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Join Rachel Shannon in her quest to advocate for victims of violent crimes through the empathetic retelling of true crime cases. "True Crime with Rachel Shannon" is an expansion of her YouTube Channel where she discusses solved and unsolved cases with a special focus on the victim in each episode.
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In this episode, we explore the tragic case of 5-month-old Scarlett Flores Guerra, who was found lifeless in her crib. Initially suspected to be a case of sudden infant death syndrome, further investigation by the medical examiner uncovered evidence of asphyxiation. This revelation raises critical questions: was Scarlett’s death truly accidental, or did someone intentionally smother her?
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Lauren Johansen's family warned about the danger posed by Bricen Rivers after he severely assaulted her. Despite these warnings, Rivers was released from jail, leading to a series of tragic mistakes that ultimately resulted in her demise.
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After 10 months of investigation and following up on thousands of leads, investigators tracked down a suspect: an illegal immigrant with a troubled past.
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At just after midnight on July 7th, 2024, 16-year-old Julia Egler reported a break-in at her home, describing how someone smashed the sliding glass door and murdered her mother and her mother’s boyfriend while she hid in her room. Officers arrived at the crime scene, but inconsistencies in Julia’s account raised suspicions. As evidence emerged, police began to uncover a different narrative surrounding the tragic events.
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In this true crime episode, we delve into the case of former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts, a 43-year-old mother who hosted a pool party for her teenage son and his friends in July 2024. What started as a night of underage drinking escalated into a shocking crime, with Roberts allegedly targeting one of her son’s 16-year-old friends at the event. The boy reported the incident to his mother, prompting an investigation that led to Roberts’ resignation, arrest, and a highly controversial trial.
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Levente Lazar had it all: a loving mother, financial stability, and a devoted girlfriend. Driven by self-entitlement, he traveled 2,000 miles to take what he believed he deserved: a life in exchange for money. This gripping true crime tale explores the grisly discovery of Athena Valentiny’s body and the extensive investigation that revealed a series of twists and turns, ultimately uncovering a son’s dark secrets.
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In this true crime case, we explore the horrific story of Maurice Taylor Sr. and Natalie Brothwell, a seemingly normal couple from Lancaster, California, living with their four children. The family's loving and adventurous facade crumbled during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to shocking events that raise questions about the extent of the parents' involvement in the gruesome outcome.
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In July 2018, 5-year-old Cloe Chandler was found dead in her bedroom by first responders, with ligature marks around her neck. Her mother, Kelsie Thomas, claimed Cloe was found hanging from her pajama bottoms in the closet after attempting to create a makeshift swing. However, detectives discovered inconsistencies in her account, prompting a deeper investigation into the tragic circumstances surrounding Cloe's death.
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Breanne Pennington, a 30-year-old mother of four found shot inside her home in Gardner, Massachusetts. Police quickly named her husband, Aaron Pennington, as the main suspect after he disappeared the same day. When his abandoned car was discovered in nearby woods, authorities launched a massive manhunt for the armed fugitive. What happened inside the home that morning—and where did the suspected killer go?
If you have any information regarding Aaron Pennington's whereabouts, please contact the Massachusetts State Police at 508-829-8236 or the Gardner Police Department at 978-632-5600.
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This case involves the death of a man, Henry Jemmott, caused by a woman, Jasmine Hartin, who claims it was an accident, but others suspect foul play. What are your thoughts on it? Do you think it truly was an accident?
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In this true crime case, we delve into the disturbing allegations against 32-year-old Morgan Stapp, accused of attempting to sell her baby girl for sex in exchange for money. Despite her denial of these claims, evidence from her phone raises unsettling questions about a mother’s willingness to sacrifice her child for financial gain. This case explores the complexities and dark realities surrounding these allegations.
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What started as a simple Facebook Marketplace transaction turned into a brutal, unimaginable tragedy. 30-year-old Eliza Morales was a devoted wife, loving mother to a 2 year old little girl, and 5 months pregnant with her second child. After selling a truck in this online sale, she agreed to meet up with the buyer to complete the transaction. Minutes later, she was fighting for her life in a frenzied, brutal attack which left her with over 70 stab wounds. The attacker then fled, only after setting her home on fire in an attempt to destroy the evidence of what he did to this young mother and her unborn baby.
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The tragic story of Alexander Urtula's death and the impact of domestic abuse on mental health.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
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Evil Babysitter Allegedly Covers Up Murder of Infants: Shocking True Crime Case of Benson Xiang Revealed.
2 month old baby Benson was so very loved by his mother and father. However, as it happens in so many families, Benson needed a baby sitter while his parents worked to provide for him. They put their trust into one woman, Marissa, only for her to turn around and break that trust in the most disgusting, heartless way possible. In a case that shocked even the most seasoned investigators, discover how one woman defiled the body of a baby boy, then laughed as she handed him back to his devastated mother.
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When Mackenzie Hopkins stopped responding to family members’ calls and texts, her father started to worry: Maybe she was in an accident. Maybe there was a gas leak in her new home. However, what really happened to Mackenzie was far beyond anyone’s worst fears.
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Jealous Ex's Revenge: Family Conspiracy Behind a Teen’s Gruesome Attack.
Jay Sewell was enjoying the start of an exciting romance with his new girlfriend, Gemma. However, lurking in the shadows was Daniel: Gemma’s angry, seething ex who couldn’t get over the fact that Gemma was done with him. A series of calls to the Eltham police department sparked an investigation into a group of vandals who were carrying weapons and attacking people on the streets. This lead to the startling discovery that an entire family was involved in an attack on one young man.
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In today's true crime case, we discuss Christina Abbotts, who was an independent, ambitious young woman who seemed to be living the dream. She was traveling the world, partying in London’s most exclusive clubs and socializing in elite social circles. But beneath that glamourous exterior, she held many secrets- secrets she kept even from those closest to her. Secrets that would only be revealed after a truly sickening encounter. Join as we dive into the details of Christina's double life, and the events that ultimately lead to her horrifying death.
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Dive into a case that puzzled investigators from the start. A man, Patrick De La Cerda, was shot inside his own home, and the security camera that revealed the perpetrator was stolen. Detectives were scratching their heads until they learned of another man who may have had a strong motive for murder: he was in love with Patrick’s fiancé. Discover the one mistake that lead investigators to solving an almost “perfect crime” and resulted in the man responsible going to prison.
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Teenager Claims Magic Mushrooms Led Him to Kill His Father During Drug-Induced Breakdown, Sparking Debate on Responsibility...
On the evening of December 27th, 2015, Thomas Chan and a few friends purchased a baggie of magic mushrooms, and headed to his home to enjoy them. While most of the boys were having a good time, Thomas became extremely agitated and felt that everyone around him was out to get him. He went to his father for help, but instead, ended up brutally stabbing him, and his partner. Are the drugs responsible for Thomas's actions?
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What started as a run of the mill welfare check in Austin, Texas quickly turned into much deeper, more sinister story. When police responded to the apartment of Virginia Gonzales, they believed they were rescuing one child from horrific abuse and neglect; but as investigators dug deeper, they realized that the case didn’t end there. The suffering of one little girl lead authorities to realizing that there was another victim: another little girl who was missing, whose disappearance seemingly went unnoticed for almost 7 years. Join as we dive into the true crime case of Ava Gonzales, and the disturbing truth investigators investigators have learned about her disappearance.
What are your thoughts on this case? Let's discuss in the comments.
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