Rex Heuermann was arrested in 2023 after investigators linked him to the Long Island Serial Killer case through DNA evidence, burner phones and a renewed task force investigation. He pled guilty in April 2026. The victims linked to Heuermann include Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman, Amber Costello, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Jessica Taylor, Valerie Mack, Sandra Costilla and Karen Vergata. In this episode of Australian True Crime International, we’re joined by Shannon McGarvey, host of the LISK p...
May 13, 2026•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 786
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Rex Heuermann was arrested in 2023 after investigators linked him to the Long Island Serial Killer case through DNA evidence, burner phones and a renewed task force investigation. He pled guilty in April 2026. The victims linked to Heuermann include Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman, Amber Costello, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Jessica Taylor, Valerie Mack, Sandra C...
May 13, 2026•16 min•Season 1Ep. 785
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Criminologist Dr Xanthe Weston joins us to discuss the current "hospitality wars" terrorising venues across Melbourne. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please repo...
May 11, 2026•13 min•Season 1Ep. 783
Criminologist Dr Xanthe Weston joins us to discuss the current "hospitality wars" terrorising venues across Melbourne. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify pla...
May 10, 2026•31 min•Season 1Ep. 784
This week on True Crime Tonight, we unpack the latest true crime headlines, discuss the documentary Love Con Revenge, and speak with Ashleigh Freckleton about the documentary Twisted Yoga. Hosted by Meshel Laurie, True Crime Tonight airs Sundays from 6–7pm on KIIS, breaking down the biggest crime stories, documentaries and cases everyone’s talking about. Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on Speakpipe here. For Support: Lifeline on 1...
May 10, 2026•19 min•Season 1Ep. 782
Ashleigh Freckleton was 25, living alone in London after a breakup, when she was drawn into what seemed like a spiritual yoga community. To immerse herself fully into that community, Ashleigh travelled to Romania to practice its teachings. Now featured in Apple TV's Twisted Yoga , she shares how that experience escalated into an alleged world of coercion, exploitation, and psychological control that followed her across Europe. You can watch Twisted Yoga on Apple TV and follow Ashleigh on Instagr...
May 06, 2026•58 min•Season 1Ep. 781
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Ashleigh Freckleton was 25, living alone in London after a breakup, when she was drawn into what seemed like a spiritual yoga community. To immerse herself fully into that community, Ashleigh travelled to Romania to practice its teachings. Now featured in Apple TV's Twisted Yoga , she shares how that experience escalated into an alleged world of coercion, exploit...
May 06, 2026•14 min•Season 1Ep. 780
Record a voice message for us on Speakpipe here. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline on 13...
May 03, 2026•30 min•Season 1Ep. 779
Hosted by Australia’s queen of true crime, Meshel Laurie, the show airs Sundays from 6–7pm on KIIS, unpacking the cases everyone’s talking about. From headline making crimes and celebrity scandals to the trials dominating the news, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT cuts through the noise with sharp insights, bold opinions, and your chance to be part of the conversation. Each episode goes beyond the headlines, diving into the twists, theories and unanswered questions that keep us hooked. Whether it’s forensic d...
May 03, 2026•27 min•Season 1Ep. 778
Tara Brown, senior reporter for 60 Minutes, joins us to unpack the Epstein files. We focus on her documentary The Reckoning: Inside the Epstein Files, exploring the network and influence of Jeffrey Epstein, the experiences of survivors, and the fallout after his death. You can watch The Reckoning on Stan and 9Now. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please repo...
Apr 29, 2026•34 min•Season 1Ep. 777
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Tara Brown, senior reporter for 60 Minutes, joins us to unpack the Epstein files. We focus on her documentary The Reckoning: Inside the Epstein Files, exploring the network and influence of Jeffrey Epstein, the experiences of survivors, and the fallout after his death. You can watch The Reckoning on Stan and 9Now. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtub...
Apr 29, 2026•14 min•Season 1Ep. 776
Have you ever wondered what kind of person could defend a murderer? Have you ever wondered what kind of person does autopsies for a living? On today's episode, you're about to meet one of each. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 0...
Apr 26, 2026•59 min•Season 1Ep. 775
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Have you ever wondered what kind of person could defend a murderer? Have you ever wondered what kind of person does autopsies for a living? On today's episode, you're about to meet one of each. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have in...
Apr 26, 2026•17 min•Season 1Ep. 774
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Brenden Abbott is one of Australia’s most infamous bank robbers, a figure whose crimes, repeated prison escapes, and years spent evading capture throughout the 1990s turned him into something of an outlaw legend. To unpack the story behind both the legend and the reality, we’re joined by Abe Maddison (AKA Derek Pedley), author of The Postcard Bandit , an authoris...
Apr 24, 2026•18 min•Season 1Ep. 772
Brenden Abbott is one of Australia’s most infamous bank robbers, a figure whose crimes, repeated prison escapes, and years spent evading capture throughout the 1990s turned him into something of an outlaw legend. To unpack the story behind both the legend and the reality, we’re joined by Abe Maddison (AKA Derek Pedley), author of The Postcard Bandit , an authorised biography of Brenden Abbott. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can purchase your copy of The Postcar...
Apr 23, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 773
Sarah Kopp was groomed from the age of 15 by her high school PE teacher, Paul Grealy, beginning an unlawful relationship that continued into adulthood. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can learn more about Step In For Kids at: https://www.stepinforkids.org/ You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppe...
Apr 19, 2026•58 min•Season 1Ep. 771
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Sarah Kopp was groomed from the age of 15 by her high school PE teacher, Paul Grealy, beginning an unlawful relationship that continued into adulthood. You can learn more about Step In For Kids at: https://www.stepinforkids.org/ You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of ...
Apr 19, 2026•17 min•Season 1Ep. 770
Former homicide detective Jeff Maher talks to us about the case that finally exposed Australian serial killer Peter Dupas. This episode originally aired October 26th, 2017 (Episode 31) Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. For Support: Lifel...
Apr 15, 2026•33 min•Season 1Ep. 769
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Former homicide detective Jeff Maher talks to us about the case that finally exposed Australian serial killer Peter Dupas. This episode originally aired October 26th, 2017 (Episode 31) Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certa...
Apr 15, 2026•14 min•Season 1Ep. 768
Julie Hatton was 22 years old when she died from a gunshot wound at Darreen Station in 1978, leaving behind her 10-week-old daughter, Natalie. While her death was ruled a suicide, Natalie questions that conclusion, pointing to missing evidence and concerns raised by a former attending police officer. Natalie joins us to explain why she’s appealing the Coroner's decision against an inquest, and we encourage listeners to hear the deeper investigation in Graeme Crowley's podcast, The Guarantor. You...
Apr 12, 2026•47 min•Season 1Ep. 767
On March 19, 2004, Brianna Maitland’s car was discovered backed into an abandoned farmhouse known as the Dutchburn House, with personal items left behind but no sign of the 17-year-old. Brianna had been building an independent life, working two jobs and studying for her GED, and was last seen leaving her shift at the Black Lantern Inn late the night before. On this episode of Australian True Crime International, we speak with Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna, hosts of the podcast Missing. You c...
Apr 08, 2026•41 min•Season 1Ep. 765
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. On March 19, 2004, Brianna Maitland’s car was discovered backed into an abandoned farmhouse known as the Dutchburn House, with personal items left behind but no sign of the 17-year-old. Brianna had been building an independent life, working two jobs and studying for her GED, and was last seen leaving her shift at the Black Lantern Inn late the night before. On th...
Apr 08, 2026•16 min•Season 1Ep. 764
In 2007, Australia was captivated by the two week run of father and son outlaws Gino and Mark Stocco. They evaded police by driving laps around the southern states of Australia, while social media went wild with sightings and memes. Eventually, they were captured, and the real story, more bizarre than anyone could have imagined, could finally be told. Journalist Nino Bucci has written the definitive account in his book, "The Stoccos: Like Father Like Son" and he joins us to talk about it. This i...
Apr 05, 2026•43 min•Season 1Ep. 763
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. In 2007, Australia was captivated by the two week run of father and son outlaws Gino and Mark Stocco. They evaded police by driving laps around the southern states of Australia, while social media went wild with sightings and memes. Eventually, they were captured, and the real story, more bizarre than anyone could have imagined, could finally be told. Journalist ...
Apr 05, 2026•17 min•Season 1Ep. 762
Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been shot dead by Australian police after seven months on the run, following the fatal shooting of two officers, Neal Thompson and Vadim De Waart-Hottart, at his rural Porepunkah property last August. Authorities say the 56-year-old, linked to sovereign citizen ideology, died after an hours-long stand-off in bushland when he refused to surrender. We unpack what is known so far about the case, the manhunt and the broader concerns around anti-government extremism with Hol...
Apr 01, 2026•29 min•Season 1Ep. 761
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been shot dead by Australian police after seven months on the run, following the fatal shooting of two officers, Neal Thompson and Vadim De Waart-Hottart, at his rural Porepunkah property last August. Authorities say the 56-year-old, linked to sovereign citizen ideology, died after an hours-long stand-off in bushland when he refused to s...
Apr 01, 2026•11 min•Season 1Ep. 760
This is part 2 of our conversation with former Homicide Detective, Charlie Bezzina about the lesser known cases from his 38 year career with Victoria Police. You can listen to part 1 "Episode 737: Strange Investigations with Charlie Bezzina" here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Want...
Mar 29, 2026•55 min•Season 1Ep. 759
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. This is part 2 of our conversation with former Homicide Detective, Charlie Bezzina about the lesser known cases from his 38 year career with Victoria Police. You can listen to part 1 "Episode 737: Strange Investigations with Charlie Bezzina" here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have informatio...
Mar 29, 2026•17 min•Season 1Ep. 758
Yesterday, (March 25th 2026), the Albanese Government introduced legislation known as the Survivors Law, aimed at preventing convicted child sexual abusers from using superannuation to shield assets from unpaid court-ordered compensation. If passed, the reforms would allow victim-survivors to seek access to certain additional super contributions from their offenders, and would ensure those debts can still be pursued even if an offender declares bankruptcy. Today, we are re-issuing episode 265 fr...
Mar 25, 2026•46 min•Season 1Ep. 757
This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Pauline Sowry disappeared from Wollongong’s northern suburbs in December 1993 at the age of 49. An inquest in 2008 found she likely died after a reported sighting the following year, yet her body has never been located, and the case has continued to develop with a dedicated police task force in 2022, a 500 thousand dollar reward announced in 2024, and a charge la...
Mar 23, 2026•16 min•Season 1Ep. 755
