Killer Instinct

On July 7, 2006, 18-year-old Roxanne Paltauf was with 30-year-old boyfriend Louis Walls. After a heated argument, Roxanne left the motel where they had been staying and has never been seen since. On this episode, Savannah goes into detail about Roxanne's last communications with her mother, Louis's strange behavior, and why Roxanne's family has to continue to fight to find the truth. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On November 1, 1986, 15-year-old Chaim Weiss was found dead in his dorm room in Long Beach, New York. Over 20 years later, there have still been no arrests or official suspects linked to Chaim's death. Savannah explores Chaim's life leading up to his death and the few potential suspects that might have more information than they led on, including Chaim's principal, Rabbi Avrom Cooper. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Savannah explores the still open case of the missing of Stephanie Parze, who was last seen on October 30, 2019. The lead suspect, Stephanie's on-and-off boyfriend John D. Ozbilgen, hanged himself shortly after being declared a person of interest in Stephanie's disappearance. Savannah lays out the timeline from Stephanie going missing to where we are today with the investigation. With so little to go off, will the truth of what happened to Stephanie ever be discovered? If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah changes things up a bit. On this episode, Savannah explores the strange and twisting case of Natalia Grace. She was adopted by the Barnett family in 2010. Later, the Barnett family claimed Natalia was actually an adult who attempted to kill them. And it only gets stranger from there. Listen as Savannah runs through the whole story and the many mysteries still remaining in this case. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

October 28, 2007, Stacy Peterson disappeared and is still missing to this day. Savannah explores this tragic case and the events that led up to her disappearance and where it stands today. Drew Peterson, Stacy's husband, is still the leading suspect and is currently in prison for the murder of his third wife, Kathleen Savio, who was found lifeless in a bathtub only 3 years before Stacy's disappearance. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On March 11th, 2014, Danielle Locklear was strangled by her crazed boyfriend Ja'Michael Malloy after she lied to him about being pregnant. Savannah breaks down how 15-year-old Danielle was reported missing and various suspects came and went, but ultimately Je'Michael confessed. Savannah explores the details the night that Danielle never made it back home and how Je'Michael enlisted his friend Dominic Lock to dispose of the body. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final installment of HalloWeek, Savannah explores the disturbing and mysterious details of the Ice Box Murders. On June 23, 1965, Fred and Edwina Rogers were found dismembered and placed in their own fridge. Their son, Charles Rogers, was the main suspect in the case since he was missing from the home. The thing is, Charles is still missing to this day. Savannah dives deep into the little we know about the family, the gruesome details of the double-murder, and the mystery surrounding Charles' whereabouts. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the third of four stories for HalloWeek, Savannah discusses the infinite twists and turns of the Memphis Three. Three young boys were brutally murdered in Memphis, Tennessee on May 5, 1993. Three young teenagers were convicted of the crime, but not everyone is so sure that they are responsible. Savannah breaks down the many suspects close to the boys and how the three convicted - Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley, Jr. and Jason Baldwin - may have been wrongly accused. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second of four disturbing HalloWeek episodes, Savannah finally explores the infamous Black Dahlia murder case. Elizabeth Short's brutal murder in Los Angeles remains one of the most baffling cases in modern history and has grabbed the public's attention for over 70 years. Savannah explore Elizabeth's life leading up to the murder, why the killer has never been found and the impact the case has had on Los Angeles. Further reading: http://blackdahlia.web.unc.edu/ https://stevehodel.com/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first of four creepy stories for HalloWeek, Savannah explores the disturbing case of John List, the man who murdered his entire family then successfully hid from law enforcement for 18 years. On November 9th, 1971, John List systematically murdered his entire family then fled, leaving behind practically no trace of his past life. In 1989, 18 years after the horrific murders took place, John List was identified and arrested. Savannah explores the gruesome details of that fateful night and how John evaded capture for so long. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Savannah recounts the case of Norman McCaster who was found dismembered in the woods. His wife, Juatasha Denton-McCaster, barely attempted to cover her tracks before police discovered that she was Norman's true killer. Savannah explains how Norman was discovered, how police caught her, and the theory as to why she committed such a terrible act. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI has recently confirmed that Samuel Little is no considered the most prolific serial killer in United States history. Savannah tells Samuel's life story and details just a few of the many horrific murders Samuel has committed. Samuel's murders span from 1975 all the way to 2005, but wasn't arrested until 2012. He has a confirmed body count of 50 victims, but Samuel claims to have killed as many as 93 people. Samuel Little's Confession Videos: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/samuel-little-most-prolific-serial-killer-in-us-history-100619 If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tricia Todd went missing the night of April 26, 2016 and was never seen alive again. After following several leads, the police were no closer to finding her or the events of that fateful night. But after reading through her blog post, they found troubling posts in regards to her ex-husband, Steven Williams and his troubling past. Savannah explores how Tricia Todd's own words lead police to Steven who eventually confessed to murdering Tricia and the unfortunate plea deal he received that will allow him to be released from prison in 39 years. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michele Somers was a beautiful and accomplished woman when she met Martin MacNeill. The two had a whirlwind romance and eventually had a loving home with 8 children. But after Martin turned 50, things took a strange turn when he urged Michele to get a facelift. This would ultimately be the beginning of the end for Michele. Savannah walks you through the many twists and turns of this bizarre case and explores how Martin's double life lead to Michele's untimely death. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elizabeth Olten innocently accepted an offer to play with her 6-year-old neighbor on the night of October 21, 2009. No one could possibly know what a fateful decision that would be. Hours later, Alyssa Bustamante murdered Elizabeth in the woods by their home. Savannah takes you beat by beat of the events that night and how Alyssa was eventually found out and placed in prison for life, but with a possibility for parole in 35 years. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah explores a very recent case, the case of Brooke Skylar Richardson and the death of Skylar's daughter Annabelle. Skylar was 18 when she gave birth to Annabelle, unbeknownst to anyone else in the home. Annabelle was stillborn and unresponsive, but Skylar still didn't notify anyone. She buried Annabelle in the backyard to cover it all up, but her gynecologist reported Annabelle dead and an investigation ensued. Savannah discusses the events that lead up to that fateful night and the trial which just recently came out with shocking verdicts. Skylar's neglect eerily mirrors another famous case, Casey Anthony. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Abigail Williams and Liberty German were innocently hiking around the Delphi Historic Trails in Delphi, Indiana on February 13, 2017. This was the last day the two girls were ever seen alive. The next afternoon, Abby and Libby's bodies were found. Savannah takes a deep dive into the intricacies of the case and the multiple suspects that have come out of multiple investigations, but still no arrests. Even with a video and several police sketches, there has been no significant step forward in the finding the true killer. Was it someone they knew or just a random act of murder? If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's difficult to encompass the scope of this case in a few words. This week, Savannah discusses the many twists and turns associated with the disappearance of Susan Powell. Loving mother and wife suddenly gone without a trace, and the prime suspect, her husband Joshua Powell, and his erratic behavior that only deepens the mystery. Savannah chronicles Susan's relationship with Joshua, the many theories surrounding her disappearance including one involving Joshua's brother Michael, a fractured family, and the tragic circumstances that left Susan's two boys Charles and Braden dead in a house fire at the hands of Joshua in a double-murder suicide. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No one knows for sure what exactly happened on the night Friday, June 3, 2011, but that was the last time anyone has seen Laruen Spierer alive. Savannah runs down the timeline and multiple theories surrounding Lauren's mysterious disappearance. Was it a drunken college party gone wrong? Was her boyfriend Cory involved in a coverup to dump her body after she overdosed? Or is the explanation much simpler? Savannah explores the strange behavior exhibited by Cory and people surrounding him and why this case has so many holes in it. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14-year-old Laureen Rahn vanished without a trace one night around April 27, 1980 after a night of drinking while her mother was out of town. Years later, Judith, Laureen's mother, received strange phone calls that lasted for several years. To this day, the true whereabouts of Laureen is still unknown. Savannah explores the case and the multiple theories surrounding her disappearance, including one where she might be one of many victims of serial killer Terry Rasmussen, AKA The Chameleon Killer. Laureen has also allegedly been sighted various times since 1980. Where is she and will we ever learn the truth? If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On June 9, 2000, Francheska Martinez went missing and presumed to have run away from home. Six weeks later, her twin sister Misheila also went missing. Savannah explores multiple theories that have come out of this mystery, including that their stepfather, Hipolito Miguel Corniel, possibly murdered them. Even with some clues left behind by the girls and many theories on what happened to them, after 20 years, we're no closer to knowing the truth. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After almost 20 years, it seemed like the disappearances of Lauria Bible and Ashley Freeman would remain a mystery. On December 29, 1999, Lauria was attending a sleepover at her friend Ashley's home. Early the next morning, the house was engulfed in flames, Lauria and Ashley were missing, and Ashley's parents Danny and Kathy were found dead in the home with gunshot wounds. Savannah explores this bizarre case and why it took so long for a suspect to be apprehended. She also delves into the evidence that has always pointed at Ronnie James Busick and his two now-dead accomplices, Warren Phillip Welch II and David Pennington that ultimately led to the 2018 arrest of Ronnie James Busick. Though Lauria and Ashley's bodies have yet to be recovered, maybe now the Bible and Freeman family will finally get some semblance of closure. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about potential future cases, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Green River Killer was one of the most prolific serial killers in the history of the United States. He killed a confirmed 48 people and most likely more. Gary Ridgway was ultimately found out with some incredible detective work and the help of one of America's most famous serial killers, Ted Bundy. Savannah explores how he was able to evade capture for so long and delves into some of the gruesome details of his murders. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about potential future cases, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On May 6, 2014 in Eatonton, Georgia, 88-year-old Russell Dermond was found dead and decapitated in his own garage. 87-year-old Shirley Dermond was later found six miles from her home in Lake Oconee with concrete blocks tied to her legs. So who wanted this elderly couple dead? Listen as Savannah breaks down this mysterious case that has haunted Sheriff Howard Sills every day for the past five years. Very little evidence has been recovered from the crime scene and there have been no substantial leads. Will we ever find out who killed the Dermonds? If you have any theories on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about potential future cases, email her at [email protected]. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over 35 years ago, Paul Jones was found stabbed to death and his wife Melody Jones was missing and has never been found. Was it a double murder or is Melody Jones a suspect? Savannah explores multiple theories on this intriguing case that have been circling for over three decades. Melody has been allegedly spotted in various places, including returning to the home where her husband was murdered. Endless questions, but very few answers, the case of Paul and Melody Jones is full of mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On April 20th, 1990, Christopher Kerze told his parents he was staying home from school, but when they returned, all they found was a strange note and Christopher was never seen again. Listen as Savannah Brymer dissects the case and discusses the various strange occurrences that surrounded Christopher's disappearance. Was the suicide note found in an abandoned car real? Why did the Kerze family receive silent phone calls after Christopher went missing? After almost 30 years, the Kerze family is not much closer to the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The murder of 23-year-old Mackenzie Lueck and burning of her body is an ongoing story out of Salt Lake City, Utah. This week, Savannah gets you up to speed on the horrific details of the night she was murdered and shines a light on the man suspected of killing her, Ayoola Ajayi. Plus, Savannah gives her opinion on some of the sexist and offensive remarks made about Mackenzie and her choices the night of June 17th, the last night she was seen alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the small town of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, 12-year-old Jasmine Richardson and her 23-year-old boyfriend Jeremy Steinke brutally murdered Jasmine's parents and 8-year-old brother. Savannah Brymer discusses what drove Jasmine and Jeremy, now known as Jackson May, to carry out the horrific plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Almost 30 years ago, Heidi Seeman was abducted and subsequently murdered not far from her home. Savannah Brymer examines Heidi's disappearance and how the man who formed her search party could be the person that last saw Heidi alive. Will this mystery ever be solved? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah Brymer profiles the tragic and brutal killing of young Angie Housman. Her body was discovered in 1993. Her suspected killer, Earl Cox, was arrested in 2019. Find out how DNA finally closed in on Cox and will potentially provide justice for the Housman family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To the outside world, The Menendez family seemed like they were living the perfect American dream, but in this week's episode of Killer Instinct, Savannah invites you into the darker elements of the family's life and addresses what may have led Erik and Lyle Menendez to kill their parents in cold blood on that fateful summer night in 1989. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah Brymer discusses the case of Elizabeth Shoaf. Elizabeth was just 14-years-old when she was kidnapped after being dropped off by her school bus in her hometown of Lugoff, South Carolina. Listen to the harrowing tale of how she escaped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah Brymer discusses the mysterious murder of 12-year-old Stephanie Crowe. Police were convinced that it was her brother, Michael Crowe, until a new suspect, Richard Tuite, turned the entire case upside down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah Brymer discusses the many twists and turns surrounding the supposed attempted suicide of Jessica Boynton and the many unanswered questions of the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah Brymer reports on updates of the disappearance of 3-year-old Madeleine McCann, including a new potential suspect in the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah Brymer tries to make sense of the disappearance of 3-year-old Madeleine McCann, who vanished while on holiday with her family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgia wife and mother Tamla Horsford went to an adult sleepover party in Georgia’s notoriously racist Forsyth County this past November. She never made it home. On this episode of Killer Instinct, Savannah discovers new clues in this closed case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This mother of three told doctors and police that the children were shot by a bushy-haired man who flagged her down on the road then tried to hijack her car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah breaks down the 1970s case that received its name from the fact that each of the victims' first and last names started with the same letter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Killer Instinct; A young woman goes missing in South Carolina and her identity is stolen in New York. Brooke's body has yet to be found but for some reason the impersonator gets all the press coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Savannah tells the story of a "sick" child who kills her abusive mother who also has Munchausen syndrome by proxy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyler had been telling his friends all week that he was going to have a party, but nobody believed him. He’d never thrown a party before, and it was impossible to believe that his parents, who had been increasingly strict with him lately, would give their consent. When his friends asked whether the party was still on, Tyler replied, “I’m working on it.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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