Crime Notice

Dirty John


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Debra Newell thought she’d finally found her soulmate — handsome, successful, and saying all the right things. But when a guy’s nickname is Dirty John, you can probably guess it’s not going to end with roses and candlelight. This is the story of love bombing gone nuclear… and the terrifying truth behind the man in the scrubs.

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Sources

  • Christopher Goffard, Dirty John (Los Angeles Times Podcast & Articles, 2017).
    The original six-part podcast and accompanying investigative articles that broke the case wide open.
  • Los Angeles Times, “Dirty John: Love, Lies and Death” (2017).
    The written series by Christopher Goffard published alongside the podcast.
  • Court and Police Records (California, 1990s–2016).
    Arrest reports, restraining orders, and case filings connected to John Meehan.
  • Interviews with Debra Newell and Terra Newell.
    Multiple interviews, including appearances on Dateline NBC and various podcasts, where both Debra and Terra recount their experiences.
  • Dateline NBC, “Dirty John” Episode (2018).
    An in-depth televised special covering the events, including first-hand accounts from Debra and Terra.
  • Bravo/Netflix Series Dirty John (2018).
    Scripted dramatization starring Connie Britton and Eric Bana, based on Christopher Goffard’s reporting.
  • People Magazine & Oxygen True Crime Articles (2017–2019).
    Coverage of the case, aftermath, and Terra’s public speaking about survival and PTSD.
  • Interviews with Tonia Sells (John Meehan’s first wife).
    Available through Dirty John podcast and follow-up reporting, detailing her discovery of John’s drug addiction and double life.

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