In-Laws in Crime

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses child abduction, child murder, and sexual violence against children. Listener discretion is strongly advised. David Elliott Penton has been described by investigators as one of the most dangerous child predators in modern American history. For years, he traveled across multiple states, leaving behind devastated families and unsolved cases before advances in...

Today's episode is a hard one, none of us want to believe that predators are lurking at family events. But in 1993 in Plano Texas at a soccer tournament one such predator was doing exactly that, and seven year old Ashley Estell was taken in broad day light with hundreds of people around.

To friends and neighbors, they seemed like an ordinary family. But hidden beneath the surface was a secret affair that would eventually shatter lives forever. In this episode, we dive into a shocking case of deception, jealousy, and murder, exploring how a clandestine relationship set the stage for a crime that would captivate the nation. The affair was a secret. The murder was not. As always plea...

Back in 2018 in Rusk County most of us here in East Texas became captivated by the sudden disappearance of 57 year old Kim Flint. She was a wife, mother, friend, and...gone. When her Jeep was discovered wrecked and abandoned, and Kimberly no where to be found law enforcement knew this was not normal and something was very wrong. Join us as we go through the facts of this very puzzling case. Love y...

Deep in the Piney Woods of Dangerfield Texas, a man was slowly unraveling. A wild accusation made against him would push Alvin Lee King III to make a decision that would change the town and residents of Dangerfield forever. To watch the full episode head over to @inlawsincrime on YouTube. As always please Like, Subscribe, Share, Rate & Review on all our socials. And remember to Keep Your Roots Dee...

On today's episode we cover the horrific case of the Tyler Smith County Courthouse shooting. The event became on of the most infamous courthouse shootings in Texas history. At the center of this is David Hernandez Arroyo, a prime example of when rage and anger go unchecked. Don't forget to please rate and review us, and follow us on all our socials!

No one saw it coming. A perfect life...a loving family... and then in the blink of an eye tragedy beyond imagination struck an East Texas family. Trigger warning, the crime involves the death of 2 children. Please be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share on all our socials as well as Rate and Review. We'd also love to hear from you, so if you have a tale of your own or a recommendation please email u...

We all know here in Texas high school football is what pulls each community together. But back in 2005 in Canton Tx, it is what divided the small town. School sports can really bring out the worst in some parents, and that is exactly what happened in todays episode. Don't forget to please rate and review and also like, subscribe, and share! Email us at inlawsincrime@gmail.com for any case recommen...

Walker a small town boy from Kentucky made his way to the top. Against all odds he had everything, fame, fortune, a beautiful family, a climbing career, what more could a Walker want? Tune in to hear how the fall from grace is not as far fetched as one might think. Like subscribe and share: @inlawsincrime on IG, FB, Spotify, Apple, and YouTube. Also please rate and review! As always, thanks for li...

Lets take a trip to the quite suburb Chapel Hill Texas, where on the night of September 15th 2010 a young woman was murdered in her own home, in her own bedroom. 19 year old Amanda Anderson was a dedicated Christian, a college student, and a very well liked girl. So who in the world would want to murder her? Follow us on all of our socials, and please rate and review us! Email us at inlawsincrime@...

This wild ride, right out of Tyler Texas about a prominent family will have you questioning the loyalty of your own loved ones. Take a seat and listen to this crazy tale of money over love. As always, please rate and review. We also love the comments, so don't hesitate to comment below. Like subscribe and share on Spotify, Apple, Instagram, and facebook @inlawsincrime. And remember to keep you roo...

We are back with part 2 of the KFC murders out of Kilgore Texas. In this episode we go through the twist and turns of this very complex case. The suspects, DNA findings, the trials, and the justice that was finally served. Follow us on all of our socials and don't forget to pleaseeeee like, subscribe, share, rate, and review! Email us at inlawsincrime@gmail.com for a tale of your own or any case r...

In part 1 of todays case, Megan takes us to the small East Texas town of Kilgore, at a KFC. On the night of September 23rd 1983, that KFC and the 5 employees within it would become one of Texas's most infamous mass murder cases. The investigators, Texas Rangers, and sheriffs offices have a rough start with this, and seem to get hit with everything that could go wrong. Don't forget to like, subscri...

Days before Christmas 3 girls in Fort Worth Texas head to the mall to shop for last minute gifts. The last thing anyone expected was that the girls would never be seen or heard from again. A strange letter, prank phone calls and false leads are just a few details that will have you screaming along with us. If you have any information that could lead to solving The Missing Trio, please call Fort Wo...

Join us as Megan takes us to the tiny town of Wells Tx. Church or Cult is the question here today...and in this episode we go over some of the major allegations that have us leaning towards the latter. Don't forget to do all the things (like, subscribe, share, rate, and review)! If you have a tale of your own or have a case recommendation email us at inlawsincrime@gmail.com. Keep your roots deep,...

This 1930s murder in Arp Texas that happened in the middle of an oil rush is full of twists and turns. Murder, bootlegging, and a secret love affair make this story a wild one. Be sure to like, comment, and review! You can find also watch us on YouTube @inlawsincrime. Thanks for listening! Keep your roots deep and your head on a swivel! Byyeee

We took a pause from all the murder to bring you 2 ghostly little tails. Come sit with us as we tell you about the Excelsior House Hotel in Jefferson TX and Roseland Plantation located close to Edom TX.

Sit back and listen to this twisted tale of a beautiful single mother that was taken out of this world way to soon. Stalking, intimidation, deceit, and pre-meditated events are just a few details that will leave your jaw on the floor. Please like, subscribe, and share on all of our socials: Youtube, Spotify, Apple, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook @inlawsincrime. Of if you have a case you would like...

Welcome back to In-Laws In Crime with Megan and Ashley! This episode on The Phantom Killer is going to leave you wanting more! So take a seat and tune in as Megan walk's us through the dark, brutal, and ruthless killings by The Phantom Killer of Texarkana. As always please Like, Subscribe and Share! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InLawsInCrime IG: https://www.instagram.com/in.laws.in.crime.podc...

We are bringing you back to good old Tyler Texas on this weeks episode! A couple jailed for a stolen trailer turns into a hunt for a missing woman. As we like to say on this show, there is no loyalty in the criminal community; Tory Bush and Troy Clark learned just that. Don't forget to please like, subscribe, share, rate and review! You can also watch full episodes on our YouTube channel. Follow u...

This is an absolutely heart breaking case today. When Terry Caffey is woken from a dead sleep on March 1st 2008 to the sound of his bedroom door swinging open he initially thinks it is their 8 year old son coming to be comforted from a nightmare...but in reality a true nightmare was about to ensue. As always please like, subscribe, share, rate, and review!! Follow us on all our socials for any upd...

We love a vintage "who done it" case! And this one right over in our neighboring area of Dallas is a twisted one! Patsy Wright was having the best year of her life so far but at the age of 43 in 1987, someone took her life, the trick is whoooooooo???? This case gave us all the murder mystery vibes. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode. Follow us on all our socials, and if you wa...

Buckle up everyone for this insane ride! What happens when law enforcement become the victims? Kaufman Texas found that out in 2013 when a string of murders happened that left the law enforcement community looking over their shoulders and scratching their heads. Remember to like, subscribe and share!! Follow us on all our socials, and if you have a recommendation or tale of your own email us at in...

This one was extremely hard to cover, so trigger warning, this involves a child. Kayla Gomez was a sweet, kind, and shy 10 year old with her whole life ahead of her. Gustavo Garcia was an evil predator who lurked within Kayla's family, when Kayla is taken from her church service one night all eyes turn to Gustavo. Please remember to like, subscribe, and share! You can also watch full episodes on Y...

Happy New Year fam!! On today's episode we discuss the abduction of Megan Holden, taken right out of a Tyler Walmart parking lot. It is every woman's nightmare, and to innocent 19 year old Megan unfortunately it became her reality. CCTV footage abound in this case, and our Megan covers every detail. Strap yourselves in for this one...it's a nail biter for sure! Don't forget to like, subscribe and...