Cold Case Unsealed

Cold Case Unsealed

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Cold Case Unsealed episodes

  • Hamden Police Resolve Two Cold Case Homicides
    Authorities in Hamden, Connecticut, recently announced the arrest of two suspects linked to separate unsolved homicides from several years ago. The first case involves Brian Backman, who faces charges for the 2020 fatal shooting of Kaymar Tanner following an extensive investigation into gang-related violence. In the second case, Curtis Cole was apprehended for the 2021 killing of Jonquay Morrison near a local motorcycle club. Both breakthroughs were achieved through the collaborative efforts of local detectives and federal law enforcement agencies. These arrests address long-standing violent crimes by bringing suspected perpetrators into the legal system after years of investigation. The report highlights how inter-agency cooperation eventually led to federal indictments for these cold cases.

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    18 min
  • Justice Delayed: The Chaplin Cold Case Arrest
    Following a twelve-year investigation, Connecticut authorities have arrested Matthew Vining for the 2012 cold case murder of Michael Mitchell. The victim was discovered with fatal stab wounds outside a home in Chaplin, where a second victim also suffered serious injuries but managed to survive. This legal breakthrough resulted from a collaborative effort between local police, state investigators, and the FBI. Law enforcement utilized modern DNA analysis, cell phone tracking, and surveillance footage to finally link the suspect to the crime scene. Vining is currently being held on a multimillion-dollar bond as he awaits further court proceedings this fall. This report highlights the persistent work of specialized cold case units in bringing resolution to long-unsolved violent crimes.

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    25 min
  • New Lead in 1992 Tammy Zywicki Cold Case Murder
    This episode reports on a new investigative lead regarding the unsolved 1992 murder of college student Tammy Zywicki, who vanished after her vehicle stalled on an Illinois interstate. Authorities have identified Theresa Belenske as a person of interest who may have been accompanying an unidentified truck driver seen near the crime scene decades ago. Although Belenske is now deceased, investigators are seeking public assistance to uncover her past connections and travel history during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The report also reflects on the tragic history of the case, detailing how the victim’s body was eventually discovered in Missouri following a extensive search. Despite several past suspects being dismissed due to insufficient evidence, police and family members remain committed to finding the killer through modern technology and community outreach.

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    22 min
  • Solving the 2010 Cold Case Homicide of Philip DiMartino
    This official news release from the San Francisco Police Department details a plea for public assistance regarding the unsolved 2010 homicide of Philip DiMartino. The victim, described as a vibrant and intelligent 36-year-old, was discovered fatally stabbed in his Herman Street residence after missing work. Investigators are tracing his final movements at local bars in the Castro district and exploring his use of online dating platforms to identify potential suspects. A touching statement from the family highlights the emotional toll of the loss while urging anyone with even minor details to come forward. The Cold Case Unit provides several anonymous tip lines and contact methods, hoping that new information will finally bring justice and closure after sixteen years.



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    24 min
  • Hidden in Plain Sight: The Science of Cold Cases
    This episode examine how modern forensics and persistent investigation can solve long-dormant homicides and assaults. The text details the identification of Doris Mloud, a victim whose pimp was ultimately convicted after a child’s testimony and gang records linked him to the crime. Another segment highlights the use of luminol and ground-penetrating radar to locate the hidden remains of Pearl Bruns in her own basement, leading to her husband's arrest. The power of DNA databases is also showcased through the capture of serial rapist Lester Don Parks in Texas. Additionally, the accounts describe how superglue fuming and ballistics analysis secured convictions in the decades-old murders of Beverly Eller and Juliet Row. Collectively, these narratives illustrate how scientific advancements like fingerprint technology and genetic profiling act as an equalizer against the passage of time.

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    39 min
  • 10 Notorious Pennsylvania Cold Cases
    This episode highlights ten unresolved homicide investigations across Pennsylvania, spanning from the late 1960s to the recent past. The article explores a variety of mysterious fatalities, including the famous stabbing of a student at a university library and more recent disappearances involving hidden remains. It addresses the investigative hurdles posed by a lack of modern technology in older cases while noting that racial inequities often affect which crimes are successfully cleared. By recounting these specific tragedies, the episode underscores the enduring emotional toll on the families of the victims. Ultimately, the collection serves as a public plea for new leads and information that might finally bring justice to these long-standing cold cases.

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    30 min
  • Shattered Dreams: Three Unsolved University Murders
    The episode recounts the tragic and unresolved murders of three female university students. It begins with the 2007 case of Kelly Nolan, who vanished after a night out in Madison and was later found dead from blunt force trauma. The narrative then transitions to the 1987 slaying of Dana Bailey, a student who was found bound and stabbed in her apartment after being stalked from a nearby building. Finally, the source details the 1992 abduction and murder of Tammy Zawiki, whose body was discovered 500 miles from her broken-down vehicle with unique circular stab wounds. Each segment highlights key evidence, potential suspects, and the investigative hurdles that have kept these cases cold for decades. By sharing these stories, the source aims to generate new leads and keep the memories of these young women alive in the public consciousness.

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    33 min
  • The Huntington Beach Jane Doe
    In 1968, the discovery of a murdered woman in a Huntington Beach oil field sparked a mystery that remained frozen for over five decades. The victim, initially known only as Jane Doe, was found with no identification and few clues, leading investigators to preserve evidence for a future they hoped would include better technology. This case was eventually cracked using investigative genetic genealogy, a modern tool that leverages public DNA databases to build family trees. Through this process, authorities identified Johnny Chrisco as the killer by matching DNA from a decades-old medical biopsy. Simultaneously, the technique revealed the victim’s true identity as Anita Piteau, a young woman from Maine who had gone missing after traveling to California. After 52 years of uncertainty, the resolution allowed Piteau’s family to finally bring her remains home for a proper burial.

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    34 min
  • Metro Nashville Detectives Reopen 1969 Cold Case Involving 12-Year-Old Girl
    Law enforcement officials in Nashville have officially reopened a cold case involving the 1969 homicide of a twelve-year-old girl. To advance the investigation, authorities recently exhumed the victim's remains to conduct a modern forensic review. This effort by the Cold Case Unit aims to utilize contemporary technology to solve a crime that has remained a mystery for over five decades. Additionally, the report touches on other regional crime news, including a fatal shooting of a teenager and a legal indictment in a separate violent incident. By revisiting physical evidence from the past, detectives hope to finally provide justice and closure for a decades-old tragedy.

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    25 min
  • The 1977 Tacoma Cold Case of William Church Jr.
    This episode examines the cold case of William "Bill" Church Jr., a 20-year-old who went missing from Tacoma in 1977. Although skeletal remains were discovered in the decades following his disappearance, he was only identified in 2024 through advanced genetic genealogy. Following this identification, medical examiners determined that Church was a homicide victim who had been shot. Investigators are now focused on locating a woman named Mary, who was the victim's fiancée and the last person to see him alive. Authorities also believe there may be a living child who is unaware of their father's fate. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department is currently requesting public assistance to generate new leads and finally identify a suspect in this nearly 50-year-old mystery.

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    23 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…