Corpus Delicti

Did you know that serial killer Henry Lee Lucas had a serial killer cousin? Distantly related, but this week we bring you the story of this cousin, who suffered from not one... not two... not three... but FOUR serious head injuries that quite possibly led to his violent rampage. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative...

Your doctor is supposed to be someone you trust, and Harold Shipman's patients did just that. Unfortunately, despite being a well respected, highly skilled doctor, Shipman went on to kill approximately 250 of his patients over the course of more than 20 years. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution...

This week we are honored to be joined by Steven David Lampley, the author of "The Dahmer Book". Steven takes us through Dahmer's life, including the moment he himself realized he knew Dahmer from the military. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. To view a copy of this...

This week, we discuss a serial killer whose activities made authorities consider him as the Zodiac not once, but twice. He operated opportunistically by targeting mostly females hiking in state parks. Find out how he was eventually caught and how this case helped renowned FBI profiler John Douglas's colleagues to buy in to the newly developed science. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music b...

This week, we discuss Patrick Wayne Kearney, a serial killer with one of the highest known body counts. Kearney was bullied as a kid which led to a seething internal rage that he took out on unsuspecting victims ranging from age 5 to 28. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Lice...

In this week's episode, we discuss a lesser known serial killer who was born and raised in our home town of Birmingham, Alabama. Cleophus Prince Jr. broke serial killer stereotypes by being one of the few who chose victims from another race. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International...

We've talked before about the rarity of a serial killing couple where the woman calls the shots, but this week we bring you the story of Suzan and Michael Bear, who are just that. The two started their own cult with one follower, but this follower suffered a brutal fate. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons...

The sound in this episode is different as it was a 4 person Skype, but you don't want to miss this story. In the midst of a bitter divorce, tension is high and two parents are fighting for custody of their five children. On the first night with their new guardian, two of the teenage girls go missing for over 900 days. What happened to the girls, and why? The authors of "The Girls Are Gone" are her...

In this week's episode we discuss Charles Albright , aka the Texas Eyeball Killer. His victims were found without eyes, but why? As it turns out, Charles's fascination with eyes dates back to early childhood., and is a bit disturbing. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License...

This week we discuss Delaware's only known serial killer, Steven Brian Pennell, who is also known as the Route 40 Killer. Pennell shocked the court when he continued to deny responsibility for the killings, but insisted on receiving the death penalty regardless. Visit Patreon.com/corpusdelicti to find out how you can get early, ad free access to episodes as well as other perks Corpusdelicti.thread...

In this week's episode we discuss Christine Falling, who came to be known as the Killer Babysitter. By the age of 19, Christine was one of the youngest serial killers of all time, but how did she end up that way? Was it years of abuse and trauma? Was it mental illness? This episode is brought to you by Poshmark, the app where you can shop from millions of closets across the US. Sign up using invit...

This week, we pick up where we left off with the story of John Edward Robinson, also known as the Internet's First Serial Killer. Find out what happened once police were able to search his home, and how he earned his place in serial killer history. Find out how you can support the show and earn bonus content at patreon.com/corpusdelicti Visit the merch shop at corpusdelicti.threadless.com for shir...

Welcome to the first episode of the new series, Dark Shadows, where we will be discussing serial killers. Most of these are lesser known stories, although there may be one or two more well known ones. Today we bring you the story of "the internet's first serial killer", John Edward Robinson. Robinson took to the internet to lure women with promises of a new and better life. When their families sta...

It's been a while before we answered YOUR questions! Join us in this completely unedited, nothing cut out question and answer session. Find out who we'd like to do a cross over with, our favorite Harry Potter characters, what we'd name our boats, and so so much more. It's a fun one! Find out how you can support the show and gain early access as well as bonus content at patreon.com/corpusdelicti Vi...

In Louisiana, there sits a home thought to be one of the most haunted in America. At least one confirmed murder occurred there, with stories of up to 10. The home is now a bed and breakfast, so what do the guests think about it all? Listen to find out. Visit Patreon.com/corpusdelicti to find out how you can help support the show. Check out corpusdelicti.threadless.com for shirts, mugs, and all you...

Today we bring you the story of the one and only time someone tried to enter a plea of not guilty by reason of demonic possession in the United States. The demons first started out in an 11 year old boy, and moved on to a 19 year old who went on to stab his landlord to death. Possessed, or just a convenient excuse? You decide. Find out how you can support the show at patreon.com/corpusdelicti Visi...

Zona Shue is found dead at the bottom of the stairs of "natural causes". Her mother goes to the district attorney days later saying her daughter was murdered. The ghost of her daughter appeared to her and told her the whole story. Music by: Kai Engel "Daemones" Blooper music by: Art of Escapism "Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. To...

Many of you know the story of the 16th President of the United States, but hopefully you'll learn something new in this episode. We tell the story of Abraham Lincoln's assassination, but also try to bring some lesser known facts... Was Lincoln a cat person or a dog person? What did he do before politics? We also delve into his continued residency at the White House, earning him the nickname "The W...

We have a special treat this week! Our very own Delictible, Crystal Watford, wrote a freaking book on the same case we had on deck for this week, so we forcefully made... umm, we  mean, nicely asked.... her to come and help us this week. The sound is a tad different because skype was being stupid, but it's such a great story. We are so grateful for Crystal for taking the time to help make sure we...

This week our true crime time machine takes us to look at Elizabeth Bentley, an American spy, who was also a Russian spy, who ended up turning in dozens of other people spying against the US. What led her to such a dual life? Today's sponsor:Beautycounter - Feel good about what you put on your skin www.beautycounter.com /britneyritchey Music by:Kai Engel"Daemones" Blooper music by:Art of Escapism"...

On Christmas eve, a family with 9 children's home catches on fire. Five never make it out of the house alive... or do they? What caused the fire? Why were the phone lines cut? There may be more to it than meets the eye. Music by:Kai Engel"Daemones" Blooper music by:Art of Escapism"Coal Miners" This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. To view a copy of...

You may have heard of the famous play that later became a movie called Arsenic and Ole Lace, but did you know that it was inspired by a true story? Of course, the true story isn't nearly as funny as the show. Today we talk about Amy Archer Gilligan who ran one of the first versions of a private nursing home... only many of her patients never made it out. Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy_A...

This week we go Back in Crime and look at the devastating, yet influential story of a 14 year old boy named Emmett Till. While visiting his uncle in Mississippi, Emmett was brutally murdered for allegedly flirting with a white woman, but his death sent shock waves through the nation. Find out how Emmett's mother took an unconventional but highly effective stance at her son's funeral and changed th...

In February 1959, a group of friends embark on a journey where they will hike, camp, and ski. Nine leave, and none return. The circumstances of their death don't seem to make sense. Was it a yeti? Aliens? A lover's quarrel? A sonic boom? You decide. Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyatlov_Pass_incident https://www.snopes.com/news/2017/12/28/dyatlov-pass-incident/https://allthatsinteresting.c...

Welcome to the first episode of our Back in Crime series featuring some of the most influential criminal cases in history! This week we talk about the theft of the ever famous Mona Lisa. We also discuss why she was such an icon, and why she is considered to be so mysterious. Sources https://edition.cnn.com/2013/11/18/world/europe/mona-lisa-the-theft/index.htmlhttps://www.npr.org/2011/07/30/1388001...