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True Crime is a compelling podcast dedicated to unraveling the mysteries, motives, and mayhem behind the world’s most fascinating and chilling real-life cases. With a deep dive into crimes that have shocked the world and others that flew under the radar, this podcast leaves no stone unturned in its pursuit of the truth. From cold cases and unsolved mysteries to infamous criminal masterminds and heinous acts of violence, 'True Crime' explores the darkest sides of humanity while also shedding light on the heroes, victims, and survivors caught in the web of these events.

Each episode is meticulously crafted to transport listeners to the heart of each story. You’ll feel the tension of a high-stakes manhunt, the heartbreak of shattered lives, and the triumph of justice served. Through thorough research and gripping narration, the podcast captures every detail, from the smallest clue that cracked a case wide open to the courtroom drama that determined a killer’s fate. With interviews from experts, eyewitnesses, and sometimes even those directly involved in the crimes, 'True Crime' offers a multi-dimensional perspective that keeps you engaged from start to finish.

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Yesterday · 1 hr 34 min
Federal Corrections Officer Caught In Murder Plot
33 year old postal worker Jason Schaefer was delivering mail on his route, when an unidentified person approached him, and opened fire. Several residents ran out of their homes to find Jason Schaefer lying in a pool of blood next to his mail truck......
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Thursday · 51 min
Real-Life Forensic Investigations into Cold-Blooded Poisoners and Hidden Family Crimes
Poison is the subtlest form of death, and investigators must see through unusual circumstances to bring these murders to light.
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Wednesday · 51 min
Unraveling a Cryptic Ransom Plot and a Cold-Blooded Kidnapping in Mississippi
In the summer of 1988, a wealthy Jackson, Mississippi woman disappeared from her home in broad daylight. Left behind was a mysterious ransom note listing twelve names and no specific instructions. The note, and a few drops of blood were the only clues...
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Tuesday · 52 min
How the Texas Rangers Use Forensics to Solve Cold-Blooded Murders
Formed in the 1830s to protect settlers against Indian attack, the Rangers became part of the Texas Highway Patrol in 1935. Their role has continued to evolve to keep up with changing times; today it includes sophisticated forensics labs.
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Monday · 52 min
How Forensic Science Unravels Hire-to-Kill Murder Plots and Exposes Conspirators
For a price, anything’s possible. Contract killings arose out of the need to establish the perfect alibi. By hiring someone else to do the dirty work, a person can deflect guilt, at least in theory. Forensics is changing that, leading investigators...
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Sunday · 50 min
The Cross-Country Spree Killing of Lewis Gilbert and Eric Elliott
A Labor Day weekend turned into a nightmare of murder as a cross-country crime spree terrorized the nation. In a small Ohio community, an elderly woman and a teenage boy disappeared within hours of each other. Police believed the cases were linked,...
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August 22 · 50 min
The Tragic Disappearance and Murder Investigation of 11-Year-Old Britney Martinez
A day that began with a class field trip ended with a parent’s worst nightmare. An 11-year-old girl was missing. Her parents were certain she was no runaway. When they failed to find her in their quiet Illinois neighborhood, they called the police....
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August 21 · 50 min
Uncovering the Forensic Trail of Serial Killers in California
For serial killers, once is never enough. For investigators, the challenge is steep when the killers murder by numbers.
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August 20 · 49 min
The Manhunt for White Supremacist Serial Killer Joseph Paul Franklin and the FBI's Nationwide Investigation
On August 20, 1980, an unseen sniper murdered two young black men as they jogged with two white women in Salt Lake City, Utah. Police threw all their resources into finding a killer who left almost no clues behind. They met with FBI agents and...
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August 19 · 2 hr 4 min
Erin Moriarty Investigates Suspicious Deaths and Potential Homicides in Three Chilling Cases
features veteran correspondent Erin Moriarty as she dives deep into three complex true crime cases that challenge the initial findings of law enforcement. Each segment examines the fine line between suicide and homicide, highlighting how investigators...
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August 18 · 2 hr 6 min
Three Gripping Investigations Into Greed, Passion, and Betrayal in the Dark Side of Human Ambition
nvestigates a high-stakes conflict between two wealthy entrepreneurs in Napa Valley whose dream of owning a successful winery spiraled into financial swindling and a shocking act of violence.
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August 17 · 2 hr 6 min
A Three-Part Investigation into Greed, Passion, and Deadly Betrayal featuring "The Millionaire, the Model & the Hit Man
The Millionaire, the Model & the Hit Man: A gripping exploration of a murder-for-hire plot involving a successful entrepreneur and his wife, illustrating how power and jealousy can escalate into a deadly conspiracy.
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August 16 · 50 min
The Deceptive Murder of David Wilkey and the FBI’s High-Stakes Investigation into a Cold-Blooded Insurance Conspiracy
Hunter’s Target: At first it seemed like a tragic hunting accident when 18-year-old David Wilkey was shot to death in rural Virginia in 1983. A tenacious insurance investigator suspected foul play, but he had no direct evidence. Two years later, a man...
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August 15 · 50 min
How Forensics Unmasked Cold-Blooded Killers in Three True Crime Investigations
Some people murder for love. But these killers did it for the money. When greed is the motive, investigators must make every clue pay off.
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August 14 · 51 min
The FBI Investigation into the 1987 Chippendales Murder and the Downfall of Steve Banerjee
In 1987, a successful television producer was gunned down in his New York office. It looked like a professional hit. With no leads, the investigation stalled. Four years later and a continent away, a man told Los Angeles police he had been hired to...
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August 13 · 52 min
Toxicologists Uncover the Hidden Chemistry of Calculated Murders.
Toxicology: While drugs can cure disease and ease pain, they can also be agents of murder. Toxicologists can examine blood and tissue to uncover cases where death is not as natural as it may seem--from slow arsenic poisoning to quick cocaine overdoses.
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August 12 · 50 min
The Midwestern Bank Bandits: How the FBI Dismantled a Dangerous Extremist Terrorist Cell
In the mid-1990’s, a gang of professional bank robbers raided cities across seven states. Disguises and speed protected their identity from cameras and the police as they stole hundreds of thousands of dollars, always leaving a bomb to terrorize their...
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August 11 · 1 hr 3 min
Melissa Rocuba's Final Moments: A Nine-Year Pursuit for Justice and the Truth Beh
the 2013 death of Melissa Rocuba, who was fatally shot in her home by her husband, Bruno Rocuba. For nearly a decade, the case remained unsolved after Bruno claimed the shooting was a tragic accident involving a firearm.
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August 10 · 51 min
When Marriages End in Murder: How Forensic Evidence Caught Three Ruthless Spouses
When lovers turn on each other, or marriages fail, some ruthless spouses find a grisly way to gain an uncontested divorce – with no paperwork. When murder tears lovers apart, forensic science must put piece together the mystery to catch the killer.
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August 9 · 50 min
Uncovering Dark Secrets and Deadly Conspiracies Behind Familial Homicides
Every family has its secrets, and sometimes blood relations lead to bloodshed. When murder becomes a family affair, investigators must turn to forensics to uncover family plots
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