Leon Benson spent 24 years in an Indiana state prison for the 1998 murder of a young man named Kasey Schoen. His conviction hinged on the testimony of two eyewitnesses – but what if their memories turned out to be wrong? And what if the people who knew what really happened had never been allowed to speak? Suspect Season 3: Five Shots in the Dark is the story of two victims: one murdered, one sentenced to life. Follow host Matt Shaer and attorney Lara Bazelon as they investigate how the justice s...
Jul 17, 2023•6 min•Ep. 56
In 2017, Taylor Wright had been ordered by the court to return the money she took out of a joint account she held with her ex-husband. She left one morning to go to the bank to get the money and disappeared. Even those closest to her thought she might have left, buckling under the stress. But the police investigation showed that was not the case. This case is solved. Podcast recommendation: Strictly Stalking is available in your favorite podcast app! Sponsors: June's Journey: Can you crack the c...
Jul 05, 2023•51 min•Ep. 20
When only two people are in the room when a gun goes off, only two people can tell us what happened. But when one of them is dead and the police don’t believe the survivor, it’s up to the evidence to tell the truth. This case is solved but disputed. Want more content? Check out my other podcast Crimelines & Consequences in your favorite podcast app or on YouTube. Come meet me! August 26-28 – True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Links to all my soc...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 19
Matthew Rattlesnake Grant disappeared and was murdered on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in December of 2016. His family in the United States and Canada now push for media coverage of missing and murdered Natives as part of the MMIP (Missing and Murdered Indigenous People/Persons) movement and for arrests in Matthew's case. PART 1: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/episodes/2023/5/10/the-murder-of-matthew-rattlesnake-grant-mmip PART 2: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/episodes/2023/5/17/the...
Jun 26, 2023•15 min•Ep. 54
A stranger carrying flowers rang a doorbell in an upscale Atlanta neighborhood and carried out a murder-for-hire. Though the police identified their prime suspect on day 1, it would take nearly 20 years for justice. This case is solved. Want more content? Check out my other podcast Crimelines & Consequences in your favorite podcast app or on YouTube. Sponsors: Try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder and get up to 40% off shopbeam.com/Crimelines and use code CRIMELINES at checkout Turn your food...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 18
When someone’s default position is to lie, everything they do raises eyebrows. And when they have changing stories about how their husband died, the eyebrows being raised are those of the police. This case is solved. Podcast Recommendation: Cult Liter by Wondery Want more content? Check out my other podcast Crimelines & Consequences in your favorite podcast app or on YouTube. Come meet me! June 10th and 11th – CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ (use code CRIMELINES for 10% off) August ...
Jun 07, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 17
In 1989, a man was arrested for a triple murder. What no one knew at the time was that his story would eventually lead to the overhaul of the death penalty in Tennessee 33 years later. This case is solved. Want more content? Check out my other podcast Crimelines & Consequences in your favorite podcast app or on YouTube. Come meet me! June 10th and 11th – CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ (use code CRIMELINES for 10% off) August 26-28 – True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival: https...
May 24, 2023•52 min•Ep. 16
From the outside, Richard and Phyllis Nelson had the perfect marriage. And even those on the inside, like their daughters, saw it that way until their father’s personality seemed to change. Phyllis saw his anger as a byproduct of work stress but she soon found out that wasn’t all. This case is solved. Podcast recommendation: Follow American Scandal: Kids for Cash. Listen ad-free on the Amazon Music or Wondery app Sponsors: Lomi: Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi...
May 17, 2023•46 min•Ep. 15
This Mother’s Day, join Shane Waters on a chilling adventure featuring 14 podcasters (including CRIMELINES!) as they share sinister stories of motherhood. Mother’s Day is typically a time to honor the love and sacrifices of mothers, but today we’ll be exploring the twisted tales that lurk behind the shadows. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 2: Once Upon A Crime [ https://www.truecrimepodcast.com ] PNW Haunts & Homicides [ https://www.pnwhauntsandhomicides.com ] The Trail...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 55
This Mother’s Day, join Shane Waters on a chilling adventure featuring 14 podcasters (including CRIMELINES!) as they share sinister stories of motherhood. Mother’s Day is typically a time to honor the love and sacrifices of mothers, but today we’ll be exploring the twisted tales that lurk behind the shadows. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 1: Foul Play: Crime Series [ www.itsfoulplay.com ] Music City 911[ https://musiccity911.com ] Crimes from the East [ https://tinyurl.com...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 56
When Bart and Krista Halderson were reported missing in July 2021 by their son Chandler, the police began their usual inquiries. They had no idea that within days, they would have all the answers and those answers would be brutal. This case is solved. Podcast recommendation: Listen to FBI Retired Case File Review now! Sponsors: Give a meaningful gift with StoryWorth! Save $10 on your first purchase when you go to storyworth.com/crimelines Come meet me! June 10th and 11th – CrimeCon UK: https://w...
May 03, 2023•52 min•Ep. 14
An heiress to a fortune falls critically ill just as her marriage is falling apart. Decades after a sensational trial where her husband was the defendant, people still ask if justice was done. This case is disputed. Podcast recommendation: FBI Retired Case File Review Sponsors: Come meet me! June 10th and 11th – CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ (use code CRIMELINES for 10% off) August 26-28 – True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Links to all m...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 13
After Tracey Richter killed a home intruder, she was hailed as the mother who risked it all to protect her children. The dead man’s mother said the whole truth would one day come out. It took a decade before that would happen though some say the truth was always out there. This case is *solved* but disputed Podcast recommendation: Follow Generation Why to hear their 4 part series on Kalief Browder. Listen ad-free on the Amazon Music or Wondery app Sponsors: Lomi: Turn your food waste into dirt w...
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 12
A Washington mother was reported missing in October 2019. When the police began investigating, they were shocked to learn that she had been missing for a year and a half and the people closest to her couldn’t keep their stories straight. If you know anything, call the Spokane Police Department at (509) 755-2489 Website recommendation: https://uncovered.com/cases This case is *unsolved* Come meet me! June 10th and 11th – CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ (use code CRIMELINES for 10% off) A...
Apr 12, 2023•35 min•Ep. 11
A young woman was seen entering an apartment building but the cameras never saw her leave. When she was reported missing, all eyes were on that apartment but no forensic evidence was recovered. Would a purely circumstantial case ever hold up in court? This case is *solved* Podcast Recommendation: FBI Retired Case Review with Jerri Williams Come meet me! May 6th – True Crime Live Birmingham Alabama https://www.facebook.com/events/1157789278216790 June 10th and 11th – CrimeCon UK: https://www.crim...
Apr 05, 2023•46 min•Ep. 10
This Easter, join Shane Waters on a whimsical adventure featuring 13 podcasters (including CRIMELINES!) as they share true stories of con artists and fake deaths. Delve into the magical world of the Enchanted Easterlands, where you’ll encounter peculiar characters and captivating true crime tales. Discover the history and origins of Easter, and experience a journey like no other. It’s an extra special, two part, more than two-hour, Easter event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: P...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 56
This Easter, join Shane Waters on a whimsical adventure featuring 13 podcasters (including CRIMELINES!) as they share true stories of con artists and fake deaths. Delve into the magical world of the Enchanted Easterlands, where you’ll encounter peculiar characters and captivating true crime tales. Discover the history and origins of Easter, and experience a journey like no other. It’s an extra special, two part, more than two-hour, Easter event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: P...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 56
In 1981, a taekwondo instructor in Oklahoma was killed by an unknown assailant. Years later, the killer confessed though his exact motives were still in question. But when that confessed murderer escaped from prison–taking someone with him –we were left with even more questions. This case is *solved* Sponsors: Get better sleep now with Blissy and use CRIMELINES to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/CRIMELINES Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code ...
Mar 16, 2023•59 min•Ep. 9
In the early 2000s, Colorado’s hate crime laws didn’t include sexuality or gender identity. In spite of a killer bragging about bug-smashing a gay person, the murderer of Nádleehí/Two Spirit teen FC Martinez has been walking free since 2018 For additional information and support for LGBTQ+ youth: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ To watch the Two Spirits documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbJ31jbknW0 https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=EbJ31jbknW0&pli=1 https://tv.apple...
Mar 08, 2023•37 min•Ep. 8
When the police conducted a welfare check on Raymond Green, his wife Dani welcomed them onto the property and allowed them to search… they could search anywhere except the padlocked metal box in the yard. When the police came back with a warrant, they learned what was hidden in that box. For more information on the treatment of PTSD: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355973 This case is *solved* Come meet me! True Crime Live: ...
Mar 01, 2023•43 min•Ep. 7
For 40 years, the city of Cedar Rapids wondered if they had a killer among them. And when the case finally looked solved thanks to DNA, the defense looked back to evidence collection methods from the 1970s and said it wasn’t such an open-and-shut case. This case is *solved* Come meet me! True Crime Live: Albuquerque https://www.facebook.com/events/864834331264583 CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ (use code CRIMELINES for 10% off) True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival: https://truecri...
Feb 22, 2023•41 min•Ep. 6
When a woman was murdered in her apartment, the police told her neighbors to call in any tip they had, no matter how small it may seem. But when one man called in about a dream he had, he landed himself at the top of the suspect list. This case is *unsolved* Sponsors: Get better sleep now with Blissy and use CRIMELINES to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/CRIMELINES Come meet me! True Crime Live: Albuquerque https://www.facebook.com/events/864834331264583 CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon....
Feb 15, 2023•40 min•Ep. 5
…12 dates … …14 love gone wrong stories… …Will YOU be my Valentine? This Valentine’s Day, prepare for a unique podcast experience! Shane Waters will introduce 14 crime podcast hosts, including Crimelines! Each host brings a new, love gone wrong true story to mix. It’s an extra special, two-part, more than two-hour, Valentine's event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: In this Part 2 Episode: 1. Sirens [ https://tinyurl.com/2p8avykh] 2. The Trail Went Cold [ https://tinyurl.com/2zyd...
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 57
…12 dates … …14 love gone wrong stories… …Will YOU be my Valentine? This Valentine’s Day, prepare for a unique podcast experience! Shane Waters will introduce 14 crime podcast hosts, including Crimelines! Each host brings a new, love gone wrong true story to mix. It’s an extra special, two-part, more than two-hour, Valentine's event. Part 1 of 2. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: In this Part 1 Episode: 1. Murder She Told [ https://murdershetold.com/connect] 2. True Crime Island [...
Feb 09, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 56
When a key witness refused to testify against a defendant, the entire case was in jeopardy until the prosecutors found a new angle to take. This case is *solved* Sponsors: Daily Harvest: Get up to $40 OFF your first box at dailyharvest.com/crimelines (psst: I get the monthly box so I have quick, easy, and delicious plant-based lunches on hand at all times!) Come meet me! True Crime Live: Albuquerque https://www.facebook.com/events/864834331264583 CrimeCon UK: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ (use cod...
Feb 01, 2023•48 min•Ep. 4
"The Amana Ax Murders" sounds like a case that would have happened in 1910. But it happened in 1980 and in spite of developments in DNA, it remains unsolved. But two similar cases point to a single suspect with an odd signature. Could he have committed this crime too? Podcast recommendation: Scene of the Crime https://www.abjackentertainment.com/scene-of-the-crime Sponsors: Get better sleep now with Blissy and use CRIMELINES to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/CRIMELINES Sources: https://...
Jan 25, 2023•44 min•Ep. 3
This episode will cover the time Keyes was in Texas after murdering Samantha Koenig but before he went back to Alaska to dispose of her body and send the ransom note. This case is *unsolved* My deepest gratitude to Josh Hallmark from True Crime Bullsh** for working with me on this episode and for graciously allowing me to use clips from interviews. https://www.our-americana.com/tcb Sponsors: Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CRIMELINES and get on your way to being your best self Source...
Jan 18, 2023•59 min•Ep. 2
In 2012, Israel Keyes was arrested for using a missing woman’s debit card. He was named as the sole person of interest in her murder. But when he started talking, the FBI realized they had a serial killer on their hands. This case is *solved* Sponsors: Lomi: Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code CRIMELINES to save $50 at lomi.com/CRIMELINES Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vDL4YoWPRkUdf3IpjNQMPoS4nidJIjtiG2sm6aW08ss/edit?usp=sharing For tra...
Jan 11, 2023•55 min•Ep. 1
Changes to Crimelines for 2023 and some case updates! Order of updates: DJ Fickey Jennifer Dulos and Daybell/Vallow Lady of the Dunes Breonna Taylor Robert Durst Angela Green Tommy Zeigler Barry and Honey Sherman Katelyn Kelley Sherri Papini Licensing and credits: Editing and production assistance by We Talk of Dream https://wetalkofdreams.com/ Theme music by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/ Cover Art by Lars Hacking from Rusty Hinges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...
Jan 01, 2023•20 min•Ep. 56
Welcome to Day 12 of the 12 Days of Crimelines! An off duty police officer was killed, a suspect identified, and yet the case remains unsolved after nearly 35 years. But the key to the case is out there and one tip could bring it all together. I’m Charlie and welcome to crimelines. If you have any information about this case, call the Walnut Creek Police Department at (925) 943-5844. This case is *unsolved* Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vDL4YoWPRkUdf3IpjNQMPoS4nidJIjtiG2sm6aW08ss/...
Dec 25, 2022•31 min•Ep. 55
