This week we’re discussing the murder of Dave Laut, a renowned Olympian whose life was tragically cut short by his wife, Jane Laut. Although the police quickly identified Jane as the perpetrator, a lingering question emerged: Was this an act of self-defense or a premeditated, cold-blooded murder?

Thank you to our sponsors!

Treat yourself to the best shapewear on the market and save 20% Off at honeylove.com/MOMS20. 
This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MOMS and get on your way to being your best self.

New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast


Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality 


Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!

Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!

Sources:



California Inmate Locator 

Worley, Judge David R., “The People v. Jane Laut”, Court of Appeals of California, 2019

Totten, Gregory D., “News Release”, Ventura County District Attorney, 2016

Totten, Gregory D., “Term Report”, Ventura County District Attorney, 2015-2018

N/A, “Dave Laut”, Legacy, 2009

N/A, “Woman who killed Olympian…”, CBS News, 2016

Moriarty, Erin, “Linger questions…”, CBS News, 2016

Miller, Michael E., “An Olympic medalist…”, The Washington Post, 2016

Moriarty, Erin, “Death of an Olympian”, CBS News, 2016

N/A, “Wife of slain…”, The Associated Press, 2010

Lehr, Tracy, “Jane Laut’s only child…”, KEYT, 2022


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Murder of Dave Laut

Moms and Mysteries is a true crime podcast hosted by Mandy and Melissa, two friends who deep dive into a new case each week. Conversational in tone and heavy on the levity, you’ll enjoy their original takes on both the well-known, and those lesser heard of true crime stories.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

True crime

A teenage girl sneaks out of her bedroom window in the middle of the night and calls 911. What law enforcement finds behind the front door is a house of horrors
This is the Jordan Turpin story, from the Women & Crime Podcast. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, or go to: https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/how-to-listen/

Follow us: 
• Instagram @womenandcrimepodcast
• TikTok  @womenandcrime
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing: Women and Crime

Adolph Coors III, heir to the Coors brewing fortune, led an exciting life until his tragic kidnapping in 1960, which resulted in his untimely death. When police finally tracked down the man who had kidnapped Adolph and sent a ransom letter to his unsuspecting wife, they realized that this kidnapper had a violent past he was literally trying to escape from.

Thank you to this week’s sponsors!

 As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get 15% off your purchase of a Skylight Calendar when you go to SkylightCal.com/MYSTERIES. 

Get the Rakuten app NOW and join the 17 million members who are already saving! Cash Back rates change daily, see Rakuten.com for details.

Sleep better with the softest, most breathable bedding from Boll and Branch. Get 15% off your order when you use promo code MOMS at bollandbranch.com.
So, if you want to take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me and use MOMS to get $100 off your Lumen. 



To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. 

New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast


Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality 

Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!

Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!


Sources: 


Joseph Corbett Jr. v. The People of the State of Colorado, 1963

Police reports

“A look back at…”, FBI, 2016

“Police fear Adolph…”, AP, 1960

“Brewer missing near…”, AP, 1960

“FBI follows theory…”, UPI, 1960

Snow Sports Museum, Adolph Coors III

“Student killer of…”, UPI, 1951

“Mary Grant Coors”, News-Press, 1975

“Ex-convict, 80, who…”, The Seattle Times, 2009

“1996 interview with…”, The Denver Post, 2009

“Abduction of Coors…”, AP, 1961

“Coors’ widow examines…”, AP, 1961

“Prosecutor ends Coors…”, AP, 1961

“Corbett to appeal…”, AP, 1961

Coors Banquet “Heritage” 

Colorado Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame, Adolph Coors III

Forensic Files Season 11, Episode 41 - Bitter Brew

“The Anatomy of…”, 5280, 2009



Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kidnapping and Murder of Adolph Coors III

In July 2022, Strongsville, Ohio police responded to a car crash where three occupants, including Mackenzie Shirilla, Dominic Russo, and Davion Flanagan, were found. Tragically, Dominic and Davion were pronounced dead at the scene, while Mackenzie survived with critical injuries. Investigators soon shifted their focus from the accident being unintentional to the belief that Mackenzie purposefully crashed the car with the intention of killing both passengers.

Go Fund Me for Davion Flanagan's Scholarship Fund

Go Fund Me in Loving Memory of Dominic Russo

Thank you to this week’s sponsors!

Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save 20% Off at honeylove.com/moms20. Use our exclusive link to get 20% off - honeylove.com/moms20. 

Right now, Hungryroot is offering our listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life! Just go to Hungryroot.com/MOMS, to get 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life! 

Help teach your kids about financial literacy with Greenlight! Sign up for Greenlight today and get your first month free at Greenlight.com/moms.. 

Elevate your hair wellness routine this year with Vegamour. For a limited time get twenty percent off your first subscription order by going to vegamour.com/moms and use code moms at check out. 

To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. 

New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast

Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality 

Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!

Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!
Sources:

https://appgateway.drc.ohio.gov/OffenderSearch/Search/Details/W111780

https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1kKlRJl57N4igmJfQ0GWt6YKaGXRFiLjG

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QP_WTQMrAcjKf4bW5VVrSQNsnBSzeFUj/view?usp=sharing


https://obits.cleveland.com/us/obituaries/cleveland/name/dominic-russo-obituary?id=36124708 

https://www.jardinefh.com/obituaries/Davion-Flanagan/#!/Obituary

https://www.gofundme.com/f/davion-flanagan

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/hell-wheels-teen-killed-boyfriend-friend-crash-sentenced-15-years-life-rcna100928

https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-dominic-russo?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer

https://lawandcrime.com/crime/teenager-could-walk-free-in-15-years-after-intentionally-driving-into-brick-wall-to-murder-her-boyfriend-and-another-man/

https://lawandcrime.com/crime/judge-convicts-teen-of-driving-into-brick-wall-on-purpose-in-order-to-murder-her-boyfriend-and-another-young-man/


Additional sources can be found at momsandmysteries.com. 


Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Murders of Dominic Russo and Davion Flanagan

Donna O’Steen was found stabbed to death in her home after failing to pick up her daughter from piano lessons. Many believe the investigation into her murder was overshadowed by the assassination of Thomas Wales, an Assistant U.S. Attorney, leading many to believe that authorities prioritized solving his murder over Donna’s, leaving both cases unsolved.

Thank you to this week’s sponsors!

Looking to get into shape, but don’t have much time? Check-out Total Gym! For an ADDITIONAL 20% off your order, head to TotalGymDirect.com/MOMS.
Get more from delivery, for less with DashPass: zero-dollar delivery fees and reduced service fees on eligible DoorDash orders. Sign up for DashPass today and get your first 30 days free if you’re a new member. Subject to change.
Indulge in affordable luxury! Go to Quince.com/moms for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

 Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/ MOMS.





To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. 

New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast


Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality 

Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!

Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!

Sources:

https://www.westsideseattle.com/ballard-news-tribune/2011/11/19/ten-years-later-donna-osteens-family-continues-look-answers

https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Next-move-in-O-Steen-case-A-reward-1099931.php

https://archive.seattletimes.com/archive/?date=20041106&slug=sketches06m

https://www.seattlepi.com/seattlenews/article/Mother-found-slain-at-home-1071204.php

https://www.seattlepi.com/seattlenews/article/Friend-s-slaying-seems-impossible-1072507.php

https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/A-year-after-woman-s-murder-Sunset-Hill-still-1104748.php

https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Can-anyone-help-connect-the-dots-in-Ballard-1158593.php

https://www.seattleweekly.com/news/murder-in-ballard/

https://www.seattleweekly.com/news/a-killing-in-the-neighborhood/

https://www.genealogybuff.com/wa/king/webbbs_config.pl/noframes/read/96

https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/thomas-crane-wales

https://www.newspapers.com/image/1031184016/?terms=donna%20o%27steen&match=1

https://www.king5.com/article/news/crime/unsolved/murder-donna-osteen-inside-ballard-home-unsolved/281-f3cc2ca2-d86a-4dfe-a4ff-0c9d85eacdf8

https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/broken-hearts-and-an-empty-home-1086708.php

https://archive.seattletimes.com/archive/?date=20011110&slug=ballard10m_

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/20-years-after-unsolved-killing-of-federal-prosecutor-thomas-wales-in-seattle-details-emerge-about-the-fbis-theory/

https://www.milton.edu/milton-graduate-federal-prosecutor-victim-of-seattle-gun-man/

https://seattlemag.com/who-killed-tom-wales/

https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/thomas-crane-wales


https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/20-years-after-unsolved-killing-of-federal-prosecutor-thomas-wales-in-seattle-details-emerge-about-the-fbis-theory/ 


https://projects.seattletimes.com/2016/wales-timeline/ 


https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/seattle-federal-prosecutor-thomas-wales-was-possibly-killed-by-hired-gunman-fbi-official-says/ 



Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Murder of Donna O'steen

Albert Johnson Walker, dubbed "The Rolex Killer," is a Canadian convict serving time for embezzlement and the murder of Ronald Platt. He notably did this by assuming aliases,  and even deceiving others into believing his daughter was his spouse.


Thank you to Anna Luria with your help in researching this episode!

Thank you to this week’s sponsors!

 Get 15% off a Skylight Frame at SkylightFrame.com/MYSTERIES. 

Lume’s Starter Pack is perfect for new customers.As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET 15% ALL Lume products with our exclusive code - and if you combine the 15% off with the already discounted starter pack, that equals over 40% off their Starter Pack! Use code MOMS for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com. 

Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save 20% Off at honeylove.com/moms20. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you. Shape your life with Honeylove. 

Go to Zocdoc dot com slash MYSTERIES and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today.  That’s Zocdoc.com/mysteries.

To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast. 

New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast


Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality 

Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!

Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!



Sources:

https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/1998/1998canlii14906/1998canlii14906.html?resultIndex=1&resultId=f1166d704fdb41f181a2faf6029ba65e&searchId=2024-03-10T15:39:21:852/af7095a1abc64780a9e24625766e3ce5&searchUrlHash=AAAAAQAVQWxiZXJ0IEpvaG5zb24gV2Fsa2VyAAAAAAE

https://www.newspapers.com/image/1012290821/?terms=%22Albert%20Johnson%20Walker%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/1012599590/?terms=%22Albert%20Johnson%20Walker%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/979328251/?terms=%22Albert%20Johnson%20Walker%22

https://www.newspapers.com/image/802775469/?terms=%22Albert%20Johnson%20Walker%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/1012805886/?terms=%22Ronald%20Joseph%20Platt%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/465855387/?terms=%22Albert%20Johnson%20Walker%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/727340200/?terms=%22Ronald%20Joseph%20Platt%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/732064418/?terms=%22Ronald%20Joseph%20Platt%22&match=1

https://www.newspapers.com/image/995096470/?terms=%22Ronald%20Joseph%20Platt%22&match=1


The remaining sources can be found at momsandmysteries.com. 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Murder of Dave Laut

Download our free app to listen on your phone