In June 2019, 19-year-old Cynthia "CeeCee" Hoffman of Anchorage, Alaska, was brutally murdered in a crime fueled by online manipulation. She was lured to Thunderbird Falls under the guise of a hiking trip by her so-called friend, Denali Brehmer, and others. Once there, Hoffman was bound with duct tape and shot execution-style before being pushed into a river. Authorities quickly uncovered the shocking motive behind the murder when they traced digital communications . The case exposed the dangers of online deception and how easily individuals can be manipulated into committing heinous acts.

In this gripping episode, we delve into the tragic and horrifying case of Bobbie Jo Stinnett, a young mother-to-be whose life was stolen in a shocking act of violence. On a quiet December day in 2004, the small town of Skidmore, Missouri, became the epicenter of a crime that stunned the nation. Bobbie Jo, eight months pregnant and full of hope for the future, fell victim to a calculated and gruesome plan orchestrated by Lisa Montgomery, a woman with a web of lies and a dark agenda.

MENTAL HEALTH:

If you or someone you know is in need of mental health support/resources, please reach out to SAMHSA at 800-662-HELP. Or contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There are supportive people who love you and will help you through this.

Madeline Kingsbury, a vibrant 26-year-old mother of two, vanished without a trace in March 2023, leaving her family and community in shock and placed a spotlight on her former partner, Adam Fravel. This story is about a missing mother—but also a call to confront the realities of domestic abuse and its devastating consequences.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT:

If you or someone you know is in need of support please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for free, confidential help. Available 24/7, their trained advocates offer guidance, resources, and a listening ear. You can also call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or chat. You don’t have to face this alone—support is just a call or click away.

MENTAL HEALTH:

If you or someone you know is in need of mental health support/resources, please reach out to SAMHSA at 800-662-HELP. Or contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There are supportive people who love you and will help you through this. Remember, you are very loved.

Come join us as we delve into the intertwined lives of Elizabeth Grimes, Melvin Grimes, and John Keeney—a story marked by love, conflict, and tragedy. We uncover the events that brought these individuals together, the choices that led to devastating consequences, and the ripple effects that followed.

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Carla Walker, a vibrant and well-loved 17-year-old high school student from Fort Worth, Texas, was tragically abducted on February 17, 1974. After a Valentine’s Day dance, she was forcibly taken from her boyfriend's car in a sudden and brutal attack. Days later, her body was discovered in a culvert, revealing she had been brutally assaulted and murdered.

For decades, Carla’s case remained unsolved, leaving her family and the community in anguish. However, in 2020, advancements in DNA technology led to a breakthrough. Police arrested and charged Glen McCurley, who had long been a suspect but evaded justice due to the lack of evidence at the time. His DNA linked him to Carla’s murder, and he was convicted, bringing long-overdue closure to her family.

Carla’s case is a haunting reminder of the impact of violent crime, the perseverance of investigators, and the power of modern forensic science in solving cold cases.

In July 2022, Mackenzie Shirilla drove at high speeds into a brick wall, that took the lives of her boyfriend, Dominic Russo, and friend Davion Flanagan and what initially appeared to be a tragic accident turned into a criminal investigation. Prosecutors argued that Shirilla intentionally crashed the car, with evidence from surveillance footage and data showing no attempts to brake. Shirilla was charged with murder, and the case raised questions about motive, mental health, and the dynamics of her relationship with Russo.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT:

If you or someone you know is in need of support please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for free, confidential help. Available 24/7, their trained advocates offer guidance, resources, and a listening ear. You can also call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or chat. You don’t have to face this alone—support is just a call or click away.

Nicholas Browning, a 15 year old from Maryland, committed a shocking crime in February 2008 when he killed his parents and two younger brothers in their family home. After committing the murders of his parents and two younger brothers, Nick tried to act as though he had nothing to do with the crime. To create an alibi, he left his family’s home and spent the night at a friend’s house, behaving as if it were an ordinary evening. The next morning, he continued to act casually, hanging out with friends and going about his day as usual. Later that day, he returned to his family’s house with his friends, where he "discovered" the bodies and pretended to be in shock.

In this heart-wrenching story, we cover the heartbreaking case of Lucia and Leo Krim, two young children whose lives were cut tragically short. We examine the details of the case, including the family’s background, the events leading up to the tragedy, and the devastating aftermath. We explore the impact of this tragedy on the Krim family and how they turned their grief into action, founding the Lulu & Leo Fund to help others foster resilience and creativity in the face of hardship.

If you or someone you know is in need of mental health support/resources, please reach out to SAMHSA at 800-662-HELP. Or contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There are supportive people who love you and will help you through this.