Crime Tales from Travels

Molly grew up in Madison, Indiana, but was a student in Kentucky. And when she was home on summer break, she went out one evening and has never been seen or heard from again. Tune in to this decades old story from Indianapolis, Indiana.

On April 23, 2015, Indiana University senior Hannah Wilson walked out into the electric chaos of Little 500 week, just days from graduation. She was a psychology major with a future wide open in front of her. By the next morning, she would be found miles away in rural Brown County, and the campus would be thrust into one of the most shocking crimes in IU’s history. This episode unravels Hannah’s f...

He was the soft‑spoken youth minister everyone trusted. The individual who blended into life so seamlessly that no one imagined the danger he posed. But behind the polite smile and church‑raised charm, Donald Gene Miller was committing some of the most chilling crimes in East Lansing’s history. This episode unravels the double life of the man later known as the East Lansing Serial Killer . He was...

This episode investigates the murder of Lauren McCluskey , the University of Utah student‑athlete whose repeated reports of harassment and danger went unanswered. We break down the timeline, the institutional failures, and the aftermath that led to major reforms in campus safety and policing. With a focus on facts, accountability, and Lauren’s legacy, this episode explores how one case exposed sys...

In 1994, the life of Samantha Zublionis was cut short in a brutal and still-unsolved murder. Found in rural Frio County after disappearing from San Antonio, Samantha’s case has haunted her family, friends, and investigators for decades. She was a high school student, newly employed, and on the verge of independence when her future was stolen. This episode revisits the details of her disappearance,...

It's been 30 years since Antoinette Jordan was murdered in San Antonio, and her family is still seeking justice. We're remembering this victim and the devastating loss that her loved ones have endured. If you have any information, no matter how small, please consider coming forward. If you have information in this case, you can call Crime Stoppers at 210-224-STOP. Follow Crime Tales from T...

On April 1, 2006, Ohio State medical student Brian Shaffer walked into a Columbus bar—and was never seen again. With no clear evidence, no confirmed sightings, and security footage that raises more questions than answers, his case remains one of the most baffling disappearances in modern history. Was foul play involved? Did Brian slip away to start a new life? Or is there something even more sinis...

In the quiet suburbs of Shaker Heights, Ohio, a shocking crime would reveal the dark depths of human manipulation and deception. Mariann Colby, later infamously dubbed "The Mad Murderess," turned a seemingly ordinary life into a chilling tale of murder. But what made this case truly unforgettable was her controversial use of the insanity defense to escape justice. Join us as we unravel the story o...

Sandra Horwath put her kids to bed in 1973, but when the kids woke up the next morning; their mother was no where to be found. More than 50 years later; her murder has a theory, but has not been solved. BlueSky -  https://bsky.app/profile/crimetalestravels.bsky.social Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/crime_tales_from_travels/ Patreon -  https://patreon.com/kro_Productions?utm_medium=unknown&...

On Halloween night in 2006, 16-year-old Terressa Vanegas went out to enjoy what should have been a festive evening. But by morning, her life was tragically cut short, and her case has remained unsolved for nearly two decades. Despite the passage of time, her family continues to search for answers, haunted by the mystery surrounding her murder. In this episode, we revisit the chilling details of Te...

In March of 2017 there was a fatal stabbing at the Live Oak County Fairgrounds in George West, Texas. Join in and listen to this mini episode where I retell this story as I am, quite literally, just passing through the town of George West. BlueSky -  https://bsky.app/profile/crimetalestravels.bsky.social Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/crime_tales_from_travels/ Patreon -  https://patreon.co...

In this episode, we dive deep into the mysterious disappearance and tragic death of Caleb Harris, a bright young student from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. When Caleb went missing without a trace, his family and friends were left heartbroken and desperate for answers. After months of searching, his body was discovered in a 40-foot well near campus, raising more questions than ever befor...

In this episode, we delve into the unsettling case of Rena Rincones, a woman from Falfurrias, Texas who seemed to vanish without a trace. One day, she was living her life, and the next, she was gone—leaving behind a husband, daughter, her family and questions. With no witnesses, no clues, and no leads, law enforcement have long been at a standstill. Was it a planned disappearance, a tragic acciden...

In this gripping episode of  Crime Tales from Travels , we dive deep into the tragic and shocking events surrounding the shooting of Mike McKinney on the Ball State University campus. Join us as we unravel the details of that fateful day, exploring the impact on the university community, the emotional aftermath, and the broader conversation about campus safety. Through a breakdown of events and te...

In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the Sirloin Stockade restaurant was a place of community, laughter, and good food. But in 1978, it became the site of a shocking and brutal crime that would haunt the town for decades.  The Sirloin Stockade Murders  podcast dives deep into the chilling story of six employees who were tragically murdered during a robbery gone wrong, leaving behind a trail of mystery and...

Have you ever been on a dark and desolate road and while passing an open field or heavily wooded area when you thought to yourself, man; I wonder what type of nefarious activity could have happened in there? Have you travelled somewhere and while doing touristy and locals things felt a heavy sense of unease? Or have have pulled into a small town gas station and just felt something was off? Or perh...