When 22-year-old Laken Hope Riley didn't answer her family and friends' calls or messages, they began to worry. She had been out for her regular morning run in broad daylight, but she never returned. Tune in as we explore the details of this unsettling case.

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Donate to Laken Hope Riley’s Family:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/laken-riley-memorial

Jason Riley’s Statement:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/anafaguy/2024/03/18/laken-rileys-father-says-hes-angry-politicians-are-using-tragedy-for-votes/

Verdict Video:

https://youtu.be/1loKn5pPlzo?si=eRZDOZdUXoaYBP3K

Footage of Laken Running:

https://youtu.be/YLqfSquUHxE?si=2M99Bgm0FPqLLsH6

News Articles:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/laken-riley-murder-final-texts-mother-trial/

https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/19/us/laken-riley-family-jose-ibarra-trial/index.html#:~:text=Medical%20examiner%20says%20Riley%20was,injuries%20and%20cause%20of%20death.

https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/15/us/laken-riley-murder-trial/index.html

NPR Article on Immigration:

https://www.npr.org/2024/03/08/1237103158/immigrants-are-less-likely-to-commit-crimes-than-us-born-americans-studies-find

The Andrea Yates case is one of the most notorious and tragic criminal cases in American history. In June 2001, Yates, a mother of five from Texas, drowned her children in the family bathtub, leading to a national conversation about mental health, postpartum depression, and the legal system's handling of such issues.

Struggling with severe mental illness, including schizophrenia and depression, her actions raised questions about the nature of her condition and its impact on her culpability. The case sparked intense media coverage, public debate, and discussions around maternal mental health, ultimately influencing how society views and supports those facing similar struggles. 

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Forensic psychiatric evaluation of Mrs. Andrea Yates:

https://murderpedia.org/female.Y/images/yates_andrea/report-dr-park-dietz.pdf

60 Minutes with Russell: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WakXwnybag&t=66s

Documentary: 

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x5g8z0j

Information on the Case:

https://murderpedia.org/female.Y/y/yates-andrea.htm

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(06)69789-4/fulltext

https://www.law.uh.edu/center4clp/streetlaw/Criminal%20Law/Crim%20Law%20AY%202015-16/Andrea%20Yates%20Case%20Study%20(Insanity%20Defense).pdf

Oprah’s Where Are They now Interview:

https://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-they-now/why-andrea-yates-ex-says-shes-not-a-danger-to-society-video

911 Call:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXOMW5AvGCc&t=18s

When an innocent man is wrongfully convicted of murdering Felicia Anne Gayle Pikus he would spend his whole life fighting to prove his innocence. Listen in as we discuss his case and all evidence obtained.

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Newspaper Archive:

https://www.newspapers.com/article/st-louis-post-dispatch-1998-felicia-gay/26014664/

Court Document Describing the Scene:

https://fox2now.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/09/Exhibit-1-Redacted.pdf

PDF on Hearing:

https://law.washu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/New-hearing-could-save-Marcellus-Williams-from-execution.pdf

“Postman Gambit” Information:

https://www.courthousenews.com/lawmakers-clergy-blast-racismin-st-louis-county-death-cases/

Marcellus’s Son’s Statement:

https://x.com/AttorneyCrump/status/1838977300861178213?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

Governor Michael L. Parson Executive Order:

https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-dissolves-board-inquiry-marcellus-williams

Execution Details:

https://www.newsweek.com/marcellus-williams-final-words-before-missouri-execution-1958898

Innocence Project:

https://innocenceproject.org/

"The Superman Syndrome" by Marcellus Williams:

https://www.madpmo.org/post/the-superman-syndrome-by-marcellus-williams-an-innocent-person-on-missouri-s-death-row

The Daryl Keith Holton case is a chilling chapter in American criminal history, centered around a man whose life spiraled into violence and tragedy. Daryl was convicted of a shocking crime: the brutal murder of his three children and stepchild. His actions shocked a community and raised difficult questions about mental health, parental responsibility, and the failures of social systems.

As details of the case emerged, it not only captivated public attention but also ignited debates about the complexities of familial relationships and the dark potential that can lie beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives. 

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Information on the Case:

http://www.clarkprosecutor.org/html/death/US/holton1097.htm

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h1/holton-daryl.htm

State Vs. Holton:

https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/tn-supreme-court/1476832.html

Death Penalty Document: 

https://www.amnesty.org/es/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/amr511382007en.pdf

Photos: 

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h1/holton-daryl-photos.htm

Video of David Raybin Explaining Daryl’s Last Words:

https://youtu.be/MnbAoTpd0WM?si=da8jQ8F2z-TDOSlP

Clifford Robert Olson, a name that evokes a chilling sense of dread, was a Canadian serial killer whose heinous crimes cast a long shadow over Canadian society in the early 1980s. Born on January 1, 1940, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Clifford embarked on a brutal spree that would ultimately claim the lives of eleven victims, including both children and teenagers.

His crimes were characterized by their extreme violence and a disturbing lack of remorse, marking him as one of Canada’s most notorious criminals. His actions not only shocked the nation but also sparked widespread fear and controversy, leading to a prolonged and contentious legal and social aftermath. His life and crimes remain a somber reminder of the depths of human depravity and the enduring quest for justice.

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The Victims:

https://murderpedia.org/male.O/o/olson-clifford-robert-victims.htm

News Articles:

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/serial-killer-clifford-olson-dies-1.1110039

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/the-life-and-death-of-clifford-olson/article4197011/

Information on Clifford’s life:

https://murderpedia.org/male.O/o/olson-clifford-robert.htm

https://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/olson/1.html

Photos:

https://murderpedia.org/male.O/o/olson-clifford-robert-photos.htm

Leonard Lake and Charles Ng were two notorious American criminals whose heinous crimes shocked the world. Active during the early 1980s, this duo was responsible for a series of kidnappings, tortures, and murders, leaving a dark mark on criminal history.

The investigation into their activities revealed a deeply disturbing pattern of violence and cruelty, making their case one of the most chilling examples of criminal partnership in modern history.

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Information & Photos on Leonard Lake & Charles Chit-Tat Ing:

https://murderpedia.org/male.L/l/lake-leonard.htm#google_vignette

https://murderpedia.org/male.N/n/ng-charles.htm

Parts of the Tapes:

https://youtu.be/PgXgyLMOyIY?si=jYnB4azVvhiFh0He

Diary Excerpts:

https://www.oxygen.com/manifesto-of-a-serial-killer/crime-news/serial-killer-leonard-lakes-most-disturbing-diary-excerpts

https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/diary-exposes-details-for-ng-trial-alleged-2982910.php

Charles Chi-Tat Ing Death Penalty:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/charles-ng-death-penalty-upheld-1980s-sex-slave-murders-california/

On July 20, 2012, the vibrant city of Aurora, Colorado, was the scene of one of the most harrowing events in recent memory — a mass shooting at the Century Aurora 16 movie theater.

As the midnight premiere of The Dark Knight Rises unfolded, a night meant for entertainment and escape turned into a horrific nightmare.

In this episode, we’ll walk you through the chilling details of that night, the aftermath, and the ongoing quest for justice.

We’ll hear from survivors, their families, and those who responded in the immediate chaos, as well as legal experts and community members who have been impacted by this tragedy.

Instagram: @MurderTapesPodcast. @Annaleesah

7/20 Donation Website:

https://www.7-20memorial.org/donate

7/20 Volunteer Website:

​​https://volunteer.samaritan.com/custom/507/opp_details/12578

Interviews:

Part 1: https://youtu.be/FpqZPuH2bcw?si=FK2slitVe_x7PVho

Part 2: https://youtu.be/elzwjB_QCdI?si=Dv4mt8GxNoefkg55

Part 3: https://youtu.be/j-jrum10ttc?si=epHsRG24CCnKOixc

Part 4: https://youtu.be/xrDJwUyNthE?si=ceBzkKV-cOitITFw

Part 5: https://youtu.be/zQC0uf5fvOc?si=cY98CLJaXeIIlzIM

Pictures:

https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/powerful-photos-released-from-aurora-theater-shooting/

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/holmes-james-photos-1.htm

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/holmes-james-photos-2.htm

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/holmes-james-victims.htm

Complaint and Information:

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/images/holmes-james/complaint-and-information.pdf

Preliminary/Proof Evidence Hearing:

https://murderpedia.org/male.H/images/holmes-james/preliminary-evidence.pdf

James Holmes’s Mother’s Interview:

https://youtu.be/_45HLGGA8MY?si=L_mJB9nnc_b7gg8k

James Holmes’s Sister Testimony:

https://youtu.be/Le53Hmpa-FE?si=PSMzJR0x1rashMwd

In the heart of Iowa City, Steven Sueppel, a respected former executive of Hills Bank and Trust Company, was charged with embezzling over half a million dollars. But the legal charges were just the tip of a chilling iceberg. As the courtroom drama unfolded, Sueppel's dark secret came to light—a horrific crime that shocked the nation.

On February 20, 2008, Sueppel stood before the court, pleading not guilty to charges of embezzlement and money laundering. Little did anyone know that this case would soon reveal a far more devastating reality. Sueppel was ultimately identified as the perpetrator of the Iowa City Sueppel Murders, a gruesome act that claimed the lives of his wife and their four young children, ages 3, 5, 7, and 10. 

Join us as we unravel the layers of this tragic story, exploring how a trusted banker could be at the center of such a horrifying event. 

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News Articles: 

https://www.communitynewspapergroup.com/waverly_newspapers/news/as-we-forgive-those-who-trespass-against-us-forgiveness-frames-funeral-for-family-of-6/article_c0d50090-365a-553f-825f-f7c894f28d8c.html

https://tucson.com/news/national/autopsy-reports-indicate-iowa-city-family-members-were-beaten-to-death/article_52d6852d-397b-5a2f-9a4f-6aacc12d318e.html

Steven’s Notes: 

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iowa-family-killer-left-apologetic-note/

Photos: 

https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/sueppel-steven-photos.htm 

Known for her shocking and brutal crimes, Katherine Mary Knight has become one of Australia's most infamous figures. In this episode, we’ll explore her troubled past, the heinous acts that shocked a nation, and the psychological factors that played a role in her descent into violence.

Get ready for a gripping journey as we piece together the dark and disturbing story of Katherine Mary Knight—a tale that is as complex as it is horrifying.

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Photos: 

https://murderpedia.org/female.K/k/knight-katherine-photos.htm#google_vignette

Detective Sergeant Robert Wells on the Crime Scene: 

https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/news-life/katherine-knight-inside-the-mind-of-a-coldblooded-cannibal-killer/news-story/dfa4c52ea6c6f5327bc429959c4dcc7f

https://www.the-sun.com/news/6144934/found-head-cooking-pot-cannibal/

The Court of Criminal Appeal:

https://murderpedia.org/female.K/k/knight-katherine-appeal.htm

The Psychological Impact of Slaughterhouse Employment: A Systematic Literature Review:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10009492/

Interview with Katherine Mary Knight:

https://youtu.be/caDljvGRTIk?si=NL06xcJoMeXygOI-

When a man murders his family in cold blood investigators would do their best to get a confession out of him. To their surprise it’d be easier than they thought and the details would make them question how a father and husband could commit such a heartless act. 

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News Articles: 

https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2004/nov/16/man-gets-four-life-terms-for-killing-family/

https://www.tillamookheadlightherald.com/morris-makes-a-deal/article_69424534-fd2b-564b-8501-6dae20417b0b.html

Confessions:

https://murderpedia.org/male.M/images/morris_edward_paul/EdMorrisConfession1.pdf

https://murderpedia.org/male.M/images/morris_edward_paul/EdMorrisConfession2.pdf

https://murderpedia.org/male.M/images/morris_edward_paul/EdMorrisConfession3.pdf

Photos: 

https://murderpedia.org/male.M/m/morris-edward-paul-photos.htm