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Least of These
Covering the victims that need it most. Every life matters. Everyone deserves justice.
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Least of These160. “The Patrolman” - The Case of Cara Knott - San Diego, California - [Part 1 of 2]
An unlikely suspect, a news segment, and scratch marks. Two days after Christmas, on December 27th, 1986, 20-year-old Cara Knott was driving back to her…
Least of These159. “Gone in 60 Seconds” - The Case of Chelsea Small - Taylor, Michigan
A silent alarm, a gun store robbery, and surveillance video. On November 12th, 2013, 30-year-old Chelsea Small was working her job at Advance America Cash…
Least of These158. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 4 of 4]
Dropped charges, opposing testimonies, and sudden passion. As the murder trial of Lisa Jones Dykes continued, Charles Beltran took the stand as a prosecution…
Least of These157. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 3]
A hairdresser, a relator, and the grim reaper. The trial for Lisa Jo Dykes in the murder of Marisela Botello began on December 5th, 2020. Those who knew Lisa…
Least of These156. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 2]
An international manhunt, missing evidence, and a repossessed Cadillac. Charles Beltran, Lisa Dykes, and Nina Marano were all charged in the murder of Marisela…
Least of These155. “A Chance Meeting” - The Case of Marisela Botello - Dallas, Texas - [Part 1]
A missed flight, a wannabe rapper, and a sugar mama pyramid scheme. In October of 2020, 23-year-old, Marisela Botello left her home in Seattle, Washington and…
Least of TheseRe-Release - "The Shocking Truth" - A Survivor Speaks - Judge Rotenberg Center - Canton, Massachusetts
Due to technical difficulties, I am unable to release a new episode. It's been a week, ya'll! But I thought I'd take this opportunity to re-release arguably…
Least of These154. “A Double Life” - The Case of Kensie Aubry - Kansas City, Missouri
A pilot, a mistress, and two searches. In April of 2021 a 13-year old girl came forward to report horrific sexual abuse at the hands of 30-year-old Maggie…
Least of These153. “Out of Gas” - The Case of Sky Metalwala - Bellevue, Washington
A stranded car, a sleeping toddler, and a bitter divorce. On November 6th of 2011 29-year-old Julia Biryukova, strapped her two-year-old son, Sky, in the…
Least of These152. The Case of Jill Stuchenko, Cyntha Maas, Natasha Montgomery and Loren Leslie - With A Million Other Choices
It’s my last week off for Christmas and Kim with A Million Other Choices Podcast is filling in again with the stories of Jill Stuchenko, Cyntha Maas, Natasha…
Least of These151. The Case of Donna Jones - With A Million Other Choices
I’m off for Christmas but have no fear because Kim with A Million Other Choices Podcast is here with the case of Donna Jones in Ottawa, Canada. "Why…
Least of These150. “Act Normal” - The Case of Amber Aiaz and Melissa Fu - Irvine, California
A knock at the door, handwritten notes, and 44 days of surveillance. In November of 2019, 34-year-old Amber Aiaz and her daughter, 13-year-old Melissa Fu…
Least of These149. “Seven Hours” - The Case of the Luna Family - Phoenix, Arizona
A burglary, Freddy Krueger, and a surprise confession. In September of 1993 23-year-old Richard Djerf systematically tortured and murdered four members of the…
Least of These148. “Under Investigation” - The Case of Benson Xiong - Wausau, Wisconsin
Abuse allegations, a text message, and a dark history. In October of 2018 Heather Gardner dropped off her healthy, happy, 11-week-old baby boy, Benson Xiong…
Least of These147. RETIRED AIR FORCE: Ronald Gene Simmons With Military Murder
I’m off this week! Thankfully, Mama Margot from Military Murder is here with the case of Ronald Gene Simmons. Ronald Gene Simmons was a Navy Veteran and Air…
Least of These146. “The Walk Home” - The Case of Martha Jean Lambert - Elkton, Florida.
A missing girl, two confessions, and a search that spanned decades. On November 27th, 1985, 12-year-old, Martha Jean Lambert was walking home from a neighbor’s…
Least of These145. “Murder on the #5 Train” - The Case of Marina Placensia - Denver, Colorado
A plan, a train ride, and an unexplained death. In September of 2016, 28-year-old Marina Placensia, her boyfriend, Angelo Mantych and their children were…
Least of These144. “The Note” - The Case of James “Jim” Whitaker - South Bloomingville, Ohio - The Confession [Part 2 of 2]
A confession, a stray bullet, and a jaw dropping moment in court. After investigators arrested Michael Dixon, he confessed that he had shot Jim Whitaker. At…
Least of These143. “The Note” - The Case of James “Jim” Whitaker - South Bloomingville, Ohio - The Disappearance - [Part 1]
A roommate, a 60-inch TV, and a cabin in the woods. In July of 2023 56-year-old Jim Whitaker vanished from his home in South Bloomingville, Ohio. The last…
Least of These142. “I Snapped” - The Case of Shanteari Weems - Baltimore, Maryland
An accusation, a shooting, and a shocking sentence. For over 17 years Shanteari Weems owned and operated Lil Kids Kastle Daycare along with her friend in…
Least of These141. “Chop Shop” - The Case of Samuel Crawford - Stillwater, Oklahoma
A shade tree mechanic, a helicopter, and a murder plot. On August 29th, 2023 21-year-old, Samuel Crawford was having trouble with his truck. After leaving…
Least of These140. “A Kick in the Night” - The Case of Breasia Terrell - Davenport, Iowa - The Eyewitness [Part 3 of 3]
A new witness, a trial, and a startling revelation. After a new witness came forward, investigators had direct evidence linking Henry Dinkins to the scene…
Least of These139. “A Kick in the Night” - The Case of Breasia Terrell - Davenport, Iowa - The Murder [Part 2 of 3]
Three fishermen, a flood, and a new story. As the investigation into Breasia Terrell’s disappearance continued, all eyes were on Henry Dinkins. Suspicions were…
Least of These138. “A Kick in the Night” - The Case of Breasia Terrell - Davenport, Iowa - The Disappearance [Part 1 of 3]
A visit, an early morning fishing trip and a purple car. On July 9th 2020, ten-year-old Breasia Terrell went with her eight-year-old half brother to visit his…
Least of These137. “The Son in Law” - The Case of Roosevelt and Martine Bernard - Broward County, Florida
A mysterious woman, a hot iPhone, and cell phone data. In June of 2018 the body of 68-year-old, Roosevelt Bernard was found in a vacant lot by his home…
Least of These136. "No One Believes We Have A Serial Killer" - The Case of Essie Jackson, Tonja Harry, Angela Anderson, Latanga Watts, & Lawauna Triplet - Portland, Oregon - [Part 2 of 2]
A criminal history, two-court rulings, and another death. After a shocking arrest details about who Homer Lee Jackson was begin to surface. Decades after the…
Least of These135. “No One Believes We Have A Serial Killer” - The Case of Essie Jackson, Tonja Harry, Angela Anderson, Latanga Watts, & Lawauna Triplet - Portland, Oregon
Five murders, five miles and an unexpected arrest. From 1983 to 1993 five young, black, women from North Portland were murdered. At one point police in Seattle…
Least of These134. "Deadly Prank" - The Case of Daniel Hawkins, Drake Ruiz, and Jacob Ivascu - Corona, California
A sleep-over, a dare, and a license plate. On January 19th, 2020 six teenage boys were having a sleep-over to celebrate a birthday. During a game of…
Least of These133. "The Root of All Evil" - The Case of Maria and John Granat Senior - Palos Park, Illinois
A Skype conversation, a bottle of chlorine and a missing taillight. On September 11th, 2011, John Granat Junior called 911 to report that his parent's home in…
Least of These132. "Check Your Email" - The Case of Nadia Kajouji & Mark Drybrough
A chat room, a nurse, and an unlikely detective. In March of 2008 Nadia Kajouji was depressed. Life wasn't going the way she expected, and she repeatedly tried…
Least of These131. "Obsession" The Case of Miya Marcano - Orlando, Florida - [Part 2 of 2 - The Murder]
A GPS tracking device, a sketchy roommate, and keys stuffed in a pipe. In September of 2021 19-year-old Miya Marcano missed her flight from Orlando to Fort…
Least of These130. “Obsession” - The Case of Miya Marcano - Orlando, Florida - [Part 1 - The Disappearance]
A missed flight, surveillance footage, and a Cash App. In September of 2021 19-year-old, Miya Marcano was supposed to catch a flight from Orlando to Fort…
Least of These129. “Locked In” - The Case of Lacey Fletcher - Slaughter, Louisiana
An indictment, dropped charges, and 20 years of neglect. On January 3rd, 2022 Shelia and Clay Fletcher called 911 to report their 36-year-old daughter, Lacey…
Least of These128. "Something is Wrong With That One.” - The Murder of Zell Howard - Newport News, Virginia
A voice text, demons, and an undetermined death. In 2021 Sarah Ganoe was living in Newport News, Virginia with her fiancé, John, and her two children. On the…
Least of These127: “The Pastor’s Wife” - The Murder of Anna “Karissa” Grandine - Toronto, Canada [Part 2 of 2]
Two trials, an appeal, and a shocking verdict. As investigators began to piece together the truth about what happened to Karissa Grandine, a disturbing picture…
Least of These126: “The Pastor’s Wife” - The Murder of Anna “Karissa” Grandine - Toronto, Canada - [Part 1 of 2]
A hospital visit, an affair, and unexplained symptoms. The summer of 2011 should have been an incredible time for Karissa and Philip Grandine. Married for…
Least of These125: “Into the Bush” - The Disappearance of Angie Fuller - Alice Springs, Australia
A new beginning, a road trip, and a missing mom. In January of 2023 Angie Fuller was looking forward to starting her new job. She celebrated Christmas in…
Least of These124: SUSPICIOUS DEATH: Emilie Morris with Crimeaholics
I am taking one more week off in order to my life in order. I will be back next Thursday and we’ll get back to our normally scheduled show. Thankfully, our…
Least of These123: A Knock at the Door - The Murder of Cheryl Smith - Pawtucket, Rhode Island
An ex girlfriend, a new engagement and a ghost gun. Cheryl Smith was gunned down at her home in Pawtucket, Rhode Island on New Year’s Day of 2020. Hours after…
Least of These122: [Utah] Elizabeth Salgado Pt. 1 with Big Mad True Crime
We have officially moved to Florida! Unfortunately there are some technical issues that still have to be worked out. But fear not, Heather Ashley from Big Mad…
Least of These121: [Florida] HaLeigh Cummings with Big Mad True Crime
I’m still packing and moving so this week’s episode is brought to you by the one and only Heather Ashley of Big Mad True Crime! Thanks so much, Heather! When 5…
Least of These120: SAN ANTONIO: Andreen McDonald with Military Murder
Hey, guys! I’m still recovering from a cold and in the middle of moving. Fortunately Margot with Military Murder Podcast shared one of her episodes with us. In…
Least of These119: “I’m No Pearl Fernandez” - The Case of Anthony Avalos - Lancaster, CA - [Part 2 of 2]
A bench trial, a civil suit, and two defenses. On June 20th, 2018 Heather Barron called 911 to report that her 10-year-old was unresponsive and not breathing…
Least of These118: "I'm No Pearl Fernandez" - The Case of Anthony Avalos - Lancaster, CA - [Part 1 of 2]
A letter, repeated calls to DCFS, and gang ties. On June 20th, 2018 Heather Barron called 911 to report that her 10-year-old was unresponsive and not…
Least of These117: “Mistaken Release” - The Murders of Leon Pye, Kaeos Yates & Andrea Blankenship
An early release, a triple homicide, and an attack. In 2021 in Chickasha, Oklahoma, Lawrence Paul Anderson was released from prison early. Just weeks after his…
Least of These116: “Everyone’s Daughter” - The Case of Sierra LaMar - Morgan Hill, CA
A selfie, a cellphone ping, and an undercover operation. In 2012 Sierra LaMar vanished while walking to her bus stop in Morgan Hill, California. Sierra’s…
Least of These115: “Dark Obsessions” - The Murder of Robin Burton Jr. - Woodstock, Illinois
A car crash, a broken fan, and Ted Bundy. In 2009 a maintenance man at apartments in Woodstock, Illinois went to a routine complaint. When he entered the…
Least of These114: The Case of Anthony “Tony” Mitchell with The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs
Last week I had the honor of being a guest on The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs. I sat down with Brett and we discussed the case of Tony Mitchell and what has…
Least of These113: “The Meeting” - The Murder of Dilcia Mejia - Miami, Florida
A fight at school, a meeting, and a pen. In September of 2004 Dilcia Mejia celebrated her 16th birthday. Five days later she was found brutally murdered in her…
Least of These112: RE-RELEASE - "Mary's Voice" - The Murder of Mary Santina Collins
March 28th, 2023 marks three years since Mary Collins was brutally murdered at the hands of people she trusted. Every year from March 28th - April 5th Mary's…
Least of These111: “Give Me Biscuits and I’ll Tell Everything” - Amarjeet Sada - Bihar, India
A missing infant, biscuits, and a shocking confession. In May of 2007 in a village in Bihar, India, an infant went missing from the primary school. Villagers…
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110: "A Day Like Any Other" - Alice Matheny - Eaton, Ohio
An appointment, a two mile walk, and ice cream. In November of 2022 93-year-old Alice Matheny went out with her granddaughter, 35-year-old, Heidi Matheny, for…
Least of These109: “Inconceivable Accident” - The Death of Vincent Rowell - Walker County, Alabama
An arrest, a foot chase, and four flat tires. On September 30th, 2009 Vincent Rowell took a dump truck from the Jefferson County Lot. Spike strips were…
Least of These108: “Death at the County Jail” - Anthony “Tony” Mitchell - Walker County, AL
A mental health crisis, a death, and a coverup. On January 12th, 2023 Walker County Deputies were called to the home of 33-year-old Anthony “Tony” Mitchell for…
Least of These107: “An Incomplete Investigation” - The Death of Logan Willis in Haralson County, Georgia
An inadvertent photograph, an unexpected visitor, and something left behind at the scene. In 2018 19-year-old Logan Willis was found deceased at his home in…
Least of These106: “Nature Boy” & The Cult of Carbon Nation - [Part 3 of 3 FINAL]
A murder, a move to Atlanta, and the arrest. In 2020 a former member of Carbon Nation, Mariya Kelly, stabbed her mother in their Cape Coral, Florida home…
Least of These105: “Nature Boy” & The Cult of Carbon Nation - [Part 2 of 3]
Larry Hoover of the Jungle, the death of Mama Dia, and sea turtles. As Carbon Nation continues to grow, Eligio Bishop, aka Nature Boy, and his followers are…
Least of These104: “Nature Boy” & The Cult of Carbon Nation - [Part 1 of 3]
Trees, poop, and immortality. Eligio Lee Bishop was born in Harlem, New York. After some legal trouble in his youth, he went on to own a successful barbershop…
Least of These103: “Mary’s Voice” - Update on the Case of Mary Santina Collins
In March of 2020 Mary Santina Collins was a 20 year old with her entire life ahead of her. She was looking forward to a simple night out with a supposed…
Least of These102: “The Cinderella Effect” - The Story of Emani Moss - [Part 2 of 2] - The Murder
A Walmart receipt, a guilty plea, and pencils. Emani Gabrielle Moss was born on April 23rd, 2003. Her life was rocky from the start. In 2009 her father married…