In 1933, 22-year-old Brooke Hart—the beloved heir to one of San Jose's most prominent families—was kidnapped in a shocking ransom plot that ended in cold-blooded murder. But the crime didn't end with his death. As outrage swept through the city, an enraged mob stormed the county jail and lynched the two accused killers before they could stand trial. In this episode, we explore the tragic murder of Brooke Hart and the extraordinary chain of events that transformed one of America's most infamous kidnapping cases into a chilling story of vigilante justice.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Brooke_Hart_and_the_lynching_of_Thomas_Harold_Thurmond_and_John_M._Holmes#Lynching_of_Thurmond_and_Holmes

In this episode, we dive into the chilling story of the Wayne City Murders—a case that shattered a quiet Illinois community and exposed the horrifying crimes hidden behind an ordinary façade. We'll unravel the investigation, examine the evidence that led detectives to the truth, and explore the lasting impact these brutal murders had on the families, the town, and everyone searching for justice.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://www.midwestcrimefile.com/post/independence-day-murders-the-sue-marshal-story?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.oxygen.com/homicide-for-the-holidays/crime-news/july-4th-murders-niels-nieslen-killed-sue-melinda-marshal?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/il-supreme-court/1037894?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.thefactsite.com/1000-interesting-facts/

The Bloody Benders were America's first known family of serial killers, luring weary travelers to their small Kansas inn in the early 1870s with the promise of a hot meal and a place to rest. Behind a canvas curtain, victims were struck from behind, their throats slit, and their bodies buried in the family orchard. Before justice could catch up with them, the Benders vanished without a trace, leaving behind one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in true crime history. In this episode, we unravel the chilling legend of the family that turned hospitality into horror.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bloddy_Benders

In 1977, escaped Oklahoma inmates Paul Ruiz and Earl Van Denton launched a terrifying, two-week crime spree that stretched across three states, leaving a trail of murder, kidnapping, and fear in their wake. Their desperate bid for freedom ended in a nationwide manhunt, a high-profile capital murder trial, and ultimately execution nearly 20 years later. In this episode, we unravel the shocking story of two fugitives whose violent rampage became one of the most infamous manhunts in American true crime history.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Ruiz_and_Earl_Van_Denton

https://www.buzzfeed.com/dannicaramirez/weird-interesting-fascinating-facts

In 1955, a routine flight turned into one of America's most shocking aviation crimes. United Airlines Flight 629 exploded in midair just minutes after departing Denver, killing all 44 people on board. Investigators soon uncovered a chilling truth: the bombing wasn't an act of terrorism, but a calculated murder plot driven by greed. In this episode, we unravel the tragic story of Flight 629, and the man whose desperate scheme changed airline security forever.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Air_Lines_Flight_629

https://www.fbi.gov/history/cases-and-criminals/jack-gilbert-graham

Sean Patrick Goble, known as "The Interstate Killer," was a long-haul truck driver who used America's highways as his hunting ground during the mid-1990s. Preying on vulnerable women he encountered along interstates and truck stops, Goble was linked to at least four murders across multiple states before a fingerprint left at a crime scene led investigators to him. His chilling confessions revealed a trail of violence stretching across the South, though authorities have long suspected his true victim count may be much higher. Today, Goble remains behind bars, serving multiple life sentences for his crimes.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sean_Patrick_Goble

https://www.factretriever.com/father-facts

Larry Bright, known as the "Bonecrusher," terrorized Peoria in the 2000's with a series of brutal murders targeting vulnerable women. His crimes remained unsolved for years until forensic evidence and witness accounts finally led investigators to him. In this episode, we explore the chilling case, the lives of his victims, and the relentless pursuit of justice that ultimately brought one of Illinois most notorious killers to light.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://chatgpt.com/c/6a2b5190-e804-83e8-899f-daac5713b52b

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Bright

Fresh out of prison in 2013, Nikko Jenkins unleashed a shocking killing spree that stunned Omaha and captivated the nation. But the murders were only part of the story. Claims of demonic voices, bizarre courtroom behavior, and questions about mental illness turned Jenkins into one of America's most notorious killers. In this episode, we'll explore the twisted case where the line between calculated violence and madness remains hauntingly blurred.

Intro Audio: Gavin Prater

Outro Audio: Jason Poe

Source Credit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikko_jenkins