Critical Incidents

I sat down with retired FBI Special Agent Seamus McAlerney to tell the inside story behind Flipping Capo: How the FBI Dismantled the Real Sopranos. A former bank auditor who was told he'd never make it into the Bureau, Seamus landed on the legendary C-10 squad as a brand-new agent in 1998 just as a botched World Trade Center robbery cracked open one of the most significant organized crime cases in...

We are off for the July 4th week. This is the case of Emma Compton, cover by Big Mad True Crime. We went into detail on episode 9 with Love Lust Fridays. Emma Compton was a smart, independent woman, who earned her way to adoration and success. But when she didn’t show up to visit her mom in the hospital…her family knew…something was wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Brittany was a 911 dispatcher, a young mom, and a survivor of domestic violence. But everything changed the day her infant daughter was rushed to the hospital—barely alive, covered in hidden injuries from abuse no one had seen. In this unforgettable episode, Brittany shares how that moment shattered her world—and how it ultimately led her to become a forensic nurse examiner. From collecting eviden...

This week we sat down with Jake Deptula and Michele Locke to discuss the case of Emma Compton. In this episode of lovelustfridays, hosts Jake Deptula and Michele Locke, alongside producer Haley Gray, are joined by Heather Ashley of Big Mad True Crime and Kyle Ashley from Critical Incidents to discuss the tragic story of Emma Compton. They explore the harsh realities of domestic violence, delving i...

Paranormal researcher Eric shares chilling encounters, from full-body apparitions to time slip theories and a haunted Civil War mansion he now owns—The Knight House. Dive into ghost hunting myths, the science behind hauntings, and why spirits may be more human than we think. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode will haunt your curiosity long after it ends. The Knight House - We hav...

One second Krishnanand was riding his bike. The next, he was dead in the street. This week on Critical Incidents, hear how Krishnanand survived getting hit full-force by an SUV — and what happened during nine days in a coma that would change everything. He didn’t just come back to life — he woke up in a completely different reality, one he now calls The Portal. 💥 If you’ve ever wondered what happ...

What does it take to hunt one of the most prolific serial predators in American history? In this episode of Critical Incidents, I spoke with retired FBI profiler Julia Cowley about her in-depth work on the Golden State Killer case — before the world even knew who he was. Julia unpacks the behavior patterns that linked a string of burglaries, sexual assaults, and murders across California. She also...

In this episode of Critical Incidents, I sit down with Jake Deptula, a man whose quick thinking and instinctive bravery prevented potential harm in everyday situations. Jake shares how a seemingly ordinary day at a coffee shop turned into a moment that demanded immediate action to protect others from an aggressive and unpredictable threat. Listen as Jake recounts the tense moments when he interven...

In this interview, former Army MP and Savannah Homicide Detective Kevin Grogan shares his unique path through military service, high-intensity drug and gang investigations, and homicide work. Kevin reflects on the parallels between combat deployments and urban policing, highlighting the critical role of communication, empathy, and genuine care for the community. Along the way, he discusses the tol...

Listen in as I discuss with Leah Dee the intersection of addiction and trafficking, the power of survivor-led intelligence, and the resources available for those seeking a way out. Have a critical incident story of your own? Share it with us at CriticalIncidentsPod@gmail.com Least of These Podcast - Covering the cases that need it most. Every life Matters and Everyone deserves Justice. Learn more...

In Episode 2, I talk with Dispatcher Brandon Hall about some of the most stressful 911 calls he has experienced. We talk about what happens when the line disconnects, and how critical the role of a Dispatcher is!! Have a critical incident story of your own? Share it with us at CriticalIncidentsPod@gmail.com Check out Brandons Podcast: Music City 911 - Taking the true crime genre "behind the scenes...

In Episode 1, I talk with former police detective and sergeant Derrick Levasseur about a police-involved shooting that tested his resolve and set him on a new path. We talk about the emotional aftermath, the stigma around mental health in law enforcement, and how resilience can emerge from our darkest moments. Have a critical incident story of your own? Share it with us at CriticalIncidentsPod@gma...

I’m Kyle Ashley, a law enforcement veteran who’s seen first-hand how a single moment can change everything. On Critical Incidents Podcast, each episode we’ll learn how people found the grit to push through the darkness and emerge stronger than before. Hear the backstories, the turning points, and the lessons that still guide them today. Together, we’ll explore how these critical incidents shape wh...