The Politics of Murder: Panic at the Ballpark - The Congressional Baseball Game Shooting

On June 10th, 2021, an elderly woman vanished without a trace from her own home in Wembley, London. 16 agonizing days later, and a staggering 200 miles away, visitors exploring the seaside town of Salcombe stumbled across a horrific scene. There amidst the beauty of the coastal landscape, lay a headless body. Join us to unravel the mysteries surrounding this gruesome case.  We're pleased to offer you this special episode in collaboration with the amazing and very popular true crime podcast Minds of Madness!  Esther and Tyler co-host this episode to unravel the mysteries surrounding this gruesome case from the U.K. Research&Writing: Nicole Colin & Katherine Thomas - Epigram Literary Group Editing: Aiden Wolf Sources: en.wikipedia.org 1 en.wikipedia.org 2 en.wikipedia.org 3 en.wikipedia.org 4 theguardian.com theguardian.com 2 cbsnews.com bbc.com 1 bbc.com 2 abc.net.au dailytelegraph.com.au 1 dailytelegraph.com.au 2 dailytelegraph.com.au 3 lbc.co.uk metro.co.uk devonlive.com vice.com birminghammail.co.uk aol.com thechronicle.com.au dailymail.co.uk kilburntimes.co.uk standard.co.uk news.sky.com judiciary.uk youtube.com 1 youtube.com 2 youtube.com 3 youtube.com 4 Links: Patreon - www.patreon.com/onceuponacrime Minds of Madness - https://mindsofmadnesspodcast.com/listen/ CrimeConversations - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/crimeconversation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

11 Kesä 202344min

We’re celebrating our 7th anniversary of the podcast by bringing you 7 case updates of crimes we’ve covered since 2016. Thank you all so much for making this crazy true crime ride possible! Episodes referenced: Episode 1: Lost and Found: Jaycee Dugard Date released: June 9, 2016 Link to episode:  https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-072-the-12-crimes-of-christmas-laci-peterson-part-2/   Episode 71 & 72: The 12 Crimes of Christmas: Laci Peterson Date released: December 18, 2017 Links to episodes:  https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-071-the-12-crimes-of-christmas-laci-peterson-part-1/ https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-072-the-12-crimes-of-christmas-laci-peterson-part-2/ Episode 83: Unusual Criminal Defenses: The Affluenza Defense Date released: March 26, 2018 Link to episode:  https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-083-unusual-criminal-defenses-the-affluenza-defense/ Episode 126: Bad Sports: Sally “Killer” McNeil Date released: April 8, 2019 Link to episode:  https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-126-bad-sports-sally-killer-mcneil/ Episode 158: Bad Seeds: Leslie Arnold Date released: February 24, 2020 Link to episode: https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-159-bad-seeds-leslie-arnold/ Episode 168 & 169: Last Dance: The Pelley Murders Date released: May 11, 2020 Links to episodes: https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-168-last-dance-the-pelley-murders-part-1/ https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-169-last-dance-the-pelley-murders-part-2/ Episode 238 & 239: The Ties That Bind: The Crimes of Shelly Knotek Date released: April 12, 2022 Links to episodes: https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-238-the-ties-that-bind-the-crimes-of-shelly-knotek-part-1/ https://www.truecrimepodcast.com/episode-239-the-ties-that-bind-the-crimes-of-shelly-knotek-part-2/ Other links:  CrimeCon UK - www. Crimecon.co.uk - use my discount code ONCEUPON for 10% off your tickets!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Kesä 202328min

In this series, I share true crime cases that resulted in women being sentenced to Death Row.  In 2009, a woman victimized by a childhood of abuse and violence becomes immersed in anti-immigrant vigilante groups.  Her zeal and dedication to this cause result in a home-invasion plot that results in the murders of a Hispanic man and his young daughter.    Resources: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/shwna-forde-kid-killing-minutewoman-sentenced-to-65-years-in-prison-in-addition-to-death-sentence-6637423 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murders_of_Raul_d_Brisenia_Flores https://murderpedia.org/female.F/f/forde-shawna.htm https://caselaw.findlaw.com/az-supreme-court/1655105.html Links:  CrimeCon UK - www.crimecon.co.uk - The ultimate true crime weekend will take place on June  9th and 10th in London.  Come out and meet me and all your favorite true crime podcasters, documentary filmmakers, authors, investigators, and more.  Use my offer code ONCEUPON to claim your discount at registration. You can meet me on Podcast Row and attend my live show with Tyler from Minds of Madness Podcast!  Subscribe to Once Upon a Crime’s YouTube Channel!  - https://www.youtube.com/onceuponacrimepodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

29 Touko 202337min

This Mother’s Day, join Shane Waters on a chilling adventure featuring 14 podcasters (including Once Upon A Crime)  as they share sinister stories of motherhood. Mother’s Day is typically a time to honor the love and sacrifices of mothers, but today we’ll be exploring the twisted tales that lurk behind the shadows.  Part 2: Once Upon A Crime [https://www.truecrimepodcast.com] PNW Haunts & Homicides [https://www.pnwhauntsandhomicides.com] The Trail Went Cold [https://www.trailwentcold.com] Coffee & Cases [https://tinyurl.com/pc25pzzs] Already Gone [https://www.alreadygonepodcast.com] Twisted and Uncorked [https://www.twistedanduncorked.com] Mystery Inc [https://www.itsmysteryinc.com] If you enjoyed this holiday collaboration special, check out the other collaboration specials: Deceptions & Resurrections [https://tinyurl.com/3a9d7yrf], Bloody Valentine [https://tinyurl.com/e6ynmzpr], and A Nightmare before Halloween [https://tinyurl.com/52jeh66d]. Until our next adventure, stay safe and stay vigilant.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22 Touko 20231h 13min

This Mother’s Day, join Shane Waters on a chilling adventure featuring 14 podcasters (including Once Upon A Crime)  as they share sinister stories of motherhood. Mother’s Day is typically a time to honor the love and sacrifices of mothers, but today we’ll be exploring the twisted tales that lurk behind the shadows.  Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 1: Foul Play: Crime Series [www.itsfoulplay.com] Music City 911[https://musiccity911.com] Crimes from the East [https://tinyurl.com/37sx22bt] Cults, Crimes, Cabernet [https://www.cultscrimescabernet.com] A Nefarious Nightmare [https://tinyurl.com/y5nuezs5] Crimelines [https://linktr.ee/Crimelines] The Asian Madness Podcast [ https://tinyurl.com/5n8nv6aySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22 Touko 20231h 7min

Who Killed Robert Wone? Streaming on Peacock: https://pck.tv/3XzPVui On the night of August 2, 2006, a call comes in to 911 to report a man has been stabbed by an intruder at a Washington D.C. home. First responders arrive to find attorney Robert Wone already dead in the guest room. With little blood at the scene and no signs of struggle or robbery, suspicions heighten after police interview the three housemates. Believing the men know more than they are revealing, the investigation soon uncovers more questions than answers. In this episode, Esther gets the inside story on this fascinating and baffling case from producer and documentary filmmaker, Paul Epstein.  Links:  Who Killed Robert Wone? Now streaming on Peacock TV.  Watch a trailer for the show here: https://youtu.be/cR6yXsqBzsM Stream on Peacock TV here: https://pck.tv/3XzPVui Patreon - www.patreon.com/onceuponacrime CrimeCon UK - CrimeCon in London is back! June 10th and 11th, 2023, Tower Bridge Leonardo Royal Hotel.  Get tickets here: https://crimeconuk.seetickets.com/tour/crimecon-uk  - Use my offer code ONCEUPON to claim your discount. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

8 Touko 202332min

In 1995, a troubled young woman, jealous of one of her peers, enlists the help of two others to eliminate her enemy. But when the full and horrifying details of the plan emerge, the public is aghast at how a young woman could be capable of such depravity. Resources: Christa Pike | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers Christa Gail Pike v. State of Tennessee :: 2011 :: Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals Decisions :: Tennessee Case Law :: Tennessee Law :: US Law :: Justia STATE v. PIKE (1998) | FindLaw Christa's Story | My Site 1 (mercyforchrista.org) The Sacrifice and Mutilation of Colleen Slemmer | by Rivy Lyon | Medium Motorcyclist dies after hit-and-run on Western Avenue | wbir.com A Case Almost Too Gruesome To Mention: Christa Pike - YouTube A love to die for : Patricia Springer : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive Interview with Tennessee murderer Christa Pike Part I - YouTube Interview with Tennessee murderer Christa Pike Part II - YouTube Interview with convicted Tennessee murderer Tadaryl Shipp Pt I - YouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 Touko 202344min

On our final collaborative episode for the series “Fool Me Once,” Leroy and I share true stories about criminals who were very bad at their jobs.  Resources: Taco Shop Turns Burglary Footage Into Awesome Ad (newser.com)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzdv4FUHqP8 Suspect Busted by Police Near Liberty, Missouri, After Farting (newser.com) Million Dollar Moron  Walmart clerk rejects $1 million bill - UPI.com Vain Vandalizer Sends Selfie  https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-35284225 The Terrorist Who Claimed His Own Reward https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-17755072 Links:  Listen to Excuse Me, That’s Illegal - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/excuse-me-thats-illegal/id1526994548 https://open.spotify.com/show/0Wgi2jEXEyE4RWqPCIfe3m?si=e8cf0a479e264609 Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@excusemethatsillegal.pod CrimeCon UK - CrimeCon, the ultimate true crime event,  is coming to London, June 10 and 11th, 2023!  Get your tickets at www.crimecon.co.uk and use our offer code ONCEUPON to score your discount.  Watch Once Upon a Crime on YouTube! - https://www.youtube.com/onceuponacrimepodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

24 Huhti 202346min