A summer night in Buckeye Lake, Ohio, turns deadly when a man is shot while singing karaoke with his girlfriend. As stunned bar patrons scramble for answers, investigators uncover a tangled web of jealousy and revenge. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Benjamin Hawk. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Bond set at $5M for man suspected of killing ex's boyfriend at karaoke bar

Man Who Mocked Ex-Wife at Karaoke Now Accused of Killing Her New Boyfriend While He Sang Linkin Park Song

When a 19-year-old single mother vanished from a mall parking lot in 1989, all that remained was her abandoned car—and several grainy photos from an ATM camera. No witnesses. No break-in. Just questions.

But with help from NASA and a cat’s hair, investigators built a chilling case against someone with a supposed alibi. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Lori Ann Auker. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Com. v. Auker :: 1996 :: Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Decisions.

Lori Ann Auker: New CSI Breakthrough Catches a Killer

Forensic Files - Season 6, Episode 27 - Cats, Flies & Snapshots - Full Episode

Lori Ann Auker disappears from a parking lot

On a quiet February morning, a 911 call shattered the calm. Two parents, Kristin and James Brock, were found shot to death in their bedroom. The caller? Their teenage daughter. As detectives searched for answers, an unlikely suspect would come into focus. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a developing story out of Georgia. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/sarah-grace-patrick-charged-with-mother-stepfather-murders?amp

Georgia Girl, 17, Accused of Fatally Shooting Mom and Stepdad, Whose Bodies Were Discovered by Her 6-Year-Old Sister

17-year-old girl charged with murdering mother, stepfather in Carroll County, deputies announce

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1150010523836000&set=a.222475513256177

Teen accused of killing her mother and stepfather after her 6-year-old sister found their bodies

In July 2018, a 20-year-old young woman set out for an evening jog through her small Iowa town—and vanished without a trace. For over a month, her disappearance gripped the nation. Then, a chilling confession led police to a secluded cornfield, where the truth was buried. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Mollie Tibbetts. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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STATE OF IOWA v. CRISTHIAN BAHENA RIVERA (2023) | FindLaw

Immigrant convicted of killing Iowa college student sentenced to life in prison | Courthouse News Service

Farm worker found guilty of killing University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts | CNN

Mollie Tibbetts still remembered by Iowans on the 6th anniversary of her disappearance

In the summer of 1983, a 27-year-old woman walked into the Oregon woods with her boyfriend—and was never seen again. For over four decades, her case grew cold… until a human skull and modern DNA testing brought the truth back to the surface. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Teresa Peroni. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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72-year-old man accused of killing girlfriend who disappeared nearly 42 years ago

She disappeared in 1983. Her boyfriend was just arrested in California.

Illinois River Road - Teresa Peroni disappearance (aerial) 360 Panorama | 360Cities

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1135389541952935&id=100064456999311

When Craig Dixon visited a friend for drinks, he never expected that it would cost him his life. On a summer night in Albuquerque, a jealous stalker broke in and opened fire, killing Craig in cold blood. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss Chase Cuffie, a stalker and a killer.

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Man hides in storage room and kills ex’s friend after ambush, New Mexico officials say

DV murder suspect arrested in Phoenix — City of Albuquerque

Jurors return second-degree murder verdict in 2023 shooting death | News | abqjournal.com

Two teenagers. One tragic day. And a murder that changed their lives forever. When 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was killed, a small-town community was left shattered — and no one saw it coming. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a developing story out of Texas. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Texas Teen Allegedly Confessed to Murdering High School Track Star, Then Asked Police if He Could Claim Self-Defense

What Is Karmelo Anthony Accused Of? Inside the Shocking High School Stabbing Case

Teen Karmelo Anthony indicted for murder in death of Austin Metcalf

When a trusted doctor is accused of a brutal assault, DNA evidence seems to clear him. But how do you fake a blood test? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss Dr. John Schneeberger—a man who used his medical skills to dodge justice… until the truth finally spilled out. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Case of Dr. John Schneeberger – Forensic Tales

Saskatchewan doctor deported after assaults - The Globe and Mail

https://web.archive.org/web/20171213153523/http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan-s-sexual-assault-doctor-now-in-south-africa-1.470275

The Case of John Schneeberger

Forensic Files - Season 6, Episode 18 - Bad Blood - Full Episode

In 1985, an Olympian, working as a trail guide in Montana, was abducted. Her kidnappers, two men living off the grid, hoped she would be the perfect wife in a forced marriage. But when things go from bad to worse, the woman refuses to allow herself to become a victim. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the kidnapping of Kari Swenson. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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'Mountain man' freed 32 years after kidnapping athlete to be son's bride | US crime | The Guardian

Twenty years after the murder, kidnapping near Big Sky | News | bozemandailychronicle.com

'Mountain man' who kidnapped athlete Kari Swenson on run again

Self-described ‘mountain man’ granted parole in 1984 killing

When an English plastic surgeon feels betrayed by a colleague, he decides to settle the score. But when his victim survives a brutal attack, he is arrested and charged with the crime. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the killer surgeon, Peter Brooks. Will this case make you check the locks?

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Plastic Surgeon Sentenced to Life for Attempting to Kill Coworker He Wanted 'Out of the Way'

Plastic surgeon jailed for trying to kill rival doctor after breaking into his home dressed in camo gear & knifing him | The Sun

Plastic surgeon jailed for life over attempted murder of fellow doctor | Nottinghamshire | The Guardian