169: A Hippie Turned Killer - October 19 2019

August 3rd: Kenneth L. Curtis Born (1965) There’s a first time for everything. On August 3rd 1965 a man was born who would commit a crime that landed him, not only in a courtroom, but in a hospital for an extended period of time. A man who everyone thought couldn’t stand trial but, much later, proved that decision may have been a little too hasty.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_L._Curtis, https://www.nytimes.com/1997/12/07/nyregion/shot-in-the-head-a-murder-suspect-goes-free-then-to-college.html, https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-killer-released-on-parole-2200445.php, https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1999-dec-04-mn-40924-story.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MERCH: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ August 2nd: Bernie Tiede Born (1958) True crime has been getting the Hollywood treatment for decades. This story is no exception. On August 2nd 1958 a man was born whose story would capture the attention of a director. The movie about his crime then influenced others to fight for a fair trial.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernie_Tiede, https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/what-to-make-of-bernie-tiede-now/, https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/midnight-in-the-garden-of-east-texas/, https://www.grunge.com/357384/bernie-the-truth-about-bernie-tiede-and-marjorie-nugents-relationship/, https://www.grunge.com/355180/what-you-didnt-know-about-murderer-bernie-tiede/, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/murder/bernie-marge-the-mysterious-case-of-the-murderous-mortician-the-wealthy-widow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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August 1st: Arrest Made in the Charlene Downes Case (2017) Sometimes an investigation can unlock so much more than just who the killer is. On August 1st 2017 a man was arrested in a case that, though it remains unsolved, saw the uncovering of a darkness within the town that many had no clue was happening right under their noses.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Charlene_Downes#Murder_trial, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10333501/Charlene-Downes-brother-Robert-collapses-dies-aged-just-30.html, https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/2094255/charlene-downes-missing-teen-murder/, https://www.lancashire.police.uk/campaigns/charlene-downes/, https://jenbaldwin77.medium.com/the-unsolved-murder-of-charlene-downes-89d9fcb9954b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This Episode is sponsored by Better Help Get 10% off your first month with betterhelp.com/morningcup   July 31st: Yukio Yamaji Arrested for the First Time (2000) When a dangerous person is released it’s always a gamble. On one hand, there is a chance for reform. On the other, there is a chance for escalation. On July 31st 2000 a young offender was arrested for a brutal crime. One that, when released a few years later, seemed to be just the start of what he was truly capable of.   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yukio_Yamaji, https://morbidology.com/the-osaka-sister-killer-yukio-yamaji/, https://s-a-ozbourne.medium.com/the-story-of-one-of-japans-youngest-serial-killers-d5220db20cb8, https://murderpedia.org/male.Y/y/yamaji-yukio.htm, https://japantoday.com/category/features/kuchikomi/silent-execution-of-osaka-sisters-killer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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July 30th: William Andrews executed (Hi Fi Murders)(1992) When a plan is made amongst dangerous men there is a chance they will leave behind a trail of bodies. On July 30th 1992 one man in a group of assailants was executed for the crime that cost 3 individuals their lives and irrevocably changed 2 more.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hi-Fi_murders, https://www.ranker.com/list/ogden-hi-fi-facts/jessika-gilbert, https://murderpedia.org/male.A/a1/andrews-william.htm, https://www.grunge.com/331106/the-messed-up-truth-about-the-hi-fi-murders/, http://www.morbidtourism.com/locations/id/6089e65e55fc2e6540fd634a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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NEW MERCH: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/ July 29th: Hazel Frome Born (1888) When some cases grow cold we get theory upon theory from people trying to connect all the loose ends. On July 29th 1888 the matriarch, and one key aspect of today’s story, was born. Her death, along with that of her daughter, would launch one of the largest investigations in Texas and see theories that, though incredibly interesting, have yet to solve their cold case.  https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/unsolved-crimes/, https://www.nydailynews.com/true-crime-justice-story/ny-sierra-diablo-murders-mother-daughter-20220507-c7mzwg3klneh5bhzsta3lfvkve-story.html, http://strangeco.blogspot.com/2021/05/horror-in-west-texas-frome-murders.html, ,https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=MT19380406.2.23&e=-------en--20--1--txt-txIN--------1, https://www.mercurynews.com/2013/04/04/berkeley-a-look-back-city-shocked-by-sensational-double-murder/, http://malefactorsregister.com/wp/dumb-luck/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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July 28th: Sophie Du Plantier Born (1957) What happens when your safe retreat becomes a nightmare? On July 28th 1957 a woman was born who would travel to her holiday home for some rest and relaxation. A trip that would end up being her very last.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Sophie_Toscan_du_Plantier, https://www.biography.com/news/sophie-toscan-du-plantier-murder, https://www.moviemaker.com/10-haunting-details-sophie-toscan-du-plantier-murder-case-ian-bailey/, https://www.irishpost.com/news/sophie-toscan-du-plantiers-murder-was-sparked-by-argument-over-bottle-of-wine-insider-claims-222743, https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/news/sophie-toscan-du-plantier-death-probe-moves-to-fresh-witness-interviews-amid-suggestions-gardai-may-revive-immunity-provisions-in-the-case-41560292.html, https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/sophie-toscan-du-plantiers-killer-25736017 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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If you want to try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder, get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/MCOM and use code MCOM at checkout. July 27th: Sammy Yatim Killed (2013) Understanding someone’s actions isn't’ always a simple task. On July 27th 2013 a young man acting completely out of character placed himself and others in danger. The attempt to understand the actions of a man sent to diffuse the situation would end up causing protests, many court dates, and international outrage.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Sammy_Yatim, https://localwiki.org/toronto/Sammy_Yatim, https://globalnews.ca/news/5775283/sammy-yatim-family-angry-day-parole-granted-james-forcillo/, https://globalnews.ca/news/5708077/inquest-sammy-yatim-toronto-police/, https://nationalpost.com/news/toronto/toronto-cop-sentenced-to-six-years-in-sammy-yatims-shooting-death-released-on-bail-while-he-appeals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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