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Crimes & ClosetsThe Last OneThe Finale.Always remember...The world is scary, people suck, hide in your closets.....And also....We LOVE YOU!Beth & CristySources for Menendez Brothers and Casey Anthony:https://people.com/all-about-casey-anthony-parents-george-cindy-anthony-8422484https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Caylee_Anthonyhttps://parade.com/culture/where-is-casey-anthony-nowhttps://parade.com/culture/where-is-casey-anthony-nowhttps://www.foxnews.com/us/most-hated-mom-casey-anthony-returns-national-spotlight-after-acquittal-daughters-murderhttps://abcnews.go.com/US/da-reconsider-resentencing-menendez-brothers-admit-lies/story?id=119967273https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
2025-03-312h 06
Crimes & ClosetsThe Huntington Teenage MurdersIn May of 2005, 4 teens were gunned down in the early morning hours by an unknown person or persons. One of the teens, Donte Ward, was connected to a known Detroit drug ring run by Cherylethia “Bunny” Holmes. The other three, Eddrick Clark, Michael Dillon, and Megan Post, were collateral damage as witnesses to an alleged hit that was put out on their friend. The case is not cold, but it is not solved. Who committed these Huntington Murders? Join us in the closet this week as we discuss a case from Beth’s hometown. Sources:https...
2025-03-1041 min
Crimes & ClosetsHalloween Collab with WHITWHey Closet Sisters and WHITW fans! We are back with our annual Halloween episode. We are so excited to bring you the 5th installment. Join us as Jess and Cristy tell crazy stories about some satanic cult madness. There are lots of twists and turns in these cases, so hold onto you pants and snuggle in for some crazy campfire stories!
Sources for Jess:
https://www.murderpedia.org/male.G/g/gecht-robin.htm
https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/The_Ripper_Crew
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/ripper-crew-victims-thomas-kokoraleis/
https...
2024-10-281h 41
Crimes & ClosetsPedal the CauseWe are doing something different today. In an effort to give a push for our fundraising efforts for Pedal the Cause, Cristy is telling us about her battle with cancer.
Sources:
Life
2024-08-0543 min
Crimes & ClosetsHalloween Collab with WHITW - Killer B's on the MicJoin us in the closet this week with our friends at What Happens in the Woods Podcast for our 4th annual Halloween Collab. This year we decided to cover the real life events behind some of our favorite horror movies, with the Killer B's on the mic. Brice starts us off by telling us the real story behind the movie The Birds. He also discusses some pretty disturbing events that occurred during the filming of the movie. Then Beth tells us about the real serial killer behind the movie Scream, aka The Gainesville Ripper. And then we have a...
2023-10-301h 22Crimes & ClosetsFriday Closet Chit ChatSurprise! We decided to give you a preview of what it is like to be a Patreon subscriber. We release two episodes a month on Patreon. One is a crime story and one is a chit chat, where we talk about podcasts we are listening to, products we are using, shows we are watching, meanings behind songs, and the list goes on and on. We are also joined by a special guest, our friend Kelly! Stay tuned for 2 giveaways this week! A product we recommended and a book that Beth read! Give it a listen and let us know...
2023-07-1733 minCrimes & ClosetsCrossover with Twisted and UncorkedWe did a collaboration with the ladies over at Twisted and Uncorked Podcast, Sierra and Alecia. Both podcasts have two best friends as hosts, therefore we chose a Best Friend Crime theme. Cristy told a story over on their feed and Sierra is sharing a story with you all. We had so much fun with them, and hope you enjoy listening. Go check these ladies out!
2023-06-1432 minCrimes & ClosetsNever Miss a MondayWe never miss a Monday so even though we are not releasing an episode, Beth is jumping on to wish you a Happy Monday and to tell you how much we love and appreciate you and all your support. Here's to 2023 in the closet!
Crimes & Closets is a true crime podcast production of Skoldon, LLC
2022-12-2601 min
Crimes & Closets2 for 1: Edward and Sean Fitzgerald & Amanda BachToday Cristy and Beth collaborate with two smaller cases for one episode.
Sources:
https://www.evergreenfuneralhome.org/memorials/sean-fitzgerald/3876373/
https://obits.gazette.com/us/obituaries/gazette/name/edward-fitzgerald-obituary?id=23399863
https://gazette.com/news/prominent-springs-surgeon-stabbed-to-death-in-home/article_3a7b4296-4eca-50f3-a4d3-15c1f7e658ce.html
https://gazette.com/news/family-of-man-who-killed-father-say-they-will-practice-forgiveness/article_7664c902-bbb3-5da9-8b5e-f1d18c897a1f.html
https://gazette.com/news/son-will-be-tried-in-surgeons-killing/article_0f2e707f-cc7e-51eb-b90a-0a309ee567f8.html
https://www.denverpost...
2022-11-2854 min
Crimes & ClosetsHalloween Collab with WHITWIt's time for our annual collaboration with Jess and Brice from What Happens in the Woods podcast! On this episode Cristy tells a story of a very disturbing exorcism. Jess explains the the origins of Halloween. We thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with them again. Please go give them a listen!
Sources:
Cristy:
https://www.indystar.com/story/news/2014/01/25/the-disposession-of-latoya-ammons/4892553/
Jess:
https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween#:~:text=Ancient%20Origins%20of%20Halloween,-Halloween's%20origins%20date&text=This%20day%20marked%20the%20end,and%20the%20dead%20became%20blurred.
https://www.google.c...
2022-10-311h 44
Somatic WisdomS1 E27 - The Joy of NIA with Beth GilesMy NIA teacher Beth Giles was kind enough to have a conversation with me about her practice, her teaching and what NIA means to her. We shared our joyful experiences with this practice, which includes several dance forms, movements from martial arts, and from yoga. With its upbeat music and world rhythms, NIA is an accessible practice for many bodies. I even find that sometimes, when my body calls for more energizing rather than calming, NIA can be a great alternative to my yoga practice, and it draws from many somatic wisdom traditions, as Beth covers in...
2022-10-2034 min
Crimes & ClosetsTommy Lynn SellsThe last serial killer we cover may go down as the worst person in history (according to Cristy). His crimes are among some of the most heinous to research. He managed to evade police for many years because he committed his crimes in MULTIPLE states. He is likely to have committed way more than can be proven. Join us as we discuss Tommy Lynn Sells.
Sources:
Through the Window by Dianne Fanning
Podcast: The Real Killer
I Survived a Serial Killer Season 1 Episode 4
20/20 – Goodnight, Mother – Season 44 Episode 6
https...
2022-09-261h 18
Crimes & ClosetsTimothy CogginsTimothy was a caring, charismatic 23-year-old man with his whole life ahead of him. On October 9, 1983, two men made the decision to end his life, because he was black. This is a heart-wrenching story of how ugly and horrific some people can be. This may be one of the toughest cases, Cristy has covered.
Sources:
https://www.ajc.com/news/crime--law/things-know-about-spalding-trial-murder-man-dragged-behind-pickup-truck/7Zx5rJH6TQR8Mw64K5hqiP/
https://gbi.georgia.gov/press-releases/2018-08-16/conviction-1983-cold-case-murder-timothy-coggins
https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/timothy-coggins
https://abcnews.go.com/US/racially-motivated-cold-case-murder-young-black-man/story?id=71702999
https://www.cnn.com/2018/08/16/us/timothy-coggins-guilty-plea-georgia-cold-case/index.html
https://www...
2022-06-2044 min
Crimes & ClosetsKatherine KnightKatherine Knight is known as Australia’s most gruesome and horrific female murderer. After a string of abusive and cruel relationships, she stabbed, decapitated, and skinned her lover, John “Pricey” Price, cooked his remains and attempted to serve them to his own children. Closet Sisters, it doesn’t get worse than this. No snacking allowed during this case. Join us in the closet this week for the terrible case of Katherine Knight.
*HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CRISTY!*
Sources:
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10241673/Katherine-Knight-skinned-decapitated-lover-cooked-head-pot.html
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/8544392/john-charles_thomas-p...
2022-04-0448 min
Crimes & ClosetsHalloween Collab with WHITWToday we get together with our podcast besties for a special Halloween Collaboration! Jess from What Happens in the Woods, joins Cristy to tell some scary tales! Don't fret, Brice and Beth are here too, but their stories can be listened to on WHITW podcast, so head over and listen if you haven't done so already!
Sources for Jess' Case:
http://www.southsoundtalk.com/2016/03/31/jake-bird-tacoma/
https://murderpedia.org/male.B/b/bird-jake.htm
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jake_Bird
https://www.historylink.org/File/7971
https://www.ranker.com/list/jake-bird-hex-facts/jessika-gilbert
Mugshot Photo Courtesy of Washington State Penitentiary
N...
2021-11-011h 34
Crimes & ClosetsSerial Killer September Live 2Join us in the closet for a raw ending to our Serial Killer September. We went live with lots of friends and discussed all things Israel Keyes and serial killers. We’ll see you next week for a regular episode of true crime.
2021-09-271h 13
Crimes & ClosetsIsrael Keyes Part 2Israel Keyes is an American serial killer, rapist, arsonist, burglar, bank robber. He was officially charged with the murders of Samantha Koenig and Bill and Lorraine Currier but authorities suspect him to be responsible for 11 murders, and possibly upwards of 30, as well as multiple robberies, sexual assaults, bank robberies, and arsons. His reign of terror during the late 90's and 2000's still haunts us today. He was calculated and completed suicide in prison before revealing the identities and details of additional victims and crimes. Join us in the closet for this two part, special Serial Killer September, of Israel...
2021-09-2146 min
Crimes & ClosetsIsrael Keyes Part 1Israel Keyes is an American serial killer, rapist, arsonist, burglar, bank robber. He was officially charged with the murders of Samantha Koenig and Bill and Lorraine Currier but authorities suspect him to be responsible for 11 murders, and possibly upwards of 30, as well as multiple robberies, sexual assaults, bank robberies, and arsons. His reign of terror during the late 90's and 2000's still haunts us today. He was calculated and completed suicide in prison before revealing the identities and details of additional victims and crimes. Join us in the closet for this two part, special Serial Killer September, of Israel...
2021-09-2039 minCrimes & ClosetsSKS Instagram LIVE!This is a recording of our LIVE event on Instagram on Sunday, September 12th. If you missed it, feel free to listen. Next time join us LIVE, it’s way more fun!
2021-09-131h 12
Crimes & ClosetsCary Stayner - Part 2Cary Stayner had a rough childhood. His brother was kidnapped and held for 7 years, he was sexually abused by an uncle and he had some mental illness that started at a young age. None of these things are an excuse for the horrible things he did in 1999. Join us as we discuss this seasons first Serial Killer September case.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Stayner
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cary_Stayner
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Stayner-family-s-woeful-history-3074682.php
https://thecinemaholic.com/where-are-cary-and-steven-stayners-parents-now/
https://he...
2021-09-0759 min
Crimes & ClosetsCary Stayner - Part 1Cary Stayner had a rough childhood. His brother was kidnapped and held for 7 years, he was sexually abused by an uncle and he had some mental illness that started at a young age. None of these things are an excuse for the horrible things he did in 1999. Join us as we discuss this seasons first Serial Killer September case.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Stayner
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cary_Stayner
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Stayner-family-s-woeful-history-3074682.php
https://thecinemaholic.com/where-are-cary-and-steven-stayners-parents-now/
https://he...
2021-09-0631 min
Crimes & ClosetsMurder-Suicides (Listener Choice)You voted and we listened! Join us in the closet this week for a special double episode while Cristy and Beth both share cases of murder-suicides.
Mental Illness is a terrible affliction so many people deal with on a daily basis. An entire family perished due to mental illness. Two young men thought the only solution to their problems was to take the lives of their family and then take their own lives.
The Hart Family was seemingly beautiful and happy to everyone on social media. With matriarchs Jenn and Sarah and 6 adopted children, the family was a picture of how...
2021-08-3057 min
Crimes & ClosetsWho Killed Hazel Myers?Hazel Myers was a 19 year old young lady living in Carlisle, PA when she was found dead at the bottom of a cellar. Many speculations have been made about Hazel's reputation, social life, and her where-abouts on the night of her death, but in the end, her murder remains unsolved. Join us in the closet this week for Who Killed Hazel Myers?
Sources:
https://cumberlink.com/news/local/history/murder-of-woman-remains-a-mystery-after-105-years/article_caa4dde0-a1d9-5fa8-a3b8-0bb159ba2746.html
https://whatliesbeyond.boards.net/thread/10750/unsolved-murder-hazel-myers
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155575810/hazel-b.-myers
2021-08-2332 min
Crimes & ClosetsDisappearance of Amanda Kay JonesAmanda was a happy, single mother of one child. She was well-liked, and lit up the room when she walked in (we all know this is a bad sign). She got pregnant with another child after having a one night stand, which was out of character for her. After church she went to meet up with the father of the child and is never seen again. What happened to Amanda?
Sources:
https://dailyjournalonline.com/news/local/missing-and-crimes/unsolved-missing/police-fbi-family-seek-new-leads-in-pevely-womans-disappearance/article_5c6cd62a-362c-53c2-83c1-7045d465cdb3.html
https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/cold-case-spotlight/parents-amanda-kay-jones-still-searching-daughter-thirteen-years-after-n905636
https://www.stl...
2021-08-1635 min
Crimes & ClosetsWhen Murder Calls: Larry Gene BellWhen two young girls, Shari Smith and Debra May Helmick, missing in rural South Carolina the police launched the largest man hunt the state has ever seen. The kidnapper continuously called the family of Shari Smith, taunting them, and eventually leading them to both of the girl's bodies. When Larry Gene Bell was finally arrested, police unsuccessfully attempted to link him to 3 other murders of young women. Is he a serial killer? Join us in the closet this week for When Murder Calls.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Gene_Bell
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29343014/sharon-faye-smith
https://medium...
2021-08-0946 min
Crimes & ClosetsMom of the Year: Ellen BoehmEllen Boehm may go down in history as one of the worst moms. She struggles like many people do, but she makes some choices for her family that many, if not all moms, would never make.
Sources:
https://www.newspapers.com/clip/45652976/st-louis-post-dispatch/ https://owlcation.com/social-sciences/Ellen-Boehm Sleep, My Child, Forever by John Coston
2021-08-0252 min
Crimes & ClosetsDad Vs. Son - John Roscoe GarlandIn March 1997, Willa Jean Ferrier, Crystal Conaster, and Chris Boswell all spent the night at Willa Jean's after a fun night out. The next day, they were all found dead. Roscoe Garland testified that the murders were committed by his father, John Roscoe Garland, but dad blamed them all on his son. John Garland was ultimately convicted of the 3 murders based on circumstantial evidence, but the family, and the public remain divided. It's a case of "who done it?" and of Dad Vs. Son.
Sources:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/189096836/john-roscoe-garland
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/101364746/willa-jean-ferrier
https://www.findagrave.co...
2021-07-2637 min
Crimes & ClosetsJessica Lester and Matthew BoyntonWhat would happen if you were being abused by your spouse and he just happened to be a police officer? This is Jessica Lester's story of survival. Jessica and Matthew started dating in high school and she got pregnant ends up with 2 young children, at a young age. Her relationship with Matthew is far from perfect and he seems to be pretty controlling. Nothing will prepare you for what happens to this young couple.
Sources:
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/10/07/what-if-your-abusive-husband-is-a-cop
https://www.11alive.com/article/news/investigations/the-reveal/jessica-boynton-shooting-matthew-boynton-wife/85-8ab82530-da07-492...
2021-07-1950 min
Crimes & ClosetsMissing from Mellen Jam: Bonus EpisodeJody Lynn Newberry went missing after attending a small music festival in Wisconsin. This is the full, unedited phone call with Melodee, Jody Lynn Newberry’s sister. We hope to keep this case alive and want her family to have answers. To listen to the original episode, go to Season 1, Episode 12.
2021-07-0915 min
Crimes & ClosetsBlaze It Forward: The Loss of Blaze BernsteinBlaze Bernstein was a beautiful, charismatic, and talented young college man, cooking and writing his way to success. Until he was brutally murdered, just for being who he was, a Jewish, homosexual, man, by a member of the neo-Nazi group. Sam Woodward faces life in prison for allegedly luring Blaze to meet him and then murdering him in cold blood. Blaze's family has started an organization and movement in Blaze's honor, Blaze It Forward. Please join their facebook to honor Blaze's legacy, and make the world a kinder place. Correction: Blaze’s sibling, previously stated as Beau is actually pronounced lik...
2021-06-2833 min
Crimes & ClosetsHelen ClevengerHelen was young woman with a bright future. She went on a trip on her own to visit and travel with her uncle for the summer. No one expected Asheville, NC to be a sinister place.
Sources:
https://amp.citizen-times.com/amp/3988376002
https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1936/12/12/issue.html
https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1936/08/11/88687069.html?pageNumber=15
https://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/nyu-student-killer-rushed-execution-5-months-1936-article-1.3368737
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/31600163/helen-clevenger
https://www.romanticasheville.com/History.htm
https://macabreatmidnight.com/2020/07/25/the-murder-of-helen-clevenger/
2021-06-2138 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Murder of Anna Catherine CardwellAnna Catherine Cardwell was a beautiful, college age, young lady, living in a small town {Wetumpka, Alabama}. Anna Catherine is found gunned down in what seemed to be a gruesome scene in her home. This shocked the small town, but what was even more shocking was that the person who committed this horrific violent act was in her friend circle. Join us in the closet this week for the murder of Anna Catherine Cardwell.
Sources:
https://heavy.com/entertainment/2020/02/anna-catherine-cardwell-josh-caspari/
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/85288052/anna-catherine-cardwell
https://www.wsfa.com/2020/02/17/wetumpka-murder-case-be-featured-id-channel/...
2021-06-1437 min
Crimes & ClosetsCameron Todd WillinghamTodd and Stacey met at a young age and quickly found themselves with 3 children under 2 years of age. This would be hard for many people and could cause a significant amount of stress. Was it too much stress to cause Todd to snap and murder his children?
Sources:
https://murderpedia.org/male.W/w1/willingham-cameron.htm
https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/news/former-prosecutor-on-trial-on-charges-that-his-misconduct-led-to-wrongful-execution-of-cameron-willingham
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameron_Todd_Willingham
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2015/mar/19/texas-prosecutor-accused-misconduct-execution-case
https://www.texastribune.org/2014/04/03/citing-new-evidence-innocence-project-calls-pardon/
https://www.pbs.org/wgb...
2021-06-0748 min
Crimes & ClosetsScott and Traci RhodeA familiar story: A young, middle class, American couple, with a beautiful home and children. Mistrust, jealousy, and entitlement take over and one of them ends up dead. The twist in this case is the consequence of the murder. Join us in the closet this week for the story of Scott and Traci Rhode.
Sources:
48 Hours Mystery: Point Blank. A Man’s Obsession With His Wife Lead to His Death? May 2008
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/48-hours-mystery-point-blank/
http://www.mississippivalleypublishing.com/daily_democrat/news/fort-madison-natives-appeal-of-murder-conviction-dismissed/article_a242c711-4bd8-595b-b6a2-e9075df79599.html
www.tracirhode.blogspot.com
htt...
2021-05-3139 min
Crimes & ClosetsJordan BrownThis story is different than any other we have covered. Its sad when our justice system gets it wrong, but it is super sad when you ruin an 11 year old's life in the process. Are you in agreement with the outcome?
Sources:
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/metrowestdailynews/obituary.aspx?n=stacey-a-burns&pid=127322151
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/nh-stacey-burns-41-wolfeboro-10-may-2009.84143/page-3
https://natick.wickedlocal.com/x529237914/Ex-mourns-death-of-murdered-former-Natick-woman-will-take-care-of-their-5-kids
https://abcnews.go.com/US/stacey-burns-murder-killed-hampshire-mom/story?id=12719134
https://www.fosters.com/article/20120611/GJNEWS_01/706119969
https://www.boston25news.com/news/husband-of-unsolved-murder-victim-arrested-for-stabbing-in-mass/807536327/
https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-unsolved-case-file-stacey-burns/20634152
https://patch.com/ma...
2021-05-2446 min
Crimes & ClosetsLove Thy Neighbor: The Mazzella MurdersIn 2016, in a quiet suburban neighborhood in Wake Forest, NC, 3 Mazzella family members end up dead. The murderer ended up being a business partner, trusted friend, and neighbor that suffered from severe, untreated mental health issues. Join us in the close today for The Mazzella Murders, the deaths of Sandy, Stephanie, and Elaine Mazzella.
Sources:
https://abc11.com/sandy-mazzella-jon-sander-wake-county-shootings-clearsprings-drive-shooting/1265559/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/sqw6uup8
https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/04/11/he-couldnt-afford-mental-health-evaluation-could-it-have-prevented-triple-murder/
https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article228429299.html
https://abc11.com/triple-murder-jonathan-sander-sandy-mazzella-clearsprings-drive/1278947/
https://abc11.com/news/mom-dad-grandma-idd-as-wake-county-shooting-victims/1263433/
https://abc11.com/jonathan-sander-trial-murder-sandy-mazzella/5221990/
https://abc11.com/triple-murder-defendant-scoffs-at-911-call-during-trial/5219066/
https://abc11.c...
2021-05-1735 min
Crimes & ClosetsStacey Keane BurnsStacey was a devoted mother of 5 and a local elementary school nurse. She was loved by everyone and had no enemies. So who killed this loving mother in a small, quiet town in New Hampshire? You be the judge.
Sources: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/metrowestdailynews/obituary.aspx?n=stacey-a-burns&pid=127322151 https://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/nh-stacey-burns-41-wolfeboro-10-may-2009.84143/page-3 https://natick.wickedlocal.com/x529237914/Ex-mourns-death-of-murdered-former-Natick-woman-will-take-care-of-their-5-kids https://abcnews.go.com/US/stacey-burns-murder-killed-hampshire-mom/story?id=12719134 https://www.fosters.com/article/20120611/GJNEWS_01/706119969 https://www.boston25news.com/news/husband-of-unsolved-murder-victim-arrested-for-stabbing-in-mass/807536327/ https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-unsolved-case-file-stacey-burns/20634152 https://patch.com...
2021-05-1038 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Babes in the WoodsWhen 5 bodies were found 100 miles apart, dead in Pennsylvania. A mad frenzy was on to determine the identities of these people who appeared to have died very tragically, especially the 3 young girls found in the woods of Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Join us in the closet this week as we walk through the investigation to learn their identities, history, and try to piece together the story of their final days. This is the story of The Babes in the Woods.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babes_in_the_Wood_murders...
2021-05-0338 min
Crimes & ClosetsSheila Davalloo-ney BinIf you want to hear a real fatal attraction story, listen to this episode as we discuss the Sheila Davalloo story. She lived a double life with a husband and a lover. She thought getting rid of the competition would keep her side piece with her. Then eliminating her husband was her next move. I have strong opinions that she is a looney bin!
Sources:
https://mysteryconfidential.medium.com/the-real-life-fatal-attraction-e322325fa4e8
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/40132369/anna-lisa-raymundo
https://www.yourtango.com/2019329939/who-is-sheila-davalloo-facts-convicted-female-murderer-oxygen-snapped-behind-bars
https://murderpedia.org/female.D/d/dava...
2021-04-2634 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Closet KillerJeffery and Martha Freeman were successful business owners living in an upscale Nashville suburb. Mental health issues took a toll on the couple's marriage but they were trying to reconcile in April 2005, or so Jeff thought. Join us in the closet this week for the story of The Closet Killer.
Sources:
http://murderpedia.org/female.F/f/freeman-martha.htm
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1253784/
https://mylifeofcrime.wordpress.com/2012/05/11/jeffrey-freeman-murder-4112005-brentwood-tn-wife-martha-and-her-lover-rafael-rocha-perez-convicted-sentenced-to-life-in-prison/
https://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrCmmsCGG5gdmAAdwwPxQt.;_ylu=Y29sbwNiZjEEcG9zAzEEdnRpZAMEc2VjA3Nj/RV=2/RE=1617856642/RO=10/RU=http%3a%2f%2fmayoclinic.org%2fdiseases-conditions%2fbipolar-disorder%2fsymptoms-causes%2fsyc-20355955/RK=2/RS=q...
2021-04-1944 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Wells Gray Provincial Park MurdersThe Bob and Jackie Johnson took their daughters on a 2 week camping trip with their grandparents. All six people of them never returned home. What happened to this perfect looking family?
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wells_Gray_Provincial_Park_murders
https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/shearing-david.htm
https://www.change.org/p/parole-board-of-canada-keep-david-ennis-aka-david-shearing-convicted-mass-murderer-behind-bars-deny-parole?redirect=false
https://zeph456.medium.com/david-shearing-and-the-wells-gray-park-murders-56c8a5a51169
https://windsorstar.com/news/canada/wells-gray-murders-wont-soon-be-forgotten-mulgrew
2021-04-1238 min
Crimes & ClosetsWho Killed Nancy Cooper?Brad and Nancy Cooper lived a picture perfect life from outside their Cary, NC home. Brad was a successful, smart, IT engineer. Nancy was athletic, beautiful, fun, and was a wonderful mother to the couple's two young daughters. Nancy went for a run in the early morning of July 2008 and never returned. The events that followed are disturbing, complicated, and will leave you wondering what side you should choose. This story is so tragic and left Nancy and Brad's family with nothing but questions and very little justice. Join us in the closet this week for the story of Nancy...
2021-04-0553 min
Crimes & ClosetsFamily Annihilators- Anniversary EpisodeJoin us as we talk about two Family Annihilator cases. We welcomed Erin into the closet to discuss the Parente and Sartin families, who were murdered by someone who should love and protect them the most.
Sources:
The Parente Family:
https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/bs-xpm-2009-04-27-0904260098-story.html
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/fight-over-5m-insurance-fund-in-parente-murders-suicide-1.1760396
https://www.newsday.com/news/after-slayings-he-bought-weapon-1.756377
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Parente
https://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/23/nyregion/23hotel.html
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/new-details-emerge-of-scene-of-li-family-s-murder-suicide-1.1760320
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/fbi-raids-william-parente-s-manhattan-office-1.1229049
The Sartin Family:
https://amok.fandom.com/w...
2021-03-2950 min
Crimes & ClosetsA Tragic Love Story of Jason Allen and Lindsay CutshallTwo young people meet, have everything in common, fall in love and live happily every after. If only that was the case for Jason Allen and Lindsay Cutshall. Their lives and love story were cut short by one disturbed individual. A family friend updated a few things we mentioned in the episode: Jason actually grew up in Holland, Michigan (which is a neighboring city to Zeeland). He was my next-door neighbor. His family moved to Zeeland when Jason was in 5th grade but our families always kept in touch.
The rescue helicopter that noticed Jason & Lindsay on the beach alerted...
2021-03-2246 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Butterbox BabiesWilliam and Lila Young were a religious young couple living in Nova Scotia with 5 children. They had a heart to help the frail and sick while also spreading the gospel to their community, later specializing in maternity care for unwed mothers who were shunned by society. Their kind and serving hearts were quickly turned corrupt and their facility, The Ideal Maternity Home, quickly turned from a refuge to a burial ground for newborn babies and delivering mothers. Hundreds of deaths later, these are now knows as The Butterbox Babies. Join us in the closet this week for this haunting and...
2021-03-1550 min
Crimes & ClosetsBobby Jo StinnettBobbie Jo and Zeb Stinnett were a happily married couple, expecting their first child. They had their own business and they worked hard to better their lives and become financially independent. Lisa Montgomery came along and ripped the happiness right out of them.
Sources:
https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Murder_of_Bobbie_Jo_Stinnett#/google_vignette
https://www.cnn.com/2004/LAW/12/21/stolen.fetus/
https://oklahoman.com/article/3141251/coroner-pregnant-mom-fought-attacker
https://www.nytimes.com/2004/12/19/us/father-of-kidnapped-baby-girl-voices-thanks-for-safe-return.html
https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=368391&page=1
https://www.cj...
2021-03-0839 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Wet BanditBrook Baker was a small town girl with big dreams. She wanted to be an investigative journalist and wasnt afraid to dig deep and expose truth. Until the day she was found brutally murdered in her off campus apartment in 1997. Despite DNA evidence, her murder remained unsolved until almost 2 years later when another college student, Erika Norman, was also murdered in a very similar way. The two girls never knew each other in life, but are forever connected in death by their tragic murders at the hands of Brian Jones. Join us in the closet this week for this awful...
2021-03-0136 min
Crimes & ClosetsA Sad AffairMark and Jennair Gerardot seemed to have it all, good marriage, good careers, a lovely house and dogs. Trouble is brewing for this perfect couple and it all ends in tragedy.
Sources:
Book- Irreparable by Mark Gerardot
https://www.inquirer.com/news/mark-gerardot-jennair-meredith-chapman-murder-suicide-love-triangle-radnor-20201107.html
https://heavy.com/news/2019/09/mark-gerardot-now-today/
https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/crime/2019/09/07/2020-interview-mark-gerardot-reveals-details-meredith-chapman-murder/2222769001/
https://au.news.yahoo.com/mark-gerardot-wife-murder-suicide-mistress-delaware-012325174.html
https://patch.com/pennsylvania/radnor/more-disturbing-details-emerge-radnor-murder-suicide
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/jennair-gerardot-obituary?pid=189180785
https://celebliveupdate.com...
2021-02-2252 min
Crimes & ClosetsSystem FailureTiana Notice was a smart, beautiful, 25 year old who was dedicated to bettering the world around her, politically and socially. When she met James Carter II on an online dating website, she thought she was adding something positive to her life. It turns out, James was not what he seemed, and despite all Tiana's attempts to get help from law enforcement, nothing could stop James's darkness. Join us in the closet this week for this very frustrating story of systematic law enforcement failures that result in a tragic murder.
***If you or a loved one is suffering from domestic violence, p...
2021-02-1536 min
Crimes & ClosetsMurder of Sandra CokeSandra Coke investigated the cases of death row inmates trying to appeal their sentences. She was an extremely happy, trusting and inspiring person. These wonderful qualities may have gotten her killed.
Sources:
https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/tag/sandra-coke/
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Sandra-R.-Coke-96349977
https://www.timesheraldonline.com/2015/03/18/timeline-randy-alanas-troubled-past-and-sandra-cokes-slaying/
https://heavy.com/news/2013/08/randy-alana-sandra-coke-sex-offender/
http://jimfishertruecrime.blogspot.com/2013/08/did-randy-alana-murder-sandra-coke.html
https://www.thereporter.com/2015/03/19/best-friend-says-sandra-coke-planned-to-sever-all-ties-to-her-accused-killer/
https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov
https://eji.org/news/eji-remembers-sandra-coke/
https://www.n...
2021-02-0839 min
Crimes & ClosetsDeadly CandyJacques and Candy Mossler were one of Texas's wealthiest power couples in the 1960's. Their life seemed perfect, until a series of secrets were uncovered that resulted in one of them dead. This story has money, sex, lies, homosexuality, incest, murder, and some very deadly Candy. Join us in the closet this week for a salacious case you won't believe until you hear it all.
Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candy_Mossler
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melvin_Lane_Powers
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/36892036/candace-grace-mossler-garrison
https://medium.com/true-crime-addiction/lo...
2021-02-0134 min
Crimes & ClosetsAngie Housman 9 year old Angie Housman disappeared after getting off her bus on November 18, 1993. She was found 9 days later in a remote wildlife preserve in the St. Louis area. Her killer was brought to justice many years later but her story still needs to be told.
Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onvJDj9ul3E
https://www.kmov.com/news/man-61-charged-in-1993-cold-case-murder-of-angie-housman/article_6175b7fa-87cc-11e9-8a00-375e8c6e93f7.html
https://fox2now.com/news/angie-housmans-suspected-murderer-to-appear-in-court/
https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/angie-housman-death-new-details/63-2e8...
2021-01-2536 min
Crimes & ClosetsClose to Home: The Leah Hickman StoryOne day, Leah was a happy 21 year old junior at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. The next, she was gone. Join us in the closet for the unsolved case of Leah Hickman, that takes place in Beth's hometown.
**If you have any information in the murder of Leah Hickman, please contact the Hungtingon Police Department at 304-696-4470**
Sources"
https://truecrimesociety.com/2020/04/13/who-put-leah-hickman-in-the-crawl-space/
https://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/hickman-remembered-10-years-after-death/article_6c3addc9-3cce-51bc-9d91-0226c9923f17.html
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/62923019/leah-nicole-hickman
...
2021-01-1846 min
Crimes & ClosetsMissing PersonsToday we take a look at a couple of missing persons cases, Kierra Coles and Jasmine Moody. Both cases are about people of color, and we take a look at the data on the inequality of coverage in the media of these cases. We can do better.
Sources:
https://themissingny.nycitynewsservice.com/part-two/race/ https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/2015/11/05/family-investigators-still-searching-for-missing-college-student-in-detroit/ https://detroit.cbslocal.com/2015/11/06/family-pleads-for-answers-nearly-a-year-after-college-student-disappears-while-in-detroit-on-break/ https://charleyproject.org/case/kierra-michelle-coles https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/btos8g/what_happened_to_kierra_coles_the_missing/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-kiera-coles-birthday-vigil-20200925-w2unyc3nnj...
2021-01-1138 min
Crimes & ClosetsFather and Son: Apart in Life, Together in DeathAndrew Bagby meets fellow medical student Shirley Turner during a residency program in Newfoundland. Not long after, her true, and possessive, colors start to show and Andrew breaks things. An enraged Shirley doesnt take it well and ends up shooting Andrew in a parking lot and fleeing. 8 months later, she gives birth to Andrew's son, Zachary. After years of legal and custody battles in Canada, Shirley decides to kill again. Tune in this week for the terrible and tragic murders of Andrew Bagby and Zachary Turner, a father and son.
Sources:
https://medium.com/@lauloulew/the-murder-of-andrew-bagby-9cb717a803a8
https://na...
2021-01-0440 min
Crimes & ClosetsA Holly Jolly Closet PartyNo crime this week! Just a holiday party with some Q&A and outtakes from 2020. We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Holidays and we’ll see you in 2021! XO Cristy & Beth
A special shout out to all our listeners in 2020 and to our podcast friends at What Happens in the Woods and Crime and Roses. Thanks for making this year a journey of fun and crime from our closets.
Join us in 2021 for Season 2 of Crimes & Closets. Please find us on Instagram at @crimesandclosets, on Twitter @crimes_closets, and Facebook. You can send us an email at crimesandclosets@gma...
2020-12-2136 min
Crimes & ClosetsA Real Bad SantaBruce and Sylvia Pardo had the American dream, a house, good jobs and a dog. On the surface it seemed like they had everything they wanted, but there was trouble in paradise. On Christmas Eve 2008, tragedy struck in the most unexpected way.
Sources:
https://murderpedia.org/male.P/p/pardo-bruce.htm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covina_massacre
https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/12/26/santa.shooting/index.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2008/12/26/us/26Santa.html
https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-santa-shooting26-2008dec26-story.html
https://www...
2020-12-1436 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Murder of Richard Morgan Jr.In a small town, in a happy family, tragedy strikes when John Lawrence Morgan, the youngest son of Richard and Judy Morgan, reports that his father was killed in their Franklinton, NC house during a home invasion. But the truth is much more sinister. Join us in the closet this week as Beth tells Cristy about the murder of Richard Morgan Jr. A special thanks to retired Franklinton Police Chief John Green for his help with this episode.
Sources: Brightfunerals.com, myfox8.com, cbs17.com, ncdps.gov, Franklinton Chief of Police, John Green, personal interview (11/20/2020), NC Office of Chief Medical E...
2020-12-0735 min
Crimes & ClosetsHouse of HorrorsNovember is National Adoption Month. We are closing the month out with the story of Georgia Tann. She is known as the Mother of Modern Adoption. This angers us in some ways. Join us as we delve into the life and crimes of this evil woman.
Sources: https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-08-20-vw-882-story.html
https://www.nchgs.org/html/a_story_of_stolen_babies.html
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/tennessee/unsolved-tn-mystery/
https://www.insider.com/georgia-tann-tennessee-children-home-society-survivors-speak-out-2019-12
https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/life/2019/11/07/georgia-tann-adoption-scandal-before-and-after-lisa-wingate-judy-christie/4165494002/
https://historydaily.org/georgia-tann
https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/woman-stolen-at-birth-talks-about-the-ordeal-she-and-thousands-of-other-children-in-memphis-faced-at-the-hands-of-georgia-tann/522-81ed4db9...
2020-11-3045 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Heiress Murder: Joan Robinson-HillJoan Robinson- Hill was a beautiful and talented equestrian. The daughter of wealthy and power Texan oil tycoons and the wife of prominent Houston plastic surgeon, John Hill. When Joan and John's marriage began showing cracks, Joan's father swoops in to help "convince" John he wanted to work things out with Joan. Then Joan becomes mysteriously ill and ultimately passes away, in March of 1969, as a result of her unknown illness. What happens next is some kind of murder soap opera. Join us in the closet this week for this drama filled story of The Heiress Murder.
S...
2020-11-2350 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Newlywed MurderLisa and Matthew had met and fallen in love at a young age. They dated, broke up, dated again and got married. They had an argument on Christmas Eve and Lisa went for a walk to blow off steam and never came home. Join us as we unpack all the events surrounding her disappearance.
Sources: newsday.com, newyorktimes.com, apnews.com, news12.com, upi.com, Investigative Discovery : The 1980’s The Deadliest Decade S2 E1
2020-11-1642 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Show and Tell MurderWhen 21 year old Cotton Kelly began harassing and stalking a 15 year old Las Vegas teen named Sandy Shaw asking her to pose for naked pictures, she became afraid. Due to the absence of stalking laws in Nevada at the time (1996) Sandy took matters into her own hands and formulated a plan with 2 teen boys, Troy Kell and Billy Merritt, to intimated Cotton into leaving her alone. After some surprising events Sandy, Troy, and Bill were all convicted of Cotton's murder. Join us in the closet this week to learn how teen gossip and alleged blackmail from legal teams can go...
2020-11-0941 min
Crimes & ClosetsBelle GunnessBelle Gunness was self described as a comely woman. She placed an ad in newspapers looking for the perfect companion with money. So scrubs allowed. Come with us on a journey as we delve into Belle and all her suitors. You will not believe what you are about to hear.
Sources: legendsofamerica.com, mentalfloss.com, medium.com, syfy.com, Wikipedia, laportecountyhistory.org, murderpedia.org, biography.com,
2020-11-0238 min
Crimes & ClosetsHalloween Collab with What Happens in the WoodsJoin us in the closet this week for a Halloween Collaboration with our podcast friends Jess and Brice with What Happens in the Woods podcast. We talk all things murder, crime, haunted houses, and clowns clowns clowns. This is a longer than normal episode for us, so settle in with a fall cocktail of your choice and be sure to check out What Happens in the Woods on a platform of your choice and tell them Cristy & Beth sent you! Happy Halloween! Beth's Sources: The Armed Eggers - NY Times.com, bustle.com Patricia Wood - gothamist.com, foxnews.com...
2020-10-261h 10
Crimes & ClosetsKarina HolmerKarina was an energetic 19 year old who wanted to travel. When she wins money on a scratch off ticket, she decides to use the money to buy a ticket to the US. Months later part of her was found in a dumpster. Sources: Websleuths, boston25news.com, APnews.com, Conspiracy Theories, celebrateboston.com, legalnews.com, cryptidantiquarian.wordpress.com, truecrimedaily.com, trace-evidence.com, philosophyofcrime.com, bostonglobe.com, wgbh.org, stillunsolved.wordpress.com, vikkiwrites.wordpress.com, findagrave.com Product highlights : Madison Reed and Schmidts
2020-10-1945 min
Crimes & ClosetsMillionaire Murder: The Death of Lance HerndonLance Herndon is an affluent Atlanta CEO, millionaire, and bachelor. He frequents Altanta's most prominent clubs, parties, and socialite ladies. That is, until he crosses Dionne Baugh, a Jamaican women with magnetic looks and persuasion. This story ends tragically with a scorned lover and an overly trusting Playboy. Join us this week in the closet for the story of The Millionaire Murder. The death of Lance Herndon.
Sources: Oxygen.com, TVcrimesky.com, monstersandcritics.com. Court TV, Oxygen Network: Scorned: Love Kills Season 2 Episode 9.
2020-10-1240 minCrimes & ClosetsSerial Killer RecapThis week we decided to take a look at all 4 serial killers we covered in September. We discuss things that are similar between them. There are things that are fascinating about each one to us. We hope you enjoy this quick recap as we gather our thoughts to jump back into or normal routine. Thanks for listening! Sources: our podcast episodes:)
2020-10-0539 min
Crimes & ClosetsBad Henry - Henry Louis Wallace: Part 2Henry Louis Wallace is an America Serial Killer and Rapist convicted of murdering 9 women in the Charlotte, NC area. Most of his murders were unsolved until he confesses to them upon his arrest in 1994. Authorities question to this day if there are more victims to his grotesque crimes. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss his 22 month spree and the victims who trusted him enough to let him in.
Sources: wikipedia.com, thought.co.com, murderpedia.org, serialkillercalendar.com, murderfacts.tumblr.com, Investigative Discovery (ID) "Bad Henry" July 2018
2020-09-2937 min
Crimes & ClosetsBad Henry - Henry Louis Wallace: Part 1Henry Louis Wallace is an American Serial Killer and Rapist convicted of murdering 9 women in the Charlotte, NC area. Most of his murders were unsolved until he confesses to them upon his arrest in 1994. Authorities question to this day if there are more victims to his grotesque crimes. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss his 22 month spree and the victims who trusted him enough to let him in. He is also known as The Taco Bell Strangler.
Sources: wikipedia.com, thought.co.com, murderpedia.org, serialkillercalendar.com, murderfacts.tumblr.com, Investigative Discovery (ID) "Bad Henry" July 2018
2020-09-2837 min
Crimes & ClosetsTodd Kohlhepp Part 2Todd Kohlhepp was a successful, well respected real estate agent in Spartanburg, SC. What he was doing in his spare time will shock the community and police. Over the next 2 episodes we will attempt to unfold this crazy story. Sources: Wikipedia, BBC.com, thesun.co.uk, wlos.com, huffpost.com, Greenville News, myfox8.com, thestate.com, The News & Observer, wspa.com, alcatrazeast.com, crimemuseum.org, independentmail.com.
2020-09-2236 min
Crimes & ClosetsTodd Kohlhepp Part 1Todd Kohlhepp was a successful, well respected real estate agent in Spartanburg, SC. What he was doing in his spare time will shock the community and police. Over the next 2 episodes we will attempt to unfold this crazy story. Sources: Wikipedia, BBC.com, thesun.co.uk, wlos.com, huffpost.com, Greenville News, myfox8.com, thestate.com, The News & Observer, wspa.com, alcatrazeast.com, crimemuseum.org, independentmail.com.
2020-09-2129 min
Crimes & ClosetsEdmund Kemper III: Part 2Join us in the closet this week for the 2 part story of American Serial Killer, Edmund Kemper III, also known as The Co-Ed Killer.
Sources: metro.co.uk, wikipedia.com, criminalmids.frandom.com, thesun.co.uk, biography.com, allthatsinteresting.com, crimeandinvestigation.co.uk, Real Life Mindhunter/Killer/Was Edmund Kemper born a Killer?/Real Crime (January 2020) Youtube Real Crime
2020-09-1541 min
Crimes & ClosetsEdmund Kemper III: Part 1Join us in the closet this week for the 2 part story of American Serial Killer, Edmund Kemper III, also known as The Co-Ed Killer.
Sources: metro.co.uk, wikipedia.com, criminalmids.frandom.com, thesun.co.uk, biography.com, allthatsinteresting.com, crimeandinvestigation.co.uk, Real Life Mindhunter/Killer/Was Edmund Kemper born a Killer?/Real Crime (January 2020) Youtube Real Crime
2020-09-1433 min
Crimes & ClosetsJohn Wayne Gacy - Part 2John Wayne Gacy is arguable one of the top 10 most deranged serial killers out there. He was convicted of 33 murders in a 6 year span. He is known as the Killer Clown, although I believe this to be a misconception. Join us for the next 2 days as we delve into his story of destruction. Sources: www.thoughtco.com, Wikipedia, Chicago Tribune, crimemuseum.org, fox23news.com, cookcountyclerkofcourt.org, Britannica.com, patch.com, vault.fbi.gov, biography.com
Picture credits: Chicago Tribune
2020-09-0847 min
Crimes & ClosetsJohn Wayne Gacy - Part 1John Wayne Gacy is arguable one of the top 10 most deranged serial killers out there. He was convicted of 33 murders in a 6 year span. He is known as the Killer Clown, although I believe this to be a misconception. Join us for the next 2 days as we delve into his story of destruction. Sources: www.thoughtco.com, Wikipedia, Chicago Tribune, crimemuseum.org, fox23news.com, cookcountyclerkofcourt.org, Britannica.com, patch.com, vault.fbi.gov, biography.com
Picture credits: Chicago Tribune
2020-09-0735 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Story of Kelly BrennanWhen long time friends Shelia Trott and Kelly Brennan separated from their husbands, a tangled web of relationships formed. Kelly began dating Shelia's ex, Dan. Then one night in February 2010, a series of dramatic events took place that resulted in Kelly's body being found on a beach in Melbourne, Florida. Was Shelia a loyal, and somewhat psychic friend who had visions or witnessed her friend's brutal murder? Or is she the murdered herself? Join us in the closet this week and find out what we think!
Sources: It Takes a Killer: The Murder of Kelly Brennan, YouTube, murderpedia.org, HLN.c...
2020-08-3139 min
Crimes & ClosetsSmall Town MurderRitchie German, Jr. Is a loner who lived with his mother, brother and nephew. Did he snap one day and commit multiple murders or was he mentally ill? We may never know. Sources: The Chippewa Herald, www.wqow.com, www.weau.com , Wisconsin State Journal, www.fox11online.com, www.wizmnews.com, drydenwire.com
2020-08-2431 min
Crimes & ClosetsCovid Conspiracy: The Gretchen Anthony StoryAfter missing work in March of 2020, Gretchen began sending text messages to family and friends stating she was very ill and being hospitalized with COVID-19. The texts were suspicious in nature and caused concern for her loved ones so they reached out to police. Based on evidence found at the local hospital, Gretchen's home, as well as the fact that her estranged husband, David, was missing, police went on a man hunt that spanned 1,900 miles away from their home in Florida. Law enforcement and Gretchen's family suspects that David murdered his ex-wife, disposed of her body in an unknown location...
2020-08-1736 min
Crimes & ClosetsFort Worth Missing TrioUpdate from a family member: We had some facts a bit wrong. The girls apparently left around 11 am. Rachel’s dad is Raymond and Renee’s dad is Richard. Renee’s grandmother loved across the street from Rachel’s parents not Terry and Julie. She was not going to the party with Terry, it was just a family party. It was not a van that was seen but a gold sedan. **Three girls go shopping 2 days before Christmas and are never seen again. What happened to these girls back in 1974. If you have any information about this case please contact the Fort W...
2020-08-1042 min
Crimes & ClosetsWatch Your Step: The Story of Kathleen and Michael PetersonKathleen Peterson was found by her husband, Michael, unconscious and bleeding to death at the base of the staircase. Was it a tragic fall down the stairs, a vicious owl attack that resulted in massive blood loss, or a calculated, or a copy-cat murder by the person she trusted most? These are the questions we will pose in the closet this week while we discuss the tragic, confusing, and unsettling case of Kathleen Peterson. Bring your drink and tell us what you think.
Sources: Oxygen - True Crime Buzz, Heavy.com, imdb.com, geneology.com, wiki2.org, radiopedia.org, wral.c...
2020-08-0356 minCrimes & ClosetsBonus Episode: Q&A with Beth and CristyJoin us in our closets as we celebrate 2000 downloads with a special bonus episode. We answer questions that listeners sent to us. We had so much fun doing this! Thanks for the continued support.
2020-07-2938 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Ice Box MurdersEdwina and Fred Rogers lived near Houston, TX, with their son Charles. When a family member could not get ahold of them, they sent police to do a welfare check. What they find is unbelievable. Sources: heresthefuckingtwist.com, iceboxmurders.com, Texashillcountry.com, medium.com, truecrimetalestx.com, Wikipedia.com, mentalfloss.com, Chron.com, houstoniamag.com, houstonpress.com
2020-07-2732 min
Crimes & ClosetsLethal Lovers: Gwen Graham and Cathy WoodWhen psychologically disturbed Cathy Wood and Gwen Graham met and began a romantic relationship while working at a nursing home in Michigan, both ladies fell into a pattern of toxic, manipulative behavior that ultimately led Cathy to confess to 5 murders that the two of them had committed against the patients of Alpline Manor. We will try to untangle the lies, conspiracies, and questionable police methods and figure out who's story we believe. We'd love to hear from you too! Join us in the closet this week for an interesting tale of two lethal lovers. Sources: Buzz Feed, Medium.com, e...
2020-07-2046 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Sodder Family TragedyThe Sodders were a well-respected Italian family in their town of Fayettville, WV. They were happily married with 10 children. Tragedy struck this family on Christmas Eve 1945 when a fire took the lives of 5 of the children, or did it? Listen as this story takes twists and turns that you would never expect. Then decide for yourself if you think the children have perished. Sources : Historycollection.com, NPR.org, News.com.au, thoughtcatalog.com, truecrimefiles.com, wikipedia.org, smithsonianmag.com, West Virginia Crime Files Series: Volume 1 : The Sodder Family Tragedy
2020-07-1342 min
Crimes & ClosetsParty Foul Play: The Kenneka Jenkins Story19 year old Kenneka and her friends attend a party in a hotel in the wealthy Chicago suburb of Rosemont when Kenneka soon goes missing and is found in vacant basement kitchen walk-in freezer. After hotel surveillance video and Facebook lives are reviewed and scrutinized, the family has more questions than answers and the public stands behind them. Is this a terrible tragedy? Or is it the perfect murder? Join us in the closet this week for the sad story and death of Kenneka Jenkins.
Sources: Chicago Tribune, ABC7 Eyewitness News, Atlanta News Now, Everipedia.org, Findagrave.com, WebMD, Mayo Clinic, M...
2020-07-0648 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Mysterious Death of Nanette KrentelNanette and Stephen were a happy couple living in Louisiana. A suspicious fire starts at the fire chief’s house and Nanette is found dead in the wreckage. Many mistakes during the investigation means we may never know exactly what happened to Nanette. Sources: wwltv.com, youtube.com, Louisiana Daily News. Photo Cred: Investigation Discovery
2020-06-2935 min
Crimes & ClosetsMissing From Mellen Jam- Jody Lynn NewberryJody Lynn Newberry went to Mellen Jam music festival with a friend, in May of 2018, in Mellen, WI. Jody did not return home and has not been since since. If anyone has any information about where Jody is, please contact the Ashland County Sheriff's office at 715-682-7023 or CrimeStoppers at tipsubmit.com. Jody is described as a 54 year old female, 5'3, 115 lbs, long brown hair, several missing teeth, and a skin tag on her nose.
Sources: APG-wi.com, upmatters.com, facebook.com, websleuths.com, Wausau Pilot & Review, family members of the victim. Photo Cred: The Daily Globe
2020-06-1538 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Woodchipper Murder: The Case of Helle CraftsSometimes when cries for help with domestic violence go unheard and brushed under the rug, the carpet will need replaced due to a gruesome murder. Helle and Richard Crafts were an upstanding couple in the Connecticut suburbs, until that one week that Richard rented a woodchipper, and Helle disappeared.
Sources: Filmrise Forensic Files Premier: S1, E1 2015, Wikipedia, Hartford Courant, News Times, Newtown Bee, True Crime & Film: The Woodchipper Murder 2017, Criminally Intrigued: The Woodchipper Murder, Photo Credit: storiesoftheunsolved.com.
2020-06-0839 min
Crimes & ClosetsCold Medicine KillerUpdate from a friend: Matthew was not an aspiring Pastor. Lauren and Matthew lived in KY and that is where they went to middle school together. He found her on social media and contacted her when they were living in separate states. Lauren and Matthew Phelps are the perfect couple. He is an aspiring pastor and she is a Sunday school teacher. They got married and 10 months later, tragedy happened. Sources : insideedition.com, Time.com, wral.com, monstersandcritics.com, oxygen.com, mirror.co.uk, abcnews.com, people.com, heavy.com, News & Observer. Photo cred: People.com
2020-06-0130 min
Crimes & ClosetsQueen Gone Crazy: Darlene GentryDarlene and Keith Gentry seemed to have the perfect suburban Texas life, until one morning when everything changed and Darlene is caught with her mudders in deep pond water. Join us in the closet for the shocking (and bad) lies of Darlene Gentry and the tragic death of her young husband, Keith.
Sources: Facebook Page: Crimes We Cant Forget, Waco Tribune, Crime News, Crimes, Mystery, & Mayhem, www.findagrave.com, Snapped: Darlene Gentry - Season 8, Episode 2. 911 call audio from Waco Tribune online, Photo Credit: Lethal Ladies
2020-05-2540 min
Crimes & Closets"Super" MirandaIts a bird. Its a plane. No, its "Super" Miranda! Miranda is super, but not a super-hero in my book. She is super manipulative, super crazy and a super liar. Listen to find out how Elyettes's hero, turned into his worst nightmare. Sources: The Daily Item, People Pill, NY Post, News & Observer, Snapped Season 5 Episode 6.
2020-05-1832 min
Crimes & ClosetsTravis Alexander and Jodi AriasSex, love, and religion....this story has it all. This real life Fatal Attraction story of Travis Alexander and Jodi Arias will have you questioning even the shortest of relationships.
Sources: Wikipedia, Associated Press, The Arizona Republic, USA Today, Fox News, Oxygen Network/Netflix - Jodi Arias: In Defense Of..., Investigative Discovery/Netflix - Jodi Arias:The Missing Pieces, Snapped:Jodi Arias Season 11, Episodes 9 and 10. Photo Credit: www.heavy.com.
2020-05-1143 min
Crimes & ClosetsWhat happened to Lennon Lacy?Lennon Lacy was a high school linebacker, with a bright future ahead of him. Listen to his story. Did he meet foul play or commit suicide, you be the judge. Cristy has an opinion and isn't shy to talk about it. We hope this gets conversations started about the injustices in our world. If you want to watch the documentary that highlights Lennon's story, watch Always in Season on PBS. As always, we value your opinions and would love to hear them!
Sources : Espn.com, CNN, NY Daily News, The Guardian, wwaytv3.com
2020-05-0429 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Rhoden Family MassacreWhen a family of 8 are found shot dead in the homes, a small town is terrified, wondering what family will be next. Join us in the closet to find out who is responsible for Ohio's largest homicide investigation ever.
Sources: WCPO Cincinnati, Dayton Daily News, USA Today, Oxygen Network 2 Hour Special "Piketon Family Murders" April 2019. Photo Credit: Fox News
2020-04-2751 min
Crimes & ClosetsSugar Land MurdersThe Whitaker Family was an ordinary family, enjoying a lovely evening out to dinner. They had no idea what would be waiting for them when they return home and who is behind it all. Sources: Newsweek, 48 hours, ABC news.
2020-04-2048 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Case of Faye SwetlikA normal afternoon turns into a mom's worst nightmare when her 6 year old daughter goes missing from her front yard. This is a tragic case of the disappearance and murder of Faye Swetlik that will make all of second guess the people we may not look twice at.
For any information about the case for Faye Marie Swetlik, or any information about Coty Scott Taylor, please call 803-205-4444.
If you would like to help in spreading love in Faye's memory, please see #rocksforfaye on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Sources: WACH Fox 57, USA Today, WECT6 News, Thestate.com, Legacy.com, Dai...
2020-04-1350 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Case of Lindsey BaumLindsey was a 10 year old girl, out having fun with her friends on a summer day in 2009. She walked home, alone that night and was never seen again.
Sources: Sources were mainly posted on Websleuths. K5 News, KOMO News, Fox News, KiroTV.
2020-04-0639 min
Crimes & ClosetsThe Murder of Michelle YoungIn 2006, Jason and Michelle Young were a young married couple with a 2 year old daughter living in Raleigh, North Carolina, expecting their second child when Michelle was found beaten to death in her home.
Sources: WRAL News, News and Observer Raleigh, NC, Dateline NBC: The Silent Witness, "Murder on Birchleaf Drive: The True Story of The Michelle Young Murder Case" written by Steven B. Epstein, "Absence of Evidence: An Examination of the Michelle Young Murder Case" written by Lynn Blanchard, photo credit: www.wral.com
2020-03-3048 min
Crimes & ClosetsA peek into our closets.We wanted to give you a little insight to our lives and friendship. Step on into our closet for a minute and learn a bit more about who we are, and how this podcast got its start. See you in the closet!
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