DNA Evidence Solves 1964 New York Cold Case | Crime Alert 6AM 10.21.25

In Albany, New York, authorities announced they have solved the killing of 50-year-old Catherine Blackburn, who was found raped, stabbed, and bludgeoned in her home in September 1964 — more than six decades ago. Also in New York State, a former guard has been found guilty in the death of a handcuffed inmate. Philadelphia police have discovered human remains in the case of a missing woman and have arrested a suspect. A 38-year-old man, Cody Balmer, has pleaded guilty to a series of charges in what prosecutors described as a politically motivated assault on the home of Josh Shapiro, the governor of Pennsylvania.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Santa Barbara sheriffs have been desperately searching for now 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard for quite some time.  The only photo authorities have of Melodee is over 2 years old, as the little girl is ‘homeschooled’ in Vandenberg Village, just north of Lompoc. Santa Barbara sheriffs have been desperately searching for now 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard for quite some time.  The only photo authorities have of Melodee is over two years old, as the little girl is ‘homeschooled’ in Vandenberg Village, just north of Lompoc.California. Santa Barbara Sheriff's deputies attempt a welfare check but find no one at Ashlee Buzzard’s. home. Officers return the next day, finally making contact with Melodee’s mom. Melodee is not at home, and according to the Sheriff’s office, Buzzard cannot provide a “clear explanation” of Melodee’s whereabouts. Melodee is just six months old when her father passes away in a car crash. Melodee is described as a very sweet and loving little girl, who loves spending time with her cousins and flashing her beautiful smile. Ashlee Buzzard raises her daughter on her own and slowly pulls away from family. Melodee’s father’s family hasn’t seen the little girl in years. Anyone with information is asked to call Santa Barbara Sheriffs at 805-681-4150. Joining Nancy Grace today: Lizabeth Meza - Aunt of Melodee Buzzard  Lauren Johnson-Norris - Defense Attorney specializing in juvenile, and CPS cases in Orange County, California), Founder of Johnson Criminal Law Group Dr. Bethany Marshall -  Psychoanalyst, Author: "Deal Breaker," and featured in hit show "Paris in Love" on Peacock; Instagram & TikTok: drbethanymarshall, X: @DrBethanyLive Bill Garcia - Owner of Bill Garcia Investigative Services, Facebook: Bill Garcia Investigative Services, Instagram @BGISInternational Rhonda Dequier - Founder, Missing In Action Network, an advocacy program for the families of missing persons Alexis Tereszcuk - Crimeonline.com Investigative Reporter; Sydney Sumner - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories'   Raquel Zick - PIO for the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office in California  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Philadelphia, authorities have uncovered human remains while searching for Kada Scott, a woman reported missing two weeks ago after leaving her job at a nursing home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Meyer plans a Valentine's Day dinner for his wife, Deborah, with the theme "Bring Paris to You." Pulling out all the stops, he has their children draw pictures of the Eiffel Tower to decorate the table, buys Deborah a beautiful new dress, and orders food from their favorite Japanese steakhouse. After a lovely dinner, he gives his wife a Valentine's Day card with a personal message, and they dance to their wedding song. When the song ends, Deborah does not react as Taylor hopes, and they begin to argue. She leaves the house for about 20 minutes. When she returns, Taylor accuses her of cheating with a coworker and claims she visited her boyfriend, who had just gotten off work. He demands to see the messages on her watch and check her phone. When she refuses, a physical fight breaks out. Taylor pins her to the ground, sits on her back, and chokes her while grabbing the phone. He finds a number saved as "My Best Friend Emily" and calls it. A man answers. Taylor tells him, "It's your... fault." Deborah continues to struggle and challenges her husband, asking, "What are you going to do, kill me? You're going to hurt me and leave our kids with no parents?" She hits Taylor in the head with a water bottle. He responds by striking her in the head with a wine bottle. Deborah screams for help, calling for her children and the police. The person on the other end of the call hears her cries. When Deborah becomes unresponsive, Taylor goes to the kitchen, grabs "a big-ass knife," and stabs her 40 times. Joining Nancy Grace today: Greg Morse - Partner at the law firm of King Morse; current CJA counsel (Southern District of Florida); Former West Palm Beach Public Defender’s Office; Author: “The Untested” found on Amazon; website: kingmorse.com Dr. Bethany Marshall -  Psychoanalyst, Author: “Deal Breaker;"  featured in hit show “Paris in Love” on Peacock; IG & TicTok: @drbethanymarshall; X: @DrBethanyLive Barry Hutchison -  Owner & Chief Investigator for Barry & Associates Investigative Services [located in Kansas & Missouri] Dr. Kendall Crowns -  Chief Medical Examiner Tarrant County (Ft Worth); New Podcast: "DOA - Dead On Arrival," LAUNCHING April 7th; Lecturer: Burnett School of Medicine at TCU (Texas Christian University) Shannon Henry  -  President & Founder of SASS Go, (Surviving Assault Standing Strong) a nonprofit on a mission to eradicate abuse, trafficking and violence against women and girls globally, Case Consultant, Adjunct Professor at the University of South Carolina in the Department of Education, www.sassgo.org,  FB, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok: @sassgoglobal Christina Aguayo  - National News Anchor, Salem News Channel; Facebook: @ChristinaAguayoNews, Instagram: @Christina.AguayoNews See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking crime news as it happens throughout the day! Follow "Crime Alert Hourly Update" now on your favorite podcast app: https://link.chtbl.com/Crime_Alert Here's some of our top stories this week: Officials insist beloved teacher Ellen Greenberg killed herself, even after new evidence & a new documentary about the case emerges. Her furious family vows to continue to fight for justice! Authorities in Santa Barbara County launched a search for a 9-year-old girl who has not been seen in a year, and who has not been seen in a photograph in two. A Denver TV meteorologist reveals the moment when a stalker had her cornered. Florida sets a 15th execution date, setting a modern record. Stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead with "Crime Alert Hourly Update.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Subway pitchman Jared Fogle claims he was tricked by federal prosecutors into pleading guilty to child pornography charges. Those charges led to a jury conviction, and now Fogle remains housed at the Federal Correctional Institution Englewood in Colorado. He was sentenced to 15 years and 8 months. His earliest possible release date is set for March 24, 2029. Fogle rose to fame after claiming he lost more than 200 lbs. with a diet of Subway sandwiches. He appeared in ads for the franchise for over a decade.  In 2015, Fogle was fired after he admitted to having sex with at least two minors and to obtaining child pornography of at least 12 others. Now, we learn that one of Fogle's prison jobs is making sandwiches in the prison café.  Joining Nancy Grace today:  Dr. Tiffany Sanders - Psychologist Sheryl McCollum - Cold Case Investigative Research Institute Founder, and Host of podcast: Zone 7; X: @149zone7 Jennifer Dzikowski - Investigative Reporter  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police arrest prominent New York architect Rex Heuerman in connection with the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Rex Heuerman,59, is charged in multiple deaths of women whose bodies were found buried. These include Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman, and Amber Costello.    The women's remains were found along Gilgo Beach in Long Island within 500 feet of each other. However, investigators have found a total of  eleven bodies but Heuerman is not charged in all. Seven so far.    Heuermann claims he is innocent.  Now a judge rules that evidence collected through cutting-edge DNA technology will be admissible at his trial. Prosecutors say the DNA points directly at Rex Heuermann. The technology specializes in extracting nuclear DNA from damaged or hard-to-get samples, such as rootless hair, like those found on six of the victims.     Joining Nancy Grace Today: John Ray - Attorney for family of Shannan Gilbert Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills): Twitter: @DrBethanyLive    Deputy Police Commissioner Anthony M. Carter - Suffolk County Police Department Joe Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University; Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet" and Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan;" Twitter: @JoScottForensic Todd G. Shipley, CFE, CFCE - Cyber crime expert, Author: “Investigating Internet Crimes: An Introduction to Solving Crimes in Cyberspace;" Twitter: @webcase Toby Wolson - Forensic Consultant Specializing in DNA, Serology and Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Kristin Thorne- Investigative Reporter for WABC Channel 7 Eyewitness News in New York, and Host of Hulu’s true-crime show, “Missing;" @KristinThorne on Facebook, Twitter, Insta, Threads, & LinkedIn  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Texas woman was arrested last week after her 11-year-old autistic son was reportedly found severely underweight and with other injuries indicative of abuse. Investigators believe they know the identities of the shooters who opened fire at a crowded South Carolina bar on Sunday, killing four people and wounding 20 others. Sydney Sumner reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Joining Nancy Grace today: Anne Bremner - Trial lawyer, Legal Analyst, and Author: “Justice in the Age of Judgment;" X: @annembremner, Instagram: @Anne_Bremner Caryn Stark - Forensic Psychologist, Renowned TV and Radio Trauma expert and Consultant; Instagram: carynpsych, FB: Caryn Stark Private Practice Dr. Trace Sargent - Search, Rescue & Recovery Expert, PhD in Psychology (with a focus on victimology - criminal profiling - predator behaviors - crime scene analysis); Director of Forensic Investigations and Analysis Brian Fitzgibbons - Former Marine and Iraq War Veteran, Director of Operations for USPA Nationwide Security (leads a team of investigators specializing in locating missing persons); Instagram: @uspa_nationwide_security Stephen Tipper - Southern Alberta Reporter for Postmedia Dave Mack - Crime Stories Investigative Reporter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wife is cuffed, accused of bashing her husband's head in with a Billy club. She's then caught red-handed literally trying to clean up the crime scene, in the washing machine.  A therapist wife is busted for using AI in a poison plot against her estranged spouse. Plus, a catnapper fails to cash out on this impurrrr-fect caper!  Jennifer Gould reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.