Two Oklahoma residents, Paul Grice and Cora Twombly—members of the fringe group God’s Misfits—are cooperating with authorities in a disturbing murder case involving the March 2024 killings of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley. Testimony reveals that the victims were lured to a trailer under false pretenses and murdered in a religiously motivated plot led by Tifany Adams, the children’s grandmother, amid a custody dispute. Grice admitted Adams asked him to kill Butler and used Bible verses to justify the act, while Twombly described her role in destroying evidence. The women’s bodies were later found in an underground freezer, and both defendants now face lengthy sentences under plea deals as the case heads toward trial.

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Funeral Home Owner Sentenced to 60 Years for Killing Pallbearer at Child’s Burial

A Maryland funeral home owner has been sentenced to prison for fatally shooting a pallbearer during the burial of a 10-year-old girl killed by a stray bullet in Washington, D.C.

Wilson Wesley Chavis, 50, the owner of Compassion and Serenity Funeral Home, was convicted in February for the June 6, 2023 killing of 30-year-old Ronald Steven Banks. Banks, a family friend of the young victim, Arianna Miracle Davis, was helping carry her casket at the time of the incident. On Friday, a judge sentenced Chavis to 60 years in prison, with 25 years to be served and the remainder suspended.

Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy called the sentencing “a clear and unequivocal message that we will not tolerate this kind of violence in our community.”

The shooting occurred just before the burial began. According to police and court records, Chavis confronted two individuals associated with a rival funeral home—part of an ongoing business dispute. Witnesses say Chavis shouted profanities at a pastor and others at the graveside. When Chavis shoved the pastor, several attendees intervened, including Banks. Chavis then pulled out a handgun and shot Banks, who later died at a hospital. Another mourner was grazed by a bullet.

Arianna’s mother, Antionette Belk, expressed her heartbreak in an interview with NBC Washington, saying, "I'm so traumatized that this happened at my daughter's burial site. I didn't even get to lay her down, even to put her in the ground, and another incident happened," she said. "This is so traumatizing to me, my children, my whole family. It's trauma after trauma."

Belk, a teacher and mother of four, said Chavis also shouted, “I own this body!” and spit on the pastor before fleeing the scene. He was stopped shortly afterward by a Morningside Police officer. Chavis later claimed he acted in self-defense.

At the time of the shooting, Chavis had an active temporary peace order against him from the president of the rival funeral home due to alleged threats.

He was convicted of second-degree murder, use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence, and reckless endangerment.

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California Mom Charged After Toddler Dies in Hot Car During Cosmetic Procedure

A 20-year-old California woman is facing serious charges after allegedly leaving her two young sons in a hot car while she underwent a cosmetic procedure — an act that resulted in the death of her 1-year-old son.

Maya Hernandez pleaded not guilty on July 1 to one count of manslaughter and two counts of willful cruelty to a child. She remains in custody at the Kern County Jail, with her bail set at over $1 million.

According to court documents and police reports, Hernandez brought her sons — a 2-year-old and a 1-year-old Amillio — to a medical spa in Bakersfield on June 29 for a scheduled lip-filler procedure. That morning, she had called the spa to ask if her children could wait inside with her. A staff member reportedly responded, “Sure, if you don’t mind them waiting in the waiting room, hun,” according to local outlet KERO.

Despite being allowed to bring them in, Hernandez left the boys locked in her 2022 Toyota Corolla hybrid, strapped in their car seats, while outside temperatures reached 101 degrees. Police say the vehicle was left running with the air conditioning on, but the car — designed to automatically shut off after about an hour — turned off during her absence.

The procedure itself should have taken 15 to 20 minutes, but staff told police Hernandez was away from the vehicle for about two and a half hours. During that time, she did not check on her children once, according to police.

When she returned to her car at approximately 4:30 p.m., she found Amillio unresponsive, foaming at the mouth, and having a seizure. Employees of the spa rushed out to assist and brought the 2-year-old inside to cool him down. Emergency responders arrived at 4:45 p.m. Amillio’s body temperature was recorded at 107 degrees, and he was pronounced dead at 5:48 p.m. His older brother was hospitalized and later placed into child protective custody.

Police estimate the boys were without air conditioning in the hot car for at least an hour and a half.

During her police interview, Hernandez admitted she knew leaving the children in the car was irresponsible. The criminal complaint states she said she thought about it when she exited the car but had no justification for her actions.

A GoFundMe page revealed that the boys' father is currently incarcerated, and he learned of his son’s death through a jail chaplain, according to KFSN.

Hernandez is scheduled to return to court for a preliminary hearing on July 14.

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Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.

    

 This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.

    

 Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.

 Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.

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In this episode, we take you deep inside the strange and secretive life of Barry Morphew between the collapse of the first murder case—and the shocking return of criminal charges in 2025.

After prosecutors dropped the original charges in 2022 due to evidence handling failures, Barry Morphew didn't stay in Colorado to rebuild his name. Instead, he disappeared—600 miles away to Cave Creek, Arizona, where he adopted fake names like “Bruce” and “Lee,” lived in a trailer, and kept a low profile. Locals never suspected they were sharing a beer with a man once accused of killing his wife. That all changed when Suzanne Morphew’s remains were accidentally found in 2023—dumped in a remote location known as “the Boneyard.” Forensic testing uncovered a disturbing detail: her bones contained traces of a potent animal tranquilizer cocktail, the same mix Barry was legally allowed to use on wildlife. That bombshell, plus a reexamination of digital forensics, led to a grand jury indictment in 2025. Now, Barry is back in Colorado custody, facing first-degree murder charges—again. His civil lawsuit for $15 million? On pause. His daughters? Still standing by him. But the prosecution isn’t pulling punches this time, armed with stronger forensic evidence and no shortage of questions about why Barry lied about who he was and where he’d been. Was he a wrongfully accused husband trying to start fresh? Or a man biding his time, hoping his past would stay buried? This episode unpacks it all—with forensic details, legal twists, and the uncomfortable truth about what happens when justice delays, but doesn’t forget. #BarryMorphew #TrueCrimePodcast #SuzanneMorphew #ColdCaseUpdate #GrandJuryIndictment #ForensicEvidence #ColoradoCrime #MurderCharges #CrimeAnalysis #JusticeForSuzanne 

 

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The James Craig Case - 5 Shocking Truths Of Alleged Killer Dentist

James Craig was a respected Colorado dentist, a family man, and a churchgoing father of six. But in March 2023, his wife Angela Craig was rushed to the hospital with mysterious symptoms. Three days later, she was dead—and James Craig was under arrest for her murder.

In this gripping episode, we unpack the bizarre and disturbing case of James Craig, who is accused of poisoning his wife with arsenic and potassium cyanide… delivered through her protein shake. Investigators say he Googled “how much arsenic to kill a human,” ordered the poison to his office, and tried multiple times to finish the job—even while she was hospitalized. All while allegedly maintaining a secret affair with a Texas orthodontist.

But the chaos didn’t stop with the arrest.

Craig’s murder trial has been delayed repeatedly due to courtroom absurdities, including a defense attorney quitting the night before trial—claiming Craig asked him to do something illegal—and another lawyer getting arrested for arson. Yes, really.

Even more shocking? Prosecutors allege that while in jail, Craig attempted to orchestrate a murder-for-hire plot against the lead detective—and tried to plant fake suicide letters to bolster his defense.

With jury selection now underway in July 2025, this may be one of the most outrageous true crime stories in recent history.

Join us as we explore the twisted details of the case, the evidence, the attempted cover-ups, and what this trial means for justice and trust in the people closest to us.

If you thought suburban life was safe, think again.

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Gilgo Beach Trial Showdown: DNA Bombshell Looms in Rex Heuermann Case

The Rex Heuermann case is barreling toward a major inflection point—and July 17 might just decide everything.

In this episode, we break down exactly what’s about to go down in court, where the accused Gilgo Beach serial killer faces a pivotal Frye hearing on the admissibility of the prosecution’s DNA evidence. The stakes? Nothing less than the forensic backbone of the entire case.

At issue is the use of cutting-edge whole genome sequencing, a method prosecutors say conclusively links hair found on victims to Heuermann and his family. The defense is calling it “magic,” arguing it’s too new and untested for New York courts. If the judge agrees, Heuermann could dodge one of the strongest scientific ties between him and the seven women he’s accused of murdering. But if the evidence is allowed? Heuermann's defense may be toast.

We also explore what else could emerge at the hearing: will more victims be linked? Will previously unseen digital evidence surface from the arsenal of hard drives seized from Heuermann’s home? And how will the court rule on whether the case should be split into multiple trials—or proceed as one massive, media-saturated showdown?

Beyond the courtroom, the investigation is still active. With four Gilgo-area victims not yet tied to Heuermann, and rumors of out-of-state connections under review, this story is far from over.

We break it all down in plain English—with sharp insight, no fluff, and just enough sarcasm to keep the horror digestible. The courtroom may be dry, but this case? Anything but.

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Donna Adelson: Inside the New Evidence That Could Seal Her Fate 

What does a Boca Raton grandma, an undercover FBI sting, a murder-for-hire plot, and a one-way ticket to Vietnam have in common? One name: Donna Adelson. In this in-depth breakdown, we follow the trail of evidence prosecutors say links Donna to the 2014 killing of her ex-son-in-law, Florida State law professor Dan Markel.

This isn’t just a story of family dysfunction—it’s a forensic, digital, and financial autopsy of a conspiracy that took nine years to build and is now coming to a boiling point in a Florida courtroom. We lay out every major piece of evidence the prosecution will use: from the bombshell jail phone calls, to Luis Rivera’s testimony about “the lady” ordering the hit, to Katherine Magbanua’s claim that Donna hand-delivered a moldy envelope full of cash to Charlie the night of the murder.

We break down the flurry of phone calls between co-conspirators, the Lexus bought with blood money, the call logs and financial spikes that map out the plot like a blueprint, and yes—Donna’s attempted flight to a non-extradition country with her husband just days after her son was convicted.

This isn’t speculation. This is the receipts. And in this episode, we walk you through how they all add up—to a conspiracy prosecutors say Donna Adelson helped fund, plan, and cover up.

If you're looking for a true crime case where the evidence tells the story... this is the one.

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Get The Money, Run & Find Redemption - What Drove Joe Loya To Rob Banks

Before he was a Hollywood consultant, acclaimed author, and father—Joe Loya was one of the most dangerous bank robbers in California history. In this gripping episode, we sit down with the man who once outsmarted the FBI with disguises, body doubles, and adrenaline-fueled getaways, to unpack the real story behind his transformation.  What turned a Bible-preaching boy into a violent outlaw? Why did he stab his own father—and how did that act shape everything that followed? Joe opens up about the toxic masculinity, rage, and childhood trauma that led him into a life of crime. But this isn’t just a heist story—it’s a brutal, raw, and at times redemptive dive into the mind of a man who had to be broken before he could rebuild.  We also dig into his new podcast,

Get the Money and Run, where Joe tells his story like no one else can—firsthand, unflinching, and full of hard-won truth. From solitary confinement to screenwriting in Hollywood (Baby Driver, Taken), Joe’s journey is unlike anything you've heard before.  If you've ever wondered what drives someone to rob 30+ banks—or how a man can claw his way back from the darkest parts of himself—don’t miss this episode.

Subscribe and hit play now. This one sticks with you.  #TrueCrime #BankRobber #JoeLoya #GetTheMoneyAndRun #CriminalRedemption #HiddenKillers #TraumaToTransformation #FBI #HeistStory #ToxicMasculinity #TrueCrimePodcast

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-2025 Half Year in Review 

This 4th of July 2025 flashback weekend, we're looking back at the biggest stories we've covered so far this year in our 2025 Half Year in Review. Welcome to "The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news. This is not your average news recap—with the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Throughout the past year, we've followed and dissected cases such as P. Diddy, the Delphi Murders, Bryan Kohberger, Rex Heuermann, Lori Daybell, and the Adelson family. Each episode navigates through these stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.

 

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