In 2018, Jackson County Deputy Zachary Wester was suspended, after an internal investigation was conducted into his body camera footage. Later, he would be charged with planting drugs on various community members during traffic stops. Was he guilty, or was there an innocent explanation? Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s ...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 168
13-year-old Dylan Redwine was last seen alive in November 2012, after a court-ordered visit with his father. In 2013, he was found deceased. 8 years later, his father, Mark Redwine, would stand trial for his murder. Did Mark Redwine murder his son, or did something else happen to him? Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Get 15% off your first set of sheets by visiting bollandbranch.com, and using the promo code COURT. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to 2...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 167
13-year-old Dylan Redwine was last seen alive in November 2012, after a court-ordered visit with his father. In 2013, he was found deceased. 8 years later, his father, Mark Redwine, would stand trial for his murder. Did Mark Redwine murder his son, or did something else happen to him? Sponsors in this episode: Grove - For a limited time, get a FREE gift with your first order of $30 or more at Grove.co/COURT. Rothys - Through August 1st, 2021, get $20 off your first purchase of $100 or more at Ro...
Jul 27, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 167
In 2013, 15-year-old Alexis Martin was charged with murder. But Alexis was also a victim herself. How would the criminal justice system handle it? A special thank you to Jessica Contrera, from the Washington Post for talking to us about this case. Read her article about Alexis here: washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/interactive/2021/child-sex-trafficking-alexis-martin-ohio/. Read about Chrystul Kizer (also mentioned in this episode) - https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2019/local/child-sex-traffi...
Jul 19, 2021•44 min•Season 4Ep. 166
In February 2008, tragedy struck Cockeysville, Maryland, when four members of the Browning family were found murdered in their home. Sponsors in this episode: Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. NetSuite - NetSuite is offering a one-of-a-kind financing program when you go to NetSuite.com/COURT. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to 25% off your first year. Stamps.com - Get a special offer that includes a 4-week trial PLUS fr...
Jul 12, 2021•40 min•Season 4Ep. 165
In March 2020, 33-year-old Rebecca Borkowski ended her relationship with her boyfriend, Joshua Aide. The breakup wouldn’t be easy. By July, they had agreed to give each other back their things. By August, a fatal shooting would occur. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. Peloton - Get start...
Jul 06, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 164
In October 2017, Wesley Mathews called the police to report his 3-year-old daughter missing. Two years later, would he FINALLY reveal the truth about what happened in court? NOTE: The “bleep” noise at 9:45 is to protect a minor’s name. Sponsors in this episode: Canva Pro - Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you go to Canva.me/court. Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, a...
Jun 28, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 163
Mollie Tibbetts, a 20-year-old University of Iowa student, went for a run in July 2018, and never returned. A suspect led investigators to her body weeks later, but at trial, he said someone else was to blame. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. NetSuite - Schedule your FREE Product Tour RIGHT NOW at NetSuite.com/COURT. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to...
Jun 22, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 162
In March 2003, 53-year-old Ramona Krotine was found dead in the trunk of her car. Investigators made an arrest, and prosecutors were convinced they had the right guy. But after three trials, could they finally convince a jury? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit ...
Jun 14, 2021•36 min•Season 4Ep. 161
In April 1996, a brutal murder took place after a series of destructive property crimes ravaged the city of Fort Myers, Florida. Who was responsible? A small band of teenagers. Sponsors in this episode: Thrive Causemetics - Visit Thrive Causemetics.com/courtjunkie for 15% off your first order. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order. Go to TakeCareOf....
Jun 07, 2021•38 min•Season 4Ep. 160
In December 2015, 24-year-old Kajavia Globe was found deceased outside a vacant home near Detroit, Michigan. While on trial for her murder, the suspect takes the stand and declares his innocence, telling the jury they got the wrong guy. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to 25% off your first year. Talkspace - Get $100 of...
Jun 02, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 159
In 1994, Patrick Pursley was convicted of murder. 23 years later, after filing his own appeals and pushing for a change in Illinois law, he was finally granted a new trial. To read more about what Patrick Pursley is up to, check out his website www.iamkidculture.org. Sponsors in this episode: Peloton - Get started on your Peloton journey. Go to onepeloton.com to learn more. June’s Journey - Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus ...
May 24, 2021•44 min•Season 4Ep. 158
In August 2017, a young girl was tragically murdered in her home, while at home alone. Her final text messages to her mother could provide a clue to the killer’s identity. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Best Fiends - Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT to save up to 25% off your first year. NetSuite ...
May 17, 2021•55 min•Season 4Ep. 157
Lanny and Donna Horwitz started dating when they were teenagers. They got married, then divorced, married again, and then divorced again. They reunited one last time - before one night would change their lives forever. Sponsors in this episode: Rothy's - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at talkspace.com. LifeLock - Join today by going to Lif...
May 10, 2021•54 min•Season 4Ep. 156
Vicki Prokopovitz disappeared from her home in April 2013, and has never been located. Investigators, however, believe she was murdered, and they believe they know who did it. But at the suspect’s trial, could they prove their theory? If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please consider reaching out for help: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Re...
May 04, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 155
On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police responded to a call of a possible counterfeit bill. By the time the officers left, 46-year-old George Floyd was dead. In this episode, I cover the Defense’s case against former officer Derek Chauvin, as well as the closing arguments and the verdict. To check out the trial in its entirety, visit Law & Crime’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoW1SIeAWaWaKZVNz3OFNMkdy_NLc_L4J Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a m...
Apr 27, 2021•47 min•Season 4Ep. 154
On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police responded to a call of a possible counterfeit bill. By the time the officers left, 46-year-old George Floyd was dead. In this episode, I cover the Prosecution's case against former officer Derek Chauvin. This was a lengthy trial with a lot of evidence and testimony, so I ended up dividing it up into two parts. Part 2 will be released tomorrow. Sponsors in this episode: Blueprint - For the first 100 listeners who go to BlueprintPrep.com and use promo code COURT...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 154
No one disputes who shot and killed Diane Smith McIver - her husband, Tex McIver. But was it a tragic accident, or was it murder? Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. NetSuite - Schedule your FREE Product Tour RIGHT NOW at NetSuite.com/COURT. Thrive Causemetics - Visit Thrive Causemetics.com/courtjunkie for 15% off your first order. LifeLock - Join today by going to LifeLock.com/COURT t...
Apr 19, 2021•46 min•Season 4Ep. 153
No one disputes who shot and killed Diane Smith McIver - her husband, Tex McIver. But was it a tragic accident, or was it murder? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order. Go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. June’s Journ...
Apr 13, 2021•59 min•Season 4Ep. 153
After a 32-year-old mother of two disappeared from a small town in Michigan, her husband became the immediate suspect. But with an ironclad alibi, could he really have been the killer? Thank you to Rex Hall Jr. from the Kalamazoo Gazette for talking to us about this case. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks f...
Apr 05, 2021•42 min•Season 4Ep. 152
In May 2019, an 8-year-old girl was kidnapped from Ft. Worth, Texas. In this episode, we take a look at the intensive searches and investigation that followed. NOTE: This is a true story, but names have been disguised to protect identities of the victim and her family. Sponsors in this episode: Fitish - Try Fitish and get 15% off your order by using the code COURT15 at Fitish.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code C...
Mar 29, 2021•43 min•Season 4Ep. 151
In March 2011, Brandon Willie Martin was living out his dream, after being drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays. But just four years later, he would be facing charges of murder. Sponsors in this episode: Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Uprising - Be one of the first 1,000 to use the code COURT at Uprisingfood.com/court and get free standard shipping. Check out the sampler bundle today! Fitish - Try Fitish and get ...
Mar 22, 2021•56 min•Season 4Ep. 150
In this episode, we take a deeper look into the Cyntoia Brown case - how it all started, and where it stands today. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with NO contract on America’s best networks for up to 50% less. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Fitish - Try Fit...
Mar 15, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 149
In March 2007, Karl Hoerig was found dead at the bottom of his staircase. Who killed him, and why? Sponsors in this episode: Rothys - Check out all the amazing shoes, bags and masks available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show by using the code COURT at Talkspace.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% ...
Mar 08, 2021•58 min•Season 4Ep. 148
NOTE: Please excuse audio issues - the joys of Zoom calls! One day soon, we hope to record together in the studio. Until then, Zoom, it is. In this episode of Sidebar, Jillian and Brittnee chat about the most recent Court Junkie cases, including: - Tai Chan - Sandra Melgar - Lori McConnell - Kayle Fleischauer Jillian also goes over some updates in past Court Junkie cases: - Alexis Murphy - Joel Guy Jr. Then, Jillian shares an interview she did with Valerie Pavilonis, University Editor with the Y...
Mar 05, 2021•54 min•Ep. 291
Prosecutors say Erica Stefanko played a crucial role in the murder of 25-year-old Ashley Biggs, but can they prove it in court? Sponsors in this episode: 1800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800Contacts.com. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Uprising - Be one of the first 1,000 to use the code COURT at Uprisingfood.com/court and get free standard shipping. Check out the sampler bundle today! Jordan Harbinger Show...
Mar 01, 2021•45 min•Season 4Ep. 147
In April 2018, two siblings went to go visit their father for the weekend. Only one of them would leave the house alive. Today’s case examines the case of Chase Fleischauer, and the trial of his father, Kayle Fleischauer. Sponsors in this episode: Purely Elizabeth - Get 25% off your first order on all Purely Elizabeth products by using code: COURTJUNKIE at checkout on purelyelizabeth.com. Straight Talk Wireless - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, ...
Feb 22, 2021•59 min•Season 4Ep. 146
On July 10, 2018, the lives of Lori McConnell’s children were changed forever. The system that was supposed to save her, didn’t. Thank you to Ryan VanDoren and Lora Bennett for sharing their story with us. Sponsors in this episode: 1800-CONTACTS - Order online at 1800Contacts.com. Literati - Head to Literati.com/COURT for 25% off your first two orders. Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. Purely Elizabeth - Get ...
Feb 15, 2021•42 min•Season 4Ep. 145
It’s a case that has been covered and picked apart for years, yet there are still many questions that linger. In December 2012, Houston police responded to a brutal murder scene - Jim Melgar was found dead in his bedroom, while his wife of 32 years, Sandra Melgar, was tied up in a bathroom closet. Sandra told investigators she had suffered a seizure and didn’t know who killed her husband and locked her up. Investigators didn’t believe her, and she was charged and later convicted of his murder. I...
Feb 08, 2021•44 min•Season 4Ep. 144
In this first episode of Sidebar, Jillian and Brittnee discuss the most recent Court Junkie cases, including: - Skylar Nemetz Joel Guy Jr. David Dooley Jillian also goes over some updates in past Court Junkie cases: - Jamarion Lawhorn - Anita Smithey Then, Jillian and Brittnee discuss the death of Phil Spector and how the media covered it, before diving into cases they are currently following. Those cases include a man who survived multiple attempts on his life, a heroic waitress, and the tragic...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 289
