Cup of Coffee and Crime

In the fall of 2001, millionaire financier Ted Ammon was found brutally murdered in his luxurious East Hampton estate. As investigators dug deeper, they unraveled a sordid tale of wealth, infidelity, and a bitter divorce. With his estranged wife Generosa embroiled in a scandalous relationship with a hot-headed contractor, Daniel Pelosi, suspicions mounted. Who was behind the vicious attack? Was it...

In April 1997, a young and aspiring singer/dancer named Ginger Rios vanished without a trace from a Las Vegas spy shop. Her husband Mark was left bewildered and heartbroken, as authorities launched a search that stretched across state lines. Months later, a shocking twist emerged, leading investigators to uncover the dark secrets hidden behind a false identity. What really happened to Ginger Rios,...

What happens when a life carefully built on lies begins to crumble? In this episode, I dive into the mind-boggling story of Jean-Claude Romand, a man who led a life shrouded in deception for nearly two decades. His carefully constructed facade convinced everyone around him, but when the truth threatened to emerge, the consequences were unimaginable. Join me as I unravel the dark secrets behind Jea...

In this gripping episode, I delve into the harrowing case of Morgan Fox, a 29-year-old operations manager for FedEx from Ohio, whose life was brutally cut short on October 28, 2020. As she prepared for another day of work, Morgan was ambushed outside her home in a shocking act of violence that rocked her community. Join me as I explore the unsettling details surrounding Morgan’s death and the key...

In this compelling episode, I delve into the haunting case of Jill Meagher, a 29-year-old woman whose ordinary night out in Melbourne took a devastating turn. What started as a quick walk home after an evening with friends ended in tragedy, shaking a community to its core. Join me as I uncover the series of events that led to Jill's disappearance and the investigation that followed. This is a stor...

In this episode, I explore the heartbreaking and shocking events surrounding the tragic death of 13-year-old Lauren Landavazo in Wichita Falls, Texas. What began as a typical walk home from school turned into a nightmare, forever altering a community. Join me as I delve into the circumstances of that fateful day and the monster behind it. ★ To see todays case photos head over to the Cup of Coffee...

In this extended episode, I delve into the harrowing case of Heather Strube, a young mother whose life was tragically cut short outside of a shopping mall in Snellville, Georgia. On a seemingly ordinary day in April 2009, Heather was brutally murdered in front of her 19-month-old son, sparking a complex investigation that would unveil shocking family secrets and a web of deceit. Join me as I explo...

In this episode, I delve into the chilling case of John Ackroyd, an Oregon highway mechanic turned serial killer whose crimes spanned over two decades. Convicted of the 1978 murder of Kaye Turner and the 1990 disappearance and presumed murder of his stepdaughter, Rachanda Pickle. Despite his conviction, he is suspected of numerous other unsolved disappearances and murders across the state. Join me...

Todays episode delves into the heartbreaking case of Elizabeth Olten, a bright 9-year-old girl from St. Martins, Missouri, whose life was tragically cut short in 2009. Join me as I explore the unsettling events that led to her disappearance and the shocking revelation that followed. An innocent life lost and the disturbing actions of a young perpetrator. ★ To see todays case photos head over to th...

In this gripping episode, I delve into the chilling tale of Larissa Schuster, the woman infamously dubbed the "Acid Lady" by the media. As a respected biochemist and mother, Larissa's life seemed picture-perfect until a bitter divorce revealed a much darker side that stunned a quiet California community. Join me as I explore the twisted tale of betrayal and the deadly plot that revealed the sinist...

This weeks case delves into the tragic and perplexing murder of Dana Laskowski, a beloved 36-year-old mother of triplets from Puyallup, Washington. Found strangled in her home on August 31, 2001, Dana's case initially baffled investigators, who sifted through various potential suspects, including a stalker AND an ex-husband. And when the breakthrough came, it lead to a shocking revelation about th...

In this chilling episode, I delve into the twisted mind of Joanna Dennehy, one of the UK's most notorious female serial killers. Known for the Peterborough ditch murders, Joanna Dennehy embarked on a terrifying killing spree in 2013, leaving a trail of brutal violence in her wake. With three men dead and two others narrowly escaping her clutches, her sheer ruthlessness and disturbing lack of remor...

Todays episode looks into the haunting and tragic case of Carina Saunders, a 19-year-old woman from Oklahoma whose body was found stuffed in bags behind a grocery store in 2011. Despite numerous arrests, theories ranging from human trafficking to drug-related violence, and a myriad of investigative twists and turns, Carina's murder remains unsolved. Join me in this gripping and emotional episode a...

In today's episode, I delve into the harrowing story of Tia Hernlen, the brave five-year-old who made a now famous 911 call after discovering the brutal murder of her parents in their Florida home. Join me as I explore the events leading up to this tragic night, the aftermath, the incredible bravery Tia showed, and how the system failed to protect Julie and Aeneas Hernlen. ★ To see todays case pho...

Filicide is always a crime hard to accept in any way, shape or form, but is there ever an excuse? An excuse like Meth addiction? In 2018, 18 month Axel Jayce Reynolds is found dead in unusual circumstances, and when his death is ruled a homicide, a tragic web of lies, adultery and deceit would come to the fore. Join me as I delve into his tragic death, the circumstances surrounding it and the rese...

1 in 7 men in the US, 1 in 6 men in the UK, and 1 in 9 men globally have been the victim of Domestic Violence. It is not just a crime that only happens to Women, and in todays case we highlight the importance of accepting as a society that men too can be victims . Instagram Influencer and OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney is currently behind bars, remanded in custody without bail after being charged...

In July 2009, the quiet city of Worcester, Massachusetts, was rocked by a gruesome murder that shook the community to its core. Darlene Haynes, a pregnant woman, was found brutally slain in her apartment, her unborn child ripped from her womb. Join me as I delve into the darkness, uncovering the twisted motivations behind this barbaric act and shedding light on the tragic story of Darlene Haynes....

In todays case I'll delve into the chilling disappearance of the Jamison family in the rugged San Bois Mountains of Oklahoma. From their strange behavior before vanishing to the baffling discovery of their abandoned truck, I'll uncover the eerie details of this haunting case and the very few clues left behind. From theories of foul play to the lingering mysteries, with no clear answers and numerou...

In today's episode, join my guest Maisie Watson and I, as we delve into the chilling tale of one of America's most infamous killers, Ed Gein. Born in 1906 in Wisconsin, Ed's life took a dark turn as he emerged as a murderer indulging in necrophilia and grotesque acts of body desecration. From his humble beginnings on a secluded farm to his eventual arrest in the 1950s, we explore the twisted psych...

In the final episode of Season 2 we look into the complicated death of 18 year old Conrad Roy III. Although a death by suicide, his 17 year girlfriend would be convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter despite being 50 miles away at the time of his death. "Sticks and Stones will break my bones but words can kill me" is a tale of a tragic teen romance that shocked the nation when the couples texts were...

Living the perfect life in the perfect town until the cruel hands of fate had other ideas for Renae and Jack Wicklund and their daughter Shannah. In the winter of 1974 one terrible crime would create a domino effect were an entire family would be wiped out in a shock twist that no one ever saw coming. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over to the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Discu...

In the heart of the Amazon, British adventurer Emma Kelty embarked on a solo kayak expedition, seeking the ultimate adventure. But what began as a daring journey into the unknown ended in tragedy when Emma encountered the darkest depths of human nature. Join me as we unravel the harrowing tale of Emma Kelty's final expedition, exploring the untamed wilderness, the dangers she faced, and the shocki...

In the sleepy town of Mount Vernon, New Hampshire USA, the murder of 42 year old Kimberly Cates, while she slept next to her 11 year old daughter, was a thrill kill that gained huge national attention due to just how brutal and random the attack was, coupled with the ages of the perpetrators and their seemingly lack of remorse. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over to the Cup of Coff...

When 14 year old Daisy Coleman and her 13 year best friend Paige were raped in 2012, both girls watched their community turn against them and give life to the belief that a victim of sexual violence may have provoked their own rape in some way. Join me today as we look at the cruelty that followed the Coleman family from before Daisy's attack, after the attack, the effects of Victim Blaming and ul...

Less than a week away from her wedding Stephanie Scott would pay the ultimate price for being a conscientious employee and all round kind person. On Easter Sunday 2015 the chilling murder of this well loved high school teacher would shatter her family and the small community of Leeton, New South Wales, Australia. But who and why? Join me on what many believe was a murder that could have been avoid...