In 2004, 18-year-old Brittany Phillips was found murdered in her Tulsa, Oklahoma apartment—just three weeks into her freshman year of college. Despite multiple suspects, dozens of DNA samples, and her mother’s relentless search for justice, her case remains unsolved.

In Part Two of this heartbreaking and confounding story, Carolyn and Branden trace the twists and dead ends that have haunted investigators for two decades. We examine the key suspects, the controversial DNA evidence, and the emotional toll the case has taken on Brittany’s mother, Maggie, who has spent years traveling the country in search of answers.

Why hasn’t Brittany’s killer been caught? What went wrong in the investigation? And is there still hope for justice?

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Carolyn and Branden discuss the episode.

In this episode, we delve into the haunting case of Brittany Phillips, an 18-year-old college student from Tulsa, Oklahoma, whose life was tragically cut short in September 2004. Despite extensive investigations and numerous leads, her murder remains unsolved after two decades.

Key Discussion Points:

    •    The Crime: Brittany was found raped and strangled in her apartment on September 30, 2004, after being unreachable for several days. The investigation revealed DNA evidence at the scene, but it has yet to yield a match.⁠newson6.com+2Unsolved Mysteries+2The US Sun+2⁠ (https://unsolved.com/podcasts/a-life-cut-short/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)⁠kfor.com+1Unsolved Mysteries+1⁠ (https://kfor.com/news/police-dna-found-not-connected-to-cold-case-murder/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

    •    The Mother's Fight for Justice: Her mother, Dr. Maggie Zingman, has embarked on a relentless journey across the United States in her "Caravan to Catch a Killer," driving over 300,000 miles to raise awareness and gather tips.She continues to advocate for justice, even as the case remains cold.

    •    New Developments: A birthday card postmarked two days after Brittany's presumed death has emerged, potentially altering the timeline of events and suggesting the killer may have attempted to confuse investigators. 

    •    The Role of Genetic Genealogy: Investigators are exploring genetic genealogy as a potential breakthrough, analyzing DNA found under Brittany's fingernails in hopes of identifying a suspect. 

Join us as we explore the complexities of this case, the tireless efforts of a mother seeking justice, and the ongoing search for answers.

Resources:

    •    If you have any information regarding Brittany Phillips' murder, please contact the Tulsa Police Department Homicide Unit at 918-596-9135.

    •    You can also submit tips via email at ⁠[email protected]⁠.

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In this episode, we delve into the haunting case of Brittany Phillips, an 18-year-old college student from Tulsa, Oklahoma, whose life was tragically cut short in September 2004. Despite extensive investigations and numerous leads, her murder remains unsolved after two decades.

Key Discussion Points:

The Crime: Brittany was found raped and strangled in her apartment on September 30, 2004, after being unreachable for several days. The investigation revealed DNA evidence at the scene, but it has yet to yield a match.newson6.com+2Unsolved Mysteries+2The US Sun+2kfor.com+1Unsolved Mysteries+1

The Mother's Fight for Justice: Her mother, Dr. Maggie Zingman, has embarked on a relentless journey across the United States in her "Caravan to Catch a Killer," driving over 300,000 miles to raise awareness and gather tips.She continues to advocate for justice, even as the case remains cold.

New Developments: A birthday card postmarked two days after Brittany's presumed death has emerged, potentially altering the timeline of events and suggesting the killer may have attempted to confuse investigators. 

The Role of Genetic Genealogy: Investigators are exploring genetic genealogy as a potential breakthrough, analyzing DNA found under Brittany's fingernails in hopes of identifying a suspect. 

Join us as we explore the complexities of this case, the tireless efforts of a mother seeking justice, and the ongoing search for answers.

Resources:

If you have any information regarding Brittany Phillips' murder, please contact the Tulsa Police Department Homicide Unit at 918-596-9135.

You can also submit tips via email at [email protected].

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Carolyn and Branden discuss the episode.

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Carolyn sits down with medical examiner Barbara Butcher for an in-depth conversation about the aftermath of 9/11, the Mole People of New York, putting her life back together after a spiritual crisis, and how honesty is the most important aspect of her job.

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Carolyn and Branden discuss the episode.

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In the thrilling the conclusion we learn who the Friday Night Robber was, how he evaded the police for so long and the genius behind his methods.

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Carolyn and Branden discuss the episode.

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A string of bank robberies spanning more than decade, a random discovery in the woods and a dedicated FBI agent all come together to create a truly fantastic story of luck, perseverance and old fashioned police work.

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Carolyn and Branden discuss the episode.

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