Episodes

  • Suspect Arrested in 2019 Cold Case Murder of 17-Year-Old in Miami Gardens

    Suspect Arrested in 2019 Cold Case Murder of 17-Year-Old in Miami Gardens
    Jul 5 2026
    The episode details the 2026 arrest of Warren Masai Pollock for the 2019 cold case murder of seventeen-year-old Rodney Hinds Jr. in Miami Gardens. After years of investigation and public appeals by the victim's family, new evidence linked the suspect—who was already jailed for a different homicide—to the fatal gas station shooting. The narrative explores the emotional toll on the Hinds family and the persistence of cold case detectives in overcoming stalled leads through modern forensics. It also examines broader issues of gun violence in South Florida and the critical role of community cooperation in solving long-unresolved crimes. Ultimately, the source serves as a comprehensive account of a family's quest for justice and the systemic efforts required to hold violent offenders accountable.



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    50 mins
  • Buried under Concrete: The Murder of Chet Williams and the Search for His Mother

    Buried under Concrete: The Murder of Chet Williams and the Search for His Mother
    Jul 5 2026
    This episode details a multi-year investigation into a cold case homicide in Dolan Springs, Arizona, sparked by the 2021 discovery of human remains beneath a residential concrete slab. Through forensic genetic genealogy and public tips, authorities identified the victim as Chester “Chett” Williams III, a musician who vanished in the late 1990s. The investigation revealed a dark narrative of financial exploitation involving his former partner, Bea Hamilton, who is suspected of killing him and possibly his elderly mother, Naoma Lapinski. Although the primary suspects are deceased, the search for Naoma’s body continues in the desert. These sources illustrate the power of modern DNA technology and persistent detective work in solving long-forgotten crimes.

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    38 mins
  • The Fast Food Killer: A Nightmare in Nashville

    The Fast Food Killer: A Nightmare in Nashville
    Jul 4 2026
    The episode details the investigation and capture of Paul Dennis Reid, a notorious serial killer known as the Fast Food Killer who terrorized Tennessee in 1997. The narrative follows a series of brutal robbery-homicides at various restaurants, including Shoney’s, Captain D’s, Baskin-Robbins, and McDonald’s. Crucial testimony from Jose Gonzalez, a survivor of the McDonald’s attack, and the quick thinking of store manager Mitch Roberts led to the killer's eventual arrest. Through fingerprint evidence and eyewitness identification, Reid was linked to the murders of seven people and received seven death sentences. He ultimately died in prison from natural causes, ending a dark chapter in the state's history. This account highlights the resilience of survivors and the collaborative law enforcement efforts required to stop a violent predator.

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    55 mins
  • Man pleads guilty in 1986 cold case murder of Vermont golf pro

    Man pleads guilty in 1986 cold case murder of Vermont golf pro
    Jul 4 2026
    This episode details the tragic 1986 cold case murder of Sarah Hunter, a respected Vermont golf professional who was abducted and killed after stopping at a gas station. The narrative explores the four-decade pursuit of justice, tracking the investigation from early suspicions of David Allan Morrison to a devastating 2015 legal setback caused by mishandled DNA evidence. It highlights how inter-agency cooperation and the persistence of a retired detective finally led to Morrison’s 2025 confession and guilty plea while he was serving time for other violent crimes. Beyond the criminal proceedings, the source honors Hunter’s professional legacy as a pioneer in women's golf instruction and a beloved community mentor. Ultimately, the account provides a comprehensive look at the evolution of forensic science and the long-awaited closure granted to a grieving family.

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    45 mins
  • Detective Spends 16 Years Solving a Chilling Case

    Detective Spends 16 Years Solving a Chilling Case
    Jul 3 2026
    These transcripts from the television program Cold Case Files detail two separate criminal investigations that were ultimately solved decades after the initial crimes. The first case follows Jeri Elster, a sexual assault survivor who successfully lobbied for California legislative changes to the statute of limitations after DNA evidence identified her attacker too late for prosecution. The second narrative focuses on Detective Dan D'Annunzio’s persistent efforts to prove that a 1978 house fire in Ohio was actually a double homicide. Through forensic anthropology and a crucial witness testimony, investigators revealed that Judith Morris had stabbed her husband and started the blaze to cover her tracks. Both accounts emphasize how advancements in technology and individual tenacity can eventually secure legal accountability in long-dormant cases. Together, the sources illustrate the evolution of forensic science and the pursuit of justice for victims of violent crime.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • A Teen Vanishes, Leaving Only a Blood-Stained Car Behind

    A Teen Vanishes, Leaving Only a Blood-Stained Car Behind
    Jul 3 2026
    This transcript documents the cold case investigation into the 1993 disappearance and murder of Frank McAlister, a nineteen-year-old from Redding, California. After the victim's blood-stained vehicle was discovered abandoned at a local warehouse store, the trail went cold for nearly twenty-five years. The silence finally broke in 2018 when Brian Hawkins approached a news reporter to confess his involvement, citing a religious awakening and decades of guilt. His admission led to the arrest of siblings Shanna and Curtis Culver, who had participated in a robbery and fatal stabbing disguised as a drug deal. The narrative concludes with the legal sentencing of all three suspects, providing a somber resolution for the victim's family after a quarter-century of uncertainty.

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    48 mins
  • A Teacher’s Murder Stayed Cold for 26 Years

    A Teacher’s Murder Stayed Cold for 26 Years
    Jul 3 2026
    The provided transcript documents the long-term investigation and eventual legal resolution of the 1995 murder of Catherine Edwards, a beloved schoolteacher in Beaumont, Texas. For over two decades, the case remained a unsolved mystery despite the presence of DNA evidence and the chilling use of police-grade handcuffs. The investigation reached a turning point through the use of forensic genetic genealogy, which allowed authorities to identify Clayton Foreman as the primary suspect. Foreman was a former acquaintance of the victim who had a prior history of similar violent sexual assault. After a tense interrogation and a trial featuring testimony from a surviving past victim, a jury found Foreman guilty of capital murder. The case highlights how advancing technology and investigative persistence can finally bring justice to families of victims in cold cases.

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    53 mins
  • Woman Found Dead in NH Cold Case Identified as Missing Vt. Woman

    Woman Found Dead in NH Cold Case Identified as Missing Vt. Woman
    Jul 2 2026
    After lying unidentified for over five decades, the remains of Nancy Gale Erickson have finally been linked to a 1973 missing persons case through advanced DNA forensics. Erickson was a young nurse from New York who vanished shortly after starting a new life in Vermont, leaving behind a trail of sudden departures and personal struggles. While her discovery in a rural New Hampshire forest initially led to her being labeled as "Marlborough Jane Doe," collaborative efforts between various law enforcement agencies restored her identity in 2025. The source details her career history, her brief legal issues, and the tireless work of the Cold Case Unit to provide her family with long-awaited answers. This resolution highlights the effectiveness of modern genetic genealogy in solving historic mysteries and honoring the lives of those forgotten by time. Authorities are now shifting their investigation toward determining the exact cause of her death and her final movements.

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    34 mins