309. [VIRGINIA] The Red Sleeping Bag || The Murder of Emma Compton

When a wannabe TikToker starts asking for suspicious favors and making terrifying admissions, friends wonder if she’s telling the truth. [Some names have been changed to protect those not accused of a crime.] + updates from previous cases. Contributing writing and research: The Queen of All Things, Haley Gray. For photos pertaining to this case, check out Katelynn's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Maalis 202338min

When a father/step-father of 5 goes missing on what was supposed to be a 24 hour business trip in Baton Rouge, his family is left to wonder what happened to him. As details of his night trickle in, and an abandoned funeral home comes into play, the questions start to multiply. For photos pertaining to this case, check out Nathan's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: Download Smartnews today in the App Store to get news that matters. A news app made smarter. Discover the all-in-one platform that delivers all the information you need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Maalis 202317min

The owners of a popular Richmond toy store, host a New Year’s Day celebration every year - but when guests begin to arrive, they notice black smoke billowing from the basement. As fire fighters get emotional at what they find, police quickly realize this was just the beginning. For photos pertaining to this case, check out The Harvey Family highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Join me live on TikTok at TheHeatherAshley, Monday night at 830PM EST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Maalis 202336min

Lisa’s dad came home from a long night of work, to find everyone sound asleep…except for his baby girl, Lisa. With only an unlocked door and an open window to go on, the investigation took turns no one could’ve expected.  Contributing writing and research: The Queen of All Things, Haley Gray.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 Maalis 202343min

When 5 year old HaLeigh Cummings went to bed, there was no indication that that the night would be anything but normal - that is, until her father’s girlfriend woke up to find her gone. At least, that was the first story. Contributing writing and research: The Queen of All Things, Haley Gray. For photos pertaining to this case, check out the HaLeigh's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Join me live on TikTok at TheHeatherAshley, Monday night at 830PM EST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27 Helmi 202345min

Lindsay Clancy’s husband’s came home expecting to hear his wife and 3 kids running around the house - but instead it was silent. When he found his wife on the ground beneath their bedroom window, the nightmare had only just begun to unfold. For photos pertaining to this case, check out the Lindsay's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Join me live on TikTok at TheHeatherAshley, Monday night at 830PM EST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Helmi 202335min

A conference call, a dog harness, and a 10 minute window. For photos pertaining to this case, check out Nicola's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Helmi 202323min

Missing anatomy, a spotless house, and a boat. Contributing writing and research: The Queen of All Things, Haley Gray. For photos pertaining to this case, check out the Dermonds' highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Join me live on TikTok at TheHeatherAshley, Monday night at 830PM EST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Helmi 202332min