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Michelle Martinko was a victim of a tragic crime that occurred in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on December 19, 1979. The case remained unsolved for nearly four decades until advancements in DNA technology led to the identification and conviction of Jerry Lynn Burns for her murder. The case of Jerry Lynn Burns highlights a complex intersection of privacy rights and law enforcement's use of modern technology in criminal investigations. The Iowa Supreme Court's decision underscores a legal precedent that discarded items are not protected under the Fourth Amendment, which guards against unreasonable searches and seizures. This ruling aligns with previous court decisions that have determined once an individual throws something away, they forfeit any expectation of privacy over the discarded item. However, Burns' argument about the invisibility of DNA and the need for specialized analysis to obtain a DNA profile raises important questions about the extent of privacy individuals can expect over their genetic information, even when it is left in a public place. The court's decision reflects the ongoing debate over privacy in the age of DNA testing and forensic advancements, balancing the rights of individuals with the needs of law enforcement to solve crimes. You can contribute to the show via the Venmo app with my username @bill-huffman-3. SOURCES: www.evergreenpodcasts.com/who-killed https://youtu.be/vfb8BXB5O3s https://iowacoldcases.org/case-summaries/michelle-martinko/ https://www.thegazette.com/crime-courts/jerry-burns-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-michelle-martinko-in-1979/ https://www.thegazette.com/crime-courts/jerry-burns-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-michelle-martinko-in-1979/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1zVT3lS6hs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tp4EfCTgwz0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRkjjJDOpzU https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2018/12/20/michelle-martinko-cold-case-cedar-rapids-iowa-ia-jerry-burns-manchester-arrest-murder-dna-homicide/2377189002/ https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2019/12/19/jerry-burns-michelle-martinko-accused-1979-iowa-killing/2702680001/ https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2019/04/15/michelle-martinko-jerry-burns-suspect-murder-homicide-cedar-rapids-iowa-dna-parabon-labs-cold-case/3476459002/ https://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/public-safety/michelle-martinko-murder-cedar-rapids-1979-arrest-made-cold-case-cedar-rapids-gazette-archive-articles-12202018 https://www.thegazette.com/crime-courts/what-we-know-key-moments-in-the-michelle-martinko-cold-case-murder-investigation/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/87432449/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/87432352/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/87431852/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/87431750/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/87432697/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/87430401/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/26391312/des-moines-tribune/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The case of Riley Strain, a University of Missouri student, has captured widespread attention following his mysterious disappearance and subsequent death. Riley Strain was reported missing after a night out with friends in Nashville on March 8, 2024. His disappearance led to an extensive search that ended tragically when his body was discovered in the Cumberland River two weeks later. The initial autopsy suggested that Strain's death was accidental, with no signs of trauma from weapons. However, the Strain family, seeking further clarity, ordered a second private autopsy. This decision came amid puzzling circumstances surrounding the discovery of Riley's body, which was found without pants, boots, and wallet. The absence of water in his lungs, a common indicator of drowning, further complicated the narrative and prompted the family to seek additional tests. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKS2akwLe-c&list=RDNSMVfeEjEtE3k&index=6 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join us as we dive into the tragic case of the Lake Waco murders that occurred in 1982. The episode explores the controversial details surrounding the case, including questions about forced confessions and the possibility of the wrong individual being executed. With twists and turns, listeners will uncover the unsettling story of three teenagers - Raylene Rice, Jill Montgomery, and Kenneth - whose lives were cut short in a horrifying summer tragedy. Tune in to unravel the mysteries of this haunting case. Texas Monthly Careless Whispers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join us as we dive into the tragic case of the Lake Waco murders that occurred in 1982. The episode explores the controversial details surrounding the case, including questions about forced confessions and the possibility of the wrong individual being executed. With twists and turns, listeners will uncover the unsettling story of three teenagers - Raylene Rice, Jill Montgomery, and Kenneth - whose lives were cut short in a horrifying summer tragedy. Tune in to unravel the mysteries of this haunting case. Texas Monthly Careless Whispers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Riley Strain's family has requested the United Cajun Navy's assistance to enhance the organization of their search operations. The United Cajun Navy, a volunteer-driven nonprofit established during Hurricane Katrina, is known for its disaster response efforts. David Flagg, UCN's Director of Operations, has announced that the search for Strain along the Cumberland River will intensify starting Tuesday or Wednesday. The team calls on individuals conducting independent searches to coordinate under the UCN's comprehensive search plan. Flagg has indicated that a systematic and well-planned ground search will be organized shortly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ANzcWs3JPI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is the press conference the Sheriff’s Office press conference to be held on Friday, November 4, at 9 a.m., at our main office, located at 215 SW Adams Avenue in Hillsboro. Investigators will provide an update on the 1974 murders of 16-year-old Donald Bartron and 18-year-old Peter Zito, Jr. The Sheriff’s Office will be joined by Peter Zito’s sister. Washington County Sheriff's Office Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Portland Police Bureau Cold Case Unit will be reinstated thanks to a grant. In 2004, PPB formed a Cold Case Unit to use technological advances to review and investigate unsolved homicides dating back to the 1960s. Over the next 18 years, the Cold Case Unit reviewed more than 270 cases, clearing more than 50 of them. More than 30 individuals were charged with homicide-related crimes. In 2022, the Cold Case Unit was disbanded due to the reallocation of resources in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, civil unrest, unprecedented retirements and resignations, and exponential increases in both homicides and gun-related crimes. In 2023, PPB applied for and received a grant through the National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI). The $2.5 million grant will fund four detectives and provide $300,000 for advanced testing, including Forensic Genetic Genealogy (FGG). The Cold Case Unit will review not only unsolved homicides but also unsolved missing persons cases and unsolved violent crimes, such as robberies and assaults. “I feel very fortunate that we’re able to bring back the Cold Case Unit,” Chief Bob Day said. Clearing unsolved cases will hopefully provide some closure for victims’ families. Work in this space can also reduce crime by apprehending prolific violent offenders.” With hundreds of unsolved cases to examine, the Cold Case Unit will be tasked with prioritizing their caseload. The prioritization process will consider severity, with homicides being a priority. Violent crimes will be prioritized based on the time remaining under the statute of limitations. One of those cold cases is from August 29, 1988, police responded to a welfare check at 2612 N. Holman, which the granddaughter of the occupants of that residence called in. Police entered the residence, where they discovered the bodies of Robert Wheatley, 61, and Frieda Wheatley, 69, in the basement. The medical examiner determined the cause of death as strangulation. Detectives believe that the Wheatley’s died on August 27, 1988. It is apparent from the crime scene that the motive was robbery. There was no sign of forced entry. The home was ransacked, and a television set, ATM card, credit card, and the Wheatley’s light green 1979 Buick Regal were stolen. The ATM and credit cards were used extensively in Northeast, North, and Downtown Portland before Wheatley’s bodies were discovered. The Buick was recovered in a Jantzen Beach Shopping Center parking lot a few days later. Investigating Detectives believe that people in the community have information about this crime. Witnesses may contact Cold Case Homicide Unit investigators at (503) 823-0400. To remain anonymous, witnesses may provide information through Crime Stoppers of Oregon. Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards for information reported to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime, and tipsters can remain anonymous. Information about this case or any unsolved felony crime may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,500. https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/index.cfm?c=35696 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Crime Capsule is a weekly true crime show hosted by Benjamin Morris. This week, I sit down with host Ben Morris to explore the future of Crime Capsule and what cases the audience has to look forward to. Download Crime Capsule & Who Killed wherever you get your favorite podcasts or on Evergreenpodcasts.com. If you would like to help support Who Killed...? you can do so via the Venmo app with my username @bill-huffman-3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Source: FBI.gov On August 23, 1992, Tammy J. Zywicki departed Evanston, Illinois, for college in Grinnell, Iowa, where she was expected to arrive that evening. Later that day, Zywicki's car was found by an Illinois State Trooper and ticketed as being abandoned. On August 24, 1992, the vehicle was towed by the Illinois State Police. On that same evening, Zywicki's mother contacted the Illinois State Police and advised them that her daughter had not arrived at college. On September 1, 1992, Zywicki's body was located along Interstate Highway 44 (I-44) in rural Lawrence County, Missouri, which is located between Springfield and Joplin, Missouri. She had been stabbed to death. Zywicki was reportedly last seen with her car (shown above) at mile marker 83 on I-80 in Central Illinois between 3:10 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on August 23, 1992. It was also reported that a tractor/trailer was seen near Zywicki's vehicle during this period. The driver of the tractor/trailer is described as a white male between 35 and 40 years of age, over six feet tall, with dark, bushy hair. Some of the victim's personal property is known to be missing, including a Cannon 35mm camera and a musical wristwatch. The watch is Lorus brand, with a green umbrella on its face and a green band. The watch plays the tune "Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head." SOURCES: 1. https://cbs2iowa.com/news/local/milestone-birthday-prompts-reminder-tammy-zywicki-is-still-waiting-for-answers 2. https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-tammy-zywicki-murder-25-years-met-20170823-story.html 3. https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/tammy-j.-zywicki 4. https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2020/05/08/illinois-police-clark-perry-baldwin-not-suspect-1992-slaying/3101500001/ 5. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/man-charged-murder-case-kristin-smart-college-student-who-disappeared-n1263965 6. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2009-apr-05-me-serialkillers5-story.html 7. https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/news/stories/2009/april/highwayserial_040609 8. https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2020/7/29/21347076/samuel-william-legg-suspected-serial-killer-julie-konkol-lake-county-ohio 9. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poLGmJ3OT7Q 10. https://iowacoldcases.org/case-summaries/tammy-zywicki/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Angela Hicks was only 14 when she went missing on July 21, 1990. Her case rocked the community of Elyria, Ohio and the case remains unsolved to this day. The prime suspect is currently in custody for other crimes. In this episode I speak with Angies best friend, Nicki, who runs a Facebook Page in Angela's Honor, you reach it by clicking on the link: https://www.facebook.com/justiceforangela/ If you would to support this show you can do so Via Venmo with my Username @Bill-Huffman-3. Every contribution goes to keeping these shows on the air. Thank you to all the supporters over the years. SOURCES: 1. https://chroniclet.com/news/229110/vigil-marks-30-years-without-angie-hicks/ 2. https://www.nj.com/news/2011/03/truck_driver_convicted_of_kil.html 3. https://ohiomysteries.com/ohio%20mysteries/1990-the-angela-hicks-case 4. https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/oh-lorain/friend-of-teen-who-was-murdered-in-1990-looks-for-closure 5. https://www.cleveland19.com/2019/02/16/elyria-reopens-cold-case-after-nearly-years-new-clues-emerge/ 6. https://chroniclet.com/news/232349/samuel-legg-indicted-in-wood-county-killing/ 7. https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/lorain-county/authorities-re-open-investigation-involving-1990-murder-of-14-year-old-girl/95-d2bbf61e-141b-4dc0-8514-bb6efb5311d4 8. https://medina-gazette.com/news/230010/rape-suspect-samuel-legg-charged-with-illinois-murder/ 9. https://medina-gazette.com/news/239110/ohio-attorney-general-dave-yost-keeping-close-eye-on-samuel-legg-iii-case/ 10. https://chroniclet.com/news/229110/vigil-marks-30-years-without-angie-hicks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The first-ever Cold Case Unit dedicated to solving homicide and sexual assault cases that have gone unsolved for years has been established by the New Mexico Department of Justice. Attorney General Torrez said that the unit's goal is to provide justice and closure for the victims' families, who have been living with uncertainty and pain. "We will not give up on these cases, no matter how much time has passed. We are working with law enforcement agencies across the state, and we welcome any public or agency input that can help us crack these cold cases," he said. The Cold Case Unit has six cases under investigation from the 1980s to the 2010s. The unit uses the latest forensic genetic genealogy techniques to generate new leads and identify suspects. The unit consists of three full-time, sworn law enforcement agents who are reviewing and investigating the cases. The details of the cases can be found on the website: https://nmag.gov/about-us/about-the-office/criminal-affairs/cold-case-unit/ Source: New Mexico Department of Justice - Press Conference: Cold Case Unit Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author Jesse P. Pollack is back to debunk the Satanic Panic of the 1980s and the case of Ricky Kasso. He was a teenager from Northport, New York, who became infamous for killing his friend Gary Lauwers in 1984. Kasso, who was also known as the Acid King, was involved in drugs and was believed to be involved with Satanic activities. He stabbed Lauwers multiple times in the woods and left his body there for two weeks. Kasso confessed to the murder but hanged himself in jail before his trial. Kasso accused Lauwers of stealing some of his drugs and attacked him with a knife. He stabbed Lauwers multiple times in the eyes and other parts of his body while allegedly asking him to say he loved Satan. The Acid King Trailer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tragic news on a horrible case. Polk County Sheriff's Office holds a press conference where they announce 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham has been found dead in Trinity River after being reported missing on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author Jesse P. Pollack is back to debunk the Satanic Panic of the 1980s and the case of Ricky Kasso. He was a teenager from Northport, New York, who became infamous for killing his friend Gary Lauwers in 1984. Kasso, who was also known as the Acid King, was involved in drugs and was believed to be involved with Satanic activities. He stabbed Lauwers multiple times in the woods and left his body there for two weeks. Kasso confessed to the murder but hanged himself in jail before his trial. Kasso accused Lauwers of stealing some of his drugs and attacked him with a knife. He stabbed Lauwers multiple times in the eyes and other parts of his body while allegedly asking him to say he loved Satan. The Acid King Trailer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thank you to Nic from the True Crime Garage Podcast. He is a library full of information about this case. I wanted to take a look at this case. I just finished Beverly Lowry’s book, Who Killed These Girls? and it reinvigorated my interest in the case. I will do my best to do it justice, and next week, I may even have a special guest to discuss the case. December 6, 1991, started like most days in Austin, Texas, for Sarah and Jennifer Harbison. They prepared for school, packed their book bags, and headed off for the day. It was an overcast day for the city, with temperatures maxing out around 72. It was an excellent Texas Friday. Austin, Texas, in 1991, was coming into its own as a nationally known place where creativity can thrive. Austin is not only the capital of Texas but also holds the title of Live Music Capital of the World. In 1994, the city created the Austin Film Festival, and filmmakers and actors such as Mike Judge, Richard Linklater, and Matthew McConaughey call Austin home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I wanted to take a look at this case. I just finished Beverly Lowry’s book, Who Killed These Girls? and it reinvigorated my interest in the case. I will do my best to do it justice, and next week, I may even have a special guest to discuss the case. December 6, 1991, started like most days in Austin, Texas, for Sarah and Jennifer Harbison. They prepared for school, packed their book bags, and headed off for the day. It was an overcast day for the city, with temperatures maxing out around 72. It was an excellent Texas Friday. Austin, Texas, in 1991, was coming into its own as a nationally known place where creativity can thrive. Austin is not only the capital of Texas but also holds the title of Live Music Capital of the World. In 1994, the city created the Austin Film Festival, and filmmakers and actors such as Mike Judge, Richard Linklater, and Matthew McConaughey call Austin home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I wanted to take a look at this case. I just finished Beverly Lowry’s book, Who Killed These Girls? and it reinvigorated my interest in the case. I will do my best to do it justice, and next week, I may even have a special guest to discuss the case. December 6, 1991, started like most days in Austin, Texas, for Sarah and Jennifer Harbison. They prepared for school, packed their book bags, and headed off for the day. It was an overcast day for the city, with temperatures maxing out around 72. It was an excellent Texas Friday. Austin, Texas, in 1991, was coming into its own as a nationally known place where creativity can thrive. Austin is not only the capital of Texas but also holds the title of Live Music Capital of the World. In 1994, the city created the Austin Film Festival, and filmmakers and actors such as Mike Judge, Richard Linklater, and Matthew McConaughey call Austin home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UPDATE: Suspect Named in one of the Colonial Parkway Murders from the 1980s. Bill Thomas, the brother of victim Cathy Thomas, is back to discuss the latest update and suspect Alan W. Wilmer Sr., who died in 2017 at 63 years old. The Colonial Parkway murders are a series of unsolved killings that took place on a scenic road in Virginia, linking Yorktown and Jamestown, two historic places. The parkway preserves the natural and cultural beauty of the region and does not allow commercial vehicles or tolls. Drivers can admire the York and James Rivers and the changing seasons along the road. Bill Thomas, the brother of Cathy Thomas, one of the victims, has been fighting for justice and awareness. Crimemuseum.org reports that a serial killer may have killed eight people on the parkway, which is federal land. The FBI may get involved in the investigations, too. The killer went after couples or individuals who parked their cars in or near lover's lane spots. The victims were not robbed or sexually assaulted, indicating that the killer had a different reason. The police have questioned 150 suspects, but none of them fit the description of the killer. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWMlX8QXxUs 13NewsNow USA Today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UPDATE: Suspect Named in one of the Colonial Parkway Murders from the 1980s. Bill Thomas, the brother of victim Cathy Thomas, is back to discuss the latest update and suspect Alan W. Wilmer Sr., who died in 2017 at 63 years old. The Colonial Parkway murders are a series of unsolved killings that took place on a scenic road in Virginia, linking Yorktown and Jamestown, two historic places. The parkway preserves the natural and cultural beauty of the region and does not allow commercial vehicles or tolls. Drivers can admire the York and James Rivers and the changing seasons along the road. Bill Thomas, the brother of Cathy Thomas, one of the victims, has been fighting for justice and awareness. Crimemuseum.org reports that a serial killer may have killed eight people on the parkway, which is federal land. The FBI may get involved in the investigations, too. The killer went after couples or individuals who parked their cars in or near lover's lane spots. The victims were not robbed or sexually assaulted, indicating that the killer had a different reason. The police have questioned 150 suspects, but none of them fit the description of the killer. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWMlX8QXxUs 13NewsNow USA Today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Colonial Parkway is a scenic route that connects Yorktown and Jamestown, two historic sites in Virginia. The parkway is designed to preserve the natural and cultural landscape of the area and prohibits commercial vehicles and tolls. Along the parkway, drivers can enjoy the views of the York and James Rivers and the seasonal changes in the vegetation. Bill Thomas, whose sister Cathy was one of the victims of the unsolved Colonial Parkway murders, has been advocating for justice and awareness of the case. According to Crimemuseum.org, a serial killer is suspected of murdering eight people on the parkway, which is under federal jurisdiction. The FBI may join the investigations as well. The killer targeted couples or individuals who parked their cars in or near lover's lane areas. The victims were not robbed or sexually assaulted, suggesting that the killer had a different motive. The police have interviewed 150 suspects, but none of them matched the profile of the killer. WAVY TV Virginia State Police Press Conference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the news of a break in the Colonial Parkway Murders, I wanted to re-release an interview I conducted with Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas & Nic Edwards of the True Crime Garage podcast, where we discussed the case, which was at a standstill in 2019. Some essential facts about the Colonial Parkway are if you have never had the pleasure of driving it or experiencing it on a class trip. According to the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/colo/parkway.htm The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. The road does it best to remind drivers of days past as the parkway does not allow semi trucks and is toll-free. As you meander though the parkway you are graced with beautiful views of the James and York rivers that run along the parkway. According to Triple A "redbuds and dogwoods decorate the roadway in spring, while fall brings an explosion of autumn colors” From an article in the Daily Press in 1990, the parkway is no place to be after dark ”At night, the mood changes. The trees form a tunnel of blackness, broken only if the moon is shining. There are no streetlights, no call boxes and no fast-food restaurants or convenience stores where a driver might find refuge in case of a breakdown”. The parkway is under the rangers' jurisdiction because it is federal land owned by the National Park Service When a serious crime is committed, the York County Sheriff's Department, the Williamsburg or James City police departments are called to assist, Neprash said. The parkway is federal land, the FBI may also become involved in investigations. Crimemuseum.org says, "police have questioned 150 suspects in connection to these four cases, but all have been cleared. The police attribute these eight murders to the same killer because of similarities in each case. All of the victims were killed at or near their car, the first three being found at known lover’s lane areas. None of the victims were robbed, and sexual assault did not appear to be a motive in any of the cases. The first and third murders were mere miles apart, and the second and fourth were committed about a half hour away from the Parkway. In 2018, the Facebook page Colonial Parkway Murders, which is run by Cathy’s brother Bill Thomas, and today's guest revealed that DNA had been found at 3 of the 4 crime scenes which could potentially conclusively link the cases and lead to an arrest. Hair that had been found in Cathy’s hand and a biological sample found on Robin have never been tested The First couple to fall victim Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski Cathleen Thomas, 27, Class of 1981 graduate United States Naval Academy and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas' white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the news of a break in the Colonial Parkway Murders, I wanted to re-release the interviews I conducted with Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas, where we discussed the case, which was at a standstill in 2019. Some essential facts about the Colonial Parkway are if you have never had the pleasure of driving it or experiencing it on a class trip. According to the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/colo/parkway.htm The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. The road does it best to remind drivers of days past as the parkway does not allow semi trucks and is toll-free. As you meander though the parkway you are graced with beautiful views of the James and York rivers that run along the parkway. According to Triple A "redbuds and dogwoods decorate the roadway in spring, while fall brings an explosion of autumn colors” From an article in the Daily Press in 1990, the parkway is no place to be after dark ”At night, the mood changes. The trees form a tunnel of blackness, broken only if the moon is shining. There are no streetlights, no call boxes and no fast-food restaurants or convenience stores where a driver might find refuge in case of a breakdown”. The parkway is under the rangers' jurisdiction because it is federal land owned by the National Park Service When a serious crime is committed, the York County Sheriff's Department, the Williamsburg or James City police departments are called to assist, Neprash said. The parkway is federal land, the FBI may also become involved in investigations. Crimemuseum.org says, "police have questioned 150 suspects in connection to these four cases, but all have been cleared. The police attribute these eight murders to the same killer because of similarities in each case. All of the victims were killed at or near their car, the first three being found at known lover’s lane areas. None of the victims were robbed, and sexual assault did not appear to be a motive in any of the cases. The first and third murders were mere miles apart, and the second and fourth were committed about a half hour away from the Parkway. In 2018, the Facebook page Colonial Parkway Murders, which is run by Cathy’s brother Bill Thomas, and today's guest revealed that DNA had been found at 3 of the 4 crime scenes which could potentially conclusively link the cases and lead to an arrest. Hair that had been found in Cathy’s hand and a biological sample found on Robin have never been tested The First couple to fall victim Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski Cathleen Thomas, 27, Class of 1981 graduate United States Naval Academy and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas' white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the news of a break in the Colonial Parkway Murders, I wanted to re-release an interview I conducted with Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas, where we discussed the case, which was at a standstill in 2022. Some essential facts about the Colonial Parkway are if you have never had the pleasure of driving it or experiencing it on a class trip. According to the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/colo/parkway.htm The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. The road does it best to remind drivers of days past as the parkway does not allow semi trucks and is toll-free. As you meander though the parkway you are graced with beautiful views of the James and York rivers that run along the parkway. According to Triple A "redbuds and dogwoods decorate the roadway in spring, while fall brings an explosion of autumn colors” From an article in the Daily Press in 1990, the parkway is no place to be after dark ”At night, the mood changes. The trees form a tunnel of blackness, broken only if the moon is shining. There are no streetlights, no call boxes and no fast-food restaurants or convenience stores where a driver might find refuge in case of a breakdown”. The parkway is under the rangers' jurisdiction because it is federal land owned by the National Park Service When a serious crime is committed, the York County Sheriff's Department, the Williamsburg or James City police departments are called to assist, Neprash said. The parkway is federal land, the FBI may also become involved in investigations. Crimemuseum.org says, "police have questioned 150 suspects in connection to these four cases, but all have been cleared. The police attribute these eight murders to the same killer because of similarities in each case. All of the victims were killed at or near their car, the first three being found at known lover’s lane areas. None of the victims were robbed, and sexual assault did not appear to be a motive in any of the cases. The first and third murders were mere miles apart, and the second and fourth were committed about a half hour away from the Parkway. In 2018, the Facebook page Colonial Parkway Murders, which is run by Cathy’s brother Bill Thomas, and today's guest revealed that DNA had been found at 3 of the 4 crime scenes which could potentially conclusively link the cases and lead to an arrest. Hair that had been found in Cathy’s hand and a biological sample found on Robin have never been tested The First couple to fall victim Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski Cathleen Thomas, 27, Class of 1981 graduate United States Naval Academy and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas' white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the news of a break in the Colonial Parkway Murders, I wanted to re-release an interview I conducted with Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas, where we discussed the case, which was at a standstill in 2019. Some essential facts about the Colonial Parkway are if you have never had the pleasure of driving it or experiencing it on a class trip. According to the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/colo/parkway.htm The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. The road does it best to remind drivers of days past as the parkway does not allow semi trucks and is toll-free. As you meander though the parkway you are graced with beautiful views of the James and York rivers that run along the parkway. According to Triple A "redbuds and dogwoods decorate the roadway in spring, while fall brings an explosion of autumn colors” From an article in the Daily Press in 1990, the parkway is no place to be after dark ”At night, the mood changes. The trees form a tunnel of blackness, broken only if the moon is shining. There are no streetlights, no call boxes and no fast-food restaurants or convenience stores where a driver might find refuge in case of a breakdown”. The parkway is under the rangers' jurisdiction because it is federal land owned by the National Park Service When a serious crime is committed, the York County Sheriff's Department, the Williamsburg or James City police departments are called to assist, Neprash said. The parkway is federal land, the FBI may also become involved in investigations. Crimemuseum.org says, "police have questioned 150 suspects in connection to these four cases, but all have been cleared. The police attribute these eight murders to the same killer because of similarities in each case. All of the victims were killed at or near their car, the first three being found at known lover’s lane areas. None of the victims were robbed, and sexual assault did not appear to be a motive in any of the cases. The first and third murders were mere miles apart, and the second and fourth were committed about a half hour away from the Parkway. In 2018, the Facebook page Colonial Parkway Murders, which is run by Cathy’s brother Bill Thomas, and today's guest revealed that DNA had been found at 3 of the 4 crime scenes which could potentially conclusively link the cases and lead to an arrest. Hair that had been found in Cathy’s hand and a biological sample found on Robin have never been tested The First couple to fall victim Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski Cathleen Thomas, 27, Class of 1981 graduate United States Naval Academy and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas' white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the news of a break in the Colonial Parkway Murders, I wanted to re-release an interview I conducted with Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas, where we discussed the case, which was at a standstill in 2019. Some essential facts about the Colonial Parkway are if you have never had the pleasure of driving it or experiencing it on a class trip. According to the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/colo/parkway.htm The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. The road does it best to remind drivers of days past as the parkway does not allow semi trucks and is toll-free. As you meander though the parkway you are graced with beautiful views of the James and York rivers that run along the parkway. According to Triple A "redbuds and dogwoods decorate the roadway in spring, while fall brings an explosion of autumn colors” From an article in the Daily Press in 1990, the parkway is no place to be after dark ”At night, the mood changes. The trees form a tunnel of blackness, broken only if the moon is shining. There are no streetlights, no call boxes and no fast-food restaurants or convenience stores where a driver might find refuge in case of a breakdown”. The parkway is under the rangers' jurisdiction because it is federal land owned by the National Park Service When a serious crime is committed, the York County Sheriff's Department, the Williamsburg or James City police departments are called to assist, Neprash said. The parkway is federal land, the FBI may also become involved in investigations. Crimemuseum.org says, "police have questioned 150 suspects in connection to these four cases, but all have been cleared. The police attribute these eight murders to the same killer because of similarities in each case. All of the victims were killed at or near their car, the first three being found at known lover’s lane areas. None of the victims were robbed, and sexual assault did not appear to be a motive in any of the cases. The first and third murders were mere miles apart, and the second and fourth were committed about a half hour away from the Parkway. In 2018, the Facebook page Colonial Parkway Murders, which is run by Cathy’s brother Bill Thomas, and today's guest revealed that DNA had been found at 3 of the 4 crime scenes which could potentially conclusively link the cases and lead to an arrest. Hair that had been found in Cathy’s hand and a biological sample found on Robin have never been tested The First couple to fall victim Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski Cathleen Thomas, 27, Class of 1981 graduate United States Naval Academy and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas' white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the news of a break in the Colonial Parkway Murders, I wanted to re-release an interview I conducted with Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas, where we discussed the case, which was at a standstill in 2019. Some essential facts about the Colonial Parkway are if you have never had the pleasure of driving it or experiencing it on a class trip. According to the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/colo/parkway.htm The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. The road does it best to remind drivers of days past as the parkway does not allow semi trucks and is toll-free. As you meander though the parkway you are graced with beautiful views of the James and York rivers that run along the parkway. According to Triple A "redbuds and dogwoods decorate the roadway in spring, while fall brings an explosion of autumn colors” From an article in the Daily Press in 1990, the parkway is no place to be after dark ”At night, the mood changes. The trees form a tunnel of blackness, broken only if the moon is shining. There are no streetlights, no call boxes and no fast-food restaurants or convenience stores where a driver might find refuge in case of a breakdown”. The parkway is under the rangers' jurisdiction because it is federal land owned by the National Park Service When a serious crime is committed, the York County Sheriff's Department, the Williamsburg or James City police departments are called to assist, Neprash said. The parkway is federal land, the FBI may also become involved in investigations. Crimemuseum.org says, "police have questioned 150 suspects in connection to these four cases, but all have been cleared. The police attribute these eight murders to the same killer because of similarities in each case. All of the victims were killed at or near their car, the first three being found at known lover’s lane areas. None of the victims were robbed, and sexual assault did not appear to be a motive in any of the cases. The first and third murders were mere miles apart, and the second and fourth were committed about a half hour away from the Parkway. In 2018, the Facebook page Colonial Parkway Murders, which is run by Cathy’s brother Bill Thomas, and today's guest revealed that DNA had been found at 3 of the 4 crime scenes which could potentially conclusively link the cases and lead to an arrest. Hair that had been found in Cathy’s hand and a biological sample found on Robin have never been tested The First couple to fall victim Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski Cathleen Thomas, 27, Class of 1981 graduate United States Naval Academy and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas' white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a summary of the events that occurred in the disappearance & murder of Savannah Soto, a pregnant woman who went missing on Dec. 22, 2023 with her boyfriend, Matthew Guerra. On Dec. 22, around 2 p.m., Soto was seen for the last time at the apartment complex where she and Guerra lived on Grissom Road in Leon Valley. She was driving a gray 2013 Kia Optima that belonged to Guerra. She was expecting a baby boy named Fabian. Sources: San Antonio Express News Live Now from Fox News 4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Associated Press DAYTON - Misguided friendship, a lousy childhood, or peer pressure may have motivated four people charged in a killing spree that left five people dead. It was more than a simple lust for killing that provoked the 40-hour shooting spree that also left three people injured, three mental health specialists said Sources: https://www.newspapers.com/clip/90511982/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/90512464/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/90511726/ https://www.daytondailynews.com/news/the-notorious-christmas-killings-1992-map-and-timeline/WlhrYt0YPbL8hQ08D7Z3hJ/ https://murderpedia.org/male.K/k1/keene-marvallous.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOG8vXbOMFE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEGJpkzX8VM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THANK YOU so much for joining me for this week’s episode of Who Killed…? I also have to thank Dan, friend of show, for suggesting this mysterious unsolved case for this week’s episode. As a reminder, I drop new episodes OF Who Killed…? every Friday wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Any one with information regarding Angela’s disappearance should email Detective Parsons at the Clinton Police at d.parsons@clintonmopd.com. You can also contact Detective D.J. Parsons at 660-885-5561. Agency Case Number: 91-0488 NCIC Number: M-483974098 Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case. If you enjoy this podcast and my other shows you can help support independent journalism by clicking on the DONATE button on the LEFT hand side of sloburnmedia.com, that is slo minus the w. You can also contribute to the show via the Venmo app with my username @bill dash huffman dash 3. You can also donate via PayPaI (don’t say by clicking HERE.) I will also provide a link in the show notes. Every contribution helps keep these SLO Burn podcasts running. You can also support the show by leaving a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to favorite shows. Those 5 stars help keep the important cases I cover, SUCH AS Angela Hammond’s, in the spotlight. If you’d like to stay up to date on the cases I have covered, as well as the new shows I have in the pipeline, please follow me on Twitter @billhuffman3. Thank you so much again for listening. Until next time… BE Healthy & Stay SAFE! Sources: https://vocal.media/criminal/abduction-in-a-small-town-angela-hammond https://www.newspapers.com/clip/64943506/the-kansas-city-star/ https://www.theodysseyonline.com/kidnapped-from-phone-booth https://newspaperarchive.com/independence-examiner-apr-20-1991-p-11/ https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Angela_Hammond https://truecrimediva.com/angela-marie-hammond-disappeared-in-1991/ http://www.doenetwork.org/cases/disappear82.htm https://newspaperarchive.com/independence-examiner-oct-31-1991-p-6/ https://tulsaworld.com/archives/three-vanishings-baffle-fbi-missouri-residents-stunned-cautious/article_2866b018-5eff-5c16-91d6-be297ce33b98.html https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Trudy_Darby https://truecrimearticles.com/2018/04/18/the-mysterious-abduction-of-angela-hammond/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is the story of the Sodder family, who lost five of their children in a mysterious fire on Christmas Eve in 1945. I have based my account on a New York Post article from 1975, which reveals some of the odd details of this case. The children had opened their gifts earlier that night and were eager to play with them. Their parents went to sleep at 10:30 p.m. Around 1:30 a.m., Jennie smelled smoke and saw that their room was filled with it. The house was on fire. The Sodders managed to escape, but they could not find their five children. They were not outside, and there was no way to see them inside the burning house. The fire department declared that they had died in the fire. However, no remains, bones, or any evidence of human tissue were ever found in the ashes... The mystery remains unsolved... Sources: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/sodder-children-disappearance-unsolved-mystery_n_6574961ae4b09724b4345a46 https://stacyhorn.com/2005/12/28/long-long-long-sodder-post/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
