Crimes & Closets

Tiana Notice was a smart, beautiful, 25 year old who was dedicated to bettering the world around her, politically and socially. When she met James Carter II on an online dating website, she thought she was adding something positive to her life. It turns out, James was not what he seemed, and despite all Tiana's attempts to get help from law enforcement, nothing could stop James's darkness. Join us...

Sandra Coke investigated the cases of death row inmates trying to appeal their sentences.  She was an extremely happy, trusting and inspiring person. These wonderful qualities may have gotten her killed. Sources: https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/tag/sandra-coke/ http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Sandra-R.-Coke-96349977 https://www.timesheraldonline.com/2015/03/18/timeline-randy-alanas-tr...

Jacques and Candy Mossler were one of Texas's wealthiest power couples in the 1960's. Their life seemed perfect, until a series of secrets were uncovered that resulted in one of them dead. This story has money, sex, lies, homosexuality, incest, murder, and some very deadly Candy. Join us in the closet this week for a salacious case you won't believe until you hear it all.    Sources: htt...

 9 year old Angie Housman disappeared after getting off her bus on November 18, 1993.  She was found 9 days later in a remote wildlife preserve in the St. Louis area.  Her killer was brought to justice many years later but her story still needs to be told.   Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onvJDj9ul3E https://www.kmov.com/news/man-61-charged-in-1993-cold-case-murder-of...

One day, Leah was a happy 21 year old junior at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. The next, she was gone. Join us in the closet for the unsolved case of Leah Hickman, that takes place in Beth's hometown. **If you have any information in the murder of Leah Hickman, please contact the Hungtingon Police Department at 304-696-4470** Sources" https://truecrimesociety.com/2020/04/13/who-put-leah-hi...

Today we take a look at a couple of missing persons cases, Kierra Coles and Jasmine Moody. Both cases are about people of color, and we take a look at the data on the inequality of coverage in the media of these cases.  We can do better.     Sources: https://themissingny.nycitynewsservice.com/part-two/race/ https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/2015/11/05/family-investigators-still-se...

Andrew Bagby meets fellow medical student Shirley Turner during a residency program in Newfoundland. Not long after, her true, and possessive, colors start to show and Andrew breaks things. An enraged Shirley doesnt take it well and ends up shooting Andrew in a parking lot and fleeing.  8 months later, she gives birth to Andrew's son, Zachary. After years of legal and custody battles in Canada, Sh...

No crime this week! Just a holiday party with some Q&A and outtakes from 2020. We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Holidays and we’ll see you in 2021! XO Cristy & Beth A special shout out to all our listeners in 2020 and to our podcast friends at What Happens in the Woods and Crime and Roses. Thanks for making this year a journey of fun and crime from our closets.  Join us in 2021 for Season 2 o...

Bruce and Sylvia Pardo had the American dream, a house, good jobs and a dog.  On the surface it seemed like they had everything they wanted, but there was trouble in paradise.  On Christmas Eve 2008, tragedy struck in the most unexpected way.   Sources: https://murderpedia.org/male. P/p/pardo-bruce.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covina_massacre https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/12/2...

In a small town, in a happy family, tragedy strikes when John Lawrence Morgan, the youngest son of Richard and Judy Morgan, reports that his father was killed in their Franklinton, NC house during a home invasion. But the truth is much more sinister. Join us in the closet this week as Beth tells Cristy about the murder of Richard Morgan Jr. A special thanks to retired Franklinton Police Chief John...

November is National Adoption Month.  We are closing the month out with the story of Georgia Tann.  She is known as the Mother of Modern Adoption.  This angers us in some ways.  Join us as we delve into the life and crimes of this evil woman.   Sources:  https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-08-20-vw-882-story.html https://www.nchgs.org/html/a_story_of_stolen_babies.html https://www.onlyiny...

Joan Robinson- Hill was a beautiful and talented equestrian. The daughter of wealthy and power Texan oil tycoons and the wife of prominent Houston plastic surgeon, John Hill. When Joan and John's marriage began showing cracks, Joan's father swoops in to help "convince" John he wanted to work things out with Joan.  Then Joan becomes mysteriously ill and ultimately passes away, in March of 1969...

Lisa and Matthew had met and fallen in love at a young age.  They dated, broke up, dated again and got married.  They had an argument on Christmas Eve and Lisa went for a walk to blow off steam and never came home.  Join us as we unpack all the events surrounding her disappearance. Sources: newsday.com, newyorktimes.com, apnews.com, news12.com, upi.com, Investigative Discovery : The...

When 21 year old Cotton Kelly began harassing and stalking a 15 year old Las Vegas teen named Sandy Shaw asking her to pose for naked pictures, she became afraid. Due to the absence of stalking laws in Nevada at the time (1996) Sandy took matters into her own hands and formulated a plan with 2 teen boys, Troy Kell and Billy Merritt, to intimated Cotton into leaving her alone. After some surprising...

Belle Gunness was self described as a comely woman.  She placed an ad in newspapers looking for the perfect companion with money.  So scrubs allowed.  Come with us on a journey as we delve into Belle and all her suitors.  You will not believe what you are about to hear. Sources: legendsofamerica.com, mentalfloss.com, medium.com, syfy.com, Wikipedia, laportecountyhistory.org, mu...

Join us in the closet this week for a Halloween Collaboration with our podcast friends Jess and Brice with What Happens in the Woods podcast. We talk all things murder, crime, haunted houses, and clowns clowns clowns. This is a longer than normal episode for us, so settle in with a fall cocktail of your choice and be sure to check out What Happens in the Woods on a platform of your choice and tell...

Karina was an energetic 19 year old who wanted to travel.  When she wins money on a scratch off ticket, she decides to use the money to buy a ticket to the US.  Months later part of her was found in a dumpster.  Sources: Websleuths, boston25news.com, APnews.com, Conspiracy Theories, celebrateboston.com, legalnews.com, cryptidantiquarian.wordpress.com, truecrimedaily.com, trace-evide...

Lance Herndon is an affluent Atlanta CEO, millionaire, and bachelor. He frequents Altanta's most prominent clubs, parties, and socialite ladies. That is, until he crosses Dionne Baugh, a Jamaican women with magnetic looks and persuasion. This story ends tragically with a scorned lover and an overly trusting Playboy. Join us this week in the closet for the story of The Millionaire Murder. The death...

This week we decided to take a look at all 4 serial killers we covered in September.  We discuss things that are similar between them.  There are things that are fascinating about each one to us.  We hope you enjoy this quick recap as we gather our thoughts to jump back into or normal routine.  Thanks for listening! Sources:  our podcast episodes:)

Henry Louis Wallace is an America Serial Killer and Rapist convicted of murdering 9 women in the Charlotte, NC area. Most of his murders were unsolved until he confesses to them upon his arrest in 1994. Authorities question to this day if there are more victims to his grotesque crimes. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss his 22 month spree and the victims who trusted him enough to let hi...

Henry Louis Wallace is an American Serial Killer and Rapist convicted of murdering 9 women in the Charlotte, NC area. Most of his murders were unsolved until he confesses to them upon his arrest in 1994. Authorities question to this day if there are more victims to his grotesque crimes. Join us in the closet this week as we discuss his 22 month spree and the victims who trusted him enough to let h...

Todd Kohlhepp was a successful, well respected real estate agent in Spartanburg, SC.  What he was doing in his spare time will shock the community and police.  Over the next 2 episodes we will attempt to unfold this crazy story.  Sources: Wikipedia, BBC.com, thesun.co.uk, wlos.com, huffpost.com, Greenville News, myfox8.com, thestate.com, The News & Observer, wspa.com, alcatrazea...

Todd Kohlhepp was a successful, well respected real estate agent in Spartanburg, SC.  What he was doing in his spare time will shock the community and police.  Over the next 2 episodes we will attempt to unfold this crazy story.  Sources: Wikipedia, BBC.com, thesun.co.uk, wlos.com, huffpost.com, Greenville News, myfox8.com, thestate.com, The News & Observer, wspa.com, alcatrazea...

Join us in the closet this week for the 2 part story of American Serial Killer, Edmund Kemper III, also known as The Co-Ed Killer. Sources: metro.co.uk, wikipedia.com, criminalmids.frandom.com, thesun.co.uk, biography.com, allthatsinteresting.com, crimeandinvestigation.co.uk, Real Life Mindhunter/Killer/Was Edmund Kemper born a Killer?/Real Crime (January 2020) Youtube Real Crime

Join us in the closet this week for the 2 part story of American Serial Killer, Edmund Kemper III, also known as The Co-Ed Killer. Sources: metro.co.uk, wikipedia.com, criminalmids.frandom.com, thesun.co.uk, biography.com, allthatsinteresting.com, crimeandinvestigation.co.uk, Real Life Mindhunter/Killer/Was Edmund Kemper born a Killer?/Real Crime (January 2020) Youtube Real Crime