Episode 29: MURDERED: Katherine “Katy” Coffee – Newcastle, WY

A promising life cut short in a quiet Wyoming town. A devoted conservationist, new beginnings, and a cold case that shook a community for years. When answers finally came, they still didn’t explain everything, and Katy’s family is left with both justice and heartbreak.

Episode Summary

In June 2011, 35-year-old Katherine “Katy” Coffee was found murdered inside her home in Newcastle, Wyoming. Katy had recently moved there from her hometown of Canadian, Texas, excited to start a new chapter working as a district conservationist with the USDA. She was known for her kindness, her passion for helping farmers and ranchers, and the way she threw her whole heart into her work.

Her murder stunned the town. For more than four years, the case went cold — with rumors swirling, theories piling up, and Katy’s family desperately waiting for answers. Then, in December 2015, investigators arrested a local man named Michael Edwin Davis, setting off a long legal battle and an eventual plea deal that left many shocked.

In this episode, we dive into Katy’s life, the investigation, the arrest, and the lingering questions that still surround her case. Katy deserves to be remembered for who she was — not just the tragic way her life was taken.

Grab your wine and unwind with us as we talk through the heartbreaking story of Katherine “Katy” Coffee and the fight for justice her family refused to give up on.

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Anyone with information about the murder of Katherine “Katy” Coffee can contact:

Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation – (307) 777-7181

Newcastle Police Department – (307) 746-4486

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Episode 28: MYSTERIOUS DEATH: Brandon Embry – Asheboro, NC (Part Two)

Conflicting police reports, missing evidence, and a mysterious girlfriend whose stories constantly changed — the deeper you look into the death of Brandon Embry, the less the official story makes sense.

Episode Summary

In Part Two, we continue the heartbreaking and infuriating case of Brandon Embry. After Brandon’s passing, his mother, Sarah, and sister Rachel began their own investigation — uncovering disturbing inconsistencies in the police reports, missing key evidence, and shocking details about a woman named Cassandra, who claimed to have been Brandon’s girlfriend before his death. From bizarre messages and deleted phone data to hints of possible poisoning and previously unreported skull fractures, the Embry family’s discoveries raise critical questions about what really happened inside Brandon’s apartment in September 2019 — and why the case was closed so quickly.

We’ll also discuss the official police documentation, the medical examiner’s controversial ruling, and the family’s ongoing fight for justice and a new investigation into Brandon’s death.

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Episode 27: MYSTERIOUS DEATH

Brandon Embry – Asheboro, NC (Part One)

A young Navy veteran was found brutally beaten and unrecognizable inside his own apartment — yet authorities ruled his death natural. What really happened to 33-year-old Brandon Embry?

Episode Summary

In this two-part episode of True Crime Unwind, we cover the devastating and baffling case of Brandon Wesley Embry. Brandon was a bright, kind, and driven man — a Navy veteran and top-of-his-class chemical engineering student — who dreamed of starting a family and building a future close to his loved ones. But in September 2019, Brandon’s family discovered him clinging to life in his apartment, naked, bloodied, and covered in injuries that hospital staff immediately described as signs of a violent assault. Just a day later, he would succumb to his injuries. Despite overwhelming evidence of trauma, the official ruling would shock his family — pneumonia, natural causes, and self-inflicted injuries.

In Part One, we walk through Brandon’s background, his final days, and the horrific discovery that set his family on a lifelong mission for truth. We’ll also hear from Brandon’s mother, Sarah, who courageously shared her experience and the information she’s uncovered in her fight for justice.

📍 Case Details

Name: Brandon Wesley Embry

Born: September 7, 1986 – Louisville, Kentucky

Age at Death: 33

Location: Asheboro, North Carolina

Date of Incident: September 12, 2019

Date of Death: September 13, 2019

Brandon was a former Navy nuclear machinist stationed at Pearl Harbor, a University of Washington chemical engineering student, and a passionate outdoorsman who loved science, technology, and helping others. Despite his promising future, Brandon’s life was cut short under deeply suspicious circumstances — leaving behind a devastated family still searching for answers.

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Episode 26: Dolores “Toni” Martinez Hornung – Keokuk, IA

Two mysterious deaths just 48 hours apart shook the quiet river town of Keokuk, Iowa. A young man dies from a supposed gun accident — and two days later, his neighbor, a vibrant mother of two, is found shot to death in her own bed. Were these tragic coincidences, or was Toni killed because she knew too much?

Episode Summary

In this episode of True Crime Unwind, we’re heading to Keokuk (KEE-oh-kuck), Iowa — a small town on the Mississippi with a violent crime rate twice the state average.

On Valentine’s Day 1999, 48-year-old Dolores “Toni” Martinez Hornung was found dead inside her home, shot once in the head with a .30-30 rifle. Just two days earlier, her 20-year-old neighbor, Eric Redinbo, was killed when a shotgun allegedly discharged by accident. But Toni didn’t buy that story — and the day after she reported her concerns to police, she was dead.

Her boyfriend, Lewis Ray Greer, was charged with first-degree murder but acquitted after only four days of trial. With no weapon, no DNA, and conflicting testimony, both cases went cold — leaving two families with more questions than answers.

In this episode, we dive deep into the disturbing timeline of Toni Hornung and Eric Redinbo’s linked deaths, explore the theories of murder, cover-up, and corruption, and examine how decades later, Keokuk still carries the weight of their unsolved cases.

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Episode 25: Alexis Ware - Anderson, SC

A routine custody exchange ended up being the last known sighting of a young, ambitious mother of two. A mysterious black truck, unexplained movements, and possible signs of a struggle leave more questions than answers.

Episode Summary

In this episode of True Crime Unwind, we explore the disappearance of Alexis Ware was vibrant, beautiful, and full of life — a devoted mother of two with dreams of opening her own salon in Atlanta. But in late January 2022, her life took a dark and mysterious turn. After confiding in her family that she was being stalked by someone driving a black truck, Alexis vanished — leaving behind her car, her phone, her wallet, and her children.

In this episode, we dive deep into the unsettling final days of 29-year-old Alexis Ware. From eerie phone calls from a blocked number she called “the devil,” to strange movements the night she disappeared, and the mysterious discovery of her car on a remote South Carolina road — we’re unraveling every detail of this chilling case.

Please contact the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office at 864-260-4405 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.

If you or someone you love is struggling with fear, stalking, or domestic violence, you are not alone. For confidential help, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

📍 Missing Person Details

Name: Alexis Ware

Born: March 11, 1992

Age at Disappearance: 29

Location: Anderson & Greenville Counties, South Carolina

Date Missing: January 30, 2022

Physical Description:

• 5’5”, approximately 230 lbs

• Light complexion, long black hair, brown eyes

• Dimple piercings on both cheeks

• Distinct tattoos: large feather on one hand, rose on the other

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Episode 24: Azzie Martin – Ashburn, GA

A small Southern town, a late-night chicken supper, and a young woman whose disappearance exposed the deep racial divides of 1930s Georgia.

Episode Summary

In this week’s episode of True Crime Unwind, we’re sharing the story of 27-year-old Azzie Martin, a hardworking cook from Ashburn, Georgia, whose mysterious death has haunted the town for nearly nine decades.

In December of 1937, Azzie was hired to cook for a “midnight chicken supper” at the Evans House—one of the finest homes in Ashburn. The party was hosted by 26-year-old Ila Mae Hickox and attended by a group of young white men and women from well-known local families. Azzie was the only Black person there that night.

By morning, she was gone. Her family reported her missing the next day, insisting she had never made it home. For months, rumors swirled—some said she fell and hit her head, others whispered that something much darker had happened.

Three months later, Azzie’s remains were found near the Little River. A coroner’s jury ruled that she died “at the hands of unknown parties,” but no one was ever charged. Despite conflicting testimonies, growing suspicion, and public attention from Black newspapers across the country, the case quietly faded away.

Decades later, the story still lingers in Ashburn—alongside whispers of guilt, silence, and even hauntings tied to the old Evans House. Azzie’s grave is unmarked, and her case remains unsolved, but her name continues to be spoken thanks to local historians and community members determined not to let her be forgotten. Azzie’s story isn’t just a mystery—it’s a reminder of how easily justice could be denied in the Jim Crow South, and how the echoes of those failures still matter today.

If you have any information about the death of Azzie Martin or family history connected to the case, please contact: The Turner County Project – [email protected]

You can also visit their website to learn more about Azzie’s story and other documented local histories: www.turnercountyproject.org

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Episode 23: Jennifer Duffy - New Smyrna Beach, FL

A quiet beach town, an early morning home invasion, and a young mother’s murder that shook the community.

Episode Summary

In this week’s episode of True Crime Unwind, we’re sharing the heartbreaking and haunting story of 21-year-old Jennifer Lynn Duffy, a loving mother, daughter, and sister whose life was stolen far too soon. Born in Toronto, Jennifer—known as Jenny to those closest to her—was described by everyone who knew her as sweet, kind, and full of life. She and her family eventually settled in the small Florida beach town of New Smyrna Beach, where she worked as a waitress and raised her two-year-old daughter, Amber.

But in the early morning hours of September 17, 1991, Jennifer’s peaceful home became the scene of a horrific tragedy. While asleep, Jennifer was attacked and fatally stabbed by an intruder who fled into the night. Her roommate, who had just begun moving in, was also stabbed but survived to call for help.

Jennifer’s family—close-knit and loving—arrived at the scene before paramedics had taken her away. They watched helplessly as first responders fought to save her life. It’s a moment her brother Michael says he’ll never forget. Despite tireless efforts from investigators, Jennifer’s murder remains unsolved more than three decades later. There have been persons of interest, similarities to other cases in the area, and dedicated detectives who continue to revisit the evidence—but no arrests have ever been made.

Her family has endured unimaginable heartbreak in the years since—losing two of Jennifer’s siblings and watching the ripple effects of grief and trauma spread through generations. Jennifer’s daughter, Amber, grew up without her mother, and her mother, Cathy, still searches for justice to this day. Someone out there knows what happened that night. Maybe it’s a memory, a rumor, or a secret that’s been buried for years. But Jennifer deserves justice—and her family deserves peace.

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New Smyrna Beach Police Department – 386-424-2220

FBI Tip Line – 1-855-835-5324

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Episode 22: Roger Hooper – Cosby, TN

A young husband and soon-to-be father is gunned down outside his own home. Was it revenge for a past feud, or something else entirely?

Episode Summary

In this week’s episode, we travel to the small town of Cosby, Tennessee, to share the story of Roger Dale Hooper — a 26-year-old newlywed and soon-to-be dad who was ambushed outside his home one February night in 1991. Roger’s death shocked his close-knit community and left behind more questions than answers.

Over thirty years later, the case remains unsolved, and his family continues to search for justice. Investigators believe someone in Cosby knows what happened that night — and it’s not too late to come forward.

If you have any information about this case, please get in touch with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-TBI-FIND.

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Episode 21: Siphat Chau - Portland, ME

Early morning on Christmas Eve, in a quiet neighborhood, a college student disappears without a trace. No signs of a struggle, no witnesses, no leads.

Episode Summary

In this episode of True Crime Unwind, we explore the disappearance of Siphat Chau — the theories, the unanswered questions, and the lasting impact on his family nearly 20 years later.

Siphat Chau was known as smart, outgoing, and full of potential — a natural leader who once attended the international Seeds of Peace camp and earned a scholarship to the University of Maine. But behind his bright future, Siphat was struggling with a gambling addiction that put a strain on his finances and family relationships.

On December 24, 2005, Siphat was last seen at his family’s East Deering home in Portland, Maine. By morning, he was gone. His wallet, car, and keys were left behind, with no signs of a struggle. Despite searches, community efforts, and some media coverage, no credible sightings or evidence have ever surfaced.

Missing Person Details

• Name: Siphat “Phat” Chau

• Age at Disappearance: 19 (born July 5, 1986)

• Height/Weight: 5’8”, 140 lbs

• Appearance: Asian male of Vietnamese descent, black hair, brown eyes, scar on chin

• Last Seen Wearing: Red sweatshirt, blue jeans, Timberland boots, possibly a black suede jacket, and a beanie hat

• Last Seen: December 24, 2005 – East Deering neighborhood, Portland, Maine

If you have any information, please contact the Portland Police Department at (207) 874-8479.

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Episode 20: Sandra Denise Thomas – Fuquay-Varina, NC

A mother of one leaves a neighborhood party in the early morning hours. Hours later, she’s found dead in a roadside ditch. Was it an accident, or was she the victim of something far more sinister?

Episode Summary

In this week’s episode of True Crime Unwind, we share the story of Sandra Denise Thomas, a 41-year-old mother from Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. After a late-night gathering in March 2011, Sandra never made it home. By the next morning, her life had been tragically cut short under mysterious circumstances.

For more than a decade, her case has remained unsolved. Conflicting stories, rumors in the community, and lingering questions continue to surround what really happened that night.

Join us as we revisit Sandra’s life, the final hours before her death, and the investigation that followed, a case that still weighs heavily on her family and community today.

If you have any information about this case, please contact Detective Cindy Perna at [email protected] or call (919) 567-3906. Anonymous tips can also be sent to [email protected] or phoned in to the Fuquay-Varina Communications Center at (919) 552-3191.

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