Cold Case Unsealed

Cold Case Unsealed

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Cold Case Unsealed episodes

  • Strange Emails Lead To Arrest In Cold Case Murder Of Alaskan Native Woman
    The episode details the investigation into the 2000 cold-case murder of Genevieve Tetpon, an Alaska Native mother who was found stabbed to death in Anchorage. For over a decade, the case remained unsolved until a diligent detective re-examined evidence found near the body, specifically printed emails and household documents. Although investigators initially dismissed these papers as old trash, the discovery of date discrepancies eventually linked the crime to a man named Derrick Torian. After DNA evidence confirmed his involvement, Torian was arrested in 2011 and later pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2013. The narrative emphasizes the persistence of law enforcement and the broader systemic crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in Alaska. Ultimately, the story highlights how meticulous attention to detail and forensic advancements can finally bring closure to grieving families.

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    44 min
  • Arrest made in 1987 cold case of 20-year-old Jacksonville woman
    This episode documents the resolution of a 39-year-old cold case involving the brutal 1987 murder of Melissa “Missy” Taylor Ellison in Jacksonville, Florida. After decades of investigative stagnation, a significant breakthrough occurred in July 2026 when 70-year-old Gary Edward Glowacz was arrested following his own surprise phone call to authorities. The narrative highlights the victim’s life as a dedicated young mother and the persistent advocacy of her family, who partnered with organizations like Project: Cold Case to keep the investigation active. It emphasizes how a combination of modern media appeals, law enforcement dedication, and the suspect's eventual confession finally brought closure to a grieving family. Ultimately, the source serves as a poignant testament to the power of long-term justice and the enduring impact of a life lost to senseless violence.

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    35 min
  • Murder of six remains a cold case 114 years later in Colorado Springs
    The episode details the unsolved 1911 axe murders of the Burnham and Wayne families in Colorado Springs, a tragedy that claimed the lives of six people, including three children. Despite investigations by local law enforcement and private detective agencies, no one was ever brought to justice for the brutal slayings. Modern researchers suggest these crimes may have been the work of a transient serial killer who traveled by train, potentially linking the case to similar massacres across the Midwest and West. Key evidence at the scene, such as the covering of the victims and the absence of robbery, supports theories of an itinerant predator like Paul Mueller. Although more than a century has passed and the original homes are gone, the case remains a disturbing fixture of Colorado history. Today, the mystery persists through forensic analysis and true-crime literature, which continue to seek answers for one of the city's oldest cold cases.

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    41 min
  • Cold Case Solved - 92-Year-Old Convicted After 58 Years
    This source details the resolution of one of the UK's most enduring cold cases, the 1967 murder and rape of 75-year-old Louisa Dunn. After nearly six decades, modern forensic technology allowed investigators to extract a DNA profile from the victim's clothing, leading them to 92-year-old Ryland Headley. Though the original 1960s manhunt and an extensive palm print operation failed, this new evidence finally linked the crime to Headley, who had a history of similar attacks against elderly women. The narrative explores the profound emotional impact on the victim's surviving granddaughter and the persistence of the police in seeking justice across generations. Ultimately, the account highlights how scientific advancement and legal determination ensured a violent criminal could not escape accountability, despite the passage of fifty-eight years.






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    46 min
  • 25 Notorious Cases From Alaska the Last Frontier
    The episode recounts a series of notorious crimes that have occurred across the vast landscape of Alaska, highlighting a violent crime rate that frequently exceeds the national average. It details the chilling actions of serial killers like Robert Hansen and Israel Keys, while also documenting cold cases that were finally resolved decades later through modern DNA technology. Beyond individual murders, the source examines the impact of organized crime, including large-scale drug trafficking rings and the presence of violent prison gangs. The narrative also explores unexplained disappearances and aviation mysteries, such as the 1972 vanishing of two U.S. congressmen. Ultimately, these accounts serve to illustrate a darker side of the state's history, contrasting its natural beauty with a legacy of tragedy and lawlessness. This overview emphasizes the persistent efforts of law enforcement and families to seek justice and closure for victims in the Last Frontier.

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    55 min
  • Cold Case at Forest Fair - The 28th Anniversary of Erin Marie Gilbert’s Disappearance
    This episode details the enduring mystery of Erin Marie Gilbert, a young woman who vanished during the 1995 Girdwood Forest Fair in Alaska. While on a first date, her companion claimed their car broke down, and he allegedly returned from seeking help to find she had disappeared without a trace. Despite extensive searches through the rugged Alaskan wilderness and decades of investigation, authorities have found no physical evidence, crime scene, or remains. The narrative emphasizes the persistent advocacy of Erin’s sister, Stephanie Juarez, who has spent over thirty years keeping the case in the public eye through social media and rewards. Though the date's inconsistent story has drawn suspicion, the lack of biological evidence or witnesses leaves the case classified as missing rather than a homicide. Ultimately, the source serves as both a somber historical account and a plea for information to resolve one of Alaska's most haunting cold cases.

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    33 min
  • The Monster Next Door: The Cold Case of Sherry Joe Elliot
    This episode details the forty-year investigation into the 1983 abduction, assault, and murder of sixteen-year-old Sherry Joe Elliott. For decades, the case remained cold despite thousands of tips and the wrongful suspicion of the victim's stepfather. The breakthrough eventually came through advanced forensic genetic genealogy conducted by Othram Studios, which linked DNA evidence to a man named Ronnie Collins. Although the suspect committed suicide before he could be questioned, modern testing confirmed his guilt beyond a shadow of a doubt. The narrative emphasizes the emotional toll on the grieving family and the power of new technology to provide answers in long-dormant cases. Ultimately, the sources highlight how a seemingly ordinary citizen was able to hide a monstrous secret for nearly half a century.

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    35 min
  • Indiana State Police Identify Killer in 30-Year-Old Cold Case: The Murder of Angela Saco
    After nearly thirty years, the Indiana State Police used forensic genetic genealogy to identify the killer of Angela Saco, a young mother murdered in 1997. Although investigators originally interviewed scores of people, the case remained cold until DNA technology linked the crime scene evidence to Stephen L. Shlater. Shlater, a local man with a prior federal conviction, died in 2021, meaning he can no longer face criminal prosecution for the fatal stabbing. This breakthrough offers a degree of closure to Saco’s family, who long sought answers regarding her disappearance from a Fort Wayne club. The resolution highlights how modern science and the meticulous preservation of old evidence can eventually solve historic cold cases. Under the direction of a specialized Cold Case Unit, this investigation demonstrates the powerful impact of genetic database research on the pursuit of justice.

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    43 min
  • What happened to Diane? Police look to public for help in solving Nashville cold case
    These sources document the tragic life and posthumous identification of Diane Minor, a former Nashville country singer and television personality found murdered in the Cumberland River in 1998. For over two decades, she was known only as "Leo Jane Doe" due to a distinctive zodiac pendant she wore and the fact that no one reported her missing. Through advanced genetic genealogy and the work of the DNA Doe Project, investigators finally restored her name in 2024. The episode highlights her transition from a rising star in the 1960s to a cafe manager before her mysterious disappearance. Currently, the Metro Nashville Police Department is utilizing this new information to seek public assistance in identifying a male person of interest and solving her cold case homicide. Ultimately, the narrative serves as both a tribute to a woman once forgotten and a plea for justice through modern forensic science.



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    39 min
  • Kentucky cold case solved after 27 years, linked to suspected serial killer
    The episode details the forensic breakthrough that resolved the 1998 murder of Linda Rutledge in Lexington, Kentucky, after twenty-seven years. Investigators utilized advanced DNA analysis and the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network to link the crime to Robert Eugene Brashers, a deceased serial killer. This connection was established by matching a shell casing from the Kentucky scene to the infamous 1991 "Yogurt Shop Murders" in Austin, Texas. Brashers, who died by suicide in 1999, is now tied to at least eight homicides across multiple states. The sources highlight how modern science and inter-agency cooperation can provide closure to families in long-dormant cases. Ultimately, the narrative emphasizes the persistence of law enforcement and the evolving power of genetic genealogy in identifying violent predators posthumously.

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    34 min

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Cold Case Unsealed is a gripping true crime podcast that reopens forgotten investigations, unsolved murders, and mysterious disappearances that never received the answers they deserved. Each episode…