True Crime with Rachel Shannon

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  Boyfriend Kills Her Roommate While She Stands By 22.07.2026 25min

  In this video, we discuss the tragic case of Alexis Crawford, a Clark Atlanta student who filed a sexual assault report shortly before her disappearance. UPDATE: a case stuck in legal limbo. Both defendants remain charged but untried after six years of pretrial legal battles. National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 #AlexisCrawford #TrueCrime #JusticeForAlexis #SexualAssaultAwareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  She Poisoned Her Friend Because she was Jealous of Her?! 19.07.2026 31min

  In this video, I talk about the devastating murder of Mirna Salihin. The fact that she poisoned her in public and could just sit there and watch. Something about that just makes my stomach churn. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  He Told Her That She Should Be in the Kitchen Baking. So She Set Him on Fire... 18.07.2026 24min

  A night meant for reunion among lifelong friends turned into a horrifying act of violence on January 7th. After heavy drinking, tensions escalated when one friend told the only woman in the group she should be in the kitchen baking scones. This led Corbie Walpole to threaten to set her friend Jake Loader on fire, a threat that tragically became reality, leaving him in agony. In this true crime case, we explore the events leading to this act, the aftermath investigations, and Corbie's response to her actions. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How a Rolex Solved The Murder of Ronald Platt and Uncovered a Life of Lies 16.07.2026 59min

  In today's video, we explore Ronald's case, drawing on insights from a range of credible sources including Crime and Investigation, various newspapers, historical articles, Globe and Mail, Boss Hunting, Macleans, History Daily, Medium Crimebeat, and local press articles about notorious killers. #RonaldCase #TrueCrime #NotoriousKillers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  These DEADLY Mistakes Lead to the HEINOUS Murder of Tech CEO Pava Lapere 15.07.2026 30min

  The case inspired legislation in Maryland to eliminate diminution credits (The Pava Marie LaPere Act) for first-degree sex offenders. Billingsley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder of LaPere, as well as the attack on Hurley and Gilmore. He was sentenced to three life sentences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Ex-Boyfriend Couldn't Stand That She Decided To Leave Him 12.07.2026 21min

  Kathleen Moore, known as "Kit Kat," was 34, working as a bartender/waitress, and pursuing a phlebotomy degree to become a nurse. She was last seen spending time with her best friend Nikki and her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Colin Knapp... UPDATE: The case is fully resolved. Collin Knapp is serving life in prison for the first-degree murder of Kathleen. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 #truecrime #casesolved #kathleenmoore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  OnlyFans Model Admits to Killing Man in Twisted Fetish Encounter 11.07.2026 29min

  A middle-aged man paid over $11,000 for an extreme fetish encounter, leading to his death shortly after. This case has ignited a debate about consent, personal responsibility, and the legal boundaries surrounding dangerous sexual activities that end in tragedy. We explore the case of Michaela Rylaarsdam, an OnlyFans creator and escort, who became the center of a homicide investigation following the incident during a BDSM session. The complexities of this case reveal much more than what initially meets the eye. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Father Dies a Hero Protecting Family 09.07.2026 20min

  In this heartbreaking true crime case I examine the murder of Elias Otero, a young man who lost his life while trying to protect his family during a violent kidnapping and robbery. After his brother was lured into a trap through social media, armed suspects forced their way to the family's home. When Elias confronted them in an effort to save his brother, he was fatally shot. Investigators later uncovered a carefully planned robbery that escalated into murder. In this episode, we break down the kidnapping plot, the investigation, and the heroic actions that made Elias Otero's final moments a remarkable act of courage. UPDATE: Both suspects have been sentenced. Shooter Adrian Avila pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and received 29 years in prison (April 2024). Accomplice Anna Bella Dukes pleaded guilty to armed robbery and was sentenced to 5 years (November 2025). Elias’s mother co-founded the New Mexico Crusaders for Justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Twisted Couple Adopts Baby So They Can Do Horrific Things To Him 07.07.2026 55min

  When 9-month-old Preston Davey was placed with his adoptive parents, it seemed like a happy ending. However, behind closed doors, a dark reality unfolded. After months of suffering, investigators uncovered details about the tragic treatment Preston faced in his final four months, which were so horrific that even seasoned officers deemed it the worst case they had ever encountered. This true crime case delves into the circumstances surrounding Baby Preston and the consequences for those responsible. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  She Murdered Over 300 People! Kristen Gilbert. Part 2 05.07.2026 52min

  Those around Kristen began to notice alarming patterns of deaths linked to her work schedule, leading to an urgent effort to conceal her actions as police started to unveil the truth. Special thanks to "Perfect Poison: A Female Serial Killer's Deadly Medicine" by M. William Phelps. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Evil And Horrifying Killer Nurse Who Deceived Everyone: Kristen Gilbert. Part 1 04.07.2026 59min

  Kristen Gilbert was a respected nurse whose shifts coincided with a troubling number of patient deaths, leading colleagues to suspect there might be foul play involved. Initially dismissed as coincidences, the rising death toll raised significant concern among her peers. This video explores the potential dark truths behind these alarming events. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Family Feud Contestant Makes Haunting Joke Before Murdering His Wife 03.07.2026 33min

  This is the case of Rebecca Bliefnick. Today, we delve into the Pike County massacre trial and the events surrounding it. The focus is on the testimonies and pivotal moments in the court proceedings, as well as the timeline of the tragic Rhoden family murders. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  "Play Fight" Ends with Dad Brutally Stabbing Young Daughter to Death: He Claims it was an Accident 01.07.2026 38min

  On what should have been an ordinary Friday night, 14-year-old Scarlett Vickers was spending time with her parents in their home in Durham, England. A playful joke quickly turned into a nightmare when paramedics found Scarlett lying on the floor, covered in blood from a stab wound to her chest. Her father claims it was a freak accident, but the investigation revealed a more sinister scenario. Did a loving father stab his daughter out of anger over a harmless joke, or was this truly a tragic accident? #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Police Refuse to Investigate her Murder, so her Own Father had to Solve the Case 27.06.2026 35min

  Elly Warren was a 20-year-old woman with a passion for adventure. During her six-week trip in a country she loved, her tragically discovered body on November 9, 2016, raised many questions. Found partially nude, with her clothes torn, the circumstances surrounding her death have led to speculation about a possible cover-up, as local police have refused to investigate. UPDATE: The case remains unsolved despite the homicide ruling. No one has been charged. Paul Warren is publishing a book called "Hunting Elly's Killer" on June 30, 2026, presenting what he describes as a "full, factual, and evidence-based account" of his daughter's murder and the years-long investigation, drawn from recordings, court transcripts, and forensic reports. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Drugs, Money and a Biker Gang?! The Careaga Family Murders 25.06.2026 36min

  We delve into the tragic story surrounding the Careaga family, focusing on the quadruple homicide that rocked Kitsap County. UPDATE: The case is now fully resolved. On April 5, 2024, all three suspects were found guilty of four counts of first-degree premeditated murder, four counts of first-degree murder, attempted murder, and first-degree arson. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #familymurder #careagafamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Entitled Teen Stalker Livestreams After Horrifying Double Murder 23.06.2026 43min

  Two teenage best friends, Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas, set out for an evening ride to get boba tea in Cranford, New Jersey, but tragically both girls lost their lives. Initially believed to be a hit-and-run accident, investigations uncovered a complex story of months of stalking, harassment, and threats against one of the victims. The suspect went live on social media the day after the crash to respond to viewer accusations. This video examines the case details, highlighting ignored red flags and questioning whether this tragedy could have been prevented. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Father of 2 Tragically Murdered in Front of his Daughters 20.06.2026 27min

  UPDATE: The case is fully resolved. Judge Eleanor J. Hunter sentenced him to 119 years to life in prison — 40 years to life for the murder. He will almost certainly die in prison. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #tristanbeaudette Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Teenager Brutally Murders His Own Mother! 19.06.2026 35min

  On the night of August 10, 2012, a mother was brutally murdered in her home, which was subsequently set ablaze. The perpetrator confessed to the crime but claimed he was hearing voices compelling him to commit it. He also attempted to implicate another suspect. This video explores the court's acceptance of his insanity plea and investigates whether the other suspect was truly responsible for the crime. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Netflix's "The Witness" Left Out A Lot! 16.06.2026 58min

  Netflix recently released "The Witness," a dramatized series, alongside the documentary "The Murder of Rachel Nickell." While the documentary offers a solid overview of the case, this video goes deeper, uncovering details from newspaper archives, court documents, and historic coverage. It reveals vital evidence and analyzes the systemic failures that led to the devastation of numerous families. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Landlord Burned an Entire Family, Then Claimed it was Self-Defense 14.06.2026 31min

  In June 2024, a young family of four vanished from a rural Florida property, leading to a troubling family homicide investigation. Rain Mancini, Phillip Zilliot, and their two children, Karma and Philly, had recently moved onto the property of their longtime friend, Rory Atwood. Concerned family members reported them missing, prompting investigators to discover unsettling clues, including a horrifying FaceTime call, multiple alleged confessions, and a burn pit that revealed a disturbing truth. This video breaks down the timeline of events, the investigation, witness statements, and the various conflicting accounts of what transpired. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices