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After the police discover an error in the case file, they arrest the town pharmacist in the fall of 2022. Throughout a lengthy legal process, Delphi remains a town in limbo. Many hope for a harsh verdict, while others think the police have the wrong man. In November 2024, the jury delivers its verdict, but we are still waiting for the final chapter in this tragic case. Follow Crime by PodLit to st...

In a dark twist, police are led to a catfishing account, as it turns out one of the girls had arranged to meet a suspected pedophile on the same day she was murdered. But is this just some incredible coincidence? And is the true killer hiding in plain sight in Delphi all along? Follow Crime by PodLit to stay updated on new episodes as they drop. Here, you’ll find captivating true crime documentari...

At a press conference following the murders, police reveal a pixelated image of the suspected killer. While the people of Delphi try to discern who the image might depict, another announcement is made: police have a recording of the killer's voice. And it was one of the girls who captured it, during her final moments alive. Follow Crime by PodLit to stay updated on new episodes as they drop. Here,...

On February 13, 2017, best friends Libby German and Abby Williams set out for a popular hiking trail outside their small hometown of Delphi, Indiana. It’s a quiet, safe place where everyone knows each other. But the girls never return from the trail. The next day, they’re found in the woods, murdered. This marks the beginning of a long and complex investigation. For a long time, the police's best...

Terry Dugard gets the phone call she never thought she’d receive. But will Philip Garrido manage to fool the system one more time? Listen to the unbelievable true story of 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard, abducted one day right in front of her family and gone without a trace. No one could have known she’d be held captive for 18 years before being found. In this documentary series, we bring you author Jo...

Everyone, including Jaycee Dugard’s family, had given up hope of finding her alive. But one day, a strange man with two young girls appears at the University of California, Berkeley, and two female police officers sense that something is very wrong. Listen to the unbelievable true story of 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard, abducted one day right in front of her family and gone without a trace. No one cou...

Jaycee Dugard lives locked up in a backyard, while her family’s lives fall apart as the years drag on and she remains missing. And her captor grows more and more unhinged. Listen to the unbelievable true story of 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard, abducted one day right in front of her family and gone without a trace. No one could have known she’d be held captive for 18 years before being found. In this d...

Katie Callaway gets an unwelcome visit at her workplace. And 15 years after she was kidnapped in South Lake Tahoe, the small town experiences yet another abduction – but this time, the victim doesn’t manage to escape. Listen to the unbelievable true story of 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard, abducted one day right in front of her family and gone without a trace. No one could have known she’d be held capt...

It turns out the man who abducted Katie Callaway had been planning the crime for a long time. And this wasn’t his first time targeting young girls. But could this finally be the end of his reign of terror, or is his criminal career just beginning? Listen to the unbelievable true story of 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard, abducted one day right in front of her family and gone without a trace. No one could...

In 1976, Katie Callaway works at a casino in South Lake Tahoe, California. She’s on her way to see her boyfriend when a man stops her and asks for a ride. She says yes – a decision she’ll soon regret. Listen to the unbelievable true story of 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard, abducted one day right in front of her family and gone without a trace. No one could have known she’d be held captive for 18 years...

New series premiering on October 30. In June 1991, 11-year-old Jaycee Dugard was kidnapped in broad daylight, right in front of her stepfather. Then, she and her abductor vanished without a trace. Where did she go? As the years went by, even Jaycee's parents lost hope of ever finding her alive. But 18 years later, a mysterious man appears at Berkeley University, and two female police officers star...

Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old criminology student, is the prime suspect in the murders of Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan. But who is he, really? Clues found online reveal someone who has long struggled with mental health issues and social difficulties. What was he doing before the crimes, and how did those around him perceive him? How is he linked to the brutal murders—and could he face the deat...

On November 13, 2022, the residents of Moscow woke up to a nightmare. Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan had been brutally stabbed to death, and no one knew why or by whom. As fear spread, the media flooded into the town, and online amateur detectives began to speculate. Meanwhile, the police already had someone in their sights—someone connected to the night of the murders at 1122 King Road. This doc...

Saturday, November 12, 2022, starts like any other day for Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan. They party and head home to 1122 King Road, unaware that their lives will soon be brutally cut short. What happened in their final hours? And what was the killer doing? Using surveillance footage, social media, and witness accounts, we piece together the events of that horrific night. This documentary serie...

On November 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were found brutally murdered in their dorm rooms in Moscow, Idaho. The town was left in shock as police launched a manhunt for the killer. With no leads, TikTok sleuths quickly took matters into their own hands. But soon, police discovered a crucial piece of evidence left at the crime scene — something that would lead to the arrest of a 28-ye...

The University of Idaho is the heart of the small town of Moscow, not just a place for education but also a hub for community and connection. Maddie, Kaylee, Xana, and Ethan fit right in—social, popular, and well-liked. Their parties at 1122 King Road were well-known, even to the local police. In this episode, we get a closer look at their student lives and friendships. This documentary series fea...

It's May 23, 2014, in Isla Vista. After months of meticulous planning, Elliot Rodger is set to carry out his horrifying plan. He embarks on a violent and deadly rampage, driven by hatred and despair. It’s a day of darkness and chaos, from the first shots to the tragic end. What unfolded during those critical hours, and how did one man unleash so much death and destruction? This episode features in...

Elliot’s thoughts turn even darker as his frustration reaches a breaking point. He begins meticulously planning what he sees as his ultimate act of revenge—a detailed strategy to punish a world he feels has betrayed him. How did this young man transform into a cold-blooded killer, and what fueled his twisted sense of justice? This episode features insights from Brian Whitney, author of The 'Suprem...

Elliot starts college hoping to finally find his place, but instead, his sense of being unwanted and invisible only grows. Obsessed with ideas of masculinity and status, he begins to despise those living the life he believes should be his. During these years, his thoughts turn increasingly dark, his self-image distorts, and he starts seeing himself as a reluctant outsider in a world he can no long...

As Elliot enters his teenage years, feelings of alienation and emptiness begin to consume him. He feels invisible, struggling to fit in or form connections. This isolation fuels a growing hatred—towards himself and the world around him. During this time, his frustration and bitterness deepen, setting the stage for dangerous thoughts. This episode features insights from Brian Whitney, author of The...

Elliot Rodger seems to grow up in a typical, happy family. Quiet and reserved, he appears to have a stable upbringing. But beneath the surface, a darker side is slowly emerging. Were there early signs of the person he would become? What pivotal moments during these years set him on the path to the Isla Vista tragedy? This documentary features insights from author Brian Whitney, who wrote The 'Supr...

Elliot Rodger is an isolated young man trying to navigate his place in the world. But behind his seemingly normal exterior, a dark and destructive force quietly grows, unnoticed by those around him. In five gripping episodes, we explore his journey from a shy boy to a man driven by intense hatred – towards society, and especially women – ultimately leading him to commit unthinkable acts. Learn mor...

Just two months after her wedding, Heather Strong disappears without a trace. According to her ex-husband Josh, she simply ran away and left the kids with him. But something about Josh's story doesn't add up. And what does he want to show the police in Emilia's mother's backyard? This documentary series features author M. William Phelps, who wrote the book 'To Love and to Kill' about this frighten...

Heather's and Josh's relationship is getting worse and worse. Time and again, Heather tries to leave her abusive husband, but she always returns. Eventually, she meets a new man who is older and more stable. Will this finally help her and the children move on? And what role will Emilia play in her life? Is she her friend or her enemy? This documentary series features author M. William Phelps, who...

One morning, 26-year-old Heather Strong doesn't show up at work. Heather has little money and usually doesn't miss work unnecessarily, so her colleagues soon become worried. It turns out that the last person seen with Heather was her ex-husband Josh. But soon it becomes clear that there is another person in this story: Josh's lover Emilia. The documentary series features author M. William Phelps,...