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Behind the quaint exterior of the Knotek family's seemingly perfect home in Raymond, Washington, existed a real life "House of Horrors". Michelle "Shelly" Knotek, opened her home to those less fortunate than her. But that hospitality came at a price. Just how much? Listen & find out how a "good samaritan" might not always be good. Episode 42. Explicit content: child abuse details of a sexually sug...

Jennifer and Michael Blagg were the perfect couple. Each one was exactly what the other was looking for and after having their daughter, Abby, they had everything they'd always dreamed of. Or at least that's how it looked to those on the outside looking in. Things aren't always as they seem though and when Jennifer and Abby, mysteriously disappeared one November day, people would start to see thro...

In the latest episode of our Maura Murray coverage, we dissect and discuss the possible yet plausible theories of what happened to Maura on that fateful evening. One by one, we examine the clues, reports, and look at the timeline of her disappearance. Also, what do we know today, in 2022? Is there any additional information that points to whether Maura is alive or dead, and how you can help with t...

In Part 2 of Maura Murray's disappearance, we resume our discussion of the day she went missing, Monday, February 4th, 2004, in Haverhill, NH. Maura mysteriously leaves the scene of her car accident. Was she injured, hurt, a victim of foul play? We discuss this and more surrounding the evening of her disappearance and the last known conversation she had before seemingly vanishing into thin air. E...

Less than 10 minutes. That's how long it took for Maura Murray to go from a college student on a road trip, to being the subject of a nationwide obsession. What happened February 9, 2004 on Rt 112 in Woodsville, MA, after crashing her black, 1996 Saturn and disappearing from the roadside? In Part 1 of this multi-part episode, we learn more about Maura Murray's childhood, high school years, her cho...

On June 25, 2022, 21 teenagers died under mysterious circumstances at a tavern (bar) in East London, South Africa. We tell you everything we know about the event, what has unfolded since then, and about the teenagers lost that day. We also dive into the issue of underage drinking in South Africa and what is (or isn't) being done about it. Episode #37 Thank you for listening! Please follow us on...

A life on the streets is never easy. But being a woman of the night in the late 80's and 90's in New York City was downright deadly. There was a serial killer on the loose, soliciting the services of prostitutes, only to strangle, dismember, and dispose of them throughout the city and Hudson Valley. Who was the Long Island Ripper and the young victims who crossed his path? Episode #36 Please follo...

Betty Gore was brutally murdered after being hit with an ax 41 times by the woman her husband had an affair with. Her story has recently been reinvigorated with Hulu having released a docuseries covering it and HBO on the way with another. We are diving into what actually happened to Betty as we had lots of questions about what parts of the sensationalized telling from "Candy" were accurate and...

Outdoor adventurists and partners, Julie Williams & Lollie Winans traveled from their homes in Vermont and Maine to camp the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia on May 19th, 1996. Only once they entered the park, they never made it back out alive. Their bodies were found on June 1st, 1996, bound, gagged and murdered at their campsite. Was this a crime of hate, random act of violence, or the work...

Brian Shaffer was a 27 year old med student with a promising future ahead of him; he had good grades, good relationships with family members, and was planning to propose to his girlfriend when he seemingly disappeared into thin air. He was seen on camera going back towards a bar's entrance, but was never seen leaving the bar, or ever again for that matter. Join us as we break down his disappearan...

In part 2 of the Oklahoma Girl Scout Murders, we continue to discuss possible suspects, including Gene Leroy Hart, the prime suspect in the case. But, it's not as clear cut as it seems. Is he the actual killer of Lori Lee Farmer, Doris Denise Milner, and Michele Heather Guse, or were there one or more other suspects that caused their deaths? We also recognize the 45th anniversary of the murders, t...

Three young girls boarded the bus for Girl Scout Camp on June 12th, 1977 in Locust Grove, Oklahoma. Tentmates by choice at Camp Scott, they spent the rainy night singing & writing letters home to their families. But, the next morning, the bodies of Lori Ann Farmer, Doris Denise Milner, and Michele Heather Ruse would be found approximately 150ft from their tent in the Kiowa Unit. Join us as we disc...

This week, Breya tells us about the infamous serial killer, John Christie. He had an interesting childhood and it wasn't long before he started committing petty crimes until eventually graduating to murder. One of his ruses was to tell prostitutes that he knew how to perform abortions and then render them unconscious in order to be able to overpower them. He also thought it was a good idea to hid...

Sex, drugs, and murder on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The partially-clothed body of Jennifer Levin is found in New York's famous Central Park on the morning of August 26, 1986. The accused is Robert Chambers, dubbed the "Preppie Killer" by the media. A listener's request! Explicit content: sexual details of the crime Please support our Patreon and receive official swag and bonus content as o...

As promised on our Instagram, we are here with an update on all we know about what has unfolded in Brittanee Drexel's case since we recorded last weekend. Join us as we talk about what we have learned about Raymond Moody, how he was caught, and what is next for Brittanee's family. Please support our Patreon and receive official swag and bonus content as our thank you! https://www.patreon.com/sleut...

Today we are talking about the disappearance of Brittanee Drexel, a New York teenager who went missing on a trip to Myrtle Beach. Was she killed and thrown into an alligator pit, trafficked, or something else completely? We also talk about the recent discovery of human remains in the same area her phone last pinged and the potential that we may be getting answers in the near future. Please suppo...

A picture perfect family, living the picture perfect life, but things aren't always what they seem from the outside. Behind closed doors, the List family was falling apart and their patriarch, John List, would become the "picture perfect" example of a family annihilator.  Please support our Patreon and receive official swag and bonus content as our thank you! https://www.patreon.com/sleuthbetold...

In part 2 of our delve into Zack Bowen and Addie Hall we get to know Addie, see how their relationship grew, and what happened after Hurricane Katrina. Zack and Addie were among the few who remained in New Orleans after Katrina and they became well known for their ability to thrive in the chaos. It was hard adjusting back to society when New Orleans was recovering and this brought back their traum...

In Part 1, we get to know Zack Bowen. We cover his story from an unorthodox teenage cross-country trip with his father to his party-life in New Orleans to trying to become a good military family man for an older woman to the moment he met Addie Hall. Get early access to Part 2 right now by joining our Patreon! Please support our Patreon and receive official swag and bonus content as our thank you...

In this week's episode, we talk about the baffling disappearance of Brandon Swanson. Brandon mysteriously disappeared after getting stuck in a ditch and calling his parents to come get him. Despite being on the phone with him and on their way to pick him up, something startled him and after the call suddenly ended there wasn't a trace of him ever again. And find out what piece of artwork each of...

This week we chose a case from South Africa because our South African listeners have really been showing up lately! We are talking about the unbelievable and inspiring story of Alison Botha. We break down what happened to her in Port Elizabeth on December 17 1994 and everything that transpired after it. *Marked explicit due to the sexual and graphic nature of the crime. Please support us at Patre...

In today's episode we talk about the case of Skylar Neese, more commonly referred to as Trial by Twitter. This case is one that has stuck with Breya since she first heard about it because of the motive behind it... or lack of motive that is. As the saying goes, "two's company, three's a crowd." Follow us on Instagram @SleuthBeTold https://www.instagram.com/sleuthbetold Please support our Patreon...

In today's episode, we talk about the case known as the Hinterkaifeck Murders. We dive into the different people involved, the massacre that happened, and speculate who could have done it. There are lots of theories but something to disprove each one, so Jennifer goes into full conspiracy mode trying to find a story that explains all parts of the case. Its 100 year anniversary is this week and yo...

How does someone who had served time in jail for assault end up a winner on a reality show in the midst of a killing spree? We'll tell you all about it as we talk about Rodney Alcala, also known as 'The Dating Game Killer.' Please support our Patreon and receive official swag and bonus content as our thank you! https://www.patreon.com/sleuthbetold Follow us on Instagram @SleuthBeTold https://www....

In Part 2 of our dive into the case of Susan Powell we talk about what happened after Susan went missing. We discuss the mysterious camping trip, Josh's suspicious choices the next few days, and his lack of concern over Susan's disappearance before finishing up with what happened in the years since with both Josh and Susan's family. Please support our Patreon and receive official swag and bonus co...