In part 3 of our coverage of the Meredith Kercher murder case, we delve into the complex legal landscape surrounding the investigation. We explore the various trials and legal proceedings that occurred over many years- from the initial trial of Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito to their eventual acquittal and subsequent re-trial. We examine the evidence presented, the arguments made by the prosecution and defense, and the ultimate outcomes of these legal battles. Join us as we navigate the twis...
Apr 17, 2024•47 min•Season 5Ep. 14
In part two of our Meredith Kercher murder case coverage, we focus on the arrests of key players in the case and a false confession that played a pivotal role in the investigation and trial. The interrogation of Amanda Knox, Meredith's American roommate, and how her initial statement to the police was coerced under intense pressure ultimately leads to a domino effect that turns disastrous for her. We examine the impact of this false confession on the case, as well as the media frenzy and public ...
Apr 10, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 14
Our next true crime deep-dive is on the tragic case of Meredith Kercher, a British exchange student whose life was cut short in Perugia, Italy. Meredith was found brutally murdered in the house she shared with other students in November 2007. In part 1, we explore the beginning of the investigation into her murder, which starts to uncover a complex web of suspicion, especially surrounding Meredith's roommate Amanda Knox and Knox's boyfriend at the time, Raffaele Sollecito. Join us as we unravel ...
Apr 03, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 13
In the final part of our Laci Peterson murder case deep dive, we discuss the new bombshell revelation that The Innocence Project has taken on the case, offering to review the evidence and potentially assist in Scott Peterson's defense. As the promise of new evidence emerges, The Innocence Project's involvement adds a new layer of complexity to the case, and we cover some of the compelling evidence that once went under-the-radar that may now hold the key to Scott's innocence once and for all. FIN...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 12
In part three of our coverage of Laci Peterson's murder, we delve into the trial of her husband, Scott Peterson. The high-profile trial was a high-stakes legal battle that hinged on forensic evidence, witness testimonies, and the portrayal of Scott Peterson's character. We explore how the prosecution painted Scott as a callous and deceitful husband who sought to escape his marriage through murder, while the defense argued that there was no direct evidence linking him to the crime. Expert witness...
Mar 20, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In the second part of our Laci Peterson murder case deep dive, we explore how the police investigation into Laci's disappearance quickly focused on her husband, Scott. As details emerged about Scott's behavior leading up to and after Laci went missing, the spotlight intensified on him as the prime suspect despite compelling evidence to the contrary. We also delve into the discovery of Scott's extramarital affair with Amber Frey, a revelation that shocked the nation and added a new layer of compl...
Mar 13, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In the first part of our next true crime deep dive, we delve into the case of Laci Peterson, a pregnant woman who vanished without a trace on Christmas Eve in 2002. As the search for Laci intensifies, her husband, Scott Peterson, becomes the prime suspect in a case that captivated the nation. Join us as we explore the events leading up to Laci's disappearance, the initial investigation, and the twists and turns that begin to unfold in this tragic case. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @crimef...
Mar 06, 2024•49 min•Season 5Ep. 9
In the conclusion of our deep dive into the Caylee Anthony case, we examine the long-awaited verdict. After a trial that captured the nation's attention, the jury delivers its decision on the fate of Casey Anthony. We explore the factors that may have influenced the jury's decision and the aftermath of their controversial decision. We also discuss the impact of the verdict on the Anthony family, the legal community, and the public perception of the case. Join us as we unravel the final chapter o...
Feb 28, 2024•46 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In the third part of our Caylee Anthony murder case coverage, we delve into the courtroom proceedings and the trial that captivated the world. With a focus on the defense's strategy and both side's conflicting and contradictory evidence, we unravel the complexities of this high-profile case. From expert witnesses to character testimonies, we examine the defense's efforts to create reasonable doubt and secure an acquittal for their client and talk about where the prosecution went wrong in their p...
Feb 21, 2024•54 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In part 2 of our deep dive into the Caylee Anthony case, we scrutinize Casey Anthony's actions and choices, casting a spotlight on her behavior during the crucial 31-day period before Caylee was reported missing. As we navigate through the countless questionable actions during that timeframe, we examine the perplexing timeline and delve into the unsettling discovery of Caylee's body in December 2008. Tune in as we unravel the complexities surrounding Casey's behavior, the media spectacle that th...
Feb 14, 2024•59 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In our next true crime deep dive, we discuss one of the most perplexing and heartbreaking criminal cases of our time—the death of Caylee Anthony. The disappearance of two-year-old Caylee captured the nation's attention as her mother, Casey Anthony, faced accusations of murder. Part 1 introduces the background of the case and details the event that initially ignited the public's interest: a 911 call from Cindy Anthony on July 16, 2008 reporting her granddaughter Caylee missing- a whopping 31 days...
Feb 07, 2024•53 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In the final episode of our four-part deep dive into the Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman murder case, we talk about the verdict heard around the world: not guilty. After discussing the shocking verdict that divided the American public, we shift our focus to O.J. Simpson's life post-acquittal. We talk about the legal hurdles he faced, including the highly-publicized civil lawsuit filed by the victim's families and his 2008 arrest in Las Vegas. We break down the key events, examining the impact on O....
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Join us for part 3 of our discussion about the Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman murders as we go deep into the heart of the O.J. Simpson trial, where the courtroom becomes a crucible for justice, and societal strains heighten the stakes. We talk about the trial's key moments, from the haunting crime scene to the dramatic courtroom theatrics that unfolded over months. Against the backdrop of the transformed political and social landscape shaped by the Rodney King case just a few years earlier, the O....
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 3
In part two of our coverage of the Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman murders, we explore prime suspect O.J. Simpson's dramatic transformation into a fugitive and the infamous Bronco chase that unfolded before a stunned world. As suspicions increased and the public's attention on this case reached a fever pitch, O.J. Simpson became a focal point of a nationwide manhunt, triggering an unprecedented sequence of events. Join us on this gripping journey as we dissect the fallout from the crime scene and t...
Jan 17, 2024•51 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In the early hours of June 13, 1994, a chilling discovery unfolded outside Nicole Brown's Brentwood home – the lifeless bodies of Nicole and her friend Ronald Goldman, bathed in blood. Shockwaves rippled through investigators as they faced the gruesome scene. All eyes turned to O.J. Simpson, her estranged ex-husband and Hollywood icon, as the prime suspect. As we embark on this gripping journey, we delve into the turbulent 1980s and 90s, spotlighting the tumultuous marriage between O.J. and Nico...
Jan 10, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In September 1992, 20-year-old Acadia University student Kenley Matheson vanished without a trace. Only two weeks into his first semester, Kenley's new friend Tom Gordon spots Kenley walking on the streets of Wolfville, Nova Scotia the evening of September 21 for the final time. What happened after this alleged sighting has been a mystery for over thirty years. In the time since Kenley went missing, several theories have emerged (some plausible and others shocking). In the second part of our sea...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 20
In September 1992, 20-year-old Acadia University student Kenley Matheson vanishes without a trace. Only two weeks into his first semester, Kenley's new friend Tom Gordon spots Kenley walking on the streets of Wolfville, Nova Scotia the evening of September 21 for the final time. What happened after this alleged sighting have been a mystery for over thirty years. In the time since Kenley went missing, several theories have emerged (some plausible and others shocking). In the first part of our sea...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Holly was a smart, vibrant, social graduate student attending Dalhousie University in Halifax, NS. She was only 31 years old when a bizarre series of events led to a tragic incident that ended her life. What actually happened on that cold March night in 2010 may never be known but her family never gave up on finding answers for Holly. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @crimefamilypodcast Twitter: @crimefamilypod1 Facebook: Crime Family Podcast Email: crimefamilypodcast@gmail.com Become a patro...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 7 min
In the early morning hours of March 17, 1995 in Pickering, Ontario, six teenage boys go missing seemingly without a trace. At 12:50am, they leave a house party and head to a local marina to "goof around". At 1:48am, three of the boys are spotted on surveillance footage at the marina. Between 2:30 and 3:00am, locals hear the sound of a motor boat near the docks. Then, the trail goes cold with no concrete information surfacing about the whereabouts of the six boys nearly 30 years later. Police com...
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 17
After over 50 years, the murders of Jesse McBane and Patricia Mann are still a Valentine's mystery. The two young college students are tortured and murdered after attending a Valentine's dance together in Durham, North Carolina in 1971. Despite re-opening the case decades later, testing DNA evidence, and confronting multiple leads, the case remains unsolved to this day. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @crimefamilypodcast Twitter: @crimefamilypod1 Facebook: Crime Family Podcast Email: crimefa...
Feb 15, 2023•50 min•Season 4Ep. 16
On New Year's Day 1991, Catherine Carroll was murdered in her own home in St. John's, Newfoundland. Her son Greg Parsons was the one who found her lifeless body on the bathroom floor- stabbed a total of 53 times. Soon after her murder, the police focused in on Greg as the culprit, despite there being zero pieces of forensic evidence tying him to the crime. Over the next several years, Greg Parsons and his family embarked on a fight for justice- a process that involved a wrongful conviction, an e...
Feb 08, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 15
On New Year's Eve 2020, 20-year-old Zack Lefave attended a party in Plymouth, a 15-minute drive from the larger town of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Just before midnight struck, Zack inexplicably left the party alone and decided to walk back to Yarmouth. During his walk home, Zack made several phone calls to friends saying he was in another town that was over five hours in the opposite direction of his intended destination. A few eye witnesses see him walking alongside the highway with his pants off i...
Feb 01, 2023•44 min•Season 4Ep. 14
On December 30, 2022, Bryan Christopher Kohberger was arrested in connection to the murders of four University of Idaho students that occured just six weeks earlier. Join us for this special update episode as we discuss the latest developments in this case, what we know about the suspect and where the case lies right now. We covered this case earlier this season, and since then there has been a ton of progress in the investigation and we're here to cover it all. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagra...
Jan 25, 2023•50 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Robert “Willy” Pickton is one of Canada’s most notorious serial killers. His killing spree went uninterrupted for years, starting in the early 1990s until his arrest in 2002. Living on a dirty pig farm all his life, Willy was known for his stench, his money, and his frequent company with sex workers. Despite rumours and eyewitness accounts, police could not connect Willy to the dozens of women going missing from Vancouver’s downtown east side. It took them years to admit a serial killer was roam...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Elizabeth Wettlaufer was a nurse working the night shifts at Caressant Care, a long-term care home in Woodstock, Ontario beginning in 2007. Shortly after her arrival at the home, residents began passing away in their sleep. However, because they were elderly and nothing about their deaths seemed suspicious, no autopsies were conducted. If only the care home dug a little deeper into the circumstances surrounding the residents' deaths, they would have learned the sinister details about what was re...
Jan 11, 2023•45 min•Season 4Ep. 11
In part 2 of our Canadian serial killer mini series, we cover the case of Bruce McArthur, a 66-year-old self employed landscaper who was arrested in January 2018 and eventually charged with the murder and dismemberment of eight men in Toronto's gay village from 2010-2017. Bruce left his family and suburban life behind after coming out in his 40's and relocating to Toronto in the late 1990's. Over the next several years, his violent side began to emerge which resulted in a few run-ins with the la...
Dec 28, 2022•55 min•Season 4Ep. 10
As a special thank-you to our listeners, we are unlocking a patron-only bonus episode for all of you! In this Christmas-themed bonus episode, we discuss the Lawson Family Massacre that took place on December 25, 1929 in small town North Carolina. Charles Lawson, the family patriarch, seemingly snaps on Christmas day and decides to take the lives of almost his entire family and then turns the gun on himself. This case has just as many questions as it does answers which we can only speculate about...
Dec 26, 2022•31 min
Welcome to the four-part miniseries on Canadian serial killers. In part 1, we'll be discussing Dellen Millard, who was not your typical serial killer. Dellen had a loving family, lots of opportunities and was wealthy growing up- but all that didn't stop him from becoming a murderer. If it wasn't for his arrogance and a few missteps he may have gotten away with it all and maybe even continued to kill. This is the story of a man who eluded capture by police until he already took the lives of three...
Dec 21, 2022•46 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Garnett Spears was only five-years-old when he dies in hospital after years of health struggles and mysterious illnesses. Upon further investigation, police begin to suspect that his death may actually be murder at the hands of the person he should have been able to trust the most: his own mother. Lacey Spears had been documenting her son's medical journey through the years, ever since he started experiencing mysterious symptoms just weeks after he was born. Close family and friends begin to gro...
Dec 14, 2022•38 min•Season 4Ep. 8
The Mr. Big tactic used in Canada continues to be controversial as many believe it often elicits false confessions from those targeted by this undercover method. The case of Sebastian Burns and Atif Rafay is no exception. There is evidence that supports both sides of the argument as authorities in Canada and the US investigate the brutal murders of three members of the Rafay family. Having been behind bars for almost two decades, Sebastian and Atif still claim their innocence. Were they wrongful...
Dec 07, 2022•57 min•Season 4Ep. 7
