Covering the victims that need it most. Every life matters. Everyone deserves justice.

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A twice convicted murderer, an alias, and a fugitive on the run.  In 2002, Ivora “Ivory” Huntley was murdered in Oakland, California after stepping in to protect a friend from an abusive boyfriend. The man accused of killing her, DeMorris Hunter, disappeared.  Months later and nearly 3,000 miles away, another woman was murdered. As investigators began piecing together the connections between the two cases, they uncovered a disturbing history of violence dating back nearly two decades — and discovered the man they were looking for was living under an alias.  SOURCES:<a href="https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2026/08/04/convicted-killer-demorris-hunter-set-to-be-sentenced/" rel="nofollow">Convicted killer DeMorris Hunter sentenced to death for 2002 Orlando murder</a> <a href="https://www.sao5.org/defendant-sentenced-to-death-for-2002-murder-of-theresa-green/" rel="nofollow">DEFENDANT SENTENCED TO DEATH FOR 2002 MURDER OF THERESA GREEN - Office of The State Attorney, Fifth Judicial Circuit, Florida</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/news/fl-v-demorris-hunter-serial-killer-cold-case-trial/" rel="nofollow">FL v. Demorris Hunter: Serial Killer Cold Case Trial | Court TV</a> <a href="https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2005/05/06/killer-gets-110-years-here-faces-murder-charge-in-fla/" rel="nofollow">Killer gets 110 years here, faces murder charge in Fla.East Bay Timeshttps://www.eastbaytimes.com › Glenn Chapman</a> <a href="https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2015/02/08/california-murderer-extradited-to-florida-to-face-charges-in-2002-college-park-slaying/" rel="nofollow">California murderer extradited to Florida to face charges in 2002 College Park slaying – Sun Sentinel</a> <a href="https://www.newspapers.com/search/results/?date=2002&keyword=Ivora+Huntley+" rel="nofollow">Ivora Huntley - Search - Newspapers.com™</a> <a href="https://www.wesh.com/article/serial-killer-long-delayed-trial-2002-murder-woman-found-trunk/63241551" rel="nofollow">https://www.wesh.com/article/serial-killer-long-delayed-trial-2002-murder-woman-found-trunk/63241551</a> <a href="https://www.orlando-news.com/2026/08/04/judge-sentences-demorris-hunter-to-death-for-2002-murder-of-theresa-green/" rel="nofollow">https://www.orlando-news.com/2026/08/04/judge-sentences-demorris-hunter-to-death-for-2002-murder-of-theresa-green/</a> <a href="https://www.newspapers.com/image/758600609/?match=2&search-id=5a0b4183-f3c1-425b-a007-ff4fcabe0ae0&search-rank=2&terms=Cesar+Guzman" rel="nofollow">Jan 07, 1985, page 7 - Oakland Tribune at Newspapers.com™ - Newspapers.com™</a> <a href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-feb-25-me-sbriefs25.3-story.html" rel="nofollow">Suspect in Shooting Death Arrested in Texas - Los Angeles Times</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

251. “Fugitive” - The Case of Ivora “Ivory” Huntley - Oakland, California - [ Part 1 of 2]

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A kidnapping, sex trafficking, and a house party.  In September of 2017, 20-year-old Alexis Camry Scott disappeared from Peoria, Illinois.  Weeks earlier, Alexis had returned home from a trip to Las Vegas claiming she had been kidnapped and sex trafficked.  After her disappearance, investigators uncovered conflicting accounts surrounding a house party, surveillance footage that didn’t match witness statements and a disturbing lead involving blood and a burn mattress.  Nine years later, Alexis remains missing.  Where is Alexis Camry Scott?  Anyone with information about the disappearance of Alexis Scott is encouraged to contact the Peoria Police Department at 309-673-4521.  Tips can also be submitted anonymously through tip 411 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 309-673-9000. There is a reward of up to $2,500 for information. SOURCES: <a href="https://www.25newsnow.com/2025/09/24/eight-years-later-family-alexis-scott-continue-search-answers-her-disappearance/" rel="nofollow">8 years later, family of Alexis Scott continue to search for answers in her disappearance</a> <a href="https://cookcountysheriffil.gov/person/alexis-c-scott/" rel="nofollow">Alexis C. Scott | Cook County Sheriff&#39;s Office</a> <a href="https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/justice-alexis-camry-scott/" rel="nofollow">Peoria marks 8 years since Alexis Scott&#39;s disappearance</a> <a href="https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/justice-alexis-camry-scott/" rel="nofollow">Peoria marks 8 years since Alexis Scott&#39;s disappearance</a> <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/missing-in-america/young-mother-alexis-scott-disappears-party-peoria-illinois-n820491" rel="nofollow">Young Mother Alexis Scott Disappears from Party in Peoria, Illinois</a> <a href="https://oag.ca.gov/missing/person/alexis-c-scott" rel="nofollow">Alexis C Scott | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General</a> <a href="https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/local/2025/09/22/peoria-police-say-alexis-scott-investigation-remains-open-after-2017-disappearance/86299478007/" rel="nofollow">Peoria police say Alexis Scott investigation still open</a> <a href="https://charleyproject.org/case/alexis-camry-scott" rel="nofollow">Alexis Camry Scott – The Charley Project</a> Investigation Discovery: <a href="https://fb.watch/JlmHSwaQ0P/?fs=e" rel="nofollow">https://fb.watch/JlmHSwaQ0P/?fs=e</a> <a href="https://www.wcbu.org/peoria-public-radio-news/2018-08-30/peoria-police-update-search-for-alexis-scott?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="nofollow">https://www.wcbu.org/peoria-public-radio-news/2018-08-30/peoria-police-update-search-for-alexis-scott?utm</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

250. "The House Party" - The Case of Alexis Camry Scott - Peoria, Illinois

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A tumultuous relationship, a single gunshot, and a secret recording.  On October 1st, 2021, 20-year-old Rena Nguyen was found dead from a single gunshot wound in the upstairs bedroom of her boyfriend, Caleb Rees’ home.  Rena’s death was initially ruled a suicide.  While it was true, that Rena had pulled the trigger, three years later, a secret recording was discovered that changed the entire course of the investigation.   If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, resources are available in the US at the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE or visit <a href="https://www.thehotline.org/" rel="nofollow">Domestic Violence Support | National Domestic Violence Hotline</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a>Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a>Least of These on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a>Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> SOURCES: <a href="https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/07/18/rare-prosecution-byu-students/" rel="nofollow">BYU student’s boyfriend sentenced for manslaughter after abuse preceding her suicide</a> <a href="https://utahnewsdispatch.com/2026/07/21/utah-college-student-suicide-boyfriend-sentenced-to-prison/" rel="nofollow">Almost 5 years after a Utah college student’s suicide, her boyfriend heads to prison • Utah News Dispatch</a> <a href="https://lawandcrime.com/crime/stop-please-college-students-boyfriend-called-her-stupid-told-her-she-needed-to-be-in-mental-institution-before-she-died-by-suicide-with-his-gun/" rel="nofollow">Man berated girlfriend, leading to her suicide with his gun</a> <a href="https://www.ksl.com/article/51599166/man-sentenced-to-prison-after-recording-shows-abuse-of-girlfriend-before-her-suicide" rel="nofollow">Man sentenced to prison after recording shows abuse of girlfriend before her suicide | KSL.com</a> <a href="https://www.idahostatejournal.com/news/local/almost-5-years-after-a-utah-college-student-s-suicide-her-boyfriend-heads-to-prison/article_93fec60b-c465-4f0d-b4e3-4299382d8e2a.html" rel="nofollow">Almost 5 years after a Utah college student’s suicide, her boyfriend heads to prison | Local | idahostatejournal.com</a> <a href="https://www.standard.net/news/2026/jul/21/almost-5-years-after-a-utah-college-students-suicide-her-boyfriend-heads-to-prison/" rel="nofollow">Almost 5 years after a Utah college student’s suicide, her boyfriend heads to prison | News, Sports, Jobs - Standard-Examiner</a> <a href="https://kutv.com/news/local/man-sentenced-to-up-to-20-years-in-prison-for-crime-that-resulted-in-girlfriends-suicide" rel="nofollow">Man sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for crime that resulted in girlfriend&#39;s suicide</a> <a href="https://www.abc4.com/news/crime/orem-man-sentenced-manslaughter-girlfriend-suicide/" rel="nofollow">&#39;Just unnerving&#39;: Orem man sentenced to prison for manslaughter in girlfriend&#39;s 2021 suicide</a> <a href="https://krdo.com/news/2025/05/14/mans-alleged-abuse-led-to-girlfriends-suicide-prosecutors-say/" rel="nofollow">Man&#39;s alleged abuse led to girlfriend&#39;s suicide, prosecutors say | KRDO</a> <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/prosecutors-pursue-charges-against-man-013434940.html" rel="nofollow">Prosecutors pursue charges against man accused of pushing his girlfriend to suicide</a> <a href="https://www.abc4.com/news/wasatch-front/family-sues-orem-pd-over-daughters-death/" rel="nofollow">Family sues Orem PD over daughter&#39;s death</a> <a href="https://www.heraldextra.com/news/2025/may/13/parents-of-byu-student-killed-by-gunshot-wound-call-for-more-awareness-around-the-warning-signs-of-domestic-violence/" rel="nofollow">Parents of BYU student killed by gunshot wound call for more awareness around the warning signs of domestic violence | News, Sports, Jobs - Daily Herald</a> <a href="https://www.ksl.com/article/news/utah/police-and-courts/man-ordered-to-stand-trial-for-death-of-girlfriend-after-prosecutors-say-abuse-led-to-her-suicide/51313946" rel="nofollow">Man ordered to stand trial for death of girlfriend after prosecutors say abuse led to her suicide | KSL.com</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0krdgjy0kko" rel="nofollow">Man jailed for killing wife who jumped from bridge</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

249. “Culpable” - The Case of Rena Nguyen - Orem, Utah

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A missing woman, a hotel card, and a fax number.  On January 29th, 1999, 45-year-old Diane Wolf vanished after a shift at Hanover Foods.  She was last captured on surveillance video making a $300 deposit at the drive through ATM at Allfirst Bank. Her 1994 teal Pontiac Grand Prix was later found at Weis Market.  As investigators re-examined the case a decade later, new clues surfaced. Perhaps Diane’s life was more complicated than anyone originally thought. Diane Wolf remains missing.  At the time of her disappearance, Diane was 45 years old, 5’6, 180 pounds with brown eyes. She had recently dyed her hair red. Diane wore glasses, has three earrings on each ear, and a purple rose tattoo on her left ankle.  Anyone with any information regarding the disappearance of Diane Wolf has been asked to contact PSP Gettysburg at 717-334-8111 or Adams County Crimestoppers who are offering a cash reward. Tips can also be submitted <a href="https://adamscountycrimestoppers.org/?fbclid=IwAR2AbV5df0kcWNwqUIQ48l_m68Yeo1xuyxMwnADuRocgwHAGKYEERaVofMo" rel="nofollow">here</a>.  Sources:<a href="https://www.newspapers.com/search/results/?keyword=Diane+Wolf&region=us-pa" rel="nofollow">Diane Wolf - Search - Newspapers.com™</a> <a href="https://charleyproject.org/case/diane-louise-wolf" rel="nofollow">Diane Louise Wolf – The Charley Project</a> <a href="https://www.fox43.com/article/news/crime/cold-cases/cold-case-missing-diane-wolf-conewago-township-hanover-york-adams-county-true-crime/521-5e718bc0-5b4b-475e-868e-30e7a4c6779e" rel="nofollow">No body, no answers: What happened to Adams County native Diane Wolf? | fox43.com</a> <a href="https://namus.nij.ojp.gov/case/MP1466" rel="nofollow">Missing Person / NamUs #MP1466 | NamUs</a> <a href="https://adamscountycrimestoppers.org/missing-persons/" rel="nofollow">Missing Persons</a> <a href="https://www.eveningsun.com/story/news/2018/09/26/true-crime-pennsylvania-murder-hanover-adams-county-unsolved-homicides-diane-wolf/1268620002/" rel="nofollow">Unsolved case: Diane Wolf still missing after disappearing 19 years</a> <a href="https://www.fox43.com/video/life/no-body-no-answers-what-happened-to-adams-county-native-diane-wolf/521-908a03a2-2d31-495b-a1c7-14ad6f681ae7" rel="nofollow">No body, no answers: What happened to Adams County native Diane Wolf? | fox43.com</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

248. “Soap Opera” - The Case of Diane Wolf - Hanover, Pennsylvania

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El Chapo, a bowl of ants and a unanimous verdict.On June 3rd, 2024, 38-year-old Margot Wood and her son, Julian, stopped at the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted, Ohio, to pick up groceries. As Margot pushed Julian in the shopping cart to her silver minivan, the mother and son were attacked by a woman wielding a knife. Three-year-old Julian was killed. 32-year-old, Bionca Ellis had a history of mental illness. But no one could’ve imagined such a brutal attack in broad daylight with people all around. On October 6th, 2025, Bionca Ellis was in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas in front of Judge John Russo. The defense presented their case and the verdict was in.SOURCES:Surveillance Videos:<a href="https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm</a><a href="https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l</a><a href="https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI</a><a href="https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY</a>Bionca Ellis Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Eligibility for Parole for Stabbing and Killing 3-Year-Old Julian Wood and Stabbing 37-Year-Old Mother at Giant Eagle in North Olmsted – Cuyahoga County Prosecutor&#39;s OfficeBionca Ellis claims jury was “misinformed” and “tricked” into guilty verdict | Court TVBionca Ellis appeals verdict in murder of 3-year-old Julian WoodNew details on appeal filed by attorney for Bionca Ellis, woman convicted of killing toddler at Giant EagleBionca Ellis gets life with no parole<a href="https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/" rel="nofollow">https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/</a>LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 2: Witnesses recall day of stabbingLIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 4: State rests its caseLIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 5: Defense rests its caseLIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 6: Jury deliberations beginOhio woman found guilty in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old boy outside grocery store - CBS PittsburghJudge finds woman incompetent to stand trial in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old outside supermarket | AP NewsBionca Ellis deemed competent to stand trial for stabbing death of 3-year-oldPsychiatrists disagree if Bionca Ellis was insane during stabbing death of childBionca Ellis incompetent to stand trialRecords: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in CaliforniaRecords: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in CaliforniaWoman accused of killing 3-year-old in random attack giggles in court | Court TVBionca Ellis trial focuses on insanity defense | <a href="https://wkyc.com/" rel="nofollow">wkyc.com</a>Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a>Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a>Least of These on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a>Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

247. “Ten Minutes of Violence” - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 3 - The Defense & Verdict - FINAL]

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Multiple witnesses, heartbreaking testimony, and questions of sanity.  On June 3rd, 2024, 38-year-old Margot Wood and her son, Julian, stopped at the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted, Ohio, to pick up groceries.  As Margot pushed Julian in the shopping cart to her silver minivan, the mother and son were attacked by a woman wielding a knife. Three-year-old Julian was killed.  32-year-old, Bionca Ellis had a history of mental illness. But no one could’ve imagined such a brutal attack in broad daylight with people all around.  On October 6th, 2025, Bionca Ellis was in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas in front of Judge John Russo. The prosecution presented their case. SOURCES: Surveillance Videos: <a href="https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY</a> <a href="https://www.ccprosecutor.us/bionca-ellis-sentenced-prison-for-stabbing-and-killing-3-year-old-julian-wood-and-stabbing-37-year-old-mother-at-giant-eagle-in-north-olmsted/" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Eligibility for Parole for Stabbing and Killing 3-Year-Old Julian Wood and Stabbing 37-Year-Old Mother at Giant Eagle in North Olmsted – Cuyahoga County Prosecutor&#39;s Office</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/news/bionca-ellis-claims-jury-was-misinformed-and-tricked-into-guilty-verdict/" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis claims jury was “misinformed” and “tricked” into guilty verdict | Court TV</a> <a href="https://fox8.com/news/bionca-ellis-appeals-life-sentence-for-murder-of-3-year-old-in-grocery-store-parking-lot/" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis appeals verdict in murder of 3-year-old Julian Wood</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2026/04/27/new-details-appeal-filed-by-attorney-bionca-ellis-woman-convicted-killing-toddler-giant-eagle/" rel="nofollow">New details on appeal filed by attorney for Bionca Ellis, woman convicted of killing toddler at Giant Eagle</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/8-30-am-bionca-ellis-to-be-sentenced-for-fatal-stabbing-of-3-year-old-boy" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis gets life with no parole</a> <a href="https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/" rel="nofollow">https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/07/day-2-justice-julian-trial-live-blog/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 2: Witnesses recall day of stabbing</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/09/live-blog-justice-julian-trial-day-4-prosecution-expected-call-their-last-witnesses/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 4: State rests its case</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/10/live-blog-justice-julian-trial-day-5/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 5: Defense rests its case</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/14/live-blog-justice-julian-trial-no-court-columbus-day-clone/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 6: Jury deliberations begin</a> <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/bionca-ellis-trial-update-guilty/" rel="nofollow">Ohio woman found guilty in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old boy outside grocery store - CBS Pittsburgh</a> <a href="https://apnews.com/article/grocery-stabbing-child-ohio-julian-wood-9ab162655880042b01ea72876fe44859" rel="nofollow">Judge finds woman incompetent to stand trial in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old outside supermarket | AP News</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/we-follow-through/bionca-ellis-deemed-competent-to-stand-trial-for-stabbing-death-of-3-year-old-julian-wood" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis deemed competent to stand trial for stabbing death of 3-year-old</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/psychiatrists-disagree-whether-bionca-ellis-was-insane-during-stabbing-death-of-toddler" rel="nofollow">Psychiatrists disagree if Bionca Ellis was insane during stabbing death of child</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/court-records-bionca-ellis-incompetent-to-stand-trial-shes-ordered-to-have-inpatient-treatment" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis incompetent to stand trial</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/records-bionca-ellis-makes-claim-about-killing-someone-in-california-judge-sets-december-trial" rel="nofollow">Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/records-bionca-ellis-makes-claim-about-killing-someone-in-california-judge-sets-december-trial" rel="nofollow">Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/news/woman-accused-of-killing-3-year-old-in-random-attack-giggles-in-court/" rel="nofollow">Woman accused of killing 3-year-old in random attack giggles in court | Court TV</a> <a href="https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/legal-expert-bionca-ellis-trial-not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity-plea-julian-wood-north-olmsted-giant-eagle/95-af2f4693-24c0-4987-8ede-ecb740d9e947" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis trial focuses on insanity defense | wkyc.com</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

246. “Ten Minutes of Violence” - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 2 - The Prosecution]

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A shopping trip, two knives, and questions of competency.  On June 3rd, 2024, 38-year-old Margot Wood and her son, Julian, stopped at the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted, Ohio, to pick up groceries.  As Margot pushed Julian in the shopping cart to her silver minivan, the mother and son were attacked by a woman wielding a knife. Three-year-old Julian was killed.  32-year-old, Bionca Ellis had a history of mental illness. But no one could’ve imagined such a brutal attack in broad daylight with people all around.  As the case made its way to trial there were questions as to whether or not Ellis would be held criminally responsible.  SOURCES: Surveillance Videos: <a href="https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY</a> <a href="https://www.ccprosecutor.us/bionca-ellis-sentenced-prison-for-stabbing-and-killing-3-year-old-julian-wood-and-stabbing-37-year-old-mother-at-giant-eagle-in-north-olmsted/" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Eligibility for Parole for Stabbing and Killing 3-Year-Old Julian Wood and Stabbing 37-Year-Old Mother at Giant Eagle in North Olmsted – Cuyahoga County Prosecutor&#39;s Office</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/news/bionca-ellis-claims-jury-was-misinformed-and-tricked-into-guilty-verdict/" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis claims jury was “misinformed” and “tricked” into guilty verdict | Court TV</a> <a href="https://fox8.com/news/bionca-ellis-appeals-life-sentence-for-murder-of-3-year-old-in-grocery-store-parking-lot/" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis appeals verdict in murder of 3-year-old Julian Wood</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2026/04/27/new-details-appeal-filed-by-attorney-bionca-ellis-woman-convicted-killing-toddler-giant-eagle/" rel="nofollow">New details on appeal filed by attorney for Bionca Ellis, woman convicted of killing toddler at Giant Eagle</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/8-30-am-bionca-ellis-to-be-sentenced-for-fatal-stabbing-of-3-year-old-boy" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis gets life with no parole</a> <a href="https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/" rel="nofollow">https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/07/day-2-justice-julian-trial-live-blog/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 2: Witnesses recall day of stabbing</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/09/live-blog-justice-julian-trial-day-4-prosecution-expected-call-their-last-witnesses/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 4: State rests its case</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/10/live-blog-justice-julian-trial-day-5/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 5: Defense rests its case</a> <a href="https://www.cleveland19.com/2025/10/14/live-blog-justice-julian-trial-no-court-columbus-day-clone/" rel="nofollow">LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 6: Jury deliberations begin</a> <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/bionca-ellis-trial-update-guilty/" rel="nofollow">Ohio woman found guilty in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old boy outside grocery store - CBS Pittsburgh</a> <a href="https://apnews.com/article/grocery-stabbing-child-ohio-julian-wood-9ab162655880042b01ea72876fe44859" rel="nofollow">Judge finds woman incompetent to stand trial in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old outside supermarket | AP News</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/we-follow-through/bionca-ellis-deemed-competent-to-stand-trial-for-stabbing-death-of-3-year-old-julian-wood" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis deemed competent to stand trial for stabbing death of 3-year-old</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/psychiatrists-disagree-whether-bionca-ellis-was-insane-during-stabbing-death-of-toddler" rel="nofollow">Psychiatrists disagree if Bionca Ellis was insane during stabbing death of child</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/court-records-bionca-ellis-incompetent-to-stand-trial-shes-ordered-to-have-inpatient-treatment" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis incompetent to stand trial</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/records-bionca-ellis-makes-claim-about-killing-someone-in-california-judge-sets-december-trial" rel="nofollow">Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California</a> <a href="https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/records-bionca-ellis-makes-claim-about-killing-someone-in-california-judge-sets-december-trial" rel="nofollow">Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/news/woman-accused-of-killing-3-year-old-in-random-attack-giggles-in-court/" rel="nofollow">Woman accused of killing 3-year-old in random attack giggles in court | Court TV</a> <a href="https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/legal-expert-bionca-ellis-trial-not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity-plea-julian-wood-north-olmsted-giant-eagle/95-af2f4693-24c0-4987-8ede-ecb740d9e947" rel="nofollow">Bionca Ellis trial focuses on insanity defense | wkyc.com</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

245. "Ten Minutes" - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 1]

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An extradition, two trials, and a second death.  In a Scottish courtroom, authorities try to prove that Arthur Knight is actually Nicholas Alahverdian Rossi. After his extradition to the United States, Rossi faces justice in two Utah courtrooms. Just when authorities think they’ve heard it all, more victims come forward.  SOURCES:<a href="https://www.saltlakecounty.gov/district-attorney/Media/statement-on-the-death-of-nicholas-rossi/" rel="nofollow">Statement on the Death of Nicholas Rossi - District Attorney | Salt Lake County</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz75px7zl0wo" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi: Rapist who faked death and fled to Scotland dies in US prison</a> <a href="https://corrections.utah.gov/udc-announces-death-of-nicolas-rossi/" rel="nofollow">Inmate Nicholas Rossi Passes Away | UDC – Corrections</a> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/26/us-rapist-who-fled-to-scotland-after-appearing-to-fake-own-death-dies-in-hospital" rel="nofollow">US rapist who fled to Scotland after appearing to fake own death dies in hospital | US crime | The Guardian</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/tag/nicholas-rossi/" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi News Updates pg 1 of 1 | Court TV</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/lDW-O29Bazw?is=04DSV2Z7L_1_sn3G" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/lDW-O29Bazw?is=04DSV2Z7L_1_sn3G</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/wNlrQj4ZXLE?is=tJNEbNW63X7JG1zl" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/wNlrQj4ZXLE?is=tJNEbNW63X7JG1zl</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-59988720" rel="nofollow">US man who faked death found alive in Glasgow</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2349d9k999o" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi: How reality caught up with the man in the oxygen mask</a> <a href="https://nij.ojp.gov/media/image/19556" rel="nofollow">Figure 1: DNA Casework: Supply, Demand, Backlogs | National Institute of Justice</a> <a href="https://www.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh241/files/archives/factsheets/ojpfs_dnabacklog.html" rel="nofollow">Archived | OJP Fact Sheet: The DNA Backlog</a> <a href="https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/dna-evidence-backlogs-convicted-offender-and-arrestee-samples" rel="nofollow">https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/dna-evidence-backlogs-convicted-offender-and-arrestee-samples</a> <a href="https://www.oversight.gov/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2018-03/a1039.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://www.oversight.gov/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2018-03/a1039.pdf</a> <a href="https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/courts/2013/08/22/20130822-settlement-former-alleging-abuse-while-rhode-islands-department-children-youth-families/35399636007/" rel="nofollow">Settlement ends suit by former ward alleging abuse while ...The Providence Journalhttps://www.providencejournal.com › news › 2013/08/22</a> <a href="https://www.sakitta.org/utah/" rel="nofollow">State of Utah | Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI)</a> <a href="https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf</a>  <a href="https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf" rel="nofollow">State v. RossiOhio Supreme Court (.gov)https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov › docs › pdf</a> <a href="https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/2022/01/14/nicholas-alahverdian-ri-things-know-nicholas-rossi-utah-sex-assualt/6512073001/" rel="nofollow">https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/2022/01/14/nicholas-alahverdian-ri-things-know-nicholas-rossi-utah-sex-assualt/6512073001/</a> <a href="https://www.thetimes.com/uk/scotland/article/david-leavitt-prosecutor-nicholas-rossi-death-02wlpfkfz" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi prosecutor: I was his victim, but I pitied him</a> <a href="https://www.thetimes.com/uk/scotland/article/no-bail-for-rape-suspect-nicholas-rossi-who-faked-death-and-fled-us-n8g7jflkv" rel="nofollow">No bail for ‘rape suspect Nicholas Rossi who faked death and fled US’</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-67079356" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi arrested over 2017 Chelmsford rape allegation</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-67104415" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi bailed over Essex rape allegation</a> <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/essex-england-scottish-irish-edinburgh-sheriff-court-b2234405.html" rel="nofollow">US fugitive Nicholas Rossi faces questioning over rape claim in England | The Independent</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

244. "Dead Man Talking" - The Case of Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi - [Part 2 - FINAL]

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Arthur Knight, distinctive tattoos and a burial at sea. In 2021 a patient named Arthur Knight was admitted to Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital in Glasgow, Scotland.  Healthcare workers noticed that his tattoos were strikingly similar to an American born man wanted for rape charges out of Utah. That man was Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi.  When the man in the hospital was awake and conscious, he claimed he was an Irish born orphan who had never set foot on American soil. He was being framed.  Authorities were convinced they had located fugitive Nicholas Rossi. What was the truth? SOURCES:<a href="https://www.saltlakecounty.gov/district-attorney/Media/statement-on-the-death-of-nicholas-rossi/" rel="nofollow">Statement on the Death of Nicholas Rossi - District Attorney | Salt Lake County</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz75px7zl0wo" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi: Rapist who faked death and fled to Scotland dies in US prison</a> <a href="https://corrections.utah.gov/udc-announces-death-of-nicolas-rossi/" rel="nofollow">Inmate Nicholas Rossi Passes Away | UDC – Corrections</a> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/26/us-rapist-who-fled-to-scotland-after-appearing-to-fake-own-death-dies-in-hospital" rel="nofollow">US rapist who fled to Scotland after appearing to fake own death dies in hospital | US crime | The Guardian</a> <a href="https://www.courttv.com/tag/nicholas-rossi/" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi News Updates pg 1 of 1 | Court TV</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/lDW-O29Bazw?is=04DSV2Z7L_1_sn3G" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/lDW-O29Bazw?is=04DSV2Z7L_1_sn3G</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/wNlrQj4ZXLE?is=tJNEbNW63X7JG1zl" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/wNlrQj4ZXLE?is=tJNEbNW63X7JG1zl</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-59988720" rel="nofollow">US man who faked death found alive in Glasgow</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2349d9k999o" rel="nofollow">Nicholas Rossi: How reality caught up with the man in the oxygen mask</a> <a href="https://nij.ojp.gov/media/image/19556" rel="nofollow">Figure 1: DNA Casework: Supply, Demand, Backlogs | National Institute of Justice</a> <a href="https://www.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh241/files/archives/factsheets/ojpfs_dnabacklog.html" rel="nofollow">Archived | OJP Fact Sheet: The DNA Backlog</a> <a href="https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/dna-evidence-backlogs-convicted-offender-and-arrestee-samples" rel="nofollow">https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/dna-evidence-backlogs-convicted-offender-and-arrestee-samples</a> <a href="https://www.oversight.gov/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2018-03/a1039.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://www.oversight.gov/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2018-03/a1039.pdf</a> <a href="https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/courts/2013/08/22/20130822-settlement-former-alleging-abuse-while-rhode-islands-department-children-youth-families/35399636007/" rel="nofollow">Settlement ends suit by former ward alleging abuse while ...The Providence Journalhttps://www.providencejournal.com › news › 2013/08/22</a> <a href="https://www.sakitta.org/utah/" rel="nofollow">State of Utah | Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI)</a> <a href="https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf</a>  <a href="https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf" rel="nofollow">State v. RossiOhio Supreme Court (.gov)https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov › docs › pdf</a> <a href="https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/2022/01/14/nicholas-alahverdian-ri-things-know-nicholas-rossi-utah-sex-assualt/6512073001/" rel="nofollow">https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/2022/01/14/nicholas-alahverdian-ri-things-know-nicholas-rossi-utah-sex-assualt/6512073001/</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

243. “Dead Man Talking” - The Case of Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi - [Part 1]

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173 empty bottles, text messages, and an iPad on the floor.  On March 9th, 2026, 55-year-old Gretchen Ryan called 911 to report that she had found her 16-year-old daughter Grace unresponsive on the bathroom floor.  First responders arrived and Grace Ryan was pronounced deceased at the scene.  Investigators found empty bottles of alcohol hidden throughout the teenage girl’s room.  At first her mother claimed she didn’t know if her daughter had been “getting into her stuff” but an investigation revealed something more sinister than anyone could have imagined.  If you or someone you know is suffering from substance abuse, there is help available. In the US, resources are available by calling 1-800-662-4357 or visiting SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration  SOURCES:<a href="https://firstda.co/news-update/woman-charged-with-murder-following-death-of-her-16-year-old-daughter/" rel="nofollow">Woman Charged with Murder Following Death of Her 16-Year-Old Daughter - Colorado First Judicial District Attorney&#39;s Office</a> <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/us/colorado-mom-allegedly-bought-alcohol-daily-16-year-old-daughter-found-dead-173-empty-bottles" rel="nofollow">https://www.foxnews.com/us/colorado-mom-allegedly-bought-alcohol-daily-16-year-old-daughter-found-dead-173-empty-bottles</a> <a href="https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/im-killing-you-texts-show-arvada-mom-charged-for-murder-feared-jail-leading-up-to-teens-alcohol-death" rel="nofollow">‘I’m killing you’: Docs show mom feared jail before teen’s alcohol‑related death</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/06/25/us-news/mom-charged-with-murder-of-daughter-16-who-drank-herself-to-death/" rel="nofollow">Mom charged with murder of daughter, 16, who drank herself to death</a> <a href="https://www.denverpost.com/2026/06/03/colorado-mom-charged-murder-teen-alcohol-death/" rel="nofollow">https://www.denverpost.com/2026/06/03/colorado-mom-charged-murder-teen-alcohol-death/</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

242. “I’m Gonna Die” - The Case of Grace Ryan - Arvada, Colorado

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An allegation, a double murder, and a gold chain necklace.  In April of 2022 concerned family members requested a welfare check at the home of 35-year-old Raechyl Blackshear.  Weeks earlier Raechyl had brought her 14-year-old daughter, Jayla to the Anchorage Police Department. Jayla told officials she had been sexually assaulted by a male family member.  When the family began receiving text messages from Raechyl and Jayla but couldn’t reach them by phone, alarm bells started ringing. But no one could have imagined the true horror that had unfolded at their home in Northeast Anchorage.  RESOURCES: <ul><li><a href="http://www.thehotline.org/" rel="nofollow">National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7)</a> (800) 799-7233</li><li><a href="https://humantraffickinghotline.org/" rel="nofollow">National Human Trafficking Hotline</a> (888) 373-7888</li><li><a href="https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline" rel="nofollow">National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)</a> (800) 656-HOPE (4673)</li><li><a href="https://rainn.org/" rel="nofollow">RAINN</a>: Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network</li><li><a href="http://www.nsvrc.org/" rel="nofollow">NSVRC</a>: National Sexual Violence Resource Center</li><li>National Sexual Abuse Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE 1-800-656-4673</li></ul> SOURCES: <a href="https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/63252517/united-states-v-blackshear/" rel="nofollow">United States v. Blackshear, 1:22-mj-00451 – CourtListener.com</a> <a href="https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/crime-courts/2022/05/10/raechyl-blackshear-a-devoted-mother-struggled-in-secret-her-family-hopes-the-murders-of-her-and-her-daughter-focus-attention-on-domestic-and-sexual-abuse/" rel="nofollow">Raechyl Blackshear, a devoted mother, struggled in secret. Her family hopes the murders of her and her daughter focus attention on domestic and sexual abuse. - Anchorage Daily News</a> <a href="https://www.anchoragepolice.com/news/jalonni-blackshear-indicted-for-double-murder-and-sexual-assault-of-a-minor" rel="nofollow">Jalonni Blackshear PLEADS GUILTY TO THE MURDER OF HIS WIFE AND DAUGHTER — Anchorage Police Department</a> <a href="https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2026/06/04/former-alaska-corrections-officer-gets-150-years-killing-wife-daughter/" rel="nofollow">Former Alaska corrections officer gets 150 years for killing wife, daughter</a> <a href="https://www.anchoragepolice.com/news/jalonni-blackshear-sentenced-to-150-years-for-the-murders-of-his-wife-and-daughter" rel="nofollow">Jalonni Blackshear Sentenced To 150 Years for the Murders of His Wife and Daughter — Anchorage Police Department</a> <a href="https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/crime-courts/2022/04/20/man-wanted-in-connection-with-killing-of-anchorage-mother-and-daughter-arrested-in-new-york-state/" rel="nofollow">Man arrested in connection with killing of Anchorage mother and daughter also faces charges of child sex abuse - Anchorage Daily News</a> <a href="https://law.alaska.gov/press/releases/2026/012926-Blackshear.html" rel="nofollow">Press Release - Jalonni Blackshear Pleads Guilty to the Murder of his Wife and Daughter</a> <a href="https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/elk-grove/blackshear-arrest-killings/103-d1a985d7-c265-4aac-86a8-b41442bcf766" rel="nofollow">Raechyl Blackshear case: Elk Grove parents mourn daughter | abc10.com</a> <a href="https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/man-eyed-in-alaska-killings-of-mom-teen-daughter-nabbed-in-nyc/3654481/" rel="nofollow">Alaska Blackshear Killings: Suspect Arrested in New York City – NBC New York</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

241. “Behind Closed Doors” The Case of Raechyl & Jayla Blackshear - Anchorage, Alaska

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The second degree murder case against Aaron Spencer has been dismissed. Here’s my complete coverage of the case, with the update at the end.  You can skip to around 38 minutes for update.   SOURCES: Interview with Erin Cassinelli and Aaron Spencer - Arkansas Democrat Gazette <a href="https://youtu.be/YFtfVVzZk6M" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/YFtfVVzZk6M</a> <a href="https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2026/06/04/judge-dismisses-criminal-charges-against-aaron-spencer-the-dad-who-killed-daughters-alleged-molester" rel="nofollow">Judge dismisses criminal charges against Aaron Spencer, the dad who killed daughter’s alleged molester (UPDATED) - Arkansas Times</a> <a href="https://law.justia.com/cases/arkansas/supreme-court/2025/cr-25-66.html" rel="nofollow">SPENCER v. STATE OF ARKANSAS :: 2025Justia Lawhttps://law.justia.com › cases › arkansas › supreme-court</a> <a href="https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov/opad/case/43CR-24-551" rel="nofollow">43cr-24-551: state of arkansas v aaron spencerArkansas Judiciary (.gov)https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov › opad › case</a> <a href="https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov/opad/case/CR-26-38" rel="nofollow">cr-26-38: aaron spencer v state of arkansasArkansas Judiciary (.gov)https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov › opad › case</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

“A Justified Homicide” - The Case of Aaron Spencer - Lonoke County - CASE DISMISSED [Final Update]

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A trip to the 99 cent store, a saw, and the state’s star witness.  After murdering Jacquelin Bonds in 1963 and Ana Laura Sierra in 1985, Harvey Marcelin was paroled again.  Soon after his release he became obsessed with a woman he seemingly met at a women’s shelter.  Two years after being set free, Harvey Marcelin was charged with the murder of 68-year-old Susan Leyden.  SOURCES:<a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/senior-serial-killer-harvey-marcelin-convicted/19088548/" rel="nofollow">Senior serial killer Harvey Marcelin convicted again - ABC7 New York</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/harvey-marcelin-serial-killer-womans-torso-in-cart-shopping/11643335/" rel="nofollow">Police reveal disturbing details after 83-year-old &#39;serial killer&#39; arrested in torso murder in Brooklyn - ABC7 New York</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11638693/" rel="nofollow">https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11638693/</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11616630/" rel="nofollow">https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11616630/</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/nyregion/murder-brooklyn-dismember-guilty.html" rel="nofollow">For a Third Time, Elderly Man Is Convicted of a Grisly Murder - The New York Times</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/nyregion/how-did-a-two-time-killer-get-out-to-be-charged-again-at-age-83.html?smid=url-share" rel="nofollow">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/nyregion/how-did-a-two-time-killer-get-out-to-be-charged-again-at-age-83.html?smid=url-share</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/04/22/us-news/nyc-trans-serial-killer-87-on-trial-for-butchering-pal-and-taking-her-leg-shopping/" rel="nofollow">NYC trans serial killer Harvey Marcelin on trial for butchering pal</a> <a href="https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/462/36/280601/" rel="nofollow">https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/462/36/280601/</a> <a href="https://www.pennlive.com/crime/2022/03/after-killing-2-girlfriends-83-year-old-suspected-in-death-of-dismembered-woman.html" rel="nofollow">After killing 2 girlfriends, 83-year-old suspected in death of dismembered woman - pennlive.com</a> <a href="https://www.nydailynews.com/2022/03/10/brooklyn-serial-killer-83-charged-with-murder-after-cops-find-womans-severed-head-in-apartment/" rel="nofollow">Brooklyn serial killer, 83, charged with murder, severed head found</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/04/09/trans-serial-killer-harvey-marcelins-first-prison-interview/" rel="nofollow">Exclusive | Trans serial killer Harvey Marcelin&#39;s first prison interview</a> <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wicked-deeds/201908/how-serial-killers-cool-between-murders/amp" rel="nofollow">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wicked-deeds/201908/how-serial-killers-cool-between-murders/amp</a> <a href="https://people.com/harvey-marcelin-decades-behind-bars-for-murder-on-trial-again-11953469" rel="nofollow">He Spent Decades Behind Bars for Killing 2 Girlfriends. At 87, He&#39;s on Trial Again for Allegedly Dismembering Another Woman</a> <a href="https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ny-supreme-court/1278339.html" rel="nofollow">IN RE: Harvey MARCELIN (1999) | FindLaw</a> <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/east-new-york-brooklyn-woman-dismembered-murdered-marceline-harvey-arrest/" rel="nofollow">New information released on suspected serial killer Marceline Harvey after arrest in Brooklyn woman&#39;s murder - CBS New York</a> <a href="https://www.police1.com/murder/articles/nypd-elderly-dismemberment-suspect-shopped-at-99-cent-store-with-victims-leg-in-tow-8AZPTGSKB6nO3WVt/" rel="nofollow">NYPD: Elderly dismemberment suspect shopped at 99 Cent store with victim’s leg in tow</a> <a href="https://www.brooklynda.org/2022/03/30/parolee-arraigned-for-murdering-and-dismembering-brooklyn-woman/" rel="nofollow">Parolee Arraigned for Murdering and Dismembering Brooklyn Woman - The Brooklyn District Attorney&#39;s Office</a> <a href="https://newjersey.news12.com/2026/04/23/key-witness-testifies-in-trial-of-87-year-old-alleged-serial-killer-accused-of-dismembering-woman/1y043bMjY0BKOzs9KHtFkN" rel="nofollow">News 12 | New Jersey | Key Witness Testifies In Trial Of 87 Year Old Alleged Serial Killer Accused Of Dismembering Woman</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/04/22/us-news/nyc-trans-serial-killer-87-on-trial-for-butchering-pal-and-taking-her-leg-shopping/?utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=aol" rel="nofollow">https://nypost.com/2026/04/22/us-news/nyc-trans-serial-killer-87-on-trial-for-butchering-pal-and-taking-her-leg-shopping/?utm_source=aol&amp;utm_campaign=nypost&amp;utm_medium=referral</a> <a href="https://pix11.com/news/local-news/suspect-in-barbaric-homicide-brought-slain-victims-leg-into-store-nypd/" rel="nofollow">Police: Convicted killer Harvey Marcelin traveled with victim&#39;s leg | PIX11</a> <a href="https://brooklynda.org/2026/05/08/elder-parolee-convicted-of-murdering-and-dismembering-brooklyn-woman-then-discarding-her-remains/" rel="nofollow">https://brooklynda.org/2026/05/08/elder-parolee-convicted-of-murdering-and-dismembering-brooklyn-woman-then-discarding-her-remains/</a> <a href="https://westchester.news12.com/2026/05/08/87-year-old-serial-killer-found-guilty-of-dismembering-woman-in-east-new-york/d0HWk8CehNH0sUj6qESWE" rel="nofollow">https://westchester.news12.com/2026/05/08/87-year-old-serial-killer-found-guilty-of-dismembering-woman-in-east-new-york/d0HWk8CehNH0sUj6qESWE</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

239. “Murder by Parole” - The Case of Susan Leyden - Brooklyn, New York - [Part 3 FINAL]

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A wannabe pimp, a shopping cart, and a bag of body parts.  After the murder of Jacqeline Bonds in 1963, after receiving a life sentence, Harvey Marcelin was released on lifetime parole.  About a year after his release, a man walking in Central Park discovered a bag of dismembered remains.  The victim was later identified as 29-year-old Ana Laura Sierra. Marcelin plead guilty to manslaughter. But once again, he wouldn’t remain behind bars.  SOURCES:<a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/senior-serial-killer-harvey-marcelin-convicted/19088548/" rel="nofollow">Senior serial killer Harvey Marcelin convicted again - ABC7 New York</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/harvey-marcelin-serial-killer-womans-torso-in-cart-shopping/11643335/" rel="nofollow">Police reveal disturbing details after 83-year-old &#39;serial killer&#39; arrested in torso murder in Brooklyn - ABC7 New York</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11638693/" rel="nofollow">https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11638693/</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11616630/" rel="nofollow">https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11616630/</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/nyregion/murder-brooklyn-dismember-guilty.html" rel="nofollow">For a Third Time, Elderly Man Is Convicted of a Grisly Murder - The New York Times</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/nyregion/how-did-a-two-time-killer-get-out-to-be-charged-again-at-age-83.html?smid=url-share" rel="nofollow">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/nyregion/how-did-a-two-time-killer-get-out-to-be-charged-again-at-age-83.html?smid=url-share</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/04/22/us-news/nyc-trans-serial-killer-87-on-trial-for-butchering-pal-and-taking-her-leg-shopping/" rel="nofollow">NYC trans serial killer Harvey Marcelin on trial for butchering pal</a> <a href="https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/462/36/280601/" rel="nofollow">https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/462/36/280601/</a> <a href="https://www.pennlive.com/crime/2022/03/after-killing-2-girlfriends-83-year-old-suspected-in-death-of-dismembered-woman.html" rel="nofollow">After killing 2 girlfriends, 83-year-old suspected in death of dismembered woman - pennlive.com</a> <a href="https://www.nydailynews.com/2022/03/10/brooklyn-serial-killer-83-charged-with-murder-after-cops-find-womans-severed-head-in-apartment/" rel="nofollow">Brooklyn serial killer, 83, charged with murder, severed head found</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/04/09/trans-serial-killer-harvey-marcelins-first-prison-interview/" rel="nofollow">Exclusive | Trans serial killer Harvey Marcelin&#39;s first prison interview</a> <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wicked-deeds/201908/how-serial-killers-cool-between-murders/amp" rel="nofollow">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wicked-deeds/201908/how-serial-killers-cool-between-murders/amp</a> <a href="https://people.com/harvey-marcelin-decades-behind-bars-for-murder-on-trial-again-11953469" rel="nofollow">He Spent Decades Behind Bars for Killing 2 Girlfriends. At 87, He&#39;s on Trial Again for Allegedly Dismembering Another Woman</a> <a href="https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ny-supreme-court/1278339.html" rel="nofollow">IN RE: Harvey MARCELIN (1999) | FindLaw</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

238.  "Murder by Parole" - The Case of Ana Laura Sierra - Manhattan, New York - [Part 2]

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Allegations, an alibi witness, and a lifetime sentence. On April 18th, 1963, 21-year-old Jacqueline Bonds was supposed to testify in front of the grand jury as an alibi witness for a first-degree rape case. She had been subpoenaed by the defendant, 24-year-old Harvey Marcelin. But Jacqueline didn’t show up for court that day.  Hours later she was shot to death in her Manhattan Apartment.  SOURCES:<a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/senior-serial-killer-harvey-marcelin-convicted/19088548/" rel="nofollow">Senior serial killer Harvey Marcelin convicted again - ABC7 New York</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/harvey-marcelin-serial-killer-womans-torso-in-cart-shopping/11643335/" rel="nofollow">Police reveal disturbing details after 83-year-old &#39;serial killer&#39; arrested in torso murder in Brooklyn - ABC7 New York</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11638693/" rel="nofollow">https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11638693/</a> <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11616630/" rel="nofollow">https://abc7ny.com/post/womans-torso-in-cart-shopping-brooklyn-east-new-york/11616630/</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/nyregion/murder-brooklyn-dismember-guilty.html" rel="nofollow">For a Third Time, Elderly Man Is Convicted of a Grisly Murder - The New York Times</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/nyregion/how-did-a-two-time-killer-get-out-to-be-charged-again-at-age-83.html?smid=url-share" rel="nofollow">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/30/nyregion/how-did-a-two-time-killer-get-out-to-be-charged-again-at-age-83.html?smid=url-share</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/04/22/us-news/nyc-trans-serial-killer-87-on-trial-for-butchering-pal-and-taking-her-leg-shopping/" rel="nofollow">NYC trans serial killer Harvey Marcelin on trial for butchering pal</a> <a href="https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/462/36/280601/" rel="nofollow">https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F2/462/36/280601/</a> <a href="https://www.pennlive.com/crime/2022/03/after-killing-2-girlfriends-83-year-old-suspected-in-death-of-dismembered-woman.html" rel="nofollow">After killing 2 girlfriends, 83-year-old suspected in death of dismembered woman - pennlive.com</a> <a href="https://www.nydailynews.com/2022/03/10/brooklyn-serial-killer-83-charged-with-murder-after-cops-find-womans-severed-head-in-apartment/" rel="nofollow">Brooklyn serial killer, 83, charged with murder, severed head found</a> <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/04/09/trans-serial-killer-harvey-marcelins-first-prison-interview/" rel="nofollow">Exclusive | Trans serial killer Harvey Marcelin&#39;s first prison interview</a> <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wicked-deeds/201908/how-serial-killers-cool-between-murders/amp" rel="nofollow">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wicked-deeds/201908/how-serial-killers-cool-between-murders/amp</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

237. “Murder by Parole” - The Case of Jacqueline Bonds - Manhattan, New York - [Part 1]

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A scooter, a changing story, and so many sex offenders. On May 24th, 2009, five-year-old, Nevaeh Buchanan vanished from her Charlotte Arms Apartment complex. Days later her body was found near the River Raisin. From the very start, police were looking into several persons of interest, most of whom, were associated with her mother, Jennifer Buchanan. SOURCES: <a href="https://abcnews.com/US/story?id=8089505" rel="nofollow">Autopsy Results Show Nevaeh Buchanan May Have Been Buried Alive - ABC News</a><a href="https://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/06/05/michigan.girl.body.found/index.html" rel="nofollow">Sheriff: Body is probably missing 5-year-old&#39;s - </a><a href="https://cnn.com/" rel="nofollow">CNN.com</a><a href="https://www.13abc.com/2022/06/07/case-files-search-person-who-killed-5-year-old-nevaeh-buchanan/" rel="nofollow">Case Files: The search for the person who killed 5-year-old Nevaeh Buchanan</a><a href="https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/investigations/2022/05/23/13-years-later-murder-of-monroe-girl-nevaeh-buchanan-remains-unsolved/" rel="nofollow">13 years later, murder of Monroe girl Nevaeh Buchanan remains unsolved</a><a href="https://abcnews.com/US/story?id=7764316" rel="nofollow">Police Believe Child&#39;s Body Encased in Cement Is Nevaeh - ABC News</a><a href="https://www.wtol.com/article/news/investigations/11-investigates/nevaeh-buchanan-murder-monroe-michigan-5-year-old-girl-disappears-found-encased-concrete/512-540252a0-7fd3-4542-aecb-62c7a6a2b269" rel="nofollow">What happened to Nevaeh Buchanan, unsolved Michigan child murder | </a><a href="https://wtol.com/" rel="nofollow">wtol.com</a><a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/still-no-justice-five-year-32401660" rel="nofollow">Still no justice for five-year-old girl encased in cement more than decade after horrifying murder - The Mirror</a><a href="https://abcnews.com/US/story?id=7697163&page=1" rel="nofollow">Disturbing Evidence Found in Case of Missing Michigan 5-Year-Old Nevaeh - ABC News</a><a href="https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/murder-still-unsolved-13-years-after-5-year-old-nevaeh-buchanan-disappeared-from-michigan-apartment" rel="nofollow">Murder still unsolved 13 years after 5-year-old Nevaeh Buchanan disappeared from Michigan apartment | FOX 2 Detroit</a><a href="https://abc7.com/archive/7278752/" rel="nofollow">The search for Nevaeh Buchanan | ABC7 Los Angeles | </a><a href="https://abc7.com/" rel="nofollow">abc7.com</a><a href="https://abc7.com/archive/7278752/" rel="nofollow"> - ABC7 Los Angeles</a><a href="https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/2013/05/24/nevaeh-buchanan-timeline-events/32683188007/" rel="nofollow">Nevaeh Buchanan timeline of events</a><a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/justice-still-sought-five-years-after-nevaeh-buchanan-5-found-in-shallow-grave/" rel="nofollow">Justice Still Sought Five Years After Nevaeh Buchanan, 5, Found In Shallow Grave - CBS Detroit</a> <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/07/05/grace.coldcase.nevaeh.buchanan/" rel="nofollow">Police seek tips in child&#39;s 2009 abduction and slaying - </a><a href="https://cnn.com/" rel="nofollow">CNN.com</a><a href="https://www.merklefh.com/obituaries/Nevaeh-Buchanan?obId=26245047" rel="nofollow">Obituary information for Nevaeh Buchanan</a><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20211027193758/https://www.toledoblade.com/local/2009/05/28/Second-convicted-sex-offender-person-of-interest-in-girl-s-disappearance/stories/200905280076" rel="nofollow">Second convicted sex offender &#39;person of interest&#39; in girl s disappearance | The Blade</a><a href="https://cnn.com/" rel="nofollow">CNN.com</a><a href="https://www.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0906/03/ng.01.html" rel="nofollow"> - Transcripts</a><a href="https://youtu.be/vyDPDIrpZxk?si=JbdGN2906-6QNe7r" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/vyDPDIrpZxk?si=JbdGN2906-6QNe7r</a><a href="https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/monroe-mystery-continues-in-unsolved-murder-of-5-year-old-nevaeh" rel="nofollow">Monroe mystery continues in unsolved murder of 5-year-old Nevaeh | FOX 2 Detroit</a><a href="https://www.newspapers.com/image/363347157/" rel="nofollow">https://www.newspapers.com/image/363347157/</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a>Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a>Least of These on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a>Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

236. "Monroe’s Little Angel" - The Case of Nevaeh Buchanan - Monroe, Michigan

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Due to a family emergency, I’m taking this week off. But Holly with Crime with Holly is here to fill in with the story of Carla Walker.In 1974, 17-year-old Carla Jan Walker was abducted from a parking lot in Fort Worth, Texas after a night out with her boyfriend.Her murder shocked the community and left investigators with more questions than answers. For decades, the case went cold… and suspicion lingered on the one person who witnessed it all. Her boyfriend Rodney McCoy.Nearly 50 years later, a breakthrough in DNA technology would finally reveal the truth and bring long awaited justice.NOW AVAILABLE: CRIME WITH HOLLY PATREON!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/crimewithholly" rel="nofollow">www.patreon.com/crimewithholly</a>Enjoy ad free for just $2 a month! Enjoying the show?  Here&#39;s a way to find out where else you can follow CrimeaHolly!<a href="https://linktr.ee/admin?integrationLinkId=70466008" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/CrimeaHolly</a> Crime with Holly Case Suggestion Form:<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGdPu4AWAoG_-cmznwcNxnNQlEyX9nxxOwZNZfqpprL3TaUQ/viewform" rel="nofollow">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGdPu4AWAoG_-cmznwcNxnNQlEyX9nxxOwZNZfqpprL3TaUQ/viewform</a> Episode Sources:20/20 Episode: Season 30 Episode 15<a href="https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-unforgettable/crime-news/texas-teen-carla-walker-abducted-killed-by-glen-mccurley" rel="nofollow">https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-unforgettable/crime-news/texas-teen-carla-walker-abducted-killed-by-glen-mccurley</a><a href="https://www.nbcdfw.com/video/news/local/jurors-listen-to-alleged-confession-during-carla-walker-cold-case-murder-trial/2725323/" rel="nofollow">https://www.nbcdfw.com/video/news/local/jurors-listen-to-alleged-confession-during-carla-walker-cold-case-murder-trial/2725323/</a><a href="https://dnasolves.com/articles/carla-walker-murder/" rel="nofollow">https://dnasolves.com/articles/carla-walker-murder/</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

MURDERED: Carla Walker with Crime with Holly

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Another witness, another 911 call, and a two-hour deliberation. ﻿The murder trial for 36-year-old Michael King began in August of 2008. Prosecutors presented overwhelming evidence against King, much of it recovered due to Denise Lee’s heroic actions.  It only took two hours for the jury to return their verdict. In the years after Denise’s murder countless lives have been saved through the Denise Amber Lee Foundation.  DENISE LEE FOUNDATION:  <a href="https://deniseamberlee.org/" rel="nofollow">Denise Amber Lee Foundation</a> SOURCES: <a href="https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/michael-king-execution-denise-lee-florida/70780107" rel="nofollow">Denise Lee’s final 911 calls changed Florida, her killer executed</a> <a href="https://www.newspapers.com/results/?date=2011&keyword=Denise+Lee+&region=us-fl" rel="nofollow">Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s - Newspapers.com™</a> <a href="https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/fl-supreme-court/1593954.html" rel="nofollow">KING v. STATE (2012) | FindLaw</a> <a href="https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/denise-amber-lee-murder-execution-north-port-florida/70385767" rel="nofollow">North Port woman&#39;s family awaits execution of her killer</a> <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna25004051" rel="nofollow">Calls of distressNBC Newshttps://www.nbcnews.com › wbna25004051</a> <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2008/04/13/she-died-as-deputies-were-left-unaware/" rel="nofollow">SHE DIED AS DEPUTIES WERE LEFT UNAWARETampa Bay Timeshttps://www.tampabay.com › archive › 2008/04/13 › sh...</a> <a href="https://people.com/denise-amber-lee-murder-everything-to-know-11929054" rel="nofollow">Denise Amber Lee Was Murdered Despite Pleading with ...People.comhttps://people.com › Crime › Crime History</a> <a href="https://abc.com/show/316bd540-412e-4480-b801-1b59dda0ec99" rel="nofollow">Watch 20/20 TV Show - ABC.comABC Networkhttps://abc.com › shows</a> <a href="https://flcourts-media.flcourts.gov/content/download/2485899/opinion/Opinion_SC2026-0336.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://flcourts-media.flcourts.gov/content/download/2485899/opinion/Opinion_SC2026-0336.pdf</a>  <a href="https://www.mysuncoast.com/2026/03/17/michael-king-execution-florida-set-put-man-death-2008-kidnapping-murder-denise-amber-lee/" rel="nofollow">Michael King executed for murder of Denise Amber Lee</a> Least of These on Facebook: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/</a> Least of These Discussion Group: <a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?paipv=1&ref=pages_profile_groups_tab" rel="nofollow">https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;paipv=1</a> Least of These on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/</a> Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

235. “Call for Help” - The Case of Denise Lee - North Port, Florida - [Part 2 FINAL]

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A series of 911 calls, a green Camaro, and a missed opportunity. In January of 2008, 21-year-old Denise Lee was abducted from her home in North Port, Florida. As the crime unfolded a series of 911 calls were placed, one by Denise herself. Covertly she told the operator that she had been abducted from her home on Latour Avenue.  Another witness called to report a kidnapping in progress but a deputy was never dispatched. An error in communication likely cost Denise Lee her life.  DENISE LEE FOUNDATION:  <a href="https://deniseamberlee.org/" rel="nofollow">Denise Amber Lee FoundationDenise Amber Lee Foundationhttps://deniseamberlee.org</a> SOURCES: <a href="https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/michael-king-execution-denise-lee-florida/70780107" rel="nofollow">Denise Lee’s final 911 calls changed Florida, her killer executed</a> <a href="https://www.newspapers.com/results/?date=2011&keyword=Denise+Lee+&region=us-fl" rel="nofollow">Historical Newspapers from 1700s-2000s - Newspapers.com™</a> <a href="https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/fl-supreme-court/1593954.html" rel="nofollow">KING v. STATE (2012) | FindLaw</a> <a href="https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/denise-amber-lee-murder-execution-north-port-florida/70385767" rel="nofollow">North Port woman&#39;s family awaits execution of her killer</a> <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna25004051" rel="nofollow">Calls of distressNBC Newshttps://www.nbcnews.com › wbna25004051</a> <a href="https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2008/04/13/she-died-as-deputies-were-left-unaware/" rel="nofollow">SHE DIED AS DEPUTIES WERE LEFT UNAWARETampa Bay Timeshttps://www.tampabay.com › archive › 2008/04/13 › sh...</a> <a href="https://people.com/denise-amber-lee-murder-everything-to-know-11929054" rel="nofollow">Denise Amber Lee Was Murdered Despite Pleading with ...People.comhttps://people.com › Crime › Crime History</a> <a href="https://abc.com/show/316bd540-412e-4480-b801-1b59dda0ec99" rel="nofollow">Watch 20/20 TV Show - ABC.comABC Networkhttps://abc.com › shows</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

234. "Call for Help” - The Case of Denise Lee - North Port, Florida - [Part 1]

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In 2014 Jake Embert was murdered at the hands of his new wife. His death was initially ruled a suicide after police spent less than an hour &#34;investigating&#34; at the scene.Jake&#39;s family pushed for answers.A decade and three trials later, Jake Embert finally got justice.Now, his family is fighting for justice for other families of victims of violent crime with the William &#39;Jake&#39; Embert Act... and they need your help.SIGN THE PETITION:<a href="https://www.change.org/p/grief-is-heavy-enough-families-shouldn-t-have-to-fight-for-the-truth-too?recruited_by_id=b0acedd0-2efe-11f1-9f6b-dbadeab34c08&share_id=7bGDMjQgC5&utm_campaign=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_source=share_petition&utm_term=starter_onboarding_share_personal" rel="nofollow"> Petition · “Grief Is Heavy Enough, Families Shouldn’t Have to Fight for the Truth Too.” - United States · </a><a href="https://Change.org" rel="nofollow">Change.org</a>Reporting by WALB: <a href="https://www.walb.com/2026/03/28/william-jake-embert-investigative-integrity-victims-act/" rel="nofollow">The William ‘Jake’ Embert Investigative Integrity &amp; Victims’ Act</a> Original coverage from 2021: Part 1: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/least-of-these/id1551568238?i=1000518182949" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/least-of-these/id1551568238?i=1000518182949</a> Part 2: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/least-of-these/id1551568238?i=1000519255321" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/least-of-these/id1551568238?i=1000519255321</a> Part 3: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/least-of-these/id1551568238?i=1000520563714" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/least-of-these/id1551568238?i=1000520563714</a> Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

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