Mama Mystery with Kelly Evans

On September 30, 2026, Tennessee tried to execute Christa Pike, the only woman on its death row, and failed. She survived two lethal injections of pentobarbital and was rushed to a hospital. This week on Mama Mystery, I'm breaking down the full Christa Pike case from the beginning. In January 1995, 18-year-old Christa lured 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer, a fellow student at the Knoxville Job Cor...

Former American Idol contestant and worship pastor Caleb Flynn is on trial for the murder of his wife, Ashley Flynn, a beloved Tipp City, Ohio teacher and volleyball coach found shot to death in their home after Caleb called 911 to report a home invasion. In this deep dive, I'm breaking down the full timeline: who Ashley and Caleb Flynn really were, the 911 call, the physical evidence investig...

Seven weeks of trial. Eighty-plus witnesses. Seven days of deliberations. And then, nothing. A Plymouth County jury could not agree on whether Lindsay Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three children, and on Friday, September 4, the judge declared a mistrial. In this episode I walk you through exactly what happened inside that jury room, the last-minute scramble to the state's h...

In January 2023, Duxbury nurse Lindsay Clancy strangled her three young children and then jumped from a second-story window in a suicide attempt that left her paralyzed. She's never denied it. What the jury spent weeks deciding is whether she's guilty of first-degree murder — carrying a mandatory life sentence — or was in the grip of a psychotic break so severe she bears no criminal respon...

Finalist for Colorado Teacher of the Year Sentenced for Relationship with Student   Former American Idol Contestant Accused of Killing Wife — Trial Date Set   NHL Reporter Jessi Pierce and Three Children Killed in Minnesota House Fire   Taylor Frankie Paul & Dakota Mortensen — Bodycam Footage and Ongoing Controversy   Tiger Woods Arrested After Rollover Crash Near Florida Home   Texas Airbnb M...

This week’s Weekly Docket breaks down multiple major cases across the country, from long-awaited arrests to ongoing trials and shocking new charges. Here’s everything we’re covering: Woman Arrested Nearly 15 Years After Realtor Was Killed During Open House (Iowa) A cold case involving the 2011 murder of Ashley Okland finally leads to an arrest nearly 15 years later, but key questions about motive...

Kouri Richins will be sentenced on what would've been Eric's 44th birthday. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we’re breaking down the latest developments in the  Kouri Richins murder trial . Kouri is accused of poisoning her husband, Eric Richins, with a lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022. Prosecutors say the motive was financial pointing to life insurance policies, mounting debt, and an alleged affair while the defense argues the state’s case is built on circumstantial evidence. Advertising...

This week’s Weekly Docket covers six major true crime cases making headlines right now. First, we break down the arrest of Florida nurse Rene Perez in the brutal killing of his coworker and affair partner Linda Campitelli, a case investigators say was solved through WhatsApp messages, surveillance footage, and cellphone data. Then we head to Hall County, Georgia, where beloved teacher and coach Ja...

In this episode, we’re breaking down the latest developments in the  Kouri Richins murder trial . Kouri is accused of poisoning her husband, Eric Richins, with a lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022. Prosecutors say the motive was financial — pointing to life insurance policies, mounting debt, and an alleged affair — while the defense argues the state’s case is built on circumstantial evidence. Adverti...

Eric Richins was a successful businessman, a devoted father, and a well-respected member of the Kamas, Utah, community. But his sudden death in March 2022 sent shockwaves through his family and friends. Initially reported as an accidental overdose, investigations revealed a sinister twist involving forged documents, financial disputes, and a staggering dose of illicit fentanyl. At the center of th...

In this episode, we’re breaking down the latest developments in the  Kouri Richins murder trial . Kouri is accused of poisoning her husband, Eric Richins, with a lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022. Prosecutors say the motive was financial — pointing to life insurance policies, mounting debt, and an alleged affair — while the defense argues the state’s case is built on circumstantial evidence. Each ep...

Las Vegas, Nevada — Mom Kills Pre-Teen Daughter and Then Herself in Hotel During Cheerleading Trip Pawtucket, Rhode Island — Targeted Hockey Rink Shooting Leaves Two Dead and Three Critically Injured Tipp City, Ohio — Ashley Flynn Shot and Killed in Apparent Home Burglary Branson, Missouri — Magician Couple Garry and Janine Carson Face Federal Child Exploitation Charges Norfolk, Virginia — Interna...

From the outside, Michael and Natalie Cochran looked like a successful, involved West Virginia family — youth sports, church, a growing business, and a life that seemed to be taking off. But when millions of dollars in promised government contracts never materialized and Michael suddenly collapsed at home with critically low blood sugar, the polished image began to crack. What started as a fraud i...

In 1992, the brutal murder of an 18-year-old young woman shocked a quiet English community and sent police searching for a violent, experienced predator. The crime scene suggested someone dangerous, deliberate, and deeply sadistic — but the investigation would eventually uncover a truth no one was prepared to face. This episode explores a case that defies expectations and challenges long-held assu...

Tucson, Arizona — The Disappearance of Nancy Guthrie 84-year-old mother of Today co-anchor Savannah Guthrie missing under suspicious circumstances; home treated as a crime scene. Ponchatoula, Louisiana — Brandon Patrick Charged After Allegedly Holding Woman Captive and Mutilating Her During Escape Attempt California — 14-Year-Old Football Player Jeremy “Tank” Rosales Fatally Shot Adult and juvenil...

When Christine Banfield was brutally attacked inside her own home, her husband Brendan claimed he had interrupted a violent intruder and acted in self-defense. But as investigators dug deeper, cracks quickly began to form in that story. What initially appeared to be a tragic home invasion soon unraveled into something far more calculated involving a hidden affair, digital evidence, and a chilling...

This week’s  Weekly Docket  covers the following cases: Lakeville, Minnesota:  Jack Joseph Ball pleads guilty to the murder of his pregnant sister, Bethany Ann Israel. International / U.S. Federal:  Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding faces sweeping federal charges tied to cartel-level drug trafficking and murder conspiracies. Florida:  Resentencing begins in the decades-old Everglades kidnapp...

Welcome back to the Mama Minute — because sometimes, you just need a minute. A minute away from the weight of true crime. A minute away from the monotony. A break in tone.   A minute to be yourself, take care of yourself, and let your mind go somewhere else — even if it’s just for a minute. 🫶🏼 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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We begin with the latest developments in the murders of Spencer and Monique Tepe, including new context surrounding the suspect, his background, and unanswered questions investigators are still working through. From there, we move into a murder investigation in England following the discovery of human remains, a machete incident involving teenagers in Scotland, and multiple federal child exploitat...

In this episode, we cover the shocking murder of  Jessica Padgett  in  Northampton County, Pennsylvania , and the investigation that led police straight to her stepfather,  Gregory Graf . From the day she vanished after a quick lunch break errand to the courtroom evidence that stunned everyone, we break down the timeline, the lies, the arrest, and the trial outcome - plus, the push for  “Jessica’s...

In this week’s  Weekly Docket , we’re breaking down the most significant crime and legal headlines making waves right now — with facts, context, and clarity. We begin by addressing online rumors surrounding the death of Renee Good and separate verified information from misinformation. From there, we take a fact-based look at what authority ICE agents do and  do not  have over U.S. citizens, includ...

In this episode, we dive deep into the case of  Sarah Grace Patrick , the 17‑year‑old Carroll County teen accused of murdering her mother and stepfather. We explore the harrowing events of February 20 2025, when Kristin Brock and James Brock were found shot to death in their Georgia home, and unpack how their younger daughter’s 911 call sparked a months‑long investigation.   Advertising Inquiries:...

In this week’s Weekly Docket, we break down several major crime stories making headlines across the U.S., focusing on confirmed facts, investigative updates, and what remains unanswered. We begin in Ohio, where investigators continue searching for answers in the unsolved double homicide of Spencer and Monique Tepe, a Columbus couple found shot to death inside their home while their two young child...