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Lizzie Borden: The Axe Murder That Still Haunts Fall River

On the morning of August 4, 1892, the quiet town of Fall River, Massachusetts, became the backdrop for one of the most infamous unsolved murders in American history. Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally hacked to death in their own home, their skulls shattered by multiple blows from a hatchet. Suspicion quickly fell on Andrew’s youngest daughter, Lizzie Borden—a respectable, church-going woman whose name would become synonymous with cold-blooded murder.

Lizzie Borden took an axe,
And gave her mother forty whacks.
When she saw what she had done,
She gave her father forty-one

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Lizzie Borden: The Axe Murder That Still Haunts Fall River

On the morning of August 4, 1892, the quiet town of Fall River, Massachusetts, became the backdrop for one of the most infamous unsolved murders in American history. Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally hacked to death in their own home, their skulls shattered by multiple blows from a hatchet. Suspicion quickly fell on Andrew’s youngest daughter, Lizzie Borden—a respectable, church-going woman whose name would become synonymous with cold-blooded murder.

Lizzie Borden took an axe,
And gave her mother forty whacks.
When she saw what she had done,
She gave her father forty-one

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The Mysterious Disappearance and Death of Tom Brown: A Texas Mystery That Won’t Rest. Part 2 

On the night of November 23, 2016, in the small town of Canadian, Texas, 18-year-old Thomas Brown vanished without a trace. What should have been a quiet Thanksgiving Eve quickly spiraled into one of the most confounding mysteries in Texas true crime history. 

Now that his remains have been recovered, there are even more questions than answers. Was it a homicide? Was it a suicide?

The case has spawned years of speculation, accusations, and investigations—yet to this day, one undeniable fact remains: someone is lying about what happened to Tom Brown.

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The Mysterious Disappearance and Death of Tom Brown: A Texas Mystery that Won't Rest.

Unravel the Unsolved Mystery of Tom Brown in this gripping True Crime Podcast episode. On November 23, 2016, 18-year-old Thomas Brown vanished from Canadian Texas, a quiet Texas Panhandle town in Hemphill County. His remains were later found near Lake Marvin in 2019, sparking theories of Suicide Or Murder and allegations of a cover up. Join us as we investigate the Tom Brown Case, scrutinize Sheriff Nathan Lewis, and follow private investigator Philip Klein’s quest for answers. From Small Town Secrets to Teen Disappearance, this Texas Crime story leaves more questions than answers. Tune in for the latest on this haunting Cold Case and discover What Happened To Tom Brown in CanadianTX. True Crime. UnsolvedCases. and JusticeForTom.

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Murder in Bel-Air: The Scorned Lover and the Houseboy

If there’s one thing Hollywood socialites should know by now, it’s that mixing business with pleasure—especially when it involves a live-in employee—is a recipe for disaster. Unfortunately, Norma Thompson McCauley, a wealthy Bel-Air divorcee, learned this lesson the hard way. And by hard way, we mean stabbed and strangled to death by her former houseboy-turned-lover, John Russell Crooker, Jr., in July of 1955.

Norma was the kind of woman who knew how to live well. With the lush backdrop of Bel-Air as her playground, she enjoyed the finer things in life, including a houseboy who quickly became much more than just a helping hand. Enter John Crooker, a 30-year-old man in law school at UCLA, who was supposed to be dusting chandeliers and pouring cocktails—not plotting murder. But once Norma tired of their affair and sent him packing, Crooker proved that hell hath no fury like a jilted domestic servant.

On the night of July 4, 1955, Crooker let himself into Norma’s swanky estate, and hid in a closet until she came home from a party. When John knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that Norma was cutting him loose, their conversation escalated, and soon, Norma lay dead in her home, the victim of a scorned lover’s blind rage. Crooker, however, didn’t get far. It turns out the Bel-Air elite came to Norma’s defense, saying she’d told them that Crooker said he would kill her if she broke it off. Within days, he was in cuffs.

The prosecution had a smoking gun in the form of Crooker’s signed confession—one that he later claimed was coerced by the LAPD, an argument that wasn’t exactly unheard of in the 1950s. Regardless, the jury didn’t buy it. Crooker was convicted and sentenced to die in California’s gas chamber. Case closed, right? Not so fast.

Enter Judge Stanley Mosk, the man who presided over Crooker’s trial. Mosk, apparently struck by a bout of judicial guilt, later admitted he regretted allowing the confession as evidence. Years later, when Mosk climbed the political ladder to become California’s Attorney General, he personally petitioned the governor to commute Crooker’s death sentence to life without parole.

And because the universe loves irony, years after that, the very same governor decided that even life without parole was too harsh. So in 1972, after serving 17 years at San Quentin, John Russell Crooker, Jr. walked out of prison—alive, breathing, and free.

So, what’s the moral of the story? For one, if you’re a high-society socialite with a penchant for hiring your lovers, maybe draft an airtight NDA (or at least a solid security plan). And if you’re a judge with a conscience, be careful what you regret—because one moment of hesitation can turn a gas chamber sentence into a second chance at life.

As for Crooker? He died in Oregon in 1992—twenty years after his release. 

Don’t miss this week’s episode filled with WW2 ex-husbands, adult bed-wetters and enough scandal in 1955 California to fill years of newspaper articles.

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In this gripping episode of Hitched 2 Homicide, we unravel one of Virginia’s most shocking murder-for-hire cases—the chilling story of Teresa Lewis.

When Teresa married Julian Lewis, a recent widower mourning the loss of his wife of nearly 30 years, it seemed like a second chance at happiness. Julian, vulnerable from his loss, was caring for his three grown children: Jason, serving in the Navy; Kathy, who had moved home to support him; and C.J. Lewis, a promising 25-year-old Army Reservist.

But behind closed doors, Teresa’s true intentions were far from loving. Motivated by greed and driven by the promise of a $250,000 life insurance payout, she manipulated two young men—Matthew Shallenberger and Rodney Fuller—using seduction and the lure of wealth to convince them to commit murder.

On October 30, 2002, a night meant for rest became a scene of horror as Julian and C.J. were gunned down in their own home. What initially seemed like a home invasion quickly unraveled into a chilling murder-for-hire plot masterminded by Teresa herself.

As investigators dug deeper, the truth revealed betrayal, manipulation, and cold-blooded greed. While Shallenberger and Fuller received life without parole, Teresa was sentenced to death by lethal injection—becoming the first woman executed in Virginia since 1912.

But was Teresa truly aware of her actions? With an IQ of 72, questions about her mental capacity ignited national debate. Was she a calculating mastermind—or a vulnerable woman with diminished intellectual ability, manipulated by those she believed she controlled?

Join us as we explore the dark depths of greed, betrayal, and the controversial execution that made headlines across the nation.

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Trigger Warning: This episode of HITCHED 2 HOMICIDE discusses themes of murder, suicide, and domestic violence. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by dialing 988 or visiting 988lifeline.org. There is always someone ready to listen.

On April 23, 2018, an affluent neighborhood in Radnor Township, Pennsylvania, became the backdrop for a chilling crime that stunned the nation. Jennair Gerardot, a woman deeply scorned by betrayal, meticulously planned and executed the murder of Meredith Chapman, the woman with whom her husband, Mark Gerardot, was having an affair. After carrying out the act, Jennair turned the gun on herself. The case sent shockwaves across the country, serving as a cautionary tale of how jealousy and heartbreak can drive a person to extreme actions. 

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In the winter of 1950, a dramatic and tragic tale of love, betrayal, and death unfolded in the quiet town of Hutchinson, Minnesota. At the center of it all was 23-year-old Laura Safford Miller, a young woman whose name would soon be splashed across headlines in a case that captivated the state. Was she a scorned lover pushed to the edge, or an unfortunate victim of circumstance? The truth remains elusive.

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The Unsolved Mystery of Jeanette DePalma: Why Her Death Should Be Reopened
In 1972, the lifeless body of 16-year-old Jeanette DePalma was discovered on a cliff in Springfield, New Jersey known as the Devil's Teeth. Found after a local dog returned home with a decomposed forearm, her death has remained one of the most chilling mysteries of Union County. Declared a "suspicious death," the case has sparked widespread speculation of cult rituals, satanic panic, and foul play. Yet, despite decades of whispers and mounting evidence suggesting homicide, Jeanette’s death remains unsolved. It’s time to revisit her case with the tools of modern forensic science and the urgency that justice demands.

Call to Action
As true crime enthusiasts and advocates for justice, we must lend our voices to Jeanette’s story. Go to Justice for Jeannette. https://justiceforjeannette.com/ OR https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-jeannette-depalma-change-her-death-from-a-suspicious-death-to-a-homicide to sign the petition for Jeanette's case to be changed from suspicious death to homicide in order for it to be reopened.

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The Butcher, Baker, and Nightmare Maker of Alaska: The Chilling Case of Robert Hansen Part Two of Two
For over a decade, the frozen wilderness of Alaska served as the haunting backdrop to one of the most sinister crime sprees in modern history. Robert Hansen, infamously dubbed the "Butcher Baker," lived a double life as a mild-mannered baker and a sadistic predator. Between 1971 and 1983, Hansen raped 30 and murdered at least 17 women, forever etching his name in the annals of true crime infamy.

The Early Years of a Predator
Born in Estherville, Iowa, in 1939, Hansen endured a turbulent childhood marked by severe acne and a debilitating stutter. These insecurities led to social isolation, breeding resentment toward women who, he claimed, ridiculed and rejected him. As a young adult, he found solace in two things: hunting and his deepening fantasies of dominance and revenge.

From Baker to Monster
Hansen moved to Anchorage, Alaska, in the late 1960s, where he established himself as a successful baker and a family man. Beneath the façade, however, lurked a methodical killer. Hansen would frequent Anchorage’s red-light district, luring sex workers and exotic dancers with promises of money or gifts. Once they were in his control, he subjected them to unspeakable acts of violence.

The Hunting Ground
Hansen’s modus operandi was as chilling as it was unique. After abducting his victims, he would fly them in his private plane to remote locations in the Alaskan wilderness. There, he would set them loose, only to hunt them down like animals. Armed with a rifle and a twisted sense of superiority, Hansen turned the vast, snow-covered terrain into his personal killing field.

The Victims
Though Hansen’s confirmed victims numbered 17, authorities believe the true toll may be much higher. These women were often marginalized individuals—runaways, sex workers, and dancers—whose disappearances were tragically overlooked by society. Their bodies, some found years later, bore the horrifying evidence of Hansen’s sadistic games.

The Fall of the Butcher Baker
Hansen’s reign of terror came to an end in 1983, thanks to the courage of Cindy Paulson, an 18-year-old sex worker who managed to escape his clutches. Paulson’s harrowing account of her abduction and assault gave investigators the breakthrough they needed. A search of Hansen’s home revealed an arsenal of weapons, as well as a hidden map marked with the burial sites of his victims.

Justice Served
In a dramatic courtroom revelation, Hansen confessed to the murders to avoid the death penalty. He was convicted of four murders but admitted to 17, and was sentenced to 461 years plus life in prison without the possibility of parole. He died in prison in 2014 at the age of 75.

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