In July 2008, Nancy Cooper left her Cary home for a "jog" but was never seen alive again. Her husband Brad Cooper was accused of strangling his wife to death. The investigations revealed a tangled web of romantic trysts, affairs, and soap opera drama in the suburbs. Brad's defense maintained police had zeroed in on the husband ignoring details that might lead them to other suspects. However, police felt the circumstantial evidence: infidelity, financial problems, and the possibility of divorce l...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 47 min
For the last 47 years investigators have tried to identify a woman who has become known as "the lady of the dunes". The murder victim was found on a Massachusetts beach in July 1974. Over the years, her case has garnered a lot of attention from law enforcement and national press. In this episode, we discuss several theories and potential suspects. Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-m...
Dec 02, 2021•43 min
In 1980, a 14 year old girl named Ronda Blaylock accepted a ride with a stranger. She never made it home. 3 days later her body is discovered by a man walking near a wooded area. Ronda's family spent nearly 40 years searching for answers in her murder. Several different Sheriff's administrations reopened the cold case but had little luck in solving the crime. Finally, a new Sheriff created a task force utilizing every resource available eventually cracking the case. Intro Music Joe Buck Yourself...
Dec 02, 2021•44 min
It's cold outside so heat up with brand new listener stories! From ghosts to weird dates, Mountain Murders has some interesting submissions to get you ready for the long holiday weekend. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support .
Nov 24, 2021•48 min
In Death Farm part one, Mountain Murders began the story of Georgia's Most Heinous Crime. We discussed a farmer named John Williams who used peons to run his 2000 acre plantation. When federal agents began poking around the illegal activities, Williams decides he must eliminate all evidence--and orders the the murders of 11 black farm workers. In part two, we dive into the murders as well as the investigation and eventual trial. Intro Music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Em...
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 13 min
In this Offbeat episode of Mountain Murders, we dive into the history of the infamous Stanley Hotel in Colorado's Estes Park. The hotel was originally built by a wealthy tycoon named Freelan Stanley who vacationed in the Rockies to treat his consumption. By the 1970s, the hotel had fallen into disrepair. Author Stephen King was inspired to write two novels after staying there. The hotel reportedly is haunted. It remains a huge attraction for paranormal fans. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email...
Nov 17, 2021•40 min
Georgia's most heinous crime is actually not well known. Mountain Murders brings you the sadistic story of a "gentleman farmer" who hired peonage laborers from prisons to work his fields. The laborers were basically enslaved to the farmer. The conditions were horrific and ended with the brutal murders of more than 11 black men. Intro Music: Joe Buck Yourself Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com To support the show join www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Bec...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 13 min
On June 11, 1962 three inmates escaped from the Federal Penitentiary on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. Covering their escape, digging holes and building a raft out of old raincoats--the elaborate escape plan took months to plan. The inmates were presumed dead--but many conspiracy theories have surfaced over the years with a surprising discovery in 2020 that perhaps solves the mystery. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: http...
Nov 10, 2021•44 min
Heather Elvis was a vibrant young woman asserting her independence. She lived and worked in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina where she ended up meeting a married man. The affair ended badly and then Heather vanishes. What ensues is a trail of circumstantial evidence that seems to lead to Heather's former lover and his morbidly jealous wife. Join Mountain Murders as we dive into the disappearance of Heather Elvis. Music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer Email MountainMurdersPodcast@...
Nov 07, 2021•1 hr 22 min
*** It's ONCE BITTEN TWICE SHY! Mountain Murders Offbeat takes you on a strange trip back to 1984 to examine a haunted attraction with a tragic story. Also, Dylan confuses The White Stripes with Great White. Heather confuses the lyrics. It's fine. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com To support the show considering subscribing at www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast for bonus episodes and ad free content! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak...
Nov 04, 2021•47 min
Shauna Howe was a typical 11 year old girl living in Oil City, Pennsylvania who was kidnapped and murdered around Halloween 1992. For over a decade, investigators combed the details of the case. Though they had DNA evidence--there was no match and few suspects. Join Mountain Murders as we discuss a tragic murder with a surprising conclusion. Intro: Joe Buck Yourself Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 5 min
To support the show and access bonus content considering joining www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast We're back with a brand new Wednesday Offbeat! This week we discuss the Amy Bradley Mystery. Amy was a recent college graduate who embarked on a Caribbean cruise with her family in the Spring of 1998. Two days into the trip, she vanishes. The case goes cold until sightings of Amy begin cropping over across the Caribbean. Was Amy victim of human trafficking? Evidence seems to suggest this is he...
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Gary Heidnik is a monster from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who kidnapped women holding them captives in what would be described as a "cellar of horror". A self-proclaimed Holy man, Bishop Gary ran a church. He preyed upon the poor and intellectually disabled. With his pregnancy harem in full swing, Gary commences to torture and eventually murder two of his victims. Join Mountain Murders for this shocking story of murder, dismemberment, cannibalism, and gruesome torture. To support the show consid...
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr 29 min
The Legend of Bloody Bill Cunningham's exploits during the American Revolution are fantastical. His reign of terror begins in retaliation and ends in multiple massacres across the state of South Carolina. Join Mountain Murders as we give you a quick history lesson on an outlaw. Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer Email mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Oct 06, 2021•49 min
Jerry Ray Davidson is a Tennessee man with a lengthy criminal history. He preyed upon women for nearly three decades seemingly escaping justice for his horrible acts. In 1995, a 43 year old mother named Virginia Jackson is reported missing. Davidson is the last person to see her alive. Join Mountain Murders for a tale of true crime in the Volunteer state! Music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Hey y'all. Do you like vacations? Or perhaps you live in a heavily touristy area--then you understand what it takes to be a good visitor. Living in the mountains, we see a lot of travelers. It seems by and large most people do not have manners or understand basic etiquette. Mountain Murders has created a guide to help you avoid becoming an asshole tourist! Happy travels. Hosts: Heather and Dylan email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/...
Sep 30, 2021•55 min
In 1947, a small North Carolina community was shaken when a respected businessman and taxi driver along with his new wife were brutally murdered. Jumping into action quickly, the Sheriff narrows down suspects building a case with good old fashion police work. Join us for another Mountain murder... Intro music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com To support the show join us at www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Become a supporter of this...
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Women of the Wild West is one of the most fascinating historical topics. Mountain Murders will take a look at somme of the "sporting women" and "soiled doves" who became entrepreneurs and wealthy business owners. These brave, resourceful women shaped the Wild West as we know today. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Sep 22, 2021•44 min
16 year old Laurie Show was a regular teenager who worked part time at the mall and looked forward to hanging with friends. The summer before her sophomore year, Laurie met a young man named Butch Yunkin. He was a high school drop out with a bad reputation. Little did Laurie know, Butch had an on again off again girlfriend named Michelle who was obsessive and jealous. Michelle launches a campaign of harassment against Laurie that eventually leads to murder. Listen to episode 196, The Murder of L...
Sep 19, 2021•1 hr 16 min
Hello Sydney, what's your favorite scary movie?! This week's Offbeat brings you a series of listener stories so good, so intense, you'll SCREAM! Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 9 min
In the early morning hours of September 24, 1992, Dail Dinwiddie, a recent college graduate disappeared from Columbia SC. A serial killer preyed on young women with a similar modus operandi. Two other women went missing from nearby locations. Join Mountain Murders as we take a look at these cases. Intro Music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts Heather and Dylan Packer email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/su...
Sep 12, 2021•59 min
To support the show join us at www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast for bonus content and more! On this week's Offbeat, we cover some of the true crime inspirations behind American Horror Story along with some true crime news. And the answers to our burning questions answered: what is Grimace?! Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Sep 08, 2021•41 min
In 1981, 17 year old Janice Buttrum became the youngest woman to be given a death sentence in the United States. Mountain Murders will take a look at a case that still haunts Georgia. When 15 year old Janice meets 26 year old Danny Buttrum --it was love at first sight. But lust can be deadly. Janice and Danny brutally murder a young woman at a road side motel while their 18 month old daughter plays a few feet away. Intro music by Joe Buck Yourself Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer email: mountainm...
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr 28 min
This week's Offbeat brings some true crime updates and Dylan derails the show, as expected. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com To support the show join us at www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast for access to ad free episodes, bonus content & more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Sep 01, 2021•57 min
This week's episode brings you to Patron suggested cases. First, Mountain Murders travels to Newport, Tennessee to discuss the brutal murder of a young woman named Megan Maxwell. Megan went missing in the early morning hours of April 26, 2009 --her burned vehicle turns up a few hours after she's last been seen. The investigation takes 19 months before a person of interest comes into focus. Our second case involves a woman named Teresa Lewis, known to have a low IQ, who becomes entangled in an ex...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 10 min
This week's Offbeat takes a look at a Cherokee Legend of the Moon Eyed People who were underground dwellers. Though little evidence exists, the story infiltrated American culture in the 17th and 18th centuries. A monument exists in a state park which is believed to have been built by the pale skinned nocturnal people in 400-500 CE. Hosts: Heather and Dylan email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/suppor...
Aug 25, 2021•38 min
In the early 1990s a monster was preying on young black women within a 5 mile radius of East Charlotte, NC. As the crimes escalated in violence, Charlotte police couldn't determine if the murders were the work of a serial killer. Some of the crimes seemed to have similar details while other elements were unique in each case. The FBI was finally called in--and they concluded it was not the work of a serial killer. However, that was an erroneous conclusion. The women had one thing in common--each ...
Aug 22, 2021•1 hr 33 min
Hi! Mountain Murders is raising money for the historic flooding in our county. Click link to help https://www.gofundme.com/f/haywood-county-flooding-disaster-relief?utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Aug 18, 2021•18 min
August is all about our listeners! All month long cases covered are suggested by patrons who've generously supported the show at Patreon.com We've compiled our Listener Stories sent in by you! We've got stories about ghosts, mysterious tombstones, psychic abilities and more. Hosts: Heather and Dylan Packer Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support ....
Aug 18, 2021•46 min
Support the show at www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast for bonus content, ad free episodes and an invite to our Discord chat! In part two of "The Iceman", Mountain Murders dives deeper into his marriage to Barbara and his life as a suburban family man. Little did most know underneath the surface a killer was hiding. Richard's criminal enterprises continue with pornography, hijacking, and contract killing. He develops relationships with the 5 New York crime families committing some of the mos...
Aug 15, 2021•1 hr 35 min
