Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman

“Bruce Mendenhall” also known as the “Truck Stop Killer” left a trail of terror throughout the state of Tennessee as well as at least 5 other states in the mid 2000’s while targeting truck stop sex workers in the course of his job as a long haul truck driver.In 2007 Mendenhall was arrested at a truck stop by legendary Nashville homicide detective Pat Postiglione, likely in the act of targeting another victim. This arrest would lead to a confession of six murders although Mendenhall is suspected in many more throughout the United States.“50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”.Chapters05:43 The Case of Symantha Winters07:22 The Murder of Sarah Nicole Holburt09:19 Detective Pat Postiglione's Investigation15:55 The Arrest of Bruce Mendenhall19:28 The Interrogation Begins24:28 Discovering More Victims27:32 Timeline of Convictions31:43 Trials and Sentencing35:06 Current Status of Bruce Mendenhall35:31 Suspected Cold Cases46:28 The Ongoing InvestigationJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

“Westley Devone Harris” was convicted and sentenced to death for the murder of (6) members of his girlfriend’s family in rural Crenshaw County, Alabama. What started out as a romance with a 14 year old girl turned into a massacre at the Ball Family Farm when Harris was ran off of the farm after is constant abuse of his girlfriend led the fame members to take action. What happened next would solidify him as one of Alabama’s most dangerous and notorious inmates.“50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”.Chapters01:35 The Nightmare Begins11:32 The Violent Confrontation12:28 The Horrific Break-In17:05 The Unthinkable Murders19:35 The Manhunt for Wesley20:49 The Trials of Justice24:14 Life on Death RowJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

“The Carr Brothers” Reginald and Jonathan Carr were convicted and sentenced to death in Kansas after going on a week long crime spree in the year 2000 resulting in the murder of five people and leaving a string of at least seven victims. The crimes of these two men would become known as the “Wichita Massacre”.“50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”.Chapters02:43 The Wichita Massacre06:11 The Carr Brothers' Background06:47 First Victim: Andrew Schreiber13:59 The Second Victim: Ann Walenta18:00 Five Victims in One Night25:18 Arrest of the Carr Brothers34:02 Trials and SentencingJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Wayne C. Doty, is a Florida death row inmate whose life of violence spans two brutal murders and a shocking request for execution by electric chair—the only prisoner in the state to make that choice.    Serving a life sentence for the 1996 fatal shooting of night watchman Harvey Horne II during a drug-fueled robbery at a Plant City manufacturing plant,  Doty escalated his crimes in 2011 by stabbing and strangling fellow inmate Xavier Rodriguez to death alongside accomplice William E. Wells. Pleading guilty without remorse, Doty openly stated he’d kill again if given the chance, leading to a death sentence.“50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”.Chapters06:30 The Early Years of Wayne Doty09:51 The Murder of Harvey Horne14:17 Life in Florida State Prison18:09 The Fatal Encounter with Xavier Rodriguez26:25 Trial and the Death Penalty29:53 Doty's Controversial Execution ChoiceJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Texas Death Row inmate Billy Joel Tracy was sentenced to (2) life sentences for the attempted murder of a 16 year old Texas teen. Billy’s evil life behind bars was even worse. His reign of terror would result in 27 separate altercations with correctional officers culmination in a death sentence in 2017 for the murder of a correctional officer while incarcerated. Billy Joel Tracy is widely considered the most dangerous inmate in the state of Texas and as part of a brand new series titled “50 Shades of Evil”, Jim Chapman and Bloody Angola Podcast are bringing you all the details.Chapters05:00 Billy's Troubled Childhood10:07 The Assault on Kasey Kuhn16:02 Life Sentences and Prison Violence17:18 The Attack on Correctional Officer Katie Stanley20:42 Another Attack on a Correctional Officer26:23 The Murder of Correctional Officer Timothy Davidson32:54 Life on Death Row44:33 The Vey Definition of a Narcissist Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim dives deep into the story of Tiffany Cole, the Florida convict behind one of the most gruesome crimes in recent history. From her role in the 2005 kidnapping of retirees Carol and Reggie Sumner, to the nightmarish details of their burial alive in a remote Georgia grave, Jim unpacks the greed-fueled plot that led to her conviction and the new law in Florida that enabled her to escape Death Row.Chapters02:29 The Early Life of Tiffany Cole 09:43 Life with Violence15:47 A Dark Turn20:37 The Disappearance of the Sumners23:13 The Investigation Ramps Up31:47 The Arrests Are Imminent36:20 Michael Jackson's Interrogation 01:24:16 The Weight of EvidenceJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Jim completes his look into what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein. Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado. Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim explores what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein.  Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado. Chapters03:29 The early life of Thomas Silverstein.07:18 First incarceration.11:37 Rise of the Aryan Brotherhood.13:36 The first murder and its consequences.14:36 Transfer to Marion and a new beginning.21:21 The killing of Officer Clutts.22:25 Life means life.26:08 Transfer to ADX Florence.29:25 Silverstein's lawsuit.Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Updated with new informationIn the pre-dawn hours of August 16, 2012, a quiet trailer park in LaPlace, Louisiana, erupted into chaos as a group tied to the anti-government sovereign citizens movement ambushed St. John the Baptist Parish deputies. What began as a shooting in a refinery parking lot quickly escalated into a deadly firefight, claiming the lives of Deputies Brandon Nielsen and Jeremy Triche, while wounding two others.In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim dives deep into this case: the ideology fueling the sovereign citizens group led by Terry Smith, the roles of primary shooters Brian  Smith and Kyle  Joekel, and the arsenal recovered from the scene. We’ll explore the arrests of seven suspects, the emotional trials that followed—including Joekel’s 2020 conviction and death sentence—and the lingering questions around Brian Smith’s mental competency, which has prevented his trial to this day.Chapters05:55 A Town's Heritage: Laplace, Louisiana07:29 The Incident Unfolds: Valero Refinery Shooting11:59 Innocent: Tanisha Bright's Story19:15 The Shootout: Chaos at the Trailer Park29:16 The Aftermath: Investigating the Attack31:17 Sovereign Citizens: The Ideology33:32 A Family's Past: The Smiths' Background39:29 The Escape Plan: Terry Smith’s Scheme42:18 The Perpetrators: Who They Were45:55 The Second Shooter: Kyle Joekel Background49:26 The Co-Conspirators: A Deeper Look54:53 Testimonies: Voices from the Scene1:04:15 The Sentences: Justice Served?1:19:07 Honoring the Fallen: Remembering the Heroes

Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola recently hosted its first-ever father-daughter dance in partnership with the nonprofit organization God Behind Bars. The event allowed incarcerated fathers to reunite with their daughters, some after years of separation, for an emotional and special bonding experience.Chapters01:39 APositive Story02:44 The Dance at Angola Prison06:11 The Importance of Father-Daughter Bonds09:50 Preparing for the Event 11:09 Anticipation and Excitement14:15 Moments of Reflection16:06 The Impact of Absence18:01 Emotional Reunion19:16 Brotherhood Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Jim Chapman brings you inside several stories from convicts themselves who spent Thanksgiving in prison.Chapters01:40 Thanksgiving in Prison02:19 First Thanksgiving Stories07:46 Pandemic Challenges09:55 Food and Family Memories14:16 Perspectives on Thanksgiving23:44 Emotions and Reflections28:57 Connection and SolidarityJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Jim Chapman recounts the story of Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola inmate Doulas “The Swede” Dennis who killed two people while he was incarcerated and then escaped LSP at Angola and remained on the lam for 10 years before being captured.#bloodyangolapodcast #lilboosie #douglasdennis  #louisiana #prison #podcast Chapters 01:39 Douglas Dennis Early Life07:40 The Life of Crime Begins13:51 The Swede’s Arrival at Bloody Angola18:20 Life Inside the Wire22:25 A Turnaround in Prison 25:19  A 10 Year Escape29:46 Return to Angola30:56 The End of the SwedeJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcastFollow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508

Torrance Hatch Jr. AKA Lil Boosie and later Boosie Badazz was incarcerated in Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for  4 years prior to his release in 2014. In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”Jim Chapman details Boosie’s upbringing in a rough neighborhood in Baton Rouge, his rise to fame and his sharp drop when he was sentenced to time inside “Bloody Angola” #bloodyangolapodcast #lilboosie #boosiebadazz  #louisiana #prison #podcast Chapters01:39 Torrance Hatch Jr. Becomes “Boosie”10:45 Boosie’s Life in Prison12:51 Life Inside The Penitentiary For a Star22:57 Boosie’s Release and Aftermath27:59 Boosie’s Legal Troubles ReturnJoin Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcastFollow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

In 1992 Kipp Gullett, a freshman at Louisiana State University was brutally murdered by Dale Craig with the involvement (3) others after being carjacked and kidnapped in the parking lot of his dormitory on LSU’s campus. The ensuing investigation and legal battle would go on as Dale Craig’s original sentence would be changed numerous times. In this Edition of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman walks you through the details of the crime, the conviction and the sentences of those involved that will leave you scratching your head for answers. Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcastFollow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman brings you the story of Telly Hankton who in 2011 was dubbed “The Most Dangerous Man in New Orleans” by then New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu. Telly Hankton and 12 other close family members and associates were indicted by the feds in 2012 for a wide array of crimes including murder and RICO charges. Jim also discusses the new ICE detention facility at Louisiana State Penitentiary dubbed “Louisiana Lockup at Camp 57”#bloodyangolapodcast #LouisianaLockup #camp57 #tellyhankton #louisiana #prison #podcast Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman brings you the story of Howard Lee Higginbotham who managed to turn a 9 year sentence in a Louisiana jail for burglary into Life with no parole by “turning out” another inmate.#bloodyangolapodcast #HowardLeeHigginbotham #police #louisiana #prison #podcast Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

In 1983 Michael Owen Perry murdered five members of his own family in Lake Arthur, LA. Perry then set his sights on Washington D.C. where he planned to murder Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and then travel to Beverly Hills, California to murder film actress Olivia Newton-John who he had been stalking for nearly 10 years. Bloody Angola Podcast host Jim Chapman brings you inside the case from Michael’s teenage years through his arrest and conviction.#bloodyangolapodcast #MichaelOwnPerry #OliviaNewtonJohn #police #louisiana #prison #podcast Timestamps01:36 Teenage years for Michael Owen Perry13:12 A chilling return home.13:54 Crime news interruption.14:06 The horrific family murders.21:41 The shocking arrest in D.C.23:42 The trial and its oddities.27:21 The complex insanity defense.28:40 Life on death row.Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcastFollow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weeklySourceshttps://bestofswla.com/2021/07/15/an-insane-rage/ https://digitalcommons.nyls.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1212&context=journal_of_human_rights https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perry_v._Louisiana

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details an armored truck robbery in New Orleans Louisiana that resulted in the murder of Loomis Armored Truck Employee Hector Trochez in December of 2013. Chapters01:39 Meet Big Daddy09:32 The Robbery Unfolds12:17 The Aftermath for the Driver12:57 Police Investigate the Shooting14:55 Breakthrough with DNA Evidence19:18 Two Years of Silence19:45 Arrests and Indictments27:34 The Trial and Sentencing31:53 Final Convictions and OutcomesFor commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details the arrest, incarceration and exoneration of “Cadillac Jack Favor” a rodeo star who spent 7 years inside the wire of Bloody Angola for a double murder he did not commit.Chapters 01:40 A young Cadillac Jack Favor10:59 The Fateful Meeting11:51 A Ride with Strangers13:34 The Brutal Murders15:57 Cadillac Jack's Arrest17:56 The Lie Detector Lie19:15 Trial  21:55 Cumby’s Plea Change23:47 The Aftermath of Imprisonment25:22 A New Trial28:41 Settlement and Recognition For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details Gregory Boo Brown's 1998 crime spree in Clinton, Louisiana, marked by multiple botched robberies, multiple murders, and his capture after 82 days.Chapters01:40 Welcome to Clinton, Louisiana12:05 Boo Brown's Rampage Begins12:34 The Attack on Mr. Roberts19:06 Assault on Myrtle Roberts21:19 The Gays: A New Target23:32 Discovery of the Gays' Bodies28:18 Boo's Capture and Trial30:36 Verdict and AftermathFor commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast