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Case Files with Kat and Ashley

Case Files with Kat and Ashley

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Join us each week as we discuss alcoholic beverages, our chaotic lives and do deep dives into stories involving true crime, unsolved mysteries, disappearances, murder and the paranormal. Come explore the dark side of humanity!
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On the night of August 6th, 1985, just outside of the picturesque village of Tolleshunt D’Arcy in Essex, England, a shocking attack left five members – and three generations – of a family brutally murdered. At first, the police thought they were dealing with an open-and-shut case, suspecting that it was Sheila Caffell – diagnosed with schizophrenia – who had shot her adoptive parents and twin sons before turning the gun on herself. As one detective set out to prove, however, certain elements ...
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On the 7th of August 1985, five members of the Bamber family were murdered in a crime that fascinated the nation. Initially believed to have been murder-suicide committed by Sheila Caffell, it was the only surviving member, Jeremy Bamber, who was eventually convicted of the crime. To this day, he protests his innocence and there are undoubtedly questions that remain behind. This podcast takes a deep dive into the case, speaking to experts, authors and the Jeremy Bamber campaign in a bid to e ...
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Need your true crime fix? You've come to the right place. Listen to the most mysterious and unbelievable true crimes in modern history. Click the follow button to receive all notifications. 🔔 Advertising Inquiries: This podcast is represented by True Native Media. Email all advertising inquiries to info@truenativemedia.com. * * * EXPLICIT CONTENT DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains explicit content and is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. These episodes are NOT intended for childre ...
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In part two of our deep dive into the Bamber Family murders, the story gets crazy. Was the real killer ever caught, or has an innocent man paid the price for a crime he didn't commit? Join Kat as she explores the unsettling twists and growing doubts that keep this case in the spotlight, and challenges the conviction that shocked a nation. REFERENCE…
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The White House Farm murders occurred on August 7, 1985, when Nevill and June Bamber, along with their daughter Sheila Caffell and her twin sons, were found shot to death in their family home in Essex, England. Initially, police believed that Sheila, who had a history of schizophrenia, had murdered her family before taking her own life. However, su…
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The "Smiley Face Killers" theory suggests that the drownings of young, college-aged men across the U.S. are not mere accidents but the work of an organized group of killers. Retired detectives Kevin Gannon, Anthony Duarte, and Michael O'Neill, after noticing disturbing patterns in multiple cases, posited that these deaths were staged to appear acci…
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! In this week's episode Ashley does a deep dive about Ronald O'Bryan, the man who ruined Halloween aka THE Candy Man. Ronald was convicted of poisoning his own son with cyanide. Learn about the actual chain of events, the reason why and the aftermath. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! Resources: 1. https://en.wikipe…
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The murder of Maria Ridulph occurred in December 1957 when the 7-year-old girl was abducted while playing near her home in Sycamore, Illinois. Her remains were found five months later in a rural area, sparking one of the longest cold case investigations in U.S. history. Decades later, in 2012, Jack McCullough (AKA John Tessier), a former neighbor, …
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A horrifying night ends in the deaths of five family members. Two people could have committed the crime—one is dead, and the other is behind bars. But was justice truly served, or is this another case of a wrongful conviction? Join Kat as she delves into the chilling Bamber Family murders at White House Farm in Essex, England, unraveling the twists…
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In 1946 a string of brutal attacks occurred in the town of Texarkana. To this day, they remain unsolved. In the first part of our two part episode we look at the attacks on eight people which left five dead. Who were the victims? What could motivate such viscous crimes? And were they all connected? Edited by Maxwell Holechek…
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If you'd like to listen ad-free, check out patreon.com/crimehub. Huge thanks to our Sponsors: Acorns: Head to acorns.com/crimehub or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! June's Journey: Download June's Journey on Apple iOS or Android today. Paramount: Be sure to check out “Murder in the Orange Grove: The Trou…
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If you'd like to listen ad-free, check out patreon.com/crimehub. Huge thanks to our Sponsors: Acorns: Head to acorns.com/crimehub or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! June's Journey: Download June's Journey on Apple iOS or Android today. Paramount: Be sure to check out “Murder in the Orange Grove: The Trou…
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In this episode, we delve into the fascinating Pascagoula Elephant Man/Alien Abduction case of 1973, where Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker encountered strange, grotesque beings by the Pascagoula River. Despite skepticism and differing reactions from the two men, their story of being abducted, examined aboard an alien craft, and returned unharmed …
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If you'd like to listen ad-free, check out patreon.com/crimehub. Huge thanks to our Sponsors: Acorns: Head to acorns.com/crimehub or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! June's Journey: Download June's Journey on Apple iOS or Android today. Paramount: Be sure to check out “Murder in the Orange Grove: The Trou…
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In this episode Ashley discusses the story of Susan Walters Kuhnhausen. Her husband sent a hitman to kill her but instead, she killed him. Join us as we explore her story, the aftermath and what she's doing now. Resources: 1. https://www.wweek.com/news/2016/08/17/a-hit-man-came-to-kill-susan-kuhnhausen-she-survived-he-didnt/ 2. https://www.wave3.co…
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If you'd like to listen ad-free, go to patreon.com/crimehub. Huge thanks to our Sponsors: Acorns: Head to acorns.com/crimehub or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! June's Journey: Download June's Journey on Apple iOS or Android today. Paramount: Be sure to check out “Murder in the Orange Grove: The Troubled…
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In this week's episode, Kat & Ashley are joined by Melissa - the Outreach, Education, & Prevention Director w/ Bay Area Turning Point to talk about all things cyberstalking. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we thought the best way to handle this is to bring in an expert & try to bring education to all of you so you could pass it on. F…
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In 1959, Robert Raymond Cook was accused of murdering his father, stepmother, and five siblings in Stettler, Alberta. The bodies were found hidden in a grease pit, and Cook, known for his criminal history, was arrested after attempting to flee. Despite maintaining his innocence and a lack of clear motive, Cook was convicted twice and eventually han…
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On a dark night in April 1989, a young man named Chip Flynn was shot in a Florida orange grove. His ex-girlfriend Kim was the only surviving witness and claimed a Black man had robbed, kidnapped, and killed Chip. A year later, Crosley Green was sentenced to death by an all-white jury for Flynn's murder. After 32 years behind bars, a judge ruled Gre…
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Nara Pech, a Canadian-born man of Southeast Asian descent, embarked on a backpacking trip with friends in 2015 to reconnect with his cultural roots. After experiencing increasing paranoia during their journey, Nara was found dead in a Laos airport, with the government claiming he died by suicide after a psychotic break. His family, however, dispute…
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In part 2 Ashley discusses Holly's history, her relationship with Jesse, the actual crime and how all of these organizations and adults failed these victims to the fullest extent. Always remember the names of: Rylee Elizabeth Allen, Michael James Mayo, Tiffany Dore Guess, Ivy Webster and Brittany Brewer. Resources: 1. Body of Crime: Henryetta Mass …
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Want to listen ad-free? Try it FREE for 7 days here: patreon.com/Crimehub In 2015, a group of elderly thieves, known as "The Diamond Wheezers," executed a daring heist in London's Hatton Garden, stealing around £14 million worth of valuables from an underground safe deposit vault. Despite their meticulous planning, the gang made crucial mistakes, i…
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In this episode Ashley details the criminal history of Jesse McFadden, the man responsible for the Henryetta mass murder. Once you learn about his history you too will be left wondering how in the hell was this man free to walk around and why was he allowed around these children. Part 2 will cover Holly's history and the actual tragedy. Resources: …
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Want to listen ad-free? Try it FREE for 7 days here: patreon.com/Crimehub In August 2005, a group of over twenty thieves pulled off one of the largest bank heists in history, tunneling into the Central Bank of Brazil in Fortaleza and stealing $70 million without triggering any alarms. The sophisticated plan, which took three months to execute, invo…
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Welcome to Part 2 of the Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) or the Gilgo Beach Killer story, and we are joined again by Sarah Sarah! This is a HUGE & WILD story - but it's important to remind everyone that we want to honor the victims & their loved ones of this case. With that being said, this episode starts with the discovery that an architect named…
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In August of 1985, five members of the Bamber family were murdered. But what exactly happened that night remains hotly contested. The open and shut case becomes more complicated as Jeremy suddenly becomes the prime suspect. But mishandling of the crime scene, questionable witnesses and evidence gathered in a suspicious manner leaves more questions …
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In 2014, Japanese tourist Atsumi Yoshikubo traveled alone to Yellowknife, Canada, seemingly to witness the northern lights, despite it being the off-season for viewing. After a few days, she mysteriously disappeared, leading to an extensive search by the community and authorities. The investigation revealed evidence suggesting she may have planned …
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This week, Kat and Ashley are joined by Sarah Sarah! (FInally!) Kat kicks off a two-part series on the gripping investigation into the Long Beach Serial Killer and his eventual capture after decades of eluding justice. Grab a drink, because the story is intense. From a corrupt police force to the neglect of the victims' stories, this case is brimmi…
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Chicago, known for its rich cultural history and economic significance, also harbors a darker past marked by violence and tragedy. From its role as the meat-packing capital of the world to the infamous Prohibition-era mob wars, the city has been a backdrop for numerous catastrophic events, including devastating floods and the SS Eastland disaster. …
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Join us this week as Ashley tells us about the disappearance and murder of Sierah Joughim that led investigators to discover a barn of horrors. Even though the case has a heartbreaking ending, her family turned this tragedy into a lot of positivity which we discuss towards the end of the episode. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. Res…
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In August of 1985, five members of the Bamber family were murdered. But what exactly happened that night remains hotly contested. Police were called to the family home where allegedly eldest daughter Sheila was on a rampage. When police entered the home they would find her parents, Nevill and June, her twin sons Daniel and Nicholas and finally Shei…
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Grab a beer and join us as Kat talks to us about the tragic and brutal murder of Mary Anne Holmes, a 29-year-old single mother who was violently attacked in her own home in Thatcher, Arizona. On the night of July 9th, 1995, an unknown assailant broke into Mary Anne's house, subjecting her to unspeakable horrors while her two young daughters were pr…
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In 1990, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston was the site of a major art heist, where two thieves disguised as police officers gained entry and stole 13 pieces of art valued at around $500 million. Among the stolen works was "The Concert" by Vermeer, one of only 34 known paintings by the artist. Despite extensive investigations and multip…
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Lyle and Marie McCann, an elderly couple from Alberta, Canada, went missing in July 2010 while on a road trip to British Columbia. Their burned-out motorhome was found in a remote area, but their bodies were never recovered. Travis Vader, a known criminal, was eventually convicted of their murders, although the case faced numerous legal complicatio…
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This week Ashley discusses the frustrating disappearance case of Christopher Thompkins, a 20 year old African-American man from Georgia. He was with 3 coworkers when they claim they looked away from him for a few seconds and then he was 'mysteriously' gone. Help us keep his name alive. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! Anyone with an…
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On August 10, 1901, Oxford scholars, Elizabeth Morison and Frances Lamont, happened upon a potential time travel experience in France, in which they claim to have stumbled across Marie Antoinette herself, and experienced what they felt were inexplicable events and people. Their publication titled “An Adventure” detailed their bizarre incident first…
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Ken Leishman, born in 1931 in a farming community west of Winnipeg, grew up amid the hardships of the Great Depression, which devastated his family. Turning to crime as a young man, Ken achieved folk hero status by pulling off one of the largest gold heists in Canadian history. Despite his criminal exploits, he managed to maintain a façade of respe…
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A string of murders in Boston from 1962-1964 ended when Albert DeSalvo, a man already incarcerated for a variety of crimes confessed to the murders. But was he really the murderer? In our second part of our two part series we look at Albert DeSalvo. Who was he? Was he really the Boston Strangler? And if he wasn’t, who was? Edited by Max Holechek…
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In 15th-century France, Gilles de Rais, a wealthy nobleman and celebrated war hero, descended into madness and infamy. Initially known for his bravery alongside Joan of Arc, he became notorious for the abduction, torture, and murder of over 140 children. His heinous crimes were driven by a thirst for violence and a failed pursuit of alchemy and sat…
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It's Part 2 of Kat's deep dive into the Synanon cult, and it gets really WILD really quickly. So, hang on to your hats, folks. REFERENCES: THE DOC: The Synanon Fix | Official Website for the HBO Original | HBO.com THE PODCAST: The Sunshine Place on Apple Podcasts The Cult of Synanon | SC S04E02 Part I (youtube.com) Former Synanon child's photos: (6…
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The Peter Demeter case involves the 1973 murder of his wife, Christine Demeter, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Peter Demeter, a Hungarian-Canadian real estate developer, was convicted of orchestrating her brutal killing to claim a substantial life insurance policy. The trial revealed a sordid tale of betrayal, greed, and hired killers, capturing …
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In June of 1962, the brutal murder and assault of Anna Slesers would kick off a string of similar murders. Dubbed “The Boston Strangler” by the press, it was quickly assumed that the murders were executed by one individual, a fact that is debated to this day. In part one of our two part series covering the case, we examine the murders. Edited by Ma…
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Melvin Mingo is a notorious criminal known for orchestrating a series of high-profile heists. His clever tactics and ability to evade capture have made him a legendary figure in the world of crime. Huge thanks to our Sponsors: Shopify: Go to shopify.com/crimehub to take your retail business to the next level today. June's Journey: Download June's J…
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Join us this week as Kat kicks off Part 1 of her deep dive into Synanon – a drug rehabilitation program turned cult that began in the late 1950s and eventually inspired the troubled teen industry. In this first episode, we explore the early, seemingly positive days of Synanon – you might even feel tempted to join! But beware, the journey ahead is f…
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In January 2023, Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother and successful real estate executive, vanished under mysterious circumstances from her home in Cohasset, Massachusetts. Her sudden disappearance sparked an extensive investigation, revealing unsettling details and raising numerous questions about her personal life. As authorities uncovered a series …
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Henri-Désiré Landru, nicknamed the Bluebeard of Gambais, was a French serial killer who swindled lovelorn women, promising romance with his lonely hearts personal ads in the early 1900s, when these women would go inexplicably missing - truly a cautionary tale for the Tinder generation. He eventually murdered at least 10 women and a young man betwee…
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In December 2018, Grace Millane, a 22-year-old British backpacker, was tragically murdered while traveling in New Zealand. Her disappearance on the night of her birthday prompted an intense police investigation that led to the arrest of Jesse Kempson, who she had met on a dating app. The chilling details of her final hours revealed that she was str…
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In this week's episode, Ashley tells us about Poveglia Island, the most haunted island on the planet, also described as the most evil place on earth. We discuss the history of the island, the deaths that occurred and all the paranormal activity. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! Resources: 1. https://thelittlehouseofhorrors.com/poveg…
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On this episode of Crimehub, we cover the mysterious disappearance of 12-year-old Abby Drover, who vanished without a trace on her way to school in 1976. The investigation reveals shocking twists, including the discovery of a hidden underground bunker where Abby was held captive for months by a trusted community member. Through interviews with law …
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In the early 80s, the Von Erich family was wrestling royalty. An unstoppable wrestling dynasty founded by Father Fritz and followed by sons David, Kevin and Kerry. But soon tragedy after tragedy would hit the family in an unimaginable way. The true story of what would be dramatized in The Iron Claw contains even more devastation than what would pla…
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Want to listen ad-free? Try it FREE for 7 days here: patreon.com/Crimehub Welcome to another episode of Crimehub where we examine the details surrounding the tragic Our Lady of the Angels school fire of 1958, a disaster that claimed 92 lives and forever changed fire safety regulations in the United States. Through survivor accounts and expert insig…
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