An unsympathetic victim, a prosecutor's conviction playbook, a missing mother of two and a tale of lie after lie after lie. Across four seasons, Murder on the Space Coast has explored each of these heartbreaking true-crime stories based in Central Florida.
One of the private investigators looking into Brandy’s last 24 hours aptly described nearly every facet of the firefighter’s disappearance as ‘nebulous and murky.’ Construction equipment, drug angles and arguments all potentially played a part in the hours before Brandy went missing.
Palm Bay Police examine an area they believe may be the final resting place of missing firefighter Brandy Hall, but come up short. With Sid Ladow-like resolve, investigators remain vigilant in their pursuit of the answer to the question "Where is Brandy Hall?"
After the sudden passing of retired detective Sid LaDow, the case fell to a private investigator whose main focus was filling in the gaps in Brandy Hall’s timeline.
A hearing to possibly shorten Gary's prison sentence turns into a nightmare that no one expected.
If you missed our March 6th Live event at Surfside Playhouse in Cocoa Beach, we've got the audio here for you. Look for Season 5 in late 2019.
Can a hand-written question mark on a state report and two untested hairs from the crime scene hold the key to Jeff Abramowski’s freedom? FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
In the first of a two-part episode, John begins to outline the case for Jeff's actual innocence. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
New audio in the case against Jeff surfaces and we finally hear from the family of murder victim Dick Crandall. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
During the course of our storytelling process, new audio from the Abramowski case has just fallen into John Torres' lap. We apologize for the delay, but Episode 9 will arrive on all your favorite podcast platforms on Tuesday.
What was it that made Jeff Abramowski the primary focus of the investigation? What changed to make investigators believe he was their man? FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
Jeff Abramowski is surprised to learn a private attorney will take his case for free just before his second trial. But lying witnesses on the stand doom Jeff’s fate. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
Judy and Rita are arrested after returning to Florida when they break into the dead man’s trailer and take his things. Jeff’s first trial ends in mistrial. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
The people closest to murder victim Dick Crandall suspiciously leave town around the time of his murder. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
The annual celebration of motherhood takes on a new light when a brawl breaks out between murder victim Dick Crandall and his girlfriend’s son. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
A trace amount of DNA is what ultimately convicts Jeff Abramowski of murder. Do we really understand DNA? FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
A near fatal accident changes the life of Jeff Abramowski forever as he is introduced to the painkiller Oxycontin. FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
A 78-year-old man is found in his Melbourne trailer bludgeoned to death. Who could have wanted Dick dead? FLORIDA TODAY's John A. Torres explores a case of murder, mayhem and whether the real murderer is serving a life sentence for the 2002 death.
Are you ready? Murder on the Space Coast Season 4 explores a brutal Melbourne, Florida, homicide and what happens when "friends" become business partners in the prescription pill black market.
Gary Bennett, the subject of Season One of Murder on the Space Coast, could finally see some movement in his case through the diligence of an attorney and fan of our podcast.
Did you miss our LIVE Season 3 wrap up event? Not to worry. We've got the audio here. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
What are police saying about the Brandy Hall case now? Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
A new development in the Brandy Hall case – produced by the podcast – causes police and journalists to hit the “pause” button. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
Police have someone they want to talk to regarding Brandy Hall's disappearance, but the individual refuses to cooperate. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
In a damning blow to the investigation into Brandy Hall's disappearance, an early tip goes missing. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
Both Brandy Hall's husband and her lover come under police scrutiny. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
Did Brandy Hall simply run away or was she the victim of a violent crime? Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
Brandy Hall's personal life reveals many dark secrets. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
Only 12 hours after Brandy Hall went missing, her pickup truck is found in a secluded pond. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
What happened in Brandy Hall's final hours before she disappeared? Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
Brandy Hall’s perfect life is shattered when her husband is arrested. Season 3 of Murder on the Space Coast focuses on the disappearance of Malabar Volunteer firefighter Brandy Hall. More details are available at whereisbrandyhall.com
