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As a True Crime Junkie you'll know the case of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, but long before Gypsy had her mother killed there were plenty of other children who resorted to the unthinkable in order to be free from their abusers. Justifiable Killings and the sentences that go along with them pose a moral and legal dilemma in todays world. Join me in this episode where we look at 3 children who killed a par...

When a 21 year old student at Ohio State University is murdered after finishing her shift, nothing could have prepared her friends and family for the shock and devastation of not only her murder but the fact that her death COULD and SHOULD have been avoided. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over to the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Discussion Group ★ To support the show and keep m...

When Susan Casey disappeared only 20 steps from her front door, friends, family and police were left confused. Things like this didn't happen in the small town of Glendale, Montana. But after unravelling a complicated love life, 3 men would come under fire from investigators after all 3 were found to have been right there the moment she disappeared. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head o...

Girl meets Boy, Girl falls in Love with Boy, but instead of a fairytale she gets the mother in law from Hell. Inspired by the plot of a true crime book, this young Dental Assistant, Beauty Queen and Mother would be stalked, harassed and eventually gunned down in broad daylight. Surely her ex mother in law would never hate the mother of her grandchild enough to kill her?....or would she? Join me as...

When you are feeling at your lowest and a Good Samaritan offers their help, it's easy to ignore all the red flags. Tragically, wanting to see the good in humanity would cost Rayne Perrywinkle the life of her 8 year old daughter, Cherish. **LISTENER DISCRETION** is advised in todays case due to the horrific nature of Cherish's injuries. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over to the Cup...

When 15 month old Evelyn Boswell is reported missing by her maternal grandfather in 2020 the race is on to find her; but deciphering the lies by Evelyns own mother mean that tragically her tiny body wasn't found for nearly 3 months. Join me as we look at the web of lies Megan Boswell spun, the dark past of the whole Boswell Family and the long road to justice for Evelyn. ★ To see photos of todays...

Did a toxic relationship between a son and his ex girlfriend cause the death of Dr Mary Yoder back in July 2015. Not only would a family be divided but after 2 trials and a possible third, has justice truly been served? Join me today as we take a closer look at who Kaitlyn Conley is and why she was convicted of killing her ex boyfriends mother. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over t...

Imagine knowing that at any moment you could either be killed or forced to marry a much older man in a foreign land. This was the reality for sisters Amina and Sarah Said. Born in America to an Egyptian Immigrant Father and an American Mother, these two young girls would be brutally murdered for simply being teenagers. Join me as we discuss what led to this heinous crime along with the archaic, ba...

In this weeks gripping episode, we'll delve into the harrowing and inspiring true story of Alison Botha, a South African woman who's life took a horrific turn in 1994 when she fell victim to the most brutal and horrific of attacks. The details of her assault are both shocking and heart-wrenching. Join me as I take you on a rollercoaster of emotions through tragedy and ultimately triumph. The twist...

No one wants to imagine that a 15 year old girl is capable of murder, and certainly not when one of her victims is her own father! This year Britains youngest female double murderer became eligible for parole, but who is she, and what led to her heinous crimes. Join me as we look deeper into the case of Lorraine Thorpe. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over to the Cup of Coffee and C...

When a lie gets so big and the threat of exposure is imminent, what would YOU do? For Jacqueline and Sidney Blackwell, their "perfect son" was a compulsive liar, who rather than face reality chose a course that would forever alter the future. A fantasy life that he was prepared to protect at all costs. ★ To see photos and videos of todays case head over to the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Disc...

Midlothian, Texas is a town still haunted by the unsolved murder of long time resident Missy Bevers. In todays episode we will delve into a case that had the potential to be solved quickly and easily, but instead 7 years on is gathering dust on local law enforcement shelves. Who would want the 45 year old fitness fanatic dead? How was the killer captured on surveillance footage, but never caught?...

Chiquita Tate, a rising star defence attorney, had been working late on the evening of February 19th 2009. She had no idea that while preparing her opening defence for an upcoming murder trial, she was moments away from becoming a murder victim herself. Had a client wanted her silenced, or was it much closer to home? To see todays case photos head to the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Discussion...

A Case where truth is stranger than fiction; the case of Daniel LaPlante has become one of True Crime Folk-Lore. However, It wouldn't be until he committed a heinous triple murder that he would ultimately be remembered for his earlier crimes and would forever become known as "The Boy in the Walls" To see todays case photos head to the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Discussion Group. To support t...

In the early 1990s, Australia was rocked by the gruesome murders of seven backpackers in Belanglo State Forest. To this day, the “Backpacker Murders” remain some of the worst killings in the country’s history — and it was all the work of one disturbing predator named Ivan Milat. Welcome back Coffee and Crimers! Season 2 is finally here and we're kicking off with a guest! Join Belle as she discusse...

In the last episode of the season we delve into the tragic case of 6 year old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes, a little boy already exposed to so much pain. What should have been a fresh new start for this beautiful little boy was in fact a fresh new nightmare. One where he would be tortured, poisoned, starved and eventually beaten to death. Who could do such unspeakable things? Tune in to this weeks episod...

Discover the details surrounding Gary Cunningham Jr.'s murder and the link between his and the devastating death of 6 year old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes. Unravel all the twists and turns as we explore who is responsible for these horrible tragedies and why. Don't miss out on all the details you'll uncover by listening to this weeks podcast episode Domestic Violence Resources For Men in the UK: Mens Ad...

In August 2021, the small town of Santa Barbara, California was rocked by a shocking crime. Matthew Coleman, a father of two young children, disappeared with his kids just before a family camping trip - only to be found days later on the coast of Mexico, where he had brutally murdered both of his children. The case raises troubling questions about mental illness, family dynamics, and the darker un...

Just a good man who snapped? Or a narcissistic abuser who couldn't face the world knowing who the true man behind the mask was? Todays Case delves into the events leading to the Murder-Suicide of the Haight Family. 8 members all found with fatal gunshot wounds, Secret recordings and a history of abuse. Behind closed doors often paints a different picture. To see todays case photos and bodycam foot...

The Murder Trial of Jodi Arias has gone down in history as one of the biggest spectacles since OJ Simpson was accused of murdering his wife. In todays episode we delve into the timeline of the tragic death of Travis Alexander and gain further insight into this infamous case that continues to captivate audiences today. For audio recordings and case photos Join the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook D...

The final part to this senseless and tragic case. Who killed Lynette? Why did they kill Lynette? And what happened to the corrupt Police Officers and the false witnesses? All your questions will be answered in todays episode, however was justice done? For case photos head to the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Discussion Group ★ To see todays case photos head over to the Cup of Coffee and Crime F...

PART 1 - This case begins in an area of Cardiff in Wales previously known as"Tiger Bay" … it was the docklands part of Cardiff where an influx of sailors created a multicultural community with over 50 nationalities, but it was notoriously also known for its darker more dangerous side ….brawling sailors, prostitution and illegal gambling And in 1988 it was where the mutilated body of a 20-year-old...

Is todays case a story of an accident gone wrong or something more calculated and sinister? Tragically on November 3rd 1998 an innocent request to play outside and a friendship with a 14 year old neighbour, would prove deadly for 8 year old Maddie Clifton, when their play date went from after school fun to murder. For Case photos of Todays case join the Cup of Coffee and Crime Facebook Discussion...

Born in May 2019, Star Hobson, was a beautiful blue eyed 16 month old little girl and ANOTHER voiceless child failed by the people who were meant to love them the most.  Her life was taken from her at the hands of her mothers girlfriend, Savannah Brockhill. Todays case delves into the FIVE referrals made to social services and the failings they made, resulting in Star paying the ultimate...

In a quiet town just outside of New York city, but away from the hustle and bustle of city life, a wife and mother vanishes into thin air, leaving her friends and family clueless as to WHERE she could have gone and WHY she would leave in the first place. Her disappearance sent shock waves throughout the small community and it would be more than 10 years before a tragic discovery leaves e...