316. [TEXAS] Nightmare at the Garage Sale || The Murder of Elizabeth Barraza

Heathers husband Kyle (me) has taken over the feed for the week!! Heather was given Monday off, so now you get an episode of Critical Incidents. One second Krishnanand was riding his bike. The next, he was dead in the street. This week on Critical Incidents, hear how Krishnanand survived getting hit full-force by an SUV — and what happened during nine days in a coma that would change everything. He didn’t just come back to life — he woke up in a completely different reality, one he now calls The Portal. 💥 If you’ve ever wondered what happens when everything you know is wiped away and you have to rebuild from zero, this is the episode you can’t miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An anniversary trip, 2 garage sale signs, and storm trooper boots.  Contributing Writing & Research: The Queen of All Things Haley Gray  For information pertaining to this case, check out the highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: IQBAR - Text "BIG" to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. "BIG" to 64000. Not all fish are the same! Get seafood you can trust. Go to ⁠wildalaskan.com/BIGMAD⁠ for $35 off your first box of premium, wild-caught seafood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a random Thursday, so here’s a BONUS listener write in episode. Enjoy! Sponsors: Stop losing sleep over mosquitoes. Take back your nights with Bzigo. Go to ⁠⁠bzigo.com/discount/BMTC⁠⁠ and save 10% off. And now, as part of the June & Summer Sale, you’ll also get 30% off your second Iris. Perfect time to grab one for every room in the house. ⁠Pacagen.com/BIGMAD⁠⁠ for an extra 25% off your order and an exclusive gift for our listeners at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A murder, 2 attempted murders, and another murder. For information pertaining to this case, check out the highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: ⁠⁠Joinbilt.com/bigmad⁠⁠⁠ - Make sure to use our URL so they know we sent you. Start earning points on your rent payment today! Hiyahealth.com/bigmad⁠⁠ - Receive 50% off your first order. This deal is not available on their regular website. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. ⁠Quince.com/bigmad⁠⁠ - Gift luxury this holiday season without the luxury price tag. Free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of lovelustfridays, hosts Jake Deptula and Michele Locke, alongside producer Haley Gray, are joined by Heather Ashley of Big Mad True Crime and Kyle Ashley from Critical Incidents to discuss the tragic story of Emma Compton. They explore the harsh realities of domestic violence, delving into the emotional and legal hurdles survivors face as well as the systemic obstacles that often block justice. The discussion highlights investigative issues in Emma’s case and emphasizes the need for improved communication between law enforcement and victims’ families. Heather shares her expertise in criminal intelligence and violent crime reduction, while Kyle brings insights from his military and law enforcement background. Together, they reflect on the importance of advocacy, mental health awareness, and sharing survivor stories. The conversation also touches on the personal challenges of working in true crime media, including managing criticism and maintaining balance. Sponsors: IQBAR - Text "BIG" to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. "BIG" to 64000. ⁠Curehydration.com/bigmad⁠⁠ - Use code BIGMAD for 20% off your first order! Betterhelp.com/BIGMAD⁠⁠ - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month. Give your pup a fresh start this new year by letting them taste test a personalized meal plan with Ollie! Head to Ollie.com/BIGMAD tell them all about your dog, and use code BIGMAD to get 60% off your first box of meals when you subscribe today! Plus, they offer a Clean Bowl Guarantee on the first box, so if you’re not completely satisfied, you’ll get your money back.  Start your dog's new year off right with Ollie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A loving father, a fantastic co-parent, and a strange race to the door.  Contributing Writing & Research: The Queen of All Things Haley Gray For information pertaining to this case, check out the highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: Graza.com/BIGMAD⁠⁠ - Use promo code BIGMAD to get 10% off of TRIO which includes Sizzle, Frizzle and Drizzle, and get to cookin’ your next chef-quality meal. Pacagen.com/BIGMAD for an extra 25% off your order and an exclusive gift for our listeners at checkout. For a limited time, Wild grain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box-PLUS free Croissants in every box-when you go to Wildgrain.com/BMTC Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets, at BollAndBranch.com/BIGMAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are off for Memorial day! Enjoy the newest episode of Critical Incidents! Paranormal researcher Eric shares chilling encounters, from full-body apparitions to time slip theories and a haunted Civil War mansion he now owns—The Knight House. Dive into ghost hunting myths, the science behind hauntings, and why spirits may be more human than we think. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode will haunt your curiosity long after it ends. The Knight House - We have had many paranormal experiences in the short time we have owned the house. We have heard disembodied voices, phantom footsteps, weird noises, knocking, and experienced other phenomena. Below are several videos that caught things that we can't explain. We will update this page with more audio and video as we capture the unexplainable and the paranormal! Throughout the house we have installed cameras that are constantly monitoring the house and property. The cameras are set to detect sound and motion and to notify us when we are not on the premises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a random Thursday, so here’s a BONUS listener write in episode. Enjoy! Sponsors: Zbiotics.com/BIGMAD⁠⁠ -  Use BIGMAD at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ZBiotics has a 100% money-back guarantee, so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason they will refund your money, no questions asked. IQBAR - Text "BIG" to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. "BIG" to 64000. Curehydration.com/bigmad⁠ - Use code BIGMAD for 20% off your first order! Not all fish are the same! Get seafood you can trust. Go to wildalaskan.com/BIGMAD for $35 off your first box of premium, wild-caught seafood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fraud, Root canals, and a defendant taking the stand. Contributing Writing & Research: The Queen of All Things Haley Gray. For information pertaining to this case, check out the highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: ⁠Joinbilt.com/bigmad⁠⁠ - Make sure to use our URL so they know we sent you. Start earning points on your rent payment today! Gabb.com/bigmad ⁠⁠- Protecting your kids has never been easier. For the best deals, sign up to Gabb today –no contract required. Graza.com/BIGMAD⁠ - Use promo code BIGMAD to get 10% off of TRIO which includes Sizzle, Frizzle and Drizzle, and get to cookin’ your next chef-quality meal. Betterhelp.com/BIGMAD⁠ - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tall crocodile tale, a shot heard around the camp, and cameras in the workplace. Contributing Writing & Research: The Queen of All Things Haley Gray. For information pertaining to this case, check out the highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: Hiyahealth.com/bigmad⁠ - Receive 50% off your first order. This deal is not available on their regular website. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Quince.com/bigmad⁠ - Gift luxury this holiday season without the luxury price tag. Free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order.  Stop losing sleep over mosquitoes. Take back your nights with Bzigo. Go to bzigo.com/discount/BMTC and save 10%off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices