian Walshe will go to trial soon and the entire true crime community will be watching to see how this case unfolds. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In December 1998, Julie Jensen was murdered in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. After an investigation by police, Julie's husband, Mark Jensen, was identified as the prime suspect. He was charged with murdering Julie by poisoning her with antifreeze and then smothering her. He was convicted of the murder in 2008. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Mark Jensen and the death of Julie Jensen. One of the biggest indicators of guilt, according to jurors, was something Julie had written and given to a neighbor before her death. It said that if anything happened to her, look at her husband, Mark. Mark's conviction was eventually overturned because it was ruled that he had the right to confront his accuser about this evidence. As this episode releases, Mark is back on trial for Julie's murder. But many years have passed, and her letter has been ruled inadmissible. Will this jury see things the same way as the jury did in 2008? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Koecher disappeared near Las Vegas, Nevada, in December 2009. Steven's 2003 Chevy Cavalier was found parked on a cul-de-sac in a planned development called Sun City. The homeowner's association noticed the car had been there for some time, saw flyers for a window washing service, and called the number. It turned out that Steven worked for the service in St. George, Utah, 120 miles away. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious disappearance of Steven Koecher. This case has been talked about and debated online for years. The first mystery is why Steven was in Nevada in the first place, and it was revealed that he had made previous trips to the same area. Eyewitnesses and video surveillance add some information to the case but leave more questions unanswered than answered. What was Steven Koecher doing near Las Vegas, and what happened to him? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12-year-old Shanda Sharer was murdered in 1992. The details of her murder shocked the area. There had been just three other murders in the previous 12 years in the County, and none of them were as gruesome. People were even more shocked when it was revealed that four teenage girls were responsible for the brutal murder. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Shanda Sharer. It didn't take long for Melinda Loveless, Laurie Tackett, Hope Rippey, and Toni Lawrence to be identified as the perpetrators of Shanda's murder. Some of the girls talked about it openly to friends. Investigators learned that it was Melinda Loveless who held a grudge against Shanda because she thought Shanda was messing around with her girlfriend, Amanda. Melinda recruited Laurie, Hope, and Toni to follow her plan even though the three girls didn't even know Shanda. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Griffey was murdered at the end of December 2005. He was found in the garage on January 2nd after a New Year's Eve celebration had occurred at the house. Michael and his wife Diane were married for 20 years and had three children, but they were essentially living separate lives. In fact, they were each seeing other people while still living under the same roof. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious murder of Michael Griffey. Suspicion quickly fell on multiple members of the Griffey family. It seems as though more than one family member may have had a motive to want to see Michael dead. Anger, jealousy, and financial issues were all possibilities. There have been arrests but no trials, and one child has even confessed on video. So many years later, the case remains extremely murky. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Morf answer listener questions from emails and voicemails. We thought this would be a fun way to bring the year to a close! You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On December 22nd, 1981, 19-year-old Rhonda Annette Hinson headed to an office Christmas party. In the early morning of the 23rd, she was found about a half mile from her home lying outside her car on the should of the road. The police determined that Rhonda had been shot by a high-powered rifle that went through her trunk, back seat, and into the driver's seat. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the baffling death of Rhonda Hinson. Witnesses came forward the descriptions of cars seen near Rhonda's car. Police had to figure out if these were people involved in Rhonda's death or people who stopped to see what was happening. What clouded the waters even more was that it was revealed that Rhonda was not supposed to come home that night, and only a few people knew of her change in plans. The police looked closely at Rhonda's boyfriend, Greg, and a friend named Mark, whose girlfriend said she saw Rhonda's sweater in his car before Rhonda was killed. That sweater was later found in Rhonda's car. 41 years later, two big questions remain. What exactly happened in the death of Rhonda Hinson, and who was involved? You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code CRIMINOLOGY to save $50 at lomi.com/CRIMINOLOGY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices