MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

The Crawlspace (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)

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Mar 31, 2025
The chilling tale begins in the Kentucky woods, where police find a man with a mysterious connection to an unsolved murder. It intertwines real-life crime and haunting folklore, featuring the eerie legend of Huggin Molly, who preys on children. The narrative then shifts to the unsettling murder of Barbara Howe, uncovering shocking links to a seemingly innocent maintenance worker. The gripping investigation reveals how DNA evidence and security footage led to the confession of the suspect, ultimately culminating in a life sentence.
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ANECDOTE

Barbara Howe's Disappearance

  • 87-year-old Barbara Howe went missing from her retirement village in Monroe, Ohio, after having dinner with a friend.
  • Her daughter, Donna, contacted the police when she couldn't reach her, noting Barbara's prized red Cadillac was also gone.
ANECDOTE

Grim Discovery

  • Barbara's Cadillac was found in a nearby town, with the smell of bleach emanating from the trunk.
  • Inside, Barbara's body was found, almost naked, covered in a gray dust, and nearly decapitated.
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Crawlspace Discovery

  • Police initially found no signs of struggle at Barbara's home.
  • However, they later discovered a crawlspace under the utility room floor containing a blood-soaked rug and blood spatter.
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