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When Rachel Timmerman wrote to her family that she and her young daughter were starting over with a new man in Little Rock, they initially accepted it. But things were not as they seemed and the investigation into what really happened has continued for 20 years. This case is *partially resolved* If you have any information, call the Michigan State Police Newaygo County Post at 231-652-1661 or NCME...

As Stephen Mineo and Barbara Rogers fell deeper into internet conspiracy videos and groups, they found each other and connected on their shared beliefs. But when their religious leader turned on one of them and then both, tragedy followed.  This case is *solved* Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-crime-live-tickets-426721705107?fbclid=IwAR0dgwL6mY02qnJE-qN...

In 1996, a teen girl was murdered in Idaho Falls. What followed were decades of false accusations and legal confusion until genetic genealogy uncovered the truth. While it took a number of people to find justice, the entire effort was pushed along by the victim’s grieving mother.  This case is *solved* Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-crime-live-tickets-...

When Lauren Dumolo went missing in 2020, her family, friends, and even total strangers came together to search for the missing mother. Confusing clues were uncovered and many names were brought up, but this has yet to definitely tell the family where Lauren is.  This case is *unsolved* If you know anything, call the Cape Coral Police Department 239-574-3223 Thank you to Hilary from Complicit for s...

In November 1994, three inmates went to the showers of the prison gym to clean. Twenty minutes later, two were fatally injured. One death–that of Jeffery Dahmer–made headlines and the other–Jesse Anderson–would be a footnote. And if he was a footnote, his victim became a footnote of a footnote. Today, we tell her story. Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-c...

In honor of Halloween and Spooky Season, Brandon from Southern Gothic taught me how to create a ghost story, and I dove into the story of Father Henry Jardine haunting of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Kansas City. The story starts after the 47 minute mark (depending on ads) Southern Gothic: https://www.southerngothicmedia.com/ Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE   Sources: https://docs.goo...

…1 campfire… …1 dark forest… …31 bone-chilling stories… …Will YOU survive the night? This Halloween season, enter the woods for a unique and truly epic podcast experience! Around the campfire Shane Waters will introduce 31 crime podcast hosts, including Crimelines! Each host brings a new, nerve-wracking true story to the circle. It’s an extra special, two part, five-hour, Halloween event, but befo...

…1 campfire… …1 dark forest… …31 bone-chilling stories… …Will YOU survive the night? This Halloween season, enter the woods for a unique and truly epic podcast experience! Around the campfire Shane Waters will introduce 31 crime podcast hosts, including Crimelines! Each host brings a new, nerve-wracking true story to the circle. It’s an extra special, two part, five-hour, Halloween event, but befo...

Hudson, Wisconsin was shocked by a double homicide at a funeral home, and rumors spread about who may have done it. It wouldn’t be until another crime was reported that an unlikely suspect emerged.  Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-crime-live-tickets-426721705107?fbclid=IwAR0dgwL6mY02qnJE-qNcuK84umh0bay2-mf6sU9bEdduRErYp3yeS6jXGFU This case is *solved* S...

In 1942, as London nights were dark due to wartime blackout rules, a man walked the streets, finding victims. Known as the Blackout Ripper, he killed nearly as many as Jack the Ripper yet few know about him. I asked the hosts of the podcast Bad Women to come on the show and tell us why. Check out the podcast Bad Women wherever you get your podcasts!  Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE   Th...

Chiquita Tate was called a “rising star” of the Baton Rouge legal community as she decided, not long out of law school, to strike it out on her own. One night, while working late at her locked and secured office building, Chiquita was killed and the suspect list ended up including most of the people in her files.  Get tickets for the Atlanta area show HERE This case is *solved* Sponsor: Play June'...

In 1987, 18-year-old Michelle Schofield was murdered. The police believed the evidence pointed straight to her husband but the new podcast Bone Valley has brought that into question and makes us explore if Leo Schofield was wrongfully convicted. A special thank you to Gilbert King for coming on Crimelines to talk about this case! Follow Bone Valley on your favorite podcast app and connect with Gil...

In April 1987, a neighbor called 911 reporting that a man ran over with a baby who was unresponsive. In spite of medical reports, a failed polygraph, and a reported confession, the family of Jacob Jeremiah Landin is still fighting for accountability and justice.  SIGN THE PETITION: https://www.change.org/p/da-clint-wellborn-please-reopen-the-case-of-the-murder-of-jacob-landin The podcast: https://...

In this bonus episode, I spoke to Helen Molesworth and Maria Luisa Tucker about their new podcast Death of an Artist. It's a look not just at a true crime case but also at the issues surrounding power imbalances and how we separate the art from the artist.  Death of an Artist is available wherever you listen to podcasts or at pushkin.fm Support the show! https://www.patreon.com/crimelines https://...

In September 2004, a search was launched for a missing 3 year old girl near Huntington Beach, California. The twist? The child had been missing since 1969. For 35 years, her father had been told it was a custody issue. But now, it was a murder investigation.  This case is *disputed* Thank you to this week's sponsor! Apostrophe -- get $15 off your first visit at apostrophe.com/crimelines promo code...

In April 2020, John and Katie Palmer went on a walk in their neighborhood. What happened next has put John on a course of healing, advocacy, and–most importantly–justice for his wife Katie Palmer. https://www.instagram.com/justiceforkatiepalmer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@justiceforkatiepalmer https://twitter.com/for_palmer https://www.facebook.com/groups/369021997579713/ Sources: https://docs.google...

When Joshua Bailey went to his parents in the summer of 2008 asking for their help getting his life on track, they were thrilled. Preparing a future for Josh was what they wanted. But when he went missing and his future cut short, they decided to work to make a future for others in the same situation.  https://www.joshshopefoundation.org/ This case is *solved* Sources: https://docs.google.com/docu...

In 2011, a murder shocked Saint John, New Brunswick when a prominent citizen was killed in his office. Though the police zeroed in on his son quickly, but it would take years to build the case against him. And the resolution of the legal case would take just about as long This case is *disputed* Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vDL4YoWPRkUdf3IpjNQMPoS4nidJIjtiG2sm6aW08ss/edit?usp=shari...

In 2011, a murder shocked Saint John, New Brunswick when a prominent citizen was killed in his office. Though the police zeroed in on a suspect quickly, it would take years to build the case against him. But he would argue that they zeroed in on him too quickly and let the real killer get away.  This case is *disputed* September 8: The Generation Why 10 Year Anniversary In person tickets: https://...

Janett Reyna dedicated her career to helping Native people find resources when fleeing domestic violence. Her passion came from her own experiences as she tried to leave an abusive relationship. But it was when she took steps to protect herself that she was the most at risk.  This case is *solved* Donation: https://www.renoranch.org/Ways_to_Help.html Upcoming events! August 27: Spotify LIVE show a...

Julie Schenecker spent years struggling with her mental health, dealing with medications, psychiatrists, and hospitalizations. But when she did the unthinkable, would that history be enough to minimize her culpability? This case is *solved* Disclaimer: this case involves children Upcoming events! August 27: True Crime Podcast Festival: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com Spotify LIVE show at 5:15...

On August 15, 2007, after being missing for 8 days, Corryn Rayney’s body was found in a shallow grave. The investigation included a deep look at all trace forensic evidence available. But her estranged husband Lloyd believed the police spent more time trying to make the evidence fit his guilt than they spent looking for the real killer.  Upcoming events! August 27: True Crime Podcast Festival: htt...

In 2007 Corryn and Lloyd Rayney were in the early stages of what was looking to be a messy divorce. But they agreed to sit down one night after Corryn’s dance class to attempt to resolve things civilly. The next day, Corryn was reported missing.  Upcoming events! August 27: True Crime Podcast Festival: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com September 8: The Generation Why 10 Year Anniversary In pers...

RonRico and Ashley Shutes were newlyweds but the honeymoon was quickly over. After arguing all day after 10 months of marriage, Ashley got into her car to leave. What happened next was believed to be an accident, but then RonRico’s mother came forward with a new story.  Upcoming events! August 27: True Crime Podcast Festival: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com September 8: The Generation Why 10...

In 1993, Sequoya Vargas told her mother she was spending the night with a friend. When she didn’t come home, her family reported her missing to the Hawaii County Police, who initially believed the teen had run away. The case would be reclassified as a homicide when someone came forward with a confession but it would then take nearly 7 years for justice.  If you know anything about the disappearanc...