Crime and Conjure

If you Google America’s first serial killer, it will tell you that a man named H. H. Holmes was the first. However, a few years before Holmes started his murder spree, Austin Texas was plagued by a nightmare of their own. In the span of 1 year, 8 innocent lives were taken by a brutal monster, but few bothered to notice. Even today, the reason you haven’t heard of this case is steeped in a culture of racial ignorance.

Rejection is a powerful force that often strikes fear into many hearts. It can be so daunting that some of us refrain from even asking a simple question, fearing the potential embarrassment it may bring. However, it's important to remember that everyone has the right to decline something or someone without facing repercussions. Sadly, we've witnessed the disturbing reality of women facing verbal or physical attacks for simply rejecting unwanted advances. In extreme cases, rejection has led to loss of life. Today, I'd like to share the story of a young woman whose journey in life was cut short because one person could not accept that she wasn't interested in him.

The Peace Corps is not an organization we often think of as sinister or corrupt, but lurking in the shadows is a troubling reality. Join us as we uncover the chilling details of how Kate Puzey’s harrowing pursuit of justice ended in tragedy.

Bear Brook State Park is the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures and family picnics. But beneath its serene facade lies a mystery that has baffled investigators for years. Today, we're diving into the chilling saga of the Bear Brook Murders, a haunting tale that began with the unsuspecting discovery of two barrels hidden in the woods. As we peel back the layers of this mysterious case, we'll uncover the sinister truth lurking beneath the surface of what was once a serene sanctuary.

Picture for a minute your dream vacation. Maybe it includes wild adventures or serene beaches. We all have that special fantasy we conjure up when a hard day's work gets to be a little too much and we long for a break. One family's dream vacation became a reality but in a single moment it was transformed into a tragic nightmare.

High school is a time of budding relationships, unchaperoned adventures, and the much-anticipated prom night. It's an era where we yearn to live carefree lives with friends and create unforgettable memories. However, today's tale delves into a chilling incident that shattered the dreams of one teenager and extinguished a precious life, casting a shadow over what should have been a joyous occasion.

Investigators often have to make assumptions during an investigation in order to narrow down leads and keep things moving forward. However, making assumptions based on bias, runs the risk of leading the investigation in the wrong direction. This is one of those cases. In fact, if the killer hadn’t tried so hard to misdirect investigators that never even looked in their direction, they probably would have gotten away with the crime altogether.

Ever get that unsettling feeling in parking garages? The one that makes you quicken your pace to your car, glancing over your shoulder, fearing the vulnerability of being alone. If you've ever experienced this, you're not alone. Today, let's delve into the chilling crimes of one man whose actions have etched this fear into the hearts of both women and men alike.