Small Town Murder The Dark Prince Of Belmont County - Bellaire, Ohio
Dec 20, 2025
In Bellaire, Ohio, a gruesome family murder shocks a community. The chilling discovery of satanic symbols and a list of potential victims highlights the killer's twisted motives. The investigation reveals red flags in the murderer’s childhood, including occult fascination and alarming behavior. As details unfold, the townspeople cope with fear and trauma, leading to canceled Halloween celebrations. A sensational trial follows, culminating in a guilty verdict and a lengthy prison sentence, leaving a haunting legacy in the small town.
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Small-Town Family And The Mailman
- James Petrigallo recounts the Brooks family background and neighborhood role of Terry as the mailman.
- The hosts paint a picture of a small town where everyone knew the family and Terry was strict with his sons.
Call Home That Led To Discovery
- Jimmy Wissman and James describe Ryan calling home and Nathan answering, telling Ryan to come home.
- That returned call led Ryan to find his parents murdered and start the discovery at the house.
Grotesque Scene Amplified Satanic Fears
- The crime scene combined grotesque violence with occult imagery, unsettling small-town responders.
- Officers reacted viscerally, some vomiting and later describing the scene as ritualistic with a head in a basin.