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5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught

Comedy EN ↓ 56 episodes

5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught is a hilarious true crime podcast hosted by Ronan Wolfe , your AI-powered guide through the most mind-bogglingly bad criminal blunders ever recorded. From burglars who accidentally call the cops on themselves to masterminds who leave their IDs at the scene, each episode breaks down five cases of sheer criminal stupidity. With sharp storytelling and AI-generated insights, we bring you crime stories that are more comedy than chaos. If you love true crime but need a laugh, this is the show for you!

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Citadel FM

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Comedy

Podcast website

www.citadelfm.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 31- Busted by Technology They Didn’t Understand 22.11.2025

In this tech-gone-wrong episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe breaks down five cases where clueless crooks were taken down by modern technology—from smartwatches and cloud syncing to Alexa and Google Street View. Crime doesn’t pay—especially when your Fitbit snitches on you.

Episode 30- Mistaken Identity... Their Own 06.11.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe spotlights five criminals who got caught thanks to one huge mistake: revealing their own identity. From handing over driver’s licenses mid-robbery to logging into Facebook on a victim’s computer, these are the worst at keeping secrets—and freedom.

Episode 29- Busted by Animals 29.10.2025

In this wild episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe highlights five criminals who were brought down by animals—from DNA on dog hair to a goat tackling a getaway driver. Nature finds a way—and sometimes, it finds handcuffs.

Episode 28- 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught – Busted by Food 18.10.2025

In this mouthwatering episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe explores five cases where food led to felonies—and arrests. From a burger trail to cheese DNA, these hungry criminals prove that when your appetite overrides your brain, jail might be your next meal.

Episode 27- 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught – Caught by Social Media 10.10.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe exposes five criminals who got themselves busted by oversharing their crimes on social media. From Facebook flexes to TikTok fails, these lawbreakers proved that likes aren’t worth the handcuffs.

Episode 26- Crimes Foiled by Disguises Gone Wrong 03.10.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe uncovers the most ridiculous disguises used in the world of crime. From Sharpie-drawn masks to full tree costumes and TV helmets, these criminals prove that looking stupid is one surefire way to get caught.

Episode 25- Busted by Calling the Cops on Themselves 26.09.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe highlights five criminals who couldn’t help but call the cops—on themselves. From accidental 911 dials during a getaway to panicked calls for help from inside a house they just burglarized, these crooks proved that sometimes the biggest mistake is opening your mouth… or butt-dialing the police.

Episode 24- Busted by Unbelievable Excuses 22.09.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe walks us through five outrageous crimes—and the even more ridiculous excuses criminals gave when they were caught. From sleepwalking bandits to “movie scene” stickups, these wild explanations are funnier than the felonies.

Episode 23- Crimes Busted by Social Media Posts 11.09.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe takes you through five hilarious cases where criminals exposed themselves online. From livestreamed robberies to incriminating selfies, these tech-savvy crooks posted their way straight into handcuffs.

Episode 22- When Disguises Go Hilariously Wrong 06.09.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe reveals five criminals who tried—and hilariously failed—to hide their identities with absurd disguises. From permanent marker masks to banana costumes, these bizarre outfits led to fast arrests and unforgettable mugshots. You can’t make this stuff up.

Episode 21- Crimes Foiled by Calling 911 30.08.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe shares five jaw-droppingly foolish cases where criminals called 911—and ended up getting themselves arrested. From pocket-dialed confessions to complaints about mugshots, these stories prove that sometimes the dumbest move is picking up the phone.

Episode 20- Crimes Committed in the Same Place Twice 05.08.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five outrageous cases of criminals who returned to the scene of the crime—and got exactly what they deserved. Whether it was robbing the same place twice, trying to exchange stolen goods, or applying for a job at a place they’d just burglarized, these stories prove that bad ideas only get worse the second time...

Episode 19- Food-Related Fiascos 30.07.2025

In this food-fueled episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe breaks down five hilarious cases where criminals were brought down by their own appetites. Whether it was wings, burgers, pizza, or cookies, these suspects couldn’t resist a bite—and it cost them big. Listen now for the tastiest true crime fails ever caught on camera.

Episode 18- Crimes Involving Mistaken Identity… of Themselves 25.07.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe shares five absurd stories of criminals who tried to fake their identities—and completely blew it. From giving the cops a name with more warrants than their own, to failing at a fake British accent, these cases prove that pretending to be someone else won’t save you when you can’t even remember who you are.

Episode 17- Crimes That Solved Themselves 08.07.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe recounts five ridiculous crimes that practically solved themselves. From criminals who dropped resumes at the scene to one who called the bank before robbing it, these stories show that sometimes, the easiest arrests come gift-wrapped with a big, dumb bow.

Episode 16- Crimes Solved by Animals 02.07.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe tells the stories of five criminals foiled by animals. From parrots to geese, discover how creatures big and small helped take down some truly clueless criminals.

Episode 15- Crimes Solved by Social Media 25.06.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe breaks down five absurd crimes solved thanks to social media. From Facebook selfies with stolen goods to live-streamed robberies, these criminals proved that the internet is forever—and sometimes, so is your sentence.

Episode 14- When Disguises Go Hilariously Wrong 18.06.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe uncovers five hilarious attempts at disguises that failed so hard they made arrests effortless. From permanent marker masks to see-through plastic bags, these criminals prove that sometimes hiding in plain sight just means making it easier to get caught.

Episode 13- Crimes That Happened in Front of Police 11.06.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe dives into five unbelievably dumb crimes that were committed right in front of police officers. From a pickpocket targeting an undercover cop to a vandal tagging the side of a police station, these criminals prove that sometimes the dumbest part of the crime is simply the location. Tune in for a front-row seat to the most avoidab...

Episode 12- 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught – Crimes Solved by Food 05.06.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe takes a bite out of crime—literally. These five criminals were done in by their stomachs, whether it was a nugget nap, a traceable pizza order, or Cheeto dust that sealed their fate. Listen in for food-fueled crimes that left more crumbs than clues and served up justice on a platter.

Episode 11- Crimes Involving the Worst Getaway Attempts 28.05.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five crimes that were utterly undone by the worst getaway plans ever. From fleeing into traffic to taking a cab back home, these criminals failed harder in the escape than they did in the heist. Tune in for laugh-out-loud stories of slow, sloppy, and straight-up ridiculous getaways that ended exactly where you think they w...

Episode 10- Crimes Exposed by Their Own Phones 15.05.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five stories of criminals whose own phones did them in. From livestreaming a burglary to pocket-dialing 911, these cases prove that smartphones might just be law enforcement’s best friend. Tune in for an episode full of digital-age disasters and next-level stupidity.

Episode 9- Crimes Involving the Wrong House 09.05.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe recounts five jaw-droppingly bad crimes that all have one thing in common: the criminals targeted the wrong house. From breaking into a cop’s home to stumbling into a martial arts dojo mid-class, these criminals made fatal location-based mistakes. Tune in for stories of misjudgment, misfortune, and instant regret.

Episode 8- Crimes That Failed Instantly 01.05.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe breaks down five crimes that failed instantly—sometimes within seconds of starting. From robbing a bar full of police officers to a getaway attempt on a flat-tired bicycle, these criminals didn’t even make it past step one. If you love fast fails, dumb decisions, and justice served immediately, this episode is for you...

Episode 7- When Animals Ruined the Plan 23.04.2025

In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five ridiculous crimes that were foiled by animals. From parrots alerting cops to geese stopping criminals mid-run, these stories prove that not all heroes have badges—some just have feathers, fur, or claws. Tune in for a wild ride of justice served with a side of animal instinct.

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