Criminal Archives

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/On March 19, 2014, in Mexico, Anel Báez was found lifeless by her family, inside her bedroom, a scene that resembled a horror movie set. Police were immediately called, but no one knew who could be responsible. However, comments made by classmates on social media soon led investigators to suspect one person, her best friend from school, Erandy Gutiérrez.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/Those of you who have been following the channel for some time, for some time know that I usually open with a mysterious summary of the cases, without exaggeration or sensationalism. However, this time, I find myself without the words to present lightly the bizarre cruelty of this crime, or the horrifying reason behind it. Dylan was only 13 years old when he disappeared from his father’s house, just days before Thanksgiving. To make matters worse, the boy had already been avoiding visits to his father for months and travelled on this occasion solely because he was forced to do so under a court order, at his father's request. When his body was eventually found, the autopsy revealed something beyond barbaric. He had suffered a violent blow to the head, so forceful that his skull fractured into three parts. And the motive for the crime? It stemmed from the discovery of an unspeakably vile secret. Something so revolting that even many seasoned adults would find it difficult to process, let alone a young teenager. Today, we will delve into the case of Dylan Redwine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/What is the cost of our mistakes? What should we do to make amends, for something we have done wrong? Whenever we make a mistake, the natural course of action is to attempt to repair it, and if this is impossible, at least try to compensate for the act through our behaviour, or perhaps by offering favours to those harmed by our actions. These may seem like philosophical questions, but they are, in fact, dilemmas faced in many people's lives. And such a dilemma was faced by Andrew Sadek, who was accused of a drugs offence and, in an effort to make amends and reduce the punishment he knew he would inevitably have to endure, agreed to assist the police by acting as an undercover informant. Tragically, this decision led to him becoming the fatal victim of a murder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/When we hear the word psychopath, the first image that usually comes to mind is of an adult, often male, who leads an apparently ordinary life, only to lure victims before killing them and hiding their bodies. People imagine individuals shaped by childhood trauma, who have turned pain into violence. But what if I told you this is not always the case? Psychopaths can emerge from many places, including one we least expect: children and teenagers. It is not common for us to suspect the young, as it is difficult to imagine that they could be capable of such brutal, cruel acts. Yet it is not impossible. Some killers are awakened by trauma and adverse circumstances, while others are seemingly born with a natural propensity for violence. Today, you will learn about the cruel murder of Tristyn Bailey, a school cheerleader, who was stabbed more than 100 times and abandoned in the forest by a 14-year-old boy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/One night in December 2021, Lily Sullivan went out to a nightclub with her friends in Wales, United Kingdom, but unfortunately, she didn’t return home. Her mother, Ana, was waiting for her at a petrol station close to the location as agreed, but the only person who passed by at the time Lily was supposed to arrive was an unknown man, who was walking hurriedly, out of step and with his hands on his head. Unfortunately, Ana had no idea that this man had just taken her daughter’s life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/Today's case happened in Serbia in 2014. The sense of security, so common in some European countries, was a major factor in the disappearance and subsequent crime, committed against a teenager of just fifteen years of age.Tijana was walking back to her grandparents' house around midnight when, halfway there, something unexpected happened. The only traces she left behind on the asphalt of that street were a pair of trainers and a set of false nails. The person responsible for the crime pretended that nothing had occurred, offered the most feeble excuses imaginable, and returned to work normally the following week as if nothing had happened. Today, you shall learn about the case of Tijana Jurić.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, I’m going to tell you about Lynsey Quy, a young mother of two who mysteriously vanished from her own home. Shockingly, her disappearance wasn’t reported until nearly two months later. Eventually, she was found but in pieces, scattered across different parts of the city (if you catch my meaning). The person responsible for this horrific crime became infamously known as The Smiling Killer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the height of the 80s, two horrific crimes sent shockwaves through the small community of Tunbridge Wells, England.  The victims were Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce, two women in their 20s who were brutally abused and murdered. For decades, their cases remained unsolved, until 33 years later, in 2020, a breakthrough finally unmasked the killer. But the discovery did more than just name the culprit, it exposed one of the biggest scandals in UK history, involving the Public Health System and hundreds of other horrific crimes. So, get ready, because today's case is about the bizarre Bedsit Killer, or as he recently became known, The Morgue Monster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A story that was initially meant to be one of overcoming adversity, entrepreneurship, and happiness, turned into a brutal and senseless crime in the United States. After waking up one morning in October 2019, just days before Halloween, Melissa Turner discovered the kitchen completely covered in blood and her fiancé, already lifeless, lying near the pool outside the house. Although she called 9 1 1 requesting assistance, when she was taken to the police station, she was unable to leave, as she was placed in pretrial detention after being named as the primary suspect in the crime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1991, a girl was found deceased and, for years, remained under police guard as no one came to identify the body. The mystery persisted for more than two decades until by chance, and thanks to the police’s commitment to never leaving the case unsolved, the first consolidated clue emerged. A tireless search from person to person, within the branches of a single family, eventually brought forth the answer to the mystery of Baby Hope’s death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2017, an experienced detective was found dead on a remote farm in Florida. Despite years of working as a police officer and private investigator, she couldn’t see the danger that lurked right beside her. The case had a huge impact on the country, mainly because all the suspects were people deeply close to her. Her ex-husband, new girlfriend, coworkers and even some friends. For the police, everyone had at least a motive to commit such an atrocity, however, the case is even more shocking because it shows what people are capable of doing for money. Only one of these suited suspects carried out the crime and the police did a practically exemplary job in managing to identify the person responsible. Today's case will talk about the mysterious murder of Taylor Wright.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all seen a movie or series that portrays the day-to-day life of an American High School. The hallways filled with cliques, the familiar characters shaped by stereotypes, the cocky jocks and heartthrobs of the sports team, the brainy science nerds, the misfits trying to find their place, and of course the rich, popular girls who seem to have it all. Beautiful, self-confident, super popular, they rarely go unnoticed. They inspire admiration, attract attention and exert influence, making many girls want to be like them. However, sometimes they can also have a dark side. A certain sadistic pleasure or thirst for power that feeds on humiliation and manipulation.  The story we’re about to tell takes that “mean girl” archetype to a chilling extreme, where pure malice hides behind the mask of friendship, and where loyalty is twisted into betrayal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/Today's case happened in December 2020, the disappearance of a young college student named Jason, which involves a range of mysteries that gained a lot of attention. The young man was involved in a car accident during the early hours of the morning and after that everything indicates that he left the vehicle, literally leaving a trail of clues with every step. Lined up on the road were items of clothing: sandals, a shirt, shorts, socks, and even his underwear. It looked as if Jason had been walking away, undressing as he went, in near freezing temperatures. And then, he was gone. Although the disappearance occurred in December 2020, it wasn’t until January 2022 that police released new evidence, along with theories that hit the family hard, suggesting conclusions they weren’t prepared to hear.  Today you will learn about the bizarre case of Jason Landry's disappearance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📱 Notification of new cases on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/criminalarchives/Today's case tells the chilling story of Linda Brown, a teenager who fell in love with a man ten years her senior. Believing he could provide a better life for her daughter, Linda’s mother emancipated her, trusting that David would offer stability and opportunity. Years later, they married. He  built a successful business, transformed their lives, and together, they had a daughter. But, less than a year after her birth, Linda was found lifeless in her own bed and her stepdaughter, David's first daughter, confessed to the crime. However, what seemed to be the resolution of a case was the beginning of an investigation that involved manipulation, adultery, pedophilia and incest. Today, you will hear the story of Linda Marie Brown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's case delves into a notorious serial killer and his accomplices who terrorized Belgium in the 1990s, a chilling story of unspeakable crimes that rank among the most horrific in the nation’s history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One morning in February 2017, Bob Arthur received the call no parent wants to get. His son, Shawn was found dead in his own apartment after consuming a significant amount of alcohol and drugs. However, something about the story didn’t sit right with the victim's family. On the one hand, they claimed that the case was a crime, on the other, the police ruled it an accidental overdose. Caught in this unsettling contradiction, the family hired a private investigator to uncover the truth. In today's case you will learn the story of Shawn Arthur. A case with three explanations. Was it an accidental overdose, a deliberate crime, or an accidental crime?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an ideal world, family is a source of safety, warmth and love. The presence or absence of a strong family structure often shapes our personalities in profound ways. Today, you’ll hear a highly controversial case, the story of Crystal Howell. At just 17 years old, only weeks after her father’s sudden death, she showed deeply unsettling behavior, throwing a wild party for over 50 people, complete with drugs and even pole dancing. But the most disturbing part? While the celebration unfolded, her father’s body was rotting next to the house. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technology has undoubtedly become one of the greatest tools of our time. But in the wrong hands, it can also become a weapon, especially in the digital age where predators hide behind screens, often unnoticed. A simple smartphone, meant for communication and convenience, can turn into a trap when used with malicious intent. Today's case is a reminder of how vulnerable young people are when using their smartphones. Often a simple exchange of messages hides dirty intentions and, most of the time, parents have no idea of the risks their children are exposed to. This is the tragic story of Justin Bloxom, a bright 12 year old boy who was lured into a deadly trap through his own cell phone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's case takes us to Scotland, where a devastating crime unfolded in 2021. On the night of November 26th, an orphan girl named Amber Gibson, left her care facility to visit her older brother Connor Gibson in another foster home, however, she never came back. Her body was found just two days later in a local park. The autopsy revealed several bruises, in addition to DNA samples from 2 different men in around forty parts of her body. But the most disturbing part? I guarantee you will be "shocked", because you won’t believe who the police discovered, as the people responsible for this horrific crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The case that I am going to present today happened last year: in June 2023, and had the last trial hearing in August 2nd, 2024. A case that captured global attention, with a lot of repercussion in the media and a widespread discussion on social networks. Videos and opinions flooded the internet making it a topic of significant public interest around the world. Today I will talk about Chad Doerman, the man who horrified a nation after tragically executing his three children in Cold Blood.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.