Fifteen: Inside the Daniel Marsh Murders

Claudia and Chip fell in love in their golden years, surrounded by children and grandchildren. But in the early morning hours of April 14, 2013, their 17 years of marriage came to a brutal end: stabbed to death inside their Davis, California home. Police had no physical evidence, and spent months searching for leads, even within the family itself. But two months later, a tip led them to an unlikely and terrifying suspect – a fifteen-year-old boy. Join “48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty for "Fifteen: Inside the Daniel Marsh Murders," a six-episode podcast that explores one of California's most chilling and notorious crimes. Access more limited series from 48 Hours and listen ad-free by subscribing to 48 Hours+. Subscribe at ⁠⁠48HoursPodcasts.com⁠⁠, then listen in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or use your private link in your favorite podcast app.

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Apr 25, 2026•4 min•Ep. 2

Hurt People

Claudia and Chip's family hopes to move forward with their lives, but they're traumatized again when they see Daniel Marsh appear in a video claiming that he is a changed man. On top of that, new state laws intended to provide justice for juvenile offenders also mean that Daniel may get a chance at early release. Can a killer like Daniel Marsh be rehabilitated? And how can the family of Claudia Maupin and Chip Northup find peace? Get early, ad-free access to episodes of Fifteen: Inside the Danie...

Oct 01, 2025•35 min•Ep. 6

A Killer's Mind

Was Daniel Marsh a depraved psychopath without a conscience, or was he not in his right mind when he murdered Claudia Maupin and Chip Northup? As Daniel Marsh is tried as an adult, his defense team makes the case he was legally insane when stabbing the sleeping victims. Could his medications be responsible for his actions? But the prosecution argues Daniel knew exactly what he was doing and would have harmed others had he not been caught. It is up to the jury to decide Daniel's fate as Chip and ...

Sep 24, 2025•43 min•Ep. 5

The Unlikely Suspect

The police and the FBI finally meet Daniel Marsh face-to-face. While they have some evidence, they need Daniel to admit to killing Claudia Maupin and Chip Northup. During an hours-long interview, FBI special Agent Chris Campion builds a rapport with Daniel, who describes his troubled childhood, a fascination with violence and a history of self-harm. It all leads to a chilling confession. Get early, ad-free access to episodes of Fifteen: Inside the Daniel Marsh Murders by subscribing to 48 Hours+...

Sep 17, 2025•39 min•Ep. 4

A Strange Tip

Two months after the murders, a teenage tipster calls police with intimate knowledge of the crime and shocking details about who was responsible. But how did this high schooler know so much information, and why didn't he report it earlier? Get early, ad-free access to episodes of Fifteen: Inside the Daniel Marsh Murders by subscribing to 48 Hours+ on Apple Podcasts. The series is widely available everywhere else you get your podcasts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...

Sep 10, 2025•32 min•Ep. 3

Unanswered Questions

Following the horrific murders of Chip and Claudia Northam, their family grapples with immense grief while simultaneously facing intense police scrutiny as suspects. Detectives investigate the "key holder" theory, focusing on Chip's son Robert and his grandsons, Tony and Oliver, subjecting them to prolonged interrogations and home searches. Despite the emotional and financial toll on the family, and the lack of physical evidence, police maintain suspicion until a specialized FBI team is brought in to profile the unusually violent crime, leading to a crucial, unexpected tip.

Sep 03, 2025•30 min•Ep. 2

A Quiet Life Shattered

Claudia Maupin and Chip Northup built a loving, blended family and a peaceful life in Davis, California. Their harmonious existence was tragically interrupted when they were found brutally murdered in their home. As family members grapple with the horrific discovery, police begin a baffling investigation into a crime scene with no clear signs of a typical burglary, puzzling over the extreme violence and the unexpected lack of forensic evidence. The episode sets the stage for a deep dive into who could commit such a personal and brutal act against a beloved couple.

Aug 27, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1

The Unlikeliest Mastermind | Introducing Fifteen

When beloved couple Claudia Maupin and Chip Northup are brutally murdered while sleeping in the peaceful college community of Davis, California, police are left with more questions than answers. With no evidence, weapon or motive, authorities struggle to track down the killer. Who would commit such a heinous crime and why? Months later, a tipster calls to reveal intimate details of the crime. And the mastermind behind it all? Well, he was just fifteen. Get early, ad-free access to episodes of Fi...

Aug 18, 2025•3 min

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