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On the night of October 10 1984, a fire broke out at Ole’s Home Centre in South Pasadena that claimed the lives of four victims – Ada Deal, Matthew Troidl, Carolyn Kraus and Jimmy Cetina. Glendale arson investigator John Orr suspected the blaze had been deliberately lit, but his theory was dismissed and the fire was ruled a tragic accident.--- Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched and written by Elsha McGill Additional editing by Milly RasoFor all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-98-the-pillow-pyro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebecca Schaeffer's rise to fame in Hollywood and the dark side of celebrity. The growing obsession of a troubled fan and his desperate attempts to get close to her. The shocking murder of Rebecca Schaeffer and its impact on anti-stalking laws and gun control advocacy.

Investigators make a chilling breakthrough by identifying another victim of David Parker Ray. The story delves into the traumatic experiences of survivors and the haunting memories of captivity. Legal battles unfold, revealing plea deals and the complexities of the trial. Connections to missing persons, like Billy Bowers, highlight the elusive quest for justice. Ray's deeply disturbing past shapes his violent fantasies, leaving a troubling legacy that continues to impact the investigation into many unresolved cases.

A chilling investigation unfolds as an officer makes a haunting connection to a hitchhiker's past. The traumatic abduction of Angelica Montano reveals the depths of David Parker Ray's horrors. Secret bonds of sadists complicate the case, while the darkness of Marie Parker’s disappearance adds to the mystery. Meanwhile, a troubled family reunion exposes the personal impacts of crime, and evidence tied to a woman’s swan tattoo hints at shocking revelations ahead. The story delves into the complexities of survival and the hidden brutality lurking in plain sight.

[Part 1 of 3]On March 22 1999, Sierra County police were dispatched to conduct a welfare check at a property in Hot Springs Landing, a small suburban community in the New Mexico town of Elephant Butte. Along the way, they ran into a visibly shaken witness who reported seeing a naked woman covered in blood running down the road with a chain clearly visible around her neck.--- Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched and written by Victoria DieffenbacherAdditional editing by Milly Raso and Elsha McGill For all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-96-the-toy-box-part-1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1964, an unknown offender took to the streets of Krakow to stab elderly women in what appeared to be a string of senseless, unprovoked attacks. The victims had no connection to one another, nor were they robbed or sexually assaulted, leaving police with no obvious motive to go by.--- Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched by Paulina Szymanska and Mike MigasEpisode written by Elsha McGillAdditional writing by Milly RasoFor all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-95-the-vampire-of-krakow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the morning of March 3 1993, Vivian Rice pulled up outside the Silver Spring home of her sister, Millie Horn, and immediately noticed that something was wrong. The garage door was wide open and Millie’s minivan was nowhere to be seen. After cautiously entering the house, Vivian discovered the slain bodies of Millie, her eight-year-old quadriplegic son Trevor, and Trevor’s nurse Janice Saunders.--- Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched and written by Eileen OrmsbyFor all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-94-millie-trevor-horn-janice-saunders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When 40-year-old bank manager Susan Snow collapsed in her shower after complaining of a headache, the cause of her sudden death wasn’t clear. In a bid for answers, an autopsy was conducted, during which the medical examiner notices a distinct smell that immediately alerts her to the possibility that Susan was poisoned.--- Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched and written by Milly RasoFor all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-93-susan-snow-and-bruce-nickell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throughout June and July of 2007, residents of the Ukrainian city of Dnepropetrovsk were gripped by fear after a spate of murders occurred seemingly at random. Victims were brutally beaten using hammers and steel pipes, while some were tortured, with children, the elderly and homeless most vulnerable to the attacks.--- Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched and written by Eileen Ormsby, author of ‘The Darkest Web – Drugs, Death and Destroyed Lives: The inside story of the internet’s evil twin.’For all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-92-dnepropetrovsk-maniacs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2006, Myspace was the biggest social media platform in the world, surpassing Google as the most visited website. Like many teenagers, 14-year-old Carly Ryan turned to the internet to interact with friends and meet new people. It wasn’t long before she struck up a friendship with 18-year-old Brandon Kane, who went by the username ‘KuruptKoala.’ ---We would like to add a special thanks credit for Karina Natt and The Carly Ryan Foundation for the help in the creation of this episode.Episode narrated by the Anonymous HostEpisode researched and written by Elsha McGillAdditional writing by Milly RasoFor all credits and sources please visit casefilepodcast.com/case-91-carly-ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.