#510 - The Scariest Barn On Earth - Delta, Ohio
Digest
This podcast delves into the chilling case of Sierra Jounghin, a 20-year-old college student who vanished in Delta, Ohio in July 2016. The episode meticulously follows the investigation, starting with the discovery of her purple bicycle in a cornfield and the subsequent search for her. The investigation leads to James Dean Worley, a man with a history of violence and criminal activity, who becomes the prime suspect. The podcast details the disturbing evidence found on Worley's property, including bondage clothing, restraints, adult diapers, and a chest freezer buried in the floor. The discovery of Sierra's body in a shallow grave, her wrists handcuffed and a dog toy used as a gag in her mouth, confirms the worst fears. The episode chronicles Worley's arrest, trial, and conviction, highlighting the evidence presented against him, including DNA evidence and his computer history revealing searches for violent pornography and bondage materials. The podcast also explores Worley's defense strategy and the testimony of his friends, who describe their shared interest in pornography. The episode concludes with a discussion of Worley's appeal, which was ultimately upheld, and the impact of Sierra's death on the community. The podcast highlights the creation of a scholarship fund in her name and the passage of Sierra's Law, which aims to improve public safety by creating a searchable violent crime database. The podcasters express their disgust at Worley's actions and their desire to see him executed. They encourage listeners to rate the podcast, follow them on social media, support their Patreon page, and attend their upcoming live show.
Outlines
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The Case of Sierra Jounghin
The episode introduces the case of Sierra Jounghin, a 20-year-old college student who disappeared in Delta, Ohio in July 2016. The hosts describe her as a vivacious and social young woman who was last seen riding her bike home from her boyfriend's house.
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The Investigation Begins
The investigation into Sierra's disappearance begins with the discovery of her purple bicycle in a cornfield. Police find evidence of a struggle, including blood stains, tire tracks, and a motorcycle helmet. Sierra's boyfriend, Josh, is initially considered a suspect but is later ruled out.
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James Dean Worley Emerges as a Suspect
The investigation leads police to James Dean Worley, a man with a history of violence and criminal activity. Worley lives in the same area as Sierra and has a motorcycle. He provides a seemingly implausible alibi for the night of Sierra's disappearance.
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The Search Warrant and the Barn of Horrors
Police obtain a search warrant for Worley's property and find a trove of disturbing evidence, including bondage clothing, restraints, adult diapers, and a chest freezer buried in the floor. They also find security footage of Worley's motorcycle traveling north on County Road 6 on the night of Sierra's disappearance.
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Sierra's Body is Found and Worley's Arrest
A volunteer searching for Sierra discovers drag marks in a cornfield leading to a shallow grave. Sierra's body is found buried in the cornfield, her wrists handcuffed, her ankles bound with duct tape, and a dog toy used as a gag in her mouth. Worley is arrested and charged with aggravated murder, kidnapping, and felonious assault.
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The Trial and Conviction
The podcast discusses James Worley's defense strategy, which hinges on the lack of his DNA on certain evidence. The episode then delves into testimony from Worley's friends, Mark Fauble and Jeffrey Whitaker, who describe their interactions with him, including their shared interest in pornography. The podcast focuses on the prosecutor's closing argument, highlighting the evidence that suggests Worley's intent to kill Sierra. The prosecutor emphasizes the use of a dog toy as a gag, the prolonged nature of Sierra's death, and Worley's interest in violent pornography. The podcast details Worley's conviction on all charges, including the aggravated robbery charges. The episode then discusses his sentencing, where he attempts to portray himself as a good person despite his crimes. The judge ultimately sentences him to 25 years and 11 months in prison.
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The Appeal and Sierra's Law
The podcast covers Worley's appeal to the state Supreme Court, which is ultimately upheld. The episode then discusses the impact of Sierra's death, highlighting the creation of a scholarship fund in her name and the passage of Sierra's Law, which aims to improve public safety by creating a searchable violent crime database.
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The Podcasters' Reactions and Call to Action
The podcasters express their disgust at Worley's actions and their desire to see him executed. They then encourage listeners to rate the podcast and follow them on social media. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to support their Patreon page and attend their upcoming live show.
Keywords
Sierra Jounghin
Sierra Jounghin was a 20-year-old college student who disappeared in Delta, Ohio in July 2016. She was last seen riding her bike home from her boyfriend's house. Her body was later found buried in a cornfield.
James Dean Worley
James Dean Worley is a man with a history of violence and criminal activity. He was convicted of abduction in 1990 and was questioned in connection with the disappearance of Claudia Tinsley in 1996. He was arrested and charged with the murder of Sierra Jounghin in 2016.
Delta, Ohio
Delta, Ohio is a small town located in Fulton County, Ohio. It is known for its cornfields and rural setting. The case of Sierra Jounghin brought national attention to the town.
Cornfield
Cornfields are a common sight in rural areas of the United States, including Delta, Ohio. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, the cornfields played a significant role in the crime, as her body was found buried in one.
Abduction
Abduction is the act of taking someone away by force or deception. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, she was abducted from the side of the road while riding her bike.
Motorcycle
A motorcycle is a two-wheeled motor vehicle. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, the motorcycle played a key role in the investigation, as it was the vehicle that Worley was seen riding on the night of her disappearance.
Bondage
Bondage is the practice of tying or restraining someone. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, Worley was found to have bondage clothing and restraints in his possession.
Adult Diapers
Adult diapers are absorbent garments worn by adults who are unable to control their bladder or bowels. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, adult diapers were found in multiple locations on Worley's property, including in the barn where her body was found.
Chest Freezer
A chest freezer is a large, rectangular freezer that is typically used to store large quantities of food. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, a chest freezer was found buried in the floor of Worley's barn.
DNA
DNA is a molecule that carries genetic information. In the case of Sierra Jounghin, DNA evidence was found on Worley's property and on the items used to restrain and bury her body.
Q&A
What happened to Sierra Jounghin?
Sierra Jounghin, a 20-year-old college student, disappeared in Delta, Ohio in July 2016. Her body was later found buried in a cornfield, her wrists handcuffed, her ankles bound with duct tape, and a dog toy used as a gag in her mouth. The cause of death was asphyxiation from the gag.
Who is James Dean Worley?
James Dean Worley is a man with a history of violence and criminal activity. He was convicted of abduction in 1990 and was questioned in connection with the disappearance of Claudia Tinsley in 1996. He was arrested and charged with the murder of Sierra Jounghin in 2016.
What evidence linked Worley to Sierra's murder?
Evidence linking Worley to Sierra's murder included: a motorcycle helmet with Sierra's blood on it, bondage clothing and restraints found in his barn, adult diapers found in multiple locations on his property, and DNA evidence found on the items used to restrain and bury Sierra's body.
What was Worley's explanation for the disturbing evidence found on his property?
Worley claimed that the bondage clothing, restraints, and adult diapers were props for a pornography business he was planning. He also claimed that the chest freezer buried in the floor of his barn was for storing food.
What was the outcome of Worley's trial?
Worley was found guilty of aggravated murder, kidnapping, and felonious assault. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
What was James Worley's defense strategy in his trial?
Worley's defense strategy was based on the lack of his DNA on certain evidence, suggesting reasonable doubt.
What was the significance of the dog toy used to gag Sierra Buford?
The use of a dog toy, rather than a ball gag designed for bondage, indicated that Worley intended to cause Sierra's death, as it would have made it difficult for her to breathe.
What was the outcome of Worley's appeal to the state Supreme Court?
Worley's appeal was upheld, and he remains on death row.
What is the purpose of Sierra's Law?
Sierra's Law aims to improve public safety by creating a searchable violent crime database, making it easier to identify and track repeat offenders.
What is the podcasters' call to action for listeners?
The podcasters encourage listeners to rate the podcast, follow them on social media, support their Patreon page, and attend their upcoming live show.
Show Notes
This week, in Delta, Ohio, a college student disappears while riding her bicycle, on a country road, near her own home. There are many suspects, but one has a barn full of bondage gear, zip ties & adult diapers, so he rises to the top of the list. Turns out, this wasn't the first time a young woman has been pulled off a bike, in the area. The proof of this man's strangeness & guilt are not hard to find, but will he get away with it... Again??
Along the way, we find out that you can have a chicken festival that has nothing to do with chickens, that nobody needs a property full of adult diapers, and that you never know how many some people have killed!!
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