Crime, Cults, & Coffee

What became a case of whodunit, also came with the question “who was the victim & who was the criminal”? Ken McElroy was known as “the town bully”, although it went WAY further than that. In 1981, the townspeople of Skidmore, Missouri had finally had enough. Fearful and feeling the justice system had failed them… they decided to face their problem head-on.

This week we welcome back Crime, Cults, & Coffee’s resident medium— Laura Cifaldi. Many of you may remember her from previous episodes, in which she connected with loved ones from a few cases we had covered. In this episode, she will be connecting with Blake Chappell— diving into a reading with Blake’s mom, Melissa. If you want to acquaint or reacquaint yourself with Blake’s story prior to this episode, you can go back and listen to Episode 96 of our podcast.

Thank you so much to Melissa for being so beyond open during this process with Laura. You’re such an incredible person. We admire you & are so lucky to know you! We can’t wait for the day that there is #JusticeforBlake ❤️

If you have any information regarding the murder of Blake Chappell:

— Contact CrimeStoppers of Greater Atlanta at (404) 577-TIPS (8477)

— OR the Newnan Police Department's Tip Line at (770) 254-2350

— Send your tip in an email to [email protected]

Info for our Medium Laura:

Facebook— Laura Cifaldi: New Jersey Medium

Instagram— @laura_cifaldi

Website— http://lauracifaldinewjerseymedium.com/

Paranormal experiences, cryptids, unsolved mysteries. Hudson Valley, New York is known to be a hub for many things. Between 1982-1986 it added manyyyy UFO sightings to the list. Listen in this week as we share some details about what was seen, as well as a handful of eyewitness experiences. Like one observer had stated, you too might leave saying “Whoa! Wait a minute here”…

What would you do if your loved one left the house & just completely vanished into thin air? In July 2012, Luke Stout’s family faced just that. When he didn’t return as planned, Luke’s mom and brothers sprang into action … looking for anything to tell them where he was. 10 years have passed and Luke is still missing.

If you have any information regarding this case please contact:

— WV state police at 304-473-4200

— Anonymous tip line: 304-473-1001

— Case #: 3220-14004

— Submit an anonymous tip at www.wvsp.gov

In 2006, Ashley Reeves disappeared from what was supposed to be a simple night of set plans. When she did not return, she was immediately reported missing by her family. What was to come was expected by no one. Listen in to hear a story of horror, strength, & badassery. This episode also includes some listener stories of our own.

This week we were forced to stray against our typical procedure for covering a case. This episode is saturated with pieces of the perp and the pure evil that grew within her. A chameleon of sorts- she blended, shifted, & morphed into what was needed to complete her crimes, until she was ultimately caught. Living proof that you can’t always judge a book by its cover. Most importantly though— we want to honor the lives taken, especially since media coverage did not sway towards the victims’ backgrounds in this case. Rest in Peace Everson Gillmouth, Ruth Munroe, Leona Carpenter, Alvaro “Bert” Gonzales Montoya, Dorothy Miller, Benjamin Fink, James Gallop, Vera Faye Martin, and Betty Palmer. You deserved love & care in this life & we hope you’ve found it in your next. ❤️

In 2004, Halloween turned tragic when 2 brutal murders shocked the city of Napa. Adriane Insogna and Leslie Mazarra were taken from the lives that they had started for themselves. Before that night, the safe community hadn’t dealt with a homicide in years. They were left with devastation and the constant fear of who did it and why. Was it a neighbor, a friend, a stranger… & why?

First of all- HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! 🎃

Brynne and Kelsey delve into the historical info and hauntings of 4 spooky locations, that were chosen unbeknownst to the other. Listen to this episode for stories about “The Morris-Jumel Mansion”, “The Liar’s Club”, “The Iroquois/Oriental Theater”, and “The Casa Monica Hotel”. These all come with some intense backstories and hauntings. 👻

Also a friendly reminder about 2 Halloween treats 🍬 — New merch is out NOW & our Spooky Giveaway ends midnight (EST) on Halloween!

Halloween Night, 1957. The doorbell rang. Trick or Treat? Peter Fabiano answered the door, not knowing that it was the worst kind of trick he could have ever imagined. A plot so wicked, that only someone full of evil could have been behind it. But who was this mastermind… & why was Peter the target?

Many (if not most) of you have heard of the Salem Witch Trials… but have you heard about the Copenhagen Witch Trials, or the witch hunts in Scotland? Listen in as we brief you on parts of those horrors, as well as delve into the story of Agnes Sampson. If her name sounds familiar, you’ll soon find out why. If not— you’ll soon learn the terror she went through in the late 1500’s and MUST remember her name. Agnes was a powerful woman and holds that power to this day!