Hot On The Case

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HOTC and get on your way to being your best self. What began as a long-awaited reunion between a teenager and her birth family spiraled into one of the most disturbing true crime cases in recent history. Katie Fusco was adopted at 8 months old. At 18, Katie reconnected with her biological parents. What should have...

Who Killed Diane Kyne? In 2010, a quiet Florida neighborhood was rocked by the shocking murder of Diane Kyne. Found strangled in her own home, the case took a bizarre turn when both her husband and her son accused each other of the crime. Two 911 calls. Two suspects. One terrifying mystery. Only two people in the entire world know what really happened  & only one of them is telling the truth…...

In this week’s episode of Hot on the Case , we dive into the twisted true story of Anne Hamilton-Byrne, the glamorous, delusional cult leader who convinced her followers she was the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. But her power didn’t stop at brainwashing adults… she stole dozens of children. From forged adoption papers and psychedelic fueled mind control to “siblings” raised in isolation, The Fami...

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This week on Hot On The Case , we head to Gainesville, Florida, where a quiet college town was plunged into terror during the summer of 1990. College students were supposed to be settling into dorm life and new routines. Instead, a series of brutal murders left an entire community paralyzed with fear. Doors were double-locked, rumors spread like wildfire, and the entire town held its breath. Who w...

For years, Cindy James told people she was being followed. Watched. Threatened. Attacked. In this week's episode of Hot On The Case, we’re investigating one of Canada’s most baffling and controversial cases. Was Cindy the target of a the most prolific, calculated stalker the world has ever seen? Skeptics don't think so...

Some disappearances are so baffling, they haunt you long after the story ends—and Brandon Swanson’s case is one of them. On a quiet spring night in 2008, 19-year-old Brandon called his parents for help after his car went off a rural road in Minnesota. He sounded calm. Confused, but not panicked. Then, mid-sentence, mid-step… he sceams out.. & then vanished. No trace. No answers. Just silence....

A young girl, a trusted neighbor, and a lie so bizarre it sounds like science fiction. In this week's episode of Hot On The Case, we dive into the disturbing true story of Jan Broberg, the girl whose abductor convinced her they were chosen by aliens to fulfill a twisted mission. What followed was a shocking tale of manipulation, brainwashing, and betrayal. We’re breaking down how one man’s obs...

A killer is walking free. In 1993, 13-year-old Eric Smith lured 4-year-old Derrick Robie into the woods and committed a crime so brutal it stunned the entire country. Nearly three decades later, Eric has been released from prison… but should he have been? Can we really gamble on a killer? In this video, we break down the shocking murder, the disturbing psychology behind it, and the controversial d...

A sleepover meant for laughter and late-night movies ended in one of the most horrific and senseless tragedies small-town Oklahoma has ever seen. In this week's episode, we dive deep into the chilling case of the Henryetta Sleepover Massacre—a crime that shocked the nation and left a community shattered. We explore the timeline of events, the disturbing revelations about Jesse McFadden, and ho...

In one of the most infamous cases of the early '90s, Pamela Smart—a 22-year-old high school media coordinator—began a secret affair with her 15-year-old student. Months later, her husband, Gregg Smart, was found dead. The shocking twist? That same student pulled the trigger. This case wasn’t just about murder—it was about obsession, manipulation, and the media’s obsession with turning real cri...

In 1982, 13-year-old Carrie Ann Jopek vanished on what should have been a three-minute walk home from school. For years, her disappearance haunted a Milwaukee neighborhood—until a horrifying discovery was made just across the street. But even that wasn’t the end of Carrie’s story. Decades passed. No arrests. No justice. Then, out of nowhere, a man made a chilling confession… claiming her spirit ha...

In 2002, Laci Peterson—8 months pregnant—vanished on Christmas Eve, sparking a nationwide media frenzy. Her husband, Scott Peterson, was quickly cast as the villain: cold, unfaithful, and ultimately charged with her murder. In 2004, he was convicted and sentenced to death. But over the years, questions have continued to swirl around the investigation, the media circus, and whether Scott really rec...

Was Paris Bennett born to kill? At just 13 years old, Paris committed an unthinkable act — the cold-blooded murder of his 4-year-old sister, Ella. But what if this wasn’t just a case of a troubled teen snapping? What if the darkness ran deeper… into his bloodline? In this video, we dive into the chilling parallels between Paris and his grandmother, Kyla Bennett — a woman once accused of killing he...

On June 1977, three young Girl Scouts—Lori Farmer, Doris Milner, and Michelle Guse—were brutally murdered on their first night at Camp Scott in Oklahoma. The case shocked the nation, devastated their families, and despite decades of investigation… remains unsolved. In this weeks episode of Hot On The Case, we dive deep into what happened that night, explore the chilling details of the investigatio...

On April 12, 2016, 16-year-old Mekayla Bali vanished without a trace from Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada. What began as a seemingly ordinary day quickly turned into a baffling mystery that has haunted her family, friends, and investigators for years. Surveillance footage captured Mekayla at various locations around town, but what happened after she left a local bus depot remains unknown. In this we...

On this week’s episode of Hot On The Case, we’re diving into one of the most bizarre and unsettling mysteries in true crime history. The Yuba County Five is a case many have heard of—but none truly understand. The truly bizarre true story of the disappearance of Jack Huett, Gary Mathias, Bill Sterling, Jack Madruga, and Ted Weiher. Why did five men vanish miles from their intended destination? Wha...

In 2001, 13-year-old Alex King and 12-year-old Derek King were convicted of murdering their father, Terry King, in one of the most shocking and controversial cases in true crime history. But was the truth really that simple? This case takes a dark and unexpected turn when a manipulative adult enters the picture—a man who may have convinced these two young boys to take the fall for a crime they did...

In this week's episode of Hot On The Case, we explore the case of Jasmine Richardson—a seemingly normal preteen girl. That is, until she became immersed in an online goth subculture, where she met Jeremy Steinke—a 23-year-old who claimed to be a "300-year-old werewolf." What unfolds is a chilling case that remains one of the most unsettling in Canadian history.

Two young women, both cheerleaders, both accused of unimaginable crimes. Alexee Trevizo and Brooke Skylar Richardson were high school seniors with seemingly bright futures—until shocking discoveries turned their lives upside down. In this week's episode we dive deep into both cases—examining the chilling details, the forensic evidence, and the courtroom battles that followed. How did two teena...

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In September 1988, 19-year-old Tara Calico vanished without a trace while riding her bike in Belen, New Mexico. Her disappearance has baffled investigators and captivated the public for over three decades. Despite extensive searches and numerous theories, the case remains unsolved. In this video, we delve deep into the haunting details surrounding Tara’s case—her last known moments, the terrifying...

In this chilling episode, we delve into the terrifying tales of three serial killers who eluded capture for years & whose identities remain a mystery. From the cryptic, jazz-playing Axeman of New Orleans, to the enigmatic Babysitter Killer, and the strange pattern left by the Alphabet Killer, these unsolved mysteries still haunt investigators and true crime enthusiasts alike for many more deca...

In a case that has shocked the nation, 17-year-old Collin Griffith was recently acquitted of murdering his mother, after claiming self-defense—a defense that eerily echoes his justification for killing his father just a year and a half prior. Was Collin truly acting in self-defense, or is there a much more sinister story lurking behind the surface? Could Collin's story be one of survival? Was he a...

In this week's investigation, we dive into the heartbreaking and controversial case of Ross and Cooper Harris. On June 18, 2014, Ross Harris left his 22-month-old son, Cooper, in a hot car, leading to the tragic death of the toddler. Was it a tragic accident or something much darker? In this episode, we break down the details of the case, the investigation, and the emotional trial that followed. W...