Crime Weekly

Hollywood, 1958. Glamour. Fame. Scandal. But behind the velvet curtains of silver screen royalty, a violent storm was brewing. Johnny Stompanato- charming, dangerous, and deeply entangled with one of Hollywood’s biggest stars- would soon be found dead on the floor of a Beverly Hills mansion. Was it an accident based on a misunderstanding, a mother's desperate act, or something far more sinister? T...

Convicted murderer Taylor Schabusiness, serving a life sentence for the brutal 2022 killing of Shad Thyrion, made headlines once more by attacking her attorney during a preliminary hearing on April 4, 2025. This marks the second time Schabusiness has assaulted her legal counsel in court. In this episode, we delve into the shocking details of the courtroom outburst, explore her history of violent b...

Hollywood, 1958. Glamour. Fame. Scandal. But behind the velvet curtains of silver screen royalty, a violent storm was brewing. Johnny Stompanato- charming, dangerous, and deeply entangled with one of Hollywood’s biggest stars- would soon be found dead on the floor of a Beverly Hills mansion. Was it an accident based on a misunderstanding, a mother's desperate act, or something far more sinister? T...

On April 1, 2025, 22-year-old fisherman Gage Towles was fishing alone near the US-41 bridge in Punta Gorda when he was confronted by 40-year-old charter captain Brock Horner of Tarpon Coast Fishing Charters. The encounter, captured on Towles' GoPro, shows Horner aggressively approaching, boarding Towles' boat without permission, and shouting at the younger fisherman. We're coming to CrimeCon Denve...

In late September 2020, 35-year-old Tiffany Booth was living in Las Vegas with her boyfriend, Eduardo Clemente. She was close with her family—so close that they spoke every single day. But then, without warning, Tiffany stopped responding. Her phone went silent, her social media activity vanished, and surveillance footage from her condo was mysteriously deleted. Days later, her car was found aband...

A 32-year-old man was recently found to be held captive for two decades when firefighters were called to house fire. The man admitted that he had started the fire himself in a desperate attempt to be rescued. While his father passed away last year, his stepmother has now been arrested, and the details of the case have now been made a little more clear... Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/man-ca...

On March 27, 2004, 21-year-old Jennifer Wix and her 2-year-old daughter, Adrianna, were reported missing. They hadn’t been seen or heard from since March 25, when Jennifer told multiple family members she was scared and unhappy living with her boyfriend, Joey Benton, and his parents in their rural Robertson County, Tennessee home. When asked where Jennifer and Adrianna were, Joey gave multiple con...

Over a year after three Kansas City Chiefs fans—Ricky Johnson Jr., David Harrington, and Clayton McGeeney—were found frozen in a friend's backyard, authorities have arrested two men in connection with their deaths. Jordan Willis, the homeowner and longtime friend of the victims, along with Ivory Carson, faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and delivery of controlled substances. Investigators...

On March 27, 2004, 21-year-old Jennifer Wix and her 2-year-old daughter, Adrianna, were reported missing. They hadn’t been seen or heard from since March 25, when Jennifer told multiple family members she was scared and unhappy living with her boyfriend, Joey Benton, and his parents in their rural Robertson County, Tennessee home. When asked where Jennifer and Adrianna were, Joey gave multiple con...

Recently unsealed court documents have provided new insight into the hours following the tragic murders of four University of Idaho students. In this episode, we go over the 911 call made from the house on King Road and the text messages exchanged between the surviving roommates, Dylan Mortensen and Bethany Funke. We're coming to CrimeCon Denver ! Use our code CRIMEWEEKLY for 10% off your tickets!...

On the morning of July 11, 2002, 16-year-old Alyssa McGhee was jolted awake by the sound of a gunshot and her father’s scream. She rushed into the living room and found 45-year-old JC McGhee lying on the floor, covered in blood. Minutes later, just next door, JC’s nephew Omar Foston called 911 to report that his house had been invaded, his family had been tied up, and his attackers were still insi...

In her first televised interview since being convicted for the murders of her two children, Lori Vallow Daybell speaks from prison with Dateline's Keith Morrison. Despite her life sentence, Vallow maintains her innocence, claiming that she and her husband, Chad Daybell, will be exonerated based on divine visions she says were shown to her by Jesus. We're coming to CrimeCon Denver ! Use our code CR...

On the morning of July 11, 2002, 16-year-old Alyssa McGhee was jolted awake by the sound of a gunshot and her father’s scream. She rushed into the living room and found 45-year-old JC McGhee lying on the floor, covered in blood. Minutes later, just next door, JC’s nephew Omar Foston called 911 to report that his house had been invaded, his family had been tied up, and his attackers were still insi...

 Casey Anthony, acquitted in 2011 for the death of her daughter Caylee, has resurfaced on TikTok, announcing a new role as a "legal advocate." Through her Substack newsletter, she aims to advocate for women, the LGBTQ community, and her late daughter. This move has sparked outrage and criticism, with some questioning her motives and the authenticity of her advocacy efforts... Adnan Syed,...

On November 10, 1985, a hunter walking near the edge of Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown, New Hampshire, stumbled upon a rusted 55-gallon barrel tipped over in the woods. Inside, he found the skeletal remains of a woman and a young girl, both wrapped in plastic. Authorities searched for answers, but the victims remained unidentified, and the case went cold. Then, 15 years later, investigators r...

Recently, Youtube channels like "True Crime Case Files" have garnered millions of views by presenting entirely fictional stories as real events, utilizing tools such as ChatGPT for scripting and AI-generated imagery for visuals. Is any of this ethical? And do people really want it? We're coming to CrimeCon Denver ! Use our code CRIMEWEEKLY for 10% off your tickets! https://www.crimecon.c...

On November 10, 1985, a hunter walking near the edge of Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown, New Hampshire, stumbled upon a rusted 55-gallon barrel tipped over in the woods. Inside, he found the skeletal remains of a woman and a young girl, both wrapped in plastic. Authorities searched for answers, but the victims remained unidentified, and the case went cold. Then, 15 years later, investigators r...

After over 130 years of speculation, has the mystery surrounding Jack the Ripper finally been solved? Recent DNA analysis conducted by historian Russell Edwards and molecular biologist Dr. Jari Louhelainen has linked Aaron Kosminski, a 23-year-old Polish barber to the infamous murders in London's Whitechapel district. While this development has reignited discussions, it's important to note that so...

On November 10, 1985, a hunter walking near the edge of Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown, New Hampshire, stumbled upon a rusted 55-gallon barrel tipped over in the woods. Inside, he found the skeletal remains of a woman and a young girl, both wrapped in plastic. Authorities searched for answers, but the victims remained unidentified, and the case went cold. Then, 15 years later, investigators r...

In a significant development in the Brittanee Drexel case, Angel Cooper Vause, the longtime girlfriend of convicted killer Raymond Moody, has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison. Vause pleaded guilty to making false statements to federal investigators, admitting that she misled authorities about her involvement and the circumstances surrounding Drexel's 2009 disappearance and murder. We'r...

Baltimore, 2006. A city buzzing with life suddenly became the backdrop to one of the most perplexing mysteries in recent history. Rey Rivera was a young, charismatic writer with big dreams and a loving wife by his side. He seemed to have it all. But on May 16th, he vanished without a trace, leaving behind nothing but a hurried phone call and a series of unanswered questions. Eight days later, his...

On December 9, 2024, while Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was in Dallas for a game against the Cowboys, his Anderson Township home was burglarized. Investigations led to the arrest of four Chilean nationals, believed to be part of a South American Theft Group targeting high-profile athletes. The suspects were found with stolen items, including Burrow's signature jewelry, and faced feder...

Baltimore, 2006. A city buzzing with life suddenly became the backdrop to one of the most perplexing mysteries in recent history. Rey Rivera was a young, charismatic writer with big dreams and a loving wife by his side. He seemed to have it all. But on May 16th, he vanished without a trace, leaving behind nothing but a hurried phone call and a series of unanswered questions. Eight days later, his...

On January 29, 2025, a devastating midair collision occurred over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. An American Airlines regional jet, Flight 5342, collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter during its final approach, resulting in the deaths of all 67 individuals aboard both aircraft. Among the victims were passengers, crew members, and soldiers, including memb...

Baltimore, 2006. A city buzzing with life suddenly became the backdrop to one of the most perplexing mysteries in recent history. Rey Rivera was a young, charismatic writer with big dreams and a loving wife by his side. He seemed to have it all. But on May 16th, he vanished without a trace, leaving behind nothing but a hurried phone call and a series of unanswered questions. Eight days later, his...