Digest

This episode of True Crime All the Time focuses on the case of Victoria Nazarova, a woman who was convicted of attempted murder and is suspected of killing her neighbor, Alla Aleksinka. The episode begins with a discussion of the unsolved case of Roxanne Paul Talk, an 18-year-old who disappeared in 2006. The hosts then delve into the case of Victoria Nazarova, who fled to the United States after being questioned about the murder of her neighbor. She then engaged in a series of crimes, including drugging and robbing men she met on dating sites. The episode details the investigation into Alla's disappearance, including the discovery of suspicious text messages from Alla's phone and a blurry traffic camera photo that appeared to show Victoria driving with Alla. The episode also discusses the investigation into Olga Sibit's poisoning, which led to Victoria's arrest and conviction for attempted murder. The hosts discuss the evidence presented at trial, including the cheesecake container and pills found at Olga's apartment that contained phenosapam, a depressant that can cause respiratory depression or even death. The episode concludes with a discussion of Victoria's current status and the possibility of her facing trial for murder in Russia.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction, Patreon Shoutouts, and Roxanne Paul Talk Case

The podcast begins with introductions and a quick check-in with the hosts. They then give shoutouts to their Patreon supporters and discuss the unsolved case of Roxanne Paul Talk, an 18-year-old who disappeared in 2006. They highlight the central role of Roxanne's boyfriend in the case and the suspicions surrounding his involvement.

00:03:30

Victoria Nazarova: A Case of Murder and Deception

The episode focuses on the case of Victoria Nazarova, a Russian woman who fled to the United States after being questioned about the murder of her neighbor. She then engaged in a series of crimes, including drugging and robbing men she met on dating sites. The hosts discuss the suspicious text messages sent from Alla's phone after her disappearance, the discovery of a blurry traffic camera photo that appeared to show Victoria driving with Alla, and the police investigation into Victoria's activities.

00:21:49

Victoria's Polygraph, Escape, and Continued Crimes

The police confirmed that Victoria rented a car with the same license plate number as the one in the traffic camera photo. She was given a polygraph test, which she failed, but was allowed to leave before the results were sent to the police. She then fled to Moscow and left Russia. Despite being wanted for murder, Victoria remained active on Facebook, posting photos of her travels. She continued to commit crimes in New York City, including theft and fraud.

00:30:03

Victoria's Encounter with Olga Sibit and the Cheesecake Incident

Victoria met Olga Sibit, a skin beautification technician specializing in eyelashes, at a salon. She repeatedly suggested they spend time together outside of work, making Olga feel uneasy. Victoria, claiming to have an eyelash emergency, convinced Olga to come to her apartment. She offered Olga cheesecake, which made her extremely ill. Olga lost consciousness and was found unconscious by her neighbor.

00:35:18

Olga's Sister Contacts the Police and the Investigation Begins

Olga's sister, Irene, contacted the police after learning about her sister's illness. Detective Kevin Rogers investigated the case, initially disbelieving Olga's story about the cheesecake. Ruben Borakoff, a man who had a similar experience with Victoria, sent Olga a picture of the woman, who was identified as Victoria Nazarova. The police found two more men in Coney Island who had been drugged and robbed by Victoria. They were able to confirm her identity and location.

00:39:53

Victoria's Arrest and the Evidence Found in Her Apartment

Nadia learned that Victoria was living in Brooklyn, just blocks away from her. Victoria was arrested in March 2017 after a PI, Herman Weisberg, tracked her down. When the police searched Victoria's apartment, they found Olga's employment authorization card, Ukrainian passport, and missing jewelry. The investigators noticed the striking resemblance between Victoria and Olga.

00:49:12

The Cheesecake and Pill Analysis and Victoria's Denial

Detective Kevin Rogers sent the cheesecake container and pills found at Olga's apartment to a lab. Both agencies detected phenosapam, a depressant that can cause respiratory depression or even death. Victoria denied poisoning Olga, claiming she did not force her to eat the cheesecake. She also denied any involvement in Alla's disappearance and claimed the Russian police were framing her.

00:56:39

Victoria's Attempted Murder Trial and Conviction

Victoria was charged with attempted murder in the case of Olga Sibit. Her trial began in January 2023. The prosecution argued that Victoria wanted to kill Olga to avoid being deported back to Russia. They presented evidence of Victoria's DNA on the cheesecake box and Olga's identification in Victoria's apartment. Olga testified that Victoria offered her cheesecake, which made her sick. She identified Victoria as the person who tried to poison her. Ruben Borakoff testified that he met Victoria on a Russian dating app and was drugged and robbed after eating fish she served him. Nadia Ford testified about her mother's disappearance and her interactions with Victoria. She described the sting operation she helped arrange with the police. The defense argued that there was no direct evidence of Victoria putting drugs in the cheesecake and that doctors found nothing unusual in Olga's system. They also claimed that even if Victoria poisoned the cheesecake, it didn't prove she wanted Olga dead. Victoria was found guilty of attempted murder, attempted assault, assault, unlawful imprisonment, and petty larceny. She was sentenced to 21 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision.

01:09:41

Victoria's Future and Deportation

Victoria is scheduled for release in 2038. She will face deportation once released, but it is unknown if she will go to trial for murder in Russia. The hosts conclude the episode by reiterating Victoria's dangerous nature and warning listeners to be cautious on Russian dating sites in 2038. They emphasize the gravity of her crimes and her inability to stay out of trouble.

01:11:56

Listener Voicemails and Conclusion

The hosts play a few voicemails from listeners, expressing their appreciation for the podcast and offering condolences to Gibby. The hosts announce that they did not receive any mail back this week and wrap up the episode.

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Q&A

• What was the main crime Victoria Nazarova was accused of in the United States?

  Victoria was accused of attempting to murder Olga Sibit by poisoning her with phenosapam-laced cheesecake.

• How did Nadia Ford, Alla's daughter, find evidence that Victoria was involved in her mother's disappearance?

  Nadia discovered a blurry traffic camera photo that appeared to show Victoria driving with Alla, who was slumped over in the passenger seat.

• Why did Victoria Nazarova flee to the United States?

  Victoria fled Russia after being questioned about the murder of her neighbor, Alla Aleksinka.

• What was Victoria's motive for drugging and robbing men she met on dating sites?

  Victoria used her charm and deception to gain the trust of men, drugged them, and then stole their money and valuables.

• What was the outcome of Victoria Nazarova's trial?

  Victoria was found guilty of attempted murder, attempted assault, assault, unlawful imprisonment, and petty larceny. She was sentenced to 21 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision.

• What was the significance of the cheesecake container and pills found at Olga Sibit's apartment?

  The cheesecake container and pills found at Olga's apartment contained phenosapam, a depressant that can cause respiratory depression or even death. This evidence further implicated Victoria in the attempted murder of Olga.

• What was Victoria's defense strategy in the attempted murder trial?

  The defense argued that there was no direct evidence of Victoria putting drugs in the cheesecake and that doctors found nothing unusual in Olga's system. They also claimed that even if Victoria poisoned the cheesecake, it didn't prove she wanted Olga dead.

• What is the current status of Victoria Nazarova?

  Victoria is currently serving a 21-year prison sentence. She will face deportation once released, but it is unknown if she will go to trial for murder in Russia.

• What is the main topic of this episode?

  The main topic of this episode is the case of Victoria Nazarova, a woman who was convicted of murder.

• What do the hosts say about the case of Victoria Nazarova?

  The hosts discuss the details of the case and share their thoughts on it. They find the case fascinating and discuss the evidence presented at trial.

• What do the listeners say in their voicemails?

  The listeners express their appreciation for the podcast and offer condolences to Gibby. They also discuss their thoughts on the cases discussed in the podcast.

Show Notes