Welcome to the family of law enforcement and the two women that want to bring the wild, jaw dropping , and terrifying stories they have heard over the years to you! Hosted by Megan and Ashley, this podcast is a deep dive into Texas true crime cases. Buckle up buttercup because even if you are from Texas we can almost guarantee you, you haven't heard of these crazy cases! New episodes every Monday, follow us on all our socials for all the updates, and you can also watch our episodes on YouTube! If you have any case recommendations or a tale of your own email us at inlawsincrime@gmail.com. And keep your roots deep, and your head on a swivel!
In-Laws in Crime
Claim This Podcastby Megan Sharron & Ashley Russo
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41 episodes
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to the family of law enforcement and the two women that want to bring the wild, jaw dropping , and terrifying stories they have heard over the years to you! Hosted by Megan and Ashley, this podcast is a deep dive into Texas true crime cases. Buckle up buttercup because even if you are from Texas we can almost guarantee you, you haven't heard of these crazy cases! New episodes every Monday, follow us on all our socials for all the updates, and you can also watch our episodes on YouTube! If you have any case recommendations or a tale of your own email us at inlawsincrime@gmail.com. And keep your roots deep, and your head on a swivel!
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Recent Episodes
July 27, 2026
Episode 41 The Trinity River Massacre (Part 1)
On February 15th 1971 the law enforcement community in Dallas was absolutely rocked. A group of 5 deputies who simply wanted to do their job and solve a series of recent burglaries, find themselves in a nightmare situation. The Trinity River hides a lot of secrets, but this event was never meant to be washed away in the rolling waters. Follow us on all our socials, please rate and review us, and come back next week for part 2 of this incredible story!
July 20, 2026
Episode 40: David Penton-A Real Life Monster Part 3
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses child abduction, child murder, and sexual violence against children. Listener discretion is strongly advised. David Elliott Penton has been described by investigators as one of the most dangerous child predators in modern American history. For years, he traveled across multiple states, leaving behind devastated families and unsolved cases before advances in forensic science and relentless detectives finally connected him to a series of horrific crimes. In this episode, we examine the documented timeline of Penton's life—from his military service and the death of his infant son to the abductions and murders that terrorized families in Texas and Ohio during the 1980s. More importantly, this episode is about the children whose lives were stolen and the families who never stopped searching for answers. By continuing to tell these stories, we honor the victims, recognize the investigators who refused to let these cases go cold, and remind ourselves why remembering these crimes still matters today. If you enjoy well-researched true crime focused on East Texas and beyond, please like, subscribe, and share this episode. Your support helps us continue telling the stories that deserve to be remembered.
July 13, 2026
Episode 39: David Penton - A Real Life Monster (Part 2)
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses child abduction, child murder, and sexual violence against children. Listener discretion is strongly advised. David Elliott Penton has been described by investigators as one of the most dangerous child predators in modern American history. For years, he traveled across multiple states, leaving behind devastated families and unsolved cases before advances in forensic science and relentless detectives finally connected him to a series of horrific crimes. In this episode, we examine the documented timeline of Penton's life—from his military service and the death of his infant son to the abductions and murders that terrorized families in Texas and Ohio during the 1980s. More importantly, this episode is about the children whose lives were stolen and the families who never stopped searching for answers. By continuing to tell these stories, we honor the victims, recognize the investigators who refused to let these cases go cold, and remind ourselves why remembering these crimes still matters today. If you enjoy well-researched true crime focused on East Texas and beyond, please like, subscribe, and share this episode. Your support helps us continue telling the stories that deserve to be remembered.
41 total episodes available
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