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Devil Town

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Fear and hysteria grip the small town of Gilmer, Texas, when the search for missing teenager Kelly Wilson takes a series of bizarre and shocking turns. Thirty years later, journalist Wes Ferguson returns home to uncover what really happened to Kelly, who has never been found, in this wild, 11-episode true crime podcast.

"A thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding Wilson's disappearance and the ensuing hysteria that engulfed Gilmer" - Longview News-Journal

Devil Town is a production of Imperative Entertainment. It was written and created by Wes Ferguson. Executive Producer is Jason Hoch. Audio Engineering and editing by Shaine Freeman and Jason Hoch. Original score is by Robert Ellis.  Recorded by Austin Sisler at Eastside Studios.

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  • S1 · E13
    August 20 · 27 min

    The Tape | Chapter 13

    A witness comes forward after 30 years, convinced he knows who murdered Kelly Wilson in Gilmer, Texas.

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  • S1 · E12
    August 6 · 25 min

    The Lead | Chapter 12

    Devil Town is back. A promising lead in the disappearance of Kelly Dae Wilson sends police, cadaver dogs, and paranormal investigators to a property outside Gilmer.

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  • Dec 19, 2025 · 25 min

    Introducing ... The Unforgotten: Kill Site

    Christopher Whiteley makes a desperate phone call, then vanishes into the woods, igniting one of Texas' strangest and most controversial true-crime cases.Listen to more episodes over at The Unforgotten

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  • Sep 19, 2025 · 35 min

    Introducing: The Unforgotten

    California mom Dolores Wulff has a big smile, a kind heart, and a large and loving family. But her life also has a darker side.

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  • S1 · E11
    Dec 27, 2022 · 34 min

    Real Answers | Chapter 11

    The search for Kelly Wilson takes yet another strange twist when a local man is arrested for disturbing sex crimes. Private investigator Amanda Gammill announces a break in the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

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  • S1 · E10
    Dec 19, 2022 · 41 min

    The Boyfriend | Chapter 10

    Before she vanished, Kelly Wilson was dating a young man with a hot temper named Chris Denton. Police named Chris their chief suspect, but his friends insist he's innocent. Meanwhile, a Gilmer native accuses her own brother of hiding Kelly's body....

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  • S1 · E9
    Dec 12, 2022 · 39 min

    Secrets | Chapter 9

    What was Kelly hiding when she vanished? A chance encounter takes the search in a new direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E8
    Dec 5, 2022 · 41 min

    Older Men | Chapter 8

    Kelly's dad raises suspicions about the people who were closest to her. Older men in Kelly's life also come under scrutiny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E7
    Nov 28, 2022 · 38 min

    The Wreckage | Chapter 7

    Raymond's parents and Sgt. Brown demand justice from the prosecutor who accused them of kidnapping and murdering teenager Kelly Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E6
    Nov 21, 2022 · 43 min

    Courtroom Drama | Chapter 6

    State prosecutor Shane Phelps takes justice into his own hands in the capital murder cases against eight men and women who are accused of kidnapping and killing Kelly Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E5
    Nov 14, 2022 · 44 min

    Raymond | Chapter 5

    Indictments for the murder of Kelly Wilson are based on the witness statements of a young boy who said he took part in unspeakable crimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E4
    Nov 7, 2022 · 48 min

    Witch Hunt | Chapter 4

    When eight people are indicted for the murder of Kelly Wilson, a state prosecutor offers his assistance — only to seize control of the investigation.

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  • S1 · E3
    Oct 31, 2022 · 40 min

    In the Woods | Chapter 3

    Bizarre details emerge in the alleged kidnapping and murder of Kelly Wilson, terrifying the residents of a small Texas town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E2
    Oct 24, 2022 · 33 min

    The Devil Comes to Gilmer | Chapter 2

    When police officer James York Brown is assigned to search for Kelly, the case takes a stunning turn, throwing Sergeant Brown’s life into turmoil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  • S1 · E1
    Oct 17, 2022 · 31 min

    Gone | Chapter 1

    Local teenager Kelly Wilson tells friends she’s going to a party after work. Instead, Kelly vanishes from the town square in Gilmer, Texas.

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  • Sep 27, 2022 · 3 min

    Teaser: Devil Town - Series Premieres October 17

    Fear and hysteria grip the small town of Gilmer, Texas, when the search for missing teenager Kelly Wilson takes a series of bizarre and shocking turns. Thirty years later, journalist Wes Ferguson returns home to uncover what really happened to Kelly,...

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