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In one of the wildest stories we’ve ever covered, True Crimecast takes you to Springfield Township, Ohio, where a routine traffic stop turned into a headline-grabbing mystery involving meth, drug paraphernalia… and a raccoon named Chewy.
Hosts Jamie and John unpack the bizarre arrest of 55-year-old Victoria Vidal, who was found with narcotics, multiple meth pipes, and a live raccoon holding one of them. Yes, really.
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When prison artist and convicted murderer Randolph Dial escaped a minimum-security facility in Oklahoma, no one expected him to vanish without a trace—let alone take the deputy warden’s wife with him. For over a decade, Dial and Bobbi Parker lived in hiding on a rural Texas chicken farm, raising haunting questions: Was Bobbi a victim of a long con and psychological abuse, or was she a willing accomplice in one of the most bizarre prison escapes in American history?
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Today's bonus episode features Christian Apologist, author and detective James Warner Wallace. In the mid 90's, Detective Wallace took an investigative approach when reading the Gospels of Jesus in an effort to prove to himself if they were reliable evidence of Jesus' life, ministry and resurrection. The result changed his life in major ways. It was a privilege to speak with James Warner Wallace on today's bonus episode.
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Juan Gonzalez and Dereck Lopez have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a recent string of armed robberies. Allegedly, these men would scan casinos to look for people cashing out large amounts of money. Once the victims had cashed out and were on the road, the men would block their cars, point weapons at them and demand cash. How much did they steal? How were they caught? Find out on Today's episode of True Crime to Go.
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He was charming, dangerous, and deadly. Glen Edward Rogers, dubbed “The Casanova Killer,” claimed to have murdered as many as 70 people while drifting across the country. In this episode, Jamie and John unravel the twisted path of a man who turned seduction into a weapon, leaving a trail of victims in his wake. From barroom charm to brutal violence, and a shocking final statement before his 2025 execution, this is one of the most unsettling cases we’ve covered. Was Rogers a serial liar—or one of the most prolific killers in U.S. history?
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The Manson murders shook America to its core in 1969. While much has been said about Charles Manson and the infamous Tate-LaBianca killings, today we turn our focus to one of his youngest and most tragic followers: Leslie Van Houten. From a picture-perfect suburban life to LSD-fueled cult devotion and brutal murder, Van Houten's story is one of manipulation, violence, and decades-long controversy. In this episode, Jamie and John take a deep dive into her journey through the Manson Family, her role in the LaBianca murders, the bizarre disappearance of her lawyer during trial, and the complicated road that led to her 2023 parole after more than 50 years behind bars.
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Almost a decade after justice was served for the murder of Holly Bobo, questions have surfaced about the evidence used to put Zach Adams, Dylan Adams, and Jason Autry behind bars.
True Crimecast is thrilled to be joined today by ABC National News correspondent and host of the "What Happened to Holly Bobo?" podcast, Eva Pilgrim. Her new investigation includes recanted confessions and previously unheard interviews from the original investigation and today. Listen in as she breaks down several updates in the case and lets us in on what is to come in new episodes of her podcast.
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On May 13, 1981, shots rang out in St. Peter’s Square as Pope John Paul II was struck by bullets fired at close range. In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unravel the tangled web behind one of history’s most shocking assassination attempts. From Turkish gunman Mehmet Ali Ağca’s shadowy ties to international conspiracies involving the Bulgarian Secret Service and the Soviet KGB, to Pope John Paul II’s remarkable act of forgiveness, this story weaves global politics, religious leadership, and personal redemption into one unforgettable narrative.
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On April 10, 2025, armed assailants stormed a church service in Motherwell, kidnapping Pastor Josh Sullivan in front of his wife, children, and congregation. What followed was a tense five-day investigation involving South Africa’s elite police units—and a dramatic rescue that no one saw coming.
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Tune into True Crimecast for the 2009 tragedy of 8-year-old Robert Manwill, whose abuse by mother Melissa Jenkins and boyfriend Daniel Ehrlich—unmasked by chilling clues—led to a life sentence and plea deal. Discover the investigation, justice, and reforms honoring his legacy.
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In a groundbreaking case out of Chandler, Arizona, the trial of Gabriel Horcasitas takes a stunning turn as the voice of the deceased is brought back to life using artificial intelligence. Join Jamie and John as they unpack the shocking road rage shooting of Christopher Pelkey, the contentious trial that followed, and the unprecedented moment when Pelkey’s AI-generated voice delivered a posthumous impact statement during sentencing. This episode delves into the implications of using AI in courtrooms and how it may forever change the justice system.
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On August 3, 2001, a brutal double homicide in Atlanta's upscale Buckhead neighborhood stunned the community. Alvin Scott, accused of killing his estranged wife Lillia Ivanova and her friend Elie Abi-Saab, vanished without a trace following the calculated attack. In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unpack the chilling details of the crime, explore the suspect’s mysterious background, and examine how Scott—armed with multiple identities and passports—managed to elude capture for over two decades. Was it a crime of passion, or something far more sinister? And could this fugitive still be hiding in plain sight?
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In this gripping episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John unravel the chilling story of Aldrich Ames, a CIA insider who became one of the most devastating traitors in American intelligence history. Unlike the cinematic spy villains of fiction, Ames was a quiet bureaucrat who leveraged his position, knowledge, and the CIA’s own blind spots to sell secrets to the Soviet Union—secrets that led to the deaths of at least 10 U.S. operatives. Listen and explore how Ames gained access, why he did it, and how he stayed hidden for nearly a decade while living a life of luxury funded by betrayal. This is not just a tale of espionage—it’s a haunting reminder of what happens when loyalty is traded for cash, and when the perfect insider becomes the ultimate threat.
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A recent change in College athletics allows student athletes to be paid for their Name, image and likeness. Contracts for some prominent athletes can earn players millions of dollars each year. However, when a player signs with a school, and chooses to transfer to a new school before completing their contract, most schools have not sought the buyout clause. However, as discussed in this episode, this may soon be changing.
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We have covered every type of scumbag that we can imagine on True Crimecast. But, I can not think of a victim who fought harder than Mary Vincent. Her story is as inspiring as it is tragic. God Bless you, Mary.
To hear the rest of Mary's case, visit us on Patreon.com and sign up to support the show!
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In this episode of True Crimecast, Jamie and John explore the alarming case of Latrance Battle, a Florida woman accused of impersonating a federal immigration agent to kidnap her ex-boyfriend’s wife. Wearing a fake ICE shirt and armed with a counterfeit business card, Battle allegedly lured the woman under the false pretense of an immigration-related arrest. What followed was a chilling reminder of how easily law enforcement gear can be purchased online — and how dangerous that access can become in the wrong hands. Join us as we break down the events, the investigation, and the broader implications of impersonation crimes in today’s digital marketplace.
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Derrick Johnson's cerebral palsy left him unable to ever speak a word. However, that changed when an expert in facilitated communication, Anna Stubblefield, met Derrick and helped him speak through her assistance. However, according to Anna, their relationship moved from professional to physical as time passed. Was Derrick in love, or did Anna use Derrick to meet her own evil desires?
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On September 28, 2012, a routine car chase in Arizona quickly spiraled into a national broadcast disaster. As millions watched live on Fox News, 33-year-old Jodon Romero led police on a dangerous, high-speed pursuit through the desert. What viewers didn’t expect was to witness its devastating conclusion—Romero’s suicide, aired unfiltered before the network could cut the feed. The real victims here? Romero's children, who saw this play out right in front of them.
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On August 26, 2015, a routine morning news broadcast turned into a national tragedy when reporter Alison Parker and photojournalist Adam Ward were gunned down live on air. As they interviewed a local community leader in Virginia, the world watched in horror as the unimaginable unfolded on screen.
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Ronald Gene Simmons may be the most evil person who has ever walked this earth. He impregnated his daughter when she was a child. He then went on to murder nearly his entire family. How could one man be so evil? Tune into today's episode to hear about this massacre.
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