True Crimecast

A classic childhood prank takes a terrifying turn in Naples, Florida, when 51-year-old John P. Albanos allegedly responds to a "ding-dong ditch" by chasing a group of children in his car. Jamie and John break down the Collier County Sheriff's Office report, detailing how an innocent bit of mischief escalated into an alleged vehicular assault. -- For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bo...

Sandra Birchmore's death was deemed a suicide, but her family never stopped fighting for answers. Now, new federal indictments have blown the case wide open, alleging murder and a calculated cover-up by a former police officer. Join us as we examine the critical new evidence that has transformed this investigation. What did the initial ruling miss, and what does this case reveal about the pursuit...

What starts as a simple honk on the road spirals into a terrifying home invasion in this disturbing episode of True Crimecast . When 30-year-old Seth Schlueter was honked at in Clermont County, Ohio, witnesses say he snapped—allegedly chasing the driver home, forcing his way inside, and assaulting her husband… all while bringing his own young children along. Jamie and John break down how this shoc...

On a quiet Sunday morning in Lexington, Kentucky, a routine traffic stop triggered a chain of events that would end in unimaginable violence. What followed was a deadly rampage that left three people dead—including the gunman—and three others critically injured. Among the victims were beloved members of a tight-knit church congregation, gunned down during a fellowship lunch. -- For early, ad free...

In 1985, a hunter made a gruesome discovery in Bear Brook State Park, unearthing a barrel containing the bodies of a woman and a young girl. Fifteen years later, another barrel was found nearby, holding the remains of two more young girls. All victims had died from blunt force trauma, and for years, their identities remained a mystery, captivating the small town of Allenstown, New Hampshire. -- Fo...

In a case that sounds more like science fiction than true crime, 52-year-old Michael Smith of North Carolina allegedly used artificial intelligence and streaming bots to steal over $10 million in music royalties. By creating fake songs with AI, inventing phony artists, and flooding platforms like Spotify and Apple Music with automated plays, Smith pulled off what prosecutors call the first crimina...

In 2009, nine women in Turkey thought they had landed the opportunity of a lifetime—starring roles on a new season of Big Brother . But what was promised as reality TV quickly turned into a disturbing nightmare. Isolated in a villa, stripped of contact with the outside world, and manipulated into performing for hidden cameras, these women weren’t contestants—they were captives. -- For early, ad fr...

In the summer of 1984, Alton Coleman and Debra Brown embarked on one of the most disturbing killing sprees in American history—spanning six states in just seven weeks. Their victims ranged in age, race, and gender, and their crimes were marked by brutality, manipulation, and randomness. What makes this case even more chilling is that Coleman and Brown were partners in both life and murder—becoming...

On the night of Saturday, June 21, 2025, Deputy Dalton Swanger responded to a shots-fired call that quickly escalated into a violent confrontation. Listen as they detail how Swanger and other deputies entered a wooded area, confronted a defiant suspect identified as 44-year-old Christopher Michael Hensley, and how Deputy Swanger sustained a severe head injury, believed to be from a rock or brick,...

Today's True Crime To-Go is a disturbing case out of Knoxville, Tennessee, that began with a welfare check on June 22, 2025. Hosts Jamie and John detail the horrifying discovery made by police: a man brutally assaulted, bound, and doused with bleach, while his 3-year-old stepdaughter and SUV were missing. The story escalates into a tense police chase, leading to the arrest of 19-year-old Charles C...

From 1962 to 1964, Boston was gripped by fear as the elusive Boston Strangler murdered 13 women in their homes, baffling police with no forced entry and varied victim profiles. This episode of True Crimecast delves into the chilling details of these crimes, the widespread panic they caused, and the controversial confession of Albert DeSalvo . The episode explores why this breakthrough still leaves...

This episode dives into the enduring mystery surrounding the 1975 disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa, one of America's most powerful and controversial labor leaders. From his humble beginnings to his rise as president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Hoffa's story is one of ambition, strategic organizing, and deep entanglement with organized crime. The episode explores the circumstances le...

From reality TV stars to federal inmates, the Chrisley family's legal saga took a stunning turn. Join Jamie and John on True Crimecast as they unpack the dramatic conviction of Todd and Julie Chrisley for bank fraud and tax evasion, their time behind bars, and the astonishing presidential pardon by Donald Trump that set them free years early. Was it justice served, or a celebrity reward? -- For ea...

It sounds sweet, but this crime is anything but. Jamie and John expose a sophisticated fraud ring out of Columbus, Ohio, that just cost the SNAP program millions. Discover how three indicted suspects—Ionut Bizga, Doina Bacelan, and Juan Hernandez—allegedly used cloned EBT cards to purchase massive quantities of candy and energy drinks, then smuggled them out of state. This isn't your typical heist...

UPDATE: Rachel's killer has been found and is awaiting sentencing. Find the original story and the updates in today's podcast. Rachel Morin was a wonderful mother, a loving sister and daughter, the life of the party, and she was great at making people laugh. On August 5th of 2023, Rachel went missing while out for a job on a popular trail in Bel Air, Maryland. The next day, her body was found near...

Jonathan "Cowboy Cody" Mason's story is wild! This mule riding, raccoon tossing, law breaker's story sounds like it is from the wild west. Cowboy Cody is sure to become a fan favorite of True Crime to Go!  -- For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon !    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec...

In the early hours of June 14, 2025, Minnesota was shaken by a series of coordinated, politically motivated shootings targeting elected officials. In this urgent and chilling episode, Jamie and John break down the timeline of events—starting with the attempted assassination of State Senator John Hoffman and the brutal double murder of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. The suspe...

In 2002, the nation was captivated by the disappearance and murder of Laci Peterson—a young, pregnant, white woman from California. But just months earlier, Evelyn Hernandez, a 24-year-old pregnant immigrant from El Salvador, also went missing under eerily similar circumstances. Her partial remains were later discovered in the same bay, and her 5-year-old son Alex has never been found. Why did one...

This episode explores the 1987 murder of Michelle Schofield and the wrongful conviction of her husband, Leo. Despite no physical evidence linking him to the crime, Leo was sentenced to life. Years later, fingerprints from the crime scene matched a convicted murderer who confessed to Michelle's killing. Despite the confession, courts repeatedly rejected it. The episode details the tireless efforts...

On this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John dive into the terrifying 2019 kidnapping spree that plagued the Chicago suburbs, orchestrated by ringleader Sedgwick Williams. The hosts break down how Williams and his co-conspirators, posing as law enforcement, carried out a series of violent abductions, home invasions, and extortions.  -- For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus c...

When Chris Matechan met Alyssa Dayvault at a costume shop in 2015, he never could have imagined the darkness that lay ahead. Their romance began like many others — slowly, unexpectedly — but behind Alyssa’s icy exterior was a chilling secret. Over the next few years, Chris would unknowingly share a home with a woman hiding devastating truths: not one, but two pregnancies concealed, and two newborn...

In Douglas, Georgia, the case of a 2006 murder victim, Doris Worrell had gone cold. However, police discovered that her murder allowed a romantic relationship to heat up between Doris' husband Jon ant their live-in nanny. After nearly 2 decades, police may have what they need to solve this mystery once and for all.  -- For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patre...

In this episode of True Crimecast , Jamie and John examine a high-stakes theft that feels like something straight out of a Hollywood script. When Jaythan Gilder walked into a Tiffany & Co. in Orlando posing as a sports agent, staff had no idea they were about to be victims of a bold heist. After grabbing over a million dollars in diamonds, Gilder fled—only to be captured days later in a traffic st...

Join us as we discuss the complex and tragic death of Jason Corbett. Hailing from Limerick, Ireland, Jason was a devoted father whose life took a devastating turn after the sudden passing of his first wife. Seeking help with his two young children, he hired American au pair Molly Martens, a decision that would ultimately lead to a whirlwind romance, a move to North Carolina, and a horrifying end t...

The Boston Marathon in 2013 will always be remembered for those who were there, or those who witnessed the events live on social media. For the first time in American history, The Boston Marathon bombing unfolded live on social media accounts from those at the scene of the crime. This led to federal investigators being able to work much faster in discovering who was behind this violent act of dome...