Best Crack the Case Crime Family Podcasts (2025)

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Inside The Monster Series [bonus] 1:04:42

15h ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Executive Producers Matt Frederick and Trevor Young sit down for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation about the makings of the Monster series. Get the scoop from the beginning and find out how a one-off investigation into a serial killer in Atlanta became an award-winning global podcast franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Listen Now — Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah 41:42

4d ago41:42

41:42

The new season of Deep Cover, a podcast about people who lead double lives, reveals a story of stolen valor and misplaced heroism. Sarah Cavanaugh was many things to the people who knew her: a decorated veteran, a Marine who saved her comrades, a young woman fighting cancer. Sarah was everything people wanted her to be—until she wasn’t. Turns out, …

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Larry Riegel Part 2: Dusting off the Case 59:23

5d ago59:23

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Last week, we brought you Part 1 of Larry Riegel’s story. You learned about Larry’s life, career, and sudden disappearance from Yakima, Washington, around Christmas in 2009. On Christmas morning, Larry spoke with his mother, and around 4 PM that afternoon, he had a conversation with his son, Brian. But when Brian called back later that evening, Lar…

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Larry Riegel Part 1: Shifting Narratives 1:10:04

11d ago1:10:04

1:10:04

It was Christmas 2009 when 57-year-old Lawrence Riegel vanished from Yakima, Washington. Larry had plans to visit his family the day after Christmas, but he never showed up, which was completely out of character for Larry. He was known for always arriving with his famous peach pie in hand. At the time, Larry was living with his girlfriend, Ladena, …

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Nicholas Downey 1:02:12

14d ago1:02:12

1:02:12

In late February 2023, 37-year-old Nicholas Downey rented a car in Florida to visit his wife in Mississippi. While he made it there safely, the visit was brief, as Nick needed to return to Florida and drop off the rental car. During his drive home, he spoke to his wife one last time. After that call, he vanished without a trace. Nick's disappearanc…

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Replay: Sandy Rea 1:05:05

21d ago1:05:05

1:05:05

This episode originally aired on April 6, 2020. On the night of September 19, 1984, 17-year-old Sandy Rea was last seen at the Windsor Bowling Alley in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Her cousin, who was working there at the time, had a brief conversation with her. Sandy then made a phone call, though it’s still unclear who she contacted. Sandy mentioned to her…

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Joseph "Joe Lupo" Rulli Part 2: Escape or Execution? 1:04:37

1M ago1:04:37

1:04:37

Last week, we shared Part 1 of Joseph “Joe Lupo” Rulli’s story. You learned about his rise in the boxing world at a young age, his battle with Polio that tragically ended his career too soon, and Joe’s eventual rise within the mafia. For a while, things were looking good for Joe, but by April of 1971, a mafia turf war was raging. Several of Joe’s a…

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Joseph "Joe Lupo" Rulli Part 1: A Marked Man 1:01:03

1M ago1:01:03

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On April 20, 1971, 39-year-old Joseph Rulli, also known as Joe Lupo, mysteriously disappeared from Closter, New Jersey. That day, Joe was hosting a party when he stepped out briefly for an errand but never returned, prompting his wife to report him missing. Days later, Joe's car was discovered in Jersey City, riddled with bullet holes and stained w…

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S35 Ep4: The Chia Children - Evidence 22:02

1M ago22:02

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In the final episode of our series on Charles and Jennifer Chia, we examine the known evidence and unanswered questions that continue to surround their tragic case. With insight from retired detectives Allan Fox and Ron Dreher, we revisit the timeline, key suspects, and overlooked details from the original 1989 investigation. From a mysterious rans…

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Cynthia Robison 1:07:22

1M ago1:07:22

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In September 2007, 38-year-old Cynthia Robison left Stockton, California, in the company of a truck driver. The two traveled to Florida, and it’s documented that they were there in early to mid-October. On October 15, Cynthia called her mother, Carolyn, from Connecticut, sounding frantic. She claimed to have witnessed the truck driver shoot someone…

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Nicholas Marion Part 2: Breaking Point 57:51

2M ago57:51

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Last week, we brought you Part 1 of Nicholas Marion’s story, and you learned about his life growing up in the Orlando, Florida, area and his eventual move to British Columbia after marrying a woman from there. After relocating, the distance between Nick and his loved ones in the U.S. seemed to widen. In retrospect, Nick appeared increasingly isolat…

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Nicholas Marion Part 1: Beneath the Surface 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

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On the morning of June 30, 2024, at around 6:30 AM, 38-year-old Nicholas Marion left a property he was staying at in Youbou, British Columbia, to go for a walk. However, Nick never returned, and his phone was left behind, making it impossible to contact him. Nick, along with his wife Dory, had traveled to Youbou, a peaceful community nestled along …

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Charissa "Hazel Grace" Caster Part 2: Through the Cracks 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Last week, we shared Part 1 of Charissa Caster’s story. You learned that in July 2024, Charissa vanished without a trace. Her belongings were discovered along a roadside in Edmonds, Washington, prompting law enforcement to notify her family. Days later, her car was found abandoned approximately 50 miles away in Sequim, Washington. Surveillance foot…

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Charissa "Hazel Grace" Caster Part 1: Chaos Puzzle 1:12:59

2M ago1:12:59

1:12:59

In late July 2024, 32-year-old Charissa Caster vanished under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind a trail of unsettling clues. Her disappearance came to light when her belongings were found scattered along a roadway in Edmonds, Washington. Shortly after, her car was discovered abandoned near Sequim, WA, roughly 50 miles away. The last confirme…

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S35 Ep3: The Chia Children - Remains 21:23

2M ago21:23

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In this third installment of our series on Charles and Jennifer Chia, we delve into the discovery of their remains nine months after they vanished on October 18, 1989. Retired Detective Allan Fox and Retired Detective Ron Dreher share their firsthand experiences of this tragic case, describing the remote location where the children’s bodies were fo…

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Replay: Toby Anderson 1:08:53

3M ago1:08:53

1:08:53

At just 16 years old, Toby Anderson found himself tangled in a web of trouble. His teenage years were marked by hardship, pushing him to act out in ways that strained his relationships. Sent to a juvenile facility in Northern California, Toby was shuffled between different family members, struggling to find stability. Then, without warning, he vani…

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Shannon Merry 1:06:39

3M ago1:06:39

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It was Easter Sunday in 2013 when Shannon Merry's family last heard from her. During a phone call with her mother, who was in North Carolina while Shannon was in Ronkonkoma, New York, they had a disagreement, and the conversation ended on a sour note. After the call, Shannon's mother did not hear from her again and assumed that her daughter was ups…

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S35 Ep2: The Chia Children - Circumstances 17:49

3M ago17:49

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In this episode, we continue our investigation into the heartbreaking case of Charles and Jennifer Chia, two young children who vanished in 1989. Retired Detectives Allan Fox and Ron Dreher help piece together the circumstances surrounding their disappearance, shedding light on key locations and witness accounts. As Shane retraces their last known …

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Roberta Michels-Hopkins 1:06:09

3M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

In February of 1981, Roberta Michels-Hopkins, a 29-year-old mother of two, disappeared from Camden, New Jersey, without a trace. The story goes that she left her home, heading out to buy a pack of cigarettes, and never returned. Roberta's sister said she received a phone call from the man Roberta was in a relationship with, asking if she had seen o…

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Tamala "Nikki" Wells 1:02:34

3M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

In early August 2012, 33-year-old Tamala “Nikki” Wells vanished from her Detroit, Michigan, home under mysterious circumstances, leaving her family in a state of confusion and despair. The last person to see Tamala, her boyfriend, claims she drove off from their home on the evening of August 6th in a white 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, but after that, s…

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S35 Ep1: The Chia Children: Missing 17:51

3M ago17:51

17:51

In this episode of Foul Play, we delve into the heartbreaking and chilling unsolved case of the Chia children from Reno, Nevada. On October 18, 1989, Charles, 8, and his younger sister Jennifer, 6, vanished after a seemingly ordinary day, only for their tragic fate to unfold amid the media frenzy following a devastating earthquake. With firsthand a…

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Jeremy Lawrence 57:25

4M ago57:25

57:25

On August 20, 2023, 39-year-old Jeremy Lawrence visited his girlfriend and newborn daughter at St. Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota. After spending time with them, he left the hospital around 5:30 PM, planning to ride his ATV roughly 70 miles to his parents' home in Mountain Iron, Minnesota. About an hour later, around 6:30 PM, he was see…

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S2 Ep94: Lies, Truth, and The Keepers 1:16:54

4M ago1:16:54

1:16:54

In this episode of Foul Play, Shane and Gemma are joined by Mike, an expert in detecting deception through body language, as they dive deep into the perplexing case of Sister Cathy. The trio scrutinizes the most promising suspects and unpacks intriguing visuals from The Keepers, shedding new light on evidence that has long baffled investigators. Co…

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Darrel Johnson Part 2: Triangle Beneath the Stars 53:37

4M ago53:37

53:37

In late June 2024, Darrel Johnson traveled from Phoenix to a remote state park in northeastern New Mexico with 33 other campers. They were celebrating the birthday of a woman’s daughter, who some described as Darrel’s girlfriend while others referred to her simply as a friend. Reports indicate that Darrel arrived at the campground around 11 AM on J…

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S34 Ep10: Casey Anthony, Truth or Lies: The Verdict 22:22

4M ago22:22

22:22

In the final episode of Foul Play: Casey Anthony - Truth or Lies, we unravel the shocking verdict delivered after Casey Anthony's high-profile trial. The jury's decision to acquit Casey of murder, manslaughter, and child neglect leaves lingering questions about what truly happened to Caylee Anthony. Rob Dick shares his firsthand insights, highlight…

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Darrel Johnson Part 1: Where the Trail Ends 56:27

4M ago56:27

56:27

On June 28, 2024, Darrel Johnson left his home in Phoenix, Arizona, and traveled to Conchas Lake State Park in New Mexico to join a group of over 30 people camping there for a birthday celebration. The group arrived and settled into their campsite. According to those camping with him, Darrel was last seen around 11 PM that night. However, a fellow …

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S34 Ep9: Casey Anthony, Truth or Lies: The Trial Continues 58:10

4M ago58:10

58:10

In this episode of Foul Play: Casey Anthony - Truth or Lies, we delve deeper into the six-week trial that captivated the nation. Witness testimony reveals insights from Casey's friends, housemates, and her mother, Cindy, painting a chilling portrait of events leading up to Caylee's disappearance. Emotional moments in court highlight Cindy Anthony’s…

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Andi Wagner 1:14:29

4M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

In early August 2022, 24-year-old Andi Wagner mysteriously vanished from Evansville, Indiana. On August 6th, she briefly visited her grandparents' house before heading out. Andi's destination was unknown. Later, she was with a man she knew. He claimed Andi left his home either late on the evening of the 6th or in the early morning hours of the 7th.…

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S34 Ep8: Casey Anthony, Truth or Lies: The Trial Begins 39:38

4M ago39:38

39:38

In this episode, we jump to May 24, 2011—the opening day of Casey Anthony’s trial—and hear the prosecution and defense lay out two very different narratives about Caylee’s fate. We explore Rob Dick’s firsthand recollections, including his time living with Casey and her family while she was out on bail. The episode also features key trial audio clip…

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Katherine Hammontre Sundquist 1:19:30

4M ago1:19:30

1:19:30

In April 2019, Katherine Hammontre Sundquist embarked on a hike with friends and her beloved dog, Tootsie, in a national park near San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico. Their destination was a picturesque waterfall. Before the hike, Katherine had injured her foot, and not long after beginning the trek, she informed her friends that her foot was hurt…

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Replay: Isaac Seidel Part 2 - The Last Ride 58:51

5M ago58:51

58:51

Yesterday, we shared the first part of Isaac Seidel's story, providing insight into his life and the events leading up to his disappearance. You learned that Isaac vanished along with his bike, phone, and backpack, leaving behind everything else at his home. Isaac hadn't mentioned to anyone that he had plans to go anywhere. In fact, it appeared tha…

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S34 Ep7: Casey Anthony, Truth or Lies: Remains 30:39

5M ago30:39

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In this gripping episode of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, we delve into the harrowing discovery of Caylee Anthony's remains and the subsequent fallout. From the persistence of Ron Kronk, the utility worker who first raised alarms, to the controversial courtroom interrogations he faced, we explore the pivotal moments that shifted the case. Hear abou…

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Replay: Isaac Seidel Part 1 - A Simple Life 53:48

5M ago53:48

53:48

Isaac Seidel, a 36-year-old man from Blain, Pennsylvania, disappeared on September 12, 2021. His loved ones grew concerned when Isaac missed several days of work, prompting them to visit his home. There, they discovered a chilling scene: Isaac, who lived alone, was gone, but his bicycle, backpack, and phone were missing. Everything else seemed unto…

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Replay: Barbara Cotton Part 2 - A Tangled Web 1:20:11

5M ago1:20:11

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On April 11, 1981, 15-year-old Barbara Cotton vanished without a trace from Williston, North Dakota. A bright and ambitious young woman, Barbara had big dreams for her future. She was saving money for her first apartment, which she planned to rent when she turned 16 that fall. But those dreams were abruptly shattered on that chilly spring evening w…

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Replay: Barbara Cotton Part 1 - A Lost Girl 50:04

5M ago50:04

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On April 11, 1981, 15-year-old Barbara Cotton vanished without a trace from Williston, North Dakota. Her mother, Louise, immediately began contacting Barbara’s friends, hoping to learn to find her. When no one had seen her, Louise reported her daughter missing to the Williston Police Department and passed along any tips she received. However, as th…

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Anastasia Ferriera 1:17:19

5M ago1:17:19

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Nineteen-year-old Anastasia Ferreira, affectionately known as "Stasia" by those closest to her, was the kind of person who couldn't help but be noticed. Though Anastasia stood just around 4'11", her personality loomed large, making her impossible to overlook. She was a vibrant force of nature to her family: a ball of energy with a heart big enough …

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Jessie Foster 1:13:17

5M ago1:13:17

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21-year-old Jessica Foster, known to those close to her as Jessie, disappeared from Las Vegas, Nevada in late March of 2006. Jessie was far from her home in Canada, and her family didn't really know the ins and outs of Jessie's daily life in Sin City. They had last seen Jessie in late 2005 when she returned home to visit her loved ones for the holi…

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S2 Ep93: Sister Cathy, Continuing the Timeline 1:07:15

6M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

In this episode of Foul Play, Shane and Gemma pick up where they left off, completing the intricate timeline of events surrounding the disappearance and murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik. They shed light on pivotal moments, uncover new connections, and discuss the lingering questions that continue to haunt this decades-old case. Listeners will also hea…

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Mistie Murray 20:39

6M ago20:39

20:39

The Canadian Centre for Child Protection calls it case fraught with a lot of sadness. 16-year-old high school student Mistie Murray disappeared from Goderich, Ontario on May 31st, 1995. Her adoptive father was charged with murder. He was acquitted in 1997. Mistie has never been found.By Frequency Podcast Network

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S34 Ep6: Casey Anthony, Truth or Lies: Leonards Out 22:31

6M ago22:31

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In this episode of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, we explore the growing chaos surrounding Casey Anthony while she was out on bond. Rob Dick shares how tensions peaked during a live broadcast outside the Anthony home, where protestors and media created a volatile spectacle. Texas EquuSearch's arrival and Casey’s hostile refusal to cooperate only dee…

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Bethany Collins Buckles Part 2: Targeted 1:17:23

6M ago1:17:23

1:17:23

Last week, you heard Part 1 of Bethany Collins Buckles’ story. You learned about her life, struggles, and sudden disappearance just as she planned for her mother’s Thanksgiving visit. Jolinda had expected to hear from Bethany, but she grew concerned when the call didn’t come. At the time, Jolinda was in Atlanta, hours away from Bethany’s condo in A…

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Michael Nigris 8:25

6M ago8:25

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Michael Nigris was shot and killed in the Oshawa, Ontario plaza parking lot where he worked on March 30th, 2023. Durham Regional Police say they have been able to locate two individuals they believe were involved in his murder, but there have never been any arrests in this case. His sister says this is not going to be a cold case and they will exha…

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Bethany Collins Buckles Part 1: Thanksgiving 1:02:52

6M ago1:02:52

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In the week leading up to Thanksgiving 2021, Bethany Collins Buckles was making holiday plans with her mother, Jolinda. Bethany was at her condo in Asheville, North Carolina, while Jolinda was at her home in Atlanta, Georgia. Jolinda planned to drive to Asheville for the holiday, and they were creating a shopping list to send to the grocery store f…

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S2 Ep92: Sister Cathy, A Timeline of Events and Key Insights 1:10:22

6M ago1:10:22

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In this episode of Foul Play, Shane and Gemma discuss the significant developments and unanswered questions surrounding the disappearance and murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik. They outline a detailed timeline leading up to and following her disappearance, touching on key events and interactions with people close to her. The episode also delves into th…

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Sharmini Anandavel 16:08

6M ago16:08

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15-year-old Sharmini Anandavel left her Toronto apartment on June 12, 1999 after telling her parents she was headed out to see about a new job. She never returned. Months later her remains were found in Finch East Park. Police had a suspect early on, but there has never been an arrest in this case.By Frequency Podcast Network

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S34 Ep5: Casey Anthony, Truth or Lies: Whats For Dinner? 18:26

6M ago18:26

18:26

In Episode 5 of Casey Anthony: Truth or Lies, titled “What’s for Dinner?”, Casey’s behavior after being released on bond paints a chilling picture. Her first moments back home with her grieving parents show no signs of a mother searching for her missing child—her priorities seem unsettlingly trivial, focused on dinner plans and appearances. Rob Dic…

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Braonain McGinnis 1:14:51

6M ago1:14:51

1:14:51

The 2023 holiday season was already in full swing, with many of us busy wrapping gifts and preparing for festive gatherings, when 24-year-old Braonain McGinnis quietly vanished from his home in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Braonain and his mother, Patricia, worked opposite shifts, so it wasn't unusual for them to miss each other except for brief moments …

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William Pennell 43:07

6M ago43:07

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Unidentified human remains were discovered on July 16, 1980, in the area of Steeles and Concession in Markham. For over 40 years the identity of the person was unknown, but with the use of genetic genealogy the remains were identified in 2023 as belonging to William Pennell. The 26-year-old had escaped from a correctional facility in Kingston.…

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Important Lost Hills - Dark Canyon Update 20:13

6M ago20:13

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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department listened to our podcast and now they’re asking us some new questions — and answering some of ours. Are they ready to reopen the investigation into Mitrice’s death? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Western Sound and Pushkin Industries

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