MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories The Late Shift (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
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Aug 4, 2025 In a quiet Utah suburb in June 1980, a man steps out of his car, unaware of the impending storm of tragedy. The gripping tale explores the troubled marriage of Karen and Steve, marked by alcoholism and turmoil. A shocking discovery in a chaotic bedroom leads to a chilling realization of death. Years later, advancements in DNA technology shed light on a cold case, revealing secrets about Karen's true killer. The story takes a dark turn with Ed Owens' confession, unraveling the complexities of love, jealousy, and violence.
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Karen and Steve's Troubled Marriage
- Karen and Steve were a young couple in a small Utah suburb with a rocky marriage due to Steve's heavy drinking and mood swings.
- Despite their history and efforts, Karen wanted a divorce and had started spending nights away from home.
Discovery of Karen's Murder
- Steve returned home after a late work shift and found the bedroom in disarray with Karen dead from strangulation.
- The struggle signs indicated Karen put up a fierce fight before her death.
Attack Suggests Known Assailant
- The broken bedroom and defensive wounds suggested Karen was attacked by someone she knew and fought hard to survive.
- Lack of forced entry implied the assailant had a key or was allowed inside by Karen.