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In this 3-hour-long 200th episode, The Op shares the mic with 2-time Oscar-winning FX Artist and Creature Creator, Brian Wade! Join The Op as he fan-girls over Brian's 40+ year career in movie makeup and FX, lending his wizardry to amazing movie icons like The Demogorgon, The Terminator, The Thing, and many more... even Stuart Little :)Together, they land on Mersey Island, just off the Essex coast, northeast of London, connected to the mainland by a single strip of tarmac called the Strood — a causeway so low that twice a day the tide rolls in and swallows it whole. No bridge, no tunnel, no alternate route. It is the kind of tight, physically separated community where people know each other's cars, each other's dogs, each other's business, which is precisely why, when a quiet and well-liked local man was arrested in connection with a double murder, somewhere between thirty and forty of his neighbors immediately stepped forward to testify on his behalf. The lead investigator said she had never seen a number like that before in her career — not once — and that the gap between what the community believed about this man and what had actually been happening inside one house on the island is what the entire case runs on.The Op walks through all of it — the island, the family, the architecture of the deception, the fake personas and the voice recordings, the poisoning that lasted two years, the investigation that nearly pointed the wrong way, and the moment it didn't. He is joined, for the first time on a case episode, by a guest: two-time Oscar-winning effects artist Brian Wade, who rode every twist of this one in real time and made for the most memorable co-chair the Operator could have asked for on episode 200.Hugs ❤️----------------------------------------CREDITS:Narration – The OperatorResearch & writing – The OperatorCreative direction – The OperatorProduction – The OperatorIntro Music – The Operator...did we mention The Operator? 🙃----------------------------------------SOCIAL LINKS Website: https://www.1159media.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/911calls X: https://twitter.com/911CallsPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/911callspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@911callspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@911CallsPodcast 🪙🪙Patreon: https://patreon.com/1159media
She called for help. She gave them her exact coordinates. She told them she was scared. And they still couldn't find her. On February 27th, 2024, Amanda Nenigar called 911 after crashing her car in remote desert terrain near the California-Arizona border. In the hour-long call, she sounded confused and desperate as she attempted to describe the mountainous terrain where her vehicle had gotten stuck off the highway. The dispatcher instructed her to find her location using Google Maps — and she did. She gave him her coordinates. But law enforcement ended up searching for her 30 to 40 miles away from where her body was eventually found. Her 911 call had been dispatched to California — not Arizona — where she actually was. CHP units spent roughly five hours searching before concluding efforts that afternoon. She was not located that day. A mother of two, Amanda was last seen alive on February 28th in Blythe, California. About a week later, her car was found abandoned in the rural Arizona desert south of the small town of Cibola — the back of the vehicle resting on a large boulder, deep in terrain with no paved roads. Her body was found nearly a mile and a half from her car on March 29th — over a month after she first called for help. Investigators believe she had been attempting to find shade under a tree to escape the desert heat before she died. Her clothes were found scattered along the path she had walked. Her sister, Marissa, told reporters that Amanda even provided the correct GPS coordinates and still did not receive the help she desperately needed. "She did not have to die like this," Marissa said. "If they had listened to her 911 call and written down the coordinates, again, she would still be here with us." This is a case about a system that failed. A call that went to the wrong state. A woman who did everything right — and still didn't make it home. The Operator walks you through the full timeline, the 911 call itself, the search that ended too soon, and the family's fight for answers. "This is really scary," Amanda told the dispatcher. She had no idea how right she was. And because The Ope believes you should never leave an episode without at least one reason to smile... Happy Ending 🚨🐱🥓 We close out today with a call that has absolutely no business being as chaotic as it is. A man dials 911 — not because of a crime, not because of an emergency — but because his girlfriend cooked the bacon. His cat got involved. And now someone needs to answer for it. The Operator breaks down every glorious, unhinged second of this domestic dispute that law enforcement definitely did not sign up for, and somehow, somewhere, it ends on a high note for everyone. Even the cat. ==== Unlimited for $5... No more $18 VIP pricing. For $5, supporters get everything we have to offer - every podcast, live backdoor access to watch us record, video episodes, uncut episodes, all of our PLUS podcasts, early and ad-free, and more. Support 11:59 Media's vision to build our great creators. Visit 11:59 Media on Patreon https://patreon.com/1159media to sign up now. Start your support, and access everything you've been missing.
This is the case of the first-ever-recorded death by a black bear in the state of Florida. It's a first that stirs up so much controversy... even the bears decided to back off! Thanks to the sponsor of this episode, Newspapers.com Join the growing number of 11:59 sleuths who are using Newspapers.com to hunt down and submit cases for me to cover on the show! Get started by visiting 1159media.com/newspapers /1159media.com/newspapers and signing up using code 911Calls for 20% off during checkout. Your next find could be a featured episode of the show!
This is the second of a 2-part bonus of the entire series of the interrogation of Sarah Buzzard, convicted of the killing and dismemberment of Ryan Zimmerman.Thanks to the sponsor of this episode, http://Newspapers.comJoin the growing number of 11:59 sleuths who are using http://Newspapers.com to hunt down and submit cases for me to cover on the show! Get started by visiting http://1159media.com/newspapers and signing up using code 911Calls for 20% off during checkout. Your next find could be a featured episode of the show!
This is the first of a 2-part bonus of the entire series of the interrogation of Sarah Buzzard, convicted of the killing and dismemberment of Ryan Zimmerman. Thanks to the sponsor of this episode, Newspapers.com Join the growing number of 11:59 sleuths who are using Newspapers.com to hunt down and submit cases for me to cover on the show! Get started by visiting 1159media.com/newspapers /1159media.com/newspapers and sign up using code 911Calls for 20% off during checkout. Your next find could be a featured episode of the show!
On this episode, The Op hits the frigid fringes of an Ohio county where the case of Ryan Zimmerman thaws after years as a cold case. It's the case of four tangled souls, all seeking direction; sometimes together, most often apart. This episode was sponsored by and made possible by resources from newspapers.com. Check them out for yourself. Dive into historical cold cases, look up the history of your family and friends, and see the news as it is printed - before it started being deleted online. Get 20% off your membership when you visit https://1159media.com/newspapers and use code 911Calls at checkout. Hugs ❤️
The Op explores the tragic case of Mariam Abdulrab, who was murdered by a repeat sex offender, Demarcus Brinkley, after he was released without proper monitoring due to bureaucratic backlogs. And in the Happy Ending, we meet Tammy. Tammy doesn't have any pants on. Arrest is inevitable 😆 Ad-free episodes on Patreon: https://patreon.com/1159media
The Op hopes you're comfy. Because this is a long, wild ride. Gary Michael Hilton, or as he likes to call himself, "The Beast of Blood Mountain," is captured in pristine police CCTV quality, explaining all of his heinous acts during a marathon interrogation that lasted over 4 hours! Watch the entire thing here. Hugs? ❤️THE OP IS GIVING AWAY 30 DAYS OF FREE, UNLIMITED PATREON. JUST EMAIL HIM FOR THE LINK: info@1159media.com
In this Bodycam Bonus, The Op takes a short trip down felony lane with a couple who can't seem to make heads or tails of who was driving, who's to blame, and whether being a doctor gives you a free pass to just go home. From lasting impressions to impressive last names, this bonus has it all. Hugs ❤️ THE OP IS GIVING AWAY 30 DAYS OF FREE, UNLIMITED PATREON. JUST EMAIL HIM FOR THE LINK: info@1159media.com
In this bodycam bonus, The Operator presses play on the dark-time delusions of a bikini-clad woman and her exposure to a police officer with the patience of Job. It's hilarious - full of unexpected run-ins, runaways, and ridiculousness. Hugs ❤️THE OP IS GIVING AWAY 30 DAYS OF FREE, UNLIMITED PATREON. JUST EMAIL HIM FOR THE LINK: info@1159media.com
On this nightmare walk, The Operator takes us through several national forests and forces our eyes and earballs onto the gruesome scenes committed by a true National Forest serial killer, Gary Michael Hilton.And in the Happy Ending, a missing toddler is... well, it's a Happy Ending... so good things happen for the toddler :) Email The Op at info@1159media.comHugs ❤️
EPISODE 01 OF LASTERDAY NEWS - MAN SHOT BY POLICE. WRONG ADDRESS. New, weekly content on the 911 feed! On this maiden voyage episode of Lasterday News, The Operator brings you a breaking story about a man who was shot by police after they arrived at the wrong house, due to a faulty address via the 911 dispatch service. Hang on as The Op reveals footage from the scene, from the man's holey leg 😱 and the latest in this crazy case. LASTERYDAY NEWS IS... The Operator's offering to bring you some of the latest, breaking news that whizzes by his head as he researches other, deep-dive episodes. Stories that are newsworthy, timely, and might have a "to be continued" sense to them. If you like The Operator, news, and really cool photoshopped caricatures of The Operator (see the video thumbnails... he puts a lot of time into them... maybe too much time?), then you'll love this! MORE EPISODES. NO PATREON NEEDED! Subscribe to the 911 Calls premium channel on Spotify now! Click the link below, or look for any content in the feed with the 🔒 icon to start listening! SUBSCRIBE NOW! https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/911callspod/subscribe
The Operator delves into the case of teenager Julia Egler, and the horrific double-murder she committed against her own mother and her mother's boyfriend. Julia, a teenager whose struggles with identity and family dynamics culminated in a shocking act of violence. The case explores the complexities of their relationships, the events leading up to the incident, and the subsequent legal proceedings.The Happy Ending lands us in a crashed car, and then a tangle of trees, and then jail. It's quite a ride! Hugs ❤️ HATE PATREON, BUT WANT MORE 911? We have unlocked a new Spotify subscription channel that gives you extra episodes of 911 Calls without ever leaving the player! Click on this link or any of the episodes with the 🔒 icon to start listening! https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/911callspod/subscribe
WANT EXCLUSIVE EPISODES & CONTENT? 👇👇👇👇 🤩SUBSCRIBE 🤩 https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/911callspod/subscribe https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/911callspod/subscribe ON THIS EPISODE: The Operator sheds light on the dark nooks and crannies of the case of an inebriated, decorated, diploma'd, professored, stalker with access to deep databases. Watch the twists and turns that turned this officially despicable official who terrorizes the lives of everyone close to the one thing he can't have: his ex. And on the Happy Ending, who will win? A seasoned police officer? Or a spicy, pumped-up poultry?
In this episode, The Operator delves into a chilling true crime story centered around the Hawkins family in Colerain Township, Ohio. Power, control, and domestic abuse are all bound up in this tragic case. Particularly focusing on the financial control exerted by Jeffrey Hawkins over his wife, Joanne. The episode highlights the events leading up to a tragic 911 call, the subsequent legal proceedings, and the emotional impact on Joanne's family.
On this episode, The Op dives into the entitled world of some little trust-fund turds and their gang of miscreants... and the murder they committed 😱 What happens when rich kids murder in groups and their parents try and let them get away with it? And in the Happy Ending, The Op revisits one of his favorite COPS TV segments; a prostitute... with standards? Get Unlimited Patreon for $5: https://patreon.com/1159media
The Operator digs into the case of a Minnesota State Senator who ended up deciding her authority entitles her to burglarize a home in the name of... caretaking? Nicole Mitchell went from weathergirl, to senator, to villain... wearing the entire look-book of a vaudeville burglar to boot! In the Happy Ending, we meet the sweetest old lady who has ever had a restraining order placed on her. This one is weird, then hilarious, then weird again... then hilarious. Enjoy! Hugs.
This episode delves into the tragic story of Angela Pritchard, a victim of domestic violence, and the failures of law enforcement in a small town. It explores the dynamics of small-town life, the impact of restraining orders, and the consequences of neglecting domestic abuse cases. The narrative highlights the systemic issues that allow such tragedies to occur and the ongoing fight for justice by Angela's family.And the Happy Ending brings us an adorable tale of a little boy with Autism, named Teddy, who saves his mum from a seizure by remembering a song that she taught him. ❤️
In the heart of Hot Springs National Park, a bustling tourist haven in Arkansas, a routine Sunday afternoon erupts into chaos when 31-year-old Jonathan Allen Scott strides down Central Avenue, shotgun in hand, murmuring to himself and claiming to be a Secret Service agent. As panicked 911 calls flood in, officers race to confront the armed man amid crowds of vacationers—but what begins as a tense standoff spirals into a deadly shootout, leaving an officer, his loyal K9 partner, and Scott himself wounded in a hail of bullets and ricocheting shrapnel. Delve into the gripping true story of that fateful July day in 2019, exploring Scott's troubled past riddled with arrests, probation violations, and untreated mental health struggles—from minor misdemeanors to assaults on law enforcement. Hear from witnesses who tried to help, local shop owners shaken by the violence, and the officers who faced unimaginable danger. Uncover how a federal investigation led to Scott's 20-year prison sentence, and reflect on the broader questions of mental illness, gun access, and the split-second decisions that define life-or-death encounters. And on the Happy Ending, a woman is convinced that her "medicine" can only be taken orally... using a syringe, keystered away in a... private place. Support the show: https://patreon.com/1159media
Things get out of control on this episode. The Operator shares the story of the Coffland family, and the horrible husband who darkened more than just the family doorstep. And the Happy Ending is weird enough that The Op is making a full bonus episode out of it! LIKE THE POD? GIVE ME A REVIEW. I APPRECIATE THEM ALL: https://ratethispodcast.com/911 GET EPISODES EARLY AND AD-FREE. SUPPORT US AT: http://patreon.com/159media
In this emotionally charged episode, The Operator lets the air out of the murder-by-strangulation committed by mother, Rotesha Silveus, against her own daughter. In the Happy Ending, he covers a cliffhanger of a basketball game that ended up with one girl at fault... or maybe more appropriately... on a fault? GET 7 DAYS OF FREE FULL-FEATURED ACCESS TO NEWSPAPERS .COMVisit: https://1159media.com/newspapers SUPPORT 11:59 MEDIA'S VISION TO FIND AND BUILD NEW CREATORS: https://patreon.com/1159media
On this episode, The Op gets his hands deep inside the story of a well-respected OBGYN and the brutal murder of his wife. And the Happy Ending, you'll be cheering for the shrimp. Hugs. ❤️ Get episodes early and ad-free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/1159media
https://patreon.com/1159media On this episode, The Operator coughs up a tale of a cough syrup criminal who thinks his overdosing dopey demeanor will duck him out of a murder charge. And on the happy ending, two roommates duke it out over some feline farts and crap cat scat. Hugs. ❤️
11:59 MEDIA HAS MADE A BIG (RISKY) CHANGE. No more $18 VIP pricing. For $5, supporters get everything we have to offer - every podcast, live backdoor access to watch us record, video episodes, uncut episodes, all of our PLUS podcasts, early and ad-free, and more. Support 11:59 Media's vision to build our great creators. Visit 11:59 MEDIA ON PATREON https://patreon.com/1159media https://patreon.com/1159media to sign up now. Start your support, and access everything you've been missing. On this episode, who knew a neighborhood HOA could lead to murder? Well, a little retirement community in Florida found out. And a birthmother wants DNA to prove her baby... is hers?
In this episode, The Op sings to you 😐 and he covers the case of a consistent symphony of failures that led to a tragedy. And in the Happy Ending, we encounter a toddler with trouser trouble. We love our supporters! Become one, and get a crap-ton of more episodes: https://patreon.com/1159media
Mental Health, mansions, mysteries and... Mark. That's the mixture of mentions here in this melodrama that takes place in a Las Vegas town. And in the happy ending, we have a toddler who kicks it up a notch when mommy takes something that wasn't theirs. AD-FREE EPISODES, HOURS OF EXTRA 911 CALLS CONTENT EACH WEEK, EXCLUSIVE MERCH, AND EARLY ACCESS TO ALL OF THE 11:59 MEDIA PODCASTS. START ACCESSING HUNDREDS OF ADDITIONAL HOURS! VISIT 11:59 PLUS https://1159media.com OR HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/1159MEDIA https://www.patreon.com/1159media
On this episode, The Operator covers a case of a trial by fire that spanned more than 14 years - a case of mishaps, missed evidence, and miserable legal work. In the Happy Ending, we see how many times the police will tolerate a small bladder. Hugs. ❤️ AD-FREE EPISODES, HOURS OF EXTRA 911 CALLS CONTENT EACH WEEK, EXCLUSIVE MERCH, AND EARLY ACCESS TO ALL OF THE 11:59 MEDIA PODCASTS. START ACCESSING HUNDREDS OF ADDITIONAL HOURS! VISIT 11:59 PLUS https://1159media.com OR HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/1159MEDIA https://www.patreon.com/1159media
182 - Boo-Dreaux • Aligetter In this episode, The Operator heads to Vegas - a town near Pahrump, Nevada. He covers the call and case of a man and his unwanted, wanted lover, guest, and trespasser… all in one fateful night. And on the Happy Ending, alligators and wrestlers. Who will win? Hugs. ❤️ AD-FREE EPISODES, AND HOURS OF EXTRA 911 CALLS CONTENT EACH WEEK, EXCLUSIVE MERCH, AND EARLY ACCESS TO ALL OF THE 11:59 MEDIA PODCASTS. START ACCESSING HUNDREDS OF ADDITIONAL HOURS! VISIT 11:59 PLUS https://1159media.com OR HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/1159MEDIA https://www.patreon.com/1159media
In this episode, The Operator discloses the case of a woman who has Walter on the brain, and Walter has bad things in his. And the Happy Ending reminds us that alcohol is not a brain-enhancer. And for those who are sharing this episode with a friend or enemy, here are the message options you can choose from to really impress the recipients: Message option 1:Dear [insert the person or person’s name], I am sending you this because I know you are lonely. You haven’t laughed in a while. And the guy that does this podcast inappropriately named the anonymous daughters of the victim in this episode “Sixteenia, and Twelvarbara.” That is their ages, and he didn’t know their names, and he thought that would be a creative way to address them. I also think that you will find this morbidly funny. And since you are low on friends, the host of this show will quickly become your new virtual best friend. Reply back when you’ve listened to the episode, and also let me know if I can borrow $5. Message Option 2:There is a secret code phrase in this episode that you have to find in order to save my life. I’m being held hostage by an older woman who refuses to wear a bra. It’s weird. I feel uncomfortable. Please listen to this episode and find the secret message. When you hear the secret code phrase, reply to this text and tell me what it is. The lady says that she will let me go - as free as her chest-twins. I hope she does. It’s all up to you now. Hugs. ❤️
In this episode, The Operator shares the tragic tale of a couple who found love in a van, who lived in a van, and who had it all fall apart… in a van. From skin-piercing to heart-piercing, this tragic story of life on the road comes to a screeching halt. Hugs. ❤️ AD-FREE EPISODES, AND HOURS OF EXTRA 911 CALLS CONTENT EACH WEEK, EXCLUSIVE MERCH, AND EARLY ACCESS TO ALL OF THE 11:59 MEDIA PODCASTS. START ACCESSING HUNDREDS OF ADDITIONAL HOURS! VISIT 11:59 PLUS https://1159media.com OR HTTPS://WWW.PATREON.COM/1159MEDIA https://www.patreon.com/1159media
