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Hillbilly Crime Investigates

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Hillbilly Crime is an independent Appalachian investigative podcast hosted by Elizabeth Jones. From the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, we dive deep into crime, corruption, power, and the real stories affecting rural communities that rarely make national headlines. As a single mom in recovery building an investigative media network from my living room, this podcast follows the truth wherever it leads — from courtroom documents and public records to the lived experiences of people in Appalachia. If you believe small towns deserve real journalism, you’re in the right place.

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3/11/2026

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August 8, 2026

A Toy Kitchen & the Babysitter's House

<p>This video, from the Hillbilly Crime channel, discusses the tragic accidental death of three-year-old Briella Holmes (9:21). The toddler passed away on July 27, 2026, after becoming trapped in a wooden toy kitchen at a babysitter&#39;s home in Boynton Beach, Florida (14:27-14:41, 20:25).</p><p><strong>Key aspects of the incident discussed:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Accident:</strong> Investigators believe Briella became trapped while trying to retrieve toys that had fallen into an opening in the play kitchen, where a sink insert was missing (12:26-14:16, 59:58-1:00:35).</li><li><strong>Supervision Concerns:</strong> The host expresses concern regarding the level of supervision, noting that the babysitter left the children in the care of her husband, who was reportedly upstairs and only checking on the children &quot;periodically&quot; (11:03-11:33, 46:48-47:32).</li><li><strong>Medical and Legal Status:</strong> The medical examiner ruled the death an accident caused by &quot;probable positional asphyxia&quot; (15:05-15:10, 1:10:00). As of the recording, no criminal charges have been announced, a fact the host finds surprising compared to other cases they have covered (22:10-22:20, 1:16:09-1:16:21).</li></ul><p><strong>Safety Message:</strong>The host uses this tragedy to urge parents and caregivers to be vigilant about potential household hazards—such as window blind cords, unsecured furniture, and incomplete toys—that can pose severe risks to toddlers (37:52-39:06, 1:05:45-1:06:45).</p><p></p>

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August 7, 2026

We Don't Want It

<p>Commenter tells the PSC that they dont wan&#39;t this data center in their back yards. </p><p>What do you think they will do?</p><p>#hillbillycrime #hillbillyhouse #investigates #datacenter #terawulf #PSC #PublicComments </p>

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August 7, 2026

Me and the Fish? First Responder Story

<p>This episode of Hillbilly Crime, titled &quot;What Happens When Survival Becomes a Cage?&quot; (5:07), features host Elizabeth and guest Gavin Fish discussing the recent case involving the Siders family in Hamden, Ohio. On June 30, 2026, authorities executed search warrants at a home and discovered 16 children living in severe, inhumane conditions (5:42).</p><p><strong>Key Discussion Points:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Victim vs. Perpetrator:</strong> The hosts grapple with the complexity of Elizabeth Siders&#39; role. They discuss whether she is a victim of a cycle of abuse and control—having reportedly married Gary Siders Jr. at age 15—or a perpetrator responsible for the children&#39;s suffering (6:03 - 8:08).</li><li><strong>The Environment of Abuse:</strong> The hosts discuss how the rural setting in Appalachia may have allowed such isolation to go unnoticed (15:36 - 18:00). They emphasize that despite the tragic background of the accused, there is a fundamental need for accountability regarding the children&#39;s welfare (51:30 - 52:00).</li><li><strong>First Responder Perspective:</strong> The video includes an interview with an EMS worker who describes the haunting experience of transporting the children from the scene, noting the pervasive smell and the children&#39;s unresponsive, fearful state (110:42 - 116:00).</li><li><strong>Next Steps:</strong> The hosts discuss the ongoing legal proceedings for the four adults charged, each facing 16 counts of second-degree felony child endangering, and emphasize the necessity of DNA testing to determine parentage and potential further charges (33:30, 1:05:54 - 1:08:21).</li></ul><p>Elizabeth and Gavin both express their hope that the legal system will ensure justice for the children and recognize the dedication of the professionals currently handling the care and recovery of these victims (1:19:00 - 1:19:42).</p><p><br></p>

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What is Hillbilly Crime Investigates?

Hillbilly Crime is an independent Appalachian investigative podcast hosted by Elizabeth Jones. From the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, we dive deep into crime, corruption, power, and the real stories affecting rural communities that rarely make national headlines.

As a single mom in recovery building an investigative media network from my living room, this podcast follows the truth wherever it leads — from courtroom documents and public records to the lived experiences of people in Appalachia.

If you believe small towns deserve real journalism, you’re in the right place.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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