Have you ever been gripped by the chilling echoes of an unsolved crime that linger in a small town's whispered tales? This week's Murder in the Mountains episode takes you to the heart of Waco, Texas, where the 1982 triple homicide case of Kenneth Franks, Jill Montgomery, and Raylene Rice remains etched in the town's memory. As your hosts, we navigate the murky depths of the investigation, led by the determined Sergeant Truman Simons, while uncovering the unsettling dynamics of local...

Imagine a New Year's Day filled with the aroma of chili and the warmth of family, abruptly turning into a chilling crime scene that would haunt Richmond, Virginia, forever. As hosts Alexa and Cherish, we guide you through the tragic fate of the Harvey family, whose sense of security was shattered by a single unlocked door. Bryan and Kathryn Harvey, known for their love of music and community, together with their daughters Stella and Ruby, were brutally taken from a world they made brighter....

Children are often seen as symbols of innocence, but what happens when they step over an unimaginable line? The story of Mary Bell, a young girl whose life was marred by abuse and led to actions so heinous they shook the foundations of societal norms, is the focus of our heart-wrenching discussion. We'll navigate the tragedy of her crimes, her troubled history, and the community that was ill-prepared to deal with the concept of a child as a murderer. Through the lens of this sobering case, we...

Every run tells a story, and sometimes, those stories take a dark turn. Join me, Alexa, alongside my co-host Cherish, as we intertwine the exhilaration of running with the sobering realities of safety for women in the great outdoors. We kick off with heartfelt personal experiences, celebrating our running milestones, and then pivot to the stark statistics that cast a long shadow over female runners. The conversation gets real as we talk about the practical steps we've taken to stay safe, such...

Ever wonder how a violent criminal with multiple rape convictions managed to slip through the cracks of the justice system? Prepare to be chilled to the bone as we delve into the horrific murders of Suzanne Harrison, Gena Turner, and Bryan Boone, teenagers from the close-knit community of Hawkins, Texas whose lives were tragically cut short back in 1986. We follow their last day, spent with friends at Lake Hawkins and the fateful encounter with a man in a light blue Bronco. Together, we'll...

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to have someone you love disappear without a trace? Experience the heart-wrenching journey of the Young family as they grapple with the unsettling disappearance of their vivacious daughter, Lisa Marie Young. Lisa, last seen getting into the red jaguar of Chris Adair after a night out in 2002, remains missing to this day, her case mired in a perplexing blend of inaction and mystery. Our exploration of Lisa's unsolved case uncovers the deeply...

Ever thought how a simple fire could morph into a crime scene so sinister that it would perplex even seasoned investigators? That's the haunting narrative we explore in this captivating episode, as we journey back into the chilling case of the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders. Join us, alongside our guest Megan, as we delve into the intricacies of a case that saw four young girls brutally killed and left in a scene so shrouded by fire and water damage that the evidence was almost obliterated....

Prepare yourself for a chilling journey into the life of Tommy Sells, a man whose horrific crimes had a disastrous impact on countless lives. Today, we're unraveling the dark story of this notorious killer, starting with his early abandonment and neglect at the age of seven, leading to a life marred by substance abuse, molestation, and murder. Hear the alarming account of his first kill at the tender age of 16, and his subsequent life on the run, leaving a trail of terror and devastation...

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This week, Alexa tells Megan the incredible survival story of Kara Robinson and how she helped catch a serial killer.  Kara's Blog :  https://www.kararobinsonchamberlain.com/blog Show...

Plan on murdering your husband? Maybe don't write a blog post about it and then maybe don't Google "10 ways to cover up a murder". But don't take it from me, take it from romance/mystery novelist, Nancy Brophy, and see how well that worked out for her.  Show Sources:  Dan Brophy: Wife of Popular Chef Exposed as Killergeorgepallas.com Murder of Daniel Brophywikipedia.org |  Nancy Brophy sentenced to life in prison for murder of her husbandkgw.com Oregon romance novelist...

This week, Alexa tells Ryan the tragic case of Steven Stayner and his shocking connection to the Yosemite Killer. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1811808/supporters/new Show Sources: https://allthatsinteresting.com/cary-stayner How a nudist colony helped FBI agents find a Yosemite serial killer and how the agents got his confessionabcnews.go.com Overshadowed All His Life / Low-key Cary Stayner took back seat to kidnapped brothersfgate.com What Is Yosemite Killer...

This week, Alexa tells Megan about the Cleveland Torso Murders committed by The Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run.  Show Sources: https://case.edu/ech/articles/t/torso-murders https://nypost.com/2022/10/15/clevelands-torso-killer-was-more-vicious-than-jack-the-ripper/amp/ https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/632096/cleveland-torso-murderer-unsolved-serial-killer https://www.clevelandpolicemuseum.org/collections/torso-murders/

This week Alexa tells Tori the completely messed up story of Fred and Rose West Show Sources:  https://allthatsinteresting.com/rosemary-west https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/fred-rose-west-what-happened-victims-b1920716.html?amp https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-57182844.amp https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_West

This week Alexa, Megan, and Holly discuss the mysterious disappearance of Zebb Quinn and all the twists and turns in the case.  Show...

This week Alexa tells new cohost, Donna, about the youngest double murderers in Britain and the insane crime that earned them that title.  Show...

This week Alexa tells Megan the case of The Night Stalker Show Sources:  https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Ramirez#CITEREFCarlo1996 https://www.biography.com/.amp/crime-figure/richard-ramirez https://www.sfgate.com/crime/article/Boy-s-DNA-probed-in-SF-Night-Stalker-6891559.php https://allthatsinteresting.com/richard-ramirez-night-stalker

This week, Alexa tells Lisa the stories of the Visalia Ransacker, East Area Rapist, and The Original Night Stalker who became The Golden State Killer after DNA evidence, using genetic genealogy, connected all the crimes to one person, Joe DeAngelo.  Show...

This week, Alexa tells Adam and Holly the crazy story of Daniel Laplante Show Sources:  https://www.joeturnerbooks.com/post/daniel-laplante https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_LaPlante https://www.talkmurderwithme.com/blog/2021/2/3/daniel-laplante https://law.justia.com/cases/massachusetts/supreme-court/volumes/416/416mass433.html Caffeinated CrimesBest friends Courtney and Jaclyn sip a cup of coffee and discuss all things true crime.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

This week, Alexa tells Lisa the story of Ryan Waller and Heather Quan  Show Sources:  https://medium.com/crimebeat/when-the-suspect-is-a-victim-f4a019da6999 https://www.maricopacountyattorney.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=185 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI8G0KOOtqk Every TownEvery Town has a dark side and in this podcast we show them all to you. In every...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

This week, Alexa tells Megan the story of the brutal death of 16 year old Sylvia Likens. Show Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sylvia_Likens   https://www.truecrimeedition.com/post/sylvia-likens   https://allthatsinteresting.com/sylvia-likens-gertrude-baniszewski

This week, Alexa tells Tori the absolutely insane story of Katherine Mary Knight Show Sources:...

Alexa, Megan, and Brandon discuss the past two week's cases

This week, Alexa tells Megan the story of Lizzie Borden, who was accused of murdering her father and stepmother in 1892.  Show Sources:  https://www.history.com/.amp/news/9-things-you-may-not-know-about-lizzie-borden   https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/why-19th-century-axe-murderer-lizzie-borden-was-found-not-guilty-180972707/   https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lizzie_Borden#CITEREFMiller2016   https://lizzie-borden.com/history/