True Crimecast

Between 1971 and 1979, at least 8 women were murdered by the evil hands of Rodney Alcala. Traveling from coast to coast, and even making an appearance on national television on the game show "The Dating Game," Rodney alluded responsibly for his evil deeds. How was Rodney captured? Was justice served for his crimes? This is True Crimecast.

John Price had heard about Katherine Knight’s violent reputation. He was aware of the abuse her boyfriends had suffered, but he just knew their relationship would be different. After giving it his best shot, he filed a restraining order in February of the year 2000. That would be last thing he would ever do. What drove Katherine to slaughter and skin John Price? Can justice ever happen in response to such a vicious crime? This is True Crimecast.

For Denise Bulger, February 12, 1993 started out to be a normal day of running errands in Kirkby, England. However, this day would change her life forever. Her son, 2 year old James Bulger was lead away from his mother. His young broken body was found two days later, cut in half by a passing train. Who is responsible for James’ death? Was justice served for his grieving family? This is True CrimeCast.

Since 1987, the McDonald’s Monopoly game has given customers the opportunity to win cash and prizes for feasting on Big Macs and fries. What fans of the golden arches didn’t realize is that the game was rigged all along. How did a man named “Uncle Jerry” gain control of and distribute all of the major prizes? And since he was convicted in 2001, why are we just now realizing that we were all victims of this scam? This is True Crimecast.

On May 21st, 1927, Charles Lindbergh became a household name when he became the first person to ever fly solo over the Atlantic Ocean. Unfortunately, his instant popularity made him a target for one of the most notorious kidnapping cases the world has ever known. On March 1st, 1932, Charles Lindbergh Jr was settled into his bed in for the night, when someone used a ladder to climb to the 2nd story window and take the child from his family. The kidnapper left behind a note containing details of a ransom that would need to be paid in order for the child’s safe return to his family. Two agonizing months after Charles Jr. vanished, his dead body was found within miles of his home. Who was responsible for the kidnapping and death of Charles Lindbergh Jr. Was justice appropriately served this his family? This is True CrimeCast.

Spreckels Mansion is a magnificent, multi-million dollar home in beautiful Coronado, California. But in July of 2011, it became the site of multiple mysterious deaths. 6 year old Max Shacknai and 30 year old Rebecca Zahau suffered unthinkable tragedies within 48 hours of one another. Was Max’s death an accident? Did Rebecca take her own life? Or is there evidence that could point to murder? This is True Crimecast.

On January 15th, 1947, a young mother and her 3 year old child were walking to a shoe repair shop when they suddenly saw the body of Elizabeth Short laying in a vacant lot in Las Angeles, California. Elizabeth’s naked body was cut cleanly in half at the waist, and had been completely drained of her blood before being dumped. 71 years later, her death remains one of LAPD’s oldest and most famous cold cases. Will the murderer every be identified? Could new leads shine light on this dark mystery? This is True Crimecast.

Philip Markoff was living the American Dream. A talented, good looking young man from Syracuse, New York, he was planning his wedding with his beautiful fiancé and being praised as at the top student at the Boston University School of Medicine. But he also had a dark side. His addictions to gambling and sex led him down a path that no one could have predicted. A path that ultimately led to murder. How did someone with so much going for him become the Craigslist Killer? This is True Crimecast.

On August 29th, 1989, José Menendez, a wealthy entertainment executive, and his wife Kitty were brutally gunned down inside their lavash Beverly Hills Mansion. Their sons, Lyle and Erik found their lifeless bodies and called police which begin an intense investigation to discover who was behind their murders. Soon after their parents deaths, the brothers began an extravagant spending spree totaling over 1 million dollars. Did the Mernendez brothers kill their own parents to receive their inheritance? Could they get away with such a horrific crime? This is True CrimeCast.

On August 28, 2003, Brian Wells walked into a PNC bank with a bomb attached to his neck and demanded $250,000. Brian was quickly apprehended by police and, within a matter of minutes, he met his demise as the explosive suddenly detonated. Who was behind this plot? And what do we know about what really happened that day in Erie, Pennsylvania when the attempted robbery left a trail of dead bodies in its wake? This is True Crimecast.

After disappearing in June of 2008, Caylee Anthony’s skeletal remains are discovered just a quarter mile from her home. As her mother Casey’s house of lies begins to crumble, she becomes the only suspect in Caylee’s murder. Did her behavior reflect that of a grieving mother? Of a killer? Or of a woman that is happy to be free from the responsibility of parenthood? Back with part two of the Casey Anthony case, this is True Crimecast.

On July 15, 2008, Cindy Anthony called 911 to report that her granddaughter was missing. 2-year-old Caylee had not been seen since June 16th, and her mother Casey had been lying about her location the entire time. What really happened to Caylee Anthony? Was Casey really the monster that the media portrayed? This is True Crimecast.

On March 1st 2004, after a long, bitter divorce Drew Peterson’s ex-wife, Kathleen Savio, is found dead in her bathtub. While the circumstances seemed odd, Officer Drew Peterson was not charged in Kathleen’s death. On October 29th 2007, his new wife, Stacy Cales, is reported as a missing person. Could the disappearence of Stacy shine new light on the death of Kathleen? Could this decorated police officer somehow be responsible for both of these tragedies? This is True CrimeCast.

In the early 1980’s, Chino Hills, California was an affluent city that seemed to be immune to violent crime. That all changed on June 5th, 1983 when a quadruple homicide at the home of Doug and Peggy Ryen devastated the entire community. A man hunt commenced to find the killer, and within a matter of days, prison escapee Kevin Cooper was identified and charged with the murder. In a very controversial decision, Cooper was found guilty and sentenced to death. Did the police get their man? Or is the real killer still out there? This is True Crimecast. Governor Edmund G. Brown c/o State Capitol, Suite 1173 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone: (916) 445-2841 Fax: (916) 558-3160

John Wayne Gacy was a business owner, a party clown, a husband, and a father. He is also one of America’s most notorious serial killers. Between 1972 and 1978, Gacy brutally murdered at least 33 young boys. What lead this man to become a monster? Was justice served for his Innocent victims? This is true crime cast.

On May 11 of 2011, Timmothy Pitzen’s mother Amy picked him up early from school unexpectedly. In the following days, the two of them went on what appeared to be a fun-filled road trip…right up until Amy was found dead in a hotel room with a suicide note by her side. Did Amy take Timmothy somewhere safe before killing herself, or could she have hurt him as well before taking her own life? Listen in as John and Jamie share the details of the case and discuss popular theories about Timothy's disappearance.

On May 3rd, 2007, three year old Madeleine McCann was on holiday with her family in Praia da luz, Portugal when the unthinkable happened. While Madeline's parents were having drinks at a nearby bar, leaving their three children alone in the apartment, Madeline vanished. Was she abducted by a stranger, or was someone close to her responsible for her disappearance? Join Jamie and john as they discuss the details of that night in an effort to discover the truth.

On Christmas Eve of 2002, Scott Peterson left his pregnant wife, Laci, at home to go on a fishing trip. Scott returned home later that day to find his wife gone with no indication of where she may have gone. Police found no evidence of foul play at the house, but clues quickly emerged to call Scott’s alibi into question. Did Scott Peterson murder his wife? Or is he, too, a victim in this scenario? This is True Crimecast.

Jeffrey Dahmer is one of America’s most well known serial killers. From 1978 - 1991, Dahmer killed 16 men in the most brutal fashion we have ever discussed on this show. Tune in to hear Jamie and John discuss the sinister details of the Jeffrey Dahmer murders.

From a Murder Castle to assuming multiple identities, the legend of H.H. Holmes is quite the story. But what was the reality? Were there really hundreds of victims? Did Holmes prey on visitors to the 1893’s World’s Fair? Jamie and John separate myth from truth in this week’s episode.