The Crime Scene Weekly

ABC News

From the discovery of grisly new crimes to breakthroughs in cases that are far from closed, stay up to speed on the latest true crime headlines. Each week, host Brad Mielke sits down with the journalists covering the cases with direct access to survivors, investigators and families searching for answers. This is true crime in real-time revealing what's happening now and what happens next.

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#7
Sep 10, 2025 · 25 min
Cold Blooded: A Gamble
In this bonus episode, we share Brad Mielke's recent conversation with ABC News' own Chris Connelly about his new show, "Cold Blooded: Mystery in Alaska." This episode was originally released as a bonus seventh episode of "Cold Blooded." All six episodes of "Cold Blooded: Mystery in Alaska" are out now. You can listen to the entire series for free on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or your favorite podcast app. And to stay connected to ABC Audio's true crime universe, please follow our flagship series 20/20 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 3, 2025 · 26 min
Devil in the Desert: A Neon Sign For Crime
If you tuned in last week, you heard the first episode of our latest series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Devil in the Desert." Today, we're sharing episode two. In this episode, a neighbor who sees something odd outside her window leads investigators to their first clue. Ready to hear more? Episode three is already out on all podcast platforms. To hear the next episode and catch the rest of the series, follow "Devil in the Desert" on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Amazon Music⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jun 26, 2025 · 37 min
Devil in the Desert: Cat and Mouse
Today, we're bringing you something a little different. This is the first episode of our latest narrative series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Devil in the Desert." In October 2012, a man is found brutally tortured in the Mojave Desert — setting off a decade-long chase to bring the perpetrators to justice. Ready to hear more? Episode two is already out on all podcast platforms. To hear the next episode and catch the rest of the series, follow "Devil in the Desert" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 19, 2025 · 22 min
A Father on the Run
Late last month, three young girls were killed while under the care of their father, Travis Decker, who is now on the run in the wilderness of the Northwest. Here’s what authorities are saying now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 12, 2025 · 24 min
The Crypto Kidnapping
You can never be sure what your neighbors are doing. For more than two weeks, a man was allegedly tortured and held hostage inside a New York City townhouse. Police say it was all for his Bitcoin password. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 5, 2025 · 27 min
Inmates Escape In Alleged Inside Job
Last month, ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans prison under the cover of night. Two are still on the run. How did they do it? Ask the dozen people charged with helping them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 29, 2025 · 26 min
Murdaugh Murder Trial Clerk Under Fire
Two years ago, Alex Murdaugh was convicted of murdering his wife and son. Now, the county clerk who played a key role in the double murder trial has been charged with perjury. Could this mean a retrial for Alex Murdaugh? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22, 2025 · 28 min
The Alexander Brothers Sex Trafficking Scandal
The Alexander brothers were once the golden boys of luxury real estate. Now, they are at the center of a disturbing and shocking scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 15, 2025 · 31 min
Sherri Papini Back In Court After Kidnapping Hoax
Sherri Papini, who gained national attention for faking her own kidnapping, is back in the spotlight. She's trying to reclaim her story and wants to change her custody arrangement with her kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 8, 2025 · 28 min
20 Years in Captivity
A woman in Connecticut is accused of keeping her stepson in captivity for two decades. In a desperate bid to escape, the stepson set the house on fire — and is now sharing his story with the police. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 1, 2025 · 32 min
'Doomsday Mom' Found Guilty, Again
Lori Vallow Daybell, known as the "Doomsday Mom," is already serving time for the murder of two of her children. Now, she has been convicted of conspiring to kill her ex-husband, adding another dark chapter to a chilling chain of events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 24, 2025 · 37 min
Diddy on Trial
For decades, music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was one of the most powerful people in hip-hop. But now, he faces federal charges that could put him behind bars for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 17, 2025 · 20 min
Wife of Green Beret Charged with His Murder
In January, a retired Green Beret named Clint Bonnell vanished without a trace. Now, his wife has been charged with his gruesome murder, and his girlfriend is sharing her side of the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 10, 2025 · 28 min
Murder Retrial for Karen Read Begins
The high-profile murder trial of Karen Read captivated millions and divided a tight-knit Massachusetts community. Now, a year after her first trial ended in a hung jury, Read is back in court being tried for murder again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 3, 2025 · 29 min
The Menendez Brothers' Fight For Freedom
More than three decades after the murder of their parents, the Menendez brothers are back in the spotlight and fighting for their freedom. New developments could change the course of their future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 27, 2025 · 36 min
New Details in Idaho Murders Case
ABC News has obtained the dramatic 911 call in the Idaho student murders case. What we've learned could change the way we see the whole case. Plus, late breaking news on suspect Bryan Kohberger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 20, 2025 · 30 min
Tupac Murder Suspect Speaks Out
The question of who killed Tupac Shakur has been a mystery for nearly 30 years. Now, the only person ever charged in his murder is speaking out for the first time since his arrest — and changing his story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 11, 2025 · 40 sec
Introducing 'The Crime Scene Weekly' with Brad Mielke
From the discovery of grisly new crimes to breakthroughs in cases that are far from closed, stay up to speed on the latest true crime headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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