When patients undergoing egg retrieval procedures at the prestigious Yale Fertility Clinic experienced excruciating, unbearable pain, no one suspected that a trusted nurse was behind their agony. This is the case of Donna Monticone. Struggling with severe stress and a past addiction to pain medication, Donna began stealing fentanyl intended for patients and replacing it with saline solution. While patients suffered through agonizing medical procedures without proper anesthesia, Donna went to extreme lengths to hide her addiction. In this episode, we unpack the shocking investigation, the legal fallout, the emotional courtroom testimonies from victims, and the complex debate surrounding addiction, medical ethics, and justice.

When Joleen Cummings suddenly vanished after her shift at a local hair salon, investigators uncovered a perplexing web of deceit. The primary suspect, a coworker going by the name "Jennifer Cybert," turned out to be Kimberly Kessler—a fugitive living under a stolen identity for over two decades. In this episode of Women & Crime, hosts Meghan Sacks and Amy Shlosberg dive deep into the chilling investigation, the overwhelming evidence despite no body being found, Kimberly Kessler's erratic courtroom behavior, and the legal theories behind this disturbing case. Tune in as we analyze the criminal mind, the justice system's process, and the tragic loss of Joleen Cummings.