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True Crime Fighters: Real Heroes Stories

John "Jay" Wileywww.letradio.com

There is a huge amount of interest in True Crime stories, but very little is told of the heroes that fight horrific crime. Whether they be law enforcement officers, or everyday citizens. We tell their stories on the True Crime Fighters podcast.

If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated.

Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and on Facebook. In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRadioShow.

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Police Officer Jillian Michelle Smith - Killed Protecting an 11-year-old.

Police Officer Jillian Michelle Smith - Killed Protecting an 11-year-old. Jillian Michelle Smith served as a Police Officer with the Arlington Police Department in Texas. Tragically, on December 28, 2010, she was killed while at a domestic dispute call. The Arlington Police Department disclosed that Officer Jillian Michelle Smith, 24 years old at the time, was shot and killed on the evening of Tuesday, December 28, 2010. She was attempting to protect an 11-year-old child during a triple shooting...

Jan 06, 20245 min

Police Chief Justin Clark McIntire, Protector of the Community Gunned Down.

Police Chief Justin Clark McIntire, Protector of the Community Gunned Down. On January 2nd, 2023, tragedy struck as Chief McIntire was involved in a foot pursuit of a wanted subject. This individual, wanted for a probation violation involving weapons, had eluded the Pennsylvania State Police during a traffic stop the previous night. The pursuit led officers through Harrison Township, eventually reaching the border of Brackenridge Borough and Tarentum Borough. The intense two hour foot chase came...

Dec 09, 20234 min

Female Deputy Killed - Lena Nicole Marshall

Lena Nicole Marshall - Deputy Sheriff Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Ga. She was a dedicated law enforcement officer whose life was tragically cut short when she was shot and killed. Lena Nicole Marshall, affectionately known as Nicole, served as a Deputy Sheriff for the Jackson County Sheriff's Office in Georgia. Her journey in law enforcement spanned various roles, having previously worked with the Barrow County Sheriff's Office, Habersham Sheriff's Office, Winder Police Department, and the ...

Nov 16, 20234 min

Charles Cassidy - Philadelphia Police Department

His name was Charles Edward Cassidy, a Police Officer with the Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania. He was shot and killed on November 1, 2007. When he walked into a commercial armed robbery in progress. Police Officer Charles Edward Cassidy, had a nickname of Chuck, and had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for 25 years. He is survived by his wife and three children. Police Officer Charles Edward Cassidy was a True Crime Fighter. In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app lo...

Nov 02, 20234 min

Legend and Icon of the Texas Rangers.

Legend and Icon of the Texas Rangers. Are you familiar with the name Frank Hamer? Well, allow me to introduce you to a legendary figure deeply intertwined with the lore of the Texas Rangers and the Wild West. Frank Hamer, a name synonymous with bravery, resourcefulness, and an unwavering commitment to upholding the law, was a true icon in the realm of law enforcement. In this new episode of the True Crime Fighters Podcast, where I take the reins as your host, we embark on an exploration of the l...

Oct 15, 20239 min

Police Officer Vincent Adolfo, his killer should have been behind bars instead of the streets.

Police Officer Vincent J. Adolfo was shot and killed in Iron Alley, while he was attempting to arrest a man who had fled from a stolen vehicle. Police Officer Vincent Adolfo, his killer should have been behind bars instead of the streets. When Police Officer Adolfo caught up to the suspect in the Alley, the man pretended to give up. When Police Officer Vincent Adolfo approached him the suspect drew a .357 caliber handgun and opened fire, striking him in the chest and back. At the time the Baltim...

Jul 02, 202111 min

The heroic undercover police detective's murder was caught on tape.

Baltimore Police Detective Marcellus "Marty" Ward was shot and killed as he and other police officers and a DEA agent attempted to arrest a heroin dealer. Detective Ward had been working on scene in an undercover capacity purchasing Heroin from the suspect. The heroic undercover police detective's murder was caught on tape. During the undercover investigation Detective Ward made a heroic decision to try to ensure the safety of his backup officers which put him in harms way. Detective Ward had se...

Jun 18, 20218 min

Special episode, meet our new co-host.

I've been thinking about making changes to the format of the True Crime Fighters podcast for some time. And decided that I needed to bring in a co-host. In this special episode, meet our new co-host. Stephanie Wiley has prior morning radio show experience and is a big advocate for telling the stories of True Crime Fighters. Together we will tell the stories of those that fought True Crime, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, investigators and private citizens. The show will still be around 15...

Jun 11, 202110 min

Special Announcement.

Special announcement - we will be opening up the show to co hosts. We are making changes to the show format. The show subjects will still be about the heroic real people that fought true crime, however we are changing the style and adding special guest co hosts. The co hosts will do 2, 3 or 4 episodes of the show, and will have an opportunity to promote their shows. The style of the show will change from narration to a discussion between the hosts and may expand in length, slightly. If you enjoy...

Apr 02, 20215 min

This heroic police officer was murdered during a 25 minute gunfight in one of America's largest cities.

Police Officer James Guelff was a highly decorated 10-year veteran of the San Francisco Police Department. He was killed when he was shot in the head by a gunman. The gunman a drifter, was eventually killed in a fierce, 25-minute gun battle. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. W...

Jan 08, 20219 min

He fought for his life for 6 weeks after being shot. His legacy of service continues.

Described as a "beloved member of Albany New York Police department, he was a 13 year veteran. Police Lieutenant John Finn fought for his life for 6 weeks after being shot by an armed robbery suspect during a foot pursuit. His legacy of service to the community continued after his death. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRadioShow. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the...

Nov 13, 20209 min

His murder prompted the start of the F.B.I. and other Federal Laws.

Joseph A. Walker was the first U.S. Secret Service agent to be killed in the line of duty. On Nov. 3, 1907, Joseph A. Walker was shot in the back by a shotgun blast while investigating a land fraud deal at a coal mine near Durango, Colo. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Dr...

Nov 06, 202011 min

The first female police officer killed in the line of duty in the U.S.A.

Police Officer Gail Cobb was the first female police officer in the United States shot and killed in the line of duty. She was a Police Officer in the M.P.D.C., (Washington D.C.). Police Officer Gail Cobb was a True Crime Fighter. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRa...

Oct 30, 20206 min

The murder of Deputy Kyle Dinkheller was captured on dashcam video.

In January of 1988, Deputy Kyle Dinkheller was murdered during a vehicle stop. His murder was one of the first that was captured on dashcam video and has been studied by countless law enforcement officers worldwide. The lessons from his murder have helped save the lives of law enforcement officers around the world. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRadioShow. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Ins...

Oct 22, 20208 min

Murdered while keeping the peace in Ontario Canada.

Vu Pham was a 15 year veteran Constable with the Ontario Provincial Police. Murdered in a gunfight by a suspect armed with a rifle. Vu Pham was described as an "exemplary officer" a loving and dedicated husband and father of 3. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audi...

Oct 16, 20206 min

Murdered for the police uniform she wore.

Miosotis Familia was a police officer, a protector, a true crime fighter and a mother of three. She was murdered for the uniform she wore as a member of the NYPD. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRadioShow. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . See o...

Oct 06, 20206 min

Capturing the Acid Bath Murderer - Detective Inspector Albert Webb Metropolitan Police

Sometimes really tough crimes create great crime fighters. Other times great crime fighters were just waiting to be challenged. Listen to the story of Metropolitan Police Detective Inspector Albert Webb and the "Acid Bath Murderer"...And you be the judge. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRadioShow. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about...

Sep 29, 20209 min

The murder of a Dallas Police Officer and assassination of President Kennedy. J. D. Tippit.

If you ask many people what happened on November 22, 1963 in Dallas Texas, they'd know that was the day that U.S. President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. What many people won't know is that a Dallas Police Officer was also murdered that day trying to apprehend the assassin. His name was J. D. Tippit. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Fol...

Sep 22, 202010 min

Did she end the Axeman Murderer's reign of terror?

Esther Pepitone Albano's husband was the last victim of the "Axeman Murderer of New Orleans". Her second husband Angelo Albano disappeared at the hands of Doc Mumfre, who also happened to be one of the Axeman Murder suspects. Did Esther end the Axeman Murderer's reign of terror? If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio ...

Sep 14, 202012 min

Investigating the shocking sex assault and murder of an 11 year old and his own murder in the line of duty - William J. Martin.

William J. Martin was part of the police team that investigated the brutal sexual assault and murder of an 11 year old girl, which rocked Baltimore, one of America's most violent cities. About 1 year later he was murdered in the line of duty. He was also a co-worker and a friend. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and on Facebook . In the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat app look for and follow John J. Wiley @LetRadioShow. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the show, p...

Sep 08, 20207 min

Bass Reeves - Was he the inspiration for the Lone Ranger?

Some state that Bass Reeves was the inspiration for the Lone Ranger. He was the first black deputy U.S. Marshal west of the Mississippi River. Check out the amazing story about Bass Reeves, born into slavery, he became one of America's most prolific and iconic true crime fighters. Background song by Lobo Loco - Brain - Instrumental . If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Follow us on Twitter , Inst...

Aug 31, 20208 min

True Crime Fighters Podcast - Introduction

Welcome to the True Crime Fighters Podcast, I'm John J Wiley, I'm a retired Baltimore Police Sergeant, I'm also the host of this and the Law Enforcement Today Radio Show and Podcast. Get access to unique news stories, oped stories, and much more at LetRadioShow.com . There is a huge amount of interest in True Crime stories, but very little is told of the heroes that fight horrific crime. Whether they be law enforcement officers, or everyday citizens. We tell their stories on the True Crime Fight...

Aug 18, 20204 min
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