Keystone Cold Cases

In this episode of Keystone Cold Cases, we examine the unsolved murder of Robert Gaurrich. When Robert (known to friends and family as Bob) was found dead under suspicious circumstances, investigators worked to piece together what happened, but despite years of investigation, his killer has never been brought to justice. We explore the timeline of the case, the evidence, and the lingering question...

In November 1978, what began as a routine closing shift at a Burger Chef restaurant in Speedway, Indiana, ended in one of the nation's most haunting unsolved murder cases. Four young employees—Jayne Friedt, Ruth Shelton, Daniel Davis, and Mark Flemmonds—vanished without a trace, only to be found murdered two days later in a wooded area miles away. Despite decades of investigations, false confessio...

In this episode of Keystone Cold Cases, we examine the heartbreaking case of Bonnie Lou Dryfuse, her daughters Jacqueline and Heather, and their cousin Stephanie Herko, who were brutally murdered inside their Pulaski Township, Pennsylvania home on June 15, 1994. What initially appeared to be a robbery quickly became one of western Pennsylvania's most shocking homicide cases. We explore the investi...

In this episode of Keystone Cold Cases, we examine the heartbreaking case of Bonnie Lou Dryfuse,her daughters Jacqueline and Heather, and their cousin Stephanie Herko, who were brutally murdered inside their Pulaski Township, Pennsylvania home on June 15, 1994. What initially appeared to be a robbery quickly became one of western Pennsylvania's most shocking homicide cases. We explore the investig...

Today’s episode is not just about a murder — it’s about the lasting impact violence leaves behind for the families forced to carry it. We’re joined by Mike Gatto, a former member of the California legislature, whose father, Joseph Gatto, had his life tragically taken in his own home in November of 2013. These events change the course of a family forever and tonight’s we will discuss the events tha...

In this episode, we examine the heartbreaking case of 7-year-old Maria Elizabeth Ridulph of Sycamore, Illinois. On a cold December night in 1957, Maria vanished while playing outside near her family home, sparking one of the largest missing child investigations in U.S. history at the time. Decades later, the case would take a shocking turn with an arrest and conviction—only for that conviction to...

Stephanie Boller was a five-year-old girl from Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, who tragically disappeared on January 8, 1977. She had left her home to visit a friend, but after being turned away due to illness, she vanished on her way back. Despite extensive searches and investigations, her remains were discovered ten months later in Brady's Run Park, about five miles from her home. Stephanie had suff...

In June of 1983, 24-year-old Peggy Sue Hogue, a young mother from North Sewickley Township, Pennsylvania, vanished after a night out in nearby Ellwood City. She was last seen in the early morning hours, walking alone after leaving a local bar. Hours later, her brutally beaten body was discovered in a wooded area near the Connoquenessing Creek.   More than four decades later, Peggy Sue Hogue’s case...

Imagine you wake up—or think you do—only to find your body completely frozen. You can’t move, can’t speak, and often, there’s this overwhelming sense of dread. Something’s in the room with you. A shadowy figure, a demon pressing on your chest, or worse. Is it a ghost? A spiritual attack? Or is science finally catching up to these ancient terrors?

Timothy Crissman vanished from his farm in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania in 1996, leaving behind more questions than answers. Tim has not been seen or heard from since, and the details surrounding his final days remain unclear. In this episode, we examine what is known about Timothy’s life, the circumstances that led up to his disappearance, and how speculation and silence have complicated the se...

In this episode, we take you back to the summer of 1973, when a quiet evening walk along a river turned into a chilling discovery. An elderly man stumbled upon the body of a young woman hidden in a patch of bushes near the 17th Street Bridge, setting off an investigation that quickly pointed to a missing person—Donna Lemon. Reported missing just days earlier after failing to meet family, Donna’s c...

In this episode, we examine the tragic murders of Jane Moyer, 42, and her 15-year-old daughter, Kinisha Knight. What began as a shocking act of violence against a mother quickly unraveled into an even more heartbreaking story when her teenage daughter was also found murdered. As investigators worked to piece together what happened, questions mounted about who could be responsible—and why this fami...

Nestled in Bucks County, Lake Galena is a serene 365-acre lake surrounded by the natural beauty of Peace Valley Park. Created in the 1970s as part of a flood control project, the lake has become a popular destination for boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching. Beneath its calm surface lies the history of a once-thriving rural community that was flooded to create the reservoir—adding a lay...

Available on Facebook and YouTube if you missed us live!    Today we’re diving deep into one of the most bizarre and heartbreaking cases to hit Utah in recent years – the case of Kouri Richins. This isn’t just a murder story; it’s a story of alleged betrayal, a lethal dose of fentanyl hidden in a cocktail, millions in life insurance and real estate deals, and a children’s book about coping with gr...

In August of 1999 21-year-old Jubilee Lum, also known as Maile, (pronounced My-lee) was last seen getting into a light-colored Ford Econoline van in Honolulu’s Kalihi area. Less than 24 hours later, her body was discovered in a trash bin behind a florist on South Beretania Street, wrapped in garbage bags. Jubilee, who was four months pregnant at the time, died from suffocation by strangulation.  ...

In this special episode, we take you behind the scenes of how the Keystone Cold Cases podcast came to life. What started as a shared interest in true crime and untold stories quickly grew into a mission: to shine a light on Pennsylvania’s unsolved cases and give a voice to victims who deserve to be remembered. We talk about the inspiration behind the podcast, the challenges of getting started, and...

Across Pennsylvania, a quiet war is unfolding — a tug-of-war between local townships and the nearly 50 proposed data centers slated across the state as of December 2025. And that number only reflects what’s been publicly disclosed. With massive companies betting big on Pennsylvania’s digital and energy future, this conflict isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. When we hear about data centers, the pi...

Mabel Kretshmar was a 59-year-old widow who had recently returned to her hometown for a fresh start. On the bitterly cold night of February 13, 1959, she walked nearly a mile through the snow to attend a church prayer service, determined not to let the weather stop her. Somewhere along the way, she was targeted. A man dragged her from view, beat her brutally, and left her for dead. Somehow, Mabel...

In the early morning hours of March 7, 2012, 27 year old mother of 3, Amy Ellison was shot and killed inside her trailer home on Brigham Landing Road. She was pregnant with her fourth child. Around 5:30 a.m., her eldest daughter called 911, telling dispatch that her mother was “laying on the floor, bloody,” and pleading, “Just get here fast because we’re here alone.” Deputies arrived to find Amy d...

In the summer of 1978, someone got away with murder in Norristown, Pennsylvania. A carnival lit up the night. Music, laughter, bright lights—and by morning, a 17-year-old girl was found murdered, her body left in a local park. Investigators have long believed her death may be connected to the carnival she attended just hours before she was killed. Telling her story keeps her name alive. It ensures...

For the past two decades, trampoline parks have been a go-to spot for family fun — affordable, energetic, and perfect for wearing out the kiddos. But have you ever stopped to wonder what’s hiding beneath the surface of all that jumping joy?  Today, we’re taking a closer look at the real dangers that may be lurking at your local trampoline park. Some of the most serious cases may never see the ligh...

The murder of Jessica Freeman remains a haunting reminder of a life taken too soon. Years later, her case still raises painful questions and a call for justice that has yet to be answered. Remembering Jess means continuing to speak her name and hope for the truth to come to light. 

In April 1993, 18-year-old Bonnie Lee Dages vanished from Lithia, Florida—along with her four-month-old son, Jeremy. Bonnie left home to meet someone at a local shopping center, but neither she nor her baby was ever seen again. Her van was later found abandoned, locked, with her purse and personal belongings still inside. With a recent inheritance, unanswered questions, and signs of possible foul...

Some stories refuse to stay quiet, not because they’re unsolved, but because too many pieces still feel painfully loud. On a cold, fog-heavy February morning in 2002, a burning Jeep on Pittsburgh’s North Side revealed something far worse than a vehicle fire. Inside was Jamie Lynn Stickle, a woman whose life had been built on connection, community, and visibility, and whose death would be labeled w...

This month’s mood is all about heat—because sometimes life needs a little kick. We’re leaning into bold flavors, fiery challenges, and that exhilarating rush you get when things get just a bit too spicy. Whether it’s pushing past your comfort zone, embracing intensity, or simply enjoying the thrill of something with a little burn, this month is about turning up the temperature and savoring the spa...