Morning Cup of Murder

October 18th: Corey Jones Killed (2015) Some things are never as they seem. On October 18th 2015 a beloved, talented, and caring man was shot to death by an officer who claimed self defense. A claim that, when looked into a little more deeply, was not the true nature of the shooting.  Wikipedia, palmbeachpost.com, sun-sentinel.com, CNN, washingtonpost.com, ABC, usatoday.com, cbs12.com, cbsnews.com...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 17th: Delfina de Jesus Gonzalez Dies(1968) Necessity can make some people into monsters. On October 17th 1968 one half of a notorious duo died while behind bars in a Mexican prison. A duo whose need for money earned them the Guinness World Records distinction as the “most prolific murder partnership” in hist...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 16th: Andras Pandy Arrested(1997) Some stories are so strange they feel as though they should be the unbelievable plot of a bizarre movie. On October 16th 1997 a man was arrested for a crime that, though confusing at times, is a tale stranger than fiction.  Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/morningcu...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 15th: Scott Edgar Dyleski Kills (2005) Sometimes, it takes a trial to really find out what happened in a case. On October 15th 2005 the wife of a prominent attorney in California was found dead inside of her home and, it wouldn’t be until the trial began that the story of what really happened, and how her te...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 14th: Leonarda Cianciulli Dies (1970) As a parent, you say you will do anything to keep your children safe. But, there are some limitations to that sentiment. On October 14th 1970 a woman died while in a criminal asylum for doing the unthinkable to keep her son safe in the war.  Join the Patreon! https://www...

Tried a little something different for you all this October! My son Killian has always wanted to do an episode with me, and if you have been a patreon supporter you have heard his voice before =) Since he is obsessed with zombies, I thought we would sit down and do the history of zombies! Let me know if you like this or would like more of this kind of content, reach out on twitter @cupofmurder or...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 13th: Terry Driver Kills (1995) Not every killer is a criminal mastermind. Some make obvious mistakes that end up earning them a spot behind bars. On October 13th 1995 2 teenage girls were brutally attacked in Abbotsford, British Columbia. And, the man responsible, would end up behind bars simply because he...

October 12th: Holly Bobo Born (1990) Your early 20s are a time for growth, family, friends, shaping the future and thinking of all you hope to accomplish in life. On October 12th 1990 a young woman was born whose life, at the age of 20, was heading in all the right directions. A life that would be tragically cut short in a mystery that left all Tennesseans scratching their heads. Wikipedia, newsch...

 A small town cop known as “GI Joe” is gunned down in a swamp in the summer of 2015 and quickly becomes a martyr in the national media. But when a dogged investigator and his team set out to get justice, they uncover unsettling secrets about Joe, the local police department, and the village of Fox Lake. From Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and Dr. Death comes the third season of Over ...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 11th: Eric Nance Kills (1993) It’s hard to determine the chain of events when only one person is alive to tell it. On October 11th 1993 a young girl lost her life and, the only person around to tell her story, was the man who killed her. A man who was claiming it was all a terrible accident.  Join the Patreo...

October 10th: Michael Player Kills Self (1986) The life of the homeless living in areas like Skid Row is never an easy one. And, it got infinitely more difficult in the early 70s when a series of serial killers plagued the area, taking the homeless and using them as “targets of opportunity”. On October 10th 1986 one of these killers, a man they called the Skid Row Slayer, took his own life and end...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 9th: Etan Patz Born (1972) As a parent you learn that you will be forever plagued with the decision between keeping them safe and letting them soar. It’s a terrifying decision that will always keep you second guessing your choice. On October 9th 1972 a beautiful little boy was born who, after his parents mad...

October 8th: Bruce McArthur Born (1951) Dating in a world of apps and anonymous meetings can bring forth a lot of concern and fear for both parties involved. On October 8th 1951 a man was born who would be the cause of that fear in an entire community in Toronto, Canada. Leaving at least 8 dead bodies in his wake.  Wikipedia, vanityfair.com, torontosun.com, cbc.ca, cnn.com,nationalpost.com Learn m...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 7th: Gary Evans Born (1954) Some things aren’t always as they seem. On October 7th 1954 a career criminal was born. A man whom police thought was simply a well worked thief but ended up being a cold blooded serial killer.  Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Mur...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 6th: Auntie Thally Dies (1960) Family. The one group of people we should be able to trust wholeheartedly. On October 6th 1960 a woman died behind bars after proving to her own family that she was absolutely not one that should have ever been trusted.  Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmur...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 5th: Baekuni Sentenced (2010) Crimes against children are particularly heinous. Especially when they are in desperate need of a handout and an adult who cares. On October 5th 2010 a man was sentenced for his horrendous crimes against children who so desperately needed help getting off the streets of Jakarta....

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 4th: Lynda Lyon Block Kills (1993) Meeting just 1 person can alter the course of your entire life. On October 4th 1993 a man died at the hands of a deadly couple who, had they not met, may have seen a very different outcome in their lives.  Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 3rd: David Brom Born (1971) Rumors aren’t always the best source of information. But, in cases like today’s story, a rumor can sometimes be the one thread connecting a tangled web of mystery and lies. On October 3rd 1971 a boy was born who would go on to spread a rumor about his family. A rumor that, when it...

October 2nd: Fredrick Mors/Carl Menarik Born (1889) After living out an entire lifetime, one would hope the elderly can just simply relax in their last handful of years on this earth. But some people, like the man in today's story born on October 2nd 1889, just can’t let the elderly live their lives.  Wikipedia, Murderpedia, drvitelli.typepad.com, Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

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NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ October 1st: Christopher Sean Harper-Mercer Kills (2015) Look out for the loners. It’s a statement we’ve heard time and time again in a world where school shootings have become commonplace. On October 1st 2015 a man walked into his community college and began shooting at everyone in his English classroom. A man who,...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ September 30th: Efren Saldivar Born (1969) We live in a world where, when sick, we have to place our trust in strangers to take care of us. And, for the most part, it’s what keeps us alive and well. These well trained men and women know exactly what to do in a medical emergency and we surrender to their knowhow. At...

NEW HALLOWEEN MERCH IS OUT NOW!  https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ September 29th: Chicago Tylenol Murders (1982) Chances are you’ve taken a Tylenol or 2 to cure a nagging headache or an injured body part. And, chances are, you’ve struggled a bit with all of the childproofing and seals to get to the pills you so desperately need in that moment of pain. On September 29th 1982 a youn...

Few things are more devastating than a loved one going missing. On The Vanished podcast from Wondery, host Marissa Jones tells stories of missing persons that have gone overlooked by mainstream media. She gets the story from friends and family of the missing person, and frequently talks with law enforcement and others close to the case. This is just a preview of The Vanished, but you can listen to...

September 28th: Robert C. “Bobby” Greenlease Killed (1953) Sometimes, when 2 very dangerous people pair up, the unthinkable can happen. On September 28th 1953 a young boy was kidnapped so his well to do family could pay a pretty hefty ransom demand. A young boy who was taken by 2 very dangerous people who had no intention of ever bringing him home.  Murderpedia, fbi.gov, stltoday.com, Wikipedia, k...