In this episode, Gretch and Tab discuss a chilling story about a man named John Chapman. They start in Chinchula, Alabama, introducing the rural town and the kind Bentley family who took in John. 

However, John's dark side emerges as he struggles with meth addiction and exhibits disturbing behavior. The story takes a dark turn when a neighbor, Lisa, is found murdered in a suspicious fire. John becomes the prime suspect, but it becomes clear that he may have other victims, including a 16-year-old girl in Georgia. The detectives employ deception to elicit a confession from John, revealing his heinous crimes and potentially serial killer tendencies...

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Tabitha and Gretchen discuss the mysteries surrounding the Bakersfield 3, a group of interconnected disappearances and a murder. They delve into the lives of James Kulstad, a surfer turned drug user; Micah Holsonbake, a military veteran with a turbulent past; and Baylee Despot, a young woman caught in a dangerous relationship. All three vanish within weeks. Matt Queen, associated with illegal activities, becomes a prime suspect. The discovery of Micah's dismembered arm in Kern River adds a grim turn...

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The murder of Donald Mellon in his Phoenix home uncovers a complex web of domestic turmoil, leading to his tragic demise. Once a devoted family man and successful business owner, Donald's life spirals out of control after a divorce, plunging into an intense relationship with Rebekah Cheever, an ex-stripper. 

Alcohol, violence, and a vast arsenal of guns accompany their tumultuous union, ending in a shocking surveillance-captured murder. With conflicting testimonies about abuse and culpability, Rebekah's trial unveils disturbing footage, prompting a plea deal for second-degree murder. Questions linger about whether justice prevailed as Rebekah's defense of self-defense clashes with the cold reality of the chilling surveillance video.

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This 2 part episode recounts the complex story of Derek and Nancy Haysom's tragic deaths. Elizabeth Haysom, their daughter, raised in a life of privilege, faces rebellion and clashes with her parents' expectations.

Alongside her boyfriend, Jens Soering, they scheme to confront her parents, ending in a ghastly double murder. The couple flees but faces eventual extradition. Confessions, twisted alibis, and evidence bring the spotlight on Elizabeth. Paroled in 2019, both were deported to their home countries. The story navigates a tale of manipulation, false confessions, and a notorious murder case that continues to puzzle investigators...

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This 2 part episode recounts the complex story of Derek and Nancy Haysom's tragic deaths. Elizabeth Haysom, their daughter, raised in a life of privilege, faces rebellion and clashes with her parents' expectations.

Alongside her boyfriend, Jens Soering, they scheme to confront her parents, ending in a ghastly double murder. The couple flees but faces eventual extradition. Confessions, twisted alibis, and evidence bring the spotlight on Elizabeth. Paroled in 2019, both were deported to their home countries. The story navigates a tale of manipulation, false confessions, and a notorious murder case that continues to puzzle investigators...

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In 2012, Samantha Koenig, an 18-year-old barista, vanished from an Anchorage, Alaska coffee stand. Security footage captured her serving a customer, then vanishing with a man.

Later, a ransom note demanded $30,000 for her return, including a photo of her with tape over her mouth. Despite negotiations, she was already dead, left in a shed for weeks by her killer, Israel Keyes. A methodical murderer, Keyes confessed to multiple killings, hid kill kits, and evaded capture across states...

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In the quiet town of Denver, Pa., Michael Roseboro, a well-respected funeral director from a century-old family business, faced a shocking turn of events.

In 2008, he discovered his wife, Jan, lifeless in their swimming pool. Initially presumed accidental drowning, a forensic examination revealed she was brutally beaten and strangled. As the murder investigation unfolded, Michael's double life emerged – a secret affair with Angela Funk, leading to a shocking motive...

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Barry Minkow, the former con artist turned pastor and fraud expositor, saw success in the carpet cleaning business but later turned to fraud, including insurance fraud and a Ponzi scheme, landing him a 25-year prison sentence in 1987. 

After finding religion in prison, he emerged as a reformed figure, but a decade later, he returned to his fraudulent ways, manipulating stocks and extortion, resulting in more charges and a further five-year prison sentence in 2011. Despite this, he continues to run a fraud exposure platform, maintaining a social media presence under the name "Fraud Minute."

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Dawn Bennett, a successful finance expert, built an empire in Maryland. Her charisma and financial advice drew investors and clients to her radio show and businesses.

However, as her investment firm collapsed in 2012, Dawn resorted to a Bernie Madoff-like Ponzi scheme to cover losses. Through fraudulent documents and misleading promises, she siphoned millions into her luxury store. After a bank tip-off and subsequent SEC investigations, Dawn's fraudulent activities were exposed.

During a 2017 raid, authorities discovered bizarre handwritten excuses and multiple freezers filled with Mason jars and a mysterious liquid surrounding a large tongue...

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In Nova Scotia's Isle of Madame, Philip Boudreau, a poacher with a troubled past, became a target for local fishermen. His relentless theft of lobsters and cutting of traps led to a fatal encounter with James, Dwayne, and Craig. A fateful morning at sea turned violent when Philip's boat was surrounded, leading to his drowning.

The incident brought to light questions about the ethics of community justice and the tragedy's complex aftermath...

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