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Enter the gripping true story of the Shannon Matthews kidnapping, an unforgettable incident that shocked the world. Join us as we unravel the dark secrets behind the abduction of nine-year-old Shannon Matthews from a close-knit community in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, England. 

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In this bone-chilling episode, we delve into the disturbing story of esteemed journalist Arthel Neville and the shocking ordeal she endured when her stalker's sinister commands infiltrated her life through fan mail. 


References:

• Stalked: Someone’s Watching Season 2, Episode 5 “Someone’s Watching”
• https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sdut-san-diego-man-pleads-guilty-to-stalking-2010aug12-story.html
• https://www.baltimoresun.com/sdpn-rb-school-employee-very-scared-by-suspected-2010jun08-story.html

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 In this episode, we uncover the harrowing tale of Clarence Elkins, a man who spent years behind bars for a crime he didn't commit. From his wrongful accusation and conviction to his wife Melinda's tireless fight for exoneration, join us as we unravel the truth behind Elkins' quest for justice. 

Sources:

• https://murderfriends.com/tc-101-melinda-elkins/
• https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/incredible-story-of-the-murder-of-judith-johnson-and-how-her-daughter-found-her-killer/MBWFX5W7X65YX74IPR5UFWKMFQ/
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clarence_Elkins
• The Hicks Babies – The DNA Geek
• https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna17562131 

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Cassie Jo Stoddart was murdered in Bannock County, Idaho on September 22, 2006 by her classmates Brian Lee Draper and Torey Michael Adamci. When asked why they committed such a horrible crime? The boys said they wanted to recreate their favorite scary movie...

Sources: 

• https://allthatsinteresting.com/scream-killers
• https://the-line-up.com/cassie-jo-stoddart
• https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/brian-draper-torey-adamcik-convicted-killing-cassie-jo-stoddart
• Dateline: The Last Day Season 1, Episode 6

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In the 1970s, Los Angeles was terrorized by the Hillside Strangler, a notorious serial killer. But in 1979, Veronica Compton, a seemingly normal woman, claimed to have a romantic connection with the killer and began copying his heinous acts. Join us as we unravel the baffling story of Compton's twisted obsession with the Hillside Strangler, her shocking crimes, and the gripping trial that followed. Was she a victim of her own delusions or a cold-blooded killer?

Sources:

• https://www.reverbnation.com/Copycat_Artist?popup_bio=true
• https://medium.com/the-mind-detectives/why-ordinary-women-fall-in-love-with-serial-killers-and-other-murderers-b7c3b3e161c2
• https://www.grunge.com/936710/how-veronica-compton-went-from-interviewing-the-hillside-strangler-to-becoming-his-accomplice/ 
• https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Veronica_Compton
• https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/veronica-compton-wallace-hillside-strangler 
• https://www.spokesman.com/stories/1996/jul/14/it-was-a-match-made-in-prison-ewu-professors/

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On Nov. 16, 1994, CIA employee Marie Singleton-Jackson was found dead in the trunk of her car.  Who could be responsible? Someone targeting her because of her career in the CIA? Or someone closer to home?

Sources

• https://www.oxygen.com/a-wedding-and-a-murder/crime-news/marie-singleton-jackson-murder-andre-jackson
• Dateline Ep “Missing Marie” Season 24, Episode 52
• https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/man-sentenced-to-25-years-for-strangulation-murder-of-wife-in-1994/

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 In this episode, we delve into the horrifying case of The Hillside Stranglers, Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono Jr. These two cousins terrorized the hills of Los Angeles, California, during the late 1970s, luring young women to their deaths. Join us as we explore the dark psyches of these twisted individuals, examining their childhoods, motivations, and the heinous crimes they committed. From the victims' harrowing stories to the intricate investigation that finally brought them to justice, we unravel the sinister tale of The Hillside Stranglers.

Sources:

• https://medium.com/crimebeat/the-cousins-who-terrorized-los-angeles-in-november-1977-351118687dbf 
• https://allthatsinteresting.com/hillside-strangler-kenneth-bianchi-angelo-buono 
• https://www.historylink.org/File/8613 
• https://www.thevintagenews.com/2022/06/10/peter-lorre-daughter-hillside-strangler/?firefox=1

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I n this episode, we investigate the mysterious death of Michelle O'Connell, a young woman whose life was tragically cut short in St. Augustine, Florida. Was it suicide, as initially believed, or was there foul play involved? Join us as we examine the evidence and uncover the inconsistencies surrounding Michelle's death. From the conflicting witness accounts to the questions raised about the official investigation, we explore the perplexing details of this case.

References:

• https://allthatsinteresting.com/michelle-oconnell
• 20/20 Episode: “Secrets Six Feet Under” 
• https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/mysterious-death-michelle-oconnell/ 
• https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/08/us/michelle-oconnell-death-ellie-washtock.html

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Known as the "baby farmer," Amelia Dyer posed as a caring and compassionate woman who offered to care for unwanted infants in the late 19th century. But beneath her facade lurked a dark and twisted secret. Join us as we uncover the horrifying truth about Dyer's gruesome crimes, which shocked Victorian society. From her cunning methods to the discovery of her heinous deeds, we delve into the macabre details of Dyer's sinister actions. Tune in as we unravel the dark legacy of Amelia Dyer and the shocking story of her murderous reign as a baby farmer. 

Sources

• https://momzillanc.medium.com/amelia-dyer-bf909e734e5 
• https://medium.com/crimebeat/amelia-dyer-who-started-baby-farming-murdering-the-baby-in-her-care-42238f17638e 
• https://awnaves.medium.com/victorian-angel-maker-amelia-dyer-murdered-400-children-ca3fb484d184 

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In this episode, we investigate the mysterious disappearance and reappearance of Sherri Papini, a young woman who vanished without a trace from Redding, California. What happened to Sherri? Was it a kidnapping, an abduction, or something else altogether? Join us as we uncover the puzzling details of Sherri's case, from the initial investigation to her sudden reappearance weeks later. With conflicting accounts and unanswered questions, we explore the twists and turns that surround this mysterious case. Tune in as we uncover the enigma of Sherri Papini's disappearance and the shocking revelations that emerged when she was found.

Sources:

• Dateline “The Curious Case of Sherri Papini”
• Sherri Papini: Lies, Lies, & More Lies (documentary on Oxygen)
• https://www.npr.org/2022/09/20/1124104521/sherri-papini-kidnapping-hoax-sentence
• https://www.oxygen.com/bombshell-revelations-sherri-papini-lies-lies-lies

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