Real Life Real Crime

Woody Overton returns with another episode of True Crime Time, covering a disturbing murder aboard a cruise ship, the conviction of a former Massachusetts police detective, the heartbreaking death of a 13-year-old Baton Rouge student, and troubling findings concerning Louisiana's handling of sexual assault evidence.The episode opens with This Day in History, revisiting the University of Idaho student murders, the conviction of Scott Peterson, the crimes of Chinese serial killer Huang Yong, the 1935 lynching of two Black teenagers in Texas, and the bombing of United Airlines Flight 629.Woody then examines capital punishment in China, including execution by gunshot, lethal injection, and the country's controversial use of mobile execution vehicles. Drawing comparisons to Louisiana's history of traveling electric-chair executions, he discusses how different countries have administered the death penalty.In the episode's first major case, a passenger aboard the MSC Seascape is accused of beating and strangling a woman during a cruise in international waters. Federal investigators describe surveillance footage, statements from the accused, and the discovery of the victim inside the couple's cabin.Next, in F'd-Up Professionals, Woody discusses the federal murder conviction of former Massachusetts police detective Matthew Farwell in the death of Sandra Birchmore and her unborn child. Prosecutors argued that Farwell groomed Birchmore beginning in her teenage years and later staged her death to resemble a suicide. Woody examines the abuse of authority and the importance of challenging questionable death investigations.The episode also covers a violent confrontation among football fans outside Levi's Stadium in California and the arrest of an airline passenger accused of making a bomb threat aboard a flight arriving in New Orleans.Closer to home, Woody discusses the death of 13-year-old Joshua Bonilla Ortega, a Westdale Middle School student found in a wooded area near Gardere in Baton Rouge. Authorities say Ortega was shot while three teenagers were handling a handgun and taking photographs. Two other juveniles were arrested after allegedly leaving the scene without seeking help.Finally, Woody turns to a Louisiana legislative audit revealing serious shortcomings in the collection, submission, and tracking of sexual assault evidence kits. He explains the importance of preserving forensic evidence, maintaining chain of custody, and ensuring survivors can monitor the progress of their cases.Drawing on his years as a homicide detective, Woody shares firsthand experiences with evidence collection and the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab while emphasizing accountability to victims and their families.Show NotesThis Day in History — November 122022: Woody revisits the murders of University of Idaho students Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, and the prosecution of Bryan Kohberger.1934: Charles Manson is born in Cincinnati, Ohio.2004: Scott Peterson is convicted of murdering his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son, Conner.2003: Chinese serial killer Huang Yong is arrested after murdering 17 teenage boys.1935: Ernest Collins and Benny Mitchell, two Black teenagers, are lynched by a white mob in Colorado County, Texas.1955: Investigators make progress in the United Airlines Flight 629 bombing case involving Jack Gilbert Graham.Capital Punishment in ChinaWoody examines China's death penalty system and the offenses for which capital punishment may be imposed.Discussion of executions by gunshot and lethal injection.The role of the Supreme People's Court in reviewing death sentences.Historical accounts of execution procedures and allegations involving organ harvesting.A recorded segment describes China's mobile lethal-injection execution vehicles.Woody compares these practices with Louisiana's historical use of a traveling electric chair.Story 1 — Murder Charge Following Death Aboard MSC SeascapeJason Leon Watford, 48, is charged with murder following a woman's death aboard the MSC Seascape.Federal investigators allege Watford beat and strangled the woman during an argument in their cabin.Surveillance footage and statements from ship employees become important parts of the investigation.A housekeeper discovers the woman motionless and reports the situation to ship personnel.The cruise ship returns to Galveston, Texas, where FBI investigators board the vessel.Watford's statements and the other evidence are described in a federal criminal complaint. The charge remains an allegation unless proven in court.F'd-Up Professionals — Matthew Farwell Convicted in Sandra Birchmore MurderFormer Stoughton, Massachusetts, police detective Matthew Farwell is convicted in federal court of murdering Sandra Birchmore and causing the death of her unborn child.Prosecutors presented evidence of a sexual relationship beginning when Birchmore was a minor and involved in a police youth program.Birchmore was found dead in her apartment in February 2021.Her death was initially classified as suicide before investigators reopened the case.Federal investigators uncovered approximately 40,000 text messages between Birchmore and Farwell.Farwell's defense maintained that Birchmore died by suicide.Woody discusses the abuse of authority, investigative accountability, and the devastating loss experienced by Birchmore's family.Story 3 — Violence Among NFL Fans at Levi's StadiumViral footage shows a large fight involving football fans outside Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.Reports describe arrests and stadium ejections following multiple disturbances.Woody questions why fans risk their safety and freedom over sporting events.He discusses the growing visibility of public violence through social media.Story 4 — Airline Passenger Accused of Bomb Threat Near New OrleansA 34-year-old passenger is arrested following an alleged bomb threat aboard an aircraft.The flight lands safely at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.No passenger injuries are reported.The suspect faces charges involving communicating false information and terrorizing.Woody discusses the serious consequences of threats involving aircraft and airports.Story 5 — Baton Rouge Teen Killed During Incident Involving HandgunThirteen-year-old Joshua Bonilla Ortega is found dead in a wooded area near Gardere Lane.Investigators say three juveniles were handling a handgun and taking photographs when Ortega was shot.Two other 13-year-olds allegedly left the scene without seeking assistance.Both juveniles are arrested, with additional charges including negligent homicide and obstruction of justice.Ortega attended Westdale Middle School and was remembered by family members for his love of soccer.Woody emphasizes firearm safety education, secure gun storage, and the responsibility to seek immediate help during an emergency.Final Story — Louisiana Sexual Assault Kit Tracking AuditA Louisiana legislative audit identifies problems with the handling and submission of sexual assault evidence kits.The state's tracking system, launched in 2024, allows survivors to check the status of their evidence.The audit finds that 17.9% of kits collected during the reviewed period were not submitted within the required timeframe.More than 25% were not collected from medical facilities within the statutory deadline.Thirty agencies had not enrolled in the tracking system, and 60 kits were missing from it.Woody explains evidence collection, refrigeration, documentation, chain of custody, and crime lab submissions from his detective experience.He discusses how delays and missing documentation can affect prosecutions and undermine victims' confidence in the justice system.Content Warning: This episode discusses murder, sexual assault, child exploitation, suicide-related evidence, racial violence, executions, and the death of a child. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #WoodyOverton #SandraBirchmore #MatthewFarwell #JoshuaBonillaOrtega #LouisianaTrueCrime #SexualAssaultEvidence #TrueCrimeNewsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this Veterans Day edition of True Crime Time, Woody Overton honors the men and women who have served in the United States military while examining a darker side of American history: notorious criminals who once wore the uniform.A veteran himself, Woody opens with a personal tribute to those who served, including his father, friends, and fellow service members. He reflects on the discipline, sacrifice, and lifelong impact of military service before turning to cases involving former military personnel who later committed horrific crimes.Woody revisits the military backgrounds of Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh, Green River Killer Gary Ridgway, Jeffrey Dahmer, BTK killer Dennis Rader, and Son of Sam killer David Berkowitz.He also examines violence directed against veterans, including the 1946 assault on Black World War II veteran Isaac Woodard and the deadly 1919 Centralia conflict on Armistice Day.The episode's central focus is the April 19, 1995, Oklahoma City bombing, which killed 168 people, including 19 children. Woody walks listeners through Timothy McVeigh's military service, radicalization, the bombing itself, and the extraordinary FBI investigation that led to his capture and conviction.Drawing from FBI accounts and his own experience as a detective, Woody examines how investigators traced the rented truck, identified McVeigh, and uncovered the involvement of Terry Nichols and Michael Fortier.Woody then explores McVeigh's 2001 execution, the unusual arrangements that allowed survivors and victims' families to witness it, and what ultimately happened to the other men involved in the bombing.The discussion leads to an examination of the Federal Witness Security Program, commonly known as witness protection or WITSEC. Woody discusses how cooperating witnesses receive new identities, relocate, and attempt to build new lives while remaining separated from their former criminal associations.Throughout the episode, Woody shares personal memories of military service, the Oklahoma City bombing, and his desire to return to the military following September 11, 2001.He closes by recognizing the sacrifices of veterans, including those living with service-related disabilities, and expressing gratitude for everyone who has served.Show NotesVeterans Day — Honoring Those Who ServedWoody reflects on his military service and the veterans in his family.The difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day.How military experience can shape discipline, responsibility, and lifelong relationships.Woody shares his belief in the value of military service and honors veterans across generations.This Day in History — Belle GunnessBorn November 11, 1859, Belle Gunness became one of America's most notorious suspected serial killers.Multiple suspicious deaths, disappearances, and fires surrounded her life.Investigators discovered numerous human remains on her Indiana property.Whether Gunness herself died in the farmhouse fire remains disputed.Notorious Criminals Who Served in the MilitaryTimothy McVeigh: Decorated U.S. Army veteran responsible for the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing.Gary Ridgway: The Green River Killer served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era.Jeffrey Dahmer: Served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in West Germany.Dennis Rader: The BTK killer served in the U.S. Air Force.David Berkowitz: The Son of Sam killer previously served in the U.S. Army.Crimes Against VeteransThe history of racist violence targeting Black veterans returning from military service.The 1946 assault on Isaac Woodard, a Black World War II veteran who was permanently blinded by police.The 1919 Centralia conflict in Washington, where violence involving American Legion members and Industrial Workers of the World members resulted in multiple deaths.Woody reflects on military brotherhood and the importance of recognizing every veteran's service.Featured Case — The Oklahoma City BombingOn April 19, 1995, Timothy McVeigh detonated a truck bomb outside the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building.The explosion killed 168 people, including 19 children, and injured hundreds more.Investigators traced vehicle components recovered from the bombing scene to identify the rented truck.McVeigh was already in custody following a traffic stop approximately 90 minutes after the attack.Evidence connected McVeigh to the bombing and revealed the involvement of Terry Nichols and Michael Fortier.Woody discusses McVeigh's military background, anti-government extremism, and the influence of Ruby Ridge and Waco.The FBI conducted tens of thousands of interviews and followed thousands of leads.Timothy McVeigh's ExecutionMcVeigh was convicted in 1997 and executed by lethal injection on June 11, 2001.He declined to deliver spoken final words and instead provided the poem Invictus as his final statement.His final meal consisted of mint chocolate chip ice cream.Selected victims' relatives and survivors witnessed the execution in person.Additional survivors and family members watched through a special closed-circuit television broadcast in Oklahoma City.Woody reflects on the families' search for justice and closure.What Happened to Terry Nichols and Michael Fortier?Terry Nichols was convicted for his involvement in the bombing and received multiple life sentences.Nichols remains incarcerated at the federal supermax prison in Florence, Colorado.Woody discusses Nichols' prison conditions and reported efforts to sell artwork, including restitution obligations.Michael Fortier cooperated with federal prosecutors and testified against McVeigh and Nichols.Fortier served a reduced prison sentence and was released in 2006.He subsequently entered the Federal Witness Security Program.Inside the Federal Witness Protection ProgramHow the U.S. Marshals Service administers WITSEC.Screening and eligibility considerations for cooperating witnesses.The process of relocating participants and establishing new identities.Restrictions on contact with former associates and previous social networks.Temporary financial assistance and the expectation of eventual self-sufficiency.Special protections for incarcerated witnesses.The consequences of violating program rules or committing additional crimes.Woody shares his perspective on the challenges of protecting witnesses with serious criminal histories.Closing Tribute — Veterans and Their FamiliesWoody recalls considering reenlisting after the September 11 terrorist attacks.He discusses Pat Tillman's decision to leave professional football for military service.Acknowledgment of disabled veterans and the sacrifices made by service members and their families.A final Veterans Day message of appreciation and respect.Content Warning: This episode discusses terrorism, mass murder, child deaths, executions, racial violence, and serial killings. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #WoodyOverton #VeteransDay #OklahomaCityBombing #TimothyMcVeigh #TerryNichols #WitnessProtection #TrueCrimeHistoryOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This Day in History — November 102003: The case of Mary Lynn Witherspoon, who was murdered after being stalked by Edmonds Tennant.1998: Eight-year-old Maddie Clifton's body is discovered inside the home of her teenage neighbor, Josh Phillips, in Jacksonville, Florida.2009: John Allen Muhammad, one of the perpetrators of the 2002 D.C. sniper attacks, is executed in Virginia.1985: A hunter discovers a barrel containing human remains in New Hampshire, an early discovery in the Bear Brook murders investigation.2008: Serial killer Arthur Shawcross dies in prison.1951: Birth of William Henry Hance, a convicted serial killer executed in Georgia in 1994.1938: Kristallnacht, the Nazi-organized campaign of antisemitic violence, concludes.Story 1 — Two Spokane County Deputies Killed in Domestic Violence ResponseDeputies Mason Acheson and Parker Perry respond to a November 3 domestic violence emergency near Spangle, Washington.Deputies attempting to reach potential victims inside a home come under gunfire.Acheson dies from his injuries, while Perry remains on life support for organ donation before his death.Investigators identify the gunman as Ryan Larson, who dies from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.Larson's mother and sister are also found dead inside the residence.Woody honors the deputies' military service, law enforcement careers, and surviving families.Story 2 — Russell Brand Sentencing ReportWoody plays a news segment reporting that British actor and comedian Russell Brand has received a 10½-year prison sentence.The report describes convictions involving rape and sexual assault.Additional allegations are described as remaining under investigation.Woody discusses celebrity, abuse of power, and accountability.Story 3 — Dallas Public Defender's Office Investigator Charged With Wife's MurderJimmy Spurger Jr., chief investigator for the Dallas County Public Defender's Office, is charged with first-degree murder.His wife, Maria Teresa Spurger, is found dead in their downtown Dallas apartment on November 6.Investigators describe a barricaded doorway, stab wounds, and evidence recovered at the scene.Spurger is discovered injured inside the apartment and taken for medical treatment.The couple had been married for approximately 35 years, and Spurger had recently filed for divorce.Woody discusses the reported evidence and the contrast between Spurger's investigative career and the criminal charge he now faces.Family Matters — Florida Grandmother Accused of Stealing Halloween DecorationTanya Jean Mannion is accused of taking an inflatable Halloween ghost from a neighbor's porch while caring for three grandchildren.Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd describes the incident in a video featured during the episode.Investigators report recovering the decoration.Mannion faces burglary, theft, criminal mischief, and related charges.Woody shares his appreciation for Sheriff Judd's memorable approach to communicating with the public.Story 4 — Postal Worker Discovers Note Leading to Three Bodies in New JerseyUSPS employee Don Clemens discovers an unusual handwritten note requesting someone call 911.Police respond to a home in Mount Holly, New Jersey, on November 6.Three adults, described by neighbors as two brothers and a sister, are found dead inside.The note includes two hand-drawn sad faces.Authorities have not publicly established the cause of death or identified a suspect in the reporting discussed.Woody examines the unusual circumstances and unanswered questions surrounding the discovery.Story 5 — Kentucky Woman Accused of Strangling High School Football PlayerKayla Barrett, 36, is arrested following an alleged October 30 incident at a football game between Wayne County and North Laurel.Investigators allege Barrett approached a teenage player and strangled him from behind.The student receives medical evaluation.Barrett faces a second-degree strangulation charge.Woody discusses the responsibility of adults to protect young athletes and maintain safe sporting environments.Content Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, murder, sexual assault, violence against children, and antisemitic persecution. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #WoodyOverton #SpokaneCounty #RussellBrand #DallasCrime #MaddieClifton #TrueCrimeNewsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Woody Overton returns with another episode of True Crime Time, covering international violence, disturbing allegations against trusted professionals, the murder of a young woman in Brooklyn, the death of a Colorado police officer, and a troubling investigation into deaths inside a Louisiana prison.The episode begins with This Day in History, revisiting the unsolved 1954 murder of 14-year-old Carolyn Loretta Wasilewski, Jack the Ripper's final canonical victim, Mary Jane Kelly, the John List family murders, and the Nazi violence of Kristallnacht in 1938.In Poland, a mass shooting in Krakow's historic market square leaves six people dead and numerous others injured. Authorities are investigating the attack as suspected far-right terrorism, and investigators report finding three members of the alleged gunman's family dead at his home.In Brooklyn, police arrest Saeed Muhassib in connection with the fatal stabbing of 28-year-old Katie Suarez while she was jogging along the waterfront. Surveillance footage and other evidence lead investigators to the suspect, who previously had a brief employment history with the NYPD.Woody then examines a disturbing lawsuit involving former pediatric urologist Brian Sack. Families allege that intimate photographs of young patients taken during medical procedures were stored in the same personal cloud account as child sexual abuse material. Woody questions how such allegations could arise within a profession entrusted with protecting children.In Colorado, Lakewood police officer Nick Graham is killed and three fellow officers are wounded during a shootout involving a suspect aboard a bus. Woody reflects on the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers and the support provided by neighboring agencies.The episode also includes the arrest of a South Carolina father accused of leaving his six-year-old daughter outside a Target store overnight to hold his place in line for Pokémon cards, along with criminal allegations involving a Kansas school principal and a Mississippi man.Finally, Woody turns to Louisiana's Elayn Hunt Correctional Center, where 36 inmate deaths have been reported during 2026. He examines the crackdown on contraband, employee arrests, staffing changes, and new leadership credited with reducing suspicious deaths.Drawing on his own experience in law enforcement and corrections, Woody discusses accountability, public safety, and the importance of protecting people who depend on institutions for their safety.Show NotesThis Day in History — November 91954: Fourteen-year-old Carolyn Loretta Wasilewski is found murdered near railroad tracks in Baltimore. Her case remains unsolved.1888: Mary Jane Kelly, widely considered Jack the Ripper's fifth and final canonical victim, is discovered murdered in London's Whitechapel district.1971: John List murders his wife, mother, and three children in New Jersey before disappearing for nearly 18 years.1938: Kristallnacht begins as Nazi-organized violence targets Jewish communities, synagogues, homes, and businesses across Germany and Austria.Story 1 — Mass Shooting in Krakow, PolandA gunman opens fire in Krakow's historic market square on November 7.Six people are reported dead, with numerous others injured, including police officers.Authorities identify the attack as suspected far-right terrorism.Investigators discover the bodies of the suspect's parents and sister at the family home.Poland begins a period of national mourning.Woody discusses violent extremism, radicalization, and the devastating consequences of terrorism.Story 2 — Brooklyn Jogger Katie Suarez Fatally StabbedTwenty-eight-year-old Katie Suarez is attacked while jogging along a Brooklyn waterfront path.Suarez dies several days after suffering stab wounds to her neck.Police arrest Saeed Muhassib, 27, and charge him with murder and related offenses.Investigators reportedly use surveillance footage and evidence of discarded items to identify the suspect.Woody discusses the apparent randomness of the attack and the devastating loss suffered by Suarez's family.Story 3 — Former Pediatric Doctor Accused in Disturbing LawsuitFormer pediatric urologist Brian Sack faces criminal charges involving child sexual abuse material.Families of 13 former patients file a lawsuit concerning photographs allegedly taken during medical examinations and surgical procedures.The complaint alleges intimate patient images were stored in a personal cloud account containing child sexual abuse material.Woody discusses medical trust, professional accountability, and the allegations raised by the families.The civil allegations and pending criminal charges have not been established as findings of guilt.Story 4 — Lakewood Police Officer Killed in Colorado Bus ShootingLakewood officers approach a suspect aboard a bus on November 5.Gunfire erupts, killing Officer Nick Graham and wounding three other officers.The suspect is also killed, and a bystander is injured.Graham is remembered for his investigative work and dedication to public service.Neighboring law enforcement agencies assist with patrol duties while the department grieves.Family Matters — Father Accused of Leaving Child Outside TargetJohn Michael Dooley is arrested in Charleston, South Carolina.Police allege he left his six-year-old daughter outside a Target store overnight to hold his place in line for Pokémon trading cards.Concerned customers contact authorities.The child is found unharmed and placed in protective custody.Dooley faces a charge of unlawful conduct toward a child.F'd-Up Professionals — Criminal Allegations Against Individuals in Positions of TrustA Topeka, Kansas, middle school principal, Todd Hag, is arrested on allegations involving child sex crimes.The school district places him on administrative leave while cooperating with investigators.In Mississippi, Edward Waltman II faces a sexual battery charge involving allegations dating to the 1980s.Woody discusses professional responsibility and the importance of investigating allegations of abuse.Final Story — Deaths and Reforms at Elayn Hunt Correctional CenterWBRZ reports 36 inmate deaths at the Louisiana correctional facility during 2026.Four deaths are identified as drug overdoses, while 11 are reported as unexplained.Officials describe a decline in suspicious deaths following new procedures and increased enforcement.Investigators report charges against 20 current or former employees during 2026.New leadership, staffing improvements, and contraband investigations are credited with changing conditions at the prison.Woody draws on his corrections experience to discuss institutional accountability and the challenges of prison management.Content Warning: This episode discusses mass shootings, murder, antisemitic violence, child sexual abuse allegations, and deaths in correctional facilities. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #WoodyOverton #TrueCrimeNews #Krakow #KatieSuarez #LakewoodPolice #ElaynHunt #LouisianaTrueCrimeOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Woody Overton returns with an episode of True Crime Time examining one of Illinois' most controversial unsolved family murders, several Louisiana homicide cases, and renewed investigative efforts in the decades-old Jeff Davis 8 case.The episode begins with the 1983 murders of Susan Hendricks and her three children in Bloomington, Illinois. Susan's husband, David Hendricks, was convicted of the killings, but his conviction was overturned, and he was acquitted at a retrial in 1991. Woody examines the circumstantial evidence, disputed forensic conclusions, and questions that continue to surround the unsolved murders.Woody then turns to Louisiana, revisiting the murders of Jonathan Pizzotto and William Mitchell in Jefferson Parish, a brutal Baton Rouge homicide, a deadly home invasion in Norco, and developments in a St. Martin Parish murder investigation.The episode's central discussion focuses on the Jeff Davis 8, also known as the Jennings 8—eight women whose deaths have remained the subject of investigations and public scrutiny for nearly two decades.After sharing a news interview about the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office's renewed investigative efforts, Woody examines the importance of evidence preservation, reviewing cold cases with fresh eyes, and investigating each victim's case individually before determining whether the murders are connected.Drawing on his experience as a homicide detective, Woody offers his perspective on the investigation, discusses possible explanations for why the killings stopped, and emphasizes the importance of continuing to pursue leads.He also addresses the challenges facing investigators and the families who have waited years for answers.Show NotesThis Day in History — The Hendricks Family MurdersIn November 1983, Susan Hendricks and her three children, Rebecca, Grace, and Benjamin, were found murdered in Bloomington, Illinois.David Hendricks was convicted in 1984 and sentenced to four consecutive life terms.The original prosecution relied heavily on circumstantial evidence, including estimates of the victims' time of death based on stomach contents.The Illinois Supreme Court overturned his conviction in 1990.Hendricks was acquitted at his 1991 retrial.Woody examines the disputed evidence, the possibility of alternative suspects, and why the murders remain unsolved.Louisiana Crime Cases RevisitedJefferson Parish: Cody LaBranche's conviction for the murders of Jonathan Pizzotto and William Mitchell in Metairie.Baton Rouge: A brutal 2016 homicide involving Oscar Perez and the killing and dismemberment of his former partner.Norco: The 2013 murder of Mary Arico during a home invasion involving teenage suspects.St. Martin Parish: A 2022 murder investigation involving victim Monkey Jones and an arrest warrant for Troy Borda.Featured Discussion — The Jeff Davis 8 / Jennings 8 InvestigationThe Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office provides an update on its renewed investigation into the deaths of eight women.Investigators describe thousands of hours spent reviewing case files and evidence.A detailed inventory identifies evidence stored in unexpected locations.Investigators work to preserve and digitize older recordings and other materials.The Louisiana Attorney General's Office and additional investigative resources assist with the review.Each woman's case is being examined individually, with potential connections evaluated through the evidence.The sheriff discusses his commitment to the victims' families and the difficulty of investigating cases nearly two decades old.Woody's Analysis — Cold Cases, Evidence and Investigative BiasWhy reviewing original evidence with fresh eyes can reveal overlooked information.The importance of evidence organization, preservation, and chain of custody.The dangers of tunnel vision and confirmation bias in homicide investigations.Why investigators should not assume all eight murders were committed by the same person without supporting evidence.Woody shares his personal theory that the killings may have stopped because a possible perpetrator was incarcerated or died. This is his interpretation, not an established investigative finding.The challenges of pursuing a prosecution when witnesses, evidence, and memories have been affected by the passage of time.Why new tips and continued public attention remain important.A Message About Unsolved CasesWoody encourages listeners to continue sharing information about unsolved murders and emphasizes that even a seemingly minor detail may help investigators develop a lead.Content Warning: This episode discusses the murders of children, domestic violence, sexual violence, dismemberment, and unsolved homicides. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #WoodyOverton #JeffDavis8 #Jennings8 #DavidHendricks #ColdCases #LouisianaTrueCrimeOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Woody Overton returns to True Crime Time following election week with a powerful episode covering the dangers faced by law enforcement, the rescue of a missing teenager, a heartbreaking murder conviction, and the violent realities of life inside Louisiana's Angola prison.The episode opens with This Day in History, revisiting the Chris Watts family murders, the Amanda Knox case, serial killer Hadden Clark, and the 1992 Tulsa Lee's Chicken murders.In Washington State, a domestic violence call turns deadly when a gunman opens fire on responding Spokane County sheriff's deputies. One deputy has died, and another remains on life support as the law enforcement community and their families face an unimaginable tragedy.Next, a teenager missing for more than 520 days is rescued in Oregon after investigators receive information about her captivity through an online gaming connection. A 39-year-old suspect faces federal charges, raising serious questions about online exploitation and the dangers of predatory behavior.In New York, a jury convicts Raymond Wright Jr. of murdering his 14-year-old girlfriend, Samantha Humphrey, after she told him she might be pregnant. Woody discusses the digital evidence that helped secure the conviction and the devastating impact on Samantha's family.Finally, Woody draws on his decades of law enforcement experience to examine violence inside Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola. Following the reported stabbing death of inmate and rapper Brandon Guidry, known as Lil Real, Woody discusses prison culture, inmate conflicts, security procedures, and the consequences of violence behind bars.Throughout the episode, Woody shares personal experiences from his detective career and reflects on justice, accountability, and the people whose lives are forever changed by violent crime.Show NotesThis Day in History — November 62018: Chris Watts pleads guilty to murdering his pregnant wife, Shanann Watts, and their daughters, Bella and Celeste.2007: Amanda Knox signs a controversial police statement during the investigation into Meredith Kercher's murder in Italy.1992: Serial killer Hadden Clark is arrested in Maryland in connection with the murder of Laura Houghteling.1992: A confession from getaway driver Tyrone Johnson helps investigators solve the Tulsa Lee's Chicken murders.Story 1 — Deadly Shooting of Spokane County Sheriff's DeputiesDeputies respond to a domestic violence incident near Spangle, Washington, on November 3.A gunman opens fire, critically wounding two responding deputies.One deputy dies, while the second remains on life support at the time of the reporting featured in the episode.Woody discusses the dangers of domestic violence calls, the sacrifices of law enforcement families, and organ donation.An independent investigative team examines the circumstances surrounding the shooting.Story 2 — Missing Teen Rescued After More Than 520 DaysA teenage girl who disappeared in May 2025 is recovered in Oregon.Federal investigators allege Adam Harmel, 39, transported the girl across state lines and held her against her will.Information shared through the online game Among Us helps investigators locate and rescue her.Court documents describe disturbing allegations of confinement, threats, and efforts to prevent identification.Harmel faces a federal charge involving transportation with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity.Woody discusses online predators and extremist communities associated with violent content.Story 3 — Raymond Wright Jr. Convicted in Samantha Humphrey MurderFourteen-year-old Samantha Humphrey disappeared in Schenectady, New York, in November 2022.Her body was recovered from the Mohawk River months later.Raymond Wright Jr., also 14 at the time of the killing, is convicted of second-degree murder.Prosecutors presented cellphone records, location information, surveillance footage, and digital searches.Samantha had told Wright she believed she might be pregnant, although a pregnancy was not confirmed.Wright faces 15 years to life in prison, with sentencing scheduled for January 2027.Woody discusses juvenile offenders, sentencing, and the suffering endured by Samantha's family.Story 4 — Violence Inside Louisiana's Angola PrisonWoody examines the reported October 2026 stabbing death of Brandon Guidry, a New Orleans rapper known as Lil Real.Guidry's family alleges he was handcuffed and shackled when another inmate attacked him.Authorities describe an inmate altercation, and the circumstances remain disputed.Woody explains restricted housing, inmate restraints, prison routines, and the informal rules governing interactions between inmates.Additional reporting discusses the fatal stabbing of inmate Jonathan Robertson and the murder charge against fellow inmate Melvin Lopez.Woody shares experiences from his detective career involving violent offenders and the consequences of long prison sentences.Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of child murder, domestic violence, shootings, sexual exploitation allegations involving a minor, strangulation, and prison violence. 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Cyndi Overton returns with a packed episode of True Crime Time, covering a multistate manhunt, disturbing home invasions, a major sentencing development in Australia's infamous mushroom murder case, controversial U.S. military strikes, and a long-awaited arrest in a Florida disappearance.The episode opens with the 1871 Wickenburg Massacre in Arizona, a deadly stagecoach attack whose perpetrators remain disputed more than 150 years later.In Tennessee, convicted murderer Jacob Allen Morley is back in custody after escaping from a maximum-security prison and evading authorities for nine days. His flight across multiple states ended in Missouri when his vehicle became stuck in mud.In South Carolina, investigators have arrested Terran Lamon Banks in connection with a series of nighttime burglaries targeting women. Authorities are also investigating additional incidents involving allegations of sexual assault.Cyndi then revisits Australia's notorious mushroom poisoning case, where convicted murderer Erin Patterson has received a more severe sentence following an appeals court ruling.The episode also examines the growing controversy surrounding U.S. military strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, including questions about international law and the use of lethal force.Finally, nearly 15 years after Florida mother Michelle Parker vanished on the same day her appearance on The People's Court aired, prosecutors have formally charged her former fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., with second-degree murder. Parker's remains have never been recovered.Throughout the episode, Cyndi shares personal reflections on the emotional burden carried by homicide detectives, her family's experiences with narcotics investigations, and why sharing information and reporting tips can make a difference.Show NotesThis Day in History — The 1871 Wickenburg MassacreA deadly stagecoach attack near Wickenburg, Arizona, on November 5, 1871.Conflicting historical accounts identifying Native American attackers or Mexican bandits.Violence and retaliation that followed the massacre.Why the identity of the attackers remains disputed more than 150 years later.Story 1 — Tennessee Prison Escapee Captured After Nine-Day ManhuntJacob Allen Morley, convicted of murdering coworker Cody Birchfield, escapes from the Northwest Correctional Complex.Authorities investigate stolen vehicles, firearms, and Morley's movements across state lines.Law enforcement uses license plate readers, aircraft, and coordinated surveillance.Morley is arrested in Missouri on November 3 after his vehicle becomes stuck in mud.Cyndi reflects on Woody Overton's homicide investigations and the lasting emotional impact of violent crimes on detectives.Story 2 — South Carolina Nighttime Burglaries Targeting WomenTerran Lamon Banks is arrested following an investigation into four alleged burglaries in Greenville County.Investigators describe incidents involving women alone in their homes.One victim allegedly had photographs transferred from her phone while she slept.Authorities investigate five additional incidents, including allegations of criminal sexual conduct.Banks faces burglary, grand larceny, and voyeurism charges; the additional allegations remain under investigation.Anyone with relevant information can contact the Greenville County Sheriff's Office at 864-467-5300.Story 3 — Erin Patterson's Mushroom Murder SentenceRevisiting the July 2023 Beef Wellington lunch in Victoria, Australia.Three family members died after consuming a meal containing poisonous death cap mushrooms; a fourth survived.Patterson was convicted of three murders and one attempted murder.Cyndi discusses the October 30, 2026, appeals court ruling rejecting Patterson's conviction appeal and removing her opportunity for parole under the current sentence.Story 4 — U.S. Military Strikes on Suspected Drug-Trafficking VesselsMilitary operations targeting vessels suspected of transporting illegal narcotics.Reported fatalities and concerns raised by international human rights experts.The legal debate surrounding the use of lethal force against suspected traffickers.Cyndi shares childhood memories of observing narcotics investigations with her father in Laredo, Texas, and reflects on the devastating effects of drug addiction.Story 5 — Michelle Parker Disappearance: Murder Charge Filed Nearly 15 Years LaterMichelle Parker disappeared in Orlando on November 17, 2011, the day her appearance on The People's Court aired.Investigators revisit digital evidence, communications, and photographs from the original investigation.Her former fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested in October 2026.Prosecutors formally filed a second-degree murder charge on November 3, 2026.Smith has pleaded not guilty, and Parker's remains have never been recovered.The central unanswered question remains: Where is Michelle Parker?Content Warning: This episode discusses murder, home invasions, sexual assault allegations, drug addiction, and violence.Host: Cyndi OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #MichelleParker #ErinPatterson #TrueCrime #MissingPersons #CrimeNewsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cyndi Overton takes listeners through five major true crime stories involving new forensic testing, disputed testimony, legal challenges, and the pursuit of justice.The episode begins with a look back at the 1993 murders of eight-year-olds Christopher Byers, Stevie Branch, and Michael Moore in West Memphis, Arkansas. More than three decades later, the case remains controversial, with renewed DNA testing offering the possibility of answers.In Dallas, the capital murder trial of rapper Yella Beezy, legally named Marquise Conway, raises questions about witness credibility after a key witness repeatedly invokes his Fifth Amendment rights. Prosecutors allege Conway arranged the 2020 killing of fellow rapper Melvin Noble, known as Mo3, but Conway has pleaded not guilty.Cyndi then examines a new legal challenge in the Alex Murdaugh murder case, where defense attorneys are seeking dismissal of the indictments involving the deaths of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh, alleging that an investigator provided misleading information to a grand jury.In Massachusetts, the Lindsay Clancy case continues following a mistrial, with defense attorneys challenging the possibility of another trial over the deaths of her three young children.Finally, a retired NYPD detective faces a second-degree murder indictment following a fatal road rage confrontation near the George Washington Bridge.Throughout the episode, Cyndi examines the distinction between allegations and proven facts, the importance of reliable evidence, and the rights of victims and defendants.Show NotesThis Day in History — The West Memphis ThreeRevisiting the 1993 murders of Christopher Byers, Stevie Branch, and Michael Moore.The convictions of Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley Jr.The Arkansas Supreme Court's November 4, 2010, decision requiring further consideration of new evidence.The 2011 Alford pleas that resulted in the three men's release after more than 18 years in prison.Renewed DNA testing and the continuing search for answers about the boys' murders.Story 1 — Yella Beezy and the Mo3 Murder CaseThe November 2020 shooting death of Dallas rapper Melvin Noble, known as Mo3.Capital murder allegations against Marquise Conway, known professionally as Yella Beezy.A key witness's refusal to answer substantive questions during trial testimony.The significance of grand jury statements, Fifth Amendment protections, and forensic evidence.Why the prosecution must establish an alleged murder-for-hire arrangement independently of the conviction of the gunman.Story 2 — Alex Murdaugh's Latest Legal ChallengeDefense attorneys seek dismissal of the murder indictments involving Maggie and Paul Murdaugh.Allegations that misleading forensic information was presented to the grand jury.Questions surrounding blood evidence, firearms, and investigative testimony.The distinction between a defense allegation and a judicial finding.The legal proceedings ahead of Murdaugh's anticipated retrial.Story 3 — Lindsay Clancy and the Fight Over a RetrialThe deaths of Cora, Dawson, and Callan Clancy in Massachusetts.The mistrial and the defense's challenge to another prosecution.Allegations involving a holdout juror and questions about jury conduct.The legal meaning of double jeopardy following a deadlocked jury.The role of postpartum psychosis in the defense's arguments concerning criminal responsibility.Story 4 — Retired NYPD Detective Charged in Road Rage KillingThe death of Con Edison worker Corin Irvine following a traffic confrontation near the George Washington Bridge.Second-degree murder charges against retired NYPD detective Victor Romero.Questions raised by Irvine's family about bail and the handling of the case.The importance of distinguishing a criminal indictment from a conviction.Content Warning: This episode discusses child murders, gun violence, alleged murder-for-hire, mental illness, and the deaths of young children. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Cyndi OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time#RealLifeRealCrime #TrueCrimeTime #WestMemphisThree #YellaBeezy #Mo3 #AlexMurdaugh #LindsayClancy #TrueCrimeOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On Election Day 2026, Woody Overton takes listeners back through some of the darkest chapters in American voting history, when exercising the right to vote could cost someone their life.From the 1920 Ocoee Massacre in Florida to the 1874 election violence in Barbour County, Alabama, Woody examines deadly attacks, voter intimidation, political corruption, and the organized violence that shaped elections across the country.The episode also explores Kansas City's bloody 1934 election, organized crime's influence on New York City politics, and the devastating Colfax Massacre in Louisiana following the disputed 1872 gubernatorial election.Through historical accounts and archival news segments, Woody examines the violence that accompanied Reconstruction, the suppression of Black voters, and the lasting consequences for American civil rights.As Americans head to the polls, Woody delivers a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for the right to vote—and why that right should never be taken for granted.Show NotesIn this episode:The Ocoee Massacre (1920): A Florida community devastated by racial violence after Black residents attempted to exercise their voting rights.The Barbour County Election Massacre (1874): Deadly attacks on Black Republican voters during Reconstruction in Alabama.Kansas City's Bloody Election (1934): Political machines, gangsters, intimidation, and a deadly election-day shootout.Tammany Hall and New York City (1933): Organized crime and voter intimidation during a contentious mayoral election.Louisiana's Disputed Election of 1872: Political turmoil following the gubernatorial contest between William Pitt Kellogg and John McEnery.The Colfax Massacre (1873): The killing of Black citizens in Grant Parish and the legal consequences that weakened federal civil rights enforcement.The Fight for Voting Rights: Historical reporting and accounts highlighting the human cost of voter suppression.Woody's Election Day Message: A reminder to exercise the right to vote and remember those who were denied that opportunity.Content Warning: This episode contains descriptions of racial violence, lynching, mass murder, voter intimidation, and other disturbing historical events. Strong language is used. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: True Crime Time For#TrueCrimeTime #WoodyOverton #ElectionDay #TrueCrime #OcoeeMassacre #ColfaxMassacre #VotingRights #AmericanHistoryOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the eve of Election Day, Woody Overton delivers a candid, unfiltered episode about the race for District Attorney in Louisiana's East and West Feliciana parishes.After nearly three months on the campaign trail with candidate Cy D'Aquila, Woody reflects on the experience, the importance of courtroom qualifications, and why he believes the outcome of this election matters to the future of both parishes.Drawing on his years in law enforcement, Woody discusses the realities of criminal jury trials, revisits the prosecution of David Anthony Burns in the Courtney Coco murder case, and explains why he believes trial experience is essential for a district attorney.Woody also raises questions about opposing candidate Ken Fabre's courtroom experience and campaign finance disclosures, discusses a complaint he says he filed with the Louisiana Ethics Board, and shares his personal observations from the campaign trail.As Election Day approaches, Woody makes his final case for Cy D'Aquila, reflecting on his family's deep roots in the Felicianas and his hopes for safer communities and a stronger criminal justice system.This episode reflects Woody Overton's personal opinions, experiences, and allegations regarding the candidates and election.Show NotesIn this episode:Three months on the campaign trail: Woody reflects on traveling throughout East and West Feliciana parishes with Cy D'Aquila, attending community events and meeting residents.Courtroom experience matters: Why Woody believes criminal jury trial experience is an essential qualification for a district attorney.The Courtney Coco case: Woody revisits the David Anthony Burns murder trial and discusses prosecutor Hugo Holland's courtroom performance.The district attorney's responsibilities: A discussion of prosecutorial decisions, plea agreements, jury trials, and the importance of preparing law enforcement cases for court.Questions surrounding Ken Fabre: Woody shares his criticisms of Fabre's professional experience and recounts interactions and incidents from the campaign.Campaign finance concerns: Woody discusses publicly filed campaign finance reports and a complaint he says he submitted to the Louisiana Ethics Board. His allegations are presented as his claims, not established findings.Cy D'Aquila's background: Woody discusses D'Aquila's criminal defense experience, courtroom record, and proposed community and youth mentorship initiatives.A personal connection to the Felicianas: Woody reflects on his family's history in the area and his concerns about public safety and the future of the communities.The final message before Election Day: Woody reiterates his personal endorsement of Cy D'Aquila and encourages residents to vote.Content Warning: This episode contains strong language and discussion of violent crime, sexual offenses involving minors, and other disturbing criminal cases. Listener discretion is advised.Host: Woody OvertonPodcast: Real Life Real Crime#RealLifeRealCrime #WoodyOverton #Louisiana #EastFeliciana #WestFeliciana #CriminalJustice #CourtroomExperienceOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Stio and use my code stio.com/RLRC for a great deal: https://www.stio.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy