Dark: True Crime Investigations

It was a humid July night in Washington, D.C., when 27-year-old DNC staffer Seth Rich was gunned down in the Bloomingdale neighborhood. Police called it a botched robbery, but the internet whispered something far more sinister. Join host Bill Dunlap as he walks the shadowed streets of the capital to unravel one of the most controversial cold cases of the modern era.In this episode, we dissect the collision between a tragic street-level homicide and a global firestorm of disinformation. From the murky involvement of WikiLeaks and Russian intelligence to the sensational retraction by Fox News and the family's agonizing legal battles, we separate the noir-drenched facts from the digital fiction. Was Seth Rich a whistleblower silenced by power, or the victim of random urban violence? The truth lies hidden in the noise.Dark: True Crime Investigations is a long-form true crime podcast dedicated to deep investigative analysis of real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and criminal conspiracies from around the world. Each episode examines the evidence, timelines, suspects, forensic findings, and legal outcomes behind some of the most disturbing and complex crimes in modern history. From high-profile homicide investigations in the United States to international criminal cases and unresolved disappearances, we break down the facts and explore the unanswered questions.If you’re searching for a true crime deep dive, unsolved murder analysis, cold case investigations, or documentary-style crime storytelling, Dark Investigations delivers detailed, research-driven episodes every week.🔎 Explore more cases and investigative reports at: https://www.unexplained.co🎧 New true crime episodes released weekly.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Was Kurt Cobain’s death really a suicide — or was it staged?In April 1994, Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain was found dead from a shotgun wound in his Seattle home. The official ruling was suicide. But new forensic claims released in 2026 are challenging that conclusion.In this True Crime investigation, we examine:The heroin toxicology controversyThe missing fingerprints on the shotgunThe disputed suicide note analysisCredit card activity after his estimated time of deathThe latest forensic report claiming the scene may have been stagedFor over 30 years, Kurt Cobain’s death has fueled conspiracy theories, murder allegations, and intense public debate.This episode breaks down the documented evidence, the official findings, and the new claims — separating fact from speculation. If you’re searching for answers about Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, the 1994 death investigation, or the suicide vs murder debate, this episode delivers a forensic, documentary-style deep dive.Listen now to Dark: True Crime Investigations.Dark: True Crime Investigations is a long-form true crime podcast dedicated to deep investigative analysis of real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and criminal conspiracies from around the world. Each episode examines the evidence, timelines, suspects, forensic findings, and legal outcomes behind some of the most disturbing and complex crimes in modern history. From high-profile homicide investigations in the United States to international criminal cases and unresolved disappearances, we break down the facts and explore the unanswered questions.If you’re searching for a true crime deep dive, unsolved murder analysis, cold case investigations, or documentary-style crime storytelling, Dark Investigations delivers detailed, research-driven episodes every week.🔎 Explore more cases and investigative reports at: https://www.unexplained.co🎧 New true crime episodes released weekly.This episode includes AI-generated content.

In this episode of Dark Investigations, Bill Dunlap reopens the file on Gary Webb, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who dared to expose the shadows behind the War on Drugs. In 1996, Webb’s explosive "Dark Alliance" series for the San Jose Mercury News revealed a terrifying nexus between the CIA, Nicaraguan Contras, and the crack cocaine epidemic ravaging Los Angeles.But instead of awards, Webb faced a coordinated media assassination and professional exile. We dissect the controversy, the internal betrayal by his own editors, and the disturbing forensic details of his 2004 death—ruled a suicide despite two gunshot wounds to the head. Did the pressure break him, or was he silenced for knowing too much? Join us as we analyze the government reports that quietly vindicated him and the legacy of a man destroyed by the truth.Dark: True Crime Investigations is a long-form true crime podcast dedicated to deep investigative analysis of real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and criminal conspiracies from around the world. Each episode examines the evidence, timelines, suspects, forensic findings, and legal outcomes behind some of the most disturbing and complex crimes in modern history. From high-profile homicide investigations in the United States to international criminal cases and unresolved disappearances, we break down the facts and explore the unanswered questions.If you’re searching for a true crime deep dive, unsolved murder analysis, cold case investigations, or documentary-style crime storytelling, Dark Investigations delivers detailed, research-driven episodes every week.🔎 Explore more cases and investigative reports at: https://www.unexplained.co🎧 New true crime episodes released weekly.This episode includes AI-generated content.

Dive deep into the darkness of the Las Vegas massacre in this week’s episode of Dark: True Crime Investigations. We unpack the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history—step onto the Mandalay Bay concert grounds as gunfire erupts, hear harrowing dispatch calls and survivor testimonies, and trace the baffling timeline that left investigators and the public scrambling for answers.Then, peel back the layers of official reports to examine the conspiracy theories that refuse to die: whispers of a second shooter, allegations of a Saudi royal hit, and claims of a CIA-backed arms sting. Across seven riveting acts, Bill Dunlap weighs each theory against the cold, hard facts—and exposes the power of silence when the truth is too dangerous to share. Tune in for a journey through chaos, intrigue, and the shadows that linger long after the headlines fade.Dark: True Crime Investigations is a long-form true crime podcast dedicated to deep investigative analysis of real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and criminal conspiracies from around the world. Each episode examines the evidence, timelines, suspects, forensic findings, and legal outcomes behind some of the most disturbing and complex crimes in modern history. From high-profile homicide investigations in the United States to international criminal cases and unresolved disappearances, we break down the facts and explore the unanswered questions.If you’re searching for a true crime deep dive, unsolved murder analysis, cold case investigations, or documentary-style crime storytelling, Dark Investigations delivers detailed, research-driven episodes every week.🔎 Explore more cases and investigative reports at: https://www.unexplained.co🎧 New true crime episodes released weekly.

In this debut episode of Dark: True Crime Investigations, we unravel the mysterious death of investigative journalist Danny Casolaro, whose relentless pursuit of a shadowy conspiracy he called "The Octopus" led him into a web of danger and deceit. From uncovering corruption in the Inslaw PROMIS software scandal to exposing alleged connections between government operatives, organized crime, and international espionage, Casolaro believed he was on the verge of exposing a vast, interconnected network of power.But before he could share his findings, Danny was found dead in a hotel bathtub under suspicious circumstances, his notes and manuscript missing. Officially ruled a suicide, his death raised more questions than answers. Was he silenced for getting too close to the truth? Or was the pressure of his investigation too much to bear?Join us as we delve into the facts of Casolaro’s case, explore the enigmatic “Octopus” conspiracy, and examine the chilling aftermath of his untimely demise. A story of ambition, intrigue, and the perilous cost of chasing the truth, this episode will leave you questioning how far the reach of secrecy and corruption truly extends.Dark: True Crime Investigations is a long-form true crime podcast dedicated to deep investigative analysis of real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and criminal conspiracies from around the world. Each episode examines the evidence, timelines, suspects, forensic findings, and legal outcomes behind some of the most disturbing and complex crimes in modern history. From high-profile homicide investigations in the United States to international criminal cases and unresolved disappearances, we break down the facts and explore the unanswered questions.If you’re searching for a true crime deep dive, unsolved murder analysis, cold case investigations, or documentary-style crime storytelling, Dark Investigations delivers detailed, research-driven episodes every week.🔎 Explore more cases and investigative reports at: https://www.unexplained.co🎧 New true crime episodes released weekly.