This year, in June, rumors of a serial killer in Portland made national headlines. Initially claimed there was no connection between the victims. But now it seems their story has changed. Was the communities concern valid? And what happens now that the suspect is behind bars for a different crime? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss more breaking news out of Oregon. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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A timeline of what we know about the connected deaths of 4 women around Portland

Deaths of 4 women around Portland linked to person of interest, detectives say

Law Enforcement Officials Suspect a Multnomah County Man Released Early From Prison Is a Serial Killer

‘It’s crazy out there’: The reasons behind Oregon’s deepening drug crisis - OPB

After 6 women found dead, Portland officials warn against serial killer speculation - ABC News

Body of Milwaukie woman found in Polk County; sheriff investigating

Potential Portland 'serial killer' victim Charity Perry’s heartbreaking last interaction with mom before dire phone call | The US Sun

Portland police deny "online rumors" linking six deaths to serial killer - CBS News

Missing Oregon mom of 3 Joanna Speaks found dead outside barn

Portland serial killer fears: Dozens of missing women, girls raise ‘red flag,’ cold-case expert says | Fox News

Investigators searched Milwaukie apartment where Jesse Calhoun lived with girlfriend - oregonlive.com

Girlfriend of Man Linked to Deaths of 4 Women in Oregon Says He Knew at Least Two of the Victims | The Daily Chronicle

A young couple moves into their first home together. But their domestic dream is shattered when the man returns from work to find his girlfriend murdered in their basement. While having no leads at first, determined detectives refuse to let it go. And years later, a suspect slowly begins to come into focus. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the 1978 murder of Karla Brown. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Forensic Files - Season 4, Episode 8 - Body of Evidence - Full Episode

People v. Prante, 147 Ill. App. 3d 1039 | Casetext Search + Citator

Karla Brown Murder: Where is John Prante Now?

Killer of Roxana Cheerleader Charged With Driving Under The Influence | RiverBender.com

Truth in Sentencing in State Prisons

An Ohio lawman arrives home to find his wife has been sexually assaulted and murdered. Fear grips a quiet community, afraid a killer is walking among them. And as the police track down every possible lead, an unlikely arrest may lead them to someone closer than they think. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Vickie Barton. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Jim Barton – Forensic Files Now.

BARTON v. WARDEN SOUTHERN OHIO CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (2015) | FindLaw

https://www.daytondailynews.com/news/jim-barton-timeline-murder-case/np0LY6PUdMGUJJSXYRjrvL/

In March 2000, police discovered a gruesome scene in New South Wales, Australia. The body of a man had been skinned and decapitated in his own home. And little did authorities know, the killer had a hunger for something much darker. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the Australian cannibal, Katerine Mary Knight. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Katherine Mary Knight: Australia's Hanna Lecter -- The Crime Library

Katherine Knight | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers

https://allthatsinteresting.com/katherine-knight

When the police find that money from an alleged mail theft ended up in the bank account of Sandra Mitteness, they immediately want to speak with her. But red flags are raised when her son informs authorities that Sandra has passed away. As the police dive deeper into the woman's death, more questions arise. And could a son's love for his mother's money hold the answers? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss breaking news out of Wisconsin. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Minn. man allegedly killed, dismembered 82-year-old mother after spending all of her money | Truecrimedaily.com

Burnsville man accused of killing, dismembering mother; charged with 2nd-degree murder

In the 1970s, in a small New Jersey town, a young man executed his entire family as they slept. While he initially confesses, his story begins to change over time. What could cause someone to be so brutal towards their family? And what role did a military school play? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the family annihilator, Harry De La Roche Jr. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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De La Roche Found Guilty in Killing Of Family and Given Life Sentence - The New York Times

De La Roche's ‘Confession’ - The New York Times

Harry: A Communication Breakdown on Vimeo

HARRY DE LA ROCHE v. NEW JERSEY STATE PAROLE BOARD

A new romance spoils when a woman stabs her boyfriend to death, seemingly out of nowhere. Questions swirl around the motive and cause. But could a bad reaction to a recreational drug be at fault? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to cover a developing story out of California, the murder of Chad O'Melia. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Audiologist charged with murder

Roommate recalls Memorial Day slaying

Meeting Chad O’Melia

Thousand Oaks police arrest girlfriend in Memorial Day stabbing of man - ABC7 Los Angeles

Spejcher pleads not guilty in stabbing death of her boyfriend

When an 11-year-old boy disappears with his karate instructor, his family is devastated. But what his father learns upon his return will shake the man to his core. And a plan for revenge is put into motion. Will the community rally behind him? And could a violent act turn an ordinary man into a folk hero? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the kidnapping of Jody Plauche and the revenge of his father, Gary.

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What Price Vengeance?A Louisiana Town Weighs the Issue In Slaying of Accused Kidnaper - The Washington Post

About Me – Jody Plauche

A father's justice - ESPN

https://allthatsinteresting.com/gary-plauche

Gary Plauche, Baton Rouge man who killed son’s accused molester, dies at 68 | News | theadvocate.com

Man opens up about moment his dad shot dead paedophile who abused him - NZ Herald

Father Who Killed Alleged Abuser on TV Avoids Jail - Los Angeles Times

https://allthatsinteresting.com/jeff-doucet

Gary Plauche Shoots Son's Kidnapper In Airport

When three elderly victims are murdered in one home, the community is shocked. Was the crime completely random? And will a neighbor's security camera lead to an arrest? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to cover breaking news out of Newton, Ma. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Questions swirl around man arrested in killing 97-year-old woman and couple on their 50th wedding anniversary - ABC News

Newton couple, elderly mother murdered in home remembered as 'salt of the earth' - CBS Boston

In San Francisco, a 36-year-old woman is discovered murdered inside her apartment. The police track down leads, but each seems to point to a dead end. Questions linger. Who would want the woman dead? And could a childhood tie hold the answer? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Lisa Valdez. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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People v. Hughes | A149792 | Cal. Ct. App. | Judgment | Law | CaseMine

Woman Found Murdered in Her Apartment (S2, E2) | Cold Case Files | Full Episode

S.F. man arrested in 1998 Lisa Valdez slaying

Arrest Made In 1998 San Francisco Cold Case Murder

Lisa Valdez Murder: Where is Anthony Hughes Now?