Random Shot: The Night a Grandfather Disappeared Forever

In a quiet neighborhood, a grandfather stepped out for his nightly walk, only to become the victim of a senseless act of violence. William Canol, a man who had just overcome cancer, was shot and killed without any warning or motive. What led to this tragic event, and how did it take nearly eight years to find justice for a life so abruptly taken?

In this episode, we delve into the shocking case of William Canol, exploring the details surrounding his mysterious murder on June third, 2015. We discuss the circumstances of his life leading up to that fateful night, the random nature of the crime, and the ongoing search for answers. What does this case reveal about the unpredictability of violence in our communities?

Key Data:
Date: June 3, 2015
Location: Loveland, Colorado
Victim: William Canol
Weapon: 12-gauge shotgun
Incident: Two shootings within ten minutes, one fatal

- William Canol was 65 years old and had just completed chemotherapy.
- He was shot at close range while walking less than a mile from his home.
- The same weapon was used in two shootings that night, one of which left a survivor.
- William was described by friends and family as a protector and the glue of his family.
- Four other shootings from that summer remain unsolved to this day.

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Mom Lets Stranger Take Her Daughter and Never Sees Her Again

In a split second, a mother’s trust turned into a nightmare when a stranger at Walmart promised her daughter a simple meal. Cherish Periwinkle, just eight years old, walked away with a man who had a dark past hidden behind a friendly facade. How did a mother’s desperate need for help lead to such a tragic outcome?

In this episode, we analyze the chilling case of Cherish Periwinkle, who vanished after her mother allowed her to go with a man claiming to take her for dinner. We delve into the events of that fateful night in Jacksonville, Florida, exploring the missed opportunities and systemic failures that allowed this tragedy to unfold. What could have been done differently to protect Cherish?

Key Data:
Date: June 21, 2013
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Person: Cherish Periwinkle
Person: Rain Periwinkle
Criminal: Donald James Smith
Topic: Child abduction

- Cherish was supposed to fly to California the next day to visit her father.
- Donald Smith was a registered sex offender with a history of offenses involving children.
- The McDonald's inside the Walmart had been closed for hours when Cherish left with Smith.
- Rain Periwinkle called 911 approximately 30 minutes after Cherish was taken.
- The Amber Alert was not issued until more than six hours after the abduction.

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Messages from the Grave: The Chilling Case of Elaine O'Hara

In a case that chills to the bone, a woman received a text message with precise instructions that would lead to her disappearance. When her car was found abandoned, it became clear that the sender had orchestrated a sinister plan, detailing how the scene would unfold. Who was behind these messages, and what truly happened to Elaine O'Hara?

In this episode, we delve into the haunting story of Elaine O'Hara, a childcare assistant whose life took a dark turn after receiving a series of controlling messages. We explore the investigation that uncovered a hidden relationship and the shocking details that emerged, leaving us to ponder the chilling question: who sent the messages that led her to her fate?

Key Data:
Date: August 22, 2012
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Victim: Elaine O'Hara
Age: 36
Occupation: Childcare assistant
Key Evidence: Messages from a master phone detailing the planned outcome of her disappearance.

- Elaine O'Hara was last seen on August 22, 2012, after a visit with her father.
- Her car was found near Vartry Reservoir, with her iPhone inside.
- Investigators discovered items in her apartment suggesting a secret life, including a diary linked to an adult BDSM website.
- Human skeletal remains were found on August 21, 2013, in the Dublin Mountains.
- The investigation revealed a power-based relationship through messages exchanged between two unregistered phones.

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The chilling truth behind Yingying Jang's disappearance revealed.

A young scholar missed her bus by seconds and ended up at a corner where a stranger in a black Saturn Astra was already circling the block. She hesitated, then got in. She was seven thousand miles from home, running late, and the driver said he was a police officer. How many warnings did the system receive before she ever reached that curb?

In this episode, we analyze the abduction and murder of Yingying Jang at the University of Illinois. We examine the circling car, the DNA in the killer's apartment, the girlfriend who secretly recorded his confession, and the violent thoughts he had disclosed to a counselor weeks earlier. When a man announces what he is capable of, who is responsible for what happens next?

Victim: Yingying Jang
Age: 26 years old
Date: June 9, 2017
Location: Urbana-Champaign, Illinois
Perpetrator: Brent Christensen
Outcome: Convicted in federal court

- Yingying Jang, a 26-year-old Chinese visiting scholar, missed her bus and accepted a ride in a black Saturn Astra in Urbana-Champaign on June 9, 2017.
- The driver, Brent Christensen, lured her in by posing as a police officer, and she was never seen again outside security footage.
- DNA in his apartment matched Yingying, and his girlfriend secretly recorded nine conversations in which he described killing her.
- Christensen had disclosed violent thoughts to a university counselor weeks earlier, and Yingying's body was never recovered.
- He was convicted in federal court; his claim of a "thirteenth victim" was never corroborated, and her family turned their grief into a memorial fund for international students.

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Father Sleeps in Tent as Gunman Fires at His Daughters

In the early hours of June 22, 2018, a family camping trip turned into a nightmare when a gunman opened fire on a tent, leaving a father dead beside his two young daughters. As the chaos unfolded, a chilling 911 call captured the heart-wrenching cries of a child repeating one word: "Daddy." What led to this tragic event, and who failed to act before the shots were fired?

In this episode, we delve into the harrowing story of Tristan Thomas Boddet, a devoted father and accomplished scientist whose life was cut short in a seemingly safe environment. We explore the events leading up to the shooting, the aftermath, and the questions that linger about the safety of public spaces. What could have been done differently to prevent this tragedy?

Key Data:
Person: Tristan Thomas Boddet
Date: June 22, 2018
Location: Malibu Creek State Park, California
Age: 35
Occupation: Research Scientist
Event: Shooting incident during family camping trip

- Tristan Boddet was a class valedictorian and earned a doctorate in chemistry from UC Berkeley.
- He was camping with his two daughters, ages two and four, when he was shot.
- Multiple shots were fired into his tent at 4:44 AM.
- A nearby camper made a 911 call, whispering to avoid alerting the shooter.
- The shooter was later apprehended and sentenced to 119 years in prison.

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Trusting the Wrong Person: The Tragic Case of Elena Erdle

In the quiet of a summer night, a five-year-old girl was tucked into bed, safe under her favorite blanket, only to vanish before dawn. The man who took her was a trusted family friend, someone who had shared meals and laughter with her parents. How could the person they considered safe become the greatest danger their child would ever face?

In this episode, we delve into the heartbreaking case of Elena Erdle, who was taken from her home in Watkins, Minnesota, in the early hours of August 20, 2016. We explore the chilling details of her disappearance, the trust placed in her abductor, and the harrowing aftermath that followed. What truly happened in those fateful hours?

Key Data:
Date: August 20, 2016
Location: Watkins, Minnesota
Person: Elena Erdle
Person: Zachary Todd Anderson
Event: Disappearance of Elena Erdle

- Elena Erdle was five years old when she was abducted from her home.
- The man who took her, Zachary Todd Anderson, was a trusted family friend.
- Elena was last seen tucked in with her favorite Elsa blanket from Frozen.
- Anderson had spent the previous evening drinking at a bar with Elena's father.
- An Amber Alert was issued shortly after her disappearance, leading to a swift investigation.

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The Night an Unlocked Door Became a Death Sentence

A 19-year-old fell asleep on a couch four feet from a glass door that was never locked — and someone already knew it. Her phone, shoes, and purse were left behind; she was gone. The man who took her had already attacked two other women near the same campus, yet he was free because the system had never taken his DNA. How does one procedural gap become a death sentence?

In this episode, we analyze the abduction and murder of Brianna Dennison in Reno and the failure that let her killer stay free. We examine the unlocked door, the DNA that matched earlier attacks but no name, the felony arrest that never triggered a sample, and the mother who turned her grief into law. When the tools to catch a predator exist but go unused, who is accountable?

Victim: Brianna Dennison
Age: 19 years old
Date: January 20, 2008
Location: Reno, Nevada
Perpetrator: James Michael Beer
Outcome: Convicted of murder; sentenced to death

- Brianna Dennison, 19, was taken from a couch beside an unlocked glass door while staying at a friend's house in Reno on January 20, 2008.
- She left behind her phone, shoes, and purse; she had been strangled inside the house, and her body was found 26 days later in a culvert.
- DNA from the scene matched two earlier attacks near the university campus but returned no name from any database.
- James Michael Beer had been arrested for felony domestic violence, which did not require a DNA sample under Nevada law at the time, so he was never in the system.
- Investigators identified him through his young son's DNA; he was convicted and sentenced to death, and the case led to "Brianna's Law" requiring DNA on all felony arrests.

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The chilling truth behind Woodland Drive's deadly night.

What would you do if you were trapped in your own home, held captive by an unknown assailant? On May 13, 2015, a seemingly ordinary pizza delivery turned into a nightmare for the Sopouloolis family. As they faced nineteen hours of terror, one question lingered: what really happened that night on Woodland Drive?

In this episode, we delve into the harrowing events surrounding the Sopouloolis family's captivity and the tragic aftermath that followed. We explore the lives of Savas, Amy, and their son Philillip, uncovering the details that led to that fateful night. What secrets remain hidden in the shadows of this chilling case?

Date: May 13, 2015
Person: Amy Sopouloolis, Savas Sopouloolis, Philillip Sopouloolis, Vera Figueroa
Location: Woodland Drive, Washington, DC
Event: Captivity and fire incident.

- The Sopouloolis family was held captive for nineteen hours before a fire broke out in their home.
- Amy Sopouloolis placed a Domino's pizza order just before the situation escalated.
- Philillip, their ten-year-old son, was home recovering from a concussion, which kept him from school.
- Vera Figueroa, the housekeeper, was also taken hostage during the incident.
- A $25,000 reward remains unclaimed, as questions about the case linger a decade later.

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Mother Reports Her Son Missing — Then Police Find His Head

In a shocking turn of events, a mother’s plea for help leads to a gruesome discovery. Just days after reporting her son missing, police uncover a human head on a rural road, revealing a dark and twisted tale of mental illness, family struggles, and a tragic end. What really happened to Ramsay Scrievo on that fateful night?

In this episode, we delve into the harrowing story of Ramsay Scrievo, a man battling severe mental health issues and the aftermath of his father's death. We explore the events leading up to his disappearance, the complexities of his relationship with his mother, and the chilling details that emerged during the investigation. How did a routine search for a missing person turn into a nightmare?

Key Data:
Date: January 30, 2014
Location: Sinclair Shores, Michigan
Person: Ramsay Scrievo
Topic: Mental illness, disappearance, homicide investigation
Event: Discovery of human remains

- Ramsay Scrievo was reported missing by his mother, Donna, on January 27, 2014, after he left to buy cigarettes.
- Just three days later, a human head was found on a rural road, identified as Ramsay's.
- Ramsay had a history of mental illness, including psychosis, depression, and paranoia.
- He was living under his mother's guardianship and had no stable employment at the time of his disappearance.
- Investigators found a power saw, clothing, and a prescription bottle with one pill left, linked to Donna.

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Roommate Searches for Her Body Before She Is Even Reported Missing

In a quiet apartment in Orange, California, a missing pillowcase becomes the first unsettling clue in the mysterious disappearance of Marabel Ramos. Everything else in her home was in place, yet the absence of this ordinary item hints at a darker reality. What happened in those hours before she was reported missing, and how could a seemingly normal life unravel so quickly?

In this episode, we delve into the perplexing case of Marabel Ramos, an Army veteran whose life was cut short just weeks before graduation. We explore her relationships, her struggles, and the chilling moments leading up to her disappearance. What secrets lie behind the closed doors of her apartment, and what does her story reveal about the people she trusted?

Key Data:
Person: Marabel Ramos
Date: May 2, 2013
Location: Orange, California
Age: 36
Occupation: Army veteran, student
Key Event: Disappearance

- Marabel was weeks away from graduating college and had plans to work for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- She had a roommate, Quang Chol Joy, who reported her missing just hours after she vanished.
- Marabel had previously called 911 expressing discomfort with her roommate and fear for her safety.
- Her dog was found in the apartment, and there were no signs of struggle or forced entry.
- The investigation revealed a series of unusual circumstances surrounding her disappearance.

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