Court Junkie

After 55-year-old Carlos Maldonado was found deceased behind his apartment building in October 2024, his neighbor, Kevin Lychwick, was arrested and charged with his murder. In this episode, we cover Kevin’s trial, where he represented himself and claimed he was set up.  Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. Please subscribe to our new po...

In November 2010, 20-year-old Cody Legebokoff was pulled over by an RCMP officer while speeding away from a dark abandoned road. Little did the officer realize that his actions that night would be stopping a serial killer in his tracks. This episode covers the case and trial of Cody Legebokoff, one of Canada's youngest serial killers. Thank you to Mark Nielsen for helping me cover this story. You...

After a burglary investigation uncovers a potential murder, investigators with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office in Indiana work to solve the case.  A special thank you to Lt. Adam Nicholson with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office for helping us tell this story.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https...

Fan Favorite episode from the archives. In March 2017, former NFL star and already-convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez went on trial for the murders of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado. Daniel and Safiro were murdered in July 2012, after a possible encounter with Aaron Hernandez at a Boston nightclub. Five days after his trial was over, an unexpected turn of events would change Aaron's criminal r...

Just two months after releasing a children’s book about coping with grief, Kouri Richins was arrested and charged with the murder of her husband and the father of their three children. In these episodes, we explore her murder trial, where the prosecution must prove their case.  NOTE: This is Part 3 of 3.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials....

Just two months after releasing a children’s book about coping with grief, Kouri Richins was arrested and charged with the murder of her husband and the father of their three children. In these episodes, we explore her murder trial, where the prosecution must prove their case.  NOTE: This is Part 2 of 3.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials....

Just two months after releasing a children’s book about coping with grief, Kouri Richins was arrested and charged with the murder of her husband and father of their three children. In these episodes, we explore her murder trial, where the prosecution must prove their case.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  ht...

In September 2024, 59-year-old Ryan Routh was arrested at a Florida golf course, charged with attempting to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. NOTE: This episode was scheduled and recorded prior to the events at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner this past weekend.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer...

In August 2022, multiple deputies with the Adams County Sheriff's Office in rural Ohio, executed a search warrant on a home owned by 48-year-old Joseph Foreman. Years later, the aftermath would play out in court.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 P...

After 37-year-old Christine Banfield was murdered in her home alongside a man she had never met, investigators focused on Christine’s husband and their nanny.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur o...

After 37-year-old Christine Banfield was murdered in her home alongside a man she had never met, investigators focused on Christine’s husband and their nanny.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur o...

After Justin and Amber Hicks were tragically killed in their home, investigators began to suspect the neighbor, who has an odd connection to the house.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfa...

In this episode, we speak to Shannon Moroney, who talks to us about the violent crimes her husband, Jason Staples, committed, and what it was like trying to process them.  Thank you to Shannon for taking the time to share her story with us. Check out her book, Through The Glass -  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Through-the-Glass/Shannon-Moroney/9781501109133 . Thank you to Profes...

After a tragic hit-and-run accident took the lives of two people, the driver went on trial.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co.  and this episode was researched and w...

38-year-old Kandise Sheahen went on trial in May 2025, after investigators accused her of causing her grandmother’s death.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. and this epi...

An off-duty deputy goes on trial, following the shooting death of his girlfriend.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a mo...

After a popular rapper is gunned down in a hotel parking lot in Tampa, Florida, investigators uncover a conspiracy to kill him, involving multiple suspects. In this episode, we cover the trial of Alicia Andrews, who prosecutors say played a pivotal role in the murder.  NOTE: I will be taking a small break for the holidays and will be back with a brand new episode on January 5. Happy Holidays!...

In April 1999, the body of 21-year-old Melissa Wolfenbarger was found. With most signs pointing to her husband as the killer, Christopher Wolfenbarger went on trial decades later. But after another strong suspect emerges, would a jury convict him? Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...

On May 14, 2022, a fight between teenagers turned deadly, after 17-year-old James McGrath was stabbed. Three years later, his killer went on trial. Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Recording Co. Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via  Patreon.com/CourtJunkie  to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month...

On May 14, 2022, a fight between teenagers turned deadly after 17-year-old James McGrath was stabbed. Three years later, his killer went on trial.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the show is provided by  Jon Keur of Wayfare Re...

In June 2007, 18-year-old college student Anita Knutson was found stabbed to death in her apartment. With numerous suspects, prosecutors finally focused on one and brought their case to trial.  Please subscribe to our other podcast, CIVIL, which covers civil cases and trials. Listen to the trailer here -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/civil/id1634071998 Post-Production for the sh...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this bonus episode, we cover his former mother-in-law’s sentencing hearing.   Sponsors in this episode: Quince - Go to Quince.com/Court for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Boll & Branch -  Get 15% off,  plus  free shipping ot  Bollandb...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we continue to cover the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson.  Sponsors in this episode: Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose.  Pluto TV -&nbs...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we go over the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson. Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via  Patreon.com/CourtJunkie  to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly...

In July 2014, FSU law professor Dan Markel was gunned down in the driveway of his Tallahassee home. In this episode, we go over the long-awaited case against Dan’s former mother-in-law, Donna Adelson. Please support Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via  Patreon.com/CourtJunkie  to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly...