The Fall Line: True Crime

In the final episode of our three-part series on the 1991 murder of Geraldine DeLoach, we cover possible suspects, a surprising confession, and her family's attempts to both process Geraldine's death and to seek justice in her unsolved homicide. If you have any information regarding the unsolved murder of Geraldine DeLoach, please call (912) 871-1121. Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: http...

Part 2 of the series covering the unsolved 1991 murder of Geraldine DeLoach explores the months leading up to Geraldine's death, the night of her murder and scene of the crime, and the shock and disbelief that shook the foundation of the large, loving DeLoach family. If you have any information regarding the unsolved murder of Geraldine DeLoach, please call (912) 871-1121. Pre order Laurah's book...

This three-part series on a 1991 Southeast Georgia cold case begins with the victim, Geraldine DeLoach, her large, loving family, and the early life she spent in the tiny town of Register, GA. The DeLoaches have spent the last 30 years trying to puzzle out the mystery of how anyone could have killed Geraldine, whom they called 'Whoodie'--known widely for her bubbly personality, her joy, and her in...

The second episode covering The Twiggs County John Doe offers a deep dive into the science behind the cutting-edge--and most fascinating--techniques used in the identification of Does, and how these forensic advances might help in this middle Georgia case. We speak with isotopic expert Dr. Leslie Fitzpatrick, who is a biological anthropologist and bioarchaeologist and is a faculty member in the de...

After an army diesel-truck crashes on the way to Macon, GA, spilling diesel fuel across the highway and into a nearby creek, emergency workers discover skeletal remains in a drainage ditch—and set off a nearly two-decade investigation. Biological anthropologist Dr. Amy Michael returns to offer her expertise in forensic anthropology on the case.  Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://ww...

This is the second episode in a two-part miniseries. We cover the unsolved murder of Georgia Leah "Lee" Moses, who was killed in Petaluma, California, in 1997, and her sister Angel's current push for resolution--through her own investigation and through the power of social media. Angel believes she can resolve this case--and you can help. Follow #JusticeforGeorgiaLeeMoses' official  Instagram , Tw...

This first episode in a two-part miniseries covers the unsolved murder of Georgia Leah "Lee" Moses, who was killed in Petaluma, California, in 1997, and her sister Angel's current push for resolution--through her own investigation and through the power of social media. Follow #JusticeforGeorgiaLeeMoses' official  Instagram , Twitter, Facebook, and visit the #JusticeforGeorgiaLeeMoses website to ke...

In this episode, Annita Lucchesi of Sovereign Bodies Institute describes building the first-ever database devoted to missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people (MMIWG2), the far-reaching, community-based work of SBI, their recent study in Northern California, and much more. SBI's work can be further explored and supported here: https://www.sovereign-bodies.org/  To read SB...

This episode had to be re-uploaded and released again due to a processing error. Todd Matthews, co-founder of the Doe Network and former NAMUS employee discusses databases, his role as the "world's first websleuth" and how he continues to fight for case solves. Todd first rose to prominence after identifying the Kentucky Jane Doe known as "Tent Girl"--Barbara Ann Hackman Taylor--from his home in r...

The first episode in our intermittent National Series covers the unsolved murder of Leon Laureles, who was living and working in Brown County, TX, at the time of his 1996 murder. Though it has never been officially labeled as such, many view his unsolved homicide as a hate crime. If you have any information in his case, call Heart of Texas Crime Stoppers at 800-222-847. Pre order Laurah's book LAY...

Laurah interviews Josh Hallmark (True Crime Bulls**t) and Anna Priestland, both of whom are writer-researcher-producers, about their experiences tackling longform and complex podcast projects. Josh is well-known for his in-depth coverage of Israel Keyes and Kelly Cochran. Anna wrote many of the best-known and most popular Casefile podcast series, including the show's coverage of EAR/ONS/GSK, and h...

In this episode, Brooke interviews Monica Caison about what brought her to found CUE, one of the most hands-on missing persons organizations in the nation. Learn more about CUE here.  Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https:...

The final installment in this four-part series covers unresolved and closed cases in Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana, and discusses the survivors who testified at Samuel Little's Los Angeles trial. A number of the Southeastern victims discussed in this series are either Jane Does or are currently considered "unmatched confessions," and the public's help is needed in resolving their cases. Cal...

The third episode in this four-part series covers cases in Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, South Carolina, and Kentucky, and includes an interview with a family member of Macon-area victim Fredonia Smith. We also speak with SAKI (Sexual Assault Kit Initiative) Task Force member Amy Hutsell, who has been helping to connect Samuel Little's Georgia confessions to the state's cold cases.  A number of the...

The second in this four-part series covers Samuel Little's Florida confessions: the resolved, the unmatched, and the unidentified. A number of the Southeastern victims are either Jane Does or are currently considered "unmatched confessions," and the public's help is needed in resolving their cases. Call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit tips.fbi.gov with information. Visit our Instagram to see forensic art...

The first episode in this four-part series begins with serial killer Samuel Little, and how he nearly got away with four decades of murder. Law enforcement is seeking public assistance in identifying Little's "unmatched confessions" and Jane Doe victims. Visit our website or our Instagram to see forensic art of victims covered in each episode. If you have information, call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit...

The conclusion to Laurah's interview with UNH lecturer and forensic anthropologist Dr. Amy Michael, who talks about some of her biggest cases, search and recovery, and how she uses cold-case investigation in the classroom. The Fall Line is created by Laurah Norton and Brooke Hargrove/Engineered and produced by Maura Currie.  Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/t...

In the first of two episodes, Laurah interviews UNH lecturer and forensic anthropologist Dr. Amy Michael about her field, popular misconceptions, the state of forensic science, and how cold cases might be solved. The Fall Line is created by Laurah Norton and Brooke Hargrove/Engineered and produced by Maura Currie. Subscribe to One Strange Thing now! Find our sponsor links and promo codes here Mont...

Part 3 concludes the story of Salvador "Chava" Sanchez Azcona, a popular 30-year-old who moved to East Naples, Florida in search of strong job prospects. After seven years in the area, he'd built a strong network of friends who viewed him as family--and who would stop at nothing to find him after he disappeared in March of 2016.  Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks....

The series continues with the story of Salvador "Chava" Sanchez Azcona, a popular 30-year-old who moved to East Naples, Florida in search of strong job prospects. After seven years in the area, he'd built a strong network of friends who viewed him as family--and who would stop at nothing to find him after he disappeared in March of 2016.  Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hache...

This episode explores the 2001 murder of Terrianne Summers and the 2002 murder of Deasha Andrews, both trans women who were part of Jacksonville's LGBTQ+ community. We speak with community advocate and friend of Terrianne, Rusty Mead, who also served as a liaison to the police in Deasha's case. Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to...

The final episode in our three-part series covering the historical Atlanta Ripper murders, a little-known series of homicides attributed to a person--or persons--operating in Atlanta, GA between 1911-1914. . . and possibly beyond. Thanks to Dionne Clark of the SAGE Podcast for reading the epigraphs at the top of each episode, JV Hampton Van-Sant for voice acting, and Shannon Geary for months of ar...

The second episode in our three-part Atlanta Ripper murders coverage, covering a little-known series of homicides attributed to a person--or persons--operating in Atlanta, GA between 1911-1914. . . and possibly beyond. Thanks to Dionne Clark of the SAGE Podcast for reading the epigraphs at the top of each episode, JV Hampton Van-Sant for voice acting, and Shannon Geary for months of archival resea...

The first episode in our three-part series covering the historical Atlanta Ripper murders, a little-known series of homicides attributed to a person--or persons--operating in Atlanta, GA between 1911-1914. . . and possibly beyond. Thanks to Dionne Clark of the SAGE Podcast for reading the epigraphs at the top of each episode (her first episode was delayed due to the pandemic, but it's coming soon!...

In the conclusion to Season Nine, we learn how Candace and Ameera's citizen detective work closed one cold case, and re-opened another.  Pre order Laurah's book LAY THEM TO REST: https://www.hachettebooks.com/titles/laurah-norton/lay-them-to-rest/9780306828805/ Fall Line Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefalllinepodcast Find our sources here: https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/sources Merch can...