Upon hearing the phrase "child killer," one thing that might come to mind is someone who kills children. It may not occur to you that it could refer to a killer who is a child. Today, the chilling story of child killer Mary Bell. But first, True Crime Headlines.
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Mary Bell

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Originally released June 26, 2019.
The harrowing story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard and the emotional and physical abuse she endured at the hands of her munchausen by proxy syndrome afflicted mother have gripped the nation. Today's episode examines her narrative from the perspective of more than just a murder case. But first, true crime headlines.
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Gypsy Rose Blanchard

January 26th, 2022

In true crime headlines:


A Connecticut man has been arrested and fired from his job after an outburst at a smoothie shop.

The federal trial is underway for three former police officers facing charges for the death of George Floyd.

Formal charges were brought against the man accused of killing UCLA grad student Brianna Kupfer on January 13 at a Los Angeles furniture store.



Today in true crime:

The story of Jerome Brudos, the Shoe Fetish Killer.


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The Story of Jerry Brudos

In true crime headlines:


Convicted murderer Robert Durst dies in prison at the age of 78.

The three men convicted of the murder of Ahmaud Arbery have been sentenced to life in prison.

A good Samaritan died on New Year's Day while trying to help a man who fell onto subway tracks during a gang assault in the Bronx.



Today in true crime:

The story of United Airlines flight 629, which crashed over Colorado in 1955, killing all 44 souls on board.


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The Story of United Airlines Flight 629

January 5th, 2022

In true crime headlines:


A fatal car crash claims the life of a North Carolina State Trooper

A Louisiana judge resigns after she’s caught on video using a racial slur

An investigation is underway in California after a 14-year-old girl is shot and killed by an LAPD officer.



Today in true crime:

The story of Westley Allan Dodd, a child rapist and murderer who preyed on innocent children for decades before finally facing justice.

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The Story of Westley Allan Dodd

December 16, 2021

In true crime headlines:


The parents of accused school shooter Ethan Crumbley make their first appearance in court.

Former Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin pleads guilty in federal court to violating George Floyd’s civil rights.

Convicted sex offender and disgraced reality tv star Josh Duggar is found guilty on child pornography charges..



Today in true crime:

The story of Dimebag Darrell, a heavy metal icon who was murdered on stage by a deranged fan.

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Mary Bell

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