Killer Instinct

Vanessa was a star student and a 20-year-old US Army soldier at the Fort Hood Military Base in Killeen, Texas. But on April 20, 2019, Vanessa disappeared without a trace from the base, ending her promising career. Savannah actually spoke with the family and uncovers some details surrounding Vanessa's disappearance, including how Gloria Guillen, Vanessa's mother, claims that Vanessa confided in her...

In August 1982, a large family went camping in the Wells Gray Provincial Park in British Columbia. Little did they know that 24-year-old David William Shearing would senselessly slaughter them in one of the most bizarre and chilling events in Canadian history. Savannah explores the family's life leading up to their untimely death, the gruesome details of the crime, and the exhaustive manhunt that...

On December 5, 2015, Katelin was supposed to be boarding a flight home to her fiancé, but she never made that flight and has not been seen since. After receiving mysterious texts from Katelin's phone, they suspected the last person to see her alive, James Branton, her ex-stepfather. Savannah walks us through Katelin's life leading up to her disappearance and why her final texts don't seem legitima...

Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier who was convicted of sex trafficking charges, and his mysterious death is the subject of endless fascination. This week, Savannah explores Jeffrey's life leading up to his death in a New York federal prison, including how he amassed his substantial wealth and why his exclusive clientele has led to suspicion over his suicide. If you have any thoughts on thi...

On the night of January 12, 2018, Jholie sent the last message of her life to her twin sister, letting her know she would be home soon. Jholie never came home. Savannah explores how police eventually were able to pin the murder on her ex-boyfriend, Nebiyu Ebrahim, with the help of a 13-year-old boy, and how & why Jholie hid the various other times Nebiyu attacked her, before ultimately choking her...

Karlie Gusé came back home after hanging out with her friends on the night of October 12, 2018 acting very strange, and admitted to her parents that she smoked marijuana with her friends. The next day, Karlie was missing and has not been seen since. Savannah delves into the details of this case including a few eyewitness accounts of Karlie's whereabouts and what could've possibly happened to her....

On November 18th, 2012, Dylan went to stay with his father Mark Redwine. Mark claims that Dylan ran away the next day and was soon after considered missing. After years of searching, questioning and finger-pointing at both parents, Dylan's body was found in Middle Mountain, a mountain range near Mark's home. Savannah tracks the last-known moments of Dylan's life and what ultimately led police to h...

Pamela Smart went from victim to the number one suspect when her husband Gregg Smart was murdered in their home after more details of the murder came to light. Savannah explores how Pamela's sexual relationship with Billy Flynn ultimately led to Pamela convincing Billy and two other teenage boys to murder Gregg and make it look like a robbery. Pamela continues to maintain her innocence as she sits...

Hannah Truelove's body was found in the woods with multiple stab wounds, but virtually any other evidence was washed away in a recent storm. Savannah tracks the days and moments before her death, much of which was captured online on social media. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gm...

Savannah Spurlock went out for a night of fun and partying, but never made it home. After a few worried months, Savannah's body was found at David Spark's father's home and David was subsequently arrested. Savannah explores the night that Savannah Spurlock went missing and how video surveillance and a huge tip from David's father ultimately helped close the case. For more info on Savannah's case a...

Three-year-old Jaryd Atadero went missing almost 20 years ago while on a hike near Fort Collins, Colorado. What should've been a simple missing person's case, turns into a complicated mess with police stonewalling the investigation at almost every turn. Savannah explores how Jaryd's family was not allowed access to vital information and how Jaryd's father had to take the investigation into his own...

On August 26, 1995, Heather Teague was seen being abducted at Newburgh Beach in Henderson County, Kentucky. The main suspect, Marvin “Ray” Dill, committed suicide before he could be tried for the crime. But the case might not be so simple as it seems. Savannah explores the inconstancies with the eyewitness account of Heather's abduction and why this case hasn't been solved for 25 years. Hear the T...

15-month-old Evelyn Boswell was reported missing on February 18th by Evelyn's grandfather, but Evelyn hadn't been seen almost two months prior to that. After a long search, Evelyn's body was found and now her mother, grandmother and Megan's boyfriend, Megan Boswell, Angela Boswell, and William McCloud, are in custody. Savannah breaks down this tragic case and how Megan, Angela and William strung p...

Brian Shaffer was a young and successful man who had everything going for him. Then he disappeared without a trace. On April 1, 2006, Brian was last seen at the Ugly Tuna restaurant in Ohio, walking in but never walking out. Savannah explores what happened the night of Brian's disappearance and why police have been unable to solve this case. Plus, Savannah reads some fan theories on the previous K...

This week, Savannah explores the fascinating case of one of America's most notorious serial killers, John Wayne Gacy. Gacy became infamous when it was discovered that he had brutally killed at least 33 young boys between 1972 and 1978. Savannah explores the full story and gruesome details of several of Gacy's victims and how he was eventually caught and put to death on May 10, 1994. If you have an...

On May 10, 1989, Kimberly Moreau went missing after being last seen angrily getting out of her friend's car. Even after more than three decades, Kimberly's father Richard Moreau has never given up on finding his daughter. This week, Savannah details the night Kimberly went missing, the many theories that have sprouted up in so long, and the new mysterious tip that could potentially close this cold...

On July 27, 1998, Sylena Dalton was found in her apartment murdered with multiple stab wounds to her chest. Sylena's infant daughter, Allyson Dalton, was missing and hasn't been seen since. Savannah explores the incredibly tragic case of Allyson and Sylena Dalton, two still unsolved cases. Savannah details the little we know about the murder-kidnapping and the various theories that have surfaced i...

The case of Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell is one of the strangest ones ever covered on Killer Instincts. Tylee and JJ Ryan, Lori's children, have been missing since September 2019. But the circumstances and recent developments have made Lori and her husband Chad persons of interest. Savannah explores Lori and Chad's doomsday prepping background, how they disappeared shortly after being questioned f...

6-year-old Morgan Nick went missing on June 9, 1995 at a Little League Baseball game within the vicinity of her parents. Almost 30 years later, authorities still don't have a suspect. Savannah goes through the little evidence and police leads that have come through, even to this day, to try to figure out how Morgan could've been abducted in such a public place. Visit the Morgan Nick Foundation, cr...

On the cold evening of October 11th, 2008, Dylan Koshman stormed out of a party after fighting with his cousins and was never seen again. To some, this looks like a classic disappearance - a young man goes missing on a freezing Canadian night after a few heated words were exchanged. But his family, and Savannah, are not quite convinced. Listen to Savannah as she breaks down all the questions surro...

On June 17th, 2008, 21-year-old Kelcey Fike was found dead inside her burnt down mobile home. At first, authorities assumed she died in the fire, but upon further investigation, it was discovered that Kelcey was actually brutally murdered in her own home. With still no solid answers, Savannah runs down possible theories of who could be behind such a senseless crime. If you have any thoughts on thi...

On April 26, 2007, Sonia Rios Risken was shot in the back of the head and found dead in her pool. But what should be just a simple murder case is much more complicated than that. Up until her death, Sonia was under investigation for the mysterious deaths of her husbands. Savannah explores this bizarre case and the tense events that ultimately led to Sonia's murder. Why was she considered the Black...

On the first episode of 2020, Savannah explores the tragic disappearance of 4-year-old Dulce Alvarez. What started as a normal day at the park, ended in heartbreak when Dulce's mother, Noema Alavez Perez, let Dulce and her little brother play in the park by themselves, but only Dulce's brother returned. Savannah also discusses the controversy of Noema's decisions and her actions afterwards. Is it...

How did an all-American couple go from the epitome of love to a vengeful murder scene? This week, Savannah discusses the tragic evolution of the relationship between Emma Walker and William Riley Gaul. Emma's mother found Emma unresponsive in her bed on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016. After a string of bizarre events leading up to Emma's death, there could only be one conclusion: Riley killed Emma. If you...

On July 7, 2006, 18-year-old Roxanne Paltauf was with 30-year-old boyfriend Louis Walls. After a heated argument, Roxanne left the motel where they had been staying and has never been seen since. On this episode, Savannah goes into detail about Roxanne's last communications with her mother, Louis's strange behavior, and why Roxanne's family has to continue to fight to find the truth. If you have a...