True Crime Garage

Angel #333 /// Part 2 ///  799

Part 2 of 2 

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

In the early morning hours of Monday, April 17, 2023 around 12:30 a.m., the Department of Public Safety received a 9-1-1 call of a vehicle on fire on interstate 10 outside of Tonopah, Arizona.  The Fire Department extinguished the fire and found 22-year-old Mercedes Vega inside deceased.  This vehicle fire quickly became a homicide investigation.  If you have any information regarding this case you may contact Silent Witness at 480-948-6377 / 480-WITNESS, or 480-T-E-S-T-I-G-O for Spanish speaking.  You can leave a anonymous tip at www.SilentWitness.org

Beer of the Week - Ghoulish Delights from Stone Brewing 

Garage Grade - 5 out of 5 bottle caps

More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today. 

Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain 

Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Angel #333 /// Part 1 ///  798 

Part 1 of 2 

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

In the early morning hours of Monday, April 17, 2023 around 12:30 a.m., the Department of Public Safety received a 9-1-1 call of a vehicle on fire on interstate 10 outside of Tonopah, Arizona.  The Fire Department extinguished the fire and found 22-year-old Mercedes Vega inside deceased.  This vehicle fire quickly became a homicide investigation.  If you have any information regarding this case you may contact Silent Witness at 480-948-6377 / 480-WITNESS, or 480-T-E-S-T-I-G-O for Spanish speaking.  You can leave a anonymous tip at www.SilentWitness.org

Beer of the Week - Ghoulish Delights from Stone Brewing 

Garage Grade - 5 out of 5 bottle caps

More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today. 

Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain 

Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dominique Dunne  //////  797 

Part 1 of 1

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

The night before Halloween attack on Poltergeist movie star Dominique Dunne shocked and surprised both Hollywood and the nation.  Dominique was an up and coming star.  At the young age of twenty two years old she had already found success on both television and the big screen.  Her star was rising but that would be brought to an abrupt end at the hands of a violent monster who was spiraling out of control.  Hands, that unfortunately she knew all too well.  

There are many resources available to victims of both stalking and domestic violence.  If you feel you are in imminent danger or are in fear - call 911 immediately! 

Even when stalking is not related to domestic violence, domestic violence and/or sexual assault service providers are often the right people to contact.  The Victim Connect Resource Center is a referral helpline.  They are available 9AM to 5PM ET by calling 1- 855-4-VICTIM

And perhaps the best resource is The National Domestic Violence Hotline. They can be reached by texting START to 88788 or by calling 1-800-799-SAFE. But remember if you are in danger - call 911 and please talk to your local law enforcement agency. 

Beer of the Week - Waiting for October from Track Seven Brewing

Garage Grade - 5 out of 5 bottle caps

More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today. 

Have a question or comment about a case? Go to www.TrueCrimeGarage.com and post on the TCG Blog. 

Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain 

Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zodiac Killer /// Part 2 /// 796 

Part 2 of 2

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com 

This is the Zodiac speaking… the words of a killer.  The haunting words of a killer determined to terrorize and taunt the public in and around the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 60s and early 70s.  We featured this case at length a few years back with “The Zodiac” parts 1 through 5.  Those episodes are available for your listening pleasure and are True Crime Garage episodes #470 to #474, released March 9th through March 17th 2021.  This week we revisit one of the most infamous unsolved and unidentified serial killer cases in all of True Crime.  The Zodiac killer serial murder case.  To help us further investigate we are joined by Zodiac expert Dr. Mark Hewitt.  Mark has authored a Zodiac trilogy with his series The Zodiac Serial Killer. The trilogy is available everywhere you buy books with books:
Hunted - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book one - The Zodiac Murders 
Profiled - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book two - The Zodiac Examined  
Exposed - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book three - The Zodiac Revealed 
Now his book Obsessed: my relentless pursuit of the Zodiac killer is available. 

Beer of the Week - Hazy Pale Ale by Standard Deviant Brewing 
Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 

Our show - True Crime Garage “Off the Record” is available only on Patreon and Apple Subscription. Sign up now and catch dozens of great episodes already available along with a few bonus shows.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zodiac Killer /// Part 1 /// 795 

Part 1 of 2

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com 

This is the Zodiac speaking… the words of a killer.  The haunting words of a killer determined to terrorize and taunt the public in and around the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 60s and early 70s.  We featured this case at length a few years back with “The Zodiac” parts 1 through 5.  Those episodes are available for your listening pleasure and are True Crime Garage episodes #470 to #474, released March 9th through March 17th 2021.  This week we revisit one of the most infamous unsolved and unidentified serial killer cases in all of True Crime.  The Zodiac killer serial murder case.  To help us further investigate we are joined by Zodiac expert Dr. Mark Hewitt.  Mark has authored a Zodiac trilogy with his series The Zodiac Serial Killer. The trilogy is available everywhere you buy books with books:
Hunted - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book one - The Zodiac Murders 
Profiled - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book two - The Zodiac Examined  
Exposed - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book three - The Zodiac Revealed 
Now his book Obsessed: my relentless pursuit of the Zodiac killer is available. 

Beer of the Week - Hazy Pale Ale by Standard Deviant Brewing 
Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 

Our show - True Crime Garage “Off the Record” is available only on Patreon and Apple Subscription. Sign up now and catch dozens of great episodes already available along with a few bonus shows.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Delphi Murders Trial  ////// 794

Part 1 of 1

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

The trial against Richard Allen who is accused of killing Libby German and Abby Williams in Indiana back in 2017 is underway.  True Crime Garage has brought you coverage of the crimes and the investigation since May of 2017 starting with episodes #110 and #111.  Now we take a look at the jury selection process, details learned so far, and what could be expected through this trial which is expected to take 5 weeks to conclude. 

Please Like, Subscribe, Follow and leave a 5 ⭐️ review for True Crime Garage. 

Our other show “Off the Record” can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes when you sign up today. 

Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain 

Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The “KN” Murder  ////// 793

Part 1 of 1 

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

In August of 1972 a young mother is reported missing to police by her roommate.  Vicki Lynn Harrell was a smart and hard working woman, making her way in the world.  She went out one night to run a few errands but never returned.  Later her body was discovered.  The killer had crudely carved KN on the dead woman’s chest.  Four law enforcement agencies worked this case.  This week True Crime Garage examines this case while taking a look at one or two others that may be connected.  Anyone with information concerning this case should contact the Indiana State Police, Bloomington post at 1-800-423-1286

Beer of the Week - Trolls, Trolls, Trolls by Three Floyds Brewing 

Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 

More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus TCG episodes when you sign up today. 

There is limited True Crime Garage merchandise available on the True Crime Garage website’s store page.  While visiting the website make sure to sign up on the mailing list. 

Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain 

Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Main Line Murders /// Part 2 /// 792 

Part 2 of 2

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

The Main Line Murders is the largest and longest running murder investigation ever conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police.  On June 25th, 1979 the naked corpse of schoolteacher Susan Reinsert was found wedged into her hatchback car in a motel parking lot.  Her two children Michael and Karen have not been seen since June 22, 1979.  They were just ten and eleven years old, respectively.  The two children were last seen playing in front of their mother’s house.  Why did the family of three leave their home late that Friday night?  Where were they going and why?  This is a murder mystery with too many unanswered questions. 

Beer of the Week - Wishing Star by Highland Brewing 

Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5 

Listen to - The Burden: Empire on Blood on Apple podcast or wherever you listen to True Crime Garage.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-burden-empire-on-blood-video/id1761419077

Please Like, Subscribe, Follow and leave a kick ass 5 ⭐️ review for True Crime Garage.  Tall cans in the air!!! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Main Line Murders /// Part 1 /// 791 

Part 1 of 2

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

The Main Line Murders is the largest and longest running murder investigation ever conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police.  On June 25th, 1979 the naked corpse of schoolteacher Susan Reinsert was found wedged into her hatchback car in a motel parking lot.  Her two children Michael and Karen have not been seen since June 22, 1979.  They were just ten and eleven years old, respectively.  The two children were last seen playing in front of their mother’s house.  Why did the family of three leave their home late that Friday night?  Where were they going and why?  This is a murder mystery with too many unanswered questions. 

Beer of the Week - Wishing Star by Highland Brewing 

Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5 

Listen to - The Burden: Empire on Blood on Apple podcast or wherever you listen to True Crime Garage.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-burden-empire-on-blood-video/id1761419077

Please Like, Subscribe, Follow and leave a kick ass 5 ⭐️ review for True Crime Garage.  Tall cans in the air!!!

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Obsessed with Serial Killers  ////// 790

Part 1 of 1

www.TrueCrimeGarage.com

Does America and other nations have an obsession with Serial Killers?  Many have asked that question.  I say no, but what is clearly obvious is many people have a very deep fascination with Serial Killers.  Serial murderers are a rare breed.  Many people who follow true crime will typically go through a phase when they first discover some of these types when one wants to learn more or maybe as much as possible about these rare killers.  This week we are joined by Dr. Scott Bonn, a PhD criminologist to discuss serial killers and learn a little bit more about them.  Dr. Scott Bonn has provided expert commentary and analysis for a number of high profile true crime television shows and now he is bringing his insights into the Garage.

Learn more about Dr. Scott Bonn www.docbonn.com  and on socials @DocBonn 

More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.

Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.