Killer Bites

From the stage to the headlines, Ashley Benefield’s story is wilder than any ballet performance. Once a graceful ballerina with her whole life ahead of her, she’s now the “Black Swan” accused of taking out her husband in a messy, twisted tale that nobody saw coming.Behind the glitz and pirouettes lies a relationship packed with drama, toxic vibes, and dark secrets. Did Ashley really snap and end it all, or is there more to the story than what’s being said?Host Erin dives into the scandalous details of love gone way wrong, toxic marriage energy, and a shocking murder case that’ll have you glued to the screen.

A cop sworn to protect… but secretly the mind behind some of the most twisted crimes in history. Gerard Schaefer wasn’t just any cop—he was a serial killer hiding in plain sight, using his badge as a free pass to hunt his victims.This story is a wild ride through the mind of one of America’s most disturbing psychopaths. From manipulation to chilling brutality, Schaefer’s crimes will leave you questioning how he got away with it for so long.Host Erin breaks down the horrifying details, the victims’ heartbreaking stories, and the ultimate downfall of a killer who thought he was untouchable.

Maddie Soto’s murder shook her small-town community to its core. What started as a tragic loss quickly unraveled into a dark web of lies, secrets, and suspects that no one expected. Who could have wanted Maddie gone, and why?This case is packed with shocking twists—hidden relationships, chilling motives, and a trail of clues that only raise more questions. Was it someone she trusted, or was Maddie caught in the crossfire of something bigger?Host Kari Paola dives deep into the investigation, unraveling the haunting details and the truth behind the murder of Maddie Soto.

In today’s episode of Killer Bites, we share the case of a teenage girl, Tanya Nicole Kach. Nicole was tricked by the security guard at the school, who later brought her to his house and held her captive for ten years. So what unfolded, and did she manage to escape?

In this episode of Killer Bites, we examine the case of Tommy Lynn Sells, a drifter and convicted serial killer linked to multiple murders across the United States. For years, Sells evaded capture, moving from place to place and leaving behind a trail of violence that investigators later believed could be far more extensive than initially confirmed.

The case took a pivotal turn in 1999, when 10-year-old Krystal Surles survived a brutal attack inside her own home in Texas. After being seriously injured, she managed to protect herself by pretending to be dead — a decision that ultimately saved her life. When she was later able to speak with investigators, her account provided critical details that led to Sells’ identification and arrest.

This episode breaks down the timeline of Sells’ crimes, the investigation that followed, and the extraordinary resilience of a young survivor whose actions helped bring an end to one of the most disturbing cases in modern true crime.

Going to the hospital is scary as it is, but what if we told you there was once a nurse who purposefully terminated his patients and made it look like they passed away on their own? You’d be freaked out, right? Well, it actually happened. So this guy named Charles Cullen was a hospital nurse who purposefully terminated at least 40 patients over the course of his career. Some say he actually terminated at least 400 patients.

In 1993, the quiet town of West Memphis, Arkansas, was shaken by the tragic killings of three young boys. Soon after, three teenagers — later known as the West Memphis Three — were arrested and convicted, despite a case that many believed relied heavily on circumstantial evidence and public fear rather than solid proof. As the years passed, new questions, theories, and forensic debates began to surface, turning the case into one of the most controversial convictions in modern American true crime history. Nearly two decades later, new developments led to their release, but the central question still remains: what really happened that night in West Memphis?

The Menendez family seemed to have everything — wealth, success, and a life of privilege in Beverly Hills. Their father, Jose Menendez, was a powerful entertainment executive, while their mother, Kitty Menendez, was known for her social and charity work. Their sons, Lyle Menendez and Erik Menendez, appeared to have promising futures ahead of them. But in 1989, their luxury home became the scene of a brutal double homicide that shocked the nation. As the investigation unfolded, disturbing allegations, family secrets, and conflicting narratives surfaced — turning the case into one of the most controversial trials in American history. Decades later, one question still divides the public: who were the real victims in this story?

To the outside world, Shanann Watts and her husband Chris looked like the perfect suburban family. Their lives were filled with smiling Facebook videos, family updates, and two adorable daughters — with a third baby on the way.

But behind the carefully curated posts, their marriage was quietly falling apart. When Chris began a secret relationship with a coworker, the cracks in their seemingly perfect life grew impossible to hide.

Then suddenly, Shanann and the two girls were gone.

At first, Chris appeared on television pleading for their safe return. Calm. Concerned. Cooperative.

But investigators quickly realized something wasn’t right.

Within days, the truth emerged: Shanann and her daughters had been killed, and their bodies hidden at an oil field where Chris worked.

In this episode, we break down the timeline of the Watts family murders — the deception, the investigation, and the chilling moment when the man begging for his family’s return was revealed to be the one responsible.

A case that proves sometimes the most terrifying crimes happen behind the most perfect doors.

Decades after his execution, Ted Bundy remains one of the most talked-about serial killers in history. But why does his name still dominate documentaries, podcasts, and true crime discussions?

Bundy wasn’t the typical image of a killer. He was educated, charismatic, and able to blend into everyday society — which made his crimes even more disturbing. Behind the charm was a man responsible for the brutal murders of numerous young women across multiple states.

In this episode, we explore why Ted Bundy continues to fascinate the public: the psychology behind his manipulation, the media attention that turned him into a cultural phenomenon, and the uncomfortable question of why society remains so captivated by killers like him.