Why Dey Do Dat?

This week on WDDD, Sarah recounts the tragic tale of the untimely and needless passing of Reeva Steenkamp, a promising South African model, actress, and emerging advocate for women's rights.

Oscar Pistorius, a South African Paralympic athlete, fatally shot his partner Reeva Steenkamp on February 14, 2013, asserting that he had mistaken her for an intruder. Following a widely publicized trial, he was initially found guilty of culpable homicide. However, an appeal led to his conviction of murder in 2015. In 2017, Pistorius was sentenced to 13 years in prison. This case spurred discussions on self-defense, firearm regulation, and domestic abuse.

Tragically ironic, Reeva lost her life at the hands of her intimate partner just one day prior to delivering a speech addressing the impact of domestic violence in South Africa.

Tune in as we delve into this heart-wrenching and preventable narrative.

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This week on WDDD? La Shaunda takes us on a journey down under once again. In the 1980s, Australia was rocked by the shocking series of brutal crimes orchestrated by David and Catherine Birnie, known as the Moorehouse Murders. Their heinous acts targeted young women, luring them into their home with deceptive promises of assistance. Once inside, the couple inflicted unspeakable horrors upon their victims, subjecting them to sexual assault, torture, and ultimately, murder. The reign of terror perpetrated by the Birnies finally came to an end in 1986 when a potential victim managed to escape and promptly alerted the authorities. Subsequently, the couple was brought to justice, facing convictions for multiple counts of murder, sexual assault, and kidnapping. As a consequence of their crimes, they were sentenced to life imprisonment.

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This week on WDDD, Sarah delves into the enigma surrounding the passing of Elisa Lam, a student at the University of British Columbia. Elisa had aspirations, dreams, and a bright future ahead, much like many other 21-year-olds in North America.

When her ambitions had to be temporarily set aside due to mental health challenges, Elisa concluded that embarking on a solo journey along the West Coast would offer her the clarity needed to pave the way toward improved well-being.

In her youthful innocence, Elisa unwittingly finds herself in one of the most perilous neighborhoods in the entire US—Skid Row.

As Elisa fails to check out of her room at the infamous Cecil Hotel and loses contact with her parents, a race against time ensues to locate her.

Both law enforcement and online detectives become captivated by this perplexing missing persons case, giving rise to numerous theories and even conspiracies. However, with the discovery of Elisa's remains, the mystery only deepens.

Join us as we explore the life and untimely passing of a young, promising Canadian woman, whose time was tragically cut short.

Links to Elisa's blog and social collections: http://elisa-lam-blogs.blogspot.com/

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This week on WDDD, La Shaunda brings to light the chilling tale of Melvin Rees, infamously known as the Sex Beast (we hate that it kind of rhymes).

Traveling back to a seemingly safer and more trusting era in America, where doors remained unlocked, and strangers were assisted without a second thought, Melvin Rees exploited the trusting nature of the time. Over a period of two years in the late 1950s, Rees perpetrated at least 5 heinous murders in Virginia and Maryland. Among his victims was an unfortunate family in Virginia, who experienced unspeakable brutality.

The story unfolds when the family's abandoned car is discovered on the roadside, triggering a relentless search to find them. As investigators delve deeper into the case, they stumble upon what can only be described as a sinister sex dungeon, revealing even more grisly discoveries in its wake.

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This week on WDDD, Sarah brings us a haunting and well-known Canadian tragedy - the Greyhound bus beheading. This deeply distressing event left a lasting scar on the nation and still resonates in the hearts of many.

Our focus is on the innocent young man, Tim McLean, whose life was tragically cut short while on his way to visit his family before embarking on a new and promising journey in British Columbia, Canada. The horrifying manner of his death and the desecration of his body on that fateful Greyhound bus turned his story into a true horror tale that shook the world to its core.

Join us while we explore the aftermath of the incident, including the controversial ruling on the perpetrator's punishment that left many Canadians in uproar and living in fear. Together, we aim to remember Tim McLean, shed light on the impact of such a heinous act, and discuss the broader societal implications surrounding this tragic event.

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This week on WDDD? La Shaunda explores the bone-chilling true crime story of Leonarda Cianciulli, a notorious Italian serial killer. Discover the shocking secrets hidden behind her seemingly ordinary life and delve into the twisted depths of her disturbed mind.

Born in the early 20th century, Leonarda's descent into darkness unfolded just as a romani psychic had once told her it would. She lured unsuspecting victims into her home, murdering them and then grotesquely disposing of their bodies.

This episode examines the motivations behind Leonarda's macabre acts, exploring the factors that shaped her disturbed psyche. We delve into the events that led to her capture and the chilling lack of remorse she exhibited during her trial.

Join us as we uncover the chilling reality of Leonarda Cianciulli, a killer who left a haunting mark on Italy's history.

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This week on WDDD, we're thrilled to commemorate the final episode of Season 1!

In this special episode, Sarah brings us the story of the heartbreaking murder-suicide involving Phil Hartman and his wife, Brynn Omdahl-Hartman.

Hailing from Brantford, Ontario, Phil always knew he had a passion for entertaining people. From a young age, his incredible talent for hilarious impressions and his captivating charisma made him a beloved figure among fans. With remarkable roles such as voicing Troy McClure and Lionel Hutz on "The Simpsons," Phil was experiencing a meteoric rise in Hollywood and the comedy scene. The shocking news of his cold-blooded murder came as a devastating blow to everyone who adored him.

Join us as we delve into the tragic yet captivating details surrounding the downfall of this cherished Canadian Walk of Fame icon.

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This week on WDDD, La Shaunda presents the captivating tale of Tracey Wigginton, famously known as the "Lesbian Vampire" of Brisbane.

Tracey endured a difficult childhood and was introduced to the world of the occult at an early age by her own grandparents. Her fascination with blood, gore, and, unsurprisingly, vampires only intensified from there.

While her girlfriend willingly satisfied her desires for blood, it eventually failed to satiate Tracey's cravings, leading her to formulate plans to acquire fresh blood.

Join us as we delve into the chilling account of Tracey's transformation from a childhood ballroom dancer to a notorious Australian murderer and vampire.

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This week on WDDD? La Shaunda is healthy and back in action!

In this episode, we delve into one of the most perplexing and chilling unsolved mysteries in history—the Hinterkaifeck murders.

Join us as we explore the eerie events that took place in 1922 on a remote farm in Germany, leaving six people brutally slain and an entire community gripped by fear.

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This week on WDDD? La Shaunda brings us back to Nazi Germany circa WW2. As if things weren't crazy and awful enough, queue Szilvester Matuska, a man sexually motivated by carnage and tragedy.

Matuska had a passion for explosives and learned all about them during WW1. Years later as his passion for trains was taking hold, he had the devious idea to combine the two in a bid to see as much carnage as he could create.

It may have been around this time that Matuksa realized he was more into destruction than even he realized. Possibly one of the only people to ever be thought to have had symphorophilia(sexual interest and arousal derived from stage-managing the occurrence of a disaster and then watching it), Matuska's motivations went beyond those of your everyday terrorist.

Join us for this sad and strange tale.

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