The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories Episode 296 - Garbage Confession - The Murder of Tania & Josiah Wise
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Dec 15, 2025 Elizabeth Bedolla, mother of victim Tanya Wise, shares heartfelt memories of her daughter, her last moments at home, and the profound family loss that followed. The discussion unveils the shocking murder case, detailing the discovery of Tanya's body and the initial investigative steps. Elizabeth reflects on a suspicious truck sighting and the unraveling of a web of secrets. As evidence mounts against suspect Jose Soto-Escalera, the struggle for justice unfolds, leading to a tragic but pivotal conclusion in a case that profoundly affected a family.
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Witness Saw Truck The Night Before
- William Mullen spotted a silver truck with low fog lights parked on Russo Road the night before the body was found.
- He later told detectives and connected his sighting to the crime scene tent the next morning.
Body Discovery Elevated Case
- Christine Gabin discovered Tanya Wise's body in a roadside ditch after noticing what looked like trash.
- Investigators then realized the victim was late-term pregnant, elevating the case to a double homicide.
Autopsy Shows Brutal, Fatal Injuries
- The autopsy showed both severe blunt force trauma to the skull and an extensive neck slash.
- The fetus was estimated at 38 weeks and died from the maternal injuries.