In June of 2014, 19-year-old Lea Porter—a vibrant, social, and deeply loved young woman, suddenly disappeared in Westminster, CO, and what follows is a case filled with inconsistencies, unsettling details, and a timeline that just doesn’t sit right. The deeper you look, the more questions come up—and even with answers, it still doesn’t feel finished.

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The small town of Hartford, Wisconsin was shaken to its core when 19-year-old college freshman and rising theater star Jesse Blodgett was found murdered in her own home. What first appeared to be an unthinkable tragedy quickly unraveled into something even more disturbing—an obsession that turned deadly.

As investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a chilling connection between Jesse and her killer, Daniel Bartelt, a former classmate whose fixation had been quietly growing in the shadows. Through digital clues, surveillance, and disturbing evidence, law enforcement pieced together a crime fueled by fantasy, rejection, and control.

In this episode, we break down the timeline of that night, the investigation that led to a swift arrest, and the haunting details that left a community searching for answers. Who was Jesse Blodgett beyond the headlines? And how did someone so close to her world become her killer?

This is a story of talent, promise, and a life stolen far too soon—and a stark reminder of how dangerous obsession can become when it goes unchecked.

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In this recap episode, we break down the dramatic closing arguments and stunning verdict in the Kouri Richins murder trial.

After weeks of testimony, emotional witness accounts, and forensic evidence, both the prosecution and defense delivered their final, powerful narratives—each painting a vastly different picture of what happened to Eric Richins.

We walk you through the key moments from closing arguments, highlighting the state’s theory, the defense’s strategy, and the details they wanted the jury to focus on most. Then, we dive into the verdict itself—what the jury decided, how long they deliberated, and what it all means moving forward.

From the tension inside the courtroom to the impact of this decision, this episode unpacks it all. Whether you’ve followed the trial closely or are just catching up, this is your complete breakdown of how it all came to an end.

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