The Murder Diaries

Just five years old. Always had a smile on her face, the cutest giggle you’ve ever heard. Curly blonde hair, brown eyes and a great big smile. She loved to play with purses, makeup and other “girlie stuff.” Then one night she vanished. Went to bed and has never been seen again. Her name is HaLeigh Cummings. This is her story. HaLeigh’s family is still desperate to find out what happened to her. If...

Contact/Help the Family: WhatsApp: +1 (626) 614-3218 Email: helpUsFindNancy@gmail.com GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-find-nancy-and-support-the-ng-family Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpusfindnancy/ From the families GoFundMe: "Nancy Ng went missing in Lake Atitlán in Guatemala on Thursday, October 19, 2023. She is 29 years old. She loves yoga, traveling, hiking with her fam...

This week on the Murder Diaries we are speaking with John Palmer, whose beloved wife's life was taken from her in a drunk driving incident. John along with the rest of his friends, family, and community are fighting for justice and accountability of the person responsible and those covering for him. John's Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justiceforkatiepalmer/ Twitter: https://twitter.co...

On June 27, 1995, 27 year old Jodi Huisentruit was supposed to be at the news station at 3:00am. When Jodi wasn’t there by 4:00am, the producer called Jodi and woke her up. Jodi said she overslept and would be in ASAP. When Jodi didn’t show up for the 6:00 newscast, the producer filled in for the hour show. When the newscast was over, the producer asked a coworker to call the police to do a welfar...

Today on The Murder Diaries we’re speaking with Heather Bish, whose little sister, Molly, was murdered 23 years ago. Her case remains unsolved to this day.  In our conversation, Heather tells us all about who Molly was, what it was like when her sister went missing, and the subsequent search that happened, and finally she touches on her family’s years-long journey to justice for her sister— provin...

In the fall of 2019 Tiffany Booth was starting anew. She’d moved states, had a job that she enjoyed and was about to meet a man who she thought she could spend the rest of her life with. But that man wouldn’t change her life for the better, instead, he would end it. The investigation that followed would be led in part by her family who, through their large network, was able to discover crucial lea...

Just five years old. Cute as a button. She had brown hair and brown eyes. Never met a stranger. Loved to make people laugh. Always had a funny joke to tell. Followed it up with “Waka waka,” just like Fozzie Bear from the Muppets. Adored all things Disney. And swimming. She would never turn down a dance party. Loved to read and be read to. Her favorite books? Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See...

Juan Leon Laureles, who went by Leon, was born on January 3rd of 1966. Leon’s case follows a long line of Texas crimes that have received very little media and police attention due to prejudice. Because of the way Leon’s case has been neglected, it’s been challenging for his family and friends to get the justice they deserve. 27 years after his death, his legacy as a brother, uncle, cousin, careta...

Missy Bevers was born Terri Leann Strickland on August 9th, 1970 in Graham, Texas. But even from a very early age, everyone always called her Missy. Raised in the small town of Jacksboro, Texas, she was the middle child and only daughter of James and Norma Strickland. As a little girl, Missy was one of those kids everyone always wanted to be around. Radiating warmth, her smile could light up a roo...

This week Natalie was privileged to speak with Anna Nasset. Anna is a victim and survivor of stalking since 2011. This first hand experience has led her to becoming an international speaker on the subject, while also training thousands on the importance of recognizing stalking. We talk about gender based violence, romanticizing stalking, and her book, "Now I Speak" which is all about her stalking...

Dana MacKay was born in Los Angeles, California, on February 12 1956. Dana had a daughter, Misty, born around 1980, with a woman named Alifonsa. Dana was a well known personality in Las Vegas in the late 70’s and through the 80’s. Dana was the image of the King, and even in candid family photos he looks like he could pass for Elvis. He didn’t just look like Elvis, he sounded like him, too. Dana wa...

In late April of 2010, 23-year-old Aubrey Sacco was in the last stretch of a solo trek she’d made to Asia following her graduation from the University of Colorado. Aubrey, a beautiful, artistic, and soulful young lady, wasn’t fearful of traveling alone. She made friends in foreign countries, playing soccer with locals, tutoring schoolchildren, and practiced yoga with new friends. On April 21st, Au...

Tracy Eileen Ocasio was born on August 10, 1981 to parents Liz and Joe and was described as being, “daddy’s little girl.” Her parents said that Tracy was able to make friends anywhere because she was “open and tended to trust people quickly.” Despite this, Tracy remained close to her family, especially her mom, even as an adult. Her disappearance would be the catalyst to putting a horrible man beh...

This week we have a bonus interview episode in which we are speaking with Alina Burroughs, someone we have long admired ever since way back in the beginning when we were just a baby podcast in 2019. We've wanted to have her on for years now and it just never worked out with all of our schedules but finally it's come to fruition. For those who are unfamiliar with Alina, she's a former CSI in Orange...

This week we are speaking with Julie Murray, a fierce advocate not only for her missing sister Maura Murray but for other missing people as well. We discuss Maura's disappearance, dispel misinformation about the case, and learn what life has been like for Julie these last 19 years as the sister of a missing person. Julie brings such a unique perspective to the true crime genre and we're so gratefu...

We're off this week, but still want to make sure you can listen to someone's story. This week we are rewinding to Christina Grimmie's story. At just 22-years-old, Christina Grimmie conquered the music world one performance at a time. However, her career — and her life— came to a screeching halt when an obsessed fan gunned her down in a theater full of people. Originally aired: October 7, 2021 RESO...

Laci was born on the 4th of May 1975 to Sharon and Dennis Rocha. Later, her mother married Laci’s stepfather, Ron Grantski. Her biological father owned a dairy farm and Laci spent a lot of time there growing up. Perhaps it was here that she developed a green thumb and Laci would go on to graduate from California Polytechnic with a degree in ornamental horticulture. This is her story. Resources: ht...

In the quiet gated community of Great Waters in Eatonton, Georgia, 85 miles east of Atlanta, lived Russell and Shirley Dermond. As per their website, Great Waters is part of Reynolds Lake Oconee; a luxury golf and lakefront community boasting 12,000 acres of lakefront property, six golf courses, 11 restaurants, as well as recreational and culinary amenities befitting a world-class private club. Th...

22-year-old Jennifer Servo had just moved to Abilene, Texas from northwest Montana, after finally landing a job that she’d dreamed of since she was a little girl. Less than three months after her big move, on September 18th, 2002, Jennifer was found dead in her apartment, with very little evidence as to who took the life of the smart, headstrong, and creative young journalist. Though one suspect h...

Today we are speaking with Lili Greer, the founder of The Tina Greer Project. Which is an organization meant to bring awareness to domestic violence, homicide, and missing persons. All in honor of her late mother, Tina Louise Greer. We learned so much from Lili during our conversation today. Some of the topics we touched on were true crime ethics as well as Lili's fight for justice. Not just in he...

Amber Lynn Wilde was born on March 26th, 1979 in Campbellsport, Wisconsin to parents Steve and Julie. Amber was an ambitious student as well. Bright, inquisitive, and hardworking, she excelled in the classroom. She had big dreams for her life, and diligently worked towards making them her reality. From an early age, Amber kept journals chronicling her life’s big events, daily activities, accomplis...

Brian Randall Shaffer was born on February 25th, 1979 to parents Renee and Randy Shaffer. He went on to get his bachelors in microbiology from Ohio State University, and then started medical school at OSH. Brian earned excellent grades and was on track to fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor. One night during Spring break he went missing, seemingly without a trace. This is his story. Brian Shaff...

Emmilee Renae Risling was born on February 19, 1989 to parents Gary and Judy Risling. She has a sister named Mary and was raised in Northern California. Her family lived on California’s coast line, near the city of Arcata. Emmilee took her Hupa duties very seriously and was proud of her Native American heritage. She would sing and dance in traditional ceremonies and even participated in a march in...

Today we are joined by Amber Smith, a mom, wife, and survivor of the Route 91 Harvest music festival mass shooting. The gunman at Mandalay Bay unleashed bullets for 11 minutes into the festival. It became one of the most deadly mass shootings in the US. Amber of course is so much more than just a survivor, and we are here to talk to her about her experience surviving Route 91 and PTSD. Amber's Ins...

Ashleigh Anne Love was born on September 17, 1990 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was the only daughter of Tammy and Joe Love and the middle child with an older brother, Anthony and a younger brother, Alex. Her mother said in an interview that “Ashleigh was the sweetest, kindest person in the world. She would do anything for anyone.” This is her story. Anyone with information can contact the Milwauke...