In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the 2012 murder of Jim Melgar in Houston, Texas, and the controversial conviction of his wife, Sandy. Despite no physical evidence tying her to the crime, Sandy was charged, tried by multiple prosecutors, and ultimately sentenced to 27 years in prison while her family insisted she was innocent.In Part 1, Danelle traces Jim and Sandy’s decades long love story, the night of the attack, and the early investigation, including ignored DNA and a lead detective later fired for falsifying records.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the disappearance of nine-year-old Melody Buzzard, a quiet California girl who seemed to slip out of sight between a routine school enrollment meeting and months of unanswered welfare checks. As conflicting explanations pile up and basic responsibilities are ignored, a troubling picture forms of a child overlooked at every turn. How could Melody vanish while so many systems were meant to protect her?Join us as we uncover how this case unraveled and what it reveals about the gaps that allowed a child to disappear.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the chilling unsolved murder of Ladonna Cooper, a 31-year-old mother of three who vanished after closing her restaurant shift in Marion, Illinois. What seemed like a routine night quickly unraveled into a mystery marked by a missing deposit, an abandoned car, and evidence of a violent struggle. When Ladonna’s body was later discovered near a wildlife refuge, investigators were left with clues but no answers. Despite renewed efforts and advances in DNA testing, her case remains unsolved, leaving her family searching for justice nearly four decades later.Who killed Ladonna Cooper, and why has the truth stayed hidden so long?Join us as we uncover the story of Ladonna Cooper on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the haunting disappearance of Alyssa McLemore, a 21-year-old Indigenous mother from Washington whose sudden vanishing began with a frantic 911 call and ended in years of unanswered questions. Raised in a close Alutiiq family and devoted to caring for her terminally ill mother and young daughter, Alyssa vanished the very night she was called to say her final goodbye.As her family fought for help, a chilling 10-second 911 call, a mysterious man in a green pickup, and severe gaps in the investigation revealed a larger crisis facing missing Indigenous women. Despite community searches, ignored warnings, and years of missed opportunities, Alyssa has never been found.How does a young woman vanish in plain sight while her family begs for answers?Join us as we uncover the story of Alyssa McLemore on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we uncover the tragic story of Janna Barry, a 21-year-old student whose life was taken inside her Knoxville apartment. Her case exposed critical failures in safety and justice and sparked DNA reform that now protects countless victims across multiple states.How did one young woman’s story lead to nationwide change?Join us as we uncover the story of Janna Barry on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we look into the disappearance of siblings Monica and Michael Bennett, who vanished from Brunswick, Georgia, in 1989. What was first called a runaway case quickly revealed troubling gaps, shifting accounts, and a home environment filled with red flags.The teens walked away from a relative’s apartment and were never seen again. Their family moved shortly after, leaving behind questions that still have no answers.Join us as we break down what is known and what remains unexplained in the case of Monica and Michael Bennett.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the disappearance of Courtney Holden, a young mother whose quiet life inside a troubled Spokane home hid a much darker reality. What seemed like an ordinary family arrangement slowly revealed signs of control, neglect, and a truth no one expected.As investigators traced Courtney’s last known movements, conflicting stories, missing records, and unanswered questions exposed a pattern of isolation that had gone unnoticed for years. Her case raised alarm and heartbreak throughout the community as hope for answers faded.How did a mother vanish without a trace in a house full of people?Join us as we uncover the story of Courtney Holden on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the Richmond spree murders, a series of shocking killings that unfolded over one week in 2006. What began as a joyful New Year celebration for the Harvey family ended in unimaginable tragedy, and days later the Baskerville Tucker family was found murdered in their home. As investigators connected the scenes, a pattern of brutality emerged that shook Virginia to its core.Join us as we uncover how this spree unfolded and the legacy it left behind.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the tragic case of Male Bush and her 16-month-old son, Noah McConnell, whose lives were taken by a repeat sex offender in Alberta, Canada. What began as a young family’s fresh start turned into an unimaginable nightmare when their neighbor, a convicted predator, struck again. Their story not only exposes the devastating consequences of Canada’s flawed offender laws but also inspires a powerful movement for reform.Through the relentless efforts of Male’s fiancé, Cody, and their community, Noah’s Law was born a call to strengthen public safety and protect families from hidden dangers.How could a tragedy like this have been prevented?Join us as we uncover the heartbreaking case of Male and Noah on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we uncover the heartbreaking story of Kaysera Stops Pretty Places, an 18-year-old woman whose mysterious death in Montana exposed a much deeper crisis. When her body was found days after she vanished, authorities dismissed it as an accident, but her family and community knew otherwise. Their fight for answers revealed a pattern of neglect and corruption that continues to silence Indigenous victims across the country.How many more cases will be ignored before real justice begins?Join Danelle Hallan as she exposes the truth behind the “Shady Coroner” case and the voices still demanding accountability.
Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan continues with Part 2 of the Timothy Ferguson case, where shocking courtroom testimony exposes the full extent of the torment he endured. As his mother takes the stand, her own words reveal contradictions, manipulation, and chilling indifference.What happens when justice finally faces the people who claimed to love him?In Part 2, Danelle follows the trial that forces an entire community to confront what they ignored and the verdict that ensures Timothy’s story will never be forgotten.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we revisit the horrifying case of 15-year-old Timothy Ferguson, a Michigan teenager whose life ended in unthinkable abuse at the hands of his own family. What began as a supposed “hunger strike” soon revealed a disturbing pattern of control, starvation, and cruelty that no one around him seemed to notice.How could such horror unfold inside a home that appeared ordinary from the outside?In Part 1, Danelle uncovers the months of torture, surveillance, and neglect that turned Timothy’s basement into a prison and the lies that tried to hide it.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the heartbreaking case of Aniah Blanchard, a 19-year-old college student whose sudden disappearance in Alabama captured national attention.After vanishing on her way home, investigators uncovered a trail that led to a chilling act of violence and the man responsible for ending her life. Through the efforts of her family, community, and law enforcement, Aniah’s story not only brought justice but also inspired Aniah’s Law, strengthening protections against violent offenders.How did one tragedy spark a movement for change?Join us as we uncover the story of Aniah Blanchard on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we uncover the heartbreaking story of Paige, a 20-year-old from South Africa whose dream job on a luxury yacht ended in tragedy. What began as a journey of excitement and freedom turned into a chilling reminder of the dangers hidden behind the world’s most glamorous industry.Her death revealed the dark side of yachting, where safety rules are ignored and justice is rare. Paige’s story sparked outrage and a call for reform to protect those working far from shore.How could a dream life at sea end so tragically?Join us as we uncover the story of Paige Bell on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we uncover the heartbreaking case of Timothy Ferguson, a 15-year-old boy from Michigan whose life ended after months of unimaginable abuse. What began as a custody transfer meant to reunite him with family turned into a nightmare hidden behind closed doors.As investigators peeled back layers of neglect and cruelty, the truth revealed a failure that reached far beyond one household. How could so many warnings be ignored, and how did it come to this?Join us as we explore the story on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we look into the case of Judy Malinowski, a mother from Ohio whose story changed U.S. law.After surviving a brutal attack by her boyfriend, Judy fought for two years in the hospital, becoming the first person in history to testify at her own murder trial. Her strength not only brought her attacker to justice but also inspired Judy’s Law, protecting future victims of violent crime.How did one woman’s fight for her life become a fight for change?Join us as we uncover the story of Judy Malinowski on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan returns with Part 2 of the Sonya Ivanoff case, where investigators uncover a chilling truth within their own ranks. As evidence mounts, suspicions turn toward law enforcement itself, revealing a betrayal no one imagined. Hidden reports, missing shell casings, and lies buried deep beneath authority paint a disturbing picture.What happens when the person sworn to protect becomes the one to fear?Stay with Danelle Hallan as the case unravels and Alaska’s justice system is changed forever.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we revisit the haunting disappearance of 19-year-old Sonya Ivanoff from Nome, Alaska. What began as a rainy August night in 2003 turned into a mystery that shattered an entire community’s trust. As days passed, hopes faded and fear spread across the small coastal town. When her body was finally found, the answers raised even more questions.How could something like this happen in a place where everyone knows each other?In Part 2, the search for justice exposes the unthinkable.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we revisit a haunting series of child abductions that shook Lawton, Oklahoma. Two young twins were found inside an abandoned refrigerator one alive, one not. Months later, a baby girl was taken from her crib on Halloween night and discovered the same way.How did these tragedies happen in the same town, with the same eerie pattern? And why does one case remain unsolved to this day?Join us as we examine the chilling details on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.
In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we look into the Halloween night murder of 24-year-old Rebecca Gay, a young mother who vanished just hours before taking her son trick or treating. The man responsible was not a stranger but someone she trusted, her mother’s fiancé and a local pastor.As police searched the small Michigan town, the truth that emerged left the community stunned. How could someone known for faith and kindness commit such a horrific act, and why did it happen on Halloween night?Join us as we uncover the story on Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan.