Episodios

  • Man Allegedly Kills Wife With Animal Tranquilizers
    Feb 28 2026
    The episode details the protracted legal saga of Barry Morphew, who is accused of murdering his wife, Suzanne, in the Colorado mountains. After her initial disappearance on Mother’s Day 2020, the investigation focused on Barry’s access to a specific wildlife tranquilizer found later in Suzanne’s remains. Although the original case was dismissed due to prosecutorial misconduct, the discovery of her body in 2023 led to renewed first-degree murder charges. The narrative highlights a painful family division, as the couple’s daughters remain loyal to their father while other relatives seek justice for Suzanne. A high-stakes trial scheduled for late 2026 will eventually determine if the circumstantial forensic evidence is enough to secure a conviction.

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    28 m
  • "Lost Women of Highway 20" Spotlights Horror Along Oregon Road
    Feb 27 2026
    The episode explores the dark history of Oregon’s Highway 20, where state worker John Arthur Ackroyd committed a series of violent crimes against women and girls over several decades. It describes how Ackroyd utilized his official position and intimate knowledge of the remote landscape to target victims with near-impunity between the late 1970s and early 1990s. The narrative highlights the systemic failures and social biases that allowed his predation to continue, specifically detailing the cases of survivors and victims like Marlene Gabrielsen and Rachanda Pickle. Through the lens of an investigative journalism project and a subsequent docuseries, the sources examine how these crimes were eventually brought to light. Ultimately, the text serves as a somber memorial to the victims while critiquing the jurisdictional gaps that delayed justice for so many years.

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    31 m
  • Murder of Kathleen Jo Henry
    Feb 26 2026
    This source detailing the "SD Card Murders" describes the horrific crimes of Brian Steven Smith, a serial killer in Alaska who filmed the torture and murder of Kathleen Jo Henry. The investigation began when a woman experiencing homelessness discovered a discarded SD card containing graphic video evidence of the killing and alerted the authorities. Through Smith's subsequent confession, police also linked him to the 2018 death of Veronica Abouchuk, another Indigenous woman targeted for her perceived vulnerability. The text highlights how Smith exploited systemic issues like addiction and homelessness to prey on his victims undetected for years. Ultimately, the narrative examines the 226-year prison sentence handed to Smith in 2024 while addressing the broader, ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People.

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    28 m
  • Lost Women of Alaska: The Rising Crisis of Missing Indigenous Women
    Feb 26 2026
    The episode explores Lost Women of Alaska, a docu-series executive produced by Octavia Spencer that examines the systemic crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP). It specifically highlights the horrific 2018 and 2019 murders of Veronica Abouchuk and Kathleen Jo Henry by a serial predator to illustrate a broader epidemic of violence. The sources provide alarming statistics showing that Alaska Native women suffer from homicide and sexual assault at rates vastly exceeding national averages. Beyond chronicling criminal investigations, the text analyzes how historical trauma, jurisdictional gaps, and law enforcement failures contribute to this ongoing uptick in crimes. Ultimately, the material serves as a call for legislative reform and increased public awareness to protect vulnerable Indigenous communities in the "Last Frontier."

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    31 m
  • Man Pleads Guilty to Killing, Dismembering Pregnant Sister
    Feb 24 2026
    These sources document the tragic 2024 murder of Bethany Ann Israel and her unborn son, Levy, at the hands of her brother, Jack Joseph Ball. The text details how a family dinner in Minnesota escalated into a premeditated act of dismemberment fueled by the perpetrator’s delusional belief that his sister’s pregnancy had stripped her of her innocence. While Ball recently entered a guilty plea for two counts of first-degree murder, the narrative highlights an upcoming legal battle regarding his mental health defense. Beyond the specific criminal timeline, the material examines the victim's legacy as a cherished community member and addresses broader societal risks facing pregnant women. This comprehensive overview ultimately balances the gruesome forensic facts of the investigation with a poignant reflection on familial betrayal and the complexities of criminal responsibility.

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    27 m
  • Decomposing Body Found in Storage Garage Surrounded By Books on Sat
    Feb 22 2026
    The episode chronicles the macabre life and criminal conviction of Brookey Lee West, who was found guilty of murdering her mother, Christine Smith. The case gained notoriety in 2001 when investigators discovered Smith’s decomposed remains sealed inside a trash can within a Las Vegas storage unit. Surrounded by occult literature and books on Satanism, the crime scene reflected a dark family history rooted in generational abuse and mystical fixations passed down from West’s father. Prosecutors successfully argued that West killed her mother to steal her Social Security benefits, later concealing the death for years through elaborate lies and financial fraud. Despite West's claims that her mother died of natural causes, forensic evidence and insect analysis proved the body was hidden immediately after death. This narrative explores how a toxic mother-daughter bond ultimately culminated in a sensationalized tragedy that remains a haunting fixture in true crime history.

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    32 m
  • How a Seemingly Perfect Marriage Ended in a Murder-For-Hire Plot
    Feb 21 2026
    The episode chronicles the chilling 2020 murder of Jamie Faith, an IT manager from Dallas who was gunned down during a morning walk with his wife, Jennifer. Although initially presented as a random robbery, investigators eventually uncovered a complex conspiracy orchestrated by Jennifer, who had manipulated her high school boyfriend, Darrin Lopez, into committing the crime. By fabricating fake evidence of domestic abuse and creating several impersonation email accounts, she convinced the veteran to act as her "hitman" under the guise of protection. The narrative details how her deceptive public grieving and the subsequent digital trail led to federal charges and life sentences for the conspirators. Ultimately, the accounts highlight the profound betrayal felt by a community that once viewed the couple's marriage as idyllic.

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    29 m
  • Savannah Guthrie's Mom Did Not Leave On Her Own - Sheriff Says
    Feb 16 2026
    These sources detail the mysterious disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie, from her Arizona home in early 2026. Although she was initially thought to have wandered off, investigators quickly reclassified the case as a criminal abduction due to her severe physical infirmities and signs of a struggle. Law enforcement, including the FBI and local sheriff, have analyzed doorbell camera footage showing a masked suspect and recovered DNA evidence from the scene. The Guthrie family has made emotional public appeals for her safe return, highlighting the victim's urgent need for daily medication. Despite receiving thousands of tips and offering a large financial reward, authorities have yet to identify a clear motive or a definitive suspect. The narrative emphasizes the vulnerabilities of the elderly and the intense national media scrutiny surrounding the ongoing search.

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    25 m