Episodes

  • The Riverside Prostitute Killer | Born to Kill?

    The Riverside Prostitute Killer | Born to Kill?
    Jul 15 2026
    The episode recounts the chilling history of Bill Suff, a prolific serial killer who terrorized Riverside, California, during the early 1990s. Targeting vulnerable prostitutes, Suff ritualistically murdered and posed his victims to assert a sadistic sense of control and authority. Despite his horrific crimes, he maintained a facade of normalcy as a helpful county employee, even assisting the very task force assigned to track him down. His past revealed a dark pattern of violence, including a prior conviction for the murder of his infant daughter in Texas. Investigators eventually captured him following a routine traffic stop that linked his silver van and mismatched tires to the crime scenes. Ultimately, Suff was convicted for twelve of his brutal killings and received a death sentence for his campaign of terror.

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    49 mins
  • Danish Police Use Familial Searching for the First Time to Nab 1990 Murder Suspect

    Danish Police Use Familial Searching for the First Time to Nab 1990 Murder Suspect
    Jul 14 2026
    The episode details the first successful use of familial DNA searching by Danish authorities to solve the 1990 murder of Hanne With. After the case remained cold for over three decades, investigators utilized a statistical technique that identifies suspects through partial genetic matches with relatives already in the police database. This method led police to the suspect’s son, eventually resulting in the 2024 arrest and conviction of Henrik Krogh Rasmussen. The sources outline the brutal nature of the crime, the evolution of forensic technology, and the legal pilot project that enabled this breakthrough. By combining modern genetics with traditional evidence like footprints and taxi records, Danish officials finally delivered justice for a long-unsolved tragedy. This landmark case illustrates the power of kinship searching while highlighting the ethical balance between privacy and investigative necessity in Denmark.

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    53 mins
  • The Mystery Predator Caught 26 Years After Teen Murder

    The Mystery Predator Caught 26 Years After Teen Murder
    Jul 14 2026
    This source details the harrowing 1983 murder of 16-year-old Colette Aram in the quiet village of Keyworth and the exhaustive twenty-six-year police investigation that followed. After the teenager vanished during a short walk to her boyfriend's house, her body was discovered the next morning, triggering a massive manhunt that initially yielded a stolen vehicle and a taunting letter from the killer. Despite decades of silence, the case was eventually revitalized through pioneering DNA technology and familial searching, which allowed detectives to narrow their focus to a specific family. This forensic breakthrough led to the 2009 arrest of Paul Hutchinson, a local man whose DNA matched samples preserved from the original crime scene. The narrative highlights the profound emotional toll on the Aram family while celebrating the persistence of investigators who refused to let the case go cold. Ultimately, Hutchinson's guilty plea and life sentence provided a long-delayed resolution to one of Nottinghamshire’s most notorious cold cases.

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    48 mins
  • The Deepening Mystery Over Missing Backpacker Celine Cremer

    The Deepening Mystery Over Missing Backpacker Celine Cremer
    Jul 14 2026
    In June 2023, Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer vanished while trekking through the Philosopher Falls trail in the rugged wilderness of Tasmania. Although initial police efforts were unsuccessful, a recent private search led by investigator Ken Gamble achieved a major breakthrough by locating her damaged mobile phone. The discovery has provided fresh GPS data and renewed hope for her family, suggesting she likely lost her way as the trail became treacherous and overgrown. Despite exhausting grid searches through dense, horizontal forest and the discovery of a potential makeshift poncho, Cremer's remains have not yet been found. The search has now transitioned to a forensic phase, as experts analyze the recovered phone and other items for DNA evidence to determine her final movements. This tragic case highlights the dangers of the Australian bush, where an average of 125 people go missing every year.

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    48 mins
  • Teacher Secretly Records Her Killer Before She’s Murdered

    Teacher Secretly Records Her Killer Before She’s Murdered
    Jul 13 2026
    The episode details the investigation and ultimate conviction of Bill Long for the murder of his ex-wife, Michelle Long, a high school teacher found shot in her vehicle. Following a contentious divorce and disputes over a significant financial settlement, Bill targeted Michelle outside her home, an act neighbors corroborated through the timing of gunshots. Law enforcement utilized cell phone records, security footage of Bill’s secondary vehicle, and his history of violent threats to build a circumstantial case against him. Key evidence included the missing 44 Magnum revolver from his collection and a matching projectile recovered near the scene. Despite his claims of innocence, a jury found him guilty of aggravated murder, resulting in a sentence of life in prison without parole. These sources illustrate the tragic intersection of domestic volatility and premeditated violence.

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    41 mins
  • Mystery Video in Nolan Wells' Death Investigation

    Mystery Video in Nolan Wells' Death Investigation
    Jul 13 2026
    This source details the suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college football player whose body was discovered on Horn Island, Mississippi. While local law enforcement initially suggested the incident was a tragic drowning, the young man’s family and high-profile advocates like Ben Crump and Al Sharpton are demanding a more rigorous investigation. They point to glaring contradictions in witness accounts, a recorded verbal altercation, and the discovery of deleted messages on the victim’s phone as evidence of potential foul play. The family has commissioned an independent autopsy to gain clarity, as they remain skeptical of the official narrative provided by authorities. Ultimately, the text highlights a growing push for transparency and justice in a case that has sparked significant public concern and various theories regarding the truth.

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    37 mins
  • Murdered Mom’s Mystery Killer Caught 23 Years Later

    Murdered Mom’s Mystery Killer Caught 23 Years Later
    Jul 13 2026
    This episode details the long-term investigation into the 2001 murder of Leslie Prier, a woman brutally killed in her upscale Maryland home. For over two decades, the case remained cold, during which time investigators and family members wrongly suspected her husband, Sandy Prier. The mystery was eventually solved using advanced genetic genealogy, which identified a male DNA profile belonging to Eugene Glegor. Glegor was a former boyfriend of the victim’s daughter who had been welcomed into the family home years prior. Following his arrest and a covert DNA collection, Glegor pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and received a 22-year prison sentence. This resolution provided long-awaited justice and closure for Leslie’s daughter after twenty-three years of uncertainty.

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    49 mins
  • A Faceless Victim Identified by Forensic Reconstruction

    A Faceless Victim Identified by Forensic Reconstruction
    Jul 12 2026
    This transcript from the television series Cold Case Files details two separate criminal investigations that were eventually solved through innovative forensic techniques. The first case involves a dismembered victim found in Wisconsin whose identity remained a mystery until engineers used rapid prototyping to create a 3D model of her skull for facial reconstruction. This process allowed witnesses to identify her as Mwivano Kupaza, leading to the conviction of her cousin for her murder. The second segment focuses on a series of serial arsons in California that targeted new housing developments. The investigation stalled for years until a discarded videotape featuring the arsonist's own narration surfaced, enabling detectives to identify and apprehend the troubled teenager responsible for the fires. Together, these stories highlight how persistence and emerging technology can breathe new life into cold cases.

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    54 mins