Cold Case Unsealed

Cold Case Unsealed

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Cold Case Unsealed episodes

  • After 45 years, the Murderer of Krisann Baxter is Identified
    The episode details the successful resolution of a forty-five-year-old cold case involving the 1978 murder and sexual assault of sixteen-year-old Krisann Baxter in Spokane, Washington. Through a partnership between the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office and the private laboratory Othram, investigators utilized advanced genomic sequencing and forensic genealogy to identify the suspect as Keith D. Lindblom. Although the case remained unsolved for decades due to the limitations of early forensic technology, modern DNA analysis of crime scene evidence and comparison with samples from the suspect's living descendants finally confirmed his identity. Because Lindblom died in an accidental fire in 1981, the authorities have officially closed the investigation with exceptional circumstances. This overview highlights how modern science and persistent law enforcement efforts can provide long-awaited answers to the families of victims in even the most ancient cases.

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    23 min
  • New Video Released In 2018 Phoenix Cold Case
    This collection of local reports from an Arizona news outlet covers several significant legal and environmental developments affecting the state. Key stories include the release of new footage in a 2018 cold case murder and the exoneration of Governor Katie Hobbs following a two-year bribery investigation. The text also highlights a severe water crisis, detailing substantial cuts to Arizona's Colorado River allocation that will impact local municipalities. Furthermore, the reports document disturbing criminal allegations, such as an ongoing manhunt for a murder suspect and the discovery of hidden cameras in an elementary school. Together, these updates provide a comprehensive look at current events ranging from public safety issues to critical infrastructure challenges in the Southwest.

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    27 min
  • Texas Rangers Seek Tips in 1997 Brent Gutheinz Murder
    The Texas Department of Public Safety is requesting the public's assistance to resolve the 1997 cold case murder of Brent Alan Gutheinz, a college student whose body was discovered in Grayson County. Authorities have increased the cash reward to $6,000 for any information that leads to an arrest in this nearly thirty-year-old investigation. Before his death, the victim had accumulated significant debt from high-end purchases, a factor that investigators believe may be linked to his disappearance and subsequent killing. To modernize the search for the perpetrator, the Texas Rangers and local sheriff’s deputies are pursuing advanced forensic testing and seeking new leads regarding the victim's financial dealings. Individuals with relevant knowledge are encouraged to submit tips through Texas Crime Stoppers to help bring closure to the case. This effort is part of a broader statewide program designed to spotlight unsolved violent crimes and generate fresh investigative momentum.



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    21 min
  • 81-Year-Old Confesses to German Cold Case Murder of US Tourist in 1994
    An 81-year-old man recently confessed to the 1994 murder of a young American tourist, Amy Lopez, during his trial in Koblenz, Germany. The victim was killed more than three decades ago while visiting a historic fortress, but the case remained unsolved until modern DNA forensic techniques linked skin fragments from her clothing to the defendant. Authorities finally identified the suspect, referred to as Hans S, after he provided a voluntary saliva sample during a recent cold-case investigation. The defendant, who was already a convicted sex offender, admitted to the fatal stabbing through his legal counsel, potentially bringing an end to a mystery that has spanned nearly 32 years. A final verdict in the case is anticipated early next month as the court concludes its judicial proceedings.

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    31 min
  • Oklahoma’s New Path to Justice for Cold Cases
    Governor Kevin Stitt recently signed Senate Bill 1636 into law, establishing a structured framework for revisiting cold cases across Oklahoma. This legislative action was partially motivated by the notorious unsolved murders of two young women at the State Fair nearly four decades ago. The new regulations grant grieving relatives the power to request official re-investigations conducted by personnel who were not involved in the original inquiries. Law enforcement agencies will now operate under strict deadlines to provide responses and must utilize modern forensic technology and updated interviewing techniques. By mandating regular communication with families, the law aims to provide closure and accountability for approximately 1,000 outstanding cases. This statewide effort seeks to enhance public safety by ensuring that long-dormant violent crimes receive fresh scrutiny from investigators.

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    25 min
  • Who killed Tupac? What to know about the trial of Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis
    Nearly thirty years after the death of Tupac Shakur, former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis is facing trial for his alleged role in the 1996 Las Vegas homicide. Prosecutors contend that while Davis did not fire the weapon, he orchestrated the attack by providing the firearm as retaliation for a fight involving his nephew. The legal proceedings largely stem from Davis’s own public admissions found in his 2019 memoir and various media interviews. This trial marks the first time someone has been prosecuted for the iconic rapper's murder. Legal experts expect the case to hinge on whether the jury views Davis’s previous detailed confessions as factual or as fabricated storytelling. The outcome could finally resolve one of the most famous unsolved mysteries in the history of the music industry.

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    24 min
  • Michigan 1987 Cold Case Solved — Only a Monster Would Do This
    The episode details the extraordinary resolution of a 35-year-old cold case involving the 1987 murder of Roxanne Wood in Niles, Michigan. For decades, investigators wrongfully suspected her husband, Terry Wood, until advancements in forensic genetic genealogy and the efforts of university students transformed the investigation. By analyzing a microscopic DNA sample, researchers identified Patrick Gillum, a man with a prior history of violence who lived just miles from the crime scene. An undercover operation involving a discarded cigarette butt eventually provided the conclusive DNA match needed to secure his arrest. In 2022, Gillum was sentenced to prison, finally exonerating the victim's husband and bringing long-awaited closure to the Wood family.

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    59 min
  • New York 1964 Cold Case Solved - A DNA Match Led Police to a Grave
    Law enforcement officials in Elmira, New York, recently announced the resolution of the 1964 cold case murder of 12-year-old Mary Teresa Simpson. Although the original investigation generated a 6,000-page file, the suspect, Alfred Raymond Murray Jr., was never interviewed and remained entirely unknown to police for decades. Investigators eventually utilized modern genetic genealogy to bridge the gap, using a tiny DNA sample from the victim's clothing to identify Murray’s living relatives. To confirm the match, authorities exhumed Murray’s remains in 2025, as he had died in 2004 without ever facing charges for the crime. This breakthrough provided long-awaited answers for the victim’s surviving sister and officially closed a case that had remained a mystery for nearly 62 years.






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    25 min
  • Colorado 1984 Bennett Family Massacre Cold Case SOLVED
    This source details the resolution of the 1984 Bennett family massacre, a cold case from Aurora, Colorado, that remained unsolved for nearly four decades. The narrative centers on the brutal hammer attacks that claimed the lives of Bruce, Deborah, and Melissa Bennett, leaving only three-year-old Vanessa as a critically injured survivor. For years, the investigation stalled until advanced DNA profiling eventually linked the crime scene evidence to a similar murder and a specific genetic profile. The breakthrough occurred in 2018 when a database match identified Alex Ewing, an inmate already serving a lengthy sentence in Nevada for separate violent offenses. Following a 2021 trial, Ewing was convicted on multiple murder counts and received consecutive life sentences, providing a sense of legal closure for the surviving family members. The account emphasizes the evolution of forensic science and the enduring psychological impact the tragedy had on the lone survivor and her relatives.

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    44 min
  • Footprints in the Snow: The Murder of Christopher Green
    This episode details the brutal 2002 murder of 19-year-old Christopher Green, who was found beaten and stabbed in a rural Michigan ditch. Early investigations considered several neighbors as potential suspects, including a local man with a grudge and a couple who fled the area. Although the case initially went cold due to a lack of physical evidence, it was reopened years later by a specialized team utilizing modern forensic shoe-print databases. This breakthrough, combined with a covert wiretap operation involving the killer's half-brother, led to a definitive confession. Ultimately, Ray Barry was convicted of first-degree murder, motivated by a violent romantic jealousy. The narrative highlights the profound emotional toll on the Green family and the persistent police work required to achieve justice.

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    47 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…