

Crime Curious
Crime Curious Podcast
A true crime podcast where two friends’ journey through true crime cases in a lighthearted and in-depth way through the lens of a Judge and trained investigator. We give educated details without being boring to listen to. Enjoy!
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Mar 24, 2022 • 53min
120: Room 1046
On January 2, 1935 around approximately 1:20pm, a well dressed younger looking man checked in to the Hotel President in Kansas City. The man seemed.. troubled.. as if he was avoiding someone, or some thing. As several days progressed, it was noted by hotel staff that the man was exhibiting some very unusual behaviors… but they had no idea of the horror that would soon unfold. The question still remains to this day…what happened in room 1046??? Seriously, what happened?????
Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Artemus_Ogletree
https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/instead-of-naming-his-killer-he-said-he-was-dying-because-he-fell-in-his-bathtub-4079d1a8fe0
https://factschology.com/mmm-podcast-articles/artemus-ogletree-roland-t-owen
https://kansascitymag.com/news/longform/the-owen-case/
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art By: Charnell

Mar 20, 2022 • 1h 20min
119: The Krugersdorp Murders Part 3!
* Please note we recognize that throughout the episode we mispronounced Krugersdorp. We apologize if this offended anyone, we are human too and make mistakes*
If you are questioning all things, and all of humanity right now… that is very normal at this point in the case.. All things must come to an end, and thankfully that also applies for people who really suck. Join us in the conclusion of the Krugersdorp murders.
Krugersdorp Killers: Chilling details of their 11 murders emerge (thesouthafrican.com)
Devilsdorp - The Official Companion Podcast · Killer Audio Creations - iono.fm
Nic Diederichs Technical High School slashing - Wikipedia
The Krugersdorp killings explained: Who was murdered, how, and why | News24
The Krugersdorp Cult Killings By: Jana Marx
Cover Art By: Charnell
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand

Mar 17, 2022 • 1h 26min
118: The Krugersdorp Murders Part 2
* Please note we recognize that throughout the episode we mispronounced Krugersdorp. We apologize if this offended anyone, we are human too and make mistakes*
We continue on with part two of the Cecilia Steyn shit storm. The web of lies, the exhausting attention seeking behaviors…the hair….If you didn’t think it could get much crazier, trust us… it does.
Krugersdorp Killers: Chilling details of their 11 murders emerge (thesouthafrican.com)
Devilsdorp - The Official Companion Podcast · Killer Audio Creations - iono.fm
Nic Diederichs Technical High School slashing - Wikipedia
The Krugersdorp killings explained: Who was murdered, how, and why | News24
The Krugersdorp Cult Killings By: Jana Marx
Cover Art By: Charnell
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand

Mar 13, 2022 • 1h 32min
117: The Krugersdorp Murders Part 1
* Please note we recognize that throughout the episode we mispronounced Krugersdorp. We apologize if this offended anyone, we are human too and make mistakes*
We introduce you to Cecilia Steyn, otherwise known as “Satan’s bride”. Cecilia was a master level manipulator and compulsive liar who pulled anyone she could play into her whirlwind of destruction. This is the beginning to a three part ultra deep dive into the Krugersdorp Murders. You really won’t believe this happened.
Krugersdorp Killers: Chilling details of their 11 murders emerge (thesouthafrican.com)
Devilsdorp - The Official Companion Podcast · Killer Audio Creations - iono.fm
Nic Diederichs Technical High School slashing - Wikipedia
The Krugersdorp killings explained: Who was murdered, how, and why | News24
The Krugersdorp Cult Killings By: Jana Marx
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art By: Charnell

Mar 10, 2022 • 58min
116: The Survival of Cassidy Stay
Domestic violence is a vicious cycle of power and control; 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the US will fall victim to some form of DV in their life time. Ronald Haskell abused his family for years, keeping them in his control with rage and fear. Finally with help, his wife and children were able to escape. But their escape would come with an unfathomable price. This is the story of both tremendous loss and the beautiful resiliency of one amazing teenage girl.
Sources:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.fox26houston.com/news/ronald-haskell-receives-death-penalty-in-murder-trial.amp
https://youtu.be/h3NcXqwoLWw
https://www.fox26houston.com/news/prosecutors-say-haskell-drove-to-fast-food-restaurant-after-committing-stay-family-murders
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2014/08/72434/j-k-rowling-cassidy-stay
https://abc13.com/stay-family-murdered-execution-style-spring-killed-trial/5493731/
https://www.khou.com/article/news/investigations/court-records-reveal-haskell-planned-and-plotted-shooting-rampage/285-259152518
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.fox26houston.com/news/ronald-haskells-mom-tells-jurors-about-the-time-he-brutally-attacked-her.amp
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/2014_Harris_County_shooting
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art By: Charnell

Mar 7, 2022 • 55min
115: Terry The Troll
Terry Shephard has been in a structured detention setting/prison since the age of 12. He was not listened to when he begged to stay in the comfort of prison, and the outcome was deadly for three innocent women.
"I'm not like anyone else," murderer says (dispatch.com)
Wife sentenced for helping husband after murder - The Lima News (limaohio.com)
State v. Shepherd :: 2009 :: Ohio Court of Appeals, Third District Decisions :: Ohio Case Law :: Ohio Law :: US Law :: Justia
RENAY MANDEL CORREN | Obituary | Pittsburgh Post Gazette (post-gazette.com)
Cover Art By: Charnell
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand

Mar 3, 2022 • 44min
114: Tanner Ward; What Really Happened?
Tanner Ward was from the small town of Trenton, Missouri. He was a young father, and he had begun making efforts to turn his life around. On the evening of June 7, 2017 Tanner was getting ready to have dinner with his family. Before sitting down he had one quick trip to make, meeting up with a friend just down the block. Trenton isn’t the kind of town you can’t find your way out of.. so after several hours passed and Tanner did not return, his family knew something wasn’t right. The question is, what really happened??
Tanner Ward: Was It Suicide or Murder? | CrimeNeverSleeps | NewsBreak Original
Mystery in Missouri: What happened to Tanner Ward? | Truecrimedaily.com
Murder or Suicide? The Story of the Life and Death of Tanner Ward | by Nikki Young, Serial Napper | Serial Napper | Medium
NBC reporter wears grape costume to interview student suspended for banana costume (wimp.com)
Music by: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art By: Charnell Lennox

Feb 27, 2022 • 55min
113: The Preventable Case of Chad Breinholt
On the day of August 23rd 2019 Michael Chad Breinholt showed up to his girlfriend’s work; although intoxicated, he also showed signs of severe mental distress. The police were called due to a concern with Chad’s overall state and well being. Chad was taken into custody. Despite numerous cries for help, Chad’s mental health was never assessed. As Chad himself was an advocate for mental health and addiction treatment, his story is a prime example of a desperate need for mental health awareness and appropriate treatment.
Sources:
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/michael-chad-breinholt-west-lake-city-police-shooting-video/
https://youtu.be/PPhXkxp1DCI
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2021/08/23/mother-man-who-was-killed/
https://chadbreinholtmemorial.com/
https://m.facebook.com/JusticeForChadBreinholt/
https://staging.kslnewsradio.com/1954454/chad-breinholt-family-files-civil-suit-against-wvc-police/
https://ksltv.com/469128/salt-lake-co-da-rules-officer-justified-in-fatal-shooting-of-handcuffed-man-in-west-valley/
https://youtu.be/1JO0DE3ZoNU
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art By: Charnell

Feb 24, 2022 • 1h 21min
112: The Revenge Murders of Amy Hebert
Amy Hebert lived her life as a devout Christian woman. She had two beautiful children and worked as a teacher’s aid. On the surface it would be easy to say that Amy appeared to have a great life. But sometimes life takes unexpected turns that we aren’t prepared for. As Amy’s marriage fell apart, she watched her husband move on with someone else. This would become an act far too difficult for Amy to bare… leading to the most heinous and unspeakable revenge.
Music by: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art by: Charnell

Feb 20, 2022 • 1h 1min
111: The Case of Bartley Dobben
A case that truly captures the effects of untreated mental illness. We are going back to Michigan with this one. On Thanksgiving Day of 1987 Bartley James Dobben made a quick stop at the Cannon of Muskegon Foundry, the place he had worked most of his life. He wanted to show his children the inside of the building, and grab his Bible before heading to family dinner. When Bartley left the foundry just minutes later; life would be completely turned upside down. What happened in just the blink of an eye would never be forgotten by the town of Muskegon.
Music By: Jonas Bjornstand
Cover Art By: Charnell
Sources: https://www.chillingcrimes.com/blogs/news/susan-dobben
https://youtu.be/tmI87aKFdHU
https://www.mlive.com/news/muskegon/2017/11/look_back_thanksgiving_foundry.html
https://apnews.com/article/2c20869c81b7f11c73da4e0d7f95cdfa
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-12-20-mn-29964-story.html%3f_amp=true
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.upi.com/amp/Archives/1987/11/27/Father-charged-with-killing-sons-in-blast-furnace/6066564987600/


