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Join us as we take a terrifying look into the Philadelphia Basement of Horrors. You’ll hear the twisted story of a family harboring terrible secrets for more than a decade, and about the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit, even when it seems all hope is certainly lost.  How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. 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ASPCA Pet Health Insurance - To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/madness The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madness Featured Podcast: Murder Shelf Book Club - murdershelfbookclub.com Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Editing: Aiden Wolf SOURCES: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/linda-ann-weston-kidnapping https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/ringleaders-niece-tortured-cops-shocked-shes-alive/1914889/ https://www.justice.gov/opa/file/768726/download  https://www.justice.gov/usao-edpa/pr/woman-who-held-disabled-adults-captive-subhuman-conditions-sentenced-life-plus-80-years www.nytimes.com /2011/10/19/us/four-mentally-disabled-people-found-held-in-basement.html https://www.inquirer.com/philly/hp/news_update/20111021_Transcripts_tell_of_savage_sister.html  https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/national-international/philadelphia-basement-of-horrors-linda-weston-tamara-breeden/58775/  https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/basement-of-horrors-co-conspirator-sentencing/213781/  https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/basement-of-horrors-co-conspirator-sentenced-in-philadelphia/215717/  https://people.com/crime/philadelphia-basement-of-horrors-victim-speaks/ https://people.com/crime/philadelphia-woman-pleads-guilty-to-holding-mentally-disabled-people-captive/ https://www.inquirer.com/philly/news/20150910_Life_deal_for_woman_who_enslaved_disabled_adults_in_Tacony_basement.html https://edition.cnn.com/2011/10/23/justice/pennsylvania-captives-suspect/  https://6abc.com/archive/9011686/ https://www.reuters.com/article/us-captives-philadelphia/suspect-in-basement-torture-case-diagnosed-as-schizophrenic-idUKTRE79K6SY20111021/ https://www.inquirer.com/philly/news/20111021_Siblings_had_alleged_incest__abuse__but_court_gave_kids_back_to_Weston.html https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/ringleaders-niece-tortured-cops-shocked-shes-alive/1914889/ https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna44941497  https://www.inquirer.com/philly/news/20151106_Victims_of_Linda_Ann_Weston_finally_have_a_voice.html Where the Hell is Little L? Little L is Safe https://www.inquirer.com/philly/news/pennsylvania/philadelphia/tacony-dungeon-jean-mcintosh-sentencing-linda-weston-social-security-fraud-20180821.html A Tortured Existence  https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/victim-gets-45-million-in-philadelphia-basement-of-horrors-case/ https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/understanding-the-basement-of-horrors-case/ https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/social-security-fraud-easier-than-you-might-think/ https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/exclusive-brother-of-basement-of-horror-suspect-describes-history-of-violence/ https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/exclusive-victims-describe-horrific-basement-captivity/ https://edition.cnn.com/2011/10/16/justice/pennsylvania-disabled-chained/index.html  https://www.the-sun.com/news/2725152/philadelphia-basement-house-of-horrors-kidnapping-tamara-breeden-linda-weston/ https://www.inquirer.com/philly/hp/news_update/20111220_TELLING_THE_HOLE_STORY__Alleged_Weston_victim_testifies.html https://www.inquirer.com/philly/hp/news_update/20111027_Son_of_Linda_Ann_Weston_says_he_tried__in_vain__to_tell_of_mom_s_abuse.html  https://web.archive.org/web/20111020171641/https://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/local_news/norfolk/family-of-man-found-in-basement-speaks https://www.wtkr.com/2013/01/23/basement-of-horrors-indictment-brings-light-to-2008-norfolk-death  https://web.archive.org/web/20151019044207/http://articles.philly.com/2011-10-19/news/30298158_1_mysterious-death-mary-lee-lee-family https://thoughtcatalog.com/denise-noe/2015/10/in-2013-federal-authorities-discovered-a-house-of-horrors-in-the-city-of-philadelphia/ https://web.archive.org/web/20201108204435/https://www.post-gazette.com/news/state/2011/10/21/Sister-of-accused-Philly-abuser-Linda-Ann-is-evil/stories/201110210208 https://www.inquirer.com/philly/news/homepage/20111026_Daughter__was_her_mother_s_helper__in_keeping_Tacony_captives__aunt_says.html https://edition.cnn.com/2011/11/05/justice/philadelphia-captives-brother/index.html

Sometimes you meet the most fascinating people on vacation. You just never know who you might encounter. People from different cultures, possible future lifelong friends, or even someone famous. There’s also that chance of even meeting that special someone. In January 2002, a young German photographer named Janina was on holiday in Cancun, Mexico. She’d been enjoying the sand, surf and sun when she was introduced to someone famous. Michael Finkel, an award-winning feature writer for The New York Times Magazine. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. GoHenry - Set your kids up for success and get started today at gohenry.com/madness. T&Cs apply. Renews from $4.99 per month unless canceled. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance - To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/madness The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madness Featured Podcast: American Criminal - americancriminal.com Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Editing: Aiden Wolf SOURCES: True Story, Michael Finkel Love, Daddy, Carlton Smith State of Oregon v. Christian Michael Longo Wikipedia CrimeMuseum.org KGW.com The Crime Wire CrimeLibrary.org Murderpedia FBI.gov Vanity Fair455 CBS 48 Hours “The Pretender” Independent.ie Medium.com KATU

Police in the Chicago suburbs were stunned in 1995 when a family dog brought home a severed human left leg and then again, five days later another leg. Over several months, numerous body parts from the same victim would be discovered scattered along the border between Wisconsin and Illinois. Whoever had done this, had gone through painstaking efforts to dispose of their victim. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. GoHenry - Set your kids up for success and get started today at gohenry.com/madness. T&Cs apply. Renews from $4.99 per month unless canceled. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance - To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/madness The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madness Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger SOURCES: Chicago Tribune #1 Chicago Tribune #2  Chicago Tribune #3 Chicago Tribune #4  Chicago Tribune #5  Chicago Tribune #6  Chicago Tribune #7  Chicago Tribune #8  Chicago Tribune #9 Chicago Tribune #10 Chicago Tribune #11  Chicago Tribune #12  Chicago Tribune #13  Chicago Tribune #14  Chicago Tribune #15  Chicago Tribune #16  Southtown Star Classified To Kill Defending The Damned Paul Runge Appeal (2009) Murderpedia Trap, Kill, Repeat Worlds Most Evil Killers

In this last chapter of our series, we’ll tie everything together from what you’ve learned about Jennifer Lynn Shirm's case. You’ll also learn more about Joseph Blea's crimes and how he became connected to Jennifer. You’ll also hear from Andy Shirm (Jennifer’s son) share how he’s found healing and a way to cope living with the reality of not having a mother and knowing the details about her violent death.  Stay tuned to the end for the release of Andy’s new single “Who Killed Jennifer?”. A vulnerable and emotional expression of how his mother's murder has affected him. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout. Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. GoHenry - Set your kids up for success and get started today at gohenry.com/madness. T&Cs apply. Renews from $4.99 per month unless canceled. Who Killed Jennifer? By SickTanicK - catapultdistribution.com/magnet/Sicktanick/Who-Killed-Jennifer Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Special Thanks to our Guests: Andres Shirm, a.k.a - SicKTanicK Shane Waters, Host of Foul Play Crime Series Mike Gallagher, Former Journalist - Albuquerque, New Mexico Cynthia Vigil, Founder of Street Safe - Albuquerque, New Mexico Sam Candeleria, Former Narcotics Investigator, APD Christine Barber, Former Exec Director of Street Safe & Exec Director of Asur New Mexico Interview of Cynthia Vigil & Christin Barber conducted by: Eric A. Carter-Landin, Host & Creator of True Consequences Podcast Theme music produced for this series - Weary Pines SOURCES: Albuquerque Journal (Death on The Cruise) Albuquerque Journal #2 Albuquerque Journal #3 Albuquerque Journal #4 Albuquerque Journal #5 Albuquerque Journal #6 Albuquerque Journal #7 Albuquerque Journal #8 Albuquerque Journal #9 Albuquerque Journal #10 Albuquerque Journal #11 Albuquerque Journal #12 Albuquerque Journal #13 Albuquerque Journal #14 Albuquerque Journal #15 Albuquerque Journal #16 Albuquerque Journal #17 Albuquerque Tribune #1 Albuquerque Tribune #2 Albuquerque Tribune #3 Albuquerque Tribune #4 Santa Fe New Mexican Duke City Case Files lasdesaparecidas.com Albuquerque Historic Aerial Viewer ABjournal.com ABjournal.com #2 ABjournal.com #3 Reward Money Info "The Missing" - by Maggie Shepard KOAT.com State v. Blea ABjournal.com #4 ABjournal.com #5 KQRE Lost Girls of The Mesa Albuquerque Tribune (Montoya)

In Part 3 of “Who Killed Jennifer” you’ll hear about one man who became tied to two separate cases and possibly linked to one of the most notorious crimes in New Mexico history - The West Mesa Murders. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout. Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. GoHenry - Set your kids up for success and get started today at gohenry.com/madness. T&Cs apply. Renews from $4.99 per month unless canceled. Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Special Thanks to our Guests: Andres Shirm, a.k.a - SicKTanicK Shane Waters, Host of Foul Play Crime Series Mike Gallagher, Former Journalist - Albuquerque, New Mexico Cynthia Vigil, Founder of Street Safe - Albuquerque, New Mexico Sam Candeleria, Former Narcotics Investigator, APD Christine Barber, Former Exec Director of Street Safe & Exec Director of Asur New Mexico Interview of Cynthia Vigil & Christin Barber conducted by: Eric A. Carter-Landin, Host & Creator of True Consequences Podcast Theme music produced for this series - Weary Pines SOURCES: Albuquerque Journal (Death on The Cruise) Albuquerque Journal #2 Albuquerque Journal #3 Albuquerque Journal #4 Albuquerque Journal #5 Albuquerque Journal #6 Albuquerque Journal #7 Albuquerque Journal #8 Albuquerque Journal #9 Albuquerque Journal #10 Albuquerque Journal #11 Albuquerque Journal #12 Albuquerque Journal #13 Albuquerque Journal #14 Albuquerque Journal #15 Albuquerque Journal #16 Albuquerque Journal #17 Albuquerque Tribune #1 Albuquerque Tribune #2 Albuquerque Tribune #3 Albuquerque Tribune #4 Santa Fe New Mexican Duke City Case Files lasdesaparecidas.com Albuquerque Historic Aerial Viewer ABjournal.com ABjournal.com #2 ABjournal.com #3 Reward Money Info "The Missing" - by Maggie Shepard KOAT.com State v. Blea ABjournal.com #4 ABjournal.com #5 KQRE Lost Girls of The Mesa Albuquerque Tribune (Montoya)

Join us for Part #2 of “Who Killed Jennifer” - The Investigation as we take you through our own two-year-long dive, into the murder of Jennifer Lynn Shirm. We’ll introduce you to Mike Gallagher a retired journalist for the Albuquerque Journal who suspected that Jennifer’s case might be linked to several other homicides in the area at the time of Jennifer’s murder. You’ll hear about the perils she faced, and how at the time of her murder, several serial killers and dangerous individuals, were targeting a particular type of woman in Albuquerque. Leading police on a challenging and complex investigation. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout. Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. GoHenry - Set your kids up for success and get started today at gohenry.com/madness. T&Cs apply. Renews from $4.99 per month unless canceled. Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Special Thanks to our Guests: Andres Shirm, a.k.a - SicKTanicK Shane Waters, Host of Foul Play Crime Series Mike Gallagher, Former Journalist - Albuquerque, New Mexico Cynthia Vigil, Founder of Street Safe - Albuquerque, New Mexico Sam Candeleria, Former Narcotics Investigator, APD Christine Barber, Former Exec Director of Street Safe & Exec Director of Asur New Mexico Interview of Cynthia Vigil & Christin Barber conducted by: Eric A. Carter-Landin, Host & Creator of True Consequences Podcast Theme music produced for this series - Weary Pines SOURCES: Albuquerque Journal (Death on The Cruise) Albuquerque Journal #2 Albuquerque Journal #3 Albuquerque Journal #4 Albuquerque Journal #5 Albuquerque Journal #6 Albuquerque Journal #7 Albuquerque Journal #8 Albuquerque Journal #9 Albuquerque Journal #10 Albuquerque Journal #11 Albuquerque Journal #12 Albuquerque Journal #13 Albuquerque Journal #14 Albuquerque Journal #15 Albuquerque Journal #16 Albuquerque Journal #17 Albuquerque Tribune #1 Albuquerque Tribune #2 Albuquerque Tribune #3 Albuquerque Tribune #4 Santa Fe New Mexican Duke City Case Files lasdesaparecidas.com Albuquerque Historic Aerial Viewer ABjournal.com ABjournal.com #2 ABjournal.com #3 Reward Money Info "The Missing" - by Maggie Shepard KOAT.com State v. Blea ABjournal.com #4 ABjournal.com #5 KQRE Lost Girls of The Mesa Albuquerque Tribune (Montoya)

Andres Shirm spent his entire childhood terrified of a man his family thought was responsible for his mother - Jennifer Lynn Shirm's disappearance. Even the sight of the man’s photo sent Andy into full-on panic attacks. Although he'd eventually learn that his mother hadn't just been taken - she'd been murdered, it wouldn't be until decades later that he'd learn that the man he'd been afraid of all those years, hadn’t been his mother's murderer at all. Over the years, police identified several suspects in Jennifer's murder investigation - even making two arrests. Yet still, close to 40 years later, the question still remains, "Who killed Jennifer?" How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout. Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Special Thanks to our Guests: Andres Shirm, a.k.a - SicKTanicK Shane Waters, Host of Foul Play Crime Series Mike Gallagher, Former Journalist - Albuquerque, New Mexico Cynthia Vigil, Founder of Street Safe - Albuquerque, New Mexico Sam Candeleria, Former Narcotics Investigator, APD Christine Barber, Former Exec Director of Street Safe & Exec Director of Asur New Mexico Interview of Cynthia Vigil & Christin Barber conducted by: Eric A. Carter-Landin, Host & Creator of True Consequences Podcast Theme music produced for this series - Weary Pines  SOURCES: Albuquerque Journal (Death on The Cruise) Albuquerque Journal #2 Albuquerque Journal #3 Albuquerque Journal #4 Albuquerque Journal #5 Albuquerque Journal #6 Albuquerque Journal #7 Albuquerque Journal #8 Albuquerque Journal #9 Albuquerque Journal #10 Albuquerque Journal #11 Albuquerque Journal #12 Albuquerque Journal #13 Albuquerque Journal #14 Albuquerque Journal #15 Albuquerque Journal #16 Albuquerque Journal #17 Albuquerque Tribune #1 Albuquerque Tribune #2 Albuquerque Tribune #3 Albuquerque Tribune #4 Santa Fe New Mexican  Duke City Case Files lasdesaparecidas.com Albuquerque Historic Aerial Viewer ABjournal.com ABjournal.com #2  ABjournal.com #3 Reward Money Info "The Missing" - by Maggie Shepard KOAT.com State v. Blea ABjournal.com #4 ABjournal.com #5 KQRE Lost Girls of The Mesa Albuquerque Tribune (Montoya)

In 2016, April 16th was the first perfect day of spring in rural Muskegon County Michigan. By 9:00 that Saturday morning, it was 62 degrees and already the warmest day of the season by far. And 53-year-old Dawn Schmidt was among those taking advantage of these glorious conditions. Making herself a steaming cup of morning coffee, she carried it outside to her back deck and sipped away, staring at the forest, and enjoying the refreshing sunshine. But then…she heard something strange. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout. Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. ExpressVPN - Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/madness and you can get an extra three months FREE. Research & Writing: Ryan Deininger Editing: Aiden Wolf Sources: People v. Willis Jessica Heeringa Trial Rebekah Bletsch Trial Fox17 Fox17 #2 911 of couple who found Bletsch Scribd.com Partial Court Transcript Law and Crime Network  MLive.com #1 MLive.com #2 Detroit Free Press Pick Me Up Disappeared Blog Woodtv.com

Our homes are more than just physical structures; they’re our sanctuaries, providing a safe refuge from the outside world. But imagine if someone had meticulously written a 250-page manifesto, obsessively determined to breach that sanctuary? Someone so consumed with rage over a perceived wrongdoing from years earlier, that deadbolts and alarms would do nothing to stop him from carrying out his mission to exact revenge. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast: Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self. Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS. Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout. Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS. Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off. Research & Writing: Sherri Smith Editing: Aiden Wolf Sources: Cape Cod Times Psychiatric Times: The Murder-Suicide Mission Episode of Giant Bomb Mailbag Brief of Appellate: Adrian Loya BBC Killer With a Camera S.1 Ep 3 Common Wealth VS Adrian Loya True Crime Daily Law and Crime

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