In this gripping episode, we dive into the tragic story of 21-year-old Kathleen Twarowski, whose life was cut short by the hands of her abusive ex-boyfriend, John Cumbee. After enduring a harrowing pattern of stalking and violence, Kathleen's fears became a horrifying reality when she was murdered. The aftermath saw Cumbee convicted and sentenced to life in prison, but the narrative takes a chilling twist as he now collaborates with the Illinois Innocence Project, claiming his wrongful conviction. Join us as we explore the complexities of abuse, the flaws in the justice system, and the lingering questions surrounding guilt and innocence in a case that still haunts Kathleen's loved ones.
Sources:
https://www.shawlocal.com/northwest-herald/news/crime-and-courts/2023/07/08/woman-killed-by-cop-boyfriend-in-1992-was-one-in-a-million/ (https://www.shawlocal.com/northwest-herald/news/crime-and-courts/2023/07/08/woman-killed-by-cop-boyfriend-in-1992-was-one-in-a-million/)
https://www.chicagotribune.com/1992/11/05/ex-boyfriend-charged-in-mystery-killing/ (https://www.chicagotribune.com/1992/11/05/ex-boyfriend-charged-in-mystery-killing/)
https://www.shawlocal.com/northwest-herald/2023/06/02/former-spring-grove-man-serving-life-in-prison-for-killing-his-girlfriend-in-1992-cites-new-dna-testing-in-motion/ (https://www.shawlocal.com/northwest-herald/2023/06/02/former-spring-grove-man-serving-life-in-prison-for-killing-his-girlfriend-in-1992-cites-new-dna-testing-in-motion/)
https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/il-court-of-appeals/1247266.html (https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/il-court-of-appeals/1247266.html)
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20230604/ex-fox-lake-cop-convicted-of-murder-seeks-new-round-of-dna-testing/ (https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20230604/ex-fox-lake-cop-convicted-of-murder-seeks-new-round-of-dna-testing/)
https://krvlegal.com/ex-officers-trial-delayed-4th-time-year/2002/12/ (https://krvlegal.com/ex-officers-trial-delayed-4th-time-year/2002/12/)
https://ground.news/article/former-spring-grove-man-serving-life-in-prison-for-killing-his-girlfriend-in-1992-cites-new-dna-testing-in-motion (https://ground.news/article/former-spring-grove-man-serving-life-in-prison-for-killing-his-girlfriend-in-1992-cites-new-dna-testing-in-motion)
https://www.newspapers.com/article/northwest-herald-cumbee-11-8-92-part-2/31961938/ (https://www.newspapers.com/article/northwest-herald-cumbee-11-8-92-part-2/31961938/)
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23 Sept 2024
3: Missing: Layla Santanello
In this gripping episode, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of 20-year-old Layla Santanello, a devoted young mother from Kingsport, Tennessee. On a warm June day in 2023, Layla vanished from an empty field near the Americourt Hotel, leaving her family and the community in turmoil. As her mother tirelessly advocates for her daughter on TikTok, aiming to keep Layla’s name alive amidst the swirling chaos, false leads and unverified sightings complicate the investigation. Disturbingly, ransom requests began appearing on Layla's Cash App, raising questions about her fate, while the shocking parallel disappearance of another young girl further rattled the town. Join us as we explore the heartbreaking journey of a mother fighting for justice, the challenges of navigating a tangled web of misinformation, and the desperate search for a beloved daughter whose story has captured the attention of many.
Sources:
https://www.tiktok.com/@abeautifuldisaster101?lang=en (https://www.tiktok.com/@abeautifuldisaster101?lang=en)
https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/keep-her-story-alive-layla-santanellos-disappearance-hits-1-year-mark/ (https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/keep-her-story-alive-layla-santanellos-disappearance-hits-1-year-mark/)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/jointheofficialsearchforlaylasantanello/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/jointheofficialsearchforlaylasantanello/)
https://www.kingsporttn.gov/kpd-e-news-release-frequently-asked-questions-about-the-layla-santanello-case/ (https://www.kingsporttn.gov/kpd-e-news-release-frequently-asked-questions-about-the-layla-santanello-case/)
https://wcyb.com/news/local/family-clings-to-hope-on-one-year-anniversary-of-layla-santanellos-disappearance (https://wcyb.com/news/local/family-clings-to-hope-on-one-year-anniversary-of-layla-santanellos-disappearance)
https://www.newsnationnow.com/missing/layla-santanello-hollynn-snapp/ (https://www.newsnationnow.com/missing/layla-santanello-hollynn-snapp/)
https://www.timesnews.net/news/crime/one-year-since-layla-santanellos-disappearance-one-person-knows-something/article_2de0342c-34b7-11ef-b473-e327a40179f7.html (https://www.timesnews.net/news/crime/one-year-since-layla-santanellos-disappearance-one-person-knows-something/article_2de0342c-34b7-11ef-b473-e327a40179f7.html)
https://www.instagram.com/abeautifuldisaster101/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/abeautifuldisaster101/?hl=en)
https://wcyb.com/news/local/where-is-layla-santanello-kingsport-police-address-faqs-amid-ongoing-search (https://wcyb.com/news/local/where-is-layla-santanello-kingsport-police-address-faqs-amid-ongoing-search)
https://www.yahoo.com/news/vigil-held-one-layla-santanello-032243438.html (https://www.yahoo.com/news/vigil-held-one-layla-santanello-032243438.html)
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20 May 2024
2: Unsolved: Keenan Carter
What seemed to be a normal Wednesday morning, turns out to be a nothing short of a nightmare for one family. On October 3rd, 2018, a homeowner walks out of their front door to head to work and came across a gruesome discovery. Laying in the grass next to an unknown vehicle, was the lifeless body of 33-year-old actor, Keenan Carter. Since 2018, there has been little movement in Keenan's case leaving it a struggle for detectives to bring his killer to justice. All that has been left behind is secrets and a killer on the loose.
Episode Sources:
Carter-Flyer (cityofsouthfultonga.gov) (https://www.cityofsouthfultonga.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3505/Carter-Flyer?bidId=)
Georgia actor may have been meeting online date prior to his death (fox5atlanta.com) (https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/georgia-actor-may-have-been-meeting-online-date-prior-to-his-death)
Family pushes for new tips in Georgia actor's murder investigation, 1 year later (fox5atlanta.com) (https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/family-pushes-for-new-tips-in-georgia-actors-murder-investigation-1-year-later)
South Fulton police release new lead in actor's cold case death | 11alive.com (https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/new-lead-in-georgia-actors-2018-cold-case-murder/85-58ed20bf-ea4d-4145-9b70-41002a1bfbb8)
MYC Agnew - IMDb (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0013147/)
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13 May 2024
1: Inside the Case Trailer
Join Kenzi Durbin, the former Co-Host of Crimeaholics on an investigative journey fighting for justice. Inside the Case sheds light on the often-overlooked cases of the missing and murdered, giving voice to those who have been silenced for far too long. Together we will explore the tangled webs of suspicion, the red herrings, and the breakthroughs that bring hope to those left behind. Inside the Case... Where ordinary streets hide extraordinary stories.
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