Episodios

  • What Happened to Missing Child Karen Grajeda?

    What Happened to Missing Child Karen Grajeda?
    Jan 10 2026
    This episode details the unsolved disappearance of seven-year-old Karen Rosalba Grajeda, who vanished from her Tucson apartment complex in January 1996. While playing outside, the young girl seemingly evaporated in broad daylight, sparking one of the most extensive search operations in the history of Arizona. Investigators have explored potential links to serial predators and similar local crimes, yet no suspects have ever been charged and no remains have been found. The narrative highlights key physical evidence and age-progressed imagery used by law enforcement to keep the search active decades later. Ultimately, the source serves as a somber retrospective on a thirty-year cold case that continues to haunt the local community and the victim's family. Through ongoing appeals from the NCMEC, the case remains a plea for public assistance to finally uncover the truth behind her vanishing.

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    29 m
  • California Man Convicted of Killing - DA Says Crimes Were “Pure Evil”

    California Man Convicted of Killing - DA Says Crimes Were “Pure Evil”
    Jan 10 2026
    This source details the harrowing criminal conviction of Paul Allen Perez, a California man found guilty of murdering five of his infant children between 1992 and 2001. The investigation remained dormant for over a decade until innovative forensic genealogy and DNA testing identified remains discovered by a fisherman in a weighted cooler. The text describes a horrific pattern of domestic violence and systematic infanticide that spanned multiple counties, highlighting how the defendant utilized threats to silence the children's mother. Following a two-month trial, a jury delivered a verdict that ensures the 63-year-old will remain in prison for life. Ultimately, the narrative serves as a testament to the power of modern science in securing justice for the most vulnerable victims of long-unsolved tragedies.

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    28 m
  • The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story Review

    The Cult Behind the Killer: The Andrea Yates Story Review
    Jan 9 2026
    The episode explores the tragic case of Andrea Yates, who killed her five children in 2001 while suffering from severe postpartum psychosis. It highlights how her mental health struggles were fatally intensified by the extremist religious doctrines of itinerant preacher Michael Woroniecki. The narrative details her transition from a successful nurse to an isolated mother trapped in a cult-like environment that prioritized large families and apocalyptic fear. Through the lens of a 2026 docuseries, the source examines the systemic failures of her medical care and the influence of her husband’s beliefs. Ultimately, the account frames the murders as a preventable catastrophe born from a combination of untreated illness and manipulative theological frameworks. Detailed information regarding her legal battles and her eventual verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity concludes the overview.

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    35 m
  • Video Shows Person of Interest in Ohio Couple's Killings

    Video Shows Person of Interest in Ohio Couple's Killings
    Jan 8 2026
    This episode details the unsolved double homicide of Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique, who were discovered shot to death in their Columbus, Ohio home in late 2025. While the couple’s two young children were found physically unharmed, investigators have yet to establish a clear motive or identify a suspect in the violent attack. A significant lead emerged when authorities released surveillance footage of a person of interest walking near the residence during the estimated time of the murders. Although there were no signs of forced entry, police have officially ruled out a murder-suicide, shifting the focus toward identifying the individual captured on film. The local community and grieving family members continue to seek answers as police solicit tips to help solve the case.

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    32 m
  • Possible Murder-Suicide Discovered in Pennsylvania Home After Child Returns From Playdate

    Possible Murder-Suicide Discovered in Pennsylvania Home After Child Returns From Playdate
    Jan 6 2026
    This episode details a violent murder-suicide that occurred in a residential Bethlehem, Pennsylvania neighborhood in early 2026. Authorities discovered the bodies of Sarah Rice and Greg Johnson, a longtime couple who both died from gunshot wounds in their basement. The incident was uncovered when one of their three young children returned home from a playdate and witnessed the aftermath, leading to a 911 emergency call. While the children were physically unharmed and placed with relatives, the community has responded with vigils and fundraising efforts to support their future. Investigations suggest the tragedy was an act of domestic violence, prompting broader discussions regarding gun safety and the hidden struggles families face. The narrative serves as both a memorial for the victim and a cautionary analysis of the systemic issues surrounding intimate partner homicide.

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    31 m
  • Inside the Night Art Student Katelyn Markham Disappeared—and the Alibi That Fell Apart

    Inside the Night Art Student Katelyn Markham Disappeared—and the Alibi That Fell Apart
    Jan 6 2026
    This episode recounts the tragic disappearance and eventual murder of Katelyn Markham, a talented art student from Ohio who vanished in 2011. While her fiancé, John Carter, initially claimed innocence and maintained a specific alibi, investigators eventually uncovered deceptive polygraph results and inconsistencies in his digital records. After her skeletal remains were discovered in a remote Indiana woods two years later, the case transitioned into a homicide investigation that spanned over a decade. The narrative details how circumstantial evidence and persistent detective work finally led to a breakthrough in 2023. Ultimately, the source describes the legal resolution of the case, in which Carter pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and received a prison sentence. Through this account, the author highlights the long-term emotional toll on the victim's family and the difficult pursuit of justice.

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    29 m
  • How Police Say Cigarette Butts Led to Arrest of Child “Sexual Predator

    How Police Say Cigarette Butts Led to Arrest of Child “Sexual Predator
    Jan 6 2026
    This report details the arrest of David James Zimbrick for multiple child sexual assaults that occurred in a Kansas park over two decades ago. Although the cases went cold for years, advanced forensic genetic genealogy eventually allowed investigators to identify the suspect by linking DNA from a preserved cigarette butt to his biological relatives. By combining modern consumer database technology with meticulous evidence preservation from the original crime scenes, law enforcement successfully connected the 2000 and 2003 attacks to a single individual. The narrative emphasizes the persistence of detectives who utilized emerging scientific methods to solve a mystery that had remained stagnant for a quarter-century. This breakthrough highlights how modern DNA techniques can secure justice for survivors long after the statute of limitations might have typically discouraged further inquiry. Ultimately, the text serves as a testament to the evolving power of forensic science in holding predatory individuals accountable for historical crimes.

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    29 m
  • The Tragic Discovery of Texas Teen Camila Mendoza Olmos

    The Tragic Discovery of Texas Teen Camila Mendoza Olmos
    Jan 2 2026
    This episode details the tragic disappearance and death of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, who vanished from her Texas home on Christmas Eve 2025. Following an intensive weeklong multi-agency search involving the FBI and local volunteers, authorities discovered her body in a wooded area very close to her residence. The medical examiner confirmed the cause of death as suicide by a firearm, which was recovered at the scene. While the young woman was remembered as vibrant and kind, investigators revealed she had been quietly battling depression and personal stressors. The tragedy has sparked a significant conversation regarding mental health awareness and the importance of crisis resources within the community. Through this narrative, the source highlights the devastating impact of unseen emotional struggles on families and young adults.

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    29 m
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