Forgotten True Crime

Forgotten True Crime is officially back — and we're relaunching with a story that has everything . Oklahoma City, 1933. A highway officer keeps a .45 in his bureau drawer. A basketball star from Denver is sleeping in his guest room. And at 4:30 in the morning, his wife wakes up screaming that there's a strange man in her bed. Thirteen hours later, that houseguest is shot five times at a ga...

In this bonus episode of Forgotten True Crime , we explore the mysterious disappearance of 4-year-old Joan Gray Croft during the devastating 1947 Woodward tornado. As the town lay in ruins, Joan was last seen in a chaotic hospital basement, only to vanish without a trace. Was she taken by two men for medical help, or did something more sinister occur? Join us as we piece together the fragments of...

When Jack Leary is found brutally murdered in Cheyenne, Oklahoma, in 1933, the community is left reeling. The investigation that follows spans nearly a decade, punctuated by false confessions, dismissed charges, and a trial that raises more questions than answers. Join Trevor Shelby as he examines the evidence, the key players, and the enduring impact of this baffling case on the town of Cheyenne.

In today's episode of Forgotten True Crime, we delve into the heartbreaking case of Lonnie Fellick, a 7-year-old boy from Chicago who disappeared in October 1947. Lonnie, who was facing the possibility of being sent to an institutional home due to his family's eviction, made a fateful promise to his mother that he would run away if she sent him away. Join us as we explore the twists and turns of t...

Join us on Forgotten True Crime as we uncover the shocking murder of 14-year-old Ben Coleman in 1921. This case shook the small town of Duncan, Oklahoma and left the community searching for answers. We delve into the events of that fateful night and the investigation that followed. From the gun battle at the train yard to the hunt for the mysterious "hijacker," we uncover the evidence and explore...

Hello, and welcome everyone to Forgotten True Crime. My name is Trevor Shelby. The Spooky times are almost here, meaning we are telling Haunted stories once again.  Today we are telling the story of James Bailey, who was murdered by Henry "Dutchy" Baker in San Quentin Prison in California. Dutchy believes that he is free from his former friend... but soon, he realizes that his victim may have retu...

February 23rd, 1929, in Cranford, New Jersey. A man making a delivery sees a fire in the distance on the road. What he comes upon would stick with him for the rest of his life. Another woman had been murdered and set on fire. Who was this woman? Did she have any connection with Margaret Brown who died a year earlier? Make sure you join us on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_oBtAL_OqUsh3...

I have spent quite a bit of time on this case because I wanted to answer this one simple question, was the torch slayer a serial killer? The basic definition of a Serial Killer is someone who commits a series of murders, often with no apparent motive and typically following a characteristic, predictable behavior pattern. Because of how things were handled, you probably never heard of the Torch Sla...

Robert Franks had gone missing, and his Father, Joseph Franks, went out looking for him. At home, his mother receives a phone call from someone claiming to have her son... and he wanted money or his life. Make sure you join us on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_oBtAL_OqUsh3ZSiR-ttMw Check out our Facebook page at  Facebook.com/OkieInvestigations and our Blog  Truecrime.blog If you wish...

February 23rd, 1929, in Cranford, New Jersey. A man making a delivery sees a fire in the distance on the road. What he comes upon would stick with him for the rest of his life. Another woman had been murdered and set on fire. Who was this woman? Did she have any connection with Margaret Brown who died a year earlier? Make sure you join us on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_oBtAL_OqUsh3...

February 23rd, 1929, in Cranford, New Jersey. A man making a delivery sees a fire in the distance on the road. What he comes upon would stick with him for the rest of his life. Another woman had been murdered and set on fire. Who was this woman? Did she have any connection with Margaret Brown who died a year earlier? Make sure you join us on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_oBtAL_OqUsh3...

Today we continue this new series. Margaret Brown was murdered in 1928, the killer was known as the Torch Slayer due to the harsh nature of her murder. There was little for police to go on except for a name. Dr. Louis Clement. As they track down the Doctor they find out many things about him that are quite odd... is he the Torch Slayer? Make sure you join us on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/cha...

In April of 1922, in a small corner of the Bronx in New York. There were curious questions about what might have happened to Mrs. Jennie Becker. A hardworking stay-at-home mother of four who fiercely loved her children. On April 6th, she and her husband, Abraham Becker, had attended a party together. On April 7th, Abraham was telling friends and family that Jennie had left with another man. She le...

Today we are starting a new series, I have spent quite a bit of time on this case because I wanted to answer this one simple question, was the torch slayer a serial killer? The basic definition of a Serial Killer is someone who commits a series of murders, often with no apparent motive and typically following a characteristic, predictable behavior pattern. Because of how things were handled, you p...

In April of 1922, in a small corner of the Bronx in New York. There were curious questions about what might have happened to Mrs. Jennie Becker. A hardworking stay-at-home mother of four who fiercely loved her children. On April 6th, she and her husband, Abraham Becker, had attended a party together. On April 7th, Abraham was telling friends and family that Jennie had left with another man. She le...

In April of 1922, in a small corner of the Bronx in New York. There were curious questions about what might have happened to Mrs. Jennie Becker. A hardworking stay-at-home mother of four who fiercely loved her children. On April 6th, she and her husband, Abraham Becker, had attended a party together. On April 7th, Abraham was telling friends and family that Jennie had left with another man. She le...

This Forgotten True Crime is truly sad. A Woman by the name of Kate Teal was attacked in her home. The Murder weapon was a 12-inch bladed knife used to kill animals. Now police are struggling to solve what seems to be the perfect crime. This Episode is the first of our YouTube Series. Make sure you go and subscribe today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_oBtAL_OqUsh3ZSiR-ttMw Check out our Faceb...

In 1927, Lorraine Snyder fled from her home and ran to a neighbors house. Her family had been attacked. Her Mother Ruth Snyder was tied up and on the floor. Lorraine's Father was murdered in his bedroom while he slept. Who attacked this family and killed Albert? The truth may surprise you... Check out our Facebook page at  Facebook.com/OkieInvestigations and our Blog  Truecrime.blog If you wis...

College is supposed to be a safe place for students. This was no different in 1929 at the Ohio State University Campus. Theora K Hix, a 25-year-old student at the University was found dead at a local Rifle Range. The Main Suspects were faculty at the University, Professor James H Snook, and researcher Marion T Meyers.

College is supposed to be a safe place for students. This was no different in 1929 at the Ohio State University Campus. Theora K Hix, a 25-year-old student at the University was found dead at a local Rifle Range. The Main Suspects were faculty at the University, Professor James H Snook, and researcher Marion T Meyers. Check out our Facebook page at  Facebook.com/OkieInvestigations and our Blog  Tr...

College is supposed to be a safe place for students. This was no different in 1929 at the Ohio State University Campus. Theora K Hix, a 25-year-old student at the University was found dead at a local Rifle Range. The Main Suspects were faculty at the University, Professor James H Snook, and researcher Marion T Meyers. Check out our Facebook page at  Facebook.com/OkieInvestigations and our Blog  Tr...

This bonus episode includes all of the Silent Night Deadly Night Episodes together for anyone who wants to listen to that series in one sitting. This multi-part episode is about the mysterious death of Elizabeth Ford Griffith. A 17-year-old girl caught up in a love triangle with her boss Dr. Christopher C. Schott and boyfriend Captain George Jordan. She was found, dead on the floor at her work. At...

December 24th, 1930. Rassa Jett was returning home from a Christmas Church program in Kingston, Tennessee. When he arrived home, he found his wife Kathy, dead on the floor. The killer had struck her on the head several times. This sad story is a unique case that had an ending that will surprise you.

We continue our 12 days of Murder series. All Christmas-themed True Crime cases that you probably never heard of. This multi-part episode is about the mysterious death of Elizabeth Ford Griffith. A 17-year-old girl caught up in a love triangle with her boss Dr. Christopher C. Schott and boyfriend Captain George Jordan. She was found, dead on the floor at her work. At first glance, it looked like a...

We continue our 12 days of Murder series. All Christmas-themed True Crime cases that you probably never heard of. This multi-part episode is about the mysterious death of Elizabeth Ford Griffith. A 17-year-old girl caught up in a love triangle with her boss Dr. Christopher C. Schott and boyfriend Captain George Jordan. She was found, dead on the floor at her work. At first glance, it looked like a...