Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide

In the shadow of the badge, a tale of abuse and a plea deal that leaves more questions than answers. On this True Crime Tuesday, Ky brings us the unsettling story of Brian Beck, a former Shelby County sheriff's deputy whose alleged crimes against a young family member shook the foundations of trust in Tennessee's legal system. Beck, with over a decade in law enforcement, faced charges that could h...

A picturesque town becomes the backdrop for a chilling cold case that has haunted Brighton, New York for over four decades. The year is 1982, and a young mother's life is brutally extinguished. This week on Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, Ky delves into the case of Cathy and Jim Krausenek—a couple whose seemingly idyllic life was cleaved apart by an axe and a mystery that would sit in the...

In this midweek mini-episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, Ky braves a toothache to bring you a tale that's as bizarre as it is unsettling—a threesome turned violent in the most unexpected of ways. Join us as we delve into the case of Ashley Hunter, Orlando DeWitt, and a woman named Leticia, whose ménage à trois spiraled into a knife-wielding frenzy. The trio's encounter, which began...

In this True Crime Tuesday episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, AI Jane takes the helm to dissect the case of Alexander Grunke—a story so twisted, it will leave you questioning the depths of this man's depravity. The tranquility of Lamont, Dubuque County, Iowa, is shattered when 32-year-old Tana Poppe is found lifeless, her two children missing, and her ex-lover, Alexander Grunke, e...

In this episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, AI Jane steps in to unravel the case of domestic abuse, murder, and self-destruction in Longmont, Colorado. At the center of this case is 25-year-old Beatrice Silva, a young woman whose attempt to escape a four-year cycle of fear and violence at the hands of her ex-boyfriend, Daniel Sanchez, ended in a night of bloodshed. At 4:13 am on De...

In this update of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky is sidelined by a resurgence of dental drama and interim host, AI Jane, steps in to ensure that the LaMs don't miss a beat. While Ky recuperates, AI Jane will be your guide through the twisted narratives and chilling confessions that you've come to expect from Love and Murder. And as a token of Ky's appreciation for your patience a...

In today's Florida Man Friday installment of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, we uncover the mindboggling actions of 23-year-old Alyssa Ann Zinger. With the guise of a 14-year-old girl, Alyssa infiltrated the lives of unsuspecting minors, leading to a series of deplorable crimes with lots of minors. Alyssa's calculated deception began on Snapchat, where messages vanish, allowing her to pre...

In this midweek episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, we take a journey into the life of former Army Captain Adrianna Jean Veal who, one day lost it, and ambushed her Ex boyfriend and attempted murder. In Killeen, Texas, police discover a man shot in the chest. The investigation quickly spirals into the unexpected when the perpetrator, Adrianna Veal, is captured. With a history of se...

In today's True Crime Tuesday episode of Love and Murder, we go through the case of Eric Holland, a man whose run from the law is a scene straight from a movie. As the Las Vegas police chase a Toyota Tundra with a suspended registration, little do they know that this pursuit will unearth a macabre discovery. The driver, 57-year-old Eric Holland, attempts a cinematic escape, swapping vehicles in a...

In this episode of Love and Murder, we journey through the twisted case of Martin and Lianne Smith, a couple whose life on the run from the law ends in unspeakable tragedy.  We're whisked away to a quaint English village where the Smith's lives unravel in a saga of betrayal and bloodshed that spans across the UK and into the sun-drenched streets of Spain. For 18 years, Martin and Leanne Smith harb...

In this episode, we delve into the depths of mental health institutions and the consequences of negligence. We begin in Somerset, England, where the tragic fate of 28-year-old Lily Lucas unfolds within the walls of Cygnet Hospital. Diagnosed with schizophrenia and prescribed clozapine, Lily's life takes a fatal turn when supervision fails her in a moment of need. As we dissect the oversight that l...

In today's midweek mini, we're plunged into the dark waters of the River Witham in the UK, where a gruesome discovery turns a peaceful walk into a nightmare. Join us as we unravel the case of Nicholas Metson, a man whose twisted actions led him to stab his wife, Holly Bramley, and call upon a friend to assist. As the police peel back the layers of domestic bliss gone horrifically wrong, they're me...

In today's episode, we're transported back to the roaring 20's, where Hollywood's glitz hides a grim tale of jealousy turned deadly. Join us as we recount the horror story of Clara Phillips, the 1922 showgirl who earned the nickname "The Tiger Woman" in a fit of blinding rage. Born with stars in her eyes and a fierce ambition, Clara's dream life with her husband Armor begins to crumble through gos...

In this Florida Man Friday, we're diving into the Sunshine State's latest exploits with a pair of cases that will leave you shocked and outraged. First up, we recount the harebrained heist of Derek Ervin and John Silva, who attempted to cover their burglary tracks with a pot of Ragu sauce. Their plan? To make it look like the homeowner accidentally left his stove on, leading to a fiery disaster. T...

In this midweek mini, we delve into the case of a fatal encounter at the Ivy City hotel in Washington D.C.  On a cold February morning in Washington, D.C., the lifeless body of 36-year-old Romaine Maddox was discovered in a hotel room, marred by cuts and the unmistakable signs of blunt force trauma. The investigation swiftly unfolds as hotel CCTV footage reveals a disturbing timeline of events inv...

In today's True Crime Tuesday, we peel back the curtain on a trio of horrendous cases.  Our first case takes us into the twisted world of Roger Hughes, a man who stands accused of 119 counts of unspeakable acts against children. The story unravels with a standoff and leads to a shocking discovery of warrants for his arrest. As investigators dig deeper, they uncover a trail of trafficking, sodomy,...

In this special episode of Love and Murder, we pause thenormal cases of passion and peril to focus on the most crucial narrative of all—your well-being. Join me, Ky, in a gentle detour from our usual true crime explorations, as we embark on a journey inward with a much-needed mental health check-in. Last week's cases of suicide may have left a lingering shadow, a weight that we carry as we immerse...

In this somber edition of Florida Man Friday, we delve into the heart-wrenching stories that stretch far beyond the state's sunlit shores. Our host Ky guides us through a trio of cases that challenge the lighter tone we've come to expect from the Sunshine State. First, we unravel the peculiar disappearance of 52-year-old Marlene Lopez, last seen at her Florida home only to be discovered days later...

In today's Midweek Mini, we dissect the case of Charles Michael Calvert—a 60-year-old Indiana man whose attempt to dance with death led to a 911 call as cold as the blood on his hands.  On a seemingly ordinary evening in Grabill, Indiana, an argument over onion-chopping technique spirals into a fatal confrontation. Charles claims self-defense, but the blood-splattered kitchen tells a tale of a sta...

In today's True Crime Tuesday, we're whisked away to the deceptively serene countryside of Ireland, where beneath the surface of a picturesque home, a sinister plot unfolds. This is the case of Daniel Allen, whose dark impulses led to the tragic end of four innocent lives. Nestled on Dune Road in Co Fermanagh, a family's laughter masked a brewing storm. Known to locals as Samuel Quinn, Daniel Alle...

In today's episode of Love and Murder, we pierce the veil of the Texas justice system to scrutinize the questionable case of Frances Newton—a narrative that continues to haunt the halls of capital punishment controversy. Was justice served, or did the scales tip tragically in the wrong direction? Frances Newton's life came to an end on September 14, 2005, but the echoes of her case reverberate wit...

In today's Florida Man Friday, we're diving headfirst into the loony toons of Florida Men Cases - the case of Alexander Leszczynski from North Redington Beach. Join me as we unravel the case of a man whose fraudulent schemes and outrageous attempts to elude capture redefine the term "wishful thinking." From exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic's Payroll Protection Plan with fake charities to a check k...

In this midweek mini, we're thrust into the narrative of Kristel Candelario's unthinkable act of child neglect. The summer of 2023 paints a grim picture as we follow Kristel from Ohio to Detroit, and then to the shores of Puerto Rico, where she indulges in a vacation, broadcasting her carefree moments on social media. But the façade of beachside bliss shatters upon her return home to reality on Ju...

In today's True Crime Tuesday, we're dialing into a crime that echoes through the quiet corners of Bensalem Township, Pennsylvania. We delve into the night of November 25, 2022, when a seemingly innocent Netflix binge spiraled into a nightmare. Twelve-year-old Morgan Conners and 18-year-old Ash Cooper's evening takes a horrifying turn, leading to a frantic call to police, a horrifying discovery, a...

In this week's Florida Man Friday, we're unpacking two jaw-dropping cases that will leave you questioning the sanity of the Sunshine State. First up, we're sipping on a story of toxic love as we explore the case of Ivette Diaz, a Miami-Dade woman who took "spicing up the relationship" to a lethal level. When her boyfriend's tea tasted suspiciously like bleach, the truth bubbled up, revealing a plo...