The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories Episode 256 - The Serpent Keeper - The Death of Ryelee Manente-Powell
Mar 9, 2025
55:02
Join us, as we examine the death of Ryelee Manente-Powell.
You’ll hear how an 18-year-old father was shot dead minutes after Angela’s discovery and how one split-second decision left a teenager dead, his mother imprisoned, and a former police officer on trial — leaving a small community to question whether it was self-defense or a calculated execution.
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Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
Stolen Reptile Murder Trial | WI v. William Zelenski - On the Docket
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Day Three
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Day Four
VERDICT REACHED: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Day Five
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Sentencing
‘Fight Like a Man!’: Video Shows Deadly Confrontation Between Exotic Pet Owner and Teen Thief
Exotic Pet Owner Gunned Down Teen Thief with Double Barrell Shotgun: Prosecutor
Teen Attacked Exotic Pet Owner Before Deadly Shooting, Defense Claims
Victim's Mother Testifies to Night of Murder in Stolen Reptile Murder Trial
Obituary
R.I.P Rylee Manente-Powell Facebook Page
Zelenski gets life with chance of parole
Waupaca County mom sentenced to prison for son’s death after reptile theft
Former sheriff’s deputy sits stone-faced as jury convicts him of killing teen over stolen reptiles
Jury convicts Zelenski
Victim’s mother slated for homicide trial
Victim’s mother pleads no contest
Woman sent to prison for son’s death
Zelenski’s homicide trial continues
Zelenski testifies at homicide trial
Exclusive: Photo Shows Ryelee Manente-Powell's Family Praying
Domestic abuse charges filed
Green Bay Press-Gazette Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Ashton Criminal Complaint
William Criminal Complaint
Tiffany Criminal Complaint
Waupaca homicide suspect agrees to sell his exotic animals to pay for his defense
You’ll hear how an 18-year-old father was shot dead minutes after Angela’s discovery and how one split-second decision left a teenager dead, his mother imprisoned, and a former police officer on trial — leaving a small community to question whether it was self-defense or a calculated execution.
How to support:
For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -
Go to - Patreon
How to connect:
Website
Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:
Nutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS
IQBAR - IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, text MADNESS to sixty-four thousand.
Hers - Start your initial free online visit today at forhers.com/MADNESS
Ancient Nutrition - Right now, Ancient Nutrition is offering 25% off your first order when you go to AncientNutrition.com/MADNESS
Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madness
Apostrophe - Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/MADNESS when you use our code: MADNESS.
Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to Quince.com/madness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.
Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
Stolen Reptile Murder Trial | WI v. William Zelenski - On the Docket
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Day Three
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Day Four
VERDICT REACHED: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Day Five
WATCH LIVE: Stolen Reptile Murder Trial — WI v. William Zelenski — Sentencing
‘Fight Like a Man!’: Video Shows Deadly Confrontation Between Exotic Pet Owner and Teen Thief
Exotic Pet Owner Gunned Down Teen Thief with Double Barrell Shotgun: Prosecutor
Teen Attacked Exotic Pet Owner Before Deadly Shooting, Defense Claims
Victim's Mother Testifies to Night of Murder in Stolen Reptile Murder Trial
Obituary
R.I.P Rylee Manente-Powell Facebook Page
Zelenski gets life with chance of parole
Waupaca County mom sentenced to prison for son’s death after reptile theft
Former sheriff’s deputy sits stone-faced as jury convicts him of killing teen over stolen reptiles
Jury convicts Zelenski
Victim’s mother slated for homicide trial
Victim’s mother pleads no contest
Woman sent to prison for son’s death
Zelenski’s homicide trial continues
Zelenski testifies at homicide trial
Exclusive: Photo Shows Ryelee Manente-Powell's Family Praying
Domestic abuse charges filed
Green Bay Press-Gazette Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Ashton Criminal Complaint
William Criminal Complaint
Tiffany Criminal Complaint
Waupaca homicide suspect agrees to sell his exotic animals to pay for his defense