In September of 1982, a 12-year-old girl and six adults in and around Chicago died suddenly and mysteriously. The victims of this product tampering case were Mary Kellerman, age 12, of Elk Grove Village; Adam Janus, age 27, of Arlington Heights; Stanley Janus, age 25, and Theresa Janus, age 19, both of Lisle; Mary Reiner, age 27, of Winfield; Mary McFarland, age 31, of Elmhurst; and Paula Prince, age 35, of Chicago. All seven were determined to have ingested cyanide-laced Extra Strength Tylenol capsules on or shortly after September 29, 1982.

Additional information about this investigation can be found on the FBI’s Internet website, www.fbi.gov.

Sources:

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/cyanide-laced-tylenol-kills-seven

https://www.newspapers.com/clip/95086875/

https://www.newspapers.com/clip/95087191/

https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2013-09-29-ct-met-tylenol-investigation-20130929-story.html

https://abcnews.go.com/WN/james-lewis-tylenol-killer-suspect-1982-murders-innocent/story?id=9531812

https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/chicago/press-releases/2012/search-for-tylenol-killer-continues-as-30th-anniversary-of-poisonings-approaches

https://www.ou.edu/deptcomm/dodjcc/groups/02C2/Johnson%20&%20Johnson.htm

https://apnews.com/article/c501b46c160c342222d3414c286b74a1

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/2018/01/05/260121/how-the-tylenol-murders-fundamentally-changed-the-way-we-all-take-medicine/

https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/cold-cases/chicago-tylenol-murders/

https://www.newspapers.com/clip/95086729/north-bay-nugget/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNOHWrAbX2w

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Thank you to our connection at CrimeCon, Evergreen Execs, FilmRise, and Nancy Grace for making this week's show happen.

BLOODLINE DETECTIVES explores the power of genealogy and the latest forensic technology used by law enforcement to bring justice to unsolved homicides and sex crimes. The series uses Familial DNA taken from the crime scene and DNA that people have submitted to genealogy sites to see if there is someone who is a close match. From there, genealogists can figure out who the suspect should be, and police can then make an arrest. Host Nancy Grace guides viewers through each episode's case along with expert interviewers, dramatic reconstructions, and archival footage.

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Sources:

https://wset.com/news/local/richard-dickie-palmers-murder-solved-after-nearly-22-years-2003-january-2025#

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In this episode of Crime Capsule, host Benjamin Morris welcomes a special guest to discuss his newly published book, which is a follow-up to his first work on Fort Jessup. The conversation delves into the author's journey in historical research, sparked by his childhood experiences with reenactments and local storytelling in Sabine Parish. 

He shares how these early influences shaped his passion for history and guided him to become a tour guide at Fort Jessup during high school. The episode highlights the fascinating stories from "No Man's Land" and the author's dedication to uncovering the region's rich history. Join us for an engaging exploration of history and storytelling!

Scott DeBose has spent most of his life living in no man’s land. He became interested in the history of the region at an early age, listening to stories of outlaws and treasures. Mr. DeBose spent several years working at Fort Jesup State Historic Site in college and now serves as the president of the Friends of Fort Jesup Inc. and was involved in the No Man’s Land Bicentennial Celebration at Fort Jesup in 2019. This is Mr. DeBose’s second book published by The History Press; his first came out in 2022 and is titled Fort Jesup: A History. Mr. DeBose holds a Bachelor of Arts in history and anthropology and a Master of Music.

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Thank you to Nic from the True Crime Garage Podcast. You can find all their shows on Stitcher and merchandise at https://truecrimegarge.com

On the night of April 21 or in the early morning of the 22nd eight members of the same family in rural Pike County, Ohio, were shot execution-style and it put the community on alert and created a frenzy to find out who killed the Rhoden family members, and why.

SOURCES:

1. https://web.archive.org/web/20161028144512/http://www.kfvs12.com/story/33446144/pike-county-drug-cartel-speculation-were-wearing-that-label-now

2. https://abcnews.go.com/US/ohio-family-killings-evidence-consistent-cockfighting-found-scenes/story?id=38674426

3. http://www.10tv.com/article/ohio-attorney-general-rhoden-crime-scene-not-compromised

4. https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/jake-wagner-back-in-pike-county-court-for-sudden-hearing

5. https://www.wkyt.com/content/news/Suspects-accused-of-murdering-8-southern-Ohio-family-members-arrested-500405341.html

6. https://www.yahoo.com/gma/25-000-reward-offered-information-ohio-family-killings-120009236--abc-news-topstories.html#

7. https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/state/2021/04/22/jake-wagner-rhoden-family-homicides-pike-county-ohio-pleads-guilty/7333052002/

8. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PKo6hk6knA

9. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCMCLmQHq_M

10. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT0zkhyjA4k

11. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KwWZvOauwE

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Thank you to Nic from the True Crime Garage Podcast. You can find all their shows on Apple Podcasts and their merchandise at https://truecrimegarge.com.

On the night of April 21 or in the early morning of the 22nd eight members of the same family in rural Pike County, Ohio, were shot execution-style and it put the community on alert and created a frenzy to find out who killed the Rhoden family members, and why.

SOURCES:

1. https://web.archive.org/web/20161028144512/http://www.kfvs12.com/story/33446144/pike-county-drug-cartel-speculation-were-wearing-that-label-now

2. https://abcnews.go.com/US/ohio-family-killings-evidence-consistent-cockfighting-found-scenes/story?id=38674426

3. http://www.10tv.com/article/ohio-attorney-general-rhoden-crime-scene-not-compromised

4. https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/jake-wagner-back-in-pike-county-court-for-sudden-hearing

5. https://www.wkyt.com/content/news/Suspects-accused-of-murdering-8-southern-Ohio-family-members-arrested-500405341.html

6. https://www.yahoo.com/gma/25-000-reward-offered-information-ohio-family-killings-120009236--abc-news-topstories.html#

7. https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/state/2021/04/22/jake-wagner-rhoden-family-homicides-pike-county-ohio-pleads-guilty/7333052002/

8. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PKo6hk6knA

9. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCMCLmQHq_M

10. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT0zkhyjA4k

11. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KwWZvOauwE

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https://iowacoldcases.org/case-summaries/johnny-gosch/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Og_9Gf1csjU

NAME: John David Gosch

AKA: Johnny Gosch

AGE AT REPORT: 12

DOB: November 12, 1969

SEX: Male

RACE: White

HAIR: Brown

EYE COLOR: Blue

HEIGHT: 67″

WEIGHT: 140 lbs.

MISSING FROM: West Des Moines, IA

POLK COUNTY

DCI CASE NUMBER: 82-04613

DES MOINES PD CASE NUMBER: 82-2976

NCIC NUMBER: M-089641270

NAMUS MP NUMBER: 6131

NCMEC NUMBER: 601763

PHYSICAL: Birthmark on left cheek, horseshoe-shaped scar on tongue

DATE LAST SEEN ALIVE: September 5, 1982

INVESTIGATING AGENCY: FBI – Des Moines (515) 223-4278, and West Des Moines Police Department

DENTAL: Dental information / charting is available and entered

DNA: Familial sample submitted – Tests complete

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In this special crossover episode of Who Killed?, host Bill Huffman welcomes Benjamin Morris from Crime Capsule for a deep dive into the art and craft of research and historical writing. With over 20 years of journalism experience, Bill shares insights from his journey as he works on a book about a local cold case from his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in nonfiction or true crime writing, as Benjamin and Bill discuss techniques, challenges, and the importance of thorough research in storytelling. You can tune in for valuable tips and an engaging conversation that celebrates the craft of writing in the true crime genre. Happy holidays!

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This week, we are joined by Colorado Public Radio reporter Elaine Tassy to look into the tragic and unresolved murder case of Maggie Long. A high school senior and beloved member of her community, Maggie was found dead in her home in Bailey, Colorado, 7 years ago, after stopping there to bring water and cookies to a school concert. The investigation revealed that she was brutally attacked and set on fire, with at least three to four suspects believed to be involved.

The FBI has classified her death as a hate crime, and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation has received over 237 tips related to the case. A $75,000 reward is currently offered for information leading to the resolution of this heartbreaking case. Join us as we explore the details surrounding Maggie Long's murder and the ongoing efforts to bring her killer to justice.

The $75,000 reward is being offered in this case on behalf of the Park County Sheriff's Office, Maggie Long's family, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Anyone with information is asked to call the Maggie Long Task Force tip line at (303) 239-4243 or email: [email protected].

SOURCES:

CBI

FBI

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/19/us/maggie-long-murder-hate-crime.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

https://www.cpr.org/2024/12/04/reward-offered-information-maggie-long-murder/

https://www.cpr.org/2022/03/25/more-than-four-years-later-memories-of-maggie-long-linger-for-friends-family/

9News

CBS Colorado

9News

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