Crime Salad

This week, we take a look at a homicide that caught everyone by surprise. A murder that makes us wonder how someone could be capable of such a terrible act This story takes us to Akron, Ohio, where a family of four lives a very traditional American life. Steven and Brenda are the parents of two teenage children, Sydney and her brother, Andrew. This was your typical family: both parents worked, the...

In the heart-wrenching case of Shannon Graves' murder, a young woman's life was tragically cut short, leaving her family and friends devastated. This gripping true crime story captivates readers as we delve into the details of the crime, the investigation that followed, and the quest for justice that continues to this day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the quaint, seemingly peaceful town of Bardstown, Kentucky, lurks a string of mysterious and of unsolved mysteries. Join us as we examine the suspicious circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. In this episode we will go over the details which includes a much needed arrest, and the power of a small community as a family desperately and tirelessly fights for justice to be s...

It's DVAM (Domestic Abuse Awareness Month) this October, so we have a throwback for you this week. In March of 2020, Gretchen Anthony began sending texts to family and friends telling them she had tested positive for Covid-19. There was still so much unknown about the virus as the entire world began shutting down. Her family became highly concerned when they couldn’t get her on the phone. Many of...

Minisode Topics: Murder Confession in Song Form Escaped Prisoner in Pennsylvania: At Large Wrongful Incarceration: Death Row Prisoner Released Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Crime Salad, we pull back the curtain on a Mormon family vlogger whose wholesome online persona masked a disturbing reality. This viral story has many wondering how a person with millions of followers could hide the cruelty that was taking place behind the scenes. A self-help cult, a Mormon guru, and shameless abuse define a story that is dominating everyones “for you page.” Tod...

Last week, we began to discuss the disappearance of Suzanne Morphew, and wow, was that an unbelievable episode. Before we dive into all of the new developments, and what Suzanne’s family was really thinking behind the scenes, let’s review the facts of the case, because we know this one was a doozy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the case that elevated Maysville, CO into the spotlight, a case that has stumped investigators year after year. Each piece of evidence gathered by law enforcement has left investigators with more questions than answers. A case defined by shocking texts, absurd alibis, and a spy pen, today, I will take you, and Ricky, through a mysterious disappearance that has everyone...

In this week's episode, we dive into the details of a mass murder with a very unusual motive, involving inventors, estranged family, and a deep-seated grudge. The crime that we discuss in this episode left the Liknes family in utter horror after a quest for revenge ended in tragedy. A survey plane photo taken during the evil crime becomes a strong piece of evidence in court. Learn more about your...

This week, our story takes place in the suburban town of Westminster, Colorado, where neat rows of houses and tidy new strip malls define the landscape. Imagine, if you will, the sounds of children playing after school in the safety of this seemingly picture-perfect community. Among these children is a bright and spirited girl named Jessica Ridgeway, whose boundless curiosity made her a welcome si...

Part 2 of 2. The conclusion to the case of the Long Island Serial Killer. This case has been a chilling mystery that came to light in 2010 when the disappearance of Shannon Gilbert led to the discovery of multiple bodies near Gilgo Beach, New York. The perpetrator, still unidentified, left a trail of terror and exposed the dangers faced by vulnerable communities such as sex workers. Over the years...

Part 1 of 2. The case of the Long Island Serial Killer has been a chilling unsolved mystery that came to light in 2010 when the disappearance of Shannon Gilbert led to the discovery of multiple bodies near Gilgo Beach, New York. The perpetrator, still unidentified, left a trail of terror and exposed the dangers faced by vulnerable communities such as sex workers. Over the years, various suspects w...

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On June 1, 2011, Jacque Waller, a 39-year-old Missouri mother of triplets went missing under suspicious circumstances. After her disappearance, a large-scale search effort was launched to locate her but she remained missing. During the investigation, authorities were focused on her estranged husband, James “Clay” Waller, II. He had a history of domestic violence and was the last known person to ha...

On November 12, 2012, 19-year-old Jake Nolan walked into the office of Psychiatrist, Dr. Michael Weiss with a sledgehammer, a knife, and a bag of zip ties. At first, the police thought Jake was a crazed patient with a grudge against his doctor. But soon they learned that Jake’s lethal intent lay behind someone else’s shocking hidden motives. Support us! Want ad free listening? Patreon - https://pa...

In a quiet suburban neighborhood, the lives of thirty-one year old Marie Varsos and her sixty-year-old Mother, Marie Sisco were abruptly cut short on April 12, 2021 in a heinous act of domestic violence. The perpetrator was Shaun Varsos, Marie’s estranged husband. After committing the brutal murders, he committed suicide leaving behind a shocked community and a trail of heartbreak in it’s wake. To...

Chandler Halderson was an impressive and accomplished young man. By the age of 23, he was part of a Police scuba-diving and recovery team, he was about to graduate from college, he had a great job lined up with SpaceX in Florida and he held several academic certificates in engineering. All of that changed on July 7th, 2021 when he walked into a police station to report his parents, Bart and Krista...

A family man with a history of violent, aggressive and controlling tendencies, Tausha’s estranged husband, Michael Haight, shot and killed his family before taking his own life. Tausha's biggest desire in life was to raise her children. She was a mother of 5 who would do anything for them.. The 5 Children whose ages ranged from 4 to 17, had so much more ahead of them and their lives were taken too...

The conclusion to the Common Denominator. In a small English town, a seemingly dedicated nurse named Lucy Letby found herself at the center of a chilling investigation. The Countess of Chester Hospital became a place of suspicion as an unusually high number of infant deaths sent shockwaves through the community. Accused of heinous crimes, Lucy faced charges of murder and attempted murder. As the d...

In a small English town, a seemingly dedicated nurse named Lucy Letby found herself at the center of a chilling investigation. The Countess of Chester Hospital became a place of suspicion as an unusually high number of infant deaths sent shockwaves through the community. Accused of heinous crimes, Lucy faces charges of murder and attempted murder. As the dark secrets unraveled, the shocking detail...

Join us on the next episode of Crime Salad where we examine the stalking and disappearance of Rosalio Guitierrez, Jr. A recently divorced father of an 11-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter. He found joy and purpose in nurturing his children and coaching his Son’s baseball team. It was his foray into the world of online dating that would lead to his ultimate demise. He found a connection on the F...

Join us on the next episode of Crime Salad where we examine the murder of Eric Richins. Kouri Richins wrote a children’s book to help her three sons deal with the unexpected death of their father. It was her hope that they could process their grief knowing their Dad was always looking over them. She told several different versions of how Eric died to family and friends, however, none of them were...

On April 17, 2011, 15-year-old Amber Wright lured her ex-boyfriend Seath Jackson over to a friend's house. Once he arrived he was viciously attacked by Amber's brother and new boyfriend. A gruesome and senseless crime followed with Seath's body dismembered, burned, and tossed away like unwanted trash into a nearby rock quarry. The twisted plot involved multiple individuals including friends of the...

Join us on the next episode of Crime Salad where we examine the attempted murder of Greg Mulvihill. On September 1, 2016, Greg Mulvihill received a phone call from someone saying he was a private investigator with damning information on his soon-to-be ex-wife. Greg was nervous about meeting the mysterious stranger and asked a friend to accompany him. Within minutes, they were both running for thei...

In February 2020, Sarah Boone called 911 to report she found her boyfriend dead inside a suitcase after a game of hide and seek. When emergency services arrived Jorge Torres, Jr, lay dead from suffocation. A very erratic and even abrupt-sounding Sarah Boone explained she fell asleep and his death was a horrific accident. But her words didn't match her emotions and when a video surfaced of Jorge be...