Killer Bites

On Christmas Day, 1929, what should have been a day of joy and family togetherness turned into one of the darkest chapters in North Carolina’s history. Charles Lawson, a seemingly ordinary tobacco farmer, took his wife Fannie and their seven children into town for an unusual treat—brand-new clothes and a formal family portrait. At the time, this was seen as a luxury that poor farming families rare...

When Derek and Maria Broaddus bought their dream home in the quiet, upscale town of Westfield, New Jersey, they thought they’d found the perfect place to raise their three kids. But before they could even move in, their lives spiraled into a nightmare. Anonymous letters started arriving—signed only by “The Watcher.” The writer claimed to be keeping a close eye on the family, detailing eerie observ...

In September 1988, 7-year-old Jaclyn Dowaliby vanished from her bedroom in Midlothian, Illinois, in the middle of the night. Her mother reported her missing early that morning, and just days later, her body was discovered in a field — sparking one of the most controversial child murder cases of the late 1980s. At first, suspicion fell on her stepfather, David Dowaliby, after a neighbor with a hist...

In January 2013, the body of 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was found rolled up in a gym mat inside his high school. At first, investigators ruled it a tragic accident—claiming he had fallen in while reaching for a pair of sneakers. But the story didn’t sit right with Kendrick’s family. The more they looked into the details, the more disturbing questions arose: Why were there inconsistencies in the...

In June 2002, the quiet life of 14-year-old Elizabeth Smart was shattered in the most terrifying way imaginable. While the rest of her family slept, a stranger crept into her bedroom, pressed a knife to her throat, and forced her into the night with one chilling warning: Stay silent or your family dies. What followed was nine long months of captivity, control, and manipulation that pushed Elizabet...

Seventeen-year-old Kelsey Smith was just running a quick errand at Target, picking up an anniversary gift for her boyfriend. But as she walked back to her car, her night—and her life—was stolen in an instant. What seemed like a safe suburban shopping trip turned into a nightmare when Edwin Hall, a man with a dark past, snatched her in broad daylight. Within hours, her disappearance gripped Kansas,...

In this episode of Killer Bites , we dive into one of the most infamous unsolved disappearances in college history: Kristin Smart . A bright, ambitious student at Cal Poly, Kristin vanished in 1996 after attending a frat party—and to this day, her whereabouts remain a mystery. What really happened that night? And why did authorities fail to investigate her disappearance for decades properly? We br...

In this episode, we dive into one of New York’s strangest and most haunting crime stories—the brutal axe attack on Peter and Joan Porco. Late one night in 2004, the couple was viciously assaulted in their own home. What makes this case so unbelievable is what happened next: Peter, mortally wounded, somehow got up the next morning, made breakfast, and even began his routine before finally collapsin...

In 1990, 15-year-old twins Jeannette and Dannette Millbrook walked out of their Augusta, Georgia neighborhood and were never seen again. But what’s most disturbing isn’t just their disappearance—it’s how law enforcement handled it. The original detective on the case was criticized for dismissing leads, mishandling evidence, and ultimately closing the file far too quickly. For decades, the twins’ f...

Where is Morgan Nick? One summer day in 1995, a six-year-old girl named Morgan Nick was taken out to a ballgame by her mom. After finally getting permission to go play around in a sandy spot by the parking lot with some friends, Morgan Nick went missing. No one’s really sure what happened or why but over 25 years later, Morgan Nick’s disappearance remains a mystery. Where is Morgan Nick?

In 1933, two maids turned killers in one of France’s most infamous crimes. Christine and Léa Papin were inseparable sisters, working in service to a wealthy family in Le Mans. But one stormy night, the pair erupted into a frenzy of violence, brutally murdering their employer’s wife and daughter in a way so gruesome it left the nation horrified. Why did they do it? Was it deep resentment, years of...

How far would you go for a handful of cash? On November 15, 1959, Perry Smith and Edward Hickock stormed into the Clutter family home chasing a rumor of hidden riches. What they found wasn’t a safe stuffed with money—but a family they executed in cold blood. For years, the killers slipped through the cracks, until a shocking break in 1965 brought the case crashing down. This chilling story didn’t...

Hey Killer Bites fam! Today, Mack dives into one of the most chilling true crime stories ever told—the disturbing case of John List. On November 9th, 1971, the devout and seemingly mild-mannered Lutheran father turned into a cold-blooded killer, wiping out his entire family in their New Jersey mansion. Facing mounting debt and the shame of unemployment, List decided the only “solution” was to murd...

On January 11th, 2013, the body of 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was discovered inside a rolled-up gym mat at his high school in Valdosta, Georgia. Authorities initially ruled his death an accident, claiming he’d fallen inside while reaching for a shoe. But as disturbing details began to surface — missing organs, conflicting autopsy reports, and allegations of a cover-up — Kendrick’s family became...

Pam Hupp might be one of the most cold-blooded women in true crime history. From luring a man with brain damage to his death, to the suspicious fall of her own mother, to the murder of her best friend—Pam’s twisted web of lies fooled police for years. In this episode of Killer Bites , we break down the disturbing details of her crimes, her unbelievable manipulation tactics, and how she managed to...

On this episode of Killer Bites , we're diving into one of Mexico's most shocking serial killer cases — El Mataviejitas , or The Little Old Lady Killer . In the early 2000s, someone was murdering elderly women across Mexico City, leaving entire neighborhoods gripped with fear. The victims? Grandmothers. Sweet, defenseless abuelitas. And what stunned the public most was the killer's ide...

On March 7, 2015, 17-year-old Ashlee Martinson—known to her online followers as Vampchick —did something unthinkable. After years of living under the control of an abusive stepfather and a mother who refused to protect her, Ashlee reached a breaking point. When her latest attempt to escape was stopped, she picked up a shotgun—and her life changed forever. Ashlee wasn’t just any teen. She was drawn...

Hey, y'all! In this deeply disturbing (and honestly stomach-turning) episode of What is Wrong With the World , we're diving into the twisted mind of Nathaniel Bar-Jonah — the convicted predator, suspected killer, and yes… alleged cannibal. Bar-Jonah wasn’t just any creep. This man was throwing backyard cookouts around the same time his supposed victims were vanishing — and let’s just say t...

In this episode of Killer Bites , we unravel the eerie legend of Hotel Barclay — one of Los Angeles’ most infamous and possibly cursed hotels. Built in 1896, it was once a glamorous spot for travelers, but over the decades, it became a magnet for crime, tragedy, and mystery. From unexplained deaths to suicides, disappearances, and violent crimes, the walls of Hotel Barclay have seen more than thei...

In 1978, 15-year-old Mary Vincent accepted a ride from a stranger while trying to make her way home. What followed was a harrowing experience that would test her strength in unimaginable ways. Left alone and severely injured in a remote canyon, Mary didn’t just survive — she made history by helping bring her attacker to justice. In this episode of Killer Bites , we explore the case that shocked th...

In this gripping episode of Killer Bites , we revisit the haunting disappearance of 18-year-old Natalee Holloway, who vanished while on her high school graduation trip to Aruba in 2005. What was meant to be a celebratory vacation turned into an international mystery that captured headlines for years. We dive into the final known hours of Natalee's life, her encounter with Joran van der Sloot,...

Today on Killer Bites, we're diving into one of Italy’s most disturbing true crime cases — the chilling story of Leonarda Cianciulli, better known as The Soap-Maker of Correggio . A seemingly harmless fortune teller and soap shop owner, Leonarda held a dark secret: behind the walls of her home, she murdered three women and used their remains to craft soap and bake tea cakes. Yes, you read that...

Today on Killer Bites, we dive into the chilling and heartbreaking story of Elisabeth Fritzl — a woman whose life was shattered by unimaginable abuse. For over two decades, Elisabeth was imprisoned in a hidden basement built by her father, Josef Fritzl. Locked away from the world for 24 years, she endured relentless physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. During her captivity, Elisabeth gave birth...

In this video, we explore the disturbing case of Deanna Laney, a Texas mother who killed two of her children and severely injured the third after claiming to have received instructions from God. We delve into the evidence presented in court, the M'Naghten Rule, and how Laney ultimately avoided jail time despite being found guilty of murder. We also discuss her release from a state mental hospi...

In 2008, the murder of 14-year-old Jaime Gough shook the Miami community and left the nation grappling with the terrifying reality of teenage violence. Jaime, a quiet, friendly, and well-liked teenager, was senselessly killed by a classmate in a brutal and shocking act that would forever change the lives of his family and friends. Jaime’s death occurred in the halls of his middle school, a place t...