True Crime Never Sleeps

On February 13, 2017, Kim Jong-nam, the estranged half-brother of Kim Jong-un, was assassinated in Kuala Lumpur with VX nerve agent. In this episode, we examine his life, the details of his murder, and the aftermath of the assassination. Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following: Patriot Food Supply:  ➡️  https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/ Skillshare : ➡️  https://skills...

In 1993, 20-year-old Sophie Sergie, a bright and promising student from a remote Alaskan village, was brutally murdered inside a University of Alaska Fairbanks dormitory bathroom. Despite occurring in a building full of students, no one saw or heard the crime — and for nearly three decades, the case remained unsolved. In this episode, we explore Sophie’s life, the disturbing failures in campus sec...

In this heartbreaking episode of True Crime Never Sleeps , we revisit the haunting case of Morgan Jade Violi, a 7-year-old girl abducted in broad daylight from her apartment complex in Bowling Green, Kentucky on July 24, 1996. Witnesses saw a man in a burgundy van grab Morgan and drive off — sparking a massive manhunt involving local, state, and federal agencies. Despite the fast mobilization of l...

In this gripping episode, we uncover the haunting legacy of the Lockerbie bombing , the 1988 terrorist attack that brought down Pan Am Flight 103 over Scotland. With 270 lives lost, it remains one of the deadliest aviation disasters in history. We explore how the investigation unfolded, from early suspicions of Middle Eastern militant groups to the eventual indictment of Libyan intelligence agents...

On Halloween morning in 2010, 16-year-old Devin Griffin returned home from church to a scene of unspeakable horror. What began as a quiet afternoon of video games quickly turned into a real-life nightmare when he discovered his mother, stepfather, and brother brutally murdered inside their rural Ohio home. As police unraveled the crime, all signs pointed to a missing family member with a violent p...

In this emotional and deeply human episode, we explore the baffling disappearance of 26-year-old Emma Fillipoff, who vanished from the streets of Victoria, British Columbia, in November 2012. Emma’s case made national headlines across Canada and sparked a decade-long search filled with troubling leads, strange sightings, and heartbreaking uncertainty. From her free-spirited life in Victoria to the...

In this gripping episode, we unravel the unbelievable true story of the Hollywood Con Queen—one of the most elaborate scams ever to hit the entertainment industry. From impersonating top-tier executives to orchestrating fake productions in Indonesia, this con artist lured countless hopeful professionals into a costly and humiliating trap. You’ll hear about the psychological manipulation, the devas...

Tonight we dive deep into the heartbreaking case of 15-year-old Seth Jackson from Summerfield, Florida. What began as a typical high school breakup spiraled into unimaginable cruelty. Lured by his ex-girlfriend Amber Wright and her group of friends, Seth's trust cost him his life in a plot filled with betrayal, manipulation, and calculated violence. Join us as we recount the tragic events of A...

From April 1971 to September 1972, the nation's capital was gripped by fear. Six young Black girls—all abducted from their own neighborhoods—were found murdered and dumped along highways in D.C. and Maryland. Their killer, still unidentified, became known as the Freeway Phantom . In this episode, I walk you through the chilling story of each victim, the patterns that link them, the suspects wh...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most alarming acts of domestic terror in modern history: the Tokyo Subway Sarin Attack carried out by Aum Shinrikyo on March 20, 1995. We’ll trace the cult’s origins under Shoko Asahara, explore how disillusioned professionals helped develop nerve agents, and reveal how the morning rush-hour chemical assault shocked Japan and the world. From the...

In this week’s episode, we’re traveling to Perth, Western Australia, to delve into a case that shocked the entire country: the Claremont serial killings. We’ll follow the stories of three young women—Sarah Spiers, Jane Rimmer, and Ciara Glennon—who mysteriously vanished after nights out on the town. From the moment Sarah was last seen in 1996 to the discovery of DNA breakthroughs two decades later...

Trigger Warning: This episode features discussions of suicidal ideation. In today’s true crime deep dive, we explore the baffling case of Barry and Honey Sherman: billionaires, philanthropists, and lightning rods for controversy within the pharmaceutical world. After decades of explosive growth at Barry’s company, Apotex—which controlled nearly half of Canada’s generic drug market—this power coupl...

Uncover the terrifying story of David Parker Ray—an unassuming New Mexico man who transformed a 22-foot trailer into a sadistic torture chamber known as the “Toy Box.” In this episode, we follow the harrowing escape of 22-year-old Cynthia Vigil Jaramillo, whose desperate run down a desert road exposed the dark world of kidnapping, sexual assault, and alleged murder that Ray orchestrated with the h...

In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the Petrobras Scandal—one of the largest corruption cases to ever rock a nation and ripple across the globe. You’ll hear how Operation Car Wash exposed an intricate kickback scheme involving top-tier politicians, high-ranking Petrobras executives, and construction giants rigging contracts and laundering money through secret accounts. We’ll uncover how...

In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking murder of Emma Walker, a promising teen cheerleader who dreamed of becoming a neonatal nurse. Her relationship with Riley Gaul, a wide receiver at the same Knoxville high school, started with typical teenage romance but spiraled into an alarming pattern of jealousy, constant messaging, and staged threats. We’ll detail how the case unraveled, culminatin...

The Disappearance of Stephanie Crane still grips true-crime enthusiasts more than 30 years later. On October 11, 1993, nine-year-old Stephanie left Challis Lanes in Challis, Idaho, and never made it home. Despite extensive searches, intense media coverage, and countless leads, her fate remains unknown. In this video, we delve into the day she vanished, the impact on her close-knit community, and h...

Join us for a thrilling look at Nazi Gold—the astonishing cache of looted treasure that fueled the Third Reich’s ambitions during WWII. We reveal the chilling details of how Nazi forces confiscated everything from national gold reserves to personal heirlooms—and then stashed it all away in bunkers, cargo trains, Alpine lakes, and notorious Swiss bank accounts. You’ll hear about massive recovery op...

Experience the Trader Joe’s hostage crisis in Los Angeles (2018): Gene Atkins, after shooting his grandmother (Mary Madison) and 17-year-old girlfriend, led police on a high-speed chase before a dramatic standoff at the Silver Lake Trader Joe’s. Witness the tense hostage situation, learn how store manager Mellie Corrado was tragically caught in the crossfire, and see the resilience of the hostages...

In this chilling episode, we dive into the horrifying true story behind the infamous Keddie Cabin Murders —a case so brutal, it inspired movies like The Strangers . In 1981, three people were found savagely murdered in a rural California cabin, while a fourth victim, a 12-year-old girl, vanished without a trace. The investigation was riddled with errors, cover-ups, and shocking confessions. Even d...

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the murky waters of narco submarines—those elusive, home-built underwater vessels ferrying some of the most expensive contraband on the planet. We discuss why cocaine can out-price gold or rhodium, and how cartels have responded to tighter security with ever more ingenious solutions beneath the sea. You’ll hear about cramped conditions that would make subm...

In June 2015, a typical Friday night at Coral Ridge Mall in Iowa turned tragic when 20-year-old Andrea Farrington became the victim of a shocking act of violence by a former coworker. Despite reporting repeated harassment and stalking, Andrea's pleas for help were ignored, culminating in a deadly confrontation. This episode delves into how a simple rejection escalated into tragedy, emphasizing...

How did Ted Kaczynski , the Unabomber, change America’s approach to domestic terrorism, mail security, and FBI profiling ? What lasting impact did his manifesto have on today’s anti-technology movements ? And how has his dark philosophy been immortalized in pop culture and modern debates about surveillance and privacy? In this episode, we explore: 🔹 The rise of the “lone wolf” terrorist and its i...

In this harrowing episode, we take you back to May 23, 2000, in the small town of New Philadelphia, Ohio, where best friends Brandy Hicks and Liz Reiser set out for a simple movie night—only to cross paths with a dangerous predator. What began as a kind gesture to a stranger turned into a nightmare of abduction, assault, and murder. Brandy's incredible will to survive against all odds, and the...

The insanity defense has been one of the most controversial aspects of criminal law for centuries. Is it a necessary safeguard to protect the mentally ill, or is it a legal loophole that allows criminals to escape justice? In this episode of True Crime Never Sleeps , we explore: 🧠 The origins of the insanity defense —from ancient legal systems to the landmark M’Naghten Rule ⚖️ How different count...

Ted Kaczynski’s trial ended with a guilty plea that spared him the death penalty but ensured he would spend the rest of his life in the country’s most secure federal prison. But what happened after the courtroom doors closed? In this episode, we explore Kaczynski’s life behind bars at ADX Florence, his continued attempts to spread his ideology, and the complex legal and ethical questions surroundi...