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Carolina CrimesEPISODE 193: "Palmetto Paranormal Activity": Spooky Tales and LocalesThis week, we dive into some of South Carolina's better known paranormal stories and some location that are sure to creep you out. Matt and Danielle also discuss the films that they find the scariest!2024-10-281h 01Carolina CrimesEPISODE 137: "The Killer Cop": The Elusive Daniel HiersA school resource officer prided himself in being a mentor and role model to children in and outside of school. What the public didn't know was that he lived a double life and he was surrounding himself with prey. When his plan and deeds were exposed, he turned desperate and deadly.Find your Carolina Crimes Apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:The Hunt with John Walsh Season 2 Episode 3.https://www.live5news.com/story/31485316...2023-10-0257 minCarolina Crimes***Special Author Interview*** LAWMEN AND LAWLESSNESS- by Berkeley County Sheriff S. Duane Lewis and Constable Daniel J. CrooksLooking for that “Hot Summer Read”? We’ve got one for you Carolina Crimes Podcast fans! Tonight, Matt had the opportunity to speak with Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis about his new book and all of the amazing tales of true crime throughout the history of Berkeley County, SC! This is a stellar read that includes in depth detail of each Sheriff’s administration. And yes, there’s a whole lot of information about Hell Hole Swamp for the fans of Episode 52!2023-06-0923 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 119 (Part 4 of 4) “Operation Jackpot" :The Good Times Come To An End…TemporarilyIn the conclusion to our "Operation Jackpot" episode, we examine how the Kingpins and their associates and accomplices were finally brought to justice. We also go into a "where are they now?" portion, as well as tying in a former lowcountry lawyer and his possible involvement in this story.We donot own the rights to any musical clips used.Get your Carolina Crime apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSouces:https://www.amazon.com/Jackpot-Times-Sting-Launched-Drugs/dp/07627803042023-05-2952 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 119 (Part 3 of 4) "Operation Jackpot": The Cards Start To FallIn the third installment of this icredible story, we discuss how an army of Federal and State Agents, US Customs, the DEA, and the FBI commenced the war on drugs. An upstart US Attorney set his sites on halting drug trafficking in The Palmetto State, but our Gentlemen smugglers would prove to be very slippery.We donot own the rights to any musical clips used.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSouces:https...2023-05-2954 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 119 (Part 2 of 4): "Operation Jackpot" : Finding Their GrooveIn this portion of the tale, we examine how Barry Foy and Les Riley built a drug smuggling empire and stepped up their game. Hilarity, chaos, scrapes with governmental entities, civil wars, political feuds and Robin Williams all find their way into the story. We also examine the frivolent lifestyle of these two smugglers.We do not own the rights to any music used in this podcast.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:2023-05-2255 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 119 (Part 1 of 4): Operation Jackpot: The Early YearsThis week we bring you one of our most anticipated episodes, Operation Jackpot. Two native South Carolinians with an entrepreneurial spirt and a thirst for adventure get involved with and eventually spearhead one of the largest marijuana smuggling operations in American History!Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Facebook at Carolina Crimes PodcastFollow us on Twitter : @SccrimespodSources:https://www.amazon.com/Jackpot-Times-Sting-Launched-Drugs/dp/0762780304https://columbiametro.com/article/operation-jackpot/https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=M6L4aEBNwq0&t=236...2023-05-2253 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 118: " The Showdown in Shandon": The Unfortunate Tale of Blake JerniganOn an April night in 2011, a string of unexplicable events in one of Columbia's most well-heeled neighborhoods leaves a rookie cop shot several times. A standoff ensues with a bizarre and tragic ending laced with drugs and explosives..Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @Sccrimespod2023-05-1544 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 117: " A Monster on the Loose": The Hunt for Elby HarsOver a span of 20 years, an over the road trucker from Richland County established himself as a serial child predator. Convictions and jail time could not deter him and he continued his monsterous ways. When law enforcement rceived the evidence needed to put him away forever, he vanished. Hopefully one day, he can be brought to the justice that he deserves.If you have any information about the whereabouts of Elby Hars contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBIGet you Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:...2023-05-0855 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 116: "No Chance for a Fresh Start": The Tragic Murder of Lindsey LeeIn 2017, a married couple in Lexington County decide on an "amicable split" with the hopes of having a fresh start. The two got along well while waiting for their divorce and even helped each other out with projects, still caring for each other all the while. Unfortunately, one of them never got the chance to start her life anew due to an apparent home invasion.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow Us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:https://www.wyff4...2023-05-0149 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 115: "Officer Down in Allendale": The Murder of Chief Deputy Charles SmithIn the 1980's and early 90's, a homegrown law enforcement officer set his focus on ridding the community that he loved of a tragic drug epidemic. The officer stayed hell bent on making a difference by making bust after bust, until the game turned tragic.Get you Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:SC Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Famehttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=IKBU38oAFgYhttps://www.odmp...2023-04-2450 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 114: " The First Lady is Missing": The Disappearance of Theodosia Burr AlstonIn the midst of The War of 1812, the First Lady of South Carolina embarks on a voyage by sea to New York. Unfortunately, she is never seen or heard from again........maybe. In this episode we examine the theories and folklore that surround the vanishing of South Carolina's 44th First Lady, Theodosia Burr Alston.Get Your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:https://allthatsinteresting.com/theodosia-burr-alstonLauber, Patricia (1962). "The Nags Head Portrait". Famous...2023-04-1740 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 113: "The Retiree Murders of Aiken County": The Unsolved Murders of Louis and Sandra CochranIn 2015, a Jackson, SC couple embracing their golden years is not heard from for several days. This couple regularly contributed to the community and even ran a rehab for injured animals. When officers are sent for a welfare check, the inexplicable and the unimaginable have taken place. Who on Earth would do this?Get you Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:https://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/news/still-no-answers-behind-murder-of-jackson-couple-three-years-later/article_45952f82-a2e3-50d0-b187-652...2023-04-1738 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 112: "The Unimaginable": Deaths and Injuries at Cherokee Hills Daycare***DISCLAIMER*** This episode deals with crimes against children. Please listen at your own discretion.In the early 1990's, a popular home daycare in Irmo, SC was the setting for unfathomable injuries that resulted in the death of two infants, and permanent injury of a third while under their care. Investigators and parents began to connect the dots. We go into detail about the tragic events and the ensuing three trials needed to finally name a guilty party.Follow us on Social media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodGet your...2023-04-1054 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 111: "Bank Robbery Was In Their Blood": "The Coastal Bank Robberies of the 1990'sThe Grand Strand area of North and South Carolina was the setting for an epidemic of unsolved bank robberies throughout the 1990's. With detailed investigative techniques and a little bit of luck, authorities were able to pinpoint who the perpetrators were and how they were able to get away with the heists for so long.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2023-04-031h 03Carolina CrimesEPISODE 110: "The Amateurs and The Armored Car": The Express Teller RobberyIn 2007, the two drivers of an armored car full of cash make a crucial mistake by breaking protocol. The mistake leaves them beaten and robbed on a South Carolina dirt road. Investigators' intuition starts to take over and soon they find a suspect that unravels the whole bubmbling tale of strippers, tattoos, and a lack of trash bags.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:WMYF-TVhttps://law.justia.com/cases/south-carolina...2023-03-2755 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 109: "Disappearance Deja Vu": The Mysterious Vanishings of Korrine Malinoski and Annete SagersThis week, we cover the disappearance of a young mother of three from an isolated South Carolina Plantation in 1987. Her case confounded police especially when almost exactly one year later, her daughter went missing from the same place, under the same bizarre circumstances.Get Your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us ion Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2023-03-2056 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 108: "Neighbor Vs. Neighbor": South Carolina's "Battle of Waterloo"In 2014, a neighborly feud in Laurens County escalates into a full fledged war. This story is full of shirtless middle aged men, alcohol fueled exposure of private parts, self defense, gun fire and some ominous lawn mowing. By the end of the tale, 3 men lay dead and one is spending life in prison. And you thought your HOA was bad!Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesctore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter:@SCcrimespodSources:https://www.wyff4.com/article/man-sentenced-for-killing-second-neighbor-after-ongoing-feud/7015500...2023-03-1357 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 107: "Taunts, Murders, and Raid Bug Spray": Spree Killer Stephen BryantIn 2004, a rash of random and reckless shootings terrorized the small community of Wedgefield in Sumter County. For eight days, police raced against the killer to get the murders to stop. Fortunately, clues and suspicions from neighbors pointed to the right guy. Thank God that he didn't have a screwdriver.Get your Carolina Crimes Aparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFoloow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Sumter Itemhttps://www.wistv.com/story/2413259/suspect-arrested-for-string-of-sumter-co-fatal-shootings/?outputType=amphttps://www...2023-03-0657 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 106: "A Deadly Problem in Pelion": The Double Murder of Bill Welborn and Jarrod ChamplinIn 1996, a Pelion restaurateur was wrestling with personal demons. Those demons began to manifest themselves in violent and destructive ways finally leading to the demise of his friends and his would-be marriage. This week we examine those crimes, the cover up, and the eventual revelations of what he had done.Get your Carolina Crimes Apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2023-02-2750 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 105: " Murder Was In His DNA": Solving the Murder of Jenny ZitrickiIn 1990, a 28 year old who was a friend to all, was brutally murdered in her Greenville apartment. Almost three decades later, new investigation methods and technology would reveal her killer, but not before he struck again.Get your Carolina Crimes apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources2023-02-2054 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 104: "Dismemberment and Domestic Violence": The Murder of Austin SteeleIn 2018, a young Lancaster man was trying to make a way for himself as an independent adult. To alieviate financial burdens, he took on two roomates out of the kindness of his heart. Unfortunately, his kindness was taken advantage of and he was never heard from again.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:WBTVWCCB- CharlotteRock Hill HeraldWSOC=TVWRHI 100.1FM2023-02-1345 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 103: " A Mystery On Meeting St.": The Perplexing Murder of Mary RavenelIn 1933, a member of the Charleston aristocracy was found in distress on a "South of Broad" sidewalk. She could not convey exactly what happened, and after she succumbed to her injuries, neither could police. There are several theories that have emerged throughout the last 90 years, but none as plausible as what mother nature uncovered when a series of tornados ravaged the Holy City.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:South Carolina Killers By: Mark...2023-02-0651 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 102: "The Island Invasion": Monasteries, Mysteries, and Mayhem on Potato IslandOn a palatial lowcountry estate shrouded in mystery, an eccentric millionaire must answer for two dead bodies that were shot on his property. Sound familiar? Well it's not who you're thinking of. This episode covers an attempted and thouroughly planned home invasion over 40 years ago on a private island with a bizarre history.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina CrimesTwitter: @ScCrimespod2023-01-3043 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 101: "Be Healed.....Or Not": The Life and Crimes of Rev. Leroy JenkinsIn this weeks episode, we cover the eccentric life of the self proclaimed Reverend Leroy Jenkins. From his tent revivial days as "The Man with the Miracle Arm", selling tainted well water, stealing from the elderly, to planned arson, we examine the scams, conspriacies and threats that adorned the faith healer's life. Get your Carolina Crimes apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:https://www.columbusmonthly.com/story/news/2017/06/22/from-archives-leroy-jenkins-starts/20445684007/https://azdailysun.com/evangelist-combines-a-little-bit-of-jesus-and-a-little-bit-of-elvis/article_0c9e5110...2023-01-231h 03Carolina CrimesEPISODE 100 (Part 4 of 4): "The End Game": Pee Wee Gaskins Goes DownIn the finale of Episode 100, we review how Pee Wee was brought to justice. We examine the information that he provided police, his trials, and his hijinks to try to escape a certain death. We revisit in detail exactly what he did to Rudolph Tyner and Pee Wee's last attempt to barter his way off of death row.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook:Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Final Truth By: Donald Gaskins and Wilton...2023-01-1654 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 100 (Part 3 of 4): "Killing Close to Home": Pee Wee Gaskins Becomes More EmboldenedIn this portion of the story, Pee Wee begins to kill for personal and financial reasons. We begin to see greed and paranoia set in as well as an air of invincibility. However, things start to unravel for Gaskins as he encounters a myriad of wives, ex-wives, double crossing friends, and a fifth grade teacher that would ultimately lead to his downfall.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook:Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Final Truth By...2023-01-1654 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 100 (Part 2 of 4): "The Meanest Man in America": Pee Wee Gaskins Ramps Up the ViolenceWarning: this episode is extremely graphic. We get into Pee Wee's prime killing years. Murder started out as a necessity for the young adult but quickly became killing for sport and self gratification. Pee Wee' violence knew no bounds and did not discriminate between enemy, stranger, or family.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook:Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Final Truth By: Donald Gaskins and Wilton EarleSCETV: Carolina StoriesThe State2023-01-091h 42Carolina CrimesEPISODE 100 (Part 1 of 4): "Creating a Monster": The Early Life of Pee Wee GaskinsYou asked for him, now here he is. The meanest man to ever call South Carolina home, Donald Henry "Pee Wee" Gaskins, is covered in long form over the next four episodes. In this portion of the story we examine Pee Wee's childhood, adolecence, and teen years. Red flags were flying high from the very begining and we discuss how Pee Wee's violent and sadistic nature took form and evolved as a teenager.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook:Carolina Crimes Podcast...2023-01-091h 04Carolina CrimesEPISODE 99: "Explosive Justice": The Murders and Murder of Rudolph TynerIn anticipation of next weeks 100th episode, we examine the case of a cold hearted killer who brought agony to a benevolent Murrell's Inlet family. When the wheels of justice proved to move too slow, they got a little nudge and assistance from a member of the victim's family. This story has several twists as well as a cameo appearance by the subject of our next episode.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on social media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:https...2023-01-0259 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 98: "Holiday Horror": The Murder of Hope MeltonOn the day after Christmas in Jefferson,SC a lovely newlywed young lady went out for a leisurely shopping trip with family. Unfortunately, she crossed paths with the wrong person at the worst time and never returned.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:WBTV CharlotteThe StateThe Herald (Rock Hill) 12-28WISTV Columbia2022-12-2652 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 97: "The Wicked Wife of Winnsboro": Frances Beasley TruesdaleStarting in 1967, unfortunate and untimely deaths seemed to befall the husbands of a particular woman. She was able to escape justice for over 20 years until her lies and murderous nature unraveled in a big way.Get your Carolina Crimes apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:NBC Snapped Season 26 Episode 6Oxygen True Crime"30 years later, One Dad Awaits Justice", Roanoke Times 4/22/1996The State2022-12-1954 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 96: " Drunk, Muderous, and Evasive": the Kidnapping and Murder of Nancy AmakerIn 1974. a St. Matthews wife and mother was grabbed in broad daylight in front of several witnesses. No one knew why she was targeted and honestly neither did her abductor. This episode goes through the erratic behavior and timeline of a man self described as a habitual criminal.Join us on Social Media;Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:Small Town Slayings in South Carolina by: Lt. Rita Y. ShulerThe Times & Democrat2022-12-121h 12Carolina CrimesEPISODE 95: "22 Days of Terror": The Murder Spree and Manhunt of Tyler Terry and Adrienne SimpsonIn May of 2021, a Chester County couple went on a killing spree that spanned three states and killing several victims ranging from ex-lovers to complete strangers. This resulted in one of the largest manhunts in South Carolina history that terrorized two counties for over a week.Get your Carolina Crimes Apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:KSDK St. LouisThe StateThe HeraldThe Charlotte Observer2022-12-051h 09Carolina CrimesEPISODE 94: "Being Mistaken for a Murderer": The Elusive Rampage of Monroe HicksonA spree of murder and violence shook Aiken, SC in the late 1940's. Police were convinced that they had their man, until a confession 10 years later proved otherwise. This episode is rife with murder, robbery, jailbreaks, and a cameo appearance by J. Edgar Hoover.Get you Carolina Crimes Merchandise at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow Us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSourcesThe Aiken StandardThe Augusta ChronicleThe University of Michigan Law School, Exonerations before 1989Murderpedia.com...2022-11-2851 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 93: "The Off-Duty Hero" : The Murder of Officer William T. CribbIn 1974, a Charleston County Police Officer was planning for a low key evening before evil arrived at a James Island grocery store. The bravery of the young officer saved lives, but cost him his own. Decades have passed but the search for his killers continues.Get you Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.com Follow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInstagram: @Sccrimespod2022-11-2143 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 92: "Blondes, Booze, and Bribes": The Life and Crimes of US Congressman John JenretteIn honor of Election Day this week, we visit the rise and fall of Rep. John Jenrette. As a charismatic congressman, he had mass appeal, but his quest for fame and fortune eventually ended his wild ride in Washington.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.com Visit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod Sources:Capitol Steps and Missteps: The Wild, Improbable Ride of Congressman John Jenrette By: Jon F. Clark and Cookie Miller VanSiceOrder here: https://www.amazon.com/Capitol-Steps-Missteps-Improbable-Congressman-ebook/dp/B074...2022-11-1452 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 91: " When Dating Turns Deadly": The Murder of Dr. Jennifer WilsonBreak ups are hard, especially when one party doesn't want to let go. This week, we cover a cautionary tale of a delusional serial dater who took his obsession way too far.National Domestic Violence HotlineHours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish and 200+ through interpretation service Learn more800-799-7233Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @ SCcrimespodSources:The StateSCDCWISTVThe Daily MailThe Mirror UK2022-11-0747 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 90: "The Haunting in Charleston": The Legend and Legacy of Lavinia FisherWho doesn't love a good ghost story on Halloween? This week we cover the facts, myths, and crimes of Charleston's Woman in White, Lavinia Fisher.Get your Carolina Crimes swag at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SccrimespodSources:https://www.gibbesmuseum.org/miniatures/collection/detail/F45C52FE-22A9-4F80-B22D-151034755135https://www.legendsofamerica.com/sc-laviniafisher/Carolina Killers PodcastMurder and Mayhem in The Holy City by: Pat HendrixGhost...2022-10-3156 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 58: " Hunting the Game Warden": The Assassination of Pressley ReevesIn the early 1900's, the position of State Game Warden was established in South Carolina to protect our natural resources. This seemed like a great idea to most, but certainly not to poachers, miscreants, and a certain group of men in Dorchester County who took the Game Warden doing his duty personally.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina CrimesSources:SCDNRThe Orangeburg Times and Democratgunmemorial.orgThe Post and Courier2022-03-2837 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 57: "Spring Break Tragedy": The Vanishing of Brittanee DrexelIn this heartbreaking tale from 2009, a High School Junior traveled to Myrtle Beach from Chili, NY to celebrate Spring Break. Yearning for fun in the sun, the seventeen year old's trip was not living up to her expectations but no one would have ever fathomed that she would never be heard from again.Get you Carolina Crimes Apparel at:www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInstagram: Carolin CrimesTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources: myhorrycountynews.comwww.themurdersquad.comWCIV-TV4The Dr. Phil...2022-03-211h 17Carolina CrimesEPISODE 56: "Searching for Seventeen Years": The Murder of Joyce RobinsonIn 1989, a budding star in the Sumter community was found brutally murdered in her home after a vicious fight. After exhausting all leads, false confessions, and a mysterious bent fork, science finally lead police to her killer.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInstagram: Carolina CrimesTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources: Small Town Slayings in South Carolina By: Rita Y. ShulerThe Sumter ItemSCDCSingletonFamily.org2022-03-1457 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 55: "The Soda City Serial Killer": Quincy Jovan AllenIn Columbia,SC, seemingly random acts of violence and murder started to cause alarm in 2002. The randomness ended when a young man had a deadly altercation at his place of employment and he began to live out his sick aspirations.Get your Carolina Crimes Merchandise at:www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInstagram: Carolina CrimesTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The State WIS-TVJustialaw.com- South Carolina vs. AllenSCDC2022-03-0746 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 54: "Anarchy in Abbeville": The Bixby Family ShootoutIn the early 2000's, a family of "Sovereign Citizens" relocated from New Hampshire to Abbeville,SC. Their hatred for any form of government was well documented. When the SCDOT presented their plans to widen a highway, thanks to an easement on their property, things did not end well to say the least.Get your Carolina Crimes Merch at:www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media :Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina Crimes PodcastSources:Associated Press: boston.comWIS-TVPre Incident Indicators of Terrorist Incidents...2022-02-281h 13Carolina CrimesEPISODE 53: "Bound in Branchville": The Double Homicide of Connie Snipes and Doug FergusonIn 1998, a mutilated female body is discovered in a rural field. Fortunately for police, they found a wallet nearby which lead them to a ruthless group of people responsible for torture, rape, and more murder.Get Your Carolina Crimes Gear at :www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media :Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter:@SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina CrimesSources:Orangeburg Times and DemocratWSPAcaselaw.com/SC Supreme Court2022-02-2147 minCarolina CrimesEPIDOE 52: "The Moonshine Murders of Hell Hole Swamp": Booze and BloodshedIn Prohibition Era South Carolina, two things were certain: the best corn liquor orginiated in Hell Hole Swamp and so did the meanest people. In this episode we examine the deadly trade in illegal liquor with a special cameo appearance by the most infamous gangster in American History.Get your Carolina Crimes gear : www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter:@SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina CrimesSources:The Post and CourierThe Berkeley County History ProjectThe Charleston City PaperUS Senate: Brooks Comission Reports2022-02-1451 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 51: "Two Wrongs Don't Make A Right": The Evil within Jeremy and Christine MoodyIn 2013, the bodies of a Jonesville,SC couple were found in their home; the victims of brutal murders. Police could not determine a motive for the quiet couples gruesome demise until they dug into the husband's past. It was quickly discovered that two locals with a penchant for hate were capable of committing this heinous act.Get Your Carolina Crimes Gear: www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInsta: Carolina CrimesSources:CNN.comThe StateNortheastern University Pshychology Dept. Invisible Choir2022-02-071h 05Carolina CrimesEPISODE 50 PART 2 "The Monster of the Midlands": Larry Gene BellAfter the abduction and murder of Shari Faye Smith, the midlands were on high alert. Unfortunately, for good reason. The same monster struck again, this time abducting 10 year old Debra May Helmick while she played in her family's yard. This time, the perpetrator had been seen and investigators were already busy unlocking the key to catching the man that terrorized the midlands for 28 days.Get your Carolina Crimes apparel at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInstagram: Carolina CrimesTwitter:@SCcrimespodSources:WIS-TV...2022-01-311h 03Carolina CrimesEPISODE 50 PART 1: "The Monster of the Midlands": Larry Gene BellIn 1985, a Lexington High Senior is kinapped right in front of her family's home. For days the kidnapper toyed with her family with taunting and cryptic phone calls until finally leading investigators to her final resting place.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes Podcast Instagram: Carolina CrimesTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:Lexington County Sheriff's DepartmentMurder in the Midlands by Lt. Rita ShulerSmall Town SLayings by Lt. Rita Shuler2022-01-311h 01Carolina CrimesSpecial Bonus Episode: Murder Mondays with NicoleToday we bring you an episode from our dear friend, fellow true crime lover and South Carolinian, Nicole Simmons. She hosts an outstanding podcast entitled "Murder Mondays with Nicole" and her efforts are second to none. We wanted to share one of her episodes with you and we hope you love it as much as we did. You can tune into "Murder Mondays with Nicole" wherever your favorite podcasts are heard!2022-01-2650 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 49: "Reading Palms": The Murder of Maxine DavisIn Newberry,SC, circa 1992 a daughter finds her mother murdered and mutilated in her home. With no enemies to speak of, authorities employ an investigative tool in an unorthodox way to catch the murderer.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at : www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Instagram: Carolina CrimesFacebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @ SCcrimespodSources: The Aiken StandardThe Greenville NewsCarolina Crimes by Rita Y. Shuler2022-01-2446 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 48: "Terror in Cherokee County": Patrick Tracy BurrisOver the course of six days in 2009, five people were murdered in cold blood across Cherokee County,SC. There was no connection between the victims, no motive, just murders. This kiling spree brought back terrible memories to the citizens of the County of a serial killer that once lived in their midst.2022-01-1645 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 47: "How Cruelty Created a Warrior": The Murder of Shannon and Wilma Thomas and a conversation with Shannon's daughter, Morgan.In December of 2001, a serial domestic abuser committed the ultimate act of hatred by murdering the mother of his children and her grandmother. On this episode we are honored to be joined by the oldest of Shannon Thomas' daughters, Morgan along with her heroic Aunt Kay. We examine the crime and hear of her grueling ordeal coping with the horrendous situation that Michael Godfrey thrust upon her and her sister. Morgan will share her life's dedication to helping the victims of domestic violence and ridding South Carolina of this heinous epidemic.*Any of the views, experiences, or content...2022-01-091h 35Carolina CrimesEPISODE 46:" Stalking South of Broad": The Mary Lynn Witherspoon TragedyWhen a beautiful school teacher in one of Charleston's most affluent neighborhoods keeps getting unexpected visits, she chalks it up to a harmless school boy crush from an odd young man. That is until it reoccurs when he's in his 30's. This episode gives a new meaning to "New Year,New You"..Get Your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInsta: Carolina CrimesTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:Charleston Post and CourierSouth Carolina Killers "Crimes of Passion" by Mark Jones2022-01-031h 16Carolina CrimesEPISODE 45: "Brutality for Brutality's Sake": The Bloodlust of The Torrence FamilyWhen the would-be robbery of two out of town businessmen goes to far, what else is there to do but murder again...and again.Get your Carolina Crimes apparel at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comVist us on Social Media :Facebook:Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter:@SCcrimespodSources:WSPA-TVThe StateSCDCJustia.law2021-12-2751 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 44: " The Cult of Colleton County": False Prophet R.G. StairOver the course of five decades,a charasmatic self- professed prophet promised his followers a safe haven from Armegeddon on Canadys,SC. He used his absolute power to try to control his flock.....especially the females.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod.comThe Youtube Video mentioned in this episode:https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WpQxO4LXCcSources:The State The Press and StandardWCSC-TVPastor DowellTruthblaster.com...2021-12-201h 17Carolina CrimesEPISODE 43: "Ambushed from Within": The Dickson Family Massacre"In 2008, a struggling young man in Easley,SC reached the end of his rope. With his present plans not going his way, he lashes out in a bizarre and deadly way.Get you Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Socail Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:WSPA-TAThe Greenville Newswww.goupstate.comNBC News2021-12-1347 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 42: " The Holiday Homicide": The Kidnapping and Murder of Peg CuttinoOn the first day of Christmas Break 1970, the daughter of an affluent Sumter,SC family goes missing. After a massive man hunt the unthinkable becomes a reality with an unexpected twist involving the identity of one of the witnesses.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Sumter ItemThe Orangeburg Times and DemocratThe Statelaw.justia.com: The State of SC vs. William Pierce Jr.2021-12-0658 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 41: " Two Lives for $34.00": The Wasted Existence of James TuckerAn escaped rapist from Utah makes his home in Calhoun County,SC searching for a fresh start, but old habits die hard. James Tucker soon elevates the nature of his crimes turning to murder.Visit www.carolinacrimesstore.com for all of your Carolina Crimes gear for Christmas!!!Visit us on Social Media :Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Orangeburg Times and DemocratThe StateMyrtle Beach OnlineThe Sumter Item2021-11-2949 minCarolina CrimesEpisode 40: "The Sinister Son": The Robertson Family MurdersIn Rock Hill, SC circa 1997, a young man that was forced to move back in with his parents after being expelled from college. His submersion into alcohol and drugs transforms his psyche resulting in brutal violence.Get you Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on social media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Herald, Rock Hill SCThe Charlotte ObserverThe State/Associated PressTrue Crime All The Time "Jimmy Robertson"2021-11-221h 13Carolina CrimesEPISODE 39: "Nightmare on The Job": The Senselessness of Hastings WiseIn 1997, a deranged and disgruntled loner vows for revenge on his coworkers. We examine the life, leadup, and massacre unleashed in Aiken,SC.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:Associated PressThe StateWIStv.comThe Times and Democrat2021-11-1555 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 38: "He'd Do Aything to Have You Back!": The Murder-Minded Threesome of Greenville CountyIn 2008, garbage bags of body parts started being discovered on doorsteps in Greenville County. The ominous letters attached to them proved to be a mystery to police until a menage-a trois/slavery combo came to light.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.crolinacrimestore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:WSPA-TVGoupstate.comWYFF-TV2021-11-081h 00Carolina CrimesEPISODE 37:"The Black Widow of Edgefield County": The Legend of Becky CottonOn this Halloween Edition of Carolina Crimes, we examine the truth and legend of Becky Cotton who left four dead hisbands and a slew of tall tales in her wake.2021-11-0153 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 36: "Brutality, Bathtubs, and Banana Bread": The Convoluted Case of Sterling SpannIn early 1980's Clover,SC, elderly widows began popping up murdered. Evidence pointed to a 19 year old young man who promptly stood trial. Did authorities act too hastily or could this young man be telling the truth?Get all of your Carolina Crimes Gear at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastInstagram: Carolina Crimes PodTwitter: @ SCcrimespod2021-10-251h 00Carolina CrimesEPISODE 35: "Sex, Politics, and NO Mercy": The Mysterious Murder of John H. ClampIn the 1890's, South Carolina was submerged in polictical violence, class warfare, and ruled by a power hungry governor. When a wealthy planter from Fairfield County is mudered would politics play a role in the investigation and trial? An historic sentence is handed down in this torrid tale that you don't want to miss!Get your Carolina Crimes gear at : www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on social media: Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInstgram: Carolina Crimes PodSpecial research thanks to: Madison Bolin and Angel GrantSources:Fairfield County Register...2021-10-1844 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 34:"Bound at The Beach": Folly Beach Serial Killer Richard ValentiIn 1973, two teen girls disappeared from Folly Beach. Soon, more young ladies began to vanish while others were found bound and gagged. All clues pointed to a mystery man that lurked the beach in broad daylight.Visit us on Social Media:Facebook:Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter:@SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina Crimes PodGet all of your Carolina Crimes gear at:www.carolinacrimesstore.comSources:WSPAThe Post and CourierMartinis and MurderCBS Affiliates2021-10-111h 03Carolina CrimesEPISODE 33: "The Dancer, The DJ, and Death on the Dunes": The Conspiracy of Kimberly Renee Poole and John FrazierWhen a stripper and her estranged husband try to reconcile, not everyone is pleased. A tangled web of murder, finger pointing, and a possible conspiracy unfold on South Carolina's Grand Strand.Get all of your CAROLINA CRIMES APPAREL AT: www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media at :Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInsta: Carolina Crimes Pod2021-10-041h 01Carolina CrimesEPISODE 32: "COIN-ing the term: Spree Killer": The Bloody Rampage of Rusty Woomer and Gene SkarrIn early 1979, two out of towners were enlisted to rob an elderly man of his prized coin collection. A path of death, drugs, rape, and kidnapping accompanied the theives all the way up the South Carolina Coast,Get you Carolina Crimes Merchandise at : www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina Crimes PodSources: UPI Acrchiveswww.horrycounty.org/archives2021-09-2756 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 31: "Bookies, Ballistics, and Bathroom Habits": Unraveling the Bizarre Behavior of Brett ParkerThis week we welcome Danielle back to the studio to bring us this twisted tale of a South Carolina betting ring gone bad. Lies, murders, and "stand your ground" laws take center stage in this tale from Richland County.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at: www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina Crimes Pod2021-09-2058 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 30 Part 2: " The Fall From Grace": The Saga of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker (previously recorded 8/15/21)In the second segment of their story, we examine the crimes and events that eventually leveled the televangelism empire that The Bakkers had created.Get Your Carolina Crime gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodInstagram: Carolina Crimes PodSources:The Rock Hill HeraldThe Charlotte ObserverWBTV CharlotteABC News"I Was Wrong" by: Jim BakkerThe Eyes of Tammy Faye. We do not own the rights to any musical clips heard...2021-09-131h 00Carolina CrimesEPISODE 30: "The Fall from Grace" Part 1: The Saga of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker (previously recorded 8/15/21)From meager beginnings, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker rose to unprecedented heights in the 1970's and 80's televangelism. Listen to the first installment of their life story’s that were scorched by the public spotlight.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources: The Charlotte Observer"I Was Wrong" by Jim BakkerABC NewsNBC NewsThe Eyes of Tammy Faye. We do not own the rights to the musical clips heard within.2021-09-1346 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 29: "The Truth Will Come Out": The Co-ed Cold Cases of Brooke Holsonback and Dal Dinwiddie (originally aired 8/22/21)Two Universities. Two beautiful lives. Two unspeakable tragedies. This week we review the decades old cold cases from Clemson University and The University of South Carolina with hopes that someone somewhere can help bring peace to their beloved families.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2021-09-1351 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 28: "Bravery in the Bunker": The Elizabeth Shoaf Story (originally aired 8/15/21)In 2006, a Kershaw County fugtive abducts a 14 year old high school freshman. Her bravery and resolve could lead to certain death, or perhaps her escape.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on social media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2021-09-1356 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 27: "Eye Can See Clearly Now, My Husband's Gone": The Murder of Steve Clayton (originally aired 8/8/21)A millionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist is found dead in his Lake Wylie home. Did recent health issues cause his demise or was something more sinister at play?Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2021-09-1350 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 26: "The Perfect Suspect": The Murder of Dorothy Edwards and the Case Against Edward Lee Elmore (originally aired 8/1/21)In Greenwood,SC circa 1982, an elderly woman who was loved by all was slaughtered in her home. All evidenc pointed to one man, or did it?Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:The Greenwood Index JournalThe StateCNN: Death Row Stories2021-09-1356 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 25: " A Double Feature of Murder": The Spartanburg Movie Theater Slayings (originally aired 7/25/21)In 1991, two men hatch a plan to rob the Westgate Mall Cinema. Their senseless brutality brings the heist to a grizzly ending.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at : www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2021-09-1351 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 24: " Two love Triangles, A Murder, and a Man Named Hamster" The Murder of Rebecca Cawthon (originally aired 7/18/21)In Westminster,SC, a married couple engages in a polyamorous lifestyle. Jealousy rears it's ugly head and ends in a brutal murder and an ancient death ritual!Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Scial Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @ SCcrimespod2021-09-1353 minCarolina CrimesEPISODE 23" The Famous John Doe of Marlboro County": The Murder of James Jordan (originally aired 7/11/21)This week, we provide you with never before heard revelationsfrom the official SLED files on the murder of James Jordan, the father of the most recognizable athlete of his generation, Michael Jordan.Get your Carolina Crimes gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comVisit us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespod2021-09-131h 06