In October 2012 Katrina and Todd Smith marked their 7th wedding anniversary. A joyful occasion, that within less than 24 hours would become a distant memory. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Alison Schwartz Featured Podcast: Pi_Rational Stories - pirational.com Sources: “Five Key Moments of the Todd Smith First-Degree Murder Trial” Journal Standard, Jan. 20, 2017. https://www.journalstandard.com/news/20170119/five-key-moments-of-todd-smith-first-degree-murder-trial “Katrina Smith - obituary” Rockford Register Star, Nov. 15, 2012.  https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/rrstar/obituary.aspx?n=katrina-smith&pid=161048945 “Illinois woman stalked, murdered in midst of affair, separation” True Crime Daily, May 9, 2017.  https://truecrimedaily.com/2017/05/09/illinois-woman-stalked-murdered-in-midst-of-affair-separation/ “Update: Todd Smith sentenced to 59 years in prison” 23WIFR News, April 4, 2017. https://www.wifr.com/content/news/Jury-selection-in-murder-trial-for-Todd-Smith-begins-410166405.html “Circumstantial Evidence Could Prove Todd Smith is Guilty of Wife’s Murder, Judge Says” 23WIFR News, Apr 18, 2016. https://www.wifr.com/home/headlines/Circumstantial-Evidence-Proves-Todd-Smith-is-Guilty-of-Wifes-Murder-Judge-says-376119921.html “New Details Emerge in Katrina Smith’s Death” 23WIFR News, Feb. 1 2016. https://www.wifr.com/home/headlines/New-Details-Emerge-in-Katrina-Smiths-Death-367292021.html “More Murder Charges Filed Against Todd Smith” 23WIFR News, May 14, 2014. https://www.wifr.com/home/headlines/More-Murder-Charges-Filed-Against-Todd-Smith-259300501.html “‘We want justice:’ Siblings talk post-search about Katrina Smith” Rockford Register Star, Nov 13, 2012.  https://www.rrstar.com/article/20121113/NEWS/311139925 “Witnesses: Katrina Smith of Machesney Park was Considering Divorce Before She Was Killed” Journal Standard, Feb 1 2016.  https://www.journalstandard.com/news/20160201/witnesses-katrina-smith-of-machesney-park-was-considering-divorce-before-she-was-killed “Federal fraud case on hold for Machesney Park man pending appeal in wife’s murder” Journal Standard, Feb 17, 2019. https://www.journalstandard.com/news/20190217/federal-fraud-case-on-hold-for-machesney-park-man-pending-appeal-in-wifes-murder

In the spring of 2011, Veronica Navarro was taking a break from an on and off again relationship when she thought she’d met the man of her dreams. Little did Veronica realize, within two months, her dreams would turn into an unimaginable nightmare.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Featured Podcast: Criminal Conduct - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/pretend-radio-2/criminal-conduct Sources: "Facts and figures: Ending violence against women" UN Women https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/facts-and-figures “Texas firefighter had horrific history of abusing women, dogs before he killed his girlfriend.” Oxygen Crime News, August 19, 2019.  https://www.oxygen.com/killer-motive/crime-time/joe-carr-firefighter-veronica-navarro-murder-domestic-abuse-killed-dogs  “'Killer Motive': True story of firefighter who brutally murdered and dumped his fiancée's body in a lake nine years ago.” Meaww, August 19, 2019.  https://meaww.com/oxygen-killer-motive-veronica-navarro-joe-carr-girlfriend-murder-ex-firefighter-60-years-jail  “Joe Derek Carr v. Lorie Davis.” Docket Bird, September 13, 2018.  https://www.docketbird.com/court-documents/Carr-v-Davis/REPORT-AND-RECOMMENDATIONS-re-1-Petition-for-Writ-of-Habeas-Corpus-filed-by-Joe-Derek-Carr-Signed-by-Judge-Mark-Lane/txwd-1:2018-cv-00777-00007  “Family of Veronica Navarro speak after Joe Carr sentencing.” Austin-American Statesman, August 17, 2018.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHyFCb5tUCo  “Appeals court upholds former firefighter's murder conviction.” Patch, February 6, 2016.  https://patch.com/texas/downtownaustin/appeals-court-upholds-former-firefighters-murder-conviction  “Joe Derek Carr v. The State of Texas Appeal from 167th District Court of Travis County.” Justia, February 5, 2016.  https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/third-court-of-appeals/2016/03-14-00234-cr.html  “Joe Carr, ex-firefighter convicted of killing fiancée, loses appeal.” Kxan, February 5, 2016.  https://www.kxan.com/news/joe-carr-ex-firefighter-convicted-of-killing-fiancee-loses-appeal/ “Joe Derek Carr v. State.” Court Listener, February 18, 2015.  https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/4271516/joe-derek-carr-v-state/  “Sudden Adult Death Syndrome: The genetic screening that saves young lives.” The Irish Times, February 17, 2015. https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/sudden-adult-death-syndrome-the-genetic-screening-that-saves-young-lives-1.2106873  “Ex-firefighter Joe Carr gets 60 years in killing of girlfriend.” Statesman, February 13, 2014.  http://www.mystatesman.com/news/crime--law/firefighter-joe-carr-gets-years-killing-girlfriend/BePWzTByW2eC5dd0oIku6O/#4487032c.3708363.735448  “Carr sentenced to 60 years for girlfriend's murder.” KVUE, February 12, 2014.  https://www.kvue.com/article/news/carr-sentenced-to-60-years-for-girlfriends-murder/269-259311645  “Ex-firefighter receives 60 year sentence for 2011 murder.” Radio NB, February 12, 2014.  https://radionb.com/news/regional-news/article15077/ex-firefighter-receives-60-year-sentence-2011-murder  “Firefighter suffocated girlfriend with plastic bag and dumped body because she was going to leave him for childhood sweetheart.” Daily Mail, February 12, 2014.  https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2557365/Firefighter-suffocated-girlfriend-plastic-bag-dumped-body-going-leave-childhood-sweetheart.html  “Former firefighter gets 60 years for Spicewood murder in 2011.” DailyTrib.com, February 12, 2014.  https://www.dailytrib.com/2014/02/13/former-firefighter-gets-60-years-spicewood-murder/ “Former girlfriends say Joe Carr, who got 60 years for murder, was abusive.” Statesman, February 12, 2014.  https://www.statesman.com/article/20140212/news/302129594  “Investigators: strange items found in Carr's vehicle.” Kxan, February 6, 2014.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=583w5AFJdWg  “Ex-firefighter Joe Carr found guilty of murder in girlfriend’s death.” Statesman, February 12, 2014.   https://www.statesman.com/news/20140212/ex-firefighter-joe-carr-found-guilty-of-murder-in-girlfriends-death?icmp=statesman_internallink_textlink_apr2013_statesmanstubtomystatesman_launch#b0d1c08f.3708363.735448  “Ex-firefighter Joe Carr on trial for murder in fiancée’s death.” Statesman, February 5, 2014.  https://www.statesman.com/news/20140205/ex-firefighter-joe-carr-on-trial-for-murder-in-fiancees-death#d003e562.3708363.735448  “Murder trial of ex-firefighter scheduled to begin.” Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, February 4, 2014.  https://www.lubbockonline.com/article/20140204/NEWS/302049823  “Jury selection began in Joe Carr murder trial.” Kxan, February 3, 2014.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=021BWTY95co  “Former firefighter charged with murder.” KBTX-TV, September 30, 2011.  https://www.kbtx.com/home/headlines/Former_Firefighter_Charged_With_Murder_130871558.html  “Joe Carr extradited.” Kxan, July 20, 2011.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voVqJ_eAOOg  “Joe Derek Carr.” Texas Department of Criminal Justice: Parole review information, n.d.  https://offender.tdcj.texas.gov/OffenderSearch/reviewDetail.action;jsessionid=cdce1da3945b9202dda44ca1b5cf?sid=08460956&tdcj=01906530&fullName=CARR%2CJOE+DEREK  “Joe Derek Carr.” The Texas Tribune, n.d.  https://www.texastribune.org/library/data/texas-prisons/inmates/joe-derek-carr/1083764/  “Veronica Navarro.” Find A Grave, n.d.  https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/81605976/veronica-navarro

In June 2014, residents in Moncton, New Brunswick were going about their evenings. Parents were making together dinner, while children played in their yards. No one could have predicted that this warm and peaceful evening would abruptly become one of the darkest points in Moncton’s history.   How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Featured Podcasts: Payne In The Pod - https://payneinthepod.com/podcast/the-minds-of-madness/ Today In True Crime - https://megaphone.link/GLT8725739851 Podcasts We Listen To - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podcasts-we-listen-to Sources: “List grows of Mounties suing attorney general over 2014 Moncton shootings.” Global News, October 17, 2019.  https://globalnews.ca/news/6045450/mounties-suing-ag-2014-moncton-shootings/  “4 Moncton Mounties sue federal government over 2014 shootings.” CBC News, September 17, 2019.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-lawsuit-moncton-shootings-1.5286461  “Four Mounties sue attorney general over 2014 Moncton shootings.” Global News, September 17, 2019.  https://globalnews.ca/news/5913367/2014-moncton-shootings-mounties-sue/  “New Fredericton police chief seeks to use experience to heal department’s wounds.” Global News, June 14, 2019.  https://globalnews.ca/news/5387357/new-fredericton-police-chief-roger-brown/  “Daughters of RCMP officer killed in 2014 Moncton shootings remember his ‘sense of humour’.” Global News, June 4, 2019.  https://globalnews.ca/news/5351813/daughters-rcmp-officer-2015-moncton-shootings/  “'It can happen anywhere': Moncton marks 5th anniversary of RCMP shootings.” CBC News, June 4, 2019.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/fifth-anniversary-rcmp-moncton-1.5160755  “New Brunswick police officers at risk of facing stress injuries after colleagues’ deaths: experts.” Global News, August 13, 2018.  https://globalnews.ca/news/4384221/fredericton-shooting-impact-on-officers/  “RCMP will not appeal conviction on Labour Code charges in Moncton shooting.” Global News, February 8, 2018.  https://globalnews.ca/news/4013338/rcmp-will-not-appeal-conviction-on-labour-code-charges-in-moncton-shooting/  “RCMP fined $550,000 for failing to arm, properly train officers in wake of N.B. shooting rampage.” Canoe.com, January 26, 2018.  https://canoe.com/news/national/rcmp-fined-550000-for-failing-to-arm-properly-train-officers-in-wake-of-n-b-shooting-rampage  “RCMP reacts to sentence in 2014 Moncton shootings.” CBC News, January 26, 2018.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-reacts-to-sentence-in-2014-moncton-shootings-1.4505334  “Wife of RCMP officer slain during Moncton shooting shares statement.” Global News, January 26, 2018.  https://globalnews.ca/news/3989427/wife-rcmp-officer-moncton-shooting/  “RCMP to be sentenced in Moncton shooting spree that left three officers dead.” Global News, January 25, 2018.  https://globalnews.ca/news/3986864/rcmp-to-be-sentenced-in-moncton-shooting/  “‘I still can’t believe there will be no tomorrow’: Moncton shooting widow shares poem.” Global News, November 30, 2017.  https://globalnews.ca/news/3889541/lives-could-have-been-saved-moncton-shooting-widow-shares-victim-impact-statement/  “RCMP faces hearing in Moncton for failing to provide officers with proper rifles.” National Post, November 30, 2017.  https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/sentencing-hearing-to-begin-after-rcmp-convicted-after-moncton-shooting  “RCMP guilty of 1 Labour Code violation in 2014 Moncton shooting.” Global News, September 29, 2017.  https://globalnews.ca/news/3776141/rcmp-guilty-2014-moncton-shooting/  “Crown says Moncton shooting deaths, injuries could have been avoided.” Global News, July 4, 2017.  https://globalnews.ca/news/3573359/closing-arguments-set-to-begin-rcmp-labour-trial-over-moncton-shooting/ “Sculptor hopes Moncton Mountie's monument brings peace, healing.” CBC News, June 4, 2016.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/moncton-rcmp-monument-sculptor-macdonald-1.3615164  “RCMP memorial to fallen Moncton Mounties called 'amazing'.” CBC News, June 3, 2016.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-memorial-unveiling-nadine-larche-1.3614164  “RCMP Musical Ride to perform in Moncton on June 4.” CBC News, May 27, 2015.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/rcmp-musical-ride-to-perform-in-moncton-on-june-4-1.3090087  “Witness at RCMP trial says no one took command during Moncton gunman's deadly rampage.” National Post, May 17, 2017.  https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/witness-at-rcmp-trial-says-no-one-took-command-during-moncton-gunmans-deadly-rampage  “Mountie was ‘waiting to be shot again’ during Moncton shooting: RCMP labour trial.” Global News, May 10, 2017.  https://globalnews.ca/news/3440844/mountie-was-waiting-to-be-shot-again-during-moncton-shooting-rcmp-labour-trial/ “Moncton shooting 1 year later: A widow's view of grief, forgiveness.” CBC News, June 4, 2015.  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/moncton-shooting-1-year-later-a-widow-s-view-of-grief-forgiveness-1.3096980  “RCMP charged with labour code breach over deaths of three officers in Moncton shootings.” National Post, May 15, 2015.  https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/rcmp-charged-with-labour-code-breach-over-death-of-three-officers-in-moncton-shootings   “Moncton RCMP shootings review highlights problems, makes 64 recommendations.” Global News, January 16, 2015.  https://globalnews.ca/news/1776410/independent-review-of-moncton-rcmp-shootings-to-be-released/  “Judge orders release of Justin Bourque sentencing exhibits to media.” Global News, December 5, 2014.  https://globalnews.ca/news/1711133/judge-agrees-to-release-of-justin-bourque-exhibits-to-media/  “Video: Moncton RCMP killer Justin Bourque recounts his shooting rampage in this raw clip.” Globe and Mail, December 5, 2014.  https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/video-video-moncton-rcmp-killer-justin-bourque-recounts-his-shooting/  “Justin Bourque to serve 75 years before parole eligibility for RCMP killings.” Global News, October 31, 2014.  https://globalnews.ca/news/1647237/judge-sentences-justin-bourque-to-5-concurrent-life-sentences/  “RCMP happy with Justin Bourque's sentence.” Global News, October 31, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpdTEOYelu0  “'I'm sorry,' Moncton Mountie-shooter tells court.” The London Free Press, October 28, 2014.  https://lfpress.com/2014/10/28/im-sorry-moncton-mountie-shooter-tells-court/wcm/677b54f0-9a19-4a54-911c-e8603ea8e1ac  “UPDATED: Justin Bourque apologizes for RCMP shootings, to be sentenced Friday.” Global News, October 28, 2014.  https://globalnews.ca/news/1639792/2nd-day-of-sentencing-hearing-for-justin-bourque-underway-in-moncton/  “Bourque plotted to kill Mounties after scrapping plan to burn gas stations.” Global News, October 27, 2014.  https://globalnews.ca/news/1637137/justin-bourque-sentencing-hearing-underway-in-moncton-rcmp-murders/ “Excerpts from victim impact statements at Bourque sentencing.” CTV News, October 27, 2014. 

In December of 1990, the Tiede family was on a break from their hectic lives up at their remote country cabin in Oakley, Utah. Rolf and Kaye along with their two daughters Linae and Tricia were busily prepping for their annual Christmas party when suddenly, the tranquility was shattered by two cold-hearted intruders. The aftermath would haunt the Tiedes for years to come.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Sources: “Tiede Cabin Murders Rips Through a Family.” Medium, September 28, 2019.  https://medium.com/true-crime-addiction/tiede-cabin-murders-rips-through-a-family-true-crime-1f4773216730  “Justice delayed in Von Lester Taylor case.” Utah Office of the Attorney General, March 8, 2019.  https://attorneygeneral.utah.gov/von-lester-taylor-case/  Von Lester Taylor v. Scott Crowther, Warden, Utah State Prison. Uscourts.gov, January 17, 2017.  https://ecf.utd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show_public_doc?207cv0194-264  “Utah death row inmate says he didn't fire fatal shots.” The Salt Lake Tribune, June 10, 2016. https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=3988140&itype=CMSID  “The Tiede case - Two killers, two outcomes. Justice served?” CBS News, March 8, 2013. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-tiede-case-two-killers-two-outcomes-justice-served/  “Condemned killer loses Utah Supreme Court appeal.” The Salt Lake Tribune, January 24, 2012.  https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=53365282&itype=CMSID  “Sisters survive deadly attack at Utah cabin.” 48 Hours, December 10, 2011.  https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sisters-survive-deadly-attack-at-utah-cabin/  “Prosecutors tried to pick only Mormon jurors, attorney for death row inmate argues.” Deseret News, June 11, 2011.  https://www.deseret.com/2011/6/7/20373184/prosecutors-tried-to-pick-only-mormon-jurors-attorney-for-death-row-inmate-argues  Murder, Death and Rebirth: Astonishing Lessons Learned from Murder. By Claudia T. Nelson, 2011.  https://www.amazon.com/Murder-Death-Rebirth-Astonishing-Lessons-ebook/dp/B006HBMOEG  “Von Lester Taylor v. State of Utah : Brief of appellant.” Utah Court of Appeals Briefs, 2009.  https://digitalcommons.law.byu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2877&context=byu_ca3  “Death row inmate moves a step closer to execution.” Deseret News, March 4, 2004.  https://www.deseret.com/2004/3/4/19815760/death-row-inmate-moves-a-step-closer-to-execution  “Judge rejects appeal by death-row inmate.” My Plainview, March 3, 2004.  https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Judge-rejects-appeal-by-death-row-inmate-8758800.php  “Tiede v. State.” Leagle.com, April 17, 1996.  https://www.leagle.com/decision/19961415915p2d50011413  “State v. Deli.” Casetext.com, October 15, 1993.  https://casetext.com/case/state-v-deli  “Utah isn't liable for 2 Oakley murders, judge rules.” Deseret News, October 1, 1992.  https://www.deseret.com/1992/10/1/19008084/utah-isn-t-liable-for-2-oakley-murders-judge-rules  “Kin of murdered women files suit against state.” Deseret News, August 25, 1992.  https://www.deseret.com/1992/8/25/19001317/kin-of-murdered-women-files-suit-against-state  “Jury sees video killers made prior to victims' arrival.” Deseret News, May 18, 1991.  https://www.deseret.com/1991/5/18/18921239/jury-sees-video-killers-made-prior-to-victims-arrival  “Jury convicts man of second-degree murder in cabin slayings of two women.” Associated Press, May 14, 1991.  https://apnews.com/7d723a1a9d1c411d604b3f90958405d3  “2 defendants in Coalville slaying will be tried together, judge rules.” Deseret News, February 20, 1991.  https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=Nd8oAAAAIBAJ&sjid=EYQDAAAAIBAJ&dq=victor+aguilar+murder&pg=6952,2089867&hl=en  “Texan tells of playing dead during summit cabin ordeal.” Deseret News, January 9, 1991.  https://www.deseret.com/1991/1/9/18899998/texan-tells-of-playing-dead-during-summit-cabin-ordeal  “Preliminary hearing begins in slaying of mother and daughter.” Associated Press, January 8, 1991. https://apnews.com/0587bcf8597969fa5a3fdd77029ffac7  “2 men charged in slayings took pair for use as shields.” Tulsa World, December 26, 1990.  https://www.tulsaworld.com/archive/men-charged-in-slayings-took-pair-for-use-as-shields/article_a87f8ef6-8c26-5538-b37b-7e07ac61dc02.html  “Crime scene photos: Deadly home invasion.” CBS News, n.d.  https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/crime-scene-photos-deadly-home-invasion/  “Kaye Tidwell Tiede.” Find a Grave, n.d.  https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/23286850/kaye-tiede  “Oakley, Utah.” Wikipedia, n.d.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oakley,_Utah  “Rolf Tiede.” Find a Grave, n.d.  https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61106561/rolf-tiede  “Skyline Equipment Inc.” Website, n.d.  http://skylineequipmentco.com  “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.” Website, n.d.  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng 

In 2014, Iana Kasian left war-torn Kiev, Ukraine and immigrated to sunny Los Angeles, California to build a new life for herself. Shortly after arriving, she met the man of her dreams......or so she thought. A wealthy screenwriter and graphic novelist who showered her with gifts and promised her the world with a hidden and very disturbing dark side.   How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Special Thanks: Dr. Christina Forzani Psy.D Sources: “Was Hollywood producers graphic novel a blueprint for murder?” 48 Hours, July 13, 2019. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hollywood-horror-story-producer-blake-leibel-graphic-novel-a-blueprint-for-murder-48-hours/ “A mother’s desperate call.” CBS News, July 10, 2019. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/her-life-is-in-danger-mother-tells-dispatcher-in-desperate-911-call/ “Graphic novelist ordered to pay $41.6 million to family of fiancee he murdered, scalped.” Fox News, March 3, 2019. https://www.foxnews.com/us/graphic-novelist-ordered-to-pay-41-6-million-to-family-of-fiancee-he-murdered-scalped “Graphic novelist ordered to pay nearly $42 million in fiancée’s torture murder.” Los Angeles Times, March 1, 2019. https://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-blake-leibel-iana-kasian-20190301-story.html “Judge awards $41.6 million to family of Iana Kasian, murdered in WeHo by her wealthy boyfriend.” WeHoVille, March 1, 2019. https://www.wehoville.com/2019/03/01/judge-awards-41-6-million-to-family-of-iana- kasian-murdered-in-weho-by-her-wealthy-boyfriend/ “Rich kid torture killer Blake Leibel in $54.5 million victim payout.” Northern News, February 16, 2019. https://www.northernnews.ca/news/world/sun-exclusive-rich-kid-torture-killer-blake- leibel-in-54-5-million-victim-payout/wcm/e8b3f83f-a46e-4870-923f-4287b1f6fdab “Canadian graphic novelist Blake Leibel sentenced to life with no chance of parole for murder of fiancée.” Montreal Gazette, June 26, 2018. https://montrealgazette.com/news/world/canadian-graphic-novelist-blake-leibel-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-with-no-chance-of-parole/wcm/26421d1d-e294-4846-995c-9b6845174059 “Canadian tycoon’s son who wrote graphic novel sentenced for murder.” City News, June 26, 2016. https://toronto.citynews.ca/2018/06/26/canadian-tycoons-son-wrote-graphic-novel-sentenced-murder/ “Horror writer Blake Leibel sentenced to life for torturing and killing his girlfriend.” Vice, June 26, 2018. https://www.vice.com/en_ca/article/gyk7n3/horror-writer-blake-leibel-sentenced-to-life-in-jail-for-torturing-and-killing-his-girlfriend “Man convicted in torture-killing of model in West Hollywood sentenced to life in prison.” ABC News, June 26, 2018. https://abc7news.com/man-convicted-in-torture-killing-of-model-in-weho-sentenced-to-life/3657533/ “Accused killer Blake Leibel was jealous of baby, prosecution says.” Toronto Sun, June 20, 2018. https://torontosun.com/news/world/accused-killer-blake-leibel-was-jealous-of-baby- prosecution-says “Director and graphic novelist Blake Leibel found guilty in murder trial of girlfriend Iana Kasian.” Business Insider, June 20, 2018. https://www.businessinsider.com/blake-leibel-found-guilty-in-murder-of-iana-kasian2018-6 “Filmmaker Blake Leibel found guilty of grisly first-degree murder.” The Hollywood Reporter, June 20, 2018. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/blake-leibel-found-guilty-first-degree-murder-1121734 “Heir to Toronto fortune found guilty of first-degree murder, torture, aggravated mayhem in gruesome Los Angeles killing.” Vancouver Sun, June 20, 2018. https://vancouversun.com/news/world/heir-to-toronto-fortune-found-guilty-of-first-degree-murder-torture-aggravated-mayhem-in-gruesome-los-angeles-killing/wcm/bbfa1a99-c090-459a-8871-9f68dec6c837“'This is absurd': Lawyer friend of Blake Leibel banned from murder trial after allegedly tailing juror in car.” Edmonton Journal, June 18, 2018. https://edmontonjournal.com/news/world/this-is-absurd-lawyer-friend-of-blake-leibel- banned-from-murder-trial-after-allegedly-tailing-juror/wcm/aa25d314-7e13-409b-a258-c8976ecc6d19?video_autoplay=true “Trustafarian Blake Leibel murder trial: Photos tell sad story of last, agonizing moments of Kasian’s life.” Calgary Sun, June 12, 2018. https://calgarysun.com/news/world/trustafarian-blake-leibel-murder-trial-her-scalp-was-missing/wcm/4ed1a847-9de0-4dfb-aaf1-af82373ec8be “Canadian Blake Leibel’s girlfriend may have still been alive when she was mutilated, L.A. murder trial told.” National Post, June 11, 2018. https://nationalpost.com/news/world/blake-leibels-girlfriend-may-have-still-been-alive-when-she-was-mutilated-murder-trial-told “Autopsy of murdered model Iana Kasian released.” Canyon News, September 26, 2017. https://www.canyon-news.com/autopsy-murdered-model-iana-kasian-released/72424 “Awful details released about the murder of Iana Kasian, the LA model tortured, scalped and killed by her ex in front of their child.” Yahoo, September 26, 2017. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/awful-details-released-murder-iana-071036955.html “Hollywood model Iana Kasian tortured, scalped, and drained of blood by graphic novelist boyfriend Blake Leibel.” All That’s Interesting, September 25, 2017. https://allthatsinteresting.com/iana-kasian-blake-leibel “Autopsy report reveals graphic details in 2016 murder of model in West Hollywood.” ABC News, September 21, 2017. https://abc13.com/grisly-details-revealed-in-models-2016-murder/2442213/ “Life imitating art? Grisly murder resembles comic artist's plot.” True Crime Daily, September 20, 2016. https://truecrimedaily.com/2016/09/20/life-imitating-art-grisly-murder-resembles-comic-artists-plot/ “Hollywood horror story: The inside story of Canadian accused killer Blake Leibel.” Ottawa Sun, June 3, 2016. https://ottawasun.com/2016/06/03/hollywood-horror-story-the-inside-story-of-canadian-accused-killer-blake-leibel/wcm/2d98bfa4-2deb-42fd-816a-b7427c1b3ffc “What is known about the charges against Blake Leibel.” Macleans, June 3, 2016. https://www.macleans.ca/news/canada/what-is-known-about-the-charges-against-blake-leibel/ “Horror writer accused of imitating novel by murdering girlfriend and 'draining her blood'.” The Telegraph, June 2, 2016. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/06/02/horror-writer-accused-of-imitating-novel-by-murdering-girlfriend/ “Boyfriend of LA woman whose 'blood was drained' is charged with murder.” HuffPost, June 1, 2016. https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/blake-leibel-iana-kasian- killed_n_574f4104e4b0ed593f132303?ri18n=true “Graphic novelist charged with girlfriend's murder: All 'her blood was drained from her body'.” Jezebel, June 1, 2016. https://jezebel.com/what-s-your-damage-people-process-grief-in-different-w- 1779889721 “‘Her blood was drained’: Graphic novelist charged with killing girlfriend in Hollywood.” The Washington Post, June 1, 2016. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/06/01/her-blood-was- drained-graphic-novelist-charged-with-killing-girlfriend-in-hollywood/ “Canadian charged with torture, murder in L.A.” DurhamRegion.com, May 31, 2016. https://www.durhamregion.com/news-story/6699058-canadian-charged-with-torture- murder-in-l-a-/ “Canadian accused of murder in Hollywood.” Edmonton Journal, May 30, 2016. https://www.pressreader.com/canada/edmonton-journal/20160530/281749858605114 “L.A. murder suspect reportedly a Canadian.” Cambridge Times, May 30, 2016. https://www.cambridgetimes.ca/news-story/6698283-l-a-murder-suspect-reportedly-a-canadian/ “Son of GTA real-estate developer charged in Los Angeles murder.” The Hamilton Spectator, May 20, 2016. https://www.thespec.com/news-story/6697434-son-of-gta-real-estate-developer-charged-in-los-angeles-murder/

In 2017, Valerie McDaniel was a prominent veterinarian, running a successful practice, while focusing much of her attention on raising her eight-year-old daughter. Although she’d recently left an unhappy marriage of 17 years, she quickly found herself falling in love with another man.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Featured Podcast: Scene Of The Crime -  https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/sceneofthecrime?selected=HIM1005356840  Sources: “Leon Phillip Jacob V. the State of Texas,” Court of Appeal Ruling, August 29, 2019.   https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/fourteenth-court-of-appeals/2019/14-18-00304-cr.html  “Woman dies by suicide after she and boyfriend are arrested for hiring hitman to kill their exes.” Oxygen, May 12, 2019.  https://www.oxygen.com/murder-for-hire/crime-time/woman-suicide-arrested-hire-hitman “Appellate lawyers argue that Harris County botched murder-for-hire trial.” AP, April 17, 2019.  https://apnews.com/a183cf83c67d4d9488509985981a6546  “Houston doctor charged in murder-for-hire plot goes to trial.” 48 Hours, November 17, 2018.  https://www.cbsnews.com/news/houston-doctor-leon-jacob-charged-in-murder-for-hire-plot-goes-to-trial/  “Faking death.” Real People, July 5, 2018.  https://www.pressreader.com/uk/real-people/20180705/281505046962298  “Man who hired hitman to kill ex-girlfriend ‘won't be around to terrorise others’ after guilty verdict.” 9 News, April 1, 2018.  https://www.9news.com.au/world/leon-jacob-valerie-mcdaniel-trial-hitman-houston-texas/49fa1dfe-1737-415f-8c5b-ab60f4d2869b  “What happened in bizarre murder-for-hire plot that led to veterinarian's suicide, her boyfriend in prison.” ABC News, March 29, 2018.  https://abcnews.go.com/US/happened-bizarre-murder-hire-plot-led-veterinarians-suicide/story?id=54092867  “Ex-doctor gets life term for murder plot against ex-lover.” The Seattle Times, March 26, 2018.  https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/ex-doctor-gets-life-term-for-murder-plot-against-ex-lover/  “Leon Jacob sentenced to life in prison in murder-for-hire case.” Fox 26 Houston, March 26, 2018.  https://www.fox26houston.com/news/leon-jacob-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-in-murder-for-hire-case  “Truth behind these murder photos.” Northern Star, March 23, 2018.  https://www.northernstar.com.au/news/staged-photos-pretended-to-show-torture-and-murder/3368699/  “Cops help man fake his own murder and woman stage her own kidnap to catch their ex-partners ‘who had hired hitman to kill them’.” The Sun, March 22, 2018.  https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5877035/man-faked-murder-woman-staged-kidnap-hitman-ex-partners/  “Murder-for-hire plot target staged her own death for undercover cops acting as hit men.” Daily News, March 22, 2018.  https://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/target-staged-death-murder-for-hire-plot-article-1.3889965  “Staged photos of kidnapping revealed at bizarre murder-for-hire trial.” WBTV, March 22, 2018.  https://www.wbtv.com/story/37783950/staged-photos-of-kidnapping-revealed-at-bizarre-murder-for-hire-trial/  “‘I was terrified’: Ex-girlfriend testifies in trial of Leon Jacob who allegedly plotted to kill her.” Law & Crime, March 21, 2018.  https://lawandcrime.com/live-trials/live-trials-current/leon-jacob/i-was-terrified-ex-girlfriend-testifies-in-trial-of-leon-jacob-who-allegedly-plotted-to-kill-her/  “Update: Houston veterinarian charged with hiring hitman is out of jail on bond.” Patch, March 12, 2017.  https://patch.com/texas/midtownhouston/police-charge-houston-veterinarian-her-boyfriend-hired-hitman-kill-their-exes  “Murder trial delayed for Leon Jacob, accused in scheme to hire hitman to kill his ex.” My San Antonio, November 29, 2017.  https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/houston-texas/article/Trial-postponed-for-Leon-Jacob-accused-of-trying-12391869.php#item-85307-tbla-5  “Excerpt: Valerie McDaniel audio diary.” CBS News, October 13, 2017.  https://www.cbsnews.com/video/valerie-mcdaniel-audio-diary-how-it-led-to-this/  “Valerie McDaniel: 5 fast facts you need to know.” Heavy.com, September 22, 2017.  https://heavy.com/news/2017/09/valerie-mcdaniel-obituary-death-houston-daughter-leon-jacob/  “Texas veterinarian charged with murder for hire ends own life.” JAVMA News, April 26, 2017.  https://www.avma.org/News/JAVMANews/Pages/170515k.aspx “Dr. Valerie McDaniel candlelight vigil: A tribute from Dr. Ali & Dr. Powell.” Goldplaneta.ru, April 1, 2017.  https://goldplaneta.ru/video/PYXrOjy-B_k/dr.-valerie-mcdaniel-candlelight-vigil:-a-tribute-from-dr.-ali-&-dr.-powell/ “Incredible tale of revenge and deception behind mother who left two suicide notes and jumped to her death 24 hours before she was set to appear in court for 'putting a hit on her ex-husband'.” Daily Mail, March 28, 2017.  https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4357362/Mother-jumps-death-appearance-court.html  “Texas veterinarian accused of murder-for-hire plot jumps to her death.” KTEM News Radio 14, March 28, 2017.  https://ktemnews.com/texas-veterinarian-accused-of-murder-for-hire-plot-jumps-to-her-death/  “Texas woman charged after giving ‘hitman’ $20,000, two Rolex watches found dead day before court date.” National Post, March 28, 2017.  https://nationalpost.com/news/world/texas-woman-charged-after-giving-hitman-20000-two-rolex-watches-found-dead-day-before-court-date  “Things to know about Valerie Busick McDaniel, the late-Houston vet charged with murder for hire.” The San Francisco Chronicle, March 28, 2017.  https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Things-to-know-about-the-vet-charged-wth-murder-11031254.php  “Vet accused in murder plot apparently leaps to her death.” Houston Chronicle, March 28, 2017.  https://www.pressreader.com/usa/houston-chronicle/20170328/281496456118420  “Failed Houston doctor Leon Jacob sentenced to life in prison in murder-for-hire trial.” Houston Chronicle, March 27, 2018.  https://www.chron.com/news/article/Failed-Houston-doctor-Leon-Jacob-sentenced-to-12781963.php  “Police investigate suicide of veterinarian accused in murder-for-hire plot.” KSAT.com, March 27, 2017.  https://www.ksat.com/news/2017/03/28/police-investigate-suicide-of-veterinarian-accused-in-murder-for-hire-plot/  “Veterinarian charged in murder-for-hire plot leaps to death from River Oaks high rise.” True Crime Daily, March 27, 2017.  https://truecrimedaily.com/2017/03/28/veterinarian-charged-in-murder-for-hire-plot-leaps-to-death-from-river-oaks-high-rise/  “Inside alleged murder-for-hire plot that led to Texas veterinarian’s suicide and a man behind bars.” WSGC Elberton, 2017.  http://wsgcradio.com/inside-alleged-murder-for-hire-plot-that-led-to-texas-veterinarians-suicide-and-a-man-behind-bars/  “Husband targeted in veterinarian’s alleged murder plot fears for safety, lawyer says.” Times Union, March 15, 2017.  https://www.timesunion.com/news/houston-texas/article/Husband-targeted-in-veterinarian-s-alleged-11004809.php  “Leon Jacobs trial.” Law & Crime Network, March 2017.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvqzyJKR3Pw&list=PLoW1SIeAWaWZudmEpwMoKvgWCnWvdDBCZ&index=19  “Houston psychologist pleads guilty to 'tampering' with police evaluations.” Houston Chronicle, May 11, 2016.  https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Houston-pscyhologist-pleads-guilty-to-tampering-7461865.php 

On Saturday, August 14th, 2010 Sally Challen was with her husband Richard packing up their family home in Claygate Surrey England. The couple had been married for thirty-one years and were preparing to rent out the house so they could embark on a six-month adventure in Australia. That is, until later that afternoon, when Sally made a startling discovery.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Sources “Emotional Sally Challen close to tears describing moment she killed 'abusive' husband.” Irish Mirror, September 19, 2019 https://www.irishmirror.ie/tv/emotional-sally-challen-close-tears-20095365 “Justice system smeared our mother, say Sally Challen’s sons.” The Guardian, June 8, 2019. https://www.theguardian.com/law/2019/jun/08/sally-challen-sons-justice-system-smeared-our-mother “My mother, Sally Challen, was branded a cold-blooded killer. At last, she has justice.” The Guardian, June 8, 2019. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/jun/08/my-mother-sally-challen-killed-my-father-finally-justice “Sally Challen abuse ordeal ‘like seeing curtain fall’.” BBC News, June 8, 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-surrey-48566504 “Sally Challen ruling gives hope to other abused women jailed for murder.” Sky News, June 8, 2019 https://news.sky.com/story/sally-challen-ruling-gives-hope-to-other-abused-women-jailed-for-murder-11737867 “CPS accepts Sally Challen’s manslaughter plea.” CPS, June 7, 2019 https://www.cps.gov.uk/south-east/news/accepts-sally-challens-manslaughter-plea “Sally Challen: Husband ‘controlled the world around her’.” Sky News, June 7, 2019 https://news.sky.com/story/sally-challens-story-driven-to-murder-after-years-of-abuse-11553940 “Sally Challen: No fresh trial over husband murder.” BBC News, June 7, 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-surrey-48554239?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story “Sally Challen release: mother moved to tears as she thanks family who 'served my sentence with me'.” Evening Standard, June 7, 2019 https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/sally-challen-release-mother-emotionally-thanks-her-sons-and-says-they-served-my-sentence-with-me-a4162411.html “Sally Challen walks free as court rules out retrial for killing abusive husband.” The Guardian, June 7, 2019 https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/jun/07/sally-challen-will-not-face-retrial-for-killing-husband “Sally Challen walks free in landmark coercive control ruling.” 5 News, June 7, 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygyObQ7249c “Home truths.” The Law Society Gazette, April 15, 2019 https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/features/home-truths/5069956.article “Coercive control – Why we all should care about Sally Challen’s case.” Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors, March 20, 2019 https://www.hja.net/coercive-control-why-we-all-should-care-about-sally-challens-case/ “Why Sally Challen’s appeal is not a win for women victims of coercive control.” The Conversation, March 13, 2019 http://theconversation.com/why-sally-challens-appeal-is-not-a-win-for-women-victims-of-coercive-control-112869 “Press conference held after Sally Challen murder conviction quashed over husband's death.” MSN, March 2, 2019 https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/press-conference-held-after-sally-challen-murder-conviction-quashed-over-husbands-death/vi-BBUhqtP “She beat her husband’s head in with a hammer. Now, her murder conviction has been tossed.” The Washington Post, March 1, 2019 https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/03/01/she-beat-her-husbands-head-with-hammer-now-her-murder-conviction-has-been-tossed/ “The Sally Challen appeal will give hope to abused women.” New Statesman, March 1, 2019 https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/feminism/2019/03/sally-challen-appeal-will-give-hope-abused-women “Sally Challen Appeal.” Judiciary.uk, February 28, 2019. https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/challen-approved.pdf “Sally Challen murder conviction quashed over husband's death.” BBC News, February 28, 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-47407204?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story “Sally Challen: Hammer killer wife in 'landmark' appeal.” BBC News, February 27, 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-surrey-47381476?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story “The potential impact of the Sally Challen case.” Stowe Family Law, February 27, 2019 https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/blog/2019/02/27/the-potential-impact-of-the-sally-challen-case/ “‘My mum killed my dad with a hammer but I want her freed’.” BBC News, January 3, 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/education-46111655?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cglkv3nvv48t/sally-challen-murder-case&link_location=live-reporting-story “Understanding coercive control with Professor Evan Stark.” YouTube, Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, May 25, 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RCEQpIot34 “It is not in the public interest to make Sally Challen go through another trial for murder.” Change.org petition, n.d. https://www.change.org/p/crown-prosecution-service-cps-it-is-not-in-the-public-interest-to-make-sally-challen-go-through-another-trial-for-murder?use_react=false “Justice for Women.” Organization website, n.d. https://www.justiceforwomen.org.uk/what-we-do “What is coercive control?” Women’s Aid, n.d. https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/what-is-domestic-abuse/coercive-control/ Sally Challen at end of 'long road' after admitting manslaughter of husband https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUsr1i7tvJ8

In the summer of 2007, a very pregnant twenty-six-year-old Jessie Davis was eagerly preparing for the arrival of her daughter Chloe. She was thrilled her two-year-old son Blake would soon have a baby sister. Jessie was a single mother with a good job and a great support system. She loved being a mother and made it the center of her world. On June 14th, Jessie went shopping at a local market and chatted with her mom on the phone. However, later that day no one could get ahold of Jessie.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Featured Podcasts: Crime and Scandal -  https://audioboom.com/channel/thehaleighcummingsmystery  Sources: “Ohio mother who forgave daughter’s killer fights for his release.” NBC4i.com, June 18, 2017.  https://www.nbc4i.com/news/ohio-mother-who-forgave-daughters-killer-fights-for-his-release/  “Convicted killer Bobby Cutts reflects on 10th anniversary of Jessie Davis murder.” Akron Beacon Journal, June 15, 2017.  https://www.beaconjournal.com/akron/news/convicted-killer-bobby-cutts-reflects-on-10th-anniversary-of-jessie-davis-murder “Bobby Cutts Jr.: I was selfish.” CantonRep.com, June 13, 2017.  https://www.cantonrep.com/news/20170613/bobby-cutts-jr-i-was-selfish  “U.S. Supreme Court rejects appeal from killer ex-cop Bobby Cutts Jr.” Cleveland.com, May 17, 2010.  https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2010/05/us_supreme_court_rejects_appea.html “Appeals court upholds conviction of Bobby Cutts Jr. in Jessie Davis murder.” The Plain Dealer, July 22, 2009.  https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2009/07/appeals_court_upholds_convicti.html  “State of Ohio v. Bobby Lee Cutts Junior.” Ohio Supreme Court, July 22, 2009.  http://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/5/2009/2009-ohio-3563.pdf  “Myisha Ferrell leaves prison early; had helped hide body of Jessie Davis.” The Plain Dealer, December 15, 2008.  https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2008/12/myisha_ferrell_released_early.html  “Ex-officer's life spared.” Desert News, February 28, 2008.  https://www.deseret.com/2008/2/28/20073368/ex-officer-s-life-spared  “Bobby Cutts sentenced for murdering pregnant girlfriend.” Newslamp, February 27, 2008. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIKtbxLfYJI  “Killer apologizes, asks jury to spare him.” CNN, February 27, 2008.  https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/25/cutts.trial/index.html  “Killer ex-cop gets 57 to life after jury spares him.” CNN, February 27, 2008.  https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/27/cutts.sentence/index.html  “Ex-cop Cutts reads the script of his life.” Cloud Writer, February 25, 2008.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8yse6Z5HSk  “Bobby Cutts Jr. found guilty of killing pregnant girlfriend and fetus, mistrial request denied.” Fox News, February 15, 2008.  https://www.foxnews.com/story/bobby-cutts-jr-found-guilty-of-killing-pregnant-girlfriend-and-fetus-mistrial-request-denied  “Ex-cop guilty in murders of girlfriend, unborn baby.” CNN, February 15, 2008.  https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/15/cutts.trial/  “Ferrell pleads guilty; 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Marlene Warren was busy preparing breakfast on Saturday, May 26th 1990 in South Florida when her doorbell suddenly rang. Excited to see who was at the front door, Marlene dropped everything to answer it and was ecstatic when she saw who was standing outside.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Featured Podcasts: Euphomet -   https://www.euphomet.com Sources: “Killer clown faces death penalty in 1990 cold case murder.” Toronto Sun, September 30, 2019.  “Evidence released in clown murder case.” Bristol Herald Courier, September 29, 2019.  “Florida killer clown suspect remains optimistic about freedom in jailhouse letters.” New York Post, September 28, 2019.  “Killer clown case: Detectives search sunken car for clown suit, murder weapon.” Fox 4 News Now, April 28, 2019.  “Killer clown case: Breakthrough witness claims to know where gun, clown costume were dumped.” WPTV, April 26, 2019.  “February trial set for woman accused in killer clown case.” MSN News, April 18, 2019.  “Female ‘killer clown’ who ‘murdered her lover’s wife’ faces death penalty.” Metro, April 17, 2019.  “The clown did it.” Dateline 48 Hours Mystery, January 12, 2019.  “Killer clown trial tentatively set for November.” Sun Sentinel, January 7, 2019.  “The killer clown.” Unmasked, October 15, 2018.  “Never-before-seen photos released in brutal killer clown murder.” CBS 6 News, July 4, 2018.  “‘Killer clown case’: DNA ties suspect to getaway car, prosecutors say.” CBS News, April 13, 2018.  “Killer clown investigators used DNA from hair samples to make cold case arrest.” The Hamilton Spectator, April 13, 2018.  "Victim's family shares relief and heartbreak after the arrest of ‘killer clown’ suspect.” People, November 15, 2017.  “The clown murder.” ABC 20/20, October 20, 2017.  “Sheila Keen Warren: 5 fast facts you need to know.” Heavy.com, October 17, 2017.  “Facing death: ‘Killer clown’ Sheila Keen-Warren accused of murdering the wife of her future husband 27 years ago will face execution if convicted.” The Sun, October 6, 2017.  “‘How nice’: Last words of woman shot by clown in 1990.” CBC Miami, September 28, 2017.  “In 1990, Marlene Warren was fatally shot by a clown. Now, her husband’s new wife has been arrested.” The National Post, September 28, 2017.  “PBSO holds news conference on Wellington 'clown murder' case.” Press conference. WBTV News, September 28, 2017.  “‘The clown shot her’: Police make arrest in bizarre cold case after nearly three decades.” The Washington Post, September 28, 2017.  “Mother of cold case victim Marlene Warren reacts to arrest.” WPTV News, September 27, 2017.  “Hunt for Sullivan’s riches goes on 28 years after he had wife killed.” The Palm Beach Post, June 7, 2015.  “Clown shoots woman at front door.” Sun Sentinel, May 27, 1990.  “Aero Club.” Website, n.d.  “Dorsey - E. Earl Smith Funeral Home and Lake Worth Memory Gardens.” Website, n.d.  “Marlene Mae McKinnon Warren.” Find A Grave, n.d.  “Marlene Warren Burial Notice.” Find A Grave, n.d.  “The search for a killer clown.” CBS News, n.d. 

On the evening of August 10th, 2017, in Copenhagen, Denmark, freelance journalist Kim Wall decided to squeeze in one more story before moving to China with her partner. She was given a last-minute opportunity to interview an eccentric Danish “inventrepreneur” who had built three submarines and worked on two crowd-funded manned space projects.  How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Music Credits: The Minds Of Madness Theme Music – Duncan Foster The Funkoars – Feel The Madness Used with Permission - http://goldenerarecords.com.au/ge/funkoars/ Research & Writing: Christine Penhale  https://thetruecrimefiles.com/  Kim Wall resources: Kim Wall Memorial Fund - https://www.gofundme.com/f/rememberingkimwall  Remembering Kim Wall - https://www.rememberingkimwall.com/  A Silenced Voice: The Life of Journalist Kim Wall - https://www.amazon.com/Kim-Wall-Voice-Silenced-Ingrid/dp/1542018145  Special Thanks: Camilla and Kristine Mørkeland - https://moerkelandpodcast.dk/index.html  Featured Podcast: American Elections: Wicked Game - 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murdered and mutilated journalist Kim Wall gets life in prison.” People, April 25, 2018.  “Danish submarine inventor sentenced to life in prison for ‘heinous’ murder of journalist Kim Wall.” The Washington Post, April 25, 2018.  “Death of Kim Wall: Peter Madsen sentenced to life in prison for submarine murder.” CBS News, April 25, 2018.  “Kim Wall's gruesome death detailed in Peter Madsen murder trial: A timeline.” Fox News, April 25, 2018.  “Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor Peter Madsen given life sentence.” BBC News, April 25, 2018.  Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor Peter Madsen given life sentence.” CNN, April 25, 2018.  “Kim Wall: What we know about Danish submarine death.” BBC News, April 25, 2018.  “Man who crowdfunded submarine sentenced to life for murder of journalist Kim Wall.” Gizmodo, April 25, 2018.  “Peter Madsen sentenced to life for murdering journalist Kim Wall.” The Guardian, April 25, 2018.  “Who is Peter Madsen, the Danish inventor charged with murdering Kim Wall?” 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2018.  “Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor formally charged in 'unusual and extremely gross' case.” Fox News, January 16, 2018.  “Danish inventor admits dismembering body of Swedish journalist.” The Guardian, October 30, 2017.  “Memorial service for Kim Wall.” YouTube: Columbia Journalism School, October 11, 2017.  “Danish police find severed head in Kim Wall submarine case.” AP, October 7, 2017.  “Head, legs of missing journalist Kim Wall found by divers, police say.” CNN, October 7, 2017.  “Kim Wall murder: police find head of Swedish journalist.” The Guardian, October 7, 2017.  “Peter Madsens computer indeholdt optagelser af ægte drab på kvinder.” Exstra Bladet, October 3, 2017.  “Kim Wall was more than just another woman killed by a man.” BuzzFeed News, September 26, 2017.  “Kim Wall death: Memorial fund set up in Swedish journalist's name.” BBC News, September 9, 2017.  “It was a 'terrible accident,' inventor says of journalist's death aboard his sub.” NPR, September 6, 2017.  “Kim 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