Morning Cup of Murder

September 9th: Christopher Lee Simmons Kills (1993) Some cases end up changing the way others are sentenced in the future. On September 9th 1993 a young boy made a fatal decision, thinkin his age would garner him sympathy. He had no idea how wrong he was. “Are you ready to Cultivate Curiosity in your life? Explore the inspiring stories at the link below & be sure to subscribe on your favorite plat...

September 8th: The Murder of Annie Le (2009) College, Career, Marriage. These are all things many of us look forward to as young children. On September 8th 2009 a young student on the rise, with everything ahead of her, seemingly disappeared into thin air on her college campus. It would take a few days, and a lot of heartbreak, for everyone at Yale to figure out what happened to Annie Le. https://...

September 7th: Munir Said Thalib Killed (2004) There are some very special people who make it their life's work to help others. The fight for the underdog and the ones that need it the most. And, unfortunately, these people aren’t always the most popular. Especially amongst those they are opposing. On September 7th 2004 one of Indonesia’s most famous human rights activists was killed while on a fl...

September 6th: Howard Unruh Kills (1949) Serving in the military leaves a lasting impact on a soldier’s life. Sometimes, it’s for the good, a life straightened out and made better with service. Sometimes it leaves men and women with lasting emotional damage and, in some cases, mental issues. On September 6th 1949 a well mannered, albeit withdrawn young man forever changed by the war went on a ramp...

September 5th: Paul Steven Haigh Born (1957) We always want to know a criminal's motives for his or her crimes. Answering the big “Why” can help process the chain of events that often ends in someone’s life. On September 5th 1957 a man was born who’s ridiculous motives only made people angrier. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning...

September 4th: Angelica Alvarez Pleaded Guilty (2007) Being a mother can be overwhelming. There is no way to sugarcoat it. But, there is a line that most mothers will not cross no matter how overwhelming life seems. On September 4th 2007 a mother pleaded guilty to a crime she committed at the prospect of handling motherhood on her own. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.pat...

September 3rd: Albert DeSalvo Born (1931) Sometimes, even after a killer is sent to prison, people remain doubtful of their guilt. On September 3rd 1931 a man was born who would end up serving out the rest of his days in prison after admitting he was the Boston Strangler. A man who confessed to murders that many believe he didn’t commit. Listen to the Retro Video Store Here: https://podcasts.apple...

September 2nd: Minnie Dean Born (1884) It’s no secret that most true crime stories center around the crimes of a male killer. That’s not to say that women don’t commit heinous acts, it's just not something we hear about as often. On September 2nd 1884 a woman was born whose name, and crimes, would become the stuff of folklore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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September 1st: Kendall Francois Arrested (1998) How do you solve a murder without a body? How do you catch a serial killer when all you have is a long list of missing persons reports? On September 1st 1998 a chance encounter ended up with an arrest that, after some questioning, put away a serial killer in Poughkeepsie, New York that  may have otherwise taken years to solve. Learn more about your a...

August 31st: First Snowtown Victim Killed (1992) When a group of troubled individuals get together it can only spell disaster. On August 31st 1992 the first of many Snowtown victims were killed in South Australia. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cupofmurder @cupofmurder Follow MCO...

August 30th: China P. Arnold Kills (2005) We have all done stupid things while drunk. Fights may have been picked, stupid things said, or screamed, but by the morning, we have a hangover and apologize for our actions. On August 30th 2005 a woman made an unthinkable decision. One that, if you believe her story, had alcohol and a heated argument to blame. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreo...

August 29th: Richard Angelo Born (1962) When you enter a hospital, you go with the intention of walking out better than when you walked in. On August 29th 1962 a man was born who would go on to become a well-regarded, and respected nurse at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Long Island. A man who, as people would soon realize, left his patients far worse then they were when they arrived. Become a sup...

August 28th: Career Girl Murders (1963) The 1960s was a time when women turned in their aprons for a briefcase and a paycheck. It was an unprecedented time and women who chose a career were seen as pioneers. They were also seen as targets. On August 28th 1963 2 women well on their way to a successful career, found their lives, and futures, snuffed out in a case that sent New York City women into a...

August 27th: Raman Raghav Arrested  (1968) During the mid-1960s those living in the slums outside of Mumbai were living in fear. They carried weapons and swung at the slightest sound as they attempted to protect themselves from the monster living amongst them. On August 27th 1968 their fears were finally lifted when one of the most prolific serial killers India has ever seen was finally arrested....

August 26th: Benjamin Atkins Born (1968) Serial killers usually take their time perfecting their craft. Not many accelerate their murders at rapid rates out of fear of growing careless and slipping up. On August 26th 1968 a man was born who would murder, torture and rape 11 women in just 9 months. A man who hated sex workers and decided to take it upon himself to get the off the streets. Become a...

August 25th: Frances Kidder Kills (1867) The fairytale of Cinderella and her wicked stepmother instilled a fear in many children of the repercussions of the parents remarrying. On August 25th 1867 a poor little girl would find herself at the mercy of her evil stepmother. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitte...

August 24th: Richard Biegenwald Born (1940) One tip can blow a whole case wide open. Tell the wrong person about your crimes and they can be your undoing. On August 24th 1940 a boy was born who was a criminal from the jump. A criminal who, as an adult, brought one to many people into his inner circle and left himself prone to a snitch. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.pat...

August 23rd: Beltran Cortes Arrested (1938) Not all surgeries are successful. In fact, some leave the hospital with the same issues and ailments they came with. And, though it doesn’t happen often, it is a fact of life. On August 23rd 1938 a man was arrested for getting the revenge he thought he deserved for a botched surgery. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/...

August 22nd: Florisvaldo de Oliveira Released (2012) Police officers won’t always catch their guy. It’s, as we can imagine, extremely frustrating for officials when the person they know committed a crime, gets away. But, that doesn’t mean they take upon themselves to correct the matter. On August 22nd 2012 a career criminal with and estimated 50 kills under his belt, was released from prison after...

August 21st: Tsutomu Miyazaki Born (1962) Everyone has their obsession. Some are more harmful than others but, for the most part, our obsessions can turn into a productive hobby or even a career. On August 21st 1962 a man was born who would go on to commit heinous acts against young girls. And, when he was finally captured, the media would go on a frenzy blaming his obsession with manga and anime....

August 20th: Patrick Henry Sherill Kills (1986) We have all heard the term “going postal” but, do you know the chilling story that goes along with it? On August 20th 1986 the man who coined the term took the lives of 14 co-workers before taking his own life. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: https://tw...

August 19th: Anthony Sowell Born (1959) Sometimes, you just don’t know how bad someone truly is behind closed doors. On August 19th 1959 a man was born who would shock the state of Cleveland, and the world, when a strange smell that lingered around his home found it’s heinous source. Become a supporter of this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Follow Morning Cup of Mur...

August 18th: Mary Runkle Kills (1847) Bad luck seems to follow certain people. And, if you asked a woman named Mary Runkle, she would be inclined to agree. On August 18th 1847 another stroke of bad luck hit the Runkle house and, this time, Mary was going to pay for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

August 17th: Harrison Graham Arrested (1987) We have covered a few stories where we see how race plays a huge role in how a case is handled. But, what about how it is reported? On August 17th 1987 a man turned himself in at the urging of his mother and he was arrested. A man who, despite having a pile of bodies hidden in his vacated apartment, you probably have never heard of. Become a supporter o...