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Evidence Locker True Crime

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Categories: Society, Culture, Documentary, History, True Crime

Episodes

Nordic Campsite Killings 2: Lake Bodom Murders - Revisited
Jan 12, 2026

In the summer of 1960, four teenagers went camping at Lake Bodom. In the pre-dawn hours, an unknown assailant attacked them inside their tent, slashing them with a knife and hitting them with a blunt object. Of the four, only 18-year-old Nils Gustafsson survived, narrowly escaping death. 45 years later, he was charged with killing his friends, but acquitted. To this day, the mystery of what happened at Lake Bodom on that sultry night haunts the people of Finland.

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Duration: 00:38:10
Nordic Campsite Killings 1: The Tulilathi Murders
Jan 05, 2026

July 1959. Two young women on a cycling holiday vanished from a Finnish campsite. Eine Nyyssönen, 21, and Riitta Pakkanen, 23, were found buried in a bog three weeks later, marked by a sharpened stick. Over 60 years later, this brutal double murder remains unsolved.

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Duration: 00:22:14
The Mysterious Murder of Julia Wallace
Dec 29, 2025

On a winter evening in 1931, a soft-spoken insurance agent was lured from his Liverpool home by a strange telephone message. The address he searched for didn’t exist. By the time he returned, his wife had been brutally murdered. Who was the caller? Was the alibi a masterstroke of deception? Or did someone exploit the perfect opportunity?
Tried. Convicted. Acquitted.
 Nearly a century later, the murder of Julia Wallace remains one of the most baffling cases in British criminal history.
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Duration: 00:18:31
The North Pole Slaying Plot - Foiled | Alaska (Revisited)
Dec 24, 2025

Every December, thousands of letters addressed to Santa are sent to North Pole, Alaska. Boxes full of letters are then sent to North Pole Middle School, where they are included in the 6th Grade curriculum: North Pole’s 11 and 12-year-olds are nominated as Santa’s little helpers and reply to all the letters on Santa’s behalf.
But in April 2006, the peace in this snow globe of a town was shattered when six 7th Graders hatched a plan to kill their classmates. The would-be attackers had drawn up a “naughty list” of kids at school that they wanted to murder in...

Duration: 00:18:39
The Orderud Murders | Norway
Dec 14, 2025

In May 1999, three members of the Orderud family were found shot to death in their home in rural Norway. The victims — Kristian and Marie Orderud and their daughter Anne — had been killed in the dead of night in what appeared to be a cold and calculated execution. Despite four people being convicted of complicity, no one has ever been held legally responsible for pulling the trigger. What followed was one of the most controversial criminal cases in modern Norwegian history. In this episode, we unpack the family tensions, forensic mysteries, legal battles, and lingering questions that still surround the Orderud case...

Duration: 00:20:10
The Vampire of Bucharest | Romania
Nov 30, 2025

Between 1970 and 1971, a series of brutal murders terrified the streets of Bucharest. The victims were mostly women — attacked at night, bitten, and mutilated. Their killer became known as The Vampire of Bucharest.
His crimes were frenzied and disturbing, leaving investigators to wonder whether they were dealing with a deranged killer or a man driven by superstition and obsession. He broke into homes, assaulted his victims, and sometimes drank their blood. When police finally caught him, the case exposed deep social anxieties in communist Romania — about violence, repression, and the darkness beneath a society that demanded silence.
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Duration: 00:21:08
Fugitive Mom, Dorothy Lee Barnett | USA/Australia
Nov 16, 2025

In 1994, a custody dispute in South Carolina ended with a mother vanishing with her infant daughter. Dorothy Lee Barnett, accused of violating a court order, disappeared without a trace — along with 11-month-old Savannah.
For nearly two decades, the pair lived under new identities across the world — first in Europe, then South Africa, then Australia — as authorities searched for clues. In 2013, an international investigation finally uncovered the truth. Dorothy had been living as Alexandria Maria Canton, and Savannah, now a young woman, had grown up unaware of her past.
The case became one of the most remarkable parental abduction storie...

Duration: 00:21:04
The Butcher of Mons: Belgium’s Unsolved Suitcase Murders | Belgium
Nov 02, 2025

Between 1996 and 1997, the dismembered remains of at least five women were found stuffed in garbage bags and dumped inside suitcases around the Belgian city of Mons. The killer, who came to be known as Le Dépeceur de Mons — The Butcher of Mons — has never been identified.
The murders shocked the quiet provincial city and left investigators chasing one of the most disturbing unsolved serial murder cases in Belgian history. Decades later, questions still linger: Who was the Butcher of Mons, and why did he choose to scatter his victims’ remains along roads with names that translated to words like Ha...

Duration: 00:20:44
The Black Magic Murders (Adolfo Constanzo) | Mexico - Revisited
Oct 29, 2025

In celebration of Halloween, this week’s episode is a re-release of one of our first episodes - still chilling...
Adolfo Constanzo, also known as El Padrino (or the Godfather), was the leader of a cult that believed that Black Magic would shield their drug cartel from being busted. Adolfo encouraged human sacrifice, and countless people fell victim to the cult, later dubbed the Narcosatanists. When American medical student Mark Kilroy disappeared after a night out in Matamoros, the cult’s sadistic activities finally came to light.

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Duration: 00:45:13
The Halloween Candy Killer, Ronald O'Brien | USA
Oct 19, 2025

On Halloween night in 1974, eight-year-old Timothy O’Brien came home from trick-or-treating in Deer Park, Texas, excited to sample his candy haul. Among the treats was a Pixy Stix — one that would become infamous in American true crime history. Within hours, Timothy was dead, poisoned by cyanide.
Investigators soon discovered that the killer wasn’t a mysterious stranger slipping poison into Halloween candy. It was someone much closer to home — his own father, Ronald Clark O’Brien. His crime forever changed the way parents across the United States viewed Halloween, giving rise to decades of fear over tampered sweets.
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Duration: 00:18:15
Diary of a Death Factory (Vlakplaas) | South Africa
Oct 05, 2025

For nearly two decades, a nondescript farm outside Pretoria was the epicenter of South Africa’s most covert and brutal campaign of state-sponsored terror. Known as Vlakplaas, it served as headquarters for a police death squad targeting anti-Apartheid activists. Under the leadership of Colonel Dirk Coetzee and later Eugene de Kock – dubbed “Prime Evil” – Vlakplaas was responsible for countless abductions, torture, and murders masked by secrecy and political protection.

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Duration: 00:23:12
The Murder of Anna Anton | Nebraska
Sep 21, 2025

Anna Anton thought she'd found safety in small-town Nebraska, living below a police officer who had sworn to protect and serve. Instead, she became the victim of the very person she trusted most. In this episode, we uncover the shocking betrayal that shattered the peace of Lyons, Nebraska, and explore how one man's abuse of power led to a seven-year international manhunt.
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Duration: 00:20:06
The Cursed Viking Sally | Baltic Sea
Sep 07, 2025

In the 1980s, the MS Viking Sally ferry became synonymous with tragedy and terror on the Baltic Sea. What began as a luxurious passenger vessel soon earned a sinister reputation when two brutal murders occurred on board just one year apart—in 1986 and 1987. The ship that was meant to provide safe passage between Finland and Sweden instead became the scene of unspeakable violence, earning it the nickname "the cursed ship." But the Viking Sally's dark legacy didn't end there. 

The vessel would later be renamed the MS Estonia and become the site of one of Europe's worst maritime dis...

Duration: 00:18:30
The Vanishing Triangle | Ireland
Aug 24, 2025

Ireland’s Vanishing Triangle is an area around Dublin from where multiple women have mysteriously vanished in the 1990s. Most of the cases have the same characteristics and remain unsolved. Were they taken by a serial killer? Irish Police created Operation Trace in 1998 to actively solve the disappearances but have not been able to do so. A €10,000 reward has been offered for information resulting in the recovery of a body, as it is presumed that the victims are no longer alive.

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Duration: 00:24:11
The Raincoat Killer, Yoo Young-chul | South Korea
Aug 10, 2025

Between September 2003 and July 2004, Seoul was terrorized by one of the most brutal serial killers in Korean history. Yoo Young-chul, known as the "Raincoat Killer," murdered at least 20 people in a shocking spree that exposed deep social inequalities and reignited debates about capital punishment. In this episode, we delve into the chilling details of his crimes, examine the psychological factors that drove him to kill, and explore how his case continues to influence Korean society today.
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Duration: 00:25:56
The Keddie Cabin Murders | California
Jul 27, 2025

On the night of April 11, 1981, the quiet mountain resort town of Keddie, California, became the scene of one of the most brutal and mysterious murders in American history. Four members of the Sharp family—Sue, Johnny, Dana, and twelve-year-old Tina—were victims of a horrific attack that left three dead and one missing. Despite decades of investigation, the case remains officially unsolved, though recent developments have shed new light on the crimes. In this episode, we explore the devastating night that changed everything, the botched investigation that followed, and the ongoing quest for justice that continues to this day.

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Duration: 00:21:56
The Disappearance of Claudia Kirschhoch | Jamaica
Jul 13, 2025

In February 2000, professional travel writer Claudia Kirschhoch arrived at Sandals Beaches Resort in Jamaica to resolve a simple visa issue. She was organized, experienced, and living her dream life exploring the world through her writing. But what began as a routine travel complication quickly spiraled into one of the most baffling missing persons cases in recent memory. More than two decades later, her disappearance still haunts those left behind, raising disturbing questions about evidence tampering, institutional failures, and the vulnerability of solo travelers. In this episode, we examine the mysterious circumstances surrounding Claudia's vanishing and explore why no one has...

Duration: 00:19:15
The Lainz Angels of Death | Austria
Jun 29, 2025

In the spring of 1989, Vienna's Lainz Hospital seemed like any other medical facility caring for the elderly and infirm. The sprawling complex, with its long corridors and sterile rooms, housed hundreds of patients requiring constant care. But behind its institutional facade, something sinister was taking place on the night shift. Four nurses, who would later be dubbed the "Angels of Death," had been systematically killing patients for years.

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Duration: 00:21:32
The Senseless Killing of Telenovela Star, Daniella Perez | Brazil
Jun 15, 2025

In late December 1992, Brazil was shaken by the tragic and untimely death of 22-year-old actress and dancer Daniella Perez. Known for her role as Yasmin Bianchi in the popular telenovela "De Corpo e Alma," Daniella was brutally murdered by her co-star, Guilherme de Pádua, and his wife, Paula Thomaz. This heinous act not only ended a promising young life but also exposed the darker side of fame and obsession within the entertainment industry.

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Duration: 00:24:48
Interview: Branden Morgan (The Devil Within)
Jun 01, 2025

In this episode, Noel & Sonya discuss the fascinating and often disturbing world of true crime podcasting. Guest, seasoned podcaster Branden Morgan, details the structure of his podcast, including deep dives into specific cases and weekly episodes that keep listeners engaged.
The conversation also explores notable cases like the Michael Taylor exorcism murder in Yorkshire and the challenges of dealing with cases where mental health and religious beliefs intersect.
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Duration: 00:27:20
The Hammersmith Ghost Murder | England
Jun 01, 2025

In January 1804, the quiet village of Hammersmith descended into fear over reports of a ghost haunting the streets—believed to be the restless spirit of a suicide victim. This wave of panic took a tragic turn when excise officer Francis Smith, convinced he had encountered the ghost, fatally shot Thomas Millwood, an innocent man. The shocking incident sparked one of the earliest legal debates over mistaken belief as a defense for murder. This episode unpacks the chilling tale, the grip of superstition on the community, and the case’s enduring influence on British criminal law – reaching a pivotal reinterpretation nearly 180 years...

Duration: 00:14:57
The Unexplained Disappearance of Emma Fillipoff | Canada
May 18, 2025

Emma Fillipoff vanished on a chilly November night in Victoria, BC, leaving behind cryptic clues and a trail of unanswered questions. Was it foul play, a mental health crisis, or a deliberate disappearance? Join us as we explore Emma’s life, her struggles, and the haunting mystery of what happened to her on that fateful night in 2012.

If you have any information about Emma’s whereabouts, please contact the Victoria Police Department at (250) 995-7654 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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Duration: 00:27:39
The World’s End Murders | Scotland
May 04, 2025

In 1977, Christine Eadie and Helen Scott vanished after a night out in Edinburgh. Decades later, DNA evidence would finally crack the case. This is the story of one of Scotland’s most haunting and hard-fought investigations.

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Duration: 00:26:48
The Gorky Maniac | Russia
Apr 20, 2025

In the closed Soviet city of Gorky, fear gripped the population as a brutal serial killer stalked its streets. In the fall of 1980, a spree of gruesome murders sent shockwaves through the community, challenging the State's narrative of order and security. With no clear pattern, men and women from all walks of life fell victim to his ruthless attacks. As investigators struggled to track him down, the killer taunted authorities, leaving a blood-soaked trail across the city. Who was the man who called himself "The King of the Criminal World," and how was he finally caught? Join us as we...

Duration: 00:23:08
The Gainesville Ripper, Daniel Harold Rolling | USA
Apr 06, 2025

In the summer of 1990, Gainesville, Florida, became the hunting ground of a sadistic killer. Within just four days, five college students were brutally murdered, their bodies posed in horrifying rituals. The manhunt that followed uncovered chilling secrets about Danny Rolling, the man behind these heinous acts. How did Rolling evade capture for so long? What drove his violent spree? And how did a makeshift campsite finally expose him?
Dive deep into the harrowing case of The Gainesville Ripper, whose crimes forever changed a college town and inspired the iconic Scream franchise. Listen now for a gripping account of terror...

Duration: 00:28:08
The Stalking Murder of Alice Ruggles | England
Mar 23, 2025

Alice Ruggles was vibrant, kind, and full of life. But her ex-boyfriend’s obsession spiraled into stalking and, ultimately, murder. In this episode, we uncover the chilling details of Alice’s tragic case, examine the red flags, and explore the systemic failures that left her vulnerable. Learn how her legacy is driving change to protect others from similar fates.
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Duration: 00:32:01
The Questionable Death of Crystal McCrory Jones | USA
Mar 09, 2025

When 43-year-old Crystal McCrory Jones was found dead in her Louisiana home on February 9th, 2023, her death was quickly ruled a suicide. However, inconsistencies in the investigation, behavioral red flags from her husband, and crucial details overlooked by the police raise doubts about the true nature of her death. This episode of The Evidence Locker delves deep into the circumstances surrounding Crystal’s demise, the family's quest for answers, and the potential failures of law enforcement. 
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Duration: 00:34:41
Cold Case: The Crewe Murders | New Zealand
Feb 23, 2025

In the quiet rural town of Pukekawa, New Zealand, tragedy struck in the winter of 1970, marking the beginning of one of the country's most infamous and enduring murder mysteries. Harvey and Jeannette Crewe, a young farming couple, were brutally murdered in their home, their lives cut short in circumstances that remain shrouded in mystery and controversy. Decades later, their deaths still resonate, casting a long shadow over the small community and raising questions about justice, truth, and the very fabric of New Zealand's judicial system.

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Duration: 00:23:45
The Stalking Murder of Lee Redmond Revisited (Special Guest: Jami Pomerleau) | USA
Feb 09, 2025

In 2021, we covered Lee Redmond’s tragic case—but some details were misrepresented. Now, with the help of his sister, Jami Pomerleau, we’re setting the record straight. Lee repeatedly warned authorities about his stalker, but no one listened. Then, his worst fear came true. With Jami’s insights, we honor Lee’s memory with the accuracy it deserves. 
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Duration: 00:26:17
The Monster of Montmartre, Thierry Paulin | France
Jan 26, 2025

In the 1980s, Paris' picturesque Montmartre became a place of fear as a ruthless serial killer targeted elderly women in their homes, leaving 18 confirmed victims. Known as "The Monster of Montmartre," Thierry Paulin’s heinous acts shocked the city and pushed investigators to their limits. This episode unravels Paulin's double life, from flamboyant parties to brutal murders and the tragic childhood that may have fuelled his rage. Discover how his reign of terror ended and the societal vulnerabilities it exposed.
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Duration: 00:26:26
The Killing of Father Niall Molloy | Ireland
Jan 12, 2025

In July 1985, Father Niall Molloy was found brutally beaten in the home of his close friends, Richard and Teresa Flynn, after a family wedding. What followed was a trial riddled with controversy, ending in a shocking not guilty verdict for the only suspect. Was it a tragic accident, a cover-up, or something far more sinister?
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Duration: 00:26:32
The Lady of the Lake, Hallie Illingworth | USA
Dec 29, 2024

In 1940, a body surfaced in Washington’s Lake Crescent, perfectly preserved by its icy depths. The discovery revealed a tale of love, betrayal, and murder. Who was Hallie Illingworth, and what led to her tragic fate? Explore the chilling story of the "Lady of the Lake" in this captivating episode.

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Duration: 00:22:53
The Gävle Goat’s Fiery Legacy | Sweden
Dec 22, 2024

This week we uncover the peculiar and fiery tale of the Gävle Goat, a Swedish Christmas tradition turned international spectacle. For decades, this towering straw goat has captivated the world as it falls victim to daring arsonists year after year. Join us as we explore the history of the Yule Goat, the bizarre rivalry between festive pride and rebellion, and the unwavering resilience of the town of Gävle.
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Duration: 00:15:52
The Day Santa Died in Arizona (Revisited)
Dec 15, 2024

In 1932 a local newspaper editor wanted to bring joy to the town of Mesa. He arranged for a man dressed as Santa to parachute from a plane to join the Christmas parade. But everything did not go according to plan and for the rest of his life, the editor was called: The Man Who Killed Santa Claus…

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Duration: 00:19:24
The Dyatlov Pass Incident | Russia
Dec 08, 2024

In 1959, nine experienced Russian hikers died mysteriously in the Ural Mountains' Dyatlov Pass. This week, we investigate their final days through recovered diaries, photographs, and official reports. From an abandoned tent cut from within to bodies found with unexplained injuries, the case has baffled investigators for decades. We examine the evidence, explore competing theories, and unpack the 2021 official conclusions about what really happened on Dead Mountain that February night.
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Duration: 00:31:27
Killer Butcher, Katherine Knight | Australia
Nov 24, 2024

Discover the horrifying story of Katherine Knight, the first Australian woman sentenced to life in prison without parole. This episode delves into the brutal murder of John Price in Aberdeen, New South Wales, and explores Knight's violent past, psychological disorders, and the impact of her crime on the community. From her turbulent relationships to the gruesome details of the murder, this episode uncovers the depths of Knight's depravity and her ongoing infamy.

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Duration: 00:26:39
The Oslo Plaza Woman | Norway
Nov 10, 2024

June 3rd, 1995, the Oslo Plaza Hotel witnessed a chilling incident that remains one of Norway's greatest unsolved mysteries. Security guard Espen Nass discovered the lifeless body of a woman, identified as Jennifer Fairgate, in room 2805. Initially deemed a suicide, unusual evidence suggested otherwise. Nearly 30 years on, her identity remains a mystery, much like the unsolved cases of the Isdal Woman and the Cambo Man.

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Duration: 00:26:41
The Amityville Horror | USA
Oct 26, 2024

In 1974, the quiet suburban town of Amityville, New York, was rocked by a horrifying crime. Ronald DeFeo Jr. brutally murdered his entire family – his parents and four younger siblings – as they slept in their beds. Just over a year later, George and Kathy Lutz moved into the same house, only to flee 28 days later, claiming the home was plagued by terrifying paranormal activity. Was the infamous Amityville Horror story a true haunting, or was it all an elaborate hoax? Join us as we delve into the chilling events surrounding the DeFeo murders, the Lutz family's ordeal, and the ongoing mystery that...

Duration: 00:29:02
The Freeway Killers | USA – Part 2
Oct 13, 2024

The Freeway Killer was a collective epithet given by the media and the police to what the media initially believed was a single serial killer claiming young male victims, predominantly in California during the 1970s and early 1980s, and who often discarded the victims' bodies alongside freeways. 
However, there turned out to be multiple Freeway Killers who operated independently of each other but just happened to select similar victims from similar locations.

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Duration: 00:32:45
The Freeway Killers | USA
Oct 01, 2024

In this episode, we delve into the chilling cases of California’s Freeway Killers, a group of serial murderers who terrorized the state’s highways in the 1970s. This episode focuses on the reign of Patrick Kearney, also known as the Trash Bag Killer, and William Bonin, whose dark and methodical murders left a trail of devastation. We explore how investigators slowly unravelled the horrifying pattern of missing young men, many from the LGBTQ+ community, and the shocking confessions that followed. It’s a gripping tale of manipulation, violence, and justice in a time when the open roads held deadly secret...

Duration: 00:36:14
Sneak Peak
Sep 24, 2024


In this special trailer episode, get a sneak peek into what’s coming:

The Freeway Killers – Three men, over a hundred victims, and a reign of terror that haunted California’s highways. The Oslo Plaza Woman – An unidentified woman found dead in a luxury hotel, surrounded by questions that remain unanswered to this day. Katherine Knight – Australia’s first woman sentenced to life without parole after a brutal crime that shocked the nation. The Dyatlov Pass Incident – Nine hikers who fled their tent in the middle of a snowy wilderness, never to return alive. What terrified them that night? ...

Duration: 00:01:45
Vanishing in Alaska: The Mysterious Disappearances of the Palmer Brothers | USA
May 05, 2024

In this gripping episode, we delve into the baffling disappearances of Michael and Chucky Palmer, two brothers who vanished years apart in the remote wilderness of Alaska. Michael went missing in 1999 while biking home from a party near Wasilla, with extensive searches yielding no trace of him. Chucky's disappearance followed in 2010 when his snowmobile was found abandoned near Talkeetna, but he was never located despite efforts.
Join us as we unravel the chilling details surrounding these perplexing cases, explore potential theories, and touch on the eerie legends of the "Alaska Triangle" – an area infamous for its staggering number of un...

Duration: 00:09:07
BONUS: Case Updates
Sep 25, 2023

Today we look at updates in the following cases:
92. The Doorstep Murder of Alistair Wilson | Scotland 
51. Murdered at School (Tair Rada) | Israel 
41. Gone in the Morning (Nicky Verstappen) | The Netherlands 
54. The Chevaline Killings (aka The Alps Murders) | France 
111. The Bizarre Death of Mike Mansholt | Malta 
3. The Rolex Murder (Albert Walker) | UK/Canada 
25. The Cannibal of Rotenburg (Armin Meiwes) | Germany 
46. The Assassination of Olof Palme | Sweden 
We’ll keep an eye on developments in all cases we have covered, and let you know on social media as it comes out.
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Duration: 00:10:49
The Lucan Affair | England
Jun 11, 2023

On 7 November 1974, nanny Sandra Rivett was brutally murdered in her employer’s home in Belgravia, London. Lady Lucan went to check on the nanny and was attacked herself. She named the attacker to be her estranged husband, John Bingham, aka Lord Lucan. The next day, Lucan was nowhere to be found, and he was never seen or heard from again. Was he the perpetrator of this heinous crime or was he in the wrong place at the wrong time? With clues and theories abound, join us as we unravel the captivating story of Lord Lucan’s childhood, his tumultuous marriage and...

Duration: 00:29:36
Butcher, Baker | USA
May 28, 2023

In the 1970s and 80s, one-man terrorized Anchorage with his gruesome crimes. He was the owner of a local bakery, and a respected member of the community. But beneath his charming exterior lay a predator with a deep-seated thirst for blood. For years, Robert Hansen prowled the streets of Anchorage for victims whose bodies eventually ended up in the icy tundra of the Alaskan wilderness.
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Duration: 00:32:48
Into My Arms, The Murder of Beatriz Lebre | Portugal
May 14, 2023

When 23-year-old Beatriz Lebre failed to show up to present a college paper, friends were immediately concerned. The search commenced and sadly her body was discovered a week later, in the Tejo River. Beatriz was well-liked, kind and always ready to help others, who would want to kill her? Her friends and family were shocked when police arrested a fellow student, and close friend of Beatriz’s, Rúben Couto. What went so wrong between them that she ended up bludgeoned to death and thrown into the river?
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Duration: 00:27:33
The Heinous Murder of Rachel O’Reilly | Ireland
Apr 30, 2023

Rachel O'Reilly was found murdered in her home in 2004, and suspicion quickly fell on her husband, Joe. Despite his insistence that he was at work when Rachel was killed, he was ultimately found guilty of the murder and sentenced to life in prison. The case exposed the dark side of the O’Reilly’s marriage and garnered widespread media attention in Ireland and beyond.
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Duration: 00:29:52
Amager Man (Marcel Hansen) | Denmark
Apr 16, 2023

A serial rapist terrorised the women of Amager, greater Copenhagen for many years, at one time waiting for 10 years before he attacked again. His victims ranged from elderly women to teenagers, and police struggled to connect the crimes to anyone. Once the monster was unmasked, they were able to connect him to various other crimes, including murder and robbery. His name, Marcel Hansen.
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Duration: 00:22:12
The Gruesome Murders of Ingrid Visser and Lodewijk Severein | Spain
Apr 02, 2023

In May 2013, Dutch couple Ingrid Visser and Lodewijk Severein disappeared in Murcia, Spain. Their bodies were found in a lemon orchard two weeks later, brutally murdered. The investigation revealed that the motive for the murders was a financial dispute between the couple and Juan Cuenca, former manager of the volleyball team Ingrid used to play for. 
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The Hotel Heir’s Wife, Narcy Novack | USA
Mar 19, 2023

A couple of months after his mother died in an unexplained accident, Ben Novack Jr was found bludgeoned to death in a hotel room. The Novack family was Miami royalty, having owned the city’s famous establishment, The Fontainebleau. Police learned that Ben’s marriage to his former-stripper wife was on the rocks and uncovered a sordid tale of unimaginable greed and cruelty.
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The Flactif Family Murder | France
Mar 05, 2023

Xavier Flactif, his partner Graziella Ortolano and their three children disappeared without a trace. Their house was spotless and it looked like they were settling in for a family dinner, but the whole family was nowhere to be found. An in-depth forensic examination of the house showed that a brutal massacre had taken place, and it was concluded that none of them could have made it out of there alive. But who wanted them dead?
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The Suitcase Killer, Heather Mack | Indonesia
Feb 19, 2023

The murder of Sheila Von Wiese Mack, a wealthy Chicago socialite, in August 2014 sent shockwaves through the community. Sheila was found dead in a suitcase in Bali, Indonesia, after being reported missing from a luxury resort. The police investigation quickly led to her 19-year-old daughter Heather Mack and her boyfriend Tommy Schaefer. As the case unfolded, a tragic story of family drama and greed emerged. According to Heather, she does not regret killing her mother.
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The Solved Cold Case Murder of Carmen Kampa | Germany
Feb 05, 2023

Looking out of the train window, a witness saw a large man striking a young woman, then forcing both his hands on her shoulders so she couldn’t get back up. The witness opened the train window and heard the young woman screaming: “Please, don’t! Please don’t!” The train passenger shouted for the attacker to stop, but the train was already moving. By the time police arrived at the scene, there was no trace of the crime. Then, three days later they found Carmen’s body. For years the case that was witnessed by multiple train passengers remained unsolved, bu...

Duration: 00:33:11
The Disappearance of Hitman, Chris Flannery (aka Mr Rent-a-Kill) | Australia
Jan 22, 2023

A known hitman went missing on his way to meet one of Sydney’s most notorious crime bosses. For a while before his disappearance, Chris Flannery, also known as Mr Rent-a-Kill, had been out of control, shooting anyone who angered him. He threatened that if anyone tried to eliminate him, he’d go to the police and tell them everything he knew. This posed a tremendous threat to organised crime groups, as well as corrupt police officers. On the morning of Thursday, 9th May 1985, 36-year-old Chris Flannery left his apartment building in the heart of Sydney’s CBD and was never...

Duration: 00:29:14
Internet Black Widow, Melissa Ann Shepard | Canada
Jan 08, 2023

At first glance, Melissa Ann Shepard looked like a sweet and charming older lady seeking companionship after the tragic death of her husband. With her rosy cheeks, spectacles and overall harmless appearance, Melissa didn't exactly seem like the type of woman you should be afraid of. But appearances can be deceiving, as Melissa wouldn’t stop at anything to get what she wanted: money.
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Algernon Blackwood’s The Kit Bag | Season Special
Dec 24, 2022

We wish our listeners a happy festive season – however or whatever it is you celebrate. 
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The Stalking Murder of Dorothy Scott | USA
Dec 18, 2022

32-year-old Dorothy Scott drove a co-worker who had suffered a spider bite to the hospital on May 28, 1980. After being treated, the co-worker and a friend waited at the entrance while Dorothy went to her car, saying she would meet them out the front. However, her car sped off and disappeared into the night. Dorothy was never seen alive again. In the months before this bizarre incident, she had received threatening phone calls from a stalker. Even after she was gone, the stalker continued to taunt her family.
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Duration: 00:31:49
Bible John | Scotland
Dec 04, 2022

Between 1968 and 1969, Patricia Docker, Jemima McDonald and Helen Puttock all fell victim to a serial killer who told people his name was John. Witnesses claimed he was in the habit of quoting scripture, which gave him the nickname ‘Bible John’. He met all three of his victims at Glasgow dance halls, strangled them and discarded their bodies on the street. Despite a plethora of evidence and a clear artist’s impression of the serial killer, he has never been caught. 
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The Unexplained Disappearance of Johan Asplund | Sweden
Nov 20, 2022

On a cold winter’s morning in 1980, Johan Asplund never showed up for school. Intensive search efforts yielded no clues as to the 11-year-old boy’s whereabouts. Despite multiple trials, two convictions and acquittals, the case remains unsolved. 40 years after he came up missing, his parents Anna-Clara and Björn, are still holding out hope that they will one day know for sure what happened to their son.
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The Fetal Abduction Murder of Bobbie Jo Stinnett | USA
Nov 06, 2022

In December 2004, 23-year-old Bobbie Jo Stinnett of Skidmore Missouri was excited about having her first baby. At eight months pregnant, she was still active in the rat terrier show circuit and met someone who had a diabolical plan: she wanted Bobbie Jo’s baby. Lisa Montgomery catfished the unsuspecting Bobbie Jo, setting up a meeting, posing as ‘Darlene Fischer’, pretending she wanted to buy a puppy. Bobbie Jo let her acquaintance into her home, and after a violent struggle she was dead, and her baby had been cut from her womb. Fortunately, law enforcement caught up with Lisa Montgomery, and found...

Duration: 00:32:25
The Ossett Exorcism Murder (The Devil Made Me Do It) | England
Oct 30, 2022

Michael and Christine Taylor were happily married when they joined the charismatic church called the Christian Fellowship Group in 1974. Michael became deeply involved in the group, but soon things took a sinister turn. Church leaders believed that Michael was a victim of demonic possession and performed an all-night exorcism. They sent him home and the unthinkable happened. Confusing his own wife for a demon, he attacked her, killing her violently with his bare hands. 
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Lazarus | North Korea
Oct 16, 2022

In November 2014, Sony Pictures fell victim to a massive cyber-attack. This attack was in retaliation to the release of the film The Interview, starring Seth Rogen and James Franco – a comedy about a plot to assassinate the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un.  
In February 2016, the central bank of Bangladesh suffered a similar attack. The meticulously planned cyber-heist spanned multiple countries, using different time zones, and leveraging public holidays and loopholes in country-specific laws. The FBI believed that a North Korean, state-sponsored, hacking organisation called The Lazarus Group was responsible for both cyber-attacks. But what can be done to stop the...

Duration: 00:43:32
Introducing: Paranormal Isles
Oct 09, 2022

From the most haunted buildings to ghostly landscapes and breathtaking UFO encounters... Join host Angus King as he relays spine-chilling stories of paranormal occurrences in Aotearoa, New Zealand, as reported by witnesses.
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The Tooth Killer, Ismo Junni | Finland
Oct 02, 2022

In 1990, emergency services in Helsinki were contacted by a young man who asked the police to re-investigate a death from ten years before. The caller claimed that although his mother’s death was ruled an accident, he believed his father had killed her. The case was re-opened and investigators unearthed so much more than just one murder… Ismo Junni was a violent serial killer who kept a tooth from each victim as a trophy. 
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The Raven of Tulle | France
Sep 18, 2022

Between 1917 and 1922, the residents of a small French town were terrorised by an anonymous letter writer who exposed secrets and made allegations. Each letter was signed: ‘The Eye of the Tiger’. The rumour mill was churning at a diabolical rate – careers ended, marriages became strained and eventually, two people lost their lives. Investigators took five years to unmask the author, a local secretary by the name of Angèle Laval. This poison pen letter case became known as the Raven of Tulle Affair.
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The Noida Double Murder of Aarushi Talwar and Hemraj Banjade | India
Sep 04, 2022

On the morning of 16 May 2008, the body of 13-year-old Aarushi Talwar was found in her bed. She had suffered an injury to the head and her killer had slit her throat. At first, the family and police assumed that the murderer was the live-in domestic servant, seeing as he was nowhere to be found. But then they found his body on a rooftop terrace – he had been killed in exactly the same way as Aarushi. The double murder became one of India’s most puzzling cases, making people wonder what really happened that dreadful night inside the Talwar’s apartment.
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Duration: 00:34:49
The Murder of Nick Howard | USA
Aug 21, 2022

When 18-year-old Nick Howard did not come home one night, his family immediately knew something was wrong. They reported him missing and soon police found his car at the bottom of the Sacramento River. Three weeks later his body emerged. When investigators discovered a life insurance policy to the value of $850,000, they set their sights on the beneficiary: Ralph Marcus, a school friend of Nick’s mother Patty, who never accepted the fact that she had rebuffed his advances. So, how and why was the young Nick Howard killed?
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dot com: The Hacking
Aug 09, 2022

Join Katie Puckrik [Puck-creek] as she investigates the veiled, kooky, and often sinister corners of the digital world. As the war in Ukraine rages on, season three, The Hacking, interrogates a brutal war happening on a different realm entirely: the internet. Russian cybergangs are stealing data from western nations every day and demanding unfathomable ransoms for their return. Katie wants to know who’s behind these attacks, why, and asking: is the post-Cold era over?
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The Haircut Killer, Danilo Restivo | Italy/England
Aug 07, 2022

When a single mother was found murdered inside her home in Bournemouth, England, police had no idea who the killer could be. Their investigation took them to Italy, where they found one of their suspects, was also a suspect in one of Italy’s biggest unsolved cases. 
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The Angel Makers of Nagyrév | Hungary
Jul 24, 2022

In the decade after the First World War, the men of a small Hungarian town died by the dozen, all suffering a similar fate. Eventually, the series of murders was exposed to have been due to arsenic poisoning. Multiple women were arrested for killing their husbands and charged with no less than 140 cases of murder. In the words of a local priest, during a police interview:
"These villages, gentlemen, are utterly dominated by women. And the men are all afraid for their lives!"
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La Pistolera – The Sharon Kinne Story | Mexico/USA
Jul 10, 2022

Sharon Kinne was a woman who knew what she wanted—whether it was men, money or freedom. What was questionable was her methods of obtaining those things, Sharon would do anything from faking a pregnancy to killing someone. Sharon's risky lifestyle did eventually catch up with her, but even a prison sentence was not enough to stop the woman who was nicknamed La Pistolera. For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit this page Want to support our podcast? Visit our pa...

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The Isdal Woman | Norway
Jul 03, 2022

In November 1970, the charred body of a woman was discovered in a remote location in Isdal, near Bergen, Norway. Many strange clues emerged: all the labels had been removed from her clothing, a notebook with coded notes, disguises, and fake identities. Who was the Isdal woman, and how did she end up dead in Ice Valley? For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit this page Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon 25% of Evidence Locker Patreon proceeds...

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188. Tent Girl (Special Guest: Todd Matthews - The Doe Network) | USA
Jun 19, 2022

In May 1968, local well-digger, Wilbur Riddle discovered the body tied up in a canvas, 30 miles north of Georgetown. She could not be identified and a Kentucky Post & Times Star reporter gave her the name ‘Tent Girl’. She became part of local history, and would remain unidentified for another 30 years…For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit this page Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon 25% of Evidence Locker Patreon proceeds are donated in support of the Doe Networ...

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The Bizarre Disappearance of Richey Edwards | England/Wales
Jun 12, 2022

On the morning of 1 February 1995, Richey Edwards, lyricist and guitarist for the band Manic Street Preachers checked out of a London hotel and disappeared. A toll-booth receipt found in Richey's apartment in Cardiff, Wales suggests that he went home before he vanished. His car was found at a service station en route between Wales and London 17 days later, but there was no sign of Richey. He left many clues, but what does it all mean? His family refuses to give up hope and will keep on searching until they have answers.Sponsor: Calm – the number one mental wellness app. Go to...

Duration: 00:34:21
The Knutby Affair | Sweden
Jun 05, 2022

When the mistress of a small-town pastor confessed to shooting and killing his wife, and shooting his neighbour, nearly killing him too, it seemed like an open-and-shut case. However, as investigators delved through layer of deceit within the church community, they uncovered an unbelievable scandal of sex, abuse and ruthless manipulation.  Sponsors:
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The Kapunda Triple Murder | Australia
May 29, 2022

When his friend’s girlfriend rebuffed his advances, a jealous teenager turned his infatuation into a deadly obsession. 18-year-old Jason Downie broke into the home of Chantelle Rowe and when her parents caught him, he commenced a merciless attack. Downie admitted stabbing Chantelle more than 33 times, her father Andrew at least 29 times and her mother Rose more than 50 times. Police would never have guessed that this scrawny, non-descript, buck-eared guy was capable of causing the bloodbath on Harriet Street in the sleepy town of Kapunda.For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources an...

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The Seattle Cyanide Poisonings | USA
May 22, 2022

In the fall of 1982, seven people in Chicago died, all of cyanide poisoning from taking cyanide-tainted Extra-Strength Tylenol. The individual or individuals responsible for this were unknown. When two local residents in Seattle, Washington, died four years later after consuming cyanide-laced Extra-Strength Excedrin, people were left wondering if there was a copycat killer on the loose, how many victims would there end up being, and would anyone be caught and brought to justice for this horrifically familiar crime?For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits, visit Evidence Locker Website For...

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Pedrinho Matador | Brazil
May 15, 2022

Pedro Rodrigues Filho, also known as Pedrinho Matador (or Little Pedro the Killer/Killer Petey), took the law into his own hands by killing drug dealers, murderers and rapists. He served 45 years for 71 murders but claimed to have killed closer to 100 people. This vigilante killer even murdered his own father and allegedly ate his heart. Were his crimes justified, or was he simply a ruthless, bloodthirsty killer? Sponsor: Calm – the number one mental wellness app. Go to calm.com/evidence for 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription.  For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of res...

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The Honeymoon Murder of Anni Dewani | South Africa
May 08, 2022

What was supposed to be a dream South African holiday soon turned into a nightmare when newlyweds Anni and her billionaire husband Shrien Dewani, along with their taxi driver, were hijacked on their way home from a restaurant. Anni was later found deceased with a gunshot wound to the neck. Was this simply a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time? Or was something more sinister at play?Sponsor: Noom - sign up for your trial and get psychology-based support to lose the weight for good at noom.com/evidencelocker For pictures and more information, join u...

Duration: 00:32:20
Pazuzu Algarad’s House of Horrors | USA
May 01, 2022

A self-proclaimed Satanist had been boasting about animal sacrifice, murders and claiming he had buried the bodies of his victims in his backyard for several years. Yet nobody took him seriously. For a long time, Pazuzu Algarad had been able to continue his disturbing practices within his filthy home, before authorities finally realised, he had been telling the truth all along…Sponsor: BetterHelp – Get 10% off your first month of online therapy at http://betterhelp.com/evidence For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor disc...

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The Vampire of Kraków, Karol Kot | Poland
Apr 24, 2022

Karol Kot created a suffocating atmosphere of fear in Kraków in the 1960s. No one suspected a young, clean-shaven boy fresh out of high school to be the prowling beast. Before his 21st birthday, Kot was guilty of two murders, ten attempted murders and four instances of arson. After stabbing his victims, he licked the blood off the knife’s blade, earning him the moniker of The Vampire of Kraków. Psychologists deemed his criminal mind to be the sort that only emerges once in a couple of million.Sponsor: Calm – the number one mental wellness app. Go to calm.c...

Duration: 00:37:20
The Jennifer Laude Affair | The Philippines
Apr 17, 2022

On October 11, 2014, the naked body of 27-year-old Jennifer Laude was discovered in a hotel room in Olongapo. She had been beaten, strangled, and drowned in the toilet. Eyewitness statements and hotel surveillance footage led police to the last person who was with her: a young US Marine.  Sponsor: BetterHelp – Get 10% off your first month of online therapy at http://betterhelp.com/evidence For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit this page Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Pat...

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The Trunk Murderess, Winnie Ruth Judd | USA
Apr 10, 2022

On an October night in 1931, a baggage handler on the Golden State Limited from Phoenix to Los Angeles noticed a bad smell protruding from two black trunks, with blood seeping from the bottom. At first, he assumed that someone was transporting deer meat interstate, but he was mistaken… The black travel trunks contained something far more sinister. And the elegant female passenger in the brown dress suit who had brought the trunks onto the train had a lot to answer for…Sponsor: Noom - sign up for your trial and get psychology-based support to lose the weight for good at noom...

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The Murders of Francisca Silva and Her Killer, Dominique Colinet | Portugal
Apr 03, 2022

Francisca Silva was found dead in her vacation home in Alcaçovas. In October 2007, a Parisian by the name of Dominique Colinet disappeared. His son informed the police that he was hired to kill Francisca by her husband David before he came up missing. For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit this page Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon 25% of Evidence Locker Patreon proceeds are donated as support to the Doe Network – solving international cold cases. To l...

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The Thomas Murders | New Zealand
Mar 27, 2022

On the 16th of February 1994, father and son, Eugene and Gene Thomas were shot and killed inside their office in Wellington CBD. John Barlow, a business associate, was eventually convicted after standing trial for the murders three times. Many people still wonder if justice has been served. For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit this page Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon 25% of Evidence Locker Patreon proceeds are donated as support to the Doe Network – solving in...

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The Acid Killer’s Torture Chamber (Lutz Reinstrom) | Germany
Mar 20, 2022

Lutz Reinstrom lived with his wife and children in a townhouse in suburban Hamburg. What neither his family nor their neighbours knew, was that Reinstrom had converted the basement into a bunker where he kept, tortured and killed his victims before disposing of their bodies in acid-filled barrels. This seemingly wholesome family man became better known by his nickname: The Acid Killer. Sponsor: BetterHelp – Get 10% off your first month of online therapy at http://betterhelp.com/evidence For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all spo...

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The Tragic Death of Paulette Gebara Farah | Mexico
Mar 13, 2022

On the morning of 22 March 2010, 4-year-old Paulette was not in her bed. She was disabled and would not have been able to leave her family home by herself. Suspicion turned to her parents and her caregivers, who gave conflicting statements. When the little girl’s body was found after nine days, the case became even more baffling.

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The Instagram Murder of Bianca Devins | USA
Mar 06, 2022

Bianca befriended one of her Instagram followers in real life, and they seemed to get along just fine. Brandon Clark wanted a romantic relationship with her, but Bianca was not interested in him that way. When he realized he would never have her, he took brutal action, recording his revenge and posting it to social media.  Promo: Journey to the Centre of Food  For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon For a full list of resources and credits visit Evidence Locker Website For all sponsor discount codes, visit th...

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The Unexplained Disappearance of Trevor Deely | Ireland
Feb 27, 2022

On a rainy night in Dublin, 22-year-old Trevor Deely was walking home after an office party. CCTV footage shows an unidentified man following behind him from his place of work, along the route to his apartment. Trevor never made it home that night and has never been seen since. 21 years on and his family is still searching for answers. What happened to Trevor Deely? Do you have information about Trevor’s Disappearance? Contact Pearse Street Garda Station on 01 6669000 OR Crimestoppers 1800 250 025 Promo: Journey to the Centre of Food  For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook Want to support our pod...

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The Ant Hill Kids Cult of Roch Thériault | Canada
Feb 20, 2022

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Thériault promised his loyal followers that he would save them from the apocalypse. He convinced them that the only way to survive the end of the world was by following his teachings and living out their days in isolation from the outside world. But the Ant Hill Kids Cult was a dangerous and violent commune, under the rule of a violent alcoholic, one of the cruellest sadists in Canadian criminal history: Ro...

Duration: 00:36:37
Omar Killed Me | France
Feb 13, 2022

The body of socialite Ghislaine Marchal was found inside her home in Mougins. She had been bludgeoned to death. She seemed to have left a clue, written in her own blood: Omar m’a tuer – Omar killed me. Omar was her gardener. What was curious was a grammatical error in the phrase. Why would a native French speaker like Ghislaine Marchal make such a mistake in her last moments alive? Did someone else write the clue, hoping to frame an innocent man?Sponsors: Noom - sign up for your trial and get psychology-based support to lose the weight for good at n...

Duration: 00:36:43
Amish Stud, Eli Weaver | USA
Feb 06, 2022

When Eli Weaver left his wife and children for a life outside of their Amish community, he didn’t realise that his livelihood was at stake. Because the community shunned him, his fishing-goods store was struggling. He reconciled with his wife and weaseled his way back into the community. All the while, he was still meeting women from the outside world online. Then he convinced one of his lovers to help him to get rid of his wife.For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon For a full li...

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Peter Lundin, Born to Kill | Denmark
Jan 23, 2022

When Copenhagen police discovered the brutal murder of a mother and her two sons, they were horrified. They soon learnt that the victim, Marianne Pedersen, was dating a convicted killer, Peter Lundin. He was released from an American prison after murdering his own mother in Maggie Valley, NC. When he learnt Peter had murdered again, his father Ole said that, ultimately, there was no stopping him, as he was born to kill.Sponsors: Stitch Fix – Personal styling for women & men go to Stitchfix.co.uk/evidence   BetterHelp – Get 10% off your first month of online therapy at http://betterhelp.com/evidence For p...

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The Ipswich Murders | England
Jan 09, 2022

When his marriage ended, Des Thorpe became a homeless alcoholic. His young daughter ran away from foster care to be with her dad and grew up on the streets. Lorraine became a part of her dad’s street drinking group and met many unsavoury characters. One of them was kind-hearted, down-on-her-luck Rosie Hunt. She notified social services that Lorraine was not in a good environment and was made to pay with her life. Des was furious when he learnt Lorraine was involved in Rosie’s murder – not knowing that he would be next…Sponsor:Noom - sign up for your trial an...

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The Egan Murders on New Year’s Eve 1964 | USA
Dec 26, 2021

Petty criminal Peter Egan, his wife Barbara and his brother Gerald were shot, execution-style at a rest stop north Watertown on Interstate 81. The case became known as the Jefferson County Egan Murders, and to this day, no one has been brought to justice for the cold-hearted killing. But do police know who was responsible? Sponsor: Trip CBD: To take a TRIP to happy days go to drink-trip.com. Get 20% off your first order (with free shipping), use the code: EVIDENCE20.  For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreon For a...

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The Murder of Santa Safari Guide, Rebecca Johnson | Finland
Dec 19, 2021

Becky Johnson and her boyfriend of two years signed up for seasonal work in the Christmas wonderland of Lapland. They were both avid dog sledders and worked as guides, taking tourists on Husky sled rides in the snow-covered pine forests near Santa Claus Village. The couple had a volatile relationship, and on the morning of 3 December 2016, it ended in tragedy.Sponsor: Best Fiends - A world on your Mobile. Engage your brain with fun puzzles and collect tons of cute characters. Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play For pictures and more information, join us...

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The Scandalous Murder of Herman Rockefeller | Australia
Dec 12, 2021

When multimillionaire, Herman Rockefeller, failed to return home from the airport after a business trip, his wife immediately knew something was wrong. As the investigation unfolded, Herman’s secret double life was exposed, much to the shock of his closest family members and friends.  Sponsor: Tails.com – Nutritious food made just for your dog. Go to tails.com/evidence21 and tell them all about your dog. Use code evidence 21 to get one month’s worth of FREE tailored dog food. Just pay £2 delivery.  For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at Patreo...

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The Ulvila Murder | Finland
Dec 05, 2021

The 51-year-old father of four, Jukka S. Lahti was brutally murdered inside his home in December 2006. Three years after his murder, his wife, Anneli Auer, was arrested and charged with his murder. She was eventually acquitted, which means the murderer is still out there. This case has puzzled Finland for over a decade. Sponsors: Tails.com – Nutritious food made just for your dog. Go to tails.com/evidence21 and tell them all about your dog. Use code evidence 21 to get one month’s worth of FREE tailored dog food. Just pay £2 delivery.  Wine52 - Wine discovery club. Go to www.wine52...

Duration: 00:40:55
The Disney Cruise Ship Disappearance of Rebecca Coriam | Pacific Ocean
Nov 28, 2021

Cruise ships are floating resorts that dreams are made of. But dark danger lurks beyond cocktails, fine dining and endless entertainment. Because cruise ships mostly operate in international waters, there is no police force on board. Security guards keep the peace, but they do not have any policing power. Disney Wonder employee, Rebecca Coriam was recorded on CCTV footage, frazzled and distraught, making a phone call on an internal phone. She was never seen again.
Find Rebecca Coriam: https://twitter.com/rebeccacoriam  Sponsors: Wine52 - Wine discovery club. Go to www.wine52.com/evidence and cover the postage costs o...

Duration: 00:32:52
BONUS: Interview with Bryan Johnston, author of Deep in the Woods
Nov 21, 2021

After exploring the Weyerhaeuser kidnapping in episode 161 last week, we bring you this phone conversation Noel had with author Bryan Johnstone. Washington native, Bryan stumbled across one of the most interesting stories from the 1930s in his local state. In this bonus episode, Bryan talks about researching the case and recounts his interview with George Weyerhaeuser himself.
Buy the book:Website: Bryan R Johnston Amazon: Deep in the Woods: The 1935 Kidnapping of Nine-Year-Old George Weyerhaeuser, Heir to America's Mightiest Timber Dynasty For pictures and more information, join us on Facebook Want to support our podcast? Visit our page at P...

Duration: 00:23:56