Court Junkie

In late 2005 and early 2006, a series of killings took place in Daytona Beach, Florida, that appeared to be the work of a serial killer. Just as the investigation heated up, it went cold. Then, a decade later, the killer struck again.  Sponsors in this episode: Article - Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more by going to Article.com/COURT.  Peloton - Visit onepeloton.com to learn more.  S...

On September 22, 2020, a physical altercation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, ended in the death of 54-year-old Jason Cleereman. The defendant, Theodore Edgecomb, claims he was afraid for his life, and his defense attorney tells the jury that there’s plenty of reasonable doubt to acquit.  Sponsors in this episode: AURA - From now until Mother’s Day, Court Junkies can save on the perfect gift by visiting...

On September 22, 2020, a physical altercation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, ended in the death of 54-year-old Jason Cleereman. The defendant, Theodore Edgecomb, claims he was afraid for his life, and his defense attorney tells the jury that there’s plenty of reasonable doubt to acquit. Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Missed the Boll & Branch April sale? Court Junkies can get a post-sa...

In September 2007, 28-year-old Nailah Franklin disappeared from her apartment in Chicago. Even though an arrest was made shortly thereafter, the suspect’s trial wouldn’t begin for another eight years.  Thank you to Professor Bennett Gershman from Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University for speaking with us about this case.  Post-Production for the show is provided by Jon Keur of Wayfare Re...

In January 2017, Markeith Loyd was on the run, after his ex-girlfriend had been shot and killed. One more fatality would occur before investigators finally caught up with him.  Sponsors in this episode: Article - Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, go to Article.com/COURT. Tractive - Right now you can save 20% off any device by visiting Tractive.com and using the code COURT...

In April 2018, a tragic shooting occurred at a Waffle House near Nashville, Tennessee. Four people lost their lives, and many more were injured.  Sponsors in this episode: Express VPN - Visit EXPRESSVPN.com/courtjunkie to get three months free on a one-year package.  Ring - To learn more about the Ring Alarm Pro, go to Ring.com/COURT. Squarespace - Go to squarespace.com/COURT for a free trial, and...

After 70-year-old Kay Mortensen was killed in a deadly home invasion, the investigation into his murder stalled. Who wanted him dead, and why? And would prosecutors be able to prove their case years later? Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Get 15% off your first set of sheets when you go to bollandbranch.com and use promo code court at checkout. Peloton - Visit onepeloton.com to learn...

50-year-old David Tronnes called police on April 24, 2018 to report that he had found his wife dead in the bathtub. He immediately became a suspect, but would her family ever get answers? Sponsors in this episode: Daily Harvest - Go to DailyHarvest.com/COURT to get up to $40 off your first box.  Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you ca...

Ben Renick, a notorious snake breeder, was brutally murdered in June 2017. Prosecutors would later tell a jury that it wasn’t the first time someone had tried to kill him.  Sponsors in this episode: Article - Go to Article.com/COURT to get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more.   Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily c...

In November 2017, the body of 60-year-old Carlos Cruz-Echevarria was found lying in the street next to a disabled vehicle. Detectives concluded that he had stopped to help a stranded motorist when he was killed. But was there more to the story? Sponsors in this episode: Freshly - Freshly is offering Court Junkies $40 off your first two orders when you go to FRESHLY DOT COM/COURT. Apartments.com -...

In January 2011, 30-year-old Amy Henslee disappeared. A lengthy investigation cast a very public spotlight on her marriage, and people she associated with. In the end, would the truth be revealed? Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Go to bollandbranch.com, and get 15% off your first set of sheets when you use promo code court at checkout. Accused Season 4 - Follow Accused Season 4: The...

On February 23, 2020, 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery was shot and killed while running through the Satilla Shores neighborhood near Brunswick, Georgia. At trial, the three defendants would claim they were making a citizen’s arrest, and that Ahmaud and the shooter were struggling over the gun when it went off. Sponsors in this episode: Daily Harvest - Go to DailyHarvest.com/COURT to get up to $40 off yo...

On February 23, 2020, 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery was shot and killed while running through the Satilla Shores neighborhood near Brunswick, Georgia. At trial, the three defendants would claim they were making a citizen’s arrest, and that Ahmaud and the shooter were struggling over the gun when it went off.  Sponsors in this episode: Prose - Go to prose.com/COURT for your FREE in-depth hair consultat...

On the night of April 3, 2019, a married couple had an argument before going to bed. The next day, one of them was deceased and the other was missing.  This episode was researched and written by Polly Kotowski and Jillian Jalali. Follow Polly on Instagram @PollyKotowski. Sponsors in this episode: Shopify - Go to Shopify.com/courtjunkie for a FREE 14-day trial and get full access to Shopify’s entir...

In September 1996, 68-year-old Jean Anderson’s neighbors noticed that something was terribly wrong. Jean was found deceased in her home, and what happened to her was unfathomable. Would justice be served? Thank you to Professor Verrecchia from York College of Pennsylvania for talking to us about this case.  Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Go to bollandbranch.com, and get 15% off your...

In January 2020, 27-year-old Sasha Krause disappeared. Weeks later, her body was found and an Airman from the Luke Air Force Base was arrested.  Sponsors in this episode: Prose - Go to Prose.com/COURT for your FREE in-depth hair consultation and 15% off. Progressive Insurance - Visit Progressive.com to get a quote with all the coverages you want, so you can easily compare and choose.  Shopify - Go...

In August 2020, 25-year-old Sydney Sutherland went jogging. She was never heard from again. Thank you to Mitch McCoy for speaking to us about this case. Follow Mitch on Twitter @MitchellMcCoy. Sponsors in this episode: Peloton - For a limited time, try the Peloton App free for 2 months, then $12.99/month after. New Members only. Visit onepeloton.com/app to learn more. Redeeming Love Movie - To fin...

In 2017 and 2018, patients at a Texas hospital who had undergone successful surgeries, ended up mysteriously dying afterwards. Was a serial killer nurse responsible for the deaths? Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Best Deals of the Year Going on Now from 12/16 – 12/23 with promo code COURT at bollandbranch.com.  Peloton - Try Peloton classes free for the rest of the year. New members...

After a string of deadly fires in an Akron, Ohio neighborhood, a self-proclaimed “neighborhood watch man” is arrested. Can Prosecutors prove that he’s guilty? Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Shop the Holiday Semi-Annual Sale from 12/9 – 12/15 and get 20% off at bollandbranch.com.  Caseta by Lutron - Learn more about Caséta at Lutron.com/COURTJUNKIE.  Tom Boy X - Go to TomBoyX.com and...

In August 2020, 17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse shot and killed two people, and injured another in downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin. At trial, he would argue it was self-defense. Would the jury agree? Sponsors in this episode: Peloton - Try Peloton classes free for the rest of the year. New members only. Visit onepeloton.com/app to learn more. Terms apply. NetSuite - Visit NetSuite.com/COURTJUNKIE for spe...

In August 2020, 17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse shot and killed two people, and injured another in downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin. At trial, he would argue it was self-defense. Would the jury agree? NOTE: There are more ads than usual in this episode - after an unexpected health issue arose in my family, I was unable to release an episode last week, so some of those scheduled ads were brought over to th...

On September 2007, 19-year-old Tiffany Barwick and 22-year-old Michael Ruschak were tragically murdered. Records would show they had tried reaching out for help numerous times, including on the very day of their murders. Sponsors in this episode: Straight Talk - With Straight Talk Wireless, you can get a Samsung Galaxy A51 for just $199. Plus, get the $45 unlimited talk, text, and data plan with N...

In 1982, Kathie McCormack Durst, wife of real estate heir Robert Durst, disappeared.  In 2000, Susan Berman, a close friend of Robert Durst, was murdered in her home.  In 2001, Morris Black, a neighbor of Robert Durst, was shot and killed by Durst in what Durst called "self-defense." While prosecutors believe Robert Durst is responsible for the demise of all three victims, they finally set out to...

In 1982, Kathie McCormack Durst, wife of real estate heir Robert Durst, disappeared.  In 2000, Susan Berman, a close friend of Robert Durst, was murdered in her home.  In 2001, Morris Black, a neighbor of Robert Durst, was shot and killed by Durst in what Durst called "self-defense." While prosecutors believe Robert Durst is responsible for the demise of all three victims, they finally set out to...

88-year-old Whitney Gunn was mysteriously murdered in July 1990. After nearly 30 years, investigators would get a new lead, but could they secure a conviction? Sponsors in this episode: Boll & Branch - Get an exclusive 15% off your first set of sheets with promo code COURT at bollandbranch.com. Jordan Harbinger Show - Search for The Jordan Harbinger Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever...