Episodes

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Winston and I put together another mini-series covering mass shooters in Oregon - more specifically, school shooters in Oregon. We advise caution when listening to this episode as it could be triggering for some. This episode covers the 2015 Umpqua Community College shooting. We've decided not to mention the name of the shooter in the episode title or throughout the vast majority of this episode. This episode is dedicated to the victims of the shooting, bot...

For this episode, Winston and I are joined by Kim and Christine of the Unexplained Oregon podcast! We cover the case of the Fong Murder Trials/Murder of DIane Hank. There were numerous trials in this case; however, no one has ever truly been brought to justice for the murder of Diane. Promos: A Nefarious Nightmare; The Jury Room -- PATREON INSTAGRAM: @truecrimecatlawyer TWITTER: @truecrimecatlaw WEBSITE FACEBOOK https://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer -- Sources: https://www.oregonlive.com/h...

This is the 2nd episode in our mini series on Missing Persons in the PNW. This episode covers 6 cases from Washington State and British Columbia. Please share these cases with your friends, families, and social networks. Law enforcement and tip information can be found below: TIP LINE/LAW ENFORCEMENT INFO: David Adams (Contact King County Sheriff's Office at 206-296-0970) Kimberly Kersey (Contact Detective Lindsay Schultz at 360-397-2028) Brianne Wolgram (Contact CrimeStoppers at CrimeStopper...

Winston and I were joined by Lindsay and Madi from the Ye Olde Crime podcast to cover our 1st historical crime: the most hated woman in America at the time, Madame Restell. Promo: Perhaps It's You PATREON INSTAGRAM: @truecrimecatlawyer TWITTER: @truecrimecatlaw WEBSITE FACEBOOK MERCH STORE https://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer -- Sources: http://www.elizabethkmahon.com/2008/04/wickedest-woman-in-new-york-madame.html https://digital.library.cornell.edu/catalog/sat2601 https://www.newyorker.c...

Winston and I decided to do another mini series on missing persons in the PNW. For this episode, we cover 6 cases in Oregon and Idaho. TIP LINE/LAW ENFORCEMENT INFO: Krystyn Dunlap (Contact Boise Police Department at 208-377-6790) Amber Hoopes (Contact Crime Stoppers at 208-522-1983) Angela Chan (Contact Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office at 541-388-6655) Cynthia Martinez (Contact Detective Andy Phelps with Keizer PD at 503-856-3497) Katheryne Eggleston (Contact Portland Police Bureau at 50...

TW: CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN; SEXUAL ASSAULT Winston and I have partnered with Jess and Brice from What Happens in the Woods podcast for a collaborative series on wrongful convictions. Last week, Jess and Brice took us through the background of the Dixmoor 5 in Part 1. In Part 2, Winston and I will take over with the legal side of things. Stay tuned for more episodes in this monthly series! PNW True Crime Fest What Happens in the Woods Podcast PATREON INSTAGRAM: @truecrimecatlawyer TWITTER:...

TW: CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN; SEXUAL ASSAULT Winston and I have partnered with Jess and Brice from What Happens in the Woods podcast for a collaborative limited series on wrongful convictions. In this first episode, we cover the case of the Dixmoor 5. Jess and Brice take us through the background in Part 1 and next week Winston and I will take over with the legal side of things in Part 2. Stay tuned for more episodes in this monthly series! PNW True Crime Fest What Happens in the Woods Podca...

TW: SUICIDE This is a special bonus episode Winston and I recorded with Paige from Reverie True Crime! We discuss the tragic case of Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter. This case is heavy and involves discussion of suicide. Please listen with care. Promos: Octoberpod; Snarky & Sage shop; Spooky Babes sticker shop Links for Octoberpod: OctoberpodVHS.com | YouTube | @OctoberpodVHS Links for Snarky & Sage: https://etsy.me/3dSko3x https://www.instagram.com/snarkyandsage/ Promo Code: CRIMECAT10 Links ...

TW: RAPE/SEXUAL ASSAULT; CRIMES INVOLVING CHILDREN For this episode, Winston and I were joined by Alex of the Weird Distractions podcast. Listen as we each tell each other a true crime case from the Pacific Northwest. Alex takes us to Oregon where she covers the case of Michele Gates. Then we head to Idaho where I share the case of mysterious serial killer James Wood (no, not the famous actor). Promos: Weird Distraction Podcast; Made by Cleo cat collar shop; Grim & Grave true crime sticker shop...

**We apologize for the feedback during this episode. We tried really hard to edit it out but I’m not an expert at editing so please forgive me.** The final installment of our series on the Jodi Arias case with Jessi and Amanda from the Cee U Next Tuesday podcast. Part 3 wraps up the trial coverage with jury instructions, sentencing, and the post-trial/sentencing aftermath. Promo: Curly Conspiracies -- Sources: “Conviction” by Juan Martinez “Picture Perfect: The Jodi Arias Story” by Shanna H...

**We apologize for the feedback during this episode. We tried really hard to edit it out but I’m not an expert at editing so please forgive me.** Our coverage of the Jodi Arias case continues. Part 2 covers the trial: the prosecutor's case-in-chief, highlighting pertinent witness testimony; Jodi's record-breaking 18 days on the witness stand; and the defense's expert witness testimony. Promo: Three's a Crime -- Sources: “Conviction” by Juan Martinez “Picture Perfect: The Jodi Arias Story” b...

**We apologize for the feedback during this episode. We tried really hard to edit it out but I’m not an expert at editing so please forgive me.** We partnered with Jessi and Amanda from the Cee U Next Tuesday podcast to bring you the case of Jodi Arias. Although not *technically* from the PNW (Jodi does have ties to Medford, Oregon), we couldn't pass up the opportunity to cover this case! Part 1 covers the background of Travis Alexander (victim) and Jodi Arias (accused murderer) - huge shoutout...

For this episode we head to Mineral, Washington to discuss a series of unsolved murders in 1985. The location of these murders is in the region of Lewis, Pierce, and Grant counties. Crime in the area is low likely because the region is isolated - primarily filled with campsites and other forested areas. But that doesn’t mean crime never happens there… **If you have any information regarding the Tube Sock murders, please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. -- SOURCES: https://en.wikiped...

**TW: RAPE/SEXUAL ASSAULT & CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN** This episode takes us back to Canada to cover notorious serial killer Clifford Olson - better known as the "Beast of British Columbia." -- SOURCES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clifford_Olson https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/the-life-and-death-of-clifford-olson/article4197011/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/serial-killer-clifford-olson-dies-1.1110039 https://globalnews.ca/news/157594/timeline-the-life-and-crimes-of-clifford...

For this episode, we collaborated with Caitlyn and Cassie from PNW Haunts & Homicides. We cover the case of Tim Moreau. We hope you enjoy this bonus content! -- Sources: https://www.nrtoday.com/opinion/columnists/reporters-notebook-killer-lets-me-have-the-last-word/article_41566728-001c-5549-93fe-e4db9389479b.html https://pamplinmedia.com/pt/9-news/434009-343476-the-starry-night-murder-rock-and-roll-dreams-lead-to-death-pwoff?wallit_nosession=1 https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2019/09/larry-...

We're back from our hiatus! Join Winston and I as we head to Nanaimo, British Columbia to tell you about one of BC’s most infamous missing persons cases: this is the disappearance of Lisa Marie Young. For tips related to this case, please contact: Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345. **Huge shoutout to the Island Crime Podcast and Christine at The True Crime Files Podcast for her synopsis and resource information.** -- Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Lisa_Marie_Young https:...

Kamloops has become known as British Columbia’s version of the Bermuda Triangle. It has become known for the unusually high number of missing persons cases within the area and surrounding vicinities. In this episode, we cover the disappearances of Shannon White, Luke Neville, Ryan Shtuka, and Ben Tyner. -- If you have any information of the disappearances discussed in this episode, please contact the following agencies: 1. Shannon White: Kamloops RCMP (250) 828-3000 2. Luke Neville: SE Dist...

A young girl goes missing from her small town in June 2000. A few months later, her body is discovered. After the case goes cold for several years, a new chief of police reopens the case and sets his sights on Leah Freeman's boyfriend at the time - Nick McGuffin. Listen now to hear about this unsolved murder and wrongful conviction case out of Coquille, Oregon. -- Sources: https://abcnews.go.com/US/man-convicted-high-school-girlfriends-killing-freed-decades/story?id=69053797 https://katu.com/...

TW: Today's case discusses crimes against children and is relatively graphic in nature. If you're sensitive to this content, you may want to skip this episode. On November 14, 1997, a Russian satellite exploded and was seen falling back to Earth. This would dominate the news coverage in the coming days, but another more catastrophic event was still to come. This is the story of Reena Virk. -- SOURCES: https://www.vice.com/en/article/qvpqa7/the-unforgettable-story-of-a-teen-murdered-by-her-pe...

A little boy goes camping with his parents and great grandfather at Timber Creek Campground in the Salmon-Challis National Forest and never comes home. Six years later, police and the public are still left wondering, where is baby Deorr? If you or someone you know has any information on the disappearance of Deorr Kunz, Jr., please contact the Lemhi County Sheriff's Office at 208-756-8980. -- SOURCES: https://www.eastidahonews.com/news/deorr/ https://www.eastidahonews.com/2021/07/on-sixth-ann...

Susan Cox Powell was a devout Mormon mother who worked incredibly hard to support herself, her husband, and her sons. When she disappeared on December 7, 2009, all eyes were on her husband: Josh Powell. Unfortunately, whatever answers Josh held died with him when he murdered his sons and committed suicide on February 5, 2012. Susan has never been found. **If you have any information on the disappearance of Susan Cox Powell or person of interest Josh Powell, please contact the West Valley Poli...

Cheryl Keeton was a brilliant attorney whose life was cut short by her abusive estranged husband. Cheryl should’ve gone on to live a happy life with her three sons but sadly she would never get to see them grow up. This episode to dedicated to Cheryl Keeton and her family. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance in leaving an abusive relationship, please contact The National DV Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or text “START” to 88788. Additional resources can be found at https://ncadv.or...

This episode is the last in our series on Missing Persons. This episode covers missing persons in Oregon and Washington. Cases covered: Sharon Anderson, Tom McAdams, Graciela Garcia, Courtney Holden, Teresa Davidson-Murphy, and Alyssa McLemore. Please note: Alyssa’s last name is mispronounced in this episode. It should be “MACK-lemore” (like the rapper). We apologize for the error/mispronunciation and any resulting confusion. *TIP INFORMATION* 1. Teresa Davidson-Murphy: Oregon State Police 50...

This is the second episode in our September series on Missing Persons of the Pacific Northwest. Please see below for information on how you can provide information/tips to law enforcement on these cases. And please share these stories with your friends and family. The families of the missing individuals deserve to have answers regarding the whereabouts of their loved ones. -- **TIP/LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTACTS** 1. Tina Finley: FBI (Salt Lake City) 801-579-1400 2. Zackery Brewer: Nampa Police De...