The Black Umbrella Podcast

Marlene Olive and Charles Riley: The Barbecue Murders


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In 1975, Marlene Olive, and boyfriend, Charles “Chuck” Riley, had the idea to kill Marlene’s adoptive parents. They did just that. Marlene was just 16 years old. The case gained a good amount of media coverage due to Marlene’s age, and her almost non-punishment although being heavily involved in the heinous crime. Courtney will discuss the murders, which were dubbed “The Barbecue Murders” because the bodies of Marlene’s parents were disposed in a barbecue pit. What is it with corpses and BBQ’s?
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