True Crime with Rachel Shannon

On November 4th, 2025, first responders were called to assist 7-year-old Casper O'Brien, who had suddenly become unresponsive. Upon arrival, they encountered a home in horrific condition, leading to the discovery that Casper had been hidden from the outside world. This true crime case delves into the shocking events surrounding Casper's situation and the evidence that resulted in his parents being...

In this video, we explore the murder case of Jared Bridegan, examining the circumstances surrounding the crime, potential suspects, and the latest developments in the investigation. UPDATE: This case is about to reach its climax. Fernandez’s trial begins this month, and Gardner’s follows immediately after. Both face first-degree murder charges and potential life sentences. #truecrime #truecrimecom...

On an October morning in Galveston, Texas, a passerby discovered a 17-month-old baby girl unresponsive on the sidewalk outside a beachfront hotel. First responders found her alone, with no parent present. Investigators uncovered troubling details, including surveillance footage, physical evidence, and witness statements, all leading to one suspect: the person meant to protect her. This video explo...

This true crime case examines the controversial shooting death of Peter Spencer, a Jamaican immigrant who was killed during a camping trip in rural Pennsylvania. Investigators concluded the shooter acted in self-defense after an armed confrontation, and no criminal charges were filed. However, Spencer's family strongly disputes that conclusion, arguing the evidence tells a different story and cont...

In this video, we explore the case of Kent Heitholt's murder and the accusations against Ryan and Charles. UPDATE: Both men convicted of this murder were almost certainly innocent — one exonerated and awarded nearly $49 million, the other paroled after 18 years. But Kent Heitholt's murder remains unsolved 25 years later, with his family still waiting for real justice. #TrueCrime #KentHeitholt #Pod...

On May 14, 2017, Lewis Bennett, 42, a dual citizen of Australia and the UK, and his wife Isabella Hellman, 41, a Delray Beach real estate agent, departed Cuba on their catamaran Surf Into Summer during a belated honeymoon. At around 8 p.m., Bennett had Hellman take over the helm for a night watch without requiring her to wear a life jacket, harness, or personal locator beacon. He claims he woke up...

In a seemingly ordinary parking lot, a car pulls in and leaves within seconds. Hours later, a faint sound from a nearby dumpster leads to a shocking discovery of an abandoned baby. This video delves into the subsequent investigation and the unsettling truths that emerged through intense questioning. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices....

Connie Dadkhah tried to warn the police about her stalker. And then he murdered her. Was this all preventable? UPDATE: On April 28, 2026, Chambers was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for second-degree murder, plus an additional two years for false imprisonment, to be served consecutively. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Maddox Williams, born 11 weeks premature, tragically did not survive the very people meant to protect him. His life was mired in instability and chaos, with numerous warnings about his safety. Despite concerns, he was returned to his mother's care, who had previously expressed disdain for him. In June 2021, after suffering severe injuries, Maddox was admitted to the hospital under suspicious circu...

In this video, we discuss the tragic case of Alexis Crawford, a Clark Atlanta student who filed a sexual assault report shortly before her disappearance. UPDATE: a case stuck in legal limbo. Both defendants remain charged but untried after six years of pretrial legal battles. National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 #AlexisCrawford #TrueCrime #JusticeForAlexis #SexualAssaultAwareness Learn...

In this video, I talk about the devastating murder of Mirna Salihin. The fact that she poisoned her in public and could just sit there and watch. Something about that just makes my stomach churn. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A night meant for reunion among lifelong friends turned into a horrifying act of violence on January 7th. After heavy drinking, tensions escalated when one friend told the only woman in the group she should be in the kitchen baking scones. This led Corbie Walpole to threaten to set her friend Jake Loader on fire, a threat that tragically became reality, leaving him in agony. In this true crime cas...

In today's video, we explore Ronald's case, drawing on insights from a range of credible sources including Crime and Investigation, various newspapers, historical articles, Globe and Mail, Boss Hunting, Macleans, History Daily, Medium Crimebeat, and local press articles about notorious killers. #RonaldCase #TrueCrime #NotoriousKillers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The case inspired legislation in Maryland to eliminate diminution credits (The Pava Marie LaPere Act) for first-degree sex offenders. Billingsley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder of LaPere, as well as the attack on Hurley and Gilmore. He was sentenced to three life sentences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathleen Moore, known as "Kit Kat," was 34, working as a bartender/waitress, and pursuing a phlebotomy degree to become a nurse. She was last seen spending time with her best friend Nikki and her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Colin Knapp... UPDATE: The case is fully resolved. Collin Knapp is serving life in prison for the first-degree murder of Kathleen. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-79...

A middle-aged man paid over $11,000 for an extreme fetish encounter, leading to his death shortly after. This case has ignited a debate about consent, personal responsibility, and the legal boundaries surrounding dangerous sexual activities that end in tragedy. We explore the case of Michaela Rylaarsdam, an OnlyFans creator and escort, who became the center of a homicide investigation following th...

In this heartbreaking true crime case I examine the murder of Elias Otero, a young man who lost his life while trying to protect his family during a violent kidnapping and robbery. After his brother was lured into a trap through social media, armed suspects forced their way to the family's home. When Elias confronted them in an effort to save his brother, he was fatally shot. Investigators later u...

When 9-month-old Preston Davey was placed with his adoptive parents, it seemed like a happy ending. However, behind closed doors, a dark reality unfolded. After months of suffering, investigators uncovered details about the tragic treatment Preston faced in his final four months, which were so horrific that even seasoned officers deemed it the worst case they had ever encountered. This true crime...

Those around Kristen began to notice alarming patterns of deaths linked to her work schedule, leading to an urgent effort to conceal her actions as police started to unveil the truth. Special thanks to "Perfect Poison: A Female Serial Killer's Deadly Medicine" by M. William Phelps. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Kristen Gilbert was a respected nurse whose shifts coincided with a troubling number of patient deaths, leading colleagues to suspect there might be foul play involved. Initially dismissed as coincidences, the rising death toll raised significant concern among her peers. This video explores the potential dark truths behind these alarming events. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #sol...

This is the case of Rebecca Bliefnick. Today, we delve into the Pike County massacre trial and the events surrounding it. The focus is on the testimonies and pivotal moments in the court proceedings, as well as the timeline of the tragic Rhoden family murders. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On what should have been an ordinary Friday night, 14-year-old Scarlett Vickers was spending time with her parents in their home in Durham, England. A playful joke quickly turned into a nightmare when paramedics found Scarlett lying on the floor, covered in blood from a stab wound to her chest. Her father claims it was a freak accident, but the investigation revealed a more sinister scenario. Did...

Elly Warren was a 20-year-old woman with a passion for adventure. During her six-week trip in a country she loved, her tragically discovered body on November 9, 2016, raised many questions. Found partially nude, with her clothes torn, the circumstances surrounding her death have led to speculation about a possible cover-up, as local police have refused to investigate. UPDATE: The case remains unso...

We delve into the tragic story surrounding the Careaga family, focusing on the quadruple homicide that rocked Kitsap County. UPDATE: The case is now fully resolved. On April 5, 2024, all three suspects were found guilty of four counts of first-degree premeditated murder, four counts of first-degree murder, attempted murder, and first-degree arson. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #s...

Two teenage best friends, Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas, set out for an evening ride to get boba tea in Cranford, New Jersey, but tragically both girls lost their lives. Initially believed to be a hit-and-run accident, investigations uncovered a complex story of months of stalking, harassment, and threats against one of the victims. The suspect went live on social media the day after the crash t...