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In March 2011, a gruesome discovery inside a Lululemon store in Bethesda, Maryland shocked the community. Thirty-year-old employee Jayna Murray was found brutally murdered, while her coworker was discovered bound in the back room, claiming to have been attacked by masked intruders.

At first, it looked like a robbery gone horribly wrong. But as investigators examined the crime scene, troubling inconsistencies began to emerge. The story started to unravel, revealing a disturbing truth that ignited the age-old nature vs nurture debate.

In this episode, we break down the timeline of that night, the forensic evidence that exposed the truth and how one of the most shocking workplace murders in recent true crime history was uncovered.

RESOURCES:

'Casefile Podcast': Case 210, Jayna Murray

Lululemon murder trial: Judge rules testimony from employee hearsay (ABC7 News)

New Book Details Reaction From Apple Store Employees During Lululemon Murder (Bethesda Magazine)

Jayna Murray Obituary (Dignity Memorial)

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In 2004, 14-year-old Max DeVries disappeared while on a family vacation in Aruba. What started as a relaxing trip took a tragic turn when Max went jet skiing with a man he had recently met at their resort—and never returned. Hours later, the man came back alone, injured and with a story that raised troubling questions.

Authorities ruled that Max was likely lost at sea, but inconsistencies in police statements and unanswered details have fueled doubt for years. In this episode, we break down the timeline of Max’s final day, the investigation that followed, and the lingering mystery that continues to haunt his family. Was it a tragic accident—or something far more sinister?

Anyone with information about the disappearance of Max Devries, please visit www.maxtothemilions.com.  Also, join the Facebook page Max to the Millions to support the cause of getting this case reopened. 

RESOURCES:

"Never Seen Again" (Paramount Plus):
S5 E1: Max Devries: Nightmare In Paradise P1

S5 E2: Max Devries: Nightmare In Paradise P2

"Still Missing" S6, E5, "The Stuff of Nightmares" (Investigation Discovery)

"Family wonders what happened to missing boy" (The Oakland Press)

"He Vanished While Jet Skiing with Sketchy Man He Met on Vacation: What Happened to Max DeVries?" (Mile Higher Podcast)

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This week, we examine the murders of Brianna Jankauskas and Grace Millane — two women in opposite parts of the world who went on dates with men they met online and never made it home. Tragically, what began as routine first dates quickly turned into criminal investigations and a pursuit of justice for their families. 

We also discuss "Operation Fireball", a terrifying look into a possible human-trafficking tactic that was launched after several women across the US experienced similarly eerie occurrences during a first date from a dating app. 

These three cases reveal how quickly a simple match can turn into something far more dangerous.

RESOURCES:

The CCTV Footage from Grace Millane's Case (YouTube)

"BWBRSA: Operation Fireball" (Crime Junkie Podcast)

‘One step closer to justice’: Kelowna man charged with second degree murder of girlfriend (Global News)

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In February 2008, 24-year-old real estate agent Lindsay Buziak walked into a luxury home showing in Victoria, British Columbia… and never walked out.

What was supposed to be a routine meeting with prospective buyers turned into one of Canada’s most chilling unsolved murders. The couple who requested the showing used fake names, burner phones, and a carefully crafted story to lure Lindsay to the vacant property. Within minutes, she was brutally stabbed. The suspects vanished without a trace.

In this episode, we examine the timeline of that day, the suspicious phone calls leading up to the meeting, the questions surrounding possible motives, and the theories that continue to surround this case. Was it a targeted attack? A calculated execution? Or something far more complex?

More than a decade later, the murder of Lindsay Buziak still haunts her family and the community, as unanswered questions linger and the search for justice continues.

Anyone with information on the case is asked to contact the Saanich Police Department's information line at (250) 475-4356 or toll free at 1-888-980-1919, no matter how small or insignificant you think the tip may be.

RESOURCES:

The Saanich Police Department's Information Page

"Father of murdered Saanich woman continues to march for justice" (Victoria News)

NBC's Dateline, "Dream House Murder" (2010)

"Dateline: Secrets Uncovered" (Oxygen)

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*This episode contains audio clips from real 911 calls and brief mentions of sexual assault that may be disturbing. Listener discretion is strongly advised*

This week, as we mark the fifth anniversary of our very first episode, we examine five deeply distressing 911 calls — harrowing moments captured on tape, and in one case, a moment that led to rescue. 

We begin with the haunting disappearance of Anthonette Cayedito, whose brief and heartbreaking call may have been her only chance of escape. Then, we examine the shocking emergency call connected to serial killer Shawn Grate, where a captive victim risked everything to whisper for help.

Next, we revisit the mysterious 911 call made by Shannan Gilbert, a case that would later expose the horrors tied to the Long Island Serial Killer investigation. We also analyze the frantic and cryptic call from Brandon Lawson, whose words sparked years of debate and chilling theories. Finally, we cover the harrowing abduction of Denise Lee, whose desperate pleas for help reveal how seconds can mean the difference between life and death.

These real emergency recordings provide a sobering look at crises unfolding in real time — and the difficult, lingering questions that remain in some of these cases. 

If you have any information on the Anthonette Cayedito case, please call 1-505-889-1300 or visit Tips.FBI.gov. 

RESOURCES:

Full Audio Clips:
Anthonette Cayedito Full Audio
Shawn Grate Full Audio
Shannan Gilbert Full Audio
Brandon Lawson Audio
Denise Lee Full Audio

Anthonette Cayedito FBI Page
"Man set to be executed for murder of Denise Amber Lee"  (News Article)

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In July 2014, 28-year-old Lars Mittank vanished in one of the strangest missing persons cases ever recorded. While traveling in Bulgaria, Lars stayed behind as his friends returned to Germany—then abruptly fled Varna Airport, leaving behind his luggage, phone, and passport. Security footage captured his final known moments before he disappeared without a trace.

In this episode, we explore the timeline of Lars Mittank’s disappearance, examine chilling CCTV footage, and break down leading theories involving head injury, paranoia, medication, and possible foul play. More than a decade later, the mystery remains unsolved.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Lars Mittank is asked to call +49 1577 8300896, or the local non-emergency police number at 112. Or, email [email protected].

RESOURCES:

CCTV Footage: Lars Mittank's Final Moments

Findet Lars Mittank Facebook Page

"Lars Mittank Was Last Seen Sprinting Toward a Forest 11 Years Ago. Revisit the 'Most Famous Missing Person on YouTube' Case" 

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The Kiara Agnew case is one of the most tragic Canadian true crime stories, involving a Canadian woman killed in Mexico while traveling with her boyfriend. In this episode, we examine what happened to Kiara Agnew at a luxury Mexican resort, where she was killed just hours after arriving, leaving her family in Canada searching for answers.

Using details primarily from a recent W5 episode, "If I'm Ever Found Dead", we break down the Kiara Agnew murder case, the alleged relationship history leading up to her death, the crime scene, and the immediate aftermath — including the trial of the prime suspect: Kiara's boyfriend Ryan Friesen. With many unanswered questions, we explore conflicting accounts and the shocking verdict.

Kiara's murder has deeply divided her family, with some believing Ryan is innocent and others convinced he is guilty. This episode focuses on the unanswered questions, the emotional impact, and the ongoing fight to ensure Kiara's story is heard.

RESOURCES:
W5's Coverage, "If I'm Ever Found Dead"

"Canadian man declared guilty of murdering girlfriend in Mexico, lawyer maintains innocence" (CTV News)

"Silence is Violence - Justice For Kiara" Facebook Page 

"Justice for Kiara: Trevor Agnew" Facebook Page

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In September 2020, 24-year-old Chelsea Poorman went missing from Vancouver, Canada. Last seen in the early morning hours on Granville Street, Chelsea disappeared without a trace. Her family reported her missing two days later, launching a search that would stretch on for nearly nineteen months.

In April 2022, contractors made a shocking discovery: Chelsea’s skeletal remains were found in the backyard of a long-vacant mansion in Vancouver’s Shaughnessy neighbourhood. Police later stated her death was “not suspicious,” suggesting she likely died shortly after her disappearance. But for Chelsea’s family and Indigenous advocates, that conclusion only deepened the mystery. How did Chelsea—who lived with cognitive and mobility challenges—end up behind a locked, abandoned property blocks away from where she was last seen? And how could she have remained undiscovered for so long?

In this episode, we walk through Chelsea Poorman’s disappearance, the controversial investigation that followed, and the unanswered questions that continue to haunt her case—while examining the broader systemic failures surrounding missing Indigenous women in Canada, and the ongoing fight for accountability and justice.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Vancouver Police Department at 604-717-3321. 

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Children 24/7 Support Line: 1-844-413-6649.

RESOURCES:

Bring My Sister Chelsea Home" (Facebook Group)

"Chelsea Poorman's body lay in Shaughnessy for more than a year. But her death was not considered suspicious" (CBC News)

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When the Tromp family abruptly flees their quiet rural home in Australia on August 29, 2016, it sets off one of the most disturbing and perplexing cases the country has ever known. Less than 24 hours later, police receive a chilling late-night call: a young woman has been found barely conscious in the back of a stranger’s truck. She’s nearly catatonic, unable to say who she is or how she got there—until authorities identify her as 29-year-old Riana Tromp. How does someone go from fleeing with her family to being found in that state hundreds of kilometers away just a day later? And where was the rest of her family?

In this episode, we trace the eerie and unsettling timeline of the Tromp family’s disappearance, exploring how fear and paranoia appeared to take hold and drive a series of decisions that defy explanation.

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, help is available. Visit FindaHelpline.com to find relevant resources available in your country. Or, if you're in Canada or the US, dial 988 to reach the 24/7 suicide crisis hotline. 

RESOURCES: 

"Tromp family: The mystery of a tech-free road trip gone wrong" (The BBC) 

"In 2016, the Tromp family fled their home and drove 800km north. We still don't know why" (Mamamia)

"Missing Victorian mother Jacoba Tromp found alive in NSW hospital" (The Sydney Morning Herald)

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In Part Two of our deep dive into Israel Keyes, we examine the abduction and murders of Bill and Lorraine Currier, using their case to better understand the mindset and methods of one of the most calculated serial killers in modern U.S. history. Their murders in Vermont would later become a key piece in unraveling how Keyes selected victims at random, planned his crimes well in advance, and moved undetected across the country.

Beyond the Currier case, this episode focuses on Israel Keyes himself—including some of his chilling confession tapes, and the disturbing control he continued to exert even in custody. We also discuss the questions left behind after Keyes’ ultimate fate and how this may have robbed families and investigators of the full truth about how many victims he really claimed.

RESOURCES:

"New Information Released in Serial Killer Case" (FBI) 

True Crime Bullshit (Full Israel Keyes Series)

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