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Zodiac Killer /// Part 2 /// 796 Part 2 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.com This is the Zodiac speaking… the words of a killer.  The haunting words of a killer determined to terrorize and taunt the public in and around the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 60s and early 70s.  We featured this case at length a few years back with “The Zodiac” parts 1 through 5.  Those episodes are available for your listening pleasure and are True Crime Garage episodes #470 to #474, released March 9th through March 17th 2021.  This week we revisit one of the most infamous unsolved and unidentified serial killer cases in all of True Crime.  The Zodiac killer serial murder case.  To help us further investigate we are joined by Zodiac expert Dr. Mark Hewitt.  Mark has authored a Zodiac trilogy with his series The Zodiac Serial Killer. The trilogy is available everywhere you buy books with books:Hunted - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book one - The Zodiac Murders Profiled - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book two - The Zodiac Examined  Exposed - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book three - The Zodiac Revealed Now his book Obsessed: my relentless pursuit of the Zodiac killer is available. Beer of the Week - Hazy Pale Ale by Standard Deviant Brewing Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Our show - True Crime Garage “Off the Record” is available only on Patreon and Apple Subscription. Sign up now and catch dozens of great episodes already available along with a few bonus shows.

Zodiac Killer /// Part 1 /// 795 Part 1 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.com This is the Zodiac speaking… the words of a killer.  The haunting words of a killer determined to terrorize and taunt the public in and around the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 60s and early 70s.  We featured this case at length a few years back with “The Zodiac” parts 1 through 5.  Those episodes are available for your listening pleasure and are True Crime Garage episodes #470 to #474, released March 9th through March 17th 2021.  This week we revisit one of the most infamous unsolved and unidentified serial killer cases in all of True Crime.  The Zodiac killer serial murder case.  To help us further investigate we are joined by Zodiac expert Dr. Mark Hewitt.  Mark has authored a Zodiac trilogy with his series The Zodiac Serial Killer. The trilogy is available everywhere you buy books with books:Hunted - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book one - The Zodiac Murders Profiled - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book two - The Zodiac Examined  Exposed - The Zodiac Serial Killer - book three - The Zodiac Revealed Now his book Obsessed: my relentless pursuit of the Zodiac killer is available. Beer of the Week - Hazy Pale Ale by Standard Deviant Brewing Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Our show - True Crime Garage “Off the Record” is available only on Patreon and Apple Subscription. Sign up now and catch dozens of great episodes already available along with a few bonus shows.

Delphi Murders Trial  ////// 794Part 1 of 1www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe trial against Richard Allen who is accused of killing Libby German and Abby Williams in Indiana back in 2017 is underway.  True Crime Garage has brought you coverage of the crimes and the investigation since May of 2017 starting with episodes #110 and #111.  Now we take a look at the jury selection process, details learned so far, and what could be expected through this trial which is expected to take 5 weeks to conclude. Please Like, Subscribe, Follow and leave a 5 ⭐️ review for True Crime Garage. Our other show “Off the Record” can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes when you sign up today. Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

The “KN” Murder  ////// 793Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comIn August of 1972 a young mother is reported missing to police by her roommate.  Vicki Lynn Harrell was a smart and hard working woman, making her way in the world.  She went out one night to run a few errands but never returned.  Later her body was discovered.  The killer had crudely carved KN on the dead woman’s chest.  Four law enforcement agencies worked this case.  This week True Crime Garage examines this case while taking a look at one or two others that may be connected.  Anyone with information concerning this case should contact the Indiana State Police, Bloomington post at 1-800-423-1286Beer of the Week - Trolls, Trolls, Trolls by Three Floyds Brewing Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus TCG episodes when you sign up today. There is limited True Crime Garage merchandise available on the True Crime Garage website’s store page.  While visiting the website make sure to sign up on the mailing list. Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Main Line Murders /// Part 2 /// 792 Part 2 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe Main Line Murders is the largest and longest running murder investigation ever conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police.  On June 25th, 1979 the naked corpse of schoolteacher Susan Reinsert was found wedged into her hatchback car in a motel parking lot.  Her two children Michael and Karen have not been seen since June 22, 1979.  They were just ten and eleven years old, respectively.  The two children were last seen playing in front of their mother’s house.  Why did the family of three leave their home late that Friday night?  Where were they going and why?  This is a murder mystery with too many unanswered questions. Beer of the Week - Wishing Star by Highland Brewing Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5 Listen to - The Burden: Empire on Blood on Apple podcast or wherever you listen to True Crime Garage.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-burden-empire-on-blood-video/id1761419077Please Like, Subscribe, Follow and leave a kick ass 5 ⭐️ review for True Crime Garage.  Tall cans in the air!!! 

Main Line Murders /// Part 1 /// 791 Part 1 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe Main Line Murders is the largest and longest running murder investigation ever conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police.  On June 25th, 1979 the naked corpse of schoolteacher Susan Reinsert was found wedged into her hatchback car in a motel parking lot.  Her two children Michael and Karen have not been seen since June 22, 1979.  They were just ten and eleven years old, respectively.  The two children were last seen playing in front of their mother’s house.  Why did the family of three leave their home late that Friday night?  Where were they going and why?  This is a murder mystery with too many unanswered questions. Beer of the Week - Wishing Star by Highland Brewing Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5 Listen to - The Burden: Empire on Blood on Apple podcast or wherever you listen to True Crime Garage.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-burden-empire-on-blood-video/id1761419077 Please Like, Subscribe, Follow and leave a kick ass 5 ⭐️ review for True Crime Garage.  Tall cans in the air!!!

Obsessed with Serial Killers  ////// 790Part 1 of 1www.TrueCrimeGarage.comDoes America and other nations have an obsession with Serial Killers?  Many have asked that question.  I say no, but what is clearly obvious is many people have a very deep fascination with Serial Killers.  Serial murderers are a rare breed.  Many people who follow true crime will typically go through a phase when they first discover some of these types when one wants to learn more or maybe as much as possible about these rare killers.  This week we are joined by Dr. Scott Bonn, a PhD criminologist to discuss serial killers and learn a little bit more about them.  Dr. Scott Bonn has provided expert commentary and analysis for a number of high profile true crime television shows and now he is bringing his insights into the Garage.Learn more about Dr. Scott Bonn www.docbonn.com  and on socials @DocBonn More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

11 Skulls /// Israel Keyes  /// Part 2 Episode:789Part 2 of 4 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Israel Keyes was an American serial killer.  Keyes is now deceased but when he died he took many of his deep dark secrets with him.  He truly was a predator with no boundaries.  He killed in several states and is suspected to have done so in others.  That is the mystery of Israel Keyes.  It’s not just about how many victims but where and when. Questions that the F.B.I. are still working on years after Keyes’ death.  The Garage is a podcast with no boundaries.  We called upon Keyes experts from across the country to talk about the mysteries that Keyes left behind.  This week we are joined by Josh Hallmark from the True Crime Bullsh** (bullshit) podcast.  Also joining us is Dakota and Josh from the Somewhere in the Pines podcast. Episodes 3 & 4 will be available very soon on our guests’ podcast feeds. Episode #3 - True Crime Bullsh**  - season 6 coming back from the breakEpisode #4 - Somewhere in the Pines - S01E06 LaPlace, LA Make sure to check out both and follow the Garage on socials @TrueCrimeGarageThanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend, cheers!

11 Skulls /// Israel Keyes  /// Part 1 Episode: 788Part 1 of 4 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Israel Keyes was an American serial killer.  Keyes is now deceased but when he died he took many of his deep dark secrets with him.  He truly was a predator with no boundaries.  He killed in several states and is suspected to have done so in others.  That is the mystery of Israel Keyes.  It’s not just about how many victims but where and when. Questions that the F.B.I. are still working on years after Keyes’ death.  The Garage is a podcast with no boundaries.  We called upon Keyes experts from across the country to talk about the mysteries that Keyes left behind.  This week we are joined by Josh Hallmark from the True Crime Bullsh** (bullshit) podcast.  Also joining us is Dakota and Josh from the Somewhere in the Pines podcast. Episodes 3 & 4 will be available very soon on our guests’ podcast feeds. Episode #3 - True Crime Bullsh**  - season 6 coming back from the breakEpisode #4 - Somewhere in the Pines - S01E06 LaPlace, LA Make sure to check out both and follow the Garage on socials @TrueCrimeGarageThanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend, cheers!

Out-R-Inn Murders ////// 787 Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Bob Gil was a very successful young business man.  During his college days he purchased a failing bar located on the North Campus of The Ohio State University.  He quickly turned the business around.  Then he grew his business, purchasing an old Steak restaurant and flipping it to an exciting Sports Bar and Grill.  A couple of years later, Bob disappeared.  He was found days later in a field far from the city.  He was killed by a single gunshot wound and for reasons unexplained he was dressed like a ninja.  If you have any information regarding the 1994 murder of Bob Gil contact True Crime Garage or go to www.CentralOhioCrimeStoppers.orgBeer of the Week - Party at Steve Guttenberg’s House by Hoof Hearted Brewing Garage Grade - 5 out 5 bottle caps Join in the discussion on the Garage Army Blog - www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Follow True Crime Garage on Instagram & X - @truecrimegarage

Cassie Compton ////// 786Part 1 of 1  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Cassie Kay Compton went missing 10 years ago from the town of Stuttgart, Arkansas.  Today she would be 25 years old.  She was just 15 when this mystery began.  According to reports, Cassie was dropped off at her mother’s home on the evening of September 14, 2014.  It is believed that the last person known to have seen Cassie was her mother’s fiancé Brandon Rhodes.  Rhodes would later face several unrelated charges for drugs, weapons, and stolen goods.  Brandon Rhodes remains a strong suspect in this disappearance and may hold the answers as to what happened to this little girl.  At the time of her disappearance Cassie was 5’3, 100 pounds with blue eyes, and dyed blonde hair.  There are some discrepancies as to what she was wearing at the time.  The investigating agency is the Stuttgart Police Department and tips should be sent to them.  SPD can be reached at 1-870-673-1414. Beer of the Week - Vengeance Jalapeño Cream Ale by Jack Pine BreweryGarage Grade - 3 and a half bottle caps out of 5  Join in the conversation by posting on the Garage Case Blog - www.TrueCrimeGarage.com   More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

The Cell Phone Murders /// Part 2 /// 785 Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com On September 25, 1996 just before midnight, a 911 call came into emergency services.  A crying woman requested police and ambulance personnel to her home.  She reported a lot of gunfire in her home with several people down.  Within minutes, Police, Fire, and EMTs were on the scene.  A young man covered in blood ran up to the responding Sheriff’s deputy saying “They shot them all, they shot them all.”  The savage brutality of these murders is shocking.  The 1996 Cell Phone Murders would be better described as a massacre.   Beer of the Week - Red Rocker Lager by Red Rocker Brewing company Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended - Check out www.KOGSafe.com a not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting women and girls.  We recommend the Angel in Disguise - Self Defense Key Chain.  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

The Cell Phone Murders /// Part 1 /// 784 Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com On September 25, 1996 just before midnight, a 911 call came into emergency services.  A crying woman requested police and ambulance personnel to her home.  She reported a lot of gunfire in her home with several people down.  Within minutes, Police, Fire, and EMTs were on the scene.  A young man covered in blood ran up to the responding Sheriff’s deputy saying “They shot them all, they shot them all.”  The savage brutality of these murders is shocking.  The 1996 Cell Phone Murders would be better described as a massacre.   Beer of the Week - Red Rocker Lager by Red Rocker Brewing company Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended - Check out www.KOGSafe.com a not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting women and girls.  We recommend the Angel in Disguise - Self Defense Key Chain.  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Kyle Fleischmann - Missing /// Part 2 /// 783Part 2 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThis week we feature a case that remains one of Charlotte, North Carolina’s best known unsolved mysteries.  24 year old Kyle Fleischmann was out with friends for a Thursday night celebration.  The group ends up at the Buckhead Saloon in the Uptown area.  Kyle’s friends start going home in the early morning hours of Friday, November 9, 2007.  The cameras at the bar show Kyle walking out alone, coatless on a cold night.  There is footage of Kyle walking at 2:20am.  After that, everything is speculation.  His movements that night are strange.  His cellphone activity is unexplained and what happened to Kyle remains a mystery.  Anyone with information about Kyle or that late night and early morning is asked to call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line 1-704-334-1600. Beer of the Week - Crank Yanker IPA by Eddyline BreweryGarage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  True Crime Garage merchandise is available on our website’s store page.  Plus get True Crime Garage Pod art that you can post on your socials on our Media page.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Kyle Fleischmann - Missing /// Part 1 /// 782Part 1 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThis week we feature a case that remains one of Charlotte, North Carolina’s best known unsolved mysteries.  24 year old Kyle Fleischmann was out with friends for a Thursday night celebration.  The group ends up at the Buckhead Saloon in the Uptown area.  Kyle’s friends start going home in the early morning hours of Friday, November 9, 2007.  The cameras at the bar show Kyle walking out alone, coatless on a cold night.  There is footage of Kyle walking at 2:20am.  After that, everything is speculation.  His movements that night are strange.  His cellphone activity is unexplained and what happened to Kyle remains a mystery.  Anyone with information about Kyle or that late night and early morning is asked to call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line 1-704-334-1600. Beer of the Week - Crank Yanker IPA by Eddyline BreweryGarage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  True Crime Garage merchandise is available on our website’s store page.  Plus get True Crime Garage Pod art that you can post on your socials on our Media page.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

After Midnight  //////  781Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Katara Johnson was a vibrant, young woman with a zest for life.  On August 25, 2004 Katara worked the late shift, leaving work at midnight and heading home.  By morning, her car was gone, and her family could not get in touch with the 21 year old.  Less than 24 hours after leaving work, Katara was found dead.  This homicide case remains open today, 20 years later.  What happened to Katara in the middle of that night?  Any one with information about the murder, Katara’s car, or a gathering that Katara attended days before the murder should call the Taylor Police Department at 512-352-5551, or to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-253-7867.  Beer of the Week - Lone Star Beer (the beer of Texas)Garage Grade - 3 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5  For all things True Crime go to our website www.TrueCrimeGarage.com and while you’re there check out the Garage Sale on the store page.  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and to Apple subscribers with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter! 

Shannon Paulk ////// 780Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com One week before the start of the school year a little girl was taken from her Candlestick Park neighborhood.  The entire city of Prattville, Alabama was looking for this little girl.  Eleven year old Shannon Paulk was missing for about two months when rabbit hunters found her remains in a remote hunting area.  This is the crime that forever changed Prattville.  The murderer is still out there, hiding from the men and women of the law that are yet to get justice for this little angel.  Anyone with any information at all is urged to call Prattville CSI Sergeant Tom Allen at 334-595-0256. Beer of the Week - Goatopia Juicy IPA by Goat Island Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Check out the True Crime Garage sale happening on our website’s store page - www.TrueCrimeGarage.com  While there join in the discussion on our blog. More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 shows, when you sign up today. Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter!  

The Dartmouth Murders  /// Part 2 /// 779 Part 2 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe 2001 homicides of two Dartmouth College professors completely shocked and rocked Hanover, New Hampshire to it's core.  No one could imagine something like this happening in a town best known for being the home of an elite academic institution.  Half and Susanne Zantop were both loved and very highly respected by students and faculty at the Dartmouth College.  The Zantop’s bodies were found on a Saturday evening, inside their home by a friend, who had arrived as an invited dinner guest.  The double homicide investigation that followed was headed up by the New Hampshire Attorney General’s office.  This was an “all hands on deck” situation with multiple law enforcement agencies working the case.  The investigation went beyond state lines and tested both the college and the community.   Beer of the Week - Gravel Donuts by Outerbelt Brewing Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5  Check out “Off The Record” a fun and wild 5 Bottle Caps Garage show available for your listening pleasure on Patreon and Apple Subscription.   Get more from True Crime Garage on Patreonpatreon.com   ‎True Crime Garage: 10 Crimes that left America Speechless on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com

The Dartmouth Murders  /// Part 1 /// 778 Part 1 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe 2001 homicides of two Dartmouth College professors completely shocked and rocked Hanover, New Hampshire to it's core.  No one could imagine something like this happening in a town best known for being the home of an elite academic institution.  Half and Susanne Zantop were both loved and very highly respected by students and faculty at the Dartmouth College.  The Zantop’s bodies were found on a Saturday evening, inside their home by a friend, who had arrived as an invited dinner guest.  The double homicide investigation that followed was headed up by the New Hampshire Attorney General’s office.  This was an “all hands on deck” situation with multiple law enforcement agencies working the case.  The investigation went beyond state lines and tested both the college and the community.   Beer of the Week - Gravel Donuts by Outerbelt Brewing Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5  Check out “Off The Record” a fun and wild 5 Bottle Caps Garage show available for your listening pleasure on Patreon and Apple Subscription.  Get more from True Crime Garage on Patreonpatreon.com ‎True Crime Garage: 10 Crimes that left America Speechless on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com

Brandon Cartellone ////// 777Part 1 of 1  www.TrueCrimeGarage.comOn July 26, 2011 - Brandon Cartellone was viciously killed.  His body was found in his second floor apartment at approximately 1AM on July 27th.  Brandon was just 21 years old.  He was a successful Industrial Design student at the Cleveland Institute of Art.  Brandon’s death continues to be an open wound that will not and cannot heal for the so many people who knew and loved him.  The F.B.I. has taken over the case as it appears that the Cleveland Police Department either lacked the funding, the personnel, or both to conduct a thorough and proper murder investigation.  Law Enforcement still needs your help.  If you have any information regarding this investigation OR information about any of the persons described in this podcast please contact the Cleveland FBI office  216-522-1400.  Online tips can be sent to tips.fbi.gov Beer of the Week - Strange Magic by Fat Head’s Brewery Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don’t litter!