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The Morgue Monster: David Fuller's Nightmare Crimes

In this deeply disturbing episode, we’re digging into the twisted double life of David Fuller—a seemingly friendly hospital maintenance worker who was hiding some of the darkest secrets imaginable. In 1987, the murders of Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce rocked the quiet town of Tunbridge Wells. For decades, the case went cold—until a DNA breakthrough in 2020 pointed to one man. But what police found after his arrest would shock the nation. Fuller didn’t just kill. He used his job at two NHS hospitals to secretly access the morgue and sexually abuse the bodies of over 100 women and girls, ranging in age from 9 to 100. He kept detailed records. He filmed himself. And he went unnoticed for over 30 years. In this episode, we’ll cover: 🔹 The unsolved Bedsit Murders 🔹 The DNA match that cracked the case 🔹 The horrifying mortuary abuse 🔹 His rare whole-life sentence 🔹 The NHS inquiry—and whether this could happen again ⚠️ Warning: This episode contains graphic content, including discussions of sexual violence and necrophilia. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Sources: https://news.sky.com/story/david-fuller-what-were-his-crimes-and-how-did-he-evade-justice-for-so-long-13018147 https://people.com/david-fuller-case-british-hospital-necrophiliac-murderer-8729224 https://www.hsj.co.uk/acute-care/exclusive-the-full-story-of-david-fullers-mortuary-attacks/7031259.article https://www.thetruecrimedatabase.com/case_file/david-fuller/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvJlV5ulR5c I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 1, 202541 min

Obsession in Plain Sight: The Rachel Barber Case

In 1999, 15-year-old Rachel Barber walked out of her ballet class and vanished. What followed was every parent's worst nightmare—and a chilling tale of obsession, identity theft, and murder. This week on Serial Napper, I’m diving deep into the haunting case of Rachel Barber, a gifted young dancer whose life was stolen by someone she thought she could trust: her former babysitter, Caroline Reed Robertson. Rachel was vibrant, talented, and full of promise. Caroline was quiet, isolated, and desperate to be someone else—someone like Rachel. What unfolded was a dark and deeply disturbing story of jealousy turned deadly. From Caroline’s twisted diary entries to her shocking murder plan that involved assuming Rachel’s identity, we break down every step leading up to that tragic day, the police investigation, and the chilling court revelations. Sources: https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/law-order/caroline-reed-robertsons-deadly-obsession-with-beautiful-dancer-rachel-barber-led-to-murder/news-story/ca370d6f83a0f9a2c37b8075cfef2913 https://aussiecriminals.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/in-her-skin-court-transcript_opt.pdf https://www.9news.com.au/national/victorian-woman-who-strangled-teen-girl-to-be-released-today/7bec1eda-d0f2-4616-9197-2ce0d41de1ae https://morbidology.com/the-deadly-obsession-the-murder-of-rachel-barber/ https://www.mamamia.com.au/caroline-reed-robertson-rachel-barber/ https://www.fact.on.ca/news/news0011/th001130.htm Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 25, 202542 min

The Lie Behind the Swipe: Grace Millane’s Final Hours

Grace Millane was just 22 years old when she set out on the adventure of a lifetime — a solo trip around the world. Smart, independent, and full of life, she was exploring New Zealand when she matched with a man on Tinder. What happened next shocked the world. In this episode of Serial Napper, I dive into the heartbreaking case of Grace Millane — a young British traveller whose life was tragically cut short in what was supposed to be one of the safest countries in the world. I follow Grace’s journey, her final hours, and the disturbing cover-up attempts by her killer, Jesse Kempson. This case isn’t just about one woman’s tragic end — it’s a gut-wrenching look at how quickly trust can be weaponized and how society continues to question victims rather than the people who harm them. 🔗 TW: This episode contains details of sexual assault, violence, and murder. Please listen with care. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-63627166 https://news.sky.com/story/grace-millane-what-happened-in-the-last-hours-of-british-backpackers-life-11866557 https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/grace-millane-murder-tinder-messages-with-her-killer-revealed/Y67WCAJFSIOLKBXZEY3244NLXI/ https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-54997181 https://www.nzherald.co.nz/indepth/national/grace-millane-timeline/ https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/crime/117623648/the-complete-evidence-the-grace-millane-murder-trial-heard-inside-the-case-that-gripped-a-nation https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/who-is-grace-millanes-murderer-unravelling-labyrinth-of-lies-and-a-fatal-tinder-date/PDGHMSM67MZQ5VBH4GT2XIXZ7Q/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 18, 202549 min

Vigilante or Villain? The Shocking Case of Jade Janks and the Death of Her Stepfather

When interior designer Jade Janks discovered hundreds of explicit photos of herself hidden on her stepfather’s computer — some dating back to when she was just 16 — her world shattered. Days later, Tom Merriman, co-founder of a beloved butterfly sanctuary in Encinitas, California, was dead. What happened in the hours between that horrific discovery and Tom’s final breath? Was it premeditated murder... or a panicked act of vigilante justice? In this episode, I'm diving deep into one of the most disturbing and controversial cases in recent memory. From shocking screenshots and deleted hard drives to text messages like, “I just dosed the hell out of him,” this case is layered in betrayal, trauma, and moral gray areas that’ll leave you questioning everything. Was Jade seeking justice, or hiding a crime? Hit play — and then you be the judge. Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jade-janks-tom-merriman-murder-explicit-photos-stepdads-computer-48-hours/ https://www.courttv.com/news/ca-v-jade-janks-racy-photos-murder-trial/ https://www.newsweek.com/jade-janks-murder-case-update-tom-merriman-1916645 https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/stepdaughter-found-guilty-of-killing-butterfly-farms-co-founder-after-finding-nude-photos/3126683/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 202538 min

The Fall That Wasn't: The Murder of Susann Sills

On the morning of November 13, 2016, fertility doctor Dr. Eric Scott Sills called 911 from his San Clemente home, claiming he had found his wife, Susann Sills, unresponsive at the bottom of the stairs. He said she’d fallen. But the scene told a far more chilling story. In this episode of Serial Napper, I dig into the suspicious death of 45-year-old Susann Sills—an ambitious, witty, and driven woman who helped build a successful fertility clinic alongside her husband. While her death was initially believed to be an accident, forensic evidence, troubling text messages, and a twisted courtroom theory involving the family dogs told a very different tale. Nearly two and a half years after Susann’s death, Dr. Sills was arrested and charged with her murder. This case would unfold over years, full of bizarre claims, devastating testimony from their children, and one of the most unusual defences we’ve ever heard in a true crime trial. Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/susann-sills-dr-eric-scott-sills-san-clemente-california-death-investigation-topless-photo-48-hours/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dr-eric-scott-sills-susann-sills-california-accidental-fall-murder-trial-48-hours/ https://ktla.com/news/local-news/orange-county-doctor-sentenced-for-murdering-wife-in-staged-accident/ https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-12-19/o-c-fertility-doctor-eric-scott-sills-convicted-of-murdering-his-wife https://www.the-sun.com/news/11269662/eric-scott-sills-case-where-now/ https://www.lesneskimortuary.com/obituaries/SUSANN-STEPHANIE-SILLS?obId=4300682 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 4, 202539 min

Strangers in the Dark: The Murder of Sarnia Teacher Noelle Paquette

On New Year’s Eve 2012, beloved kindergarten teacher Noelle Paquette disappeared after leaving a party alone. Less than two days later, her body was discovered in a wooded area outside Sarnia, Ontario, brutally taken by two strangers with a twisted fantasy that turned into a nightmare. In this episode of Serial Napper, I unravel the disturbing and heartbreaking case of Noelle Paquette: a woman remembered for her kindness, selflessness, and radiant spirit. You’ll hear how a nurse and a 19-year-old man connected through a BDSM fetish website and plotted an unthinkable crime. I take you through the investigation, shocking confessions, and the emotional courtroom impact statements that left a community shaken. But this isn’t just a story of tragedy. It’s also a story of legacy. Noelle’s memory lives on through Noelle’s Gift Foundation, which has raised over $150,000 to support children and families in need, just as Noelle did during her life. This episode is graphic and emotionally intense, so listener discretion is advised. Visit Noelle's Gift: https://noellesgift.ca/ Sources: https://nationalpost.com/tag/noelle-paquette/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/london/article/trial-for-murder-of-noelle-paquette-victim-impact-statements/ https://theobserver.remembering.ca/obituary/noelle-marie-paquette-1073461253 https://www.theobserver.ca/2014/05/02/crown-seeking-to-have-lawyer-removed-in-noelle-paquette-first-degree-murder-case https://truecrimetime.com/fetlife-murders/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 27, 202534 min

The Fake Cancer and Fatal Betrayal of Kacee Terry

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When 38-year-old Kacee Lyn Terry was found unresponsive in her Utah bedroom in August 2024, everyone believed her years-long battle with cancer had finally come to an end. But what unfolded next would shock her family, friends, and the entire community. In this episode of Serial Napper, we’re diving into the twisted case of Kacee Terry and Meggan Randall Sundwall — a licensed nurse and former friend who now stands accused of aggravated murder. Investigators say Meggan not only convinced Kacee that she was terminally ill, but also orchestrated a slow, calculated plan to end her life — with a $1.5 million life insurance payout at the center of it all. We’ll unpack the chilling evidence, including more than 28,000 text messages exchanged between the two women, deleted phone data, and the use of insulin on a woman who was not diabetic. We’ll also break down the legal implications around assisted suicide and Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) laws in both Utah and Canada, and what obligations nurses have when it comes to end-of-life care. Was this a mercy killing, a manipulative con, or something even darker? Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including medical deception, suicide, and end-of-life care. Listener discretion is advised. Sources: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/utah-nurse-with-money-problems-accused-of-killing-friend-after-tricking-her-into-believing-she-had-cancer-in-alleged-scheme-to-cash-in-on-15m-life-insurance-that-may-not-even-exist/ar-AA1BQCK5 https://nypost.com/2025/03/23/us-news/utah-nurse-tricks-woman-into-thinking-shes-terminal-then-kills-her-over-insurance-cops/ https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/west/meggan-randall-sundwall-life-insurance-murder-case/ https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/kacee-terry-obituary?id=56021134 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 20, 202531 min

The Disappearance of Nicola Bulley: When True Crime Turns Toxic

Let’s go down the rabbit hole of another baffling and heartbreaking case — one that had an entire country glued to their phones, refreshing for updates, and questioning what they thought they knew about missing persons. This time, we’re heading to the quiet, idyllic village of St Michael’s on Wyre in Lancashire, a place that sounds like it belongs in a cozy countryside novel, not the center of a global media firestorm. But that’s exactly what happened when Nicola Bulley, a 45-year-old mom of two and mortgage adviser, vanished without a trace while walking her dog on the morning of January 27, 2023. Her phone was still connected to a Teams work call. Her dog was found loose but unharmed. And Nicola? Completely gone. While police leaned toward the theory that she’d fallen into the river, others weren’t so sure. Abduction theories exploded, internet sleuths packed their ring lights and headed to Lancashire, and suddenly Nicola’s deeply personal information was being broadcast for the world to scrutinize — all while her devastated family tried to make sense of their new reality. Sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-67486896 https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/nicola-bulley-full-story-everything-26179516 https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/death-of-nicola-bulley-what-happened-b2450880.html https://www.lep.co.uk/news/people/im-the-psychic-who-found-nicola-bulleys-body-and-comforted-her-family-after-funeral-4813904 https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/jun/27/nicola-bulley-was-in-amazing-spirits-before-disappearance-inquest-told Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 202539 min

Vanished: The Tina Satchwell Case and the Secret Hidden Beneath the Stairs

Tonight’s case is one that rattled a small seaside town in Ireland — and left the entire country asking: how can someone vanish without a trace… in their own home? The last time anyone outside of her household saw Tina Satchwell alive was on March 19, 2017. She and her husband, Richard, were browsing through bargains at a local car boot sale. By all accounts, it was just a regular Sunday. No drama. No suspicious behaviour. Nothing that would suggest that just one day later, Tina would be gone. According to Richard, Tina asked him to make a trip to Aldi the following morning, March 20. He left their home in Youghal around 10 a.m., grabbed a few things from the store, and got back at 2 p.m. But when he walked through the door, Tina wasn’t there. Her keys were on the floor. Her phone was on the table. Her beloved dogs were still inside the house, alone. But she… was gone. It wasn’t until four days later that Richard contacted Tina’s family — and then the Gardaí — to report her missing. He claimed she’d taken off with two suitcases, a stash of cash totalling around €26,000, and seemingly no plan to come back. That’s when the mystery deepened. Despite extensive investigations, forensic searches, and even international tips, every lead led to a dead end. Tina Satchwell had vanished — and no one could figure out how or why. But just when everyone began to believe this case might remain unsolved forever… a shocking discovery turned everything upside down. Sources: https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/spotlight/arid-41639983.html https://www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/2023/10/13/tina-satchwell-case-a-timeline-of-the-investigation-into-her-disappearance/ https://extra.ie/2019/01/05/news/real-life/tina-satchwell-richard-satchwell-missing-cork https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/killer-satchwell-murdered-wife-tina-35316575 https://uk.news.yahoo.com/tina-satchwell-lovely-girl-whose-122613561.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAADFT6Qni2katPdaXiZ1xxMS4d4R8joN6u_NBPQIyfJ2s5tzwMGSYrTVx2l8EVE4xWX6MOhJt6XZdw4b4ydL2WMuvZUdyyTL3vZvuagovm_h1EYg44KaBCusTOSH4OtVTqqKzCtEk9A6-uc4r-rlAnHboe0RyIhuT-8pxEHblNkUh https://www.thejournal.ie/the-body-under-the-stairs-inside-the-garda-operation-to-catch-the-killer-of-tina-satchwell-6717059-May2025/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 6, 202542 min

The Many Faces of Samantha Azzopardi: Australia’s Most Bizarre Con Woman

Picture this: a young girl, clearly distressed, was found loitering near the General Post Office on bustling O’Connell Street. She’s alone, silent, and seemingly terrified. When two police officers in Ireland approach her, she doesn’t — or won’t — speak English. But she somehow manages to get one thing across: she’s 14 years old. The only other clues? Some haunting doodles of an airplane, a bed, and a gun. Not exactly the kind of thing you’d find in your average teen’s sketchbook. Authorities begin to suspect she might be a victim of sex trafficking. It’s not long before Interpol and the Missing Persons Bureau get involved, and the media latches on. Headlines scream: Who is GPO Girl? With no solid leads and a growing public obsession, the police make a bold move — they go public. Her photo, snapped on the sly, is released… and when the sun rises on the southern hemisphere, the real story finally comes to light. Because GPO Girl? Yeah, she wasn’t a teenager. She wasn’t trafficked. And she definitely wasn’t who she claimed to be. She was Samantha Azzopardi — a 25-year-old Australian woman with a suitcase full of lies and a long history of reinvention. Her stint in Dublin was just one chapter in a globe-trotting tale of deceit, delusion, and downright bizarre behaviour. Sources: https://www.news.com.au/national/victoria/courts-law/principal-predator-malka-leifer-and-schoolgirl-conwoman-samantha-azzopardi-shared-kiss-behind-bars/news-story/22def31a59175d16bcd00cdc4b5b7a20 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-57284621 https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/she-even-managed-to-fool-gardai-true-crime-series-con-girl-exposes-the-many-lives-and-lies-of-samantha-azzopardi/42357359.html https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/missing-teenage-girl-found-in-dublin-identified-as-25-year-old-australian-1.1586181 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/may/29/disturbed-au-pair-who-created-false-identities-given-two-years-jail-in-victoria https://www.crave.ca/FR/tv-shows/con-girl https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/the-downfall-of-australias-baby-faced-serial-scam-artist/YRWIFKNC6FHLCUSHVNCB25JBX4/#google_vignette https://www.telegraph.co.uk/tv/0/con-girl-true-story-what-happened-samantha-azzopardi/ https://www.womensweekly.com.au/news/samantha-azzopardi-true-story/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 202544 min

The Cam Girl Killer: How Grant Amato Seduced a Ghost Hunter's Wife from Prison

What happens when obsession crosses the line into destruction? When fantasy becomes more important than family? And when one man’s delusion spirals so far out of control… it ends in bloodshed? Night after night, Grant Amato sat in the dim glow of his family’s computer screen, utterly captivated by a woman thousands of miles away — a Bulgarian webcam model named Silvie. She danced. She posed. She told him everything he wanted to hear… for a price. And Grant? He paid it. Thousands of dollars. Hours of his time. His job. His dignity. And eventually… much, much more. When the money ran out, he stole from the people who loved him the most — his own family. Hoping to keep the fantasy alive, he lied. Again. And again. Until his family had had enough. They begged him to get help. They gave him a choice: leave Silvie… or leave their home. Grant chose neither. Instead, prosecutors say, he chose murder. On a quiet night in January 2019, in the suburb of Chuluota, Florida, Grant Amato’s mother, father, and brother were found brutally gunned down in their home. But that’s not where this story ends. Because here we are — in 2025 — and somehow, somehow, Grant Amato’s name is back in the headlines… this time, tied to a murder-for-hire plot targeting Ghost Adventures star Aaron Goodwin. Sources: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2019/07/12/obsession-money-lies-tore-grant-amatos-family-apart-a-jury-will-decide-whether-he-killed-them/ https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/amato-family-murders https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/01/29/he-spent-bulgarian-cam-girl-police-say-obsession-led-massacre/ https://s3.documentcloud.org/documents/5700189/Amato-Affidavit.pdf https://www.primevideo.com/region/na/detail/0IDCFBRXWU1XDTN2F6ZTNTGUPO/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r https://people.com/ghost-adventure-star-wife-in-love-man-serving-life-massacring-family-11698136 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 202532 min

Missing in Pictou County: The Vanishing of Lilly and Jack Sullivan

It all began on Friday morning, May 2nd, 2025. Lilly, who’s just six years old, and her little brother Jack, only four, were last seen around 10 a.m. near their home on Gairloch Road in Lansdowne Station, Pictou County. Their mother, Malehya, and stepfather, Daniel, were asleep with their baby in another room. Meanwhile, Lilly and Jack were supposed to quietly play by themselves. Daniel, the stepdad, said that he had last heard the kids playing around 10 a.m. He even told them to keep it down so the baby—and the parents—could get some sleep. At some point, though, the house fell silent. You know that uneasy feeling when kids suddenly get too quiet? That’s what triggered Daniel to check on them. When he did, they were gone. They weren’t in the room, not in the backyard—just gone. The family believes Lilly and Jack must have slipped out through the sliding door and somehow made their way beyond the fenced yard. Considering how heavily wooded the area is, authorities suspect the siblings wandered into the forest. But despite a massive search effort—150 people, dogs, drones, thermal imaging, and the Nova Scotia Guard—there’s still no sign of them. But as more time passes, questions are starting to arise. Some people are finding the circumstances around the children’s disappearance suspicious. How could two young kids slip out unnoticed in the middle of the morning? Why were the parents asleep while the kids were left unsupervised? And how likely is it that two little ones could make it so far into the dense forest without leaving any trace? This is a developing story, and the details seem to be changing by the day. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Lilly and Jack is asked to contact Pictou County District RCMP at 902-485-4333. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca Sources: https://crimetimelines.com/missing-siblings-lily-jack-sullivan-nova-scotia-2025/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/missing-children-pictou-county-lily-jack-sullivan-1.7527613 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/pictou-county-missing-children-lily-jack-sullivan-may-7-1.7528438 https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6753206 https://globalnews.ca/news/11175272/missing-children-ns-day-10/ https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-nova-scotia-missing-children-pictou-updates-timeline/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 202533 min

Deadly Deception: The Cartel, the Affair, and the Romeoville Family Murders

Tonight, we’re talking about a crime that rocked the small village of Romeoville, Illinois. It was a quiet Sunday evening in September 2023 when police pulled up to a quaint blue home on Concord Avenue. The neighbourhood was calm and peaceful, but what they found inside was anything but. As officers moved through the dark, quiet house, their flashlights revealed overturned furniture, deceased pets, and something way worse: an entire family had been brutally murdered. Zoraida Bartolomei, her husband Alberto Rolon, and their two young sons, Adriel and Diego, were all found dead in their own home — executed in cold blood. At first, the police thought it was a targeted home invasion. It certainly appeared so at first glance; their belongings looked like they had been rummaged through, and there was spray paint on the walls. But as they dug deeper, they uncovered a twisted story that no one saw coming — one filled with manipulation, cartel ties, jealousy, and one of the most bizarre catfishing schemes you could imagine. It’s a case that shocked not just the tight-knit community but the entire country. We’re talking infidelity, paranoia, and way more death than any small town should ever see. Sources: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/romeoville-murders-catfish-motive_n_670e9236e4b094567cfe6423 https://abc7chicago.com/post/red-flags-led-2023-mass-murder-romeoville-family-planned-nathaniel-huey-jrs-fiance-emalinda-palomo-files-show/15394243/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12543891/nathanial-huey-partner-ermalinda-palomo-romeoville.html https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/police-docs-paint-horrifying-picture-of-what-led-to-shocking-romeoville-quadruple-murder/3565458/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 202533 min

Dodger Alibi: The Murder of Martha Puebla and the Man They Got Wrong

On the night of May 12, 2003, 16-year-old Martha Puebla sat outside her home in Sun Valley, California, sharing a quiet moment with a friend. Within minutes, her life was stolen by a gunman who asked for her by name before firing multiple shots and disappearing into the night. What seemed like a cold, calculated execution quickly unravelled into a web of investigative missteps, courtroom drama, and one extraordinary twist of fate. Join me as we explore the murder of Martha Puebla — a tragic case that led detectives down a winding path of gang retaliation, eyewitness errors, and a young man falsely accused. Juan Catalan was arrested for Martha’s murder, based on shaky testimony and a grainy photo lineup. But just as his case seemed destined for a grim ending, an unlikely piece of evidence surfaced — hidden in the background of a popular TV show being filmed the night of the murder. This is a story of justice nearly derailed — and the miracle that saved an innocent man from death row. Sources: https://www.dailynews.com/2008/07/02/la-gang-member-gets-life-for-killing-teenage-girl/ https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-interrogate2-2008jul02-story.html https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2004/06/07/face-in-the-crowd https://studylib.net/doc/18288765/1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22- Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 202533 min

Vanished from His Bed: The Unsolved Disappearance of Zachary Bernhardt

The date was September 11th, 2000, in Clearwater, Florida. Eight-year-old Zachary Bernhardt was asleep in his bedroom when his mother, Leah Hackett, stepped out of their apartment on Drew Street. It was the middle of the night, but Leah said insomnia had gotten the best of her. She went for a walk, maybe a swim in the apartment complex’s pool, hoping the movement and cool water would help her settle her racing thoughts. She claimed she was only gone 15 minutes. But when she returned just after 4 a.m., her son was gone. No signs of a struggle. No broken windows. Just an empty bed where Zachary should have been. Clearwater Police launched an immediate and extensive search of the area. Officers scoured the apartment complex, the surrounding woods, and nearby retention ponds. K-9 units, helicopters, volunteers—every available resource was deployed. But they found nothing. No witnesses. No clues. No trace of Zachary. As the days turned into weeks, and the weeks into years, suspicion quietly began to turn inward. Some investigators believe Leah Hackett knows more than she’s ever disclosed. She's always denied involvement—claimed she’s innocent, and that she, too, wants answers. Since then, she’s moved out of state, avoiding much of the public spotlight. Zachary’s father? He was never involved in his life—and has never been considered a suspect. So what really happened that night? Did someone sneak into the apartment while Leah was out? Or is there something in her story that doesn’t quite add up? Over two decades later, there are still no answers. No leads. No closure. Just a little boy who vanished without a trace. Sources: https://int-missing.fandom.com/wiki/Zach_Bernhardt?source=post_page-----5c7d19bb7b6f--------------------------------------- https://charleyproject.org/case/zachary-michael-cole-bernhardt https://websleuths.com/threads/fl-zachary-michael-cole-bernhardt-8-clearwater-11-sept-2000.11639/ https://www.missingkids.org/blog/2021/missing-in-the-shadows-of-9-11 https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2000/09/28/police-boy-s-mother-knows-more/ https://www.abcactionnews.com/news/region-pasco/florida-woman-awaits-answers-23-years-after-her-8-year-old-nephew-disappears-in-clearwater? Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 202532 min

[BONUS] Unsolved & Unbelievable: Phoebe Handsjuk and Jelani Day | Serial Napper x Perplexity Collab

In this crossover episode, Serial Napper and Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast join forces to dive deep into two of the most haunting and baffling true crime cases in recent memory. 🎙️ Nikki from Serial Napper takes a closer look at the heartbreaking case of Jelani Day, a graduate student whose body was discovered under suspicious circumstances in Illinois. Despite widespread attention, key questions remain unanswered. Who was Jelani, and what really happened to him? 🎙️ Kaydra from Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast investigates the mysterious death of Phoebe Handsjuk, a 24-year-old woman who was found at the bottom of a garbage chute in a luxury Melbourne apartment building. Was it a tragic accident… or something far more sinister? 🧩 Join us as we break down the facts, examine the theories, and ask the tough questions about two cases that continue to confound investigators and devastate families. Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 23, 20251h 10m

She Just Wanted to Go Home: The Tragic Death of Emily Pike

She was just 14. A soft-spoken girl who loved her cat, sketched her dreams in notebooks, took guitar lessons, and had just begun to explore who she was—experimenting with makeup, thinking about high school, maybe even college. Her name was Emily Pike. She was a daughter. A sister. A beloved member of the San Carlos Apache Tribe. And on a quiet night in January 2025, she disappeared. Emily had been placed in a group home in Mesa, Arizona—a place that was supposed to keep her safe after surviving unthinkable trauma. Instead of healing, Emily finds isolation. She cried to go home. She ran. She broke. And then, she vanished. Two weeks later, her body was found—stuffed in trash bags, dumped off the side of U.S. Highway 60 near Globe. Like she was nothing. Like her life never mattered. But it did. And it still does. What happened to Emily Pike is more than a tragedy—it’s a warning. A flashing red light on a system riddled with neglect. A system where vulnerable Indigenous youth too often vanish into silence. Three potential suspects. No arrests. And a family, a tribe, and a nation demanding to know: Who failed Emily? And who killed her? This episode isn’t just about a murder. It’s about how the system, designed to protect our most vulnerable, didn’t just let Emily fall through the cracks—it threw her to the wolves. Sources: https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/what-led-up-to-emily-pikes-placement-in-foster-care?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://www.statesman.com/story/news/local/arizona/2025/03/29/slain-teen-emily-pike-honored-san-carlos-memorial-service/82697107007/ https://www.wideopencountry.com/mom-speaks-out-after-14-year-old-found-dismembered/ https://www.azfamily.com/2025/03/05/former-roommate-describes-what-happened-before-emily-pikes-mesa-disappearance/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 18, 202529 min

Trapped in Obsession: The Ashley Wadsworth Murder Case

In the age of social media and online connections, it's easy to believe that relationships—no matter how far apart—can flourish, even across continents. But for one 19-year-old woman, an online romance with a charming young Englishman would take a dark and tragic turn. Ashley Wadsworth, a bright, adventurous teen from Vernon, B.C., had spent years building a connection with Jack Sepple, a young man from the U.K. Their relationship had blossomed online. In November of 2021, Ashley left Canada to start a new chapter of her life, meeting Jack in person for the first time. Ashley's journey seemed like the dream of a young woman eager to explore the world, her social media filled with updates of beautiful sights and happy memories. But behind the photos of Ashley’s bright smile and the excitement of her travels, a darker story was unfolding—a story that would end in heartbreak. Just months after arriving in the U.K., Ashley Wadsworth was dead. Her family and friends, who had followed her journey from afar, would soon learn of a chilling truth about the man she had chosen to trust. What led to Ashley’s tragic death? Why did no one stop Jack Sepple before it was too late? This is the story of Ashley Wadsworth—a young woman full of promise whose tragic fate was sealed by an online relationship gone horribly wrong. Sources: https://macleans.ca/society/online-dating-ashley-wadsworth-abuse-violence/ https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-63119427 https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/vernon-bc/ashley-wadsworth-10581527 https://globalnews.ca/news/8594921/ashley-wadsworth-death-uk-friend-text/ https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/ashley-wadsworth?CMP=ILC-refresh Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 11, 202537 min

Breaking the Code: The Mysterious Death of Ricky McCormick and the Unsolved Cipher

The date is June 30, 1999. A body is discovered in a cornfield, about 20 miles outside of St. Louis, Missouri. The man, 41-year-old Ricky McCormick, is found dressed in nothing but dirty blue jeans and a stained white T-shirt. His body is badly decomposed, so much so that his cause of death is impossible to determine. At first glance, it seems like another tragic and forgotten death — a man with few means and, likely, mental health struggles. But then, investigators find something that would turn this case on its head. Two pages of handwritten notes. These aren’t ordinary scribbles, though. The notes are written in an intricate, unbreakable code, something that has baffled both elite codebreakers and amateur sleuths for years. Over 30 lines of cryptic letters, numbers, and symbols, carefully arranged in a pattern that no one can decipher. It’s believed that the victim, Ricky, had written these notes shortly before his death, but what did they mean? Could these strange symbols hold the key to understanding how Ricky McCormick died — or even why? Despite his struggles with mental health, run-ins with the law and criminal activities, many believe these notes could be the missing piece to solving his mysterious death. Sources: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/93674/code-dead-mans-pocket-thats-stumped-fbi-over-15-years https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/help-solve-an-open-murder-case-part-2 https://allthatsinteresting.com/ricky-mccormick https://morbidology.com/ricky-mccormick-the-cryptic-notes/ https://www.riverfronttimes.com/news/code-dead-do-the-encrypted-writings-of-ricky-mccormick-hold-the-key-to-his-mysterious-death-2498959 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 4, 202533 min

A Mother Accused of the Unthinkable: Patricia Stallings Fight for Justice

In the scorching summer of 1989, a mother’s worst nightmare began. Patricia Stallings, just 24 years old, rushed her critically ill baby, Ryan, to the hospital. What followed would send her into a heart-wrenching battle for her life and freedom. For months, little Ryan had been suffering from severe gastric distress. But on one fateful day, his condition took a terrifying turn. Hospitalized and hooked up to a respirator, Ryan’s prognosis was unclear. However, after days of uncertainty, the doctors finally offered Patricia and her husband, David, a sliver of hope: Ryan would recover. But the relief was short-lived. The diagnosis that followed would devastate them—Ryan had been poisoned. Doctors discovered ethylene glycol in his blood, the main ingredient in antifreeze. This toxic substance was deadly in large amounts, but the mystery remained: How had Ryan ingested them? While these chemicals were present in their home, Patricia and David couldn’t fathom how their infant could have gotten his hands on them. The chilling diagnosis set off a series of events that would unravel Patricia’s life. Days after Ryan was released from the hospital, he was removed from his parents' care and placed into foster care. Tragically, only weeks later, he would return to the hospital—and this time, there was no saving him. As the investigation unfolded, Patricia became the prime suspect. Accused of poisoning her own child, she maintained her innocence. But the nightmare deepened when, while awaiting trial, Patricia gave birth to another child who showed the same concerning symptoms as Ryan. Was history repeating itself? Was Patricia Stallings truly capable of infanticide, or was there something far more sinister at play? Tune in to hear this gripping true story's shocking twists and turns—one that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about justice and motherhood. Sources: https://people.com/archive/the-murder-that-never-was-vol-36-no-23/ https://www.newspapers.com/article/st-louis-post-dispatch/10769830/ https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=3660 https://unsolved.com/gallery/patty-stallings/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559906/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 202532 min

Popcorn and Pistols, a Cinema Tragedy: Chad Oulson's Last Day

On January 13, 2014, just before 1:30 PM, moviegoers were settling in for an afternoon of entertainment. The lights dimmed, trailers played, and everything seemed normal—until the lives of two men, Chad Oulson, a U.S. Army veteran, and Curtis J. Reeves, a retired police captain and SWAT commander, collided in a shocking, life-altering way. What began as a seemingly minor dispute over a cell phone screen during movie previews quickly escalated into an explosive argument. Chad, trying to send a quick text to his babysitter about his young daughter, found himself at odds with Curtis, who was irritated by the light from Chad’s phone. As tensions built, Curtis left to speak with theater management, but when he returned, the confrontation reignited. Frustrated, Chad tossed a handful of popcorn in Curtis's direction—something no one could have predicted would lead to catastrophe. Without warning, Curtis pulled out a handgun and fired a single fatal shot. What happened next is so unbelievable, it could be mistaken for a scene from a movie. Join me as I unravel the chilling details of this tragic event in a Wesley Chapel movie theater, where a retired police captain’s extreme reaction to popcorn led to an irreversible tragedy. Listen as I explore how a trivial dispute spiraled into a life-or-death confrontation that no one saw coming. Don’t miss this gripping story that reveals how one impulsive decision forever changed the lives of those involved. Sources: https://www.courttv.com/news/movie-popcorn-murder-trial/ https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/thetelegraph/name/chad-oulson-obituary?id=24178319 https://web.archive.org/web/20230314201026/http://www.nytimes.com/2014/01/22/us/a-movie-date-a-text-message-and-a-fatal-shot.html?_r=0.43 http://www.curtisreevestrial.com/ https://edition.cnn.com/2014/02/05/justice/florida-movie-theater-shooting/index.html Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 202530 min

Secrets, Suspects, and the Hunt for Her Killer: The Vanishing of Suzy Lamplugh

On July 28, 1986, 25-year-old Suzy Lamplugh, a driven and confident real estate agent from London, England, went missing under bizarre and unsettling circumstances. Suzy, who had a promising career ahead of her, left her office that morning with a scheduled appointment to show a house to a client at 37 Shorrolds Road in Fulham. Her appointment was with a mysterious man known only as "Mr. Kipper." Little was known about this client, and despite the lack of information, nothing about the meeting seemed unusual to Suzy. It was supposed to be another regular day in her busy career. However, it turned out to be anything but ordinary. Later that day, Suzy’s car—a white Ford Fiesta—was found abandoned near the Fulham Football Club. The car doors were unlocked, her purse was still inside, but the keys were missing. Despite extensive police investigations and numerous searches, no trace of Suzy Lamplugh was ever found, and she has remained missing to this day. Over the years, countless theories about her disappearance have emerged. Some speculate that Suzy was abducted and possibly taken abroad, while others focus on the mystery surrounding her appointment with "Mr. Kipper." Could "Mr. Kipper" have been a pseudonym? Some believe that the name itself may hold cryptic clues, even hinting at a sinister connection when viewed as an anagram. To this day, the identity of Mr. Kipper remains unknown, and many individuals have been investigated in connection to Suzy’s case. However, no one has been definitively linked to her disappearance. In this episode, I dive deep into the mystery surrounding Suzy Lamplugh’s disappearance, examining the theories, potential suspects, and the chilling possibility that this case may never be solved. Sources: https://www.suzylamplugh.org/ https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-46044054 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqXwZ72iExE https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14051419/Suzy-Lamplugh-murder-suspect-John-Cannan-died-forensic-review.html https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/disappearance-of-suzy-lamplugh Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 202531 min

Uncover the Dark Side of Reality TV: The Tragic Tale of Nancy Campbell-Panitz

Join me for a gripping episode that delves into one of the most infamous television shows in history—the Jerry Springer Show—and its connection to a shocking tragedy. Meet Nancy Campbell-Panitz, a quiet single mother who found herself at the center of a sensationalized reunion with her ex-husband and his mistress on live TV. But what was supposed to be a chance for reconciliation turned into a quest for ratings-driven chaos. When Nancy bravely walked off the stage, she had no idea that her decision would be followed by a horrific event. Just weeks later, after the episode aired, Nancy was brutally murdered by her ex-husband, despite having a restraining order against him. This tragic incident became one of the most notorious cases linked to The Jerry Springer Show, a program infamous for its explosive confrontations and controversy. Tune in to explore the darker side of reality TV and how it can have devastating consequences. Discover how a show known for its sensationalism and violence impacted the lives of its guests and the broader cultural landscape. This episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by the intersection of media, morality, and tragedy. Sources: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x5r6njt https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/news/2002/05/27/panitz-receives-life-in-prison/28713131007/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/2000/07/27/death-follows-ugly-scene-played-out-on-springer/ea678ddd-bbf4-47b0-a353-43c5f940552c/ https://www.theguardian.com/g2/story/0,3604,347943,00.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH1pQiDZNnU Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 7, 202531 min

Secrets, Lies, and a Cold Case That Won't Die: The Unsolved Murder of Dana Bradley

On December 14, 1981, in St. John's, Newfoundland, 14-year-old Dana Bradley vanished while hitchhiking home to celebrate her mother's birthday. Witnesses saw her get into a car with an unknown man, but she never arrived. Four days later, her body was found in a remote wooded area, brutally assaulted with a blunt instrument. The eerie scene included her school books tucked under her arm, a haunting detail that has puzzled investigators for decades. For over 40 years, detectives have pursued countless leads, including a retracted confession and a witness claiming to have been present at the crime scene. Despite new DNA evidence linking the murder to an unknown suspect, the case remains unsolved. Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this enduring cold case, a mystery that continues to haunt the community and leaves many questions unanswered. Will justice ever be served for Dana Bradley? Tune in to explore the latest developments and the ongoing quest for truth in this gripping true crime story. Sources: https://www.facebook.com/Justicefordana/ https://www.reddit.com/r/coldcases/comments/zs05t1/dana_bradleys_kidnapping_and_murder_a_cold_case/ https://www.saltwire.com/newfoundland-labrador/no-justice-for-dana-126077 https://www.saltwire.com/atlantic-canada/longtime-person-of-interest-cleared-in-dana-bradley-case-116887 https://www.saltwire.com/atlantic-canada/man-claims-he-witnessed-dana-bradley-murder-26053 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 202532 min

Graveyard Confessions: The Disappearance of Lee Boxell

In the quiet suburbs of South London, a 15-year-old boy with an infectious smile and warm personality vanished without a trace in 1988. Lee Boxell left his home on a Saturday morning, with his parents believing he was off to a football match, unaware that they would never see him again. The last confirmed sighting was in Sutton town center, where he met a friend, but then he disappeared into thin air. Years later, a chilling lead reignited the investigation. A witness revealed that Lee had visited an unofficial youth club called "The Shed" at St Dunstan's Church in Cheam. As detectives dug deeper, they uncovered a disturbing network of pedophiles operating in the area, including the club's founder, William Lambert, who was later convicted of child abuse. For Lee's family, the search for answers has been a decades-long ordeal. His aging parents remain heartbroken, yearning for closure. Will Lee be found alive, or was he tragically taken from them? A £20,000 reward is now offered for any information that could bring peace to the Boxell family. Tune in to explore this gripping true crime story and the ongoing quest for truth in one of London's most enduring cold cases. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRfO4oNEkz4 https://www.facebook.com/groups/45801969377/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/christmas/2017/11/10/missing-lee-lost-boy-desperate-family-charity-gave-strength/ https://www.vice.com/en/article/lee-boxell-missing-teenager-sutton/ https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2014/apr/08/lee-boxell-disappearance-three-men-arrested https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=search&v=7019008194833638&external_log_id=e64f471f-fb8b-4423-ac10-ef591fb8dcc3&q=lee%20boxell Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 202531 min

When Love Turned Deadly: Reeva Steenkamp's Tragic Valentine’s Day

On February 14, 2013, a day meant for love and romance turned into a tragic and mysterious event that would shake the world. Oscar Pistorius, the renowned South African Paralympian athlete known as the "Blade Runner," fired four shots through a locked bathroom door, killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. A model and law graduate with a promising future, Reeva's life was cut short in a violent moment that left everyone stunned. Pistorius claimed he believed an intruder had entered his home, a fear fueled by previous break-ins and death threats. He kept a 9mm pistol under his bed for protection. However, it wasn't until he broke down the door with a cricket bat that he realized he had shot Reeva, the woman he loved. The police had a different theory: that the shooting was not self-defense but a tragic outcome of a domestic dispute. Neighbors reported hearing loud arguments from Pistorius' house before the fatal shots. The question remains: Was it a moment of rage or confusion that led Oscar to pull the trigger? Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this high-profile case, from the initial trial to the final verdict, and explore the complexities of justice and truth in the face of tragedy. Sources: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/africa/oscar-pistorius-reeva-steenkamp-murder-b2473327.html https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/jan/06/lets-not-pity-poor-oscar-pistorius-reeva-steenkamp-suffered-far-worse-a-fate https://apnews.com/article/oscar-pistorius-reeva-steenkamp-murder-killing-9294912233465de6f9000da2372d8663 https://www.cnn.com/2015/12/03/africa/reeva-steenkamp-profile/index.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_ePpUCZHpY Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 202533 min

Uncovering the Tragic Failures of the Justice System: Crystal McCrory Jones

On February 9, 2023, Crystal McCrory Jones, a 43-year-old woman, failed to show up for a scheduled doctor's appointment, prompting her husband to request a welfare check. What Deputy Chuck Harris found inside her home would forever change the lives of those who loved her: Crystal was dead from a gunshot wound to the head. Authorities quickly ruled her death a suicide, but this conclusion has left her family, particularly her sister Jana, with more questions than answers. The investigation was swift, with a verdict reached in just under two hours. However, the family believes this was too hasty and that crucial evidence was overlooked. Discrepancies in reports and statements have only deepened their suspicions. Crystal's husband, a former employee of the West Carroll Parish Sheriff's Department, had inconsistencies in his alibi, and the family was denied a thorough investigation. The cremation of Crystal's body, against their wishes, further destroyed potential evidence. Join me as I delve into the disturbing details of this case, where the pursuit of truth is overshadowed by allegations of a flawed investigation and potential cover-up. Will Crystal's family finally uncover the truth behind her tragic death, or will the mystery remain forever unsolved? Tune in to explore the twists and turns of this gripping true crime story. Sources: https://www.tiktok.com/@justiceforcrystalmccroryt=ZP-8tRyfcCzZ0w&r=1 https://www.facebook.com/groups/3074535702847225 https://www.youtube.com/@justiceforcrystalmccroryjones https://www.coxfuneral.com/obituaries/Crystal-McCrory-Jones?obId=27250222 https://www.knoe.com/2024/11/25/family-private-investigator-continue-raise-concerns-nearly-two-years-after-west-carroll-womans-death-ruled-suicide/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 7, 202531 min

The Baffling Disappearance of Noah Donohoe: Unraveling the Mystery

On June 21, 2020, 14-year-old Noah Donohoe vanished from Belfast, Northern Ireland, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. The most perplexing aspect of his disappearance was captured on surveillance footage: Noah riding his bike naked through a residential street. This bizarre sight sparked a massive search effort involving volunteers, police, and the community, who scoured the city for days. Six days later, Noah's body was discovered in a storm drain in North Belfast, raising even more questions about his final hours. The official cause of death was drowning, but many remain skeptical about the circumstances. How did Noah end up in such a remote and inaccessible location? What led to his strange behavior that day? As an ongoing inquest continues to uncover new theories and fuel public speculation, Noah's family seeks transparency and justice. From theories of head injuries to potential foul play, the case has become a national mystery. Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this haunting true crime story, exploring the latest developments and the family's relentless pursuit of truth. Will the truth behind Noah's tragic death ever be fully revealed? Sources: https://www.sundayworld.com/crime/irish-crime/cctv-captured-noah-donohoe-sneaking-out-of-house-at-330am-on-day-of-disappearance/a260207014.html https://www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/courts/2024/11/14/insufficient-evidence-to-prosecute-stormont-department-over-noah-donohoes-death/ https://www.judiciaryni.uk/files/judiciaryni/decisions/In%20the%20matter%20of%20an%20inquest%20touching%20upon%20the%20death%20of%20Noah%20Donohoe.pdf https://www.sundayworld.com/news/irish-news/noah-donohoes-mum-rejects-suicide-report-which-states-son-struggled-with-sexuality/a2056178040.html https://www.sundayworld.com/news/northern-ireland-news/noah-donohoes-aunt-says-teen-was-cremated-because-he-had-lifelong-fear-of-the-dark/1127915887.html https://www.vice.com/en/article/he-was-seen-cycling-naked-through-a-housing-estate-and-then-he-vanished/ https://youtu.be/JGzpnR3dihA?si=yXo8odF_lfLCL_00 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 202532 min

The Tragic Betrayal of Brianna Ghey: A Shocking Case of Deception and Murder

On February 11, 2023, 16-year-old Brianna Ghey, a vibrant teenager with a passion for TikTok, embarked on what seemed like a routine Saturday outing. She left her home to meet a friend, Scarlett Jenkinson, after receiving a text invitation to meet at the library. Despite her social anxiety, Brianna bravely boarded a bus alone, texting her mom along the way about her fears. Little did she know, this would be her final journey. Within hours, Brianna's life was brutally cut short by Scarlett and her accomplice, Eddie Ratcliffe. The two teenagers, who had meticulously planned the attack, lured Brianna to a secluded spot in Culcheth Linear Park, where she was stabbed 28 times. The shocking betrayal and violence of this crime sent shockwaves across the nation, highlighting the devastating consequences of hate and the ongoing struggles faced by transgender individuals. Join me as I delve into the disturbing details of this case, exploring how a seemingly innocent friendship turned deadly. Discover the twisted motivations behind the murder and how the investigation uncovered a dark world of obsession and violence. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in true crime stories and the fight against transphobia and violence. Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/feb/02/brianna-ghey-murderers-named-sentenced-to-life-in-prison https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/dec/20/thousands-of-messages-reveal-how-teenagers-plotted-of-brianna-ghey https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sentencing-Remarks-FINAL-2.2.24.pdf https://transwrites.world/brianna-ghey-murder-trial-prosecution/ https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/brianna-ghey-murder-vigils-protests-1234681651/ https://news.sky.com/story/brianna-ghey-how-the-vulnerable-teen-was-lured-to-her-death-13061387 https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/brianna-ghey-who-she-was-28336380 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 202532 min

The Vanishing of the Jack Family: A Chilling Canadian Mystery

On August 2, 1989, the Jack family—Ronnie, Doreen, and their two young sons, Russell and Ryan—mysteriously disappeared from Prince George, British Columbia. This Indigenous family, seeking a better life, was lured by a stranger's promise of lucrative jobs at a remote logging camp. The night before, Ronnie met a tall Caucasian man with reddish-brown hair and a full beard at a local bar, who offered them well-paid work and daycare for their children. The family, eager for a fresh start, packed up and left their home in a white pickup truck with this man, never to be seen again. For over three decades, the disappearance of the Jack family has remained one of Canada's most baffling unsolved cases. Despite extensive searches and investigations, no bodies have been found, and no concrete leads have emerged. The questions persist: Who was this mysterious stranger, and what happened to Ronnie, Doreen, Russell, and Ryan after they left their home? Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this haunting mystery, exploring the latest developments and the ongoing quest for truth. Will the Jack family's disappearance ever be solved, or will it remain a chilling enigma forever? Sources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/334259026671959 https://www.canadaunsolved.com/cases/missing-jack-family-1989-bc https://vancouversun.com/news/crime/relatives-prince-george-family-missing-since-1989-new-search https://www.staysafevancouver.com/post/jack-family-disappearance-was-the-jack-family-ever-found https://www.mmiwg-ffada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/20170926_MMIWG_Smithers_MJackStatement_Vol_9_Public-15.pdf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhs6mKsoUHw https://medium.com/@reallyhorrifying/the-family-that-vanished-the-jack-family-disappearance-b55e3e2ad246 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 202528 min

The Tragic Case of Innocence Lost: Jordan Browns Traumatic Childhood

On a frigid February morning in 2009, a rural Pennsylvania town was shaken by a brutal crime: the murder of 26-year-old Kenzie Marie Houk, eight months pregnant with her unborn child. The investigation that followed raised more questions than answers, focusing on an unlikely suspect—11-year-old Jordan Brown, the son of Kenzie's fiancé. The case hinged largely on the testimony of Kenzie's 7-year-old daughter, who claimed to have seen Jordan handling guns on the morning of the murder. However, the lack of concrete evidence led many to wonder if Jordan was truly capable of such a heinous act or if he was a victim of a flawed justice system. As Jordan's case unfolded, it sparked a national debate on juvenile justice and the reliability of child testimony. Despite being adjudicated delinquent in juvenile court, Jordan's conviction was later overturned by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court due to insufficient evidence. The question remains: Who really killed Kenzie Houk? Will justice ever be truly served for her and her unborn child? Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this gripping true crime story, exploring the complexities of justice and the ongoing quest for truth. Sources: https://abcnews.go.com/US/happened-11-year-boy-accused-murdering-pregnant-stepmom/story?id=58613764 https://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2024/12/04/jordan-brown-civil-rights-lawsuit/stories/202412040080 https://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2018/07/18/Pa-Supreme-Court-exonerates-Jordan-Brown-homicide-juvenile-Kenzie-Houk-Lawrence-County/stories/201807180125 https://jlc.org/news/way-it-happened-bs-how-jordan-browns-case-illustrates-systemic-problems-justice-system https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/jury-decision-jordan-brown-civil-trial-11-year-old-charged-murder/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 202531 min

An Unlikely Suspect: The Murders of J.B. Beasley and Tracie Hawlett

In the sweltering summer of 1999, a small Alabama town was forever changed when two vibrant teenagers, J.B. Beasley and Tracie Hawlett, vanished on a night meant to celebrate J.B.'s birthday. Hours later, their bodies were discovered in the trunk of their car, brutally murdered and abandoned on a quiet Ozark road. The crime scene revealed signs of a violent struggle, with scratches, mud, and evidence of being dragged through underbrush. The car's location hinted at a more sinister plot, suggesting the murders occurred elsewhere. For nearly two decades, the case remained a haunting mystery, with rumors of cover-ups and fears that the killer was still at large. However, in 2019, a breakthrough came when detectives turned to familial DNA, using public genealogy databases to uncover a hidden name. This innovative approach led to the arrest of Coley McCraney, a seemingly ordinary man with no criminal record—a truck driver and preacher who had lived in the shadows of suspicion for years. Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this gripping true crime story, exploring how DNA technology finally brought justice to the families of J.B. Beasley and Tracie Hawlett. Discover the shocking details behind the murders and the long journey to uncovering the truth. Will this case serve as a beacon for other cold cases, or will it remain a chilling reminder of the darkness that can lurk in the most unexpected places? Sources: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13404041/Wife-killer-preacher-Coley-McCraney-breaks-silence-arrest-2020.html https://www.al.com/news/2024/07/story-of-brutal-murder-of-2-teens-that-haunted-alabama-for-20-years-retold-on-sins-of-the-south.html https://www.happyscribe.com/public/20-20/forever-17 https://cdn.knightlab.com/libs/timeline3/latest/embed/index.html?source=1Kx6HveAG-PIUcau7DZXcjseRXzToVDvu0lpETPeQ3IQ&font=Default&lang=en&initial_zoom=2&height=700%27%20width=%27100%%27%20height=%27700%27%20webkitallowfullscreen%20mozallowfullscreen%20allowfullscreen%20frameborder=%270%27%3E https://abcnews.go.com/US/dna-match-leads-arrest-minister-decades-after-murders/story?id=109987862#:~:text=The%20murders%20sparked%20a%20decades,a%20McCraney%20in%20high%20school.%E2%80%9D https://www.oxygen.com/sins-of-the-south/crime-news/where-jb-beasley-tracie-hawletts-killer-coley-mccraney-now https://alabamavictimsmemorial.com/hawlett-tracie-jean/ https://www.wtvy.com/2024/12/14/coley-mccraneys-new-trial-hopes-teen-murders-dealt-devastating-blow/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 3, 202536 min

The Fatal Obsession: The Tragic Case of Shayna Hubers and Ryan Poston

On the evening of October 12, 2012, a chilling 911 call shook Highland Heights, Kentucky. Shayna Hubers, just 21 years old, calmly reported, "I killed my boyfriend in self-defense." When police arrived, they found Ryan Poston, a 29-year-old rising star in the legal world, dead from multiple gunshot wounds. Shayna claimed she acted in desperation, but as investigators delved deeper into their tumultuous relationship, they uncovered a dark tale of possessive love, rejection, and obsession. Ryan was trying to escape the toxic dynamic with Shayna. However, she couldn't accept his attempts to break free. The night of the murder, Ryan was supposed to meet Audrey Bolte, Miss Ohio 2012, for a date, further fueling Shayna's jealousy. As the investigation unfolded, evidence revealed a disturbing pattern of behavior from Shayna, including bizarre statements and actions that raised questions about her true motives. Join me as I explore the twisted events leading up to Ryan's tragic death and the complex trial that followed, where Shayna's claims of self-defense were put to the test. Was it a desperate act of self-preservation or a calculated act of murder? Sources: https://www.dmefuneral.com/obituaries/Ryan-Carter-Poston?obId=4462995 https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/ryan-poston-murder https://allthatsinteresting.com/ryan-poston https://casetext.com/case/hubers-v-commonwealth https://www.fox19.com/story/28784389/fwd-murder-trial-attracting-national-attention/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ur-7wzcLIRQ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 27, 202436 min

The Horrifying Date That Turned Into a Nightmare: Sade Robinson's Tragic Murder

On April 1, 2024, 19-year-old Sade Robinson from Milwaukee eagerly anticipated a night out on a date. Surveillance footage captured her sitting beside a man at Twisted Fisherman, a local restaurant, before they left together. This would be the last time anyone saw her alive. The next day, Sade's burned-out car was discovered in a parking lot, with her clothes discarded in the trunk. But the true horror was only beginning. A severed human leg was found near Lake Michigan, followed by a matching foot just miles away in Milwaukee. As the investigation unfolded, it revealed a twisted nightmare: Sade had been brutally murdered and dismembered by Maxwell Anderson, the man she had gone on a date with. Anderson, with a history of domestic abuse and other crimes, is now charged with first-degree intentional homicide, mutilating a corpse, and arson123. Join me as I delve into the shocking details of this case, exploring the motives behind such a heinous crime and the impact on Sade's family and community. Why would someone commit such atrocities against a kind and vibrant young woman? Tune in to uncover the latest developments in this gripping true crime story and the ongoing quest for justice for Sade Robinson. Sources: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/crime/2024/04/12/timeline-of-sade-robinson-murder-maxwell-anderson-arrest-in-milwaukee/73305478007/ https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/crime/2024/04/11/heres-what-we-know-about-maxwell-andersons-previous-legal-issues/73291999007/ https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/2024/05/10/sade-robinson-memorial-held-in-milwaukee-amid-homicide-investigation/73593302007/ https://www.cbs58.com/news/confidential-informant-maxwell-anderson-plotted-to-kill-and-dismember-sade-robinson-month-prior-to-death https://www.wisn.com/article/judge-grants-delay-maxwell-anderson-trial-accused-of-killing-sade-robinson/63072562 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 202430 min

The Dark Legacy of Mark Kilroy: A Spring Break Nightmare

In the spring of 1989, what was supposed to be a week of sun and fun for Mark Kilroy, a 21-year-old University of Texas student, turned into a horrific nightmare. While on spring break in Matamoros, Mexico, Mark vanished outside a bar, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Initially, local authorities treated his disappearance as just another missing person case, but those who knew him sensed something far more sinister was at play. As the investigation unfolded, a chilling tale of ritual sacrifice, drug smuggling, and unimaginable brutality emerged. Mark's family, friends, and volunteers worked tirelessly to uncover the truth, but it wasn't until nearly a month later that the shocking reality became clear. On April 11, 1989, Mark's body was found, along with 14 others, buried on a remote ranch. The mastermind behind this atrocity was Adolfo Constanzo, a sadistic cult leader who believed human sacrifices would grant his followers supernatural protection for their illicit activities. Join me as I delve into the dark world of Constanzo's cult and the events that led to Mark Kilroy's tragic fate. This episode explores the twisted rituals, the international manhunt that followed, and the lasting impact of this case on the world. Discover how Mark's disappearance became a symbol of the horrors that lurk in the shadows of organized crime and cult violence. Will justice ever fully be served for Mark and the other victims of this heinous cult? Sources: https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-work-of-the-devil/ https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/spring-break-trip-matamoros-murder-mark-kilroy-17838251.php https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2023/03/09/matamoros-mexico-kidnapping-mark-kilroy/ https://medium.com/tftunderworld/the-tragic-tale-of-mark-kilroy-and-the-matamoros-murder-cult-514f257bfe75 https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1989/04/13/spring-break-reveler-met-grisly-end/5eae25b4-2176-45ed-a9f6-5d39c759d613/ https://www.markkilroyfoundation.org/about.html Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 202433 min

Unraveling the Banfield Murders: A Web of Deceit and Betrayal

On February 24, 2023, a frantic 911 call from the Banfield family home in Virginia set off a chain of events that would expose a dark and twisted tale of love, betrayal, and murder. Police arrived to find Christine Banfield, a devoted mother and wife, clinging to life with multiple stab wounds, while nearby, Joseph Ryan lay dead from gunshot wounds. The scene was perplexing: Christine's husband, Brendan Banfield, their au pair, Juliana Magalhães, and their 4-year-old daughter were all present but unharmed. Initially, the au pair claimed she and the child had left for the zoo, returning to find an unfamiliar car in the driveway. However, as investigators dug deeper, a more sinister plot emerged. It was revealed that Brendan Banfield and Juliana Magalhães were involved in an affair and had used a fetish website to lure Ryan to the house under false pretenses. The original story of self-defense quickly unraveled, exposing a web of lies and deceit. Join me as I delve into the shocking details of this case, exploring how a seemingly ordinary family life turned into a tragic and deadly crime scene. Discover the twists and turns of the investigation, the elaborate murder plot, and the ongoing quest for justice. Will the truth behind the Banfield murders ever be fully revealed, or will it remain a haunting mystery forever? Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/article/brendan-banfield-murder-wife-au-pair.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6DwxsmIAeA https://lawandcrime.com/crime/id-give-it-to-her-jailhouse-communications-allegedly-reveal-covert-efforts-to-get-things-and-information-to-au-pair-indicted-in-sexual-fetish-conspiracy-double-murder/ https://people.com/nanny-husband-affair-murder-case-appalling-scene-8740388 https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/09/16/brendan-banfield-au-pair-homicide/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik *Go Ad-Free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SerialNapper * I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 6, 202429 min

The Chilling Confession of Virginia McCullough: A Family Betrayal

In September 2023, a seemingly ordinary family home in Essex, England, became the site of a heinous crime that would stun even the most seasoned detectives. John and Lois McCullough, aged 70 and 71, had been missing for years, but their disappearance was only recently reported by their concerned doctor. When Essex Police forced entry into the McCulloughs' home on September 15, they were met with a shocking confession from their daughter, Virginia McCullough. With a calm and detached demeanor, Virginia surrendered, stating, "I knew this would come eventually... It’s proper that I serve my punishment." But nothing could have prepared officers for the horrors they found inside. Virginia had murdered her parents in cold blood, poisoning her father with prescription medication and brutally stabbing her mother. She then constructed makeshift tombs for their bodies, living alongside them for four years while maintaining a web of deceit to cover her tracks. Join me as I delve into the disturbing details of this case, exploring how Virginia's calculated actions deceived everyone around her. Discover the chilling body cam footage of her confession and the investigation that uncovered the shocking truth behind this family tragedy. How could a daughter commit such atrocities against her own parents, and what drove her to such extreme actions? Tune in to explore this gripping true crime story and the ongoing quest for justice. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cgmglzvnl1yt https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Rex-v-Virginia-McCullough-Sentencing-remarks.pdf https://www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/article/virginia-mccullough-parents-murder-fwxqlfpd9 https://youtu.be/VNTAxHAkEMY?si=M8yTs49PUmJtOtbu Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 202431 min

Unmasking Kat Torres: The Dark Side of an Instagram Influencer Turned Human Trafficker

In September 2022, the disappearance of two young Brazilian women ignited a frantic search across the United States, involving their families and the FBI. The only clue was their connection to Kat Torres, a social media influencer with a glamorous past, having mingled with celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio. But beneath her charming facade, a sinister reality unfolded. The women, coerced into posting videos claiming they were fine, were actually trapped in a world of exploitation, witchcraft, and sex slavery. Kat Torres, once a celebrated model and wellness influencer, has now been sentenced to eight years in prison for human trafficking and enslavement. Despite her claims of innocence, the evidence paints a chilling picture of manipulation and abuse. Join us as we delve into the shocking transformation of Kat Torres from a symbol of success to a mastermind of exploitation. Discover how she used her platform to lure vulnerable followers into a nightmare of psychological control, financial exploitation, and forced labor. This gripping true crime story exposes the dark side of social media influence and the devastating consequences of blind trust. Tune in to uncover the twists and turns of this harrowing case and the ongoing quest for justice for her victims. Sources: https://youtu.be/ozF3l2IxwKs?si=41OTEnKyTINdO5nl https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/kat-torres-went-from-model-social-media-influencer-to-human-trafficker/MWKEGO4TNNE47PQBPJH2F6VMQY/ https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/instagram-influencer-kat-torres-sentenced-b2580191.html Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 202432 min

Tragedy Uncovered: The Devastating Story of Cimarron Thomas and the UK's Most Notorious Catfisher

In May 2018, the life of 12-year-old Cimarron Thomas from West Virginia was cut short in a tragic event that would leave her family and community shattered. This vibrant young girl, who loved playing the violin and chatting with friends on Snapchat, ended her life using her father's handgun. Her younger sister discovered her body, and the family was left with unanswered questions. Eighteen months later, Cimarron's father, a U.S. Army veteran, took his own life, consumed by guilt and grief, unaware of the true circumstances behind his daughter's death. Years later, in 2021, a shocking revelation emerged. Police in Northern Ireland contacted the family, revealing that Cimarron had been a victim of extreme online abuse by Alexander McCartney, a notorious catfish who targeted thousands of children worldwide. The chat logs on McCartney's computer exposed the horrific blackmail and exploitation that led to Cimarron's tragic decision. McCartney, sentenced to life with a minimum of 20 years, had manipulated and coerced Cimarron into sending compromising images, threatening to share them with her family and friends if she didn't comply with his demands. Join me as I delve into this heartbreaking case, exploring the devastating impact of online abuse and the importance of protecting children from predators like McCartney. Discover how this tragedy has sparked a global conversation about online safety and the need for vigilance in the digital age. Will justice ever fully be served for Cimarron and her family, or will this case remain a haunting reminder of the dangers lurking online? Sources: https://www.judiciaryni.uk/judicial-decisions/2024-nicc-30 https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c7897plqy3zo https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14001169/Alexander-McCartney-catfishing-sentencing-Cimarron-Thomas.html https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm2yj24xge1o https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2023/12/11/teens-social-media-and-technology-2023/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 202433 min

Betrayal in the Family: Uncovering the Shocking Disappearance of Iyana Sawyer

On December 19, 2018, 16-year-old Iyana Sawyer, a straight-A student from Jacksonville, Florida, vanished after leaving her high school early. Surveillance footage captured her departure around 11 AM, carrying two bags filled with school supplies and personal items. Iyana was five months pregnant, and her family had been supportive, but her disappearance sent them into a frantic search. Initially, it seemed like another case of a runaway teen, but what followed would reveal a dark and sinister truth. Iyana's secret was that she was pregnant with her uncle's child, Johnathan Quiles, who had been manipulating and exploiting her. Quiles convinced Iyana to meet him at his workplace, Ace Pick-A-Part, under the guise of running away together. Instead, he brutally murdered her and disposed of her body in a dumpster, which was later taken to a landfill. Despite an extensive search, Iyana's remains were never found. Join me as I delve into the shocking details of this case, exploring how Quiles' family ultimately helped bring him to justice. Discover the chilling evidence that led to his conviction for first-degree murder and the devastating impact on Iyana's family. This true crime story exposes the horrors of family betrayal and the ongoing quest for justice for Iyana and her unborn child. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NV1Kh7wvuAM&list=WL&index=212 https://www.the-sun.com/news/9150876/johnathan-quiles-convicted-murder-iyana-sawyer-surveillance-video/ https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/johnathan-quiles-teenage-niece-pregnant-execution-b2416965.html https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2023/09/21/defense-testimony-to-begin-on-heels-of-states-star-witnesses-in-trial-for-man-accused-of-2018-murder-of-niece/ https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2441613139343312 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 202433 min

Beyond the Paranormal: The Turbulent Life of Christina Boyer—From 'Poltergeist Kid' to Convicted Mother

In the mid-1980s, Christina Boyer, then known as Tina Resch, captivated the nation as the "Columbus Poltergeist Kid," claiming she could move objects with her mind. Her family's assertions of her telekinetic powers propelled her to media fame, including a feature on Unsolved Mysteries. However, her life took a dramatic turn, from being a runaway teen to a single mother and domestic violence survivor. But nothing could have prepared the public for the tragic events of 1992, when Christina was arrested and charged with the murder of her 3-year-old daughter, Amber. Despite maintaining her innocence, she accepted an Alford plea to avoid the death penalty, resulting in a life sentence plus 20 years in prison. The most puzzling aspect of her case is the evidence: Christina was not at home during the critical hours leading up to Amber's death, raising questions about her guilt. Join me as I delve into the complex and haunting story of Christina Boyer, exploring the blurred lines between truth and deception. Discover how her life went from paranormal fame to a tangled web of legal battles and the ongoing quest for justice. Will Christina's supporters succeed in exonerating her, or will her conviction stand as a testament to the darker side of fame and family tragedy? Sources: https://starnewsgaonline.com/2018/06/17/the-real-story-of-christina-resch-boyer-did-a-perfect-storm-of-events-lead-to-life-imprisonment/ https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-reviews/christina-boyer-poltergeist-girl-murder-daughter-demons-and-saviors-hulu-1234800011/ https://www.christinaboyer.org/ https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Tina_Resch https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/where-is-accused-toddler-killer-christina-boyer-now Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 202434 min

Mischief Night Turns to Murder: Unraveling the Chilling Case of Martha Moxley

On October 30, 1975, the night before Halloween, known as Mischief Night, 15-year-old Martha Moxley joined her friends in the affluent Belle Haven neighborhood of Greenwich, Connecticut, for an evening of pranks and fun. Among her companions were Michael Skakel, 15, and his brother Tommy, 17, members of a prominent family connected to the Kennedys. But before midnight, Martha's life was brutally cut short. Her body was discovered the next morning under a pine tree near her home, brutally bludgeoned with a golf club that matched a set from the Skakel residence. The investigation that followed was complex and contentious, with multiple suspects, conflicting alibis, and motives that spanned decades. Michael Skakel, a nephew of Ethel Skakel Kennedy, was eventually convicted of Martha's murder in 2002 but saw his conviction overturned and reinstated multiple times. Despite the legal battles, Martha's family continues to seek justice, leaving many questions unanswered: What really happened that fateful night? Was Michael Skakel truly responsible, or was he wrongly accused? Join me as I delve into the twists and turns of this infamous case, exploring the tangled web of evidence, family secrets, and the ongoing quest for truth. Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/who-killed-martha-moxley/ https://www.nytimes.com/article/skakel-moxley-murder-case.html https://www.historicmysteries.com/major-crimes/martha-moxley-murder/22636/ https://people.com/michael-skakel-files-lawsuit-after-martha-moxley-conviction-overturned-8421807 https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/share/bee64560-eb0c-43d5-a794-285902b26d4e?itm_content=footer-recirc https://www.nytimes.com/1975/11/04/archives/classmates-are-writing-a-eulogy-for-slain-girl.html Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 202433 min

The Toxic Enigma: Unraveling the Baffling Case of Gloria Ramirez, the Woman Whose Body Poisoned Dozens

On February 19, 1994, Gloria Ramirez, a vibrant 31-year-old wife and mother from Riverside, California, was rushed to the hospital, battling late-stage cervical cancer. Her life was cut short that night, but not due to her illness. Instead, her death became a medical enigma that continues to haunt healthcare professionals. After Gloria passed away, several ER staff members who treated her fell severely ill, experiencing symptoms like fainting, muscle spasms, and shortness of breath, sparking widespread fear and confusion. Dubbed "The Toxic Lady," Gloria's case has puzzled investigators for decades. Theories abound, from mass hysteria to chemical reactions from her pain medications, including the possibility that she used dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) for pain relief, which could have converted into a toxic agent during treatment. However, Gloria's family remains convinced that her death was a result of unsafe hospital conditions and negligence, demanding accountability. Join me as I delve into the mysterious circumstances surrounding Gloria Ramirez's death, exploring the complex theories and the ongoing debate. Discover how this case has become one of the most baffling medical mysteries of recent decades, leaving many questions unanswered. Will the truth behind Gloria's tragic demise ever be fully revealed, or will it remain a haunting enigma forever? Sources: https://www.discovermagazine.com/health/analysis-of-a-toxic-death https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1994/04/30/case-of-toxic-woman-closed-with-mystery-still-unsolved/470acaeb-74d2-42d7-82df-5b56fa2b5fc5/?noredirect=on https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1994-04-21-mn-48511-story.html https://allthatsinteresting.com/gloria-ramirez https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avCaAMxNRdc&t=1s https://www.baltimoresun.com/1994/04/21/woman-who-died-in-calif-mystery-fumes-case-is-buried-after-2-months/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 202427 min

Beyond the Shadows of Corpsewood Manor: Unraveling the Dark, True Crime Legacy of Dr. Charles Scudder and Joseph Odom

Deep within the desolate Chattahoochee National Forest lies the haunting remains of Corpsewood Manor, a hand-built brick mansion with a history as ominous as its name. Dr. Charles Scudder and his partner, Joseph Odom, built this sanctuary to escape the chaos of city life, but their dreams were brutally shattered in December 1982. The couple, along with their two beloved dogs, was murdered in a botched robbery attempt, sending shockwaves through the local community and captivating national media attention. As the investigation unfolded, whispers about Dr. Scudder's fascination with Satanism and the wild sex parties held in the infamous "Pink Room" fueled public speculation. The couple's lifestyle, though unconventional, was not harmful, yet it became a focal point of the public narrative. Today, Corpsewood Manor stands in ruin, shrouded in rumors of paranormal disturbances and dark entities. Many believe it is cursed, warning that removing even a single brick from the crumbling mansion invites damnation. Join me as I delve into the gripping true crime story behind Corpsewood Manor, exploring the tragic events that led to its dark legacy. Discover how this isolated haven turned into a site of horror and how its haunting history continues to captivate and terrify those who dare to venture near. Will the truth behind Corpsewood Manor's cursed reputation ever be fully revealed, or will it remain a haunting enigma forever? Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdK9YWObZS8 https://www.atlantamagazine.com/great-reads/the-corpsewood-murders-40-years-later/ https://the-line-up.com/corpsewood-manor https://www.atlantamagazine.com/great-reads/the-corpsewood-murders-40-years-later/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/corpsewood-manor https://abandonedgeorgia.com/corpsewood-manor/ Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 202430 min

The Real-Life Horror Behind 'The Exorcism of Emily Rose': The Anneliese Michel Story

You may have seen the chilling 2005 film "The Exorcism of Emily Rose," but few know the true story behind it. Anneliese Michel, a deeply devout young woman from Klingenberg, Bavaria, suffered from epilepsy and mental health issues that worsened despite medical treatments. Convinced she was possessed by demons, her family and two local priests conducted 67 secret exorcism rituals in her home, stopping all medical interventions. As Anneliese's health drastically declined, she became emaciated, weighing just 68 pounds at the time of her death. Her tragic demise from malnutrition and dehydration sparked a heated debate: Was she a victim of demonic possession or medical negligence? The state prosecutor argued that timely medical intervention could have saved her life, leading to charges of negligent homicide against her parents and the priests. Yet, many still believe Anneliese died from possession, not neglect. Join me as I delve into the complex and haunting story of Anneliese Michel, exploring the blurred lines between faith and medicine. Discover how this case has become a cautionary tale about the dangers of misdiagnosed demonic possession and the ongoing debate over her tragic fate. Will the truth behind Anneliese's death ever be fully revealed, or will it remain a haunting enigma forever? Sources: https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1978/04/21/cries-of-a-woman-possessed/94bf2fd3-8e64-482d-869d-1f929851ca8f/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/09/02/AR2005090200559.html https://cvltnation.com/horrific-case-anneliese-michels-possession-excorcism https://www.mamamia.com.au/the-exorcism-of-emily-rose/ https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=AcJdAAAAIBAJ&pg=5443%2C5231320 https://web.archive.org/web/20210730123254/https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/seized-by-the-spirit-temporal-lobe-epilepsy-and-the-exorcism-of-anneliese-michel/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4n9vK0_mdk&t=1s Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 4, 202427 min

The Babysitter's Dark Secret: Unraveling the Shocking Crimes of Christine Falling

As parents, we often entrust our most precious assets—our children—to caregivers, relying on trust and hope that they will be safe. But what happens when that trust is brutally betrayed? Christine Falling, known as the "Babysitter from Hell," is a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in choosing caregivers. Her crimes are a haunting testament to the vulnerability of children and the devastating consequences of unchecked evil. Falling's descent into darkness began early, with a history of torturing small animals and later harming neighborhood children. Between 1980 and 1982, she attempted to murder three infants and was responsible for the deaths of five babies and an elderly man. Her motives were as chilling as they were inexplicable: she claimed to have been driven by voices telling her to kill. Despite her openness about her crimes, Falling managed to evade detection for years, leaving a trail of tragedy in her wake. Join me as I delve into the disturbing case of Christine Falling, exploring how her actions went unchecked for so long and the lessons learned from her tragic crimes. Discover how this serial killer's history of abuse and neglect contributed to her heinous actions and why her case remains a cautionary tale for parents everywhere. Will the true extent of Falling's psychological motivations ever be fully understood, or will her crimes remain a haunting enigma forever? Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/1982/12/04/us/florida-baby-sitter-pleads-guilty-to-murdering-three-in-her-care.html https://www.nydailynews.com/2012/11/17/the-casual-horror-behind-christine-falling-the-florida-baby-sitter-from-hell/ https://murderpedia.org/female.F/f/falling-christine.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGgnAi5_mNs Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 202427 min

Beyond the Pages: Kouri Richins' Children's Book of Grief or a Calculated Cover-Up?

In March 2022, a celebratory evening at the Richins' Utah home turned into a tragic nightmare. Kouri Richins, a successful real estate agent, had just closed on a new property for her business. She and her husband, Eric, enjoyed a few drinks, including a Moscow mule she made for him. However, their night ended in horror when Eric was found unresponsive, and despite Kouri's frantic 911 call, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The autopsy revealed a shocking truth: Eric had died from a lethal dose of fentanyl, five times the amount needed to be fatal. Initially, Kouri suggested he might have accidentally consumed a fentanyl-laced gummy. But as the investigation unfolded, prosecutors alleged that Kouri had intentionally poisoned Eric, mixing the deadly substance into his drink. In a stunning twist, Kouri published a children's book, "Are You With Me," about coping with grief, which she promoted on local TV just before her arrest in May 2023. The community was left reeling as Kouri faced charges of aggravated murder and drug distribution. Join me as I delve into the complex and disturbing case of Kouri Richins, exploring how a seemingly ordinary family life turned into a web of deceit and betrayal. Will justice be served for Eric Richins, or will Kouri's defense prevail? Sources: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/timeline-utah-mom-kouri-richins-husband-death-fentanyl-rcna85787 https://www.walker-mortuary.com/obituaries/Eric-Richins https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-65885789 https://ksltv.com/647638/kamas-woman-charged-with-murdering-husband-is-found-guilty-of-assaulting-sister-in-law/ https://www.kpcw.org/summit-county/2024-05-08/court-to-decide-if-kouri-richins-goes-to-trial-a-year-after-her-arrest https://www.nytimes.com/article/kouri-richins-husband-murder-trial.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1TNfHAm8e4 Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 202434 min

A Decade of Silence: Unraveling the Haunting Disappearance of Sarah and Jacob Hoggle

On September 8, 2014, Troy Turner's world was shattered when he reported his girlfriend, Catherine Hoggle, and their two youngest children, Sarah and Jacob, missing. Catherine initially returned, claiming she had dropped the children off at a new daycare, but her erratic behavior soon raised alarms. As the day unfolded, she led Troy on a wild goose chase, directing him to multiple locations where the children were not found. In a chilling move, she slipped away from a Chik-fil-A, disappearing for four days. Catherine was eventually arrested and charged with neglect and hindering an investigation. Despite her later indictment for murder, she was deemed incompetent to stand trial due to her history of paranoid schizophrenia. The murder charges were dropped, but Catherine remains committed to a psychiatric hospital, refusing to reveal any information about the children's whereabouts. Ten years on, the mystery of Sarah and Jacob's disappearance continues to haunt their family and community. Their father, Troy Turner, has never given up hope, dedicating his life to finding his children. Join me as I delve into the complex and heartbreaking case of the Hoggle children, exploring the twists and turns of the investigation and the ongoing quest for justice. Will the truth behind their disappearance ever be revealed, or will it remain a haunting enigma forever? Sources: https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/11/30/hoggle-children-disappearance-competency-trial/ https://people.com/crime/troy-turner-speaks-missing-kids-sarah-jacob-hoggle/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/11/30/hoggle-children-disappearance-competency-trial/ https://medium.com/missing-sarah-jacob-hoggle/september-7-2014-6dabd9669224 https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/crime/hearing-scheduled-today-for-catherine-hoggle-mother-of-missing-toddlers/2014/11/06/b4b60b1a-65ba-11e4-bb14-4cfea1e742d5_story.html Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 202434 min

The Body Next Door: Unraveling the Dark Legacy of Leigh Ann Sabine

In the months leading up to her death from brain cancer, Leigh Ann Sabine made a cryptic comment to her hairdresser: "People will talk about me after I'm gone because of the body in the bag." Dismissed as one of her many outlandish tales, this statement would prove to be a haunting prophecy. Just a month after her passing, two friends stumbled upon a gruesome discovery that would expose Leigh Ann's darkest secret. For years, Leigh Ann had claimed to own a medical skeleton, a supposed keepsake from her nursing days, which she would often move around her home or garden. Her friends thought it would be amusing to use it for a prank, but their plan backfired when they unwrapped the package to find a perfectly mummified body. The shocking truth was revealed: the body belonged to her husband, John Sabine, who had been missing since 1997. Leigh Ann had brutally murdered him with a stone frog ornament and meticulously concealed his body for 18 years, collecting his pension and living a life of deception. Join me as I delve into the twisted tale of Leigh Ann Sabine, a woman who hid in plain sight, using her eccentric demeanor to mask a sinister secret. Discover how her friends unwittingly uncovered her crime and how Leigh Ann managed to evade detection for nearly two decades. This true crime story is a chilling reminder that sometimes the most shocking truths can be hidden behind a facade of normalcy. Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2016/may/19/woman-killed-husband-hid-body-never-caught-leigh-ann-sabine https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/05/20/for-years-a-woman-in-wales-said-she-murdered-husband-with-a-stone-garden-frog-no-one-believed-her-until-the-body-turned-up-in-the-garden/ https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/article/2024/aug/11/the-body-next-door-review-a-jaw-droppingly-addictive-true-crime-tale https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c628ez6zx0mo https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/the-perfect-murder-leigh-ann-sabines-daughter-speaks-out-about-her-lost-childhood/GSFYUVG7TCAOHRSLU3W35Q6SDA/ I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 202426 min

The Phantom of Heilbronn: How a DNA Blunder Unmasked a Non-Existent Killer

Imagine a serial killer so elusive, she was dubbed "The Phantom of Heilbronn" or "The Woman Without a Face." For years, German police hunted this enigmatic figure, linked to six murders and numerous thefts across Europe. The DNA evidence seemed irrefutable, pointing to a single female perpetrator. But in a shocking twist, it was discovered that the DNA was not from a serial killer at all—it was a result of contaminated cotton swabs used in DNA collection. The case of the Phantom of Heilbronn became one of the most infamous examples of DNA contamination in forensic history. Despite a massive manhunt and a €300,000 reward, the truth was far more mundane and embarrassing: the DNA belonged to a factory worker who had inadvertently contaminated the swabs during production. Join me as I delve into this gripping true crime story, exploring how a simple mistake led to a decade-long search for a non-existent killer. Discover the lessons learned from this case and how it highlights the vulnerabilities of DNA evidence in crime investigations. Will this cautionary tale change the way we rely on DNA in solving crimes? Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2008/nov/09/germany-serial-killer https://time.com/archive/6946145/germanys-phantom-serial-killer-a-dna-blunder/ https://www.nature.com/articles/543589b https://www.iso.org/news/2016/07/Ref2094.html https://www.smh.com.au/world/woman-without-a-face-leaves-german-police-in-the-dark-20081117-68dq.html Follow me here: ► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SerialNapper/ ► Twitter - https://twitter.com/serial_napper ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/serialnappernik/ ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SerialNapper/ ► TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@serialnappernik I will be in London at CrimeCon UK and I would love to meet you! Use my discount code NAPPER10 for 10% off the ticket price! Visit https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mood.com and use my code SERIALNAPPER to save 20% off your first order. https://mood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 202427 min