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Keystone Cold CasesEpisode #152: Beyond the Keystone - AlabamaIn the gripping inaugural episode of Beyond the Keystone, host Melissa takes us deep into the heart of Alabama, unraveling two haunting cases that still echo through the state. First, she explores the heartbreaking 2001 abduction and murder of 11-year-old Shannon Paulk in Prattville—a case that shocked the community and remains unsolved. Then, she turns to the tragic and perplexing 1990 Tuscaloosa homicide of 18-year-old Paula Lee Ellis, a young woman whose life was cut short under mysterious and frustrating circumstances. Two lives, two stories, one unforgettable episode.
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2025-05-231h 09Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 112: Shelley Luty - Missing (1982)In August of 1982, 19 year old, mother of one, Shelley Luty said goodbye to her coworkers at a diner in Upper Darby, PA. Nothing would have alerted co-workers that this was the last time they would ever see Shelley. Leads dried up quickly, but within a few years police began to wonder if Shelley had been the victim of a potential serial killer in the Scranton, Pennsylvania area.
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2023-12-0832 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 110: Ilonka Cann - Missing (1970)In 1970, young stay-at-home mom, Ilonka Cann vanishes without a trace. 53 years later the mystery surrounding her disappearance still looms large over the quiet farming community of Shickshinny, PA.
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2023-11-1043 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 109: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL *SOLVED* Karen Mauk - Murdered (1954)We have a special Halloween episode for you. This is the solved murder of six-year-old Karen Mauk from October 1954.
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2023-10-3126 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 108: Madman Anthony - Haunted HistoryFor our last spooky episode of the season, listen to find out why you may see this spirit wondering around multiple locations in SEPA.
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2023-10-2724 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 106: Valley Forge - Haunted History (1700s)Continuing with our spooky episodes, join us for a little history lesson on this Friday the 13th!
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2023-10-1330 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 105: The Philly Zoo/Laurel Hill Cemetery - HauntedIt's that time of year again... It's time for another month of spooky episodes! Take a break from our usual programming with some haunted history, ghost stories and local lore. This week we're talking about the oldest zoo in America and Grace's favorite PA cemetery... everybody has a favorite cemetery...right? Let's dive into some Philly "haunts" to start off October.
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2023-10-0626 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 104: UPDATE on Tracy ByrdWe originally covered Tracy's case in episode 39 (Nov 18, 2021). One of Tracy's relatives graciously agreed to speak with us for this update. Photos and sources at kccpod.com on original blog post.
2023-09-2925 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 103: Gary Drais - Murdered (2005)Authorities believe Gary Drais, 48, was killed Sept. 14, 2005, after eating dinner with his mom, Mae, and older brother, Dale, at their home on Lamp Post Lane in Aston. He was beaten, bludgeoned, and thrown through a sliding glass door before he was fatally shot in his own Glenn Road home in Aston, PA 13 days before his body was discovered.
Photos and sources at kccpod.com.
Special thank you to Gary's family for speaking with Melanie for this episode.
2023-09-1440 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode101: SPECIAL EPISODE: Jennifer Brown & Amy GregoryTaking a bit of break from our regular cold cases, in this episode we will be talking about two relatively newer cases that happened around the beginning of 2023. We will discuss how two women’s cases are eerily familiar yet the outcomes have been drastically different. What changes the trajectory of a case? Both were around 40 years old, both were mothers, both went missing around the new year this year, and in both cases the bodies were found around the same time. How did one case get national coverage and the other barely get local coverage?
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2023-08-1848 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 100: Merrybeth Hodgkinson - Murdered (1995)In September of 1995, skeletal remains were discovered by some children behind a diner in Bensalem, PA. An autopsy later determined that the remains were of a woman who had been there for 2-3 years prior to the discovery. She remained an unidentified white female, or “Jane Doe” for 26 years, also known as “Bucks County Jane Doe” and “Clubhouse Jane Doe”.
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2023-07-2821 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 99: Hamza Ali - Missing (2013)CW: This story deals with crimes against a minor child. On August 4, 2013, while visiting his parents, Ummad Rushdi left with his girlfriend’s 7-month-old Hamza Ali. Hamza has not been seen since.
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2023-07-0722 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 98: UPDATE on Robert BaronRobert Baron's case went unsolved for 6 years, but someone is finally in custody for his murder. Listen as Chelsea shares the details of how the investigation was brought to a close.
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2023-06-2434 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 97: Ericka Brair - Murdered (2007)After a night out with friends, 18-year old Ericka Brair did not make it home. One month later, her body was found in a wooded area with dozens of stab wounds.
Sources and photos for this episode can be found at kccpod.com.
2023-06-1018 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 93: Tracy Kroh - Missing (1989) Pt 2The continuation of the story of Tracy Kroh's disappearance from Dauphin County. Join us for part two of Sarah's last story!
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2023-04-1440 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 92: Tracy Kroh - Missing (1989) Pt 1In 1989 17 year-old Tracy Kroh disappeared from Dauphin County. Over three decades later her whereabouts remain a mystery. Join us for part one of Sarah's last story!
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2023-03-1952 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 90: Ed Maps - Missing (1962)There was a fire set ablaze to the home of the Maps who lived in Stroudsburg, PA. Christine and Julia were found when emergency workers rushed to the scene. It was apparent immediately that this was not an accident. They were hoping to speak to the husband, but he had disappeared. Did Edward Maps do such heinous acts to his only family and flee? Or did the police just hyper focus on Edward because he was missing? Listen as Chelsea relays the twisted tale to Grace.
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2023-02-1140 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 89: Kimberlie “Kimmie” Krimm - Murdered? (1998) and Morgan Dunston - Murdered (2019)In today’s episode, we will talk about two murders that, despite happening just over 20 years apart may be connected because of the connection between the victims. Kimmie Krimm was 14 when her body was discovered on a hillside near a cemetery in McKeesport, PA in 1998. Then, in 2019, her 18 year old niece, Morgan Dunston, was found fatally shot in the South Side of Pittsburgh. Is there more of a connection between these two murders than the DNA that unites them? Listen as Sarah tells the stories and discusses details and theories with Grace. Photos, additional information, and sources are available at...
2022-11-2544 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 88: Jerome Coonon - Missing (1937)On the evening of April 29th, 1937 Jerome “Jackie” Coonon, who was a 2 year old boy, was playing in his grandparents backyard. After that evening, he would never be seen again. How could a young toddler disappear in the night with no answers? Listen as Chelsea tells the details and discusses theories and ideas with Grace and Sarah. Sources, photos, and additional information available at kccpod.com.
2022-11-1926 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 87: Tamara ”Tammy” Dawn Porrin - Missing (1986) and Beaver County Jane Doe - Unidentified (2014)Tamara Dawn Porrin was in the 8th grade at DuBois Jr. high in 1986. She was last seen in Clearfield County on the evening of November 22, 1986. Despite known struggles with truancy, fighting with parents, and running away, it was unlike Tammy to disappear for days at a time. Listen as Grace recounts the details with Sarah, then connects some details to a Beaver County Jane Doe. When the embalmed head was found in a field in Beaver County, it was just the start of a string of unsettling discoveries. Listen as Grace and Sarah discuss the details and theories. Note...
2022-11-1150 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 86: HALLOWEEN *SOLVED* SPECIAL Shauna Howe - Murdered (1992)Halloween is supposed to be a wonderful night of dress up, candy, mischief, laughs, and fun, yet for Oil City, PA in 1992 this was not the case. Halloween was canceled. Shauna Howe was abducted 4 days before Halloween after attending a Girl Scouts Halloween party. Her body was found the day before Halloween. Shauna's killers were known to the police for years before investigators realized they'd made an error overlooking evidence that could have solved this case a decade earlier. Listen as Chelsea tells this twisty tale to Grace. Photos and sources at kccpod.com.
2022-11-0648 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 85: Gettysburg - Haunted HistoryThe Battle of Gettysburg was a 3-day long battle as part of the Civil War. From July 3-5, 1863, Union and Confederate soldiers fired, fought, and died for their “side”. In these 3 days alone, over 7,000 men died and nearly 50k were injured. It was the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. As such, many alleged hauntings have occurred in Gettysburg. Listen as Sarah tells Grace about some of the spooky lore surrounding the area. Sources and photos at kccpod.com.
2022-10-281h 08Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 84: Witches and Hags - Dark HistoryThis week, we continue the spooky szn vibes with two short tales from Grace: The Storm Hag of Lake Erie and the Pennsylvania Witch Trial! Listen in as Grace tells the details and discusses these women with Chelsea. Sources and additional information available at kccpod.com.
2022-10-2133 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 83: Devil’s Road - Urban LegendFor those unfamiliar with the Chadds Ford area, it is a richly historical town right along the Delaware border. There is a place called Cossart Road, which has been nicknamed “Devil’s Road.” It’s a narrow and winding road where the trees actually lean away from it. Some people say that the devil himself, in a fit of rage, let out an ear piercing scream down the road one night and from then on the trees grew away from it. Listen as Grace tells the story behind this creepy road. Sources and photos at kccpod.com.
2022-10-1540 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 82: Katy’s Church - Legend (1800s)In eastern PA, a white church sits in a small town. With an active congregation, this church from the 19th century has been kept up over the years. The legend behind the church revolves around the hanging of a young girl who was likely pregnant. Listen as Chelsea tells the origins and modern interpretations of the legend, and discusses thoughts and explanations with Grace and Sarah. Sources and additional information available at kccpod.com.
2022-10-0725 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 81: The Squonk - Cryptid (1910)In true KCC fashion, we can't enter SpOoOoKy season without some mysteries of the fabled creatures who live within Penn's Woods. Today, Sarah brings a favorite legend: The Squonk. This creature allegedly lives in the Hemlock forests of NEPA, but proof has not been found due to the creature's very own self-destruct button: its own tears. Listen in to hear Chelsea and Sarah chat about this elusive creature. Sources and additional information available at kccpod.com.
2022-09-3031 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 80: Shawn Baur and Scott Fosnaught - Murdered (2002) & Updates for Kathy KellyWhat would you do if you found two bodies in the road at 2am? Today we stick in Pittsburgh for one more week as Sarah shares details with Chelsea and Grace as they discuss the baffling unsolved deaths of Shawn Baur and Scott Fosnaught. When the two 15 year olds left their friends house at 1am on a summer night in 2002, nobody expected to find only their bodies, and no clues, mere hours later. Listen for the details. Then, stick around for a case update. As family members provide answers to our questions, we bring them to you as updates...
2022-09-2443 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 80: UPDATES: Jesse Farber - Missing (2015)When a person goes missing a lot of finger pointing and blame gets thrown around. Relationships are destroyed because trust waivers and suspicion creeps in. In the first episode we covered on Jesse Farber, there were some elements about his life that we did not know. We’ve talked to three different people who knew Jesse. They gave updated information and gave us a glimpse into a fraction of the rumors running rampant in their town. Listen in as Chelsea and Grace discuss the updates for this cate. Check out episode 71 if you have not gotten a chance to he...
2022-09-161h 12Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 79: Toni McNatt-Chiappetta - Missing (1981)Toni left her friend's house around 5:30pm on Thursday, November 5, 1981 to meet her date for the pep rally that night. When she was over 15 minutes late, her date thought she must have gone ahead without him. Nobody in Clairton, PA could have guessed that over 40 years later, we still wouldn't have evidence to determine what happened or where she went. Listen as Sarah presents the details and discusses theories with Grace. Sources, photos, and additional information available at kccpod.com.
2022-09-0247 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 78: Paul Kochu - Murdered? (2014)Paul Kochu had just graduated from the nursing program at Duquesne University and was working in the ICU at Allegheny General Hospital in December 2014. Unfortunately, his bright future was cut short by what the Medical Examiner calls an “undetermined freshwater drowning.” His family, however, does not accept this manner of death and believes something more sinister may have happened. How did this kind-hearted nurse end up face down in the Ohio River, 85 miles from his home in the South Side? Listen as Grace tells the story and discusses details and theories with Sarah. Photos, sources, and additional information available at kccp...
2022-08-2759 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 77: Kathleen ”Kathy” Kelly - Missing (1981)Kathleen Kelly was a daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She grew up in some troublesome circumstances, but by the time she was 12 she was very independent, yet of course still loved her time with friends. One day, after going to a skating rink with some of her favorite people, she left and walked to her sister’s house. After leaving her sister’s house, she was never seen again. Listen as Sarah tells the story and discusses theories with Chelsea and Grace. Sources, photos, and additional information available at kccpod.com
2022-08-1927 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 76: The Smiley Face Killer TheoryIn 2008 a polarizing theory was posed about the supposed "accidental" drowning deaths of young men in different cities across the US. Listen as Grace gives a brief history and explanation of the Smiley Face Killer Theory. Sources available at kccpod.com.
2022-08-1231 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 75: Dakota James - Murdered? (2017)Dakota James was a grad student at Duquesne University in 2017. He had a bright future ahead of him and it seemed like everything in his life was going well. No one could ever have guessed that the evening of January 25 would be the last time anyone would see Dakota alive. His body was discovered in the Ohio River six weeks after he was reported missing. Was this some terrible accident? A suicide? A hate crime? Or maybe even tied to similar cases in the area, hinting at a possible serial killer at large? Whatever happened, his family has yet to get...
2022-08-051h 03Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 74: Christine ”Chris” Guenther - Murdered (1981)Chris Guenther was a typical 15 year old in 1981 Pittsburgh. She attended school, she loved her Steelers, and she got sick from time to time. In October of 1981, Chris had an ear infection. She left school early to check in with her doctor before heading to a Steelers game with her family and best friend. But she would never make it to the doctor’s office or that game. After going missing that night, her family waited 5 days to learn of the discovery of her body across the county line. Listen this week as Sarah tells the story and discusses th...
2022-07-2939 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 73: David Lee Branton - Missing (1993)David Lee Branton seemed like the all American man. His family had a well known name in the Lehigh Valley community. He made his own way by opening up his own law firm. He was successful and living his life. Out of nowhere he disappeared with no trace; leaving behind all of his belongings. In the aftermath, it comes out that he had a substance abuse issue and there are rumors rippling of him possibly being a closeted gay. Could this be why not only his family but his own community “swept” this case under the rug? Listen as Chel...
2022-07-2240 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 72: Michele ”Shelly” Reidenbach - Missing (1981)Her senior year had just begun, and even though she wasn’t feeling well, a teenaged Michele Reidenbach was primped for her senior photo appointment. After having her photo taken, Michele went to her after-school job. During this work shift, she left her job for a few minutes to get something from the pharmacy. Once she purchased her cold meds, she began walking across the parking lot to go back to work. At that moment, she vanished in plain sight. Listen as Sarah tells the story and discusses theories with Grace. More information, photos, and sources available at kccpod.co...
2022-07-0858 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 71: Jesse Farber - Missing (2015)Jesse’s ex last saw him on the 8th of August 2015. He had been acting strange recently and she was concerned. She remembered he said, “I have to do this on my own, but when it’s over we’ll all be together again.” Days later he called to tell her he was being chased by coyotes in the woods and was never heard from again. Listen as Chelsea tells the story and discusses theories with Grace. Sources and photos available at kccpod.com.
2022-07-0144 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 70: Eric Pyles - Missing (2000)Eric Pyles got off the bus after a typical day. Instead of walking home he walked to Jonestown Bible Church. He was seen by a church worker and it assumed he was going to use the bathroom. That was the last time he was seen. The worker left later that night and saw footprints headed to the woods. Bloodhounds confirmed his scent to the woods as well. Did a rough home life contribute to him walking off, or did his bad habits of running away and hitch hiking lead to his demise? Listen as Chelsea tells the story and...
2022-06-2434 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 69: Gwendel ”Gwen” Greenblatt - Murdered (2003)Gwendel Greenblatt was literally that person whose “smile lit up a room.” Her family and friends adored her. Unfortunately, she was in an emotionally abusive relationship and there didn’t seem to be anything her friends and family could say to convince her to leave. When Gwen’s friend Christina hears a scream and then silence during a phone call, it quickly becomes clear that something horrific has happened to Gwen. Listen in as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Sarah. Sources and further information available at kccpod.com.
2022-06-1852 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 68: Gail Matthews and Tamara Berkheiser - Murdered (1994)When Gail Matthews and Tamara Berkheiser failed to show up for a daily breakfast at Gail’s mother’s house, the panic began. In less than a few hours, Gail’s mother would discover that her daughter, Gail, aged 23, and granddaughter, Tamara, aged 5, were both murdered by an unknown assailant on the night of September 1, 1994. Who would kill this woman and her daughter, and what motive would they have? Listen to the case this week as Sarah tells the story and discusses theories with Chelsea and Grace. All sources and photos are available at kccpod.com.
2022-06-101h 03Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 66: Cherrie Ann Mahan - Missing (1985)When 8 year old Cherrie Ann Mahan got off the bus in front of her Butler County driveway on February 22, 1985, she likely planned to walk up the weaving path to her home, hug her parents, Janice and Leroy, show off the school pictures she got to bring home that day, and prep for a sleepover with her friend that night. But somebody else had other plans. At some point between stepping off of her bus where another parent had seen her and making it to her front door, Cherrie Mahan was abducted and has never been seen again. Listen as...
2022-05-2746 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 61: Dale Kerstetter - Missing/Endangered (1987)When Dale Kerstetter reported for duty at his security job at Corning Glassworks in September of 1987, his family and friends never expected it would be the last time he'd be seen. Shortly into his overnight shift, an intruder is seen on camera; Dale is then seen speaking to the intruder, and then he is never seen again. Oh, and did we mention that on this same night, $250,000 worth of platinum pipe went missing from the same location? Was Dale in on it? Or simply at the wrong place at the wrong time? Listen this week as Sarah tells the...
2022-04-2242 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 59: Jennifer ”Jenny” Barziloski - Murdered (2001)Jennifer Barziloski, who was known as Jenny, was 18 year old when she went missing on June 23rd, 2001. She was last with Steve Martin at the bar C Majors Bar on Main St in Edwardsville, PA. Then on April 2nd, 2010, Jenny’s skull was discovered less than a mile from Steve’s residence. They were unable to find any other bones or clues at that location. Her family is still desperate for answers. Listen as Chelsea tells the story and discusses details and theories with Grace and Sarah. Sources and images available on kccpod.com.
2022-04-0847 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 57: Cassandra Gross - Murdered (2018) and Shirley Saxon - Murdered (1997)Cassandra Gross was last heard from on April 7, 2018. Days later her dog was found wandering alone along a road in Unity Township and shortly after her car was found near Twin Lakes Park in Hempfield Township, burned. She was legally declared dead in 2019 and though her body has never been recovered, it is considered a homicide investigation. Listen as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Sarah. Stick around to hear Grace tell the story of Shirley Saxon and discuss theories with Chelsea. Shirley Mae Saxon’s home in Perry Township/Uniontown (Fayette County) burned down in 1997. Her body...
2022-03-2533 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 55: UPDATESIn this week's extra-long episode to celebrate one year of KCC, listen as Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah discuss recaps and updates for the cases that were covered in the first six months of the podcast. All information is available through original blogposts on kccpod.com
2022-03-111h 51Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 52:”The West Coast Video Murders” Bryan Benson and Seann Campbell - Murdered (1993)The brutal murder of two young men in a video rental store in a Warminster shopping center in November of 1993 became known as the West Coast Video Murders. No one has ever been charged with the murders, investigators have never even announced a suspect, despite having DNA evidence and possibly the murder weapon. Bryan and Seann’s families remain desperate for answers 28 years later. Who killed Bryan Benson and Seann Campbell? Listen as Grace tells the story and exchanges theories with Chelsea and Sarah. Sources and images available at kccpod.com.
2022-02-1829 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 51: Rocco Marinaro - Murdered (2012) AND Michelle Farr - Murdered (1980)Rocco Marinaro was walking home from eating out at a restaurant in Allentown. He was found shot inside his enclosed porch in 2012 and to date no persons of interest have been released. The Allentown police did release a clip of surveillance footage of Rocco walking home that they believe could lead to more information. They are looking to help identify two people who were seen shortly after Rocco passed the camera.
Michelle Farr ran a typical errand to the grocery store only two blocks away from her home. On her way home she was abducted. Th...
2022-02-1137 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 50: Keith John Polerecki - Murdered (1996)When the search for a missing person turns up a body near the train tracks, family members are left asking who did this? And better yet, why? The family has their theories; investigators say they're close; but who caused the death of Keith John Polerecki? Listen as Sarah tells the tale and discusses ideas with Chelsea. Sources and images available at kccpod.com.
2022-02-0434 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 49: Karen Denise Wells - Missing (1994)In the early morning hours of April 13, 1994 an abandoned car was found stopped on a foggy highway. Both front doors were wide open, the car was out of gas and the battery was dead. The car was covered in mud and scratches, like the ‘93 Plymouth had just been off-roading in the surrounding wilderness, but there it was in the middle of the westbound lane of a Pennsylvania highway. The area was thoroughly searched, but no driver or passengers of the vehicle were ever located. And where was the woman who had rented the car for a cross country trip in the...
2022-01-211h 11Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 48: Charlotte Fimiano - Murdered (1997)When 40 year old realtor Charlotte Fimiano left for work on September 11, 1997, she had no idea that it was the last time she would see her home. After responding to a call about a showing, Charlotte was found shot and strangled in the very home she was to show. Was it a random act? Was she targeted for family secrets? Listen in as Sarah gives details of the story and discusses ideas with Grace. Sources and details available at kccpod.com
2022-01-1448 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 47: Rachael DelTondo - Murdered (2018)Rachael DelTondo was a loving elementary school teacher. She was a beautiful, caring, and passionate 33 year old who was unfortunately gunned down in her parent’s driveway. Did she catch feelings for someone that should have never been on her radar? Did she cross a teacher line? Was this person the cause of her death? Sources and photos at kccpod.com
2022-01-0756 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 46: Elena ”Helen” Popa - Murdered (1979)On New Year’s Eve 1979, while many partied together to ring in 1980, Mrs. Helen Popa was at home when at least one assailant entered her house and beat her, causing her to die from the blunt force trauma she endured. Now, 42 years later, and thanks to the dedication of one specific trooper, this cold case is closer to a solution than it’s ever been before. Who killed Helen Popa on that winter night so many years ago and when will they finally be captured? Sources and photos are available at kccpod.com
2021-12-3154 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 45: Robert Edwards- Murdered (2006) :: BONUS - Solved: Wholaver Family - Murdered (2002)Christmas time is supposed to be one of the most magical times of the year. Yet for one family in Allentown, it was their worst nightmare. Robert Edwards was shot at an intersection while inside his car with his fiancee. There were dozens of witnesses yet no one knows who opened fire. For someone who selflessly gave back to his community, Robert’s murder shouldn’t be unsolved for over 15 years. Listen as Chelsea tells the story and discusses theories with Sarah. Then stick around to hear the solved story of the murder of Jean, Vicki, and Elizabeth (Izzie) Whol...
2021-12-2442 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 44: Leah Ellenberger and Harry Ganster - Murdered (1924)In this week's episode, listen to the story of the couple killed on the mountain by a single bullet ricocheting through both hearts - literally. Was the couple killed because of an ongoing battle? Were they in the wrong place at the wrong time? Or were they intentionally sought out? Listen as Chelsea and Grace discuss theories with Sarah telling the tale. Sources and photos available at kccpod.com.
2021-12-1738 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 43: Jamere Cherry - Murdered (2017) AND Markia Benson - Murdered (2016)Begin today's episode with the case of Jamere Cherry as told by Grace. Listen to the details that surround this front porch shooting as Chelsea and Sarah add to the discussion. Then, listen to Chelsea tell the story of Markia Benson, a professional, working, single woman who had just moved to a new complex in Secane, PA and was brutally murdered on March 30th, 2016. Photos and sources available at kccpod.com
2021-12-1055 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 41: Corey Edkin - Missing (1986)Where is Corey James Edkin? He was 2 years old when he went missing in October of 1986, but some, including his father, believe that he could still be alive. Listen as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda and Sarah.
2021-11-2628 minKeystone Cold CasesTHANKSGIVING BONUS ::Jahsun Patton - Murdered (2005):: SolvedFor a special Thanksgiving bonus episode, Chelsea tells the heartbreaking story of a well-rounded 18 year old destined to change the world who lost his life during a visit to his sister over the Thanksgiving holiday in Harrisburg. Amanda and Grace share their thoughts. Photos, sources and additional info at kccpos.com
2021-11-2520 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 40: Margaret ”Peggy” Lynn Reber - Murdered (1968)When Mary Reber returned home in the early morning hours of May 26th, 1968, she found what she suspected was a life-size doll on the floor. In a short amount of time, it would be revealed that the body was all too real and belonged to Mary's 14-year-old daughter, Peggy. Listen as Sarah tells the story with graphic autopsy details, and Amanda and Chelsea share their thoughts. All of our sources and images are available at KCCpod.com.
2021-11-191h 05Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 39: Tracy Byrd - Missing (1983) AND Veteran Doe - Unidentified (1965)In a double case episode this week, listen to two tales from Amanda, with commentary from Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah. The episode starts with the mysterious disappearance of a 14 year old girl from Bensalem, PA. Someone is holding out on details, but who is it? Then, in honor of Veteran's Day on 11/11/21, KCC shares the tale of the unfortunate veteran who passed away at the theater, and has not been identified in over 55 years. Sources and photos are available at kccpod.com.
2021-11-1225 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 38: The Mainline Murders ::Part 2:: -Murdered/Missing (1978/1979)In the second and final part of this story, we continue examining the Mainline Murders. Grace shares the details of the fate of Susan Reinert and her children, Karen and Michael and the ensuing murder trials. Amanda, Sarah and Chelsea continue to share their thoughts and commentary on the case. Photos and sources available on kccpod.com.
2021-11-051h 16Keystone Cold CasesHALLOWEEN BONUS :: Grace Packer - Murdered (2016) :: SolvedFor a special HALLOWEEN BONUS EPISODE, join Chelsea as she tells the story of what happened to Grace Packer at the hands of the people she should have been able to trust the most. Grace joins in with her thoughts on this solved case. Sources and information are available on kccpod.com
2021-10-3159 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 37: The Mainline Murders ::Part 1:: - Murdered/Missing (1978/1979)In this first part episode, examine the case of the Mainline Murders and missing persons cases with possible connections to a missing couple from a year prior. Grace tells the story of Susan (Gallagher) Reinert's murder, her two missing children, Karen and Michael, and a possible connection to missing couple Stephanie (Smith) and Edward Hunsberger. In part one, listen for the backstories of characters including a wayward school principal, questionable adult relationships, and sketchy details that start to come out. Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah give their commentary on the events that Grace outlines. Photos and sources available on kccpod...
2021-10-2940 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 36: Kimberly ”Kimmie” Yohe - Murdered (1996)Before her body appeared in the Susquehanna River, her friends and family thought she had just gone "off the grid" as she had done before. When the investigation into her death began, questions arose. Dig into the questions and theories of the death of Kimberly "Kimmie" Yohe as Amanda gives the details and Sarah offers her thoughts. Sources and photos are available on kccpod.com.
2021-10-2223 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 35: Pennhurst State School and HospitalThis week, we bring you stories from Pennhurst, the hospital mentioned in multiple early episodes. Some claim that the hospital is riddled with ghosts, while others are influenced by the haunted attraction that now runs on the grounds. Listen in as Chelsea talks about the history, inhabitants, and criminal activity associated with Pennhurst as Sarah interjects her thoughts on the subject. All sources and photos are available at kccpod.com.
2021-10-1548 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 34: John Chocha Jr - Missing (1969) AND Harrisburg State HospitalIn another spooky rendition of KCC, listen first as Amanda and Sarah listen in while Grace explains the case of missing Harrisburg State Hospital patient John Chocha Jr. who left the hospital on a day pass and was never seen again. Then, in the second half of the episode, listen as Sarah gives a history of the Hospital and discusses its paranormal side with Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace. All sources and photos are available at kccpod.com
2021-10-081h 20Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 33: The Girl in the Box - Unidentified (1962) AND Eastern State PenitentiaryWhen a dock worker uncovers a wooden milk crate in the Schuylkill, his life would forever change. Listen this week as Amanda tells the story of the Girl in the Box, also known at the Philadelphia County Jane Doe, and discusses the 1962 investigation with Chelsea and Sarah. Then, stick around after to hear a quick spotlight on the Eastern State Penitentiary for a spooky twist this week. Images and sources are available at kccpod.com. This episode does contain graphic details related to child abuse and murder. Listener discretion is advised.
2021-10-0144 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 32: Danielle Imbo & Richard Petrone Jr - Missing (2005) AND Fort Indiantown Gap Jane Doe -Unidentified (1973)In a two story episode today, begin by hearing about Danielle Imbo, a New Jersian, and her boyfriend, Richard Petrone Jr., a couple who went missing under mysterious circumstances, and an ex with a rock-solid alibi. Then, listen to the case of the Jane Doe from the area locals know as "The Gap": a woman found near a military base in south central PA who has never been identified, but whose story yearns to be told. This week, Chelsea and Amanda tell the stories while Grace and Sarah provide their thoughts. Sources and images available on KCCpod.com.
2021-09-2454 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 31: Don Decker - The Rain Man AND Centralia - The Town on FireIn this week's episode, Grace leads Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah through two strange happenings in PA. First, listen to the story of Don Decker, the Rain Man, who flooded a friend's apartment with his mind, then enjoy the history of Centralia, Pa, the town with an underground coal mine fire. As always, all of our sources and photos are available at kccpod.com.
2021-09-1758 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 30: Jonathan Luna - Murdered (2003)As mentioned in the Missing Persons case of Ray Gricar, today we bring you the story of Johnathan Luna, Assistant US Attorney, who was murdered in Lancaster County in 2003. Listen as Amanda tells the story and discusses theories with Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah. Photos and all sources can be found at kccpod.com
2021-09-101h 01Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 29: Betsy Aardsma - Murdered (1969)When PSU student Betsy Aardsma returned to campus early during her Thanksgiving holiday, she never predicted what would happen while researching for a graduate paper. In one silent moment, her killer found her, stabbed her, and got out. Who could kill a student in the middle of the library? Was it a defense attack or had it been planned out? And furthermore, did Betsy ever leave campus? Listen as Sarah tells the story and discusses theories and PSU hauntings with Amanda and Grace.
2021-09-031h 19Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 28: The Isler Children - Murdered (1986)The silence of the night was shattered with the screams of 4 children trying to escape the flames that engulfed their home. Only one child made it out alive. Who started this fire and why? Listen as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Sarah and Amanda. Featuring some volunteer firemen to provide a unique perspective on house fires. All sources and photos are available on kccpod.com.
2021-08-2725 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 27: Anthony Capasso - Missing (2018) AND Patricia Neil Randolph - Murdered (1977)In today's episode, listen in as the ladies discuss the details and theories of two cases. In the first part of the episode, Chelsea tells the story of missing father and friend Anthony Capasso, last seen in 2018. Then, in the second part of the episode, Amanda tells the story of Patricia Neil Randolph, AKA Baby Doll, a woman who was murdered in 1977. Both Anthony and Patricia were involved in risky lifestyles, but did they play into their fates? Sources and photos are available at kccpod.com.
2021-08-2045 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 26: Sheree Magaro- Missing (1987)When police found an abandoned vehicle in a field after a blizzard, they assumed someone slide off the road. The evidence inside paints a gruesome story. Listen as Amanda tells the story and discusses theories with Chelsea and Sarah. Sources and additional information available at kccpod.com
2021-08-1359 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 25: Brian Wells ::PART 2:: - Murdered (2003)Part 2 of the Brian Wells case is here for your listening! If you haven't listened to part 1, make sure you go back to episode 24 before listening to episode 25. This week, listen as Sarah continues the story of Brian Wells, discussing thoughts and theories with Grace. Check out kccpod.com for all photos and sources.
2021-08-061h 13Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 24: Brian Wells ::PART 1:: - Murdered (2003)Listen to the first part of the story of Brian Wells, an Erie man who was a piece of a bank heist, but who was killed in the process. In this first part of the case, Sarah tells the background on some of the key players and begins to go through the events that led up to the death of Brian. Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace discuss some of the details of this case with Sarah. Photos and sources available on kccpod.com - Tune in next week for Part 2!
2021-07-3057 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 23: Dawn Mozino - Missing (1989) AND Richard Peete - Murdered (1960)Listen in for this two-case episode to hear the details about missing woman Dawn Mozino and murdered man Richard "Dick" Peete. When Dawn failed to show up for her Special Olympics practice, red flags went up. After 12 years, there is still no sign of her whereabouts. Was she with a friend who did her wrong? Did her naivety lead to trusting the wrong people? Listen as Chelsea tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Grace, and Sarah. Then stick around to hear the case of Dick Peete, a man who got into a bar fight with very few...
2021-07-2340 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 22: Marguerite Keota - Murdered (1954)On March 6, 1954 the frozen body of 22 year-old Marguerite Keota (‘Kotyk’ - Slovac version of surname) was found in a six foot hole beneath an outhouse on the grounds of an abandoned schoolhouse in Phoenixville, PA (Pickering Schoolhouse).She had been missing and feared kidnapped since the Tuesday prior. Listen as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah. All images and source information can be found at kccpod.com.
2021-07-1645 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 21: Baby Allison Doe - Murdered (2003) AND Hector Ortiz Fuentes - Murdered (2009)In today's two-case episode, listen to your hosts discuss the cases of Baby Allison Doe and Hector Ortiz Fuentes.
When students walked to the burn barrel at school on the afternoon of December 31st, they never imagined they would find a newborn baby, murdered in cold blood. Listen as Amanda tells the story and Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah discuss theories.
Then, Amanda and Chelsea discuss the case of Hector Ortiz Fuentes, who was shot in the neck and immediately fell to the ground. Who was Hector and why would someone shoot him on the way t...
2021-07-0937 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 20: Anna Marie Callahan - Murdered (1995)Anna was known to skip school, do drugs, and have sex for money. Did any of that play into her death? Do flowers placed in the duct tape bound hands of Anna hold the clues to catching her killer? Listen as Sarah tells the story and discusses details with Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace. All source information and images are located on kccpod.com.
2021-07-0245 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 19: Wendy Eaton (Missing) 1975Wendy Eatons family headed to a Country Club to play golf not realizing it would be the last time they ever saw Wendy. Listen as Amanda and Sarah tell the story and discuss theories with Chelsea and Grace. All sources and images, along with the note from the family, are available on kccpod.com
2021-06-2535 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 18: Steven Whitenight Jr. - Missing (2016) AND Perry County Jane Doe (1979)In the early morning hours of January 14, 2016, a white 1997 Ford Probe was found near the Bloomsburg Municipal Airport. The keys were in the ignition, but no one was in the car. A set of footprints led halfway across the snow covered bridge over the Susquehanna River. What happened at the end of those footprints? Listen as Grace explains the story and Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah comment. Stay tuned to the end to hear Sarah talk about "The Girl with the Turquoise Jewelry" found skeletonized in Perry Co. PA in 1979. Sources and photos can be found on our website: kccpod.c...
2021-06-1843 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 17: Ray Gricar: Missing (2005)The Centre County DA goes missing, leaving only his car in a publicly frequented parking lot. Where did Ray Gricar go? Who caused him to disappear? Why was he off work when he went missing? Do you know what happened? Listen in as Amanda explains the story and theories to Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah. Sources and photos can be found on our website: kccpod.com
2021-06-121h 01Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 16: Maria Cabuenos & Julie Barnyock - Murdered (1997/1993)Two women are murdered in the Philadelphia area nearly 4 years apart. Could their cases be connected? And how many other cases could potentially be linked to theirs as well? Listen as Chelsea shares the details of the two women's stories and discusses theories with Amanda, Grace and Sarah. Sources and photos can be found on our website: kkccpod.com
2021-06-0443 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 15: The Boy in the Box - Unidentified (1957)Content Warning: Child Case; Child Abuse; Sexual Assault. In late February 1957, a bassinet box was found in Fox Chapel just outside of Philadelphia. Also known as “America’s Unknown Child”, the case of “The Boy in the Box” remains unsolved to this day, and the identity of this child remains unknown, for now. Listen in as Sarah describes the case and discusses theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace. All sources and additional information are available at kccpod.com.
2021-05-281h 07Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 14: Sarah Rae Boehm - Murdered (1994)On July 15, 1994, 14 year old Sarah Rae Boehm walked out of her Rochester Township home and never returned. Her remains were found near Deerfield Township, Ohio on November 4, 1994, but they were not officially identified until nearly 9 years later. Listen in to hear Grace tell the details of this case, while discussing theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah. As always, find all of our sources and additional information (including an analysis of the letter mentioned in this episode) at kccpod.com
2021-05-211h 03Keystone Cold CasesEpisode 13: Ryan Stevyn Benjamin - Murdered (2016) AND Penny Doe - Unidentified (1990)TWO CASES TODAY :: Today, join the KCC crew as they tell the stories and discuss the theories behind two PA cases. First, Chelsea will tell the story of Ryan Stevyn Benjamin, a NY native found 5 years ago this month in a pond. Then, Grace will detail everything that's known about an unidentified woman known only as Penny Doe who was discovered over 20 years ago. Amanda and Sarah join in with discussions for both cases. For more details on this and all of our other episodes, visit kccpod.com!
2021-05-1435 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 12: David Hurley - Murdered (1992)Also referred to as the case of the PA Route 22 killer, this episode covers the case of David Hurley. David Hurley was a father, baseball coach, and was headed to help out on a boy scout trip when he was shot 3 times after a minor accident. Was it random, planned, or drug related? Listen as Amanda tells the story and discusses theories with Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah.
2021-05-0734 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 11: The Babes in the Woods - Murdered (1934)On November 24, 1934, the bodies of 3 young girls, ages 8, 10, and 12, were discovered lifeless, tucked under a blanket, laying in a field near Pine Grove Furnace State Park. On November 25, 1934, over 100 miles away near Altoona, PA, a man and his niece are found dead of an apparent murder-suicide. Who are these people and how are these two crimes connected? Listen as Sarah tells the story and Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace discuss their thoughts and theories.
2021-04-3048 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 10: Beth Lynn Barr - Murdered (1977)Beth Lynn Barr was born on December 20, 1970 to Charles and Donna Barr. Less than a month shy of her 7th birthday, in November 1977 Beth was abducted while walking home from school after an early dismissal before Thanksgiving break. Less than two years later her body was found in a shallow grave on the edge of a cemetery, about 6 miles from where she was taken. Listen in as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah.
2021-04-2348 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 9: Robert Baron - Missing (2017)When the daily dough delivery for the Ghigiarelli’s Pizzeria was found on the sidewalk, Robert's family knew something was wrong. They had no idea they would be walking into the restaurant to find signs of a violent assault and Robert still missing. Listen as Chelsea tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Grace, and Sarah.
2021-04-1647 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 8: Lauren Jackson - Missing (1988)Lauren Maria Pico Jackson was playing in the dirt in front of her home at the Spring Park Apartment Complex on the evening of October 4th, 1988. When her mother came out to check on her, Lauren had vanished. The only clue that remains are two sets of footprints walking away.
2021-04-0930 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 7: Anna Rocknick - Murdered (2005)A green wreath tied with a red ribbon hung from the front door of Anna Rocknick’s home. Candles flickered in the windows signaling Christmas spirit was alive. Anna went to bed that Christmas Eve expecting to spend the day with family celebrating the holiday. Little did she know, she would be waking up to a nightmare.
2021-04-0913 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 6: Lynne Stansfield & Dale Wolf - Murdered (1993)When firefighters from the small Pennsylvania town of Duncannon answered the call of their duty, they never expected to step into the scene of a double homicide with arson. Listen in as Sarah describes the murder of Lynne Stansfield and Dale Wolf to Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace.
2021-04-0250 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 5: Beth Doe & Baby Jane Doe - Unidentified (1976) - UPDATE: Identified
Three suitcases held the remains of a young soon-to-be mother that was sexually assaulted, strangled, shot, and dismembered. Her remains along wither her baby were stuffed into a suitcase and thrown off of I-81 Bridge over the Leigh River near White Haven, PA (Luzerne County). Listen as Grace tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah. - UPDATE:: These Does have been identified and a suspect is in custody. Check kccpod.com for details.
2021-04-0136 minKeystone Cold CasesURGENT: SaSha Betting - Missing (March 29, 2021). - UPDATE: LocatedSaSha Betting is currently missing after being last seen on March 29, 2021 around 3:30 in Downtown Harrisburg. If you have any details, please contact KCC directly on social media or at KeystoneColdCases@gmail.com or call SaSha's best friend, Hettie, at 570-412-1475 :: As of March 31 at 10pm, SaSha has been located.
2021-03-3108 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 4: Gary Redner - Murdered (2008)Beloved Redner’s Warehouse Markets Exec. Gary W Redner was found dead in his neighbor’s driveway in the early morning hours of March 9, 2008. Almost 13 years later information about the case is heavily restricted by the authorities, but the Redner’s family and police alike are still desperate for tips from the public that could help them crack this case. Listen as Grace discusses this case and theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Sarah.
2021-03-2633 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 3: Anna Maciejewska - Missing (2017)Anna planned on traveling to Poland to surprise her father for his 80th birthday. After canceling her trip last minute, she sent an "unusual" text message to father and was never heard from again. Over 12 days passed before she was officially reported missing. Listen as Chelsea tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Grace, and Sarah. More information and sources available on kccpod.com
2021-03-1949 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 2: Terrence "Terry" Bowers Jr - Murdered (1970)On April 26, 1970, 11 year old Terrence Bowers Jr. was found stabbed to death in his sleeping bag while camping with his fellow Boys Scouts in Phoenixville, PA There is no murder weapon, no motives, and to date; no one in custody. Listen as Amanda tells the story and discusses theories with Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah. More information and sources available on kccpod.com
2021-03-1240 minKeystone Cold CasesEpisode 1: Hyun Jong ”Cindy” Song - Missing (2001)On Halloween night 2001, a Penn State University senior disappears out of thin air. Was she abducted? Did she leave on her own? Is a potential serial killer involved? Listen as Sarah tells the story and discusses theories with Amanda, Chelsea, and Grace. :: Episode Notes - In discussing the money that Michael Kerkowski had in his home, the amount seems to change from $60,000 to $60,000,000 throughout the discussion. The correct amount is $60,000 :: Sources and further information available at kccpod.com
2021-03-0549 minKeystone Cold CasesCOMING SOON :: Keystone Cold CasesIn a podcast that aims to reignite cold cases across the state of Pennsylvania, join Amanda, Chelsea, Grace, and Sarah as they dive into some of the well known and unheard of mysteries that plague the Keystone State. Episode 1 coming Friday, March 5, 2021.
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