Melodee Buzzard Is Missing. Her Mom Made Her Disappear — And the System Lets Her Walk Free

Melodee Buzzard Is Missing. Her Mom Made Her Disappear — And the System Lets Her Walk Free

In one of the most disturbing developments we’ve covered on Hidden Killers, the mother at the center of a missing-child case — Ashlee Buzzard — is now a free woman. No charges keeping her inside a jail cell, no requirement to cooperate, no legal mandate to reveal where her daughter is or whether the child is even safe. She walked out the door while the public stood there begging for answers. And she gave them none.

This episode digs deep into the legal reality nobody wants to admit: the system isn’t failing. It’s working exactly as designed — and that’s the problem. In the United States, parental rights sit at the top of the legal pyramid. A parent can refuse to answer questions. A parent can withhold a child’s location. A parent can avoid welfare checks, shut out investigators, and vanish behind phrases like “I don’t have to tell you anything.” Silence isn’t a crime. Evasion isn’t a crime. Even being the last person to see a missing child isn’t automatically a crime.

Meanwhile, the child at the center of all of this remains missing. No confirmed sightings. No independent verification of safety. No evidence that she is alive — or that she isn’t. And the very structure of the system forces investigators to wait for proof they cannot legally obtain without the cooperation of the one person who refuses to give it.

This episode breaks down how this twisted framework came to be, why law enforcement’s hands are tied, how mental-health crises go unaddressed until they become catastrophes, and why American child-protection laws continue to overlook the exact situations that need decisive intervention.

Because a system that allows a missing child to slip into a legal gray zone — while the parent walks away untouched — isn’t just flawed. It’s dangerous. It’s outdated. And it’s time the public understands just how easy it is for a parent to disappear their own child without immediate accountability.

If you care about child safety, accountability, and closing the gaps that let tragedies unfold in silence, this is a conversation you cannot miss.

#HiddenKillers #TonyBrueski #MissingChildCase #AshleeBuzzard #ChildSafety #LawEnforcement #TrueCrimeNews #ChildProtection #JusticeSystem #TrueCrimeCommunity


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Wendi Adelson’s Ex-Boyfriends Words Come Back To Haunt Her

Wendi Adelson’s Ex-Boyfriends Words Come Back To Haunt Her

Wendi Adelson’s Ex-Boyfriends Words Come Back To Haunt Her For those who want the uncut experience, this full-length episode brings the entire arc of Jeff Lacasse’s testimony and the hosts’ analysis into one continuous package. From the opening speculation about Wendy’s future after Donna’s conviction, through the explosive details of relocation battles, murder-for-hire discussions, celebration dinners, and bizarre cross-examinations, every detail is here. The hosts break down the psychology of narcissistic families, the manipulation Jeff endured in his relationship with Wendy, and the chilling casualness with which the Adelsons discussed murder. There are lighter moments of banter—strange sleep routines, reversed Golden Girls episodes, dog cameos—but they serve as a stark contrast to the darkness of the testimony. This full cut showcases why Jeff Lacasse remains one of the prosecution’s strongest witnesses and why Wendy Adelson remains one of the most controversial figures in the Dan Markel murder case. Was she a pawn trapped in her mother’s control, or a participant who chose silence when she should have acted? That’s the question that lingers long after the testimony ends. Hashtags:  #JeffLacasse #WendyAdelson #DonnaAdelson #CharlieAdelson #DanMarkel #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #CourtroomTestimony #MurderForHire #AdelsonTrial Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

23 Syys 1h 43min

Big Breakdown - How Many People Was Bryan Kohberger Stalking?

Big Breakdown - How Many People Was Bryan Kohberger Stalking?

Big Breakdown - How Many People Was Bryan Kohberger Stalking? This episode of Hidden Killers Live with Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, and Todd Michaels dives deep into one of the most unsettling new drops in the Brian Kohberger case — hundreds of images pulled from his phone, including bizarre selfies that paint a disturbing picture of the accused Idaho student killer’s state of mind. From mirror shots in his bathroom to unsettling poses with strange “codes” written on scraps of paper, the photos raise serious questions. Was Kohberger documenting himself for vanity, or leaving cryptic clues tied to the murders of four University of Idaho students? Viewers will see images that range from awkward, almost staged modeling attempts to chillingly deliberate shots that seem to hint at hidden meaning. But it doesn’t stop there. Newly obtained reports detail how Kohberger allegedly stalked women at Washington State University long before the murders — knocking on windows, watching them through doors, even following them to their homes. His behavior pushed boundaries of fear and control, blurring the line between creepy intrusions and escalating predatory patterns. Tony, Stacy, and Todd dissect the evidence in real time: Was this narcissism? A ritual? Or another way Kohberger fed his obsession with power and control? The team also asks the bigger question — why do red flags like this so often get ignored? From the lack of follow-up on stalking reports to the way predators slip through cracks in schools and workplaces, the conversation turns toward the systemic failures that allow these warning signs to fester until it’s too late. This is not just about photos. It’s about the psychology behind them, the danger of dismissing “creepy” behavior, and what society can do when the next Brian Kohberger starts showing the signs. Want more unfiltered analysis and raw breakdowns of today’s most disturbing true crime cases? Subscribe now and join the discussion in the comments. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

23 Syys 1h 2min

Judge’s Failure Exposed: Could Travis Decker’s Girls Have Been Saved?

Judge’s Failure Exposed: Could Travis Decker’s Girls Have Been Saved?

Judge’s Failure Exposed: Could Travis Decker’s Girls Have Been Saved?  In a devastating true crime story that has shaken the nation, the case of Travis Decker has reached a grim conclusion. Decker, a father accused of murdering his three young daughters—Evelyn, Olivia, and Payton—was found dead just one mile from where the children’s bodies were discovered. The girls, ages nine, eight, and five, were suffocated with plastic bags and zip ties in a crime that has horrified even seasoned investigators. Their mother had fought tirelessly in court to prevent Decker from gaining visitation rights, warning judges about his volatility and violent tendencies. Despite her pleas, the system failed, and the result was one of the most heartbreaking family annihilation cases in recent memory. Authorities now believe Decker took his own life shortly after killing his daughters, avoiding accountability in court and leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Many are asking how law enforcement and hundreds of searchers, including the National Guard, missed him for over three months when his remains were so close to the crime scene. His death underscores the cowardice often seen in such crimes, where perpetrators inflict unimaginable suffering on others before escaping justice through suicide. This case highlights broader issues within the judicial system, particularly when it comes to domestic violence and child safety. Judges too often dismiss warnings from protective parents as “vindictive,” overlooking clear evidence of danger. In Decker’s case, supervised visitation could have saved three innocent lives. Instead, the system’s failures cost a mother her daughters and left a community grieving. As the true crime community examines the details, this tragedy serves as a painful reminder of why vigilance, awareness, and reform in family courts are essential. Evelyn, Olivia, and Payton deserved protection. Instead, their lives were stolen in an act of cruelty designed to cause lifelong torment to their mother. #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #TravisDecker #JusticeForEvelynOliviaPayton #DomesticViolenceAwareness #FamilyAnnihilation #CrimeNews #MurderCase #MissingPerson #CourtFailure Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

22 Syys 29min

Brian Walshe's CHILLING Google Search History Revealed (Full List)

Brian Walshe's CHILLING Google Search History Revealed (Full List)

Brian Walshe's CHILLING Google Search History Revealed (Full List) A killer’s smartest tool is also his biggest liability: the internet. In this stunning final segment, the Hidden Killers team reveals the most damning evidence against Brian Walshe—his own Google search history. In the hours and days after murdering his wife Ana, Brian used their son's iPad to meticulously research how to cover his tracks. The hosts read the horrifying, timeline-stamped list of his queries, including: "how long before a body starts to smell," "hacksaw best tool to dismember," and the bizarrely chilling, "can baking soda make a body smell good?" This digital footprint created an undeniable roadmap of his actions, leading directly to his shopping trip at Home Depot for tarps, a saw, and cleaning supplies. The discussion also uncovers a shocking crossover with another high-profile Massachusetts case: the lead detective initially assigned to the Walshe murder was none other than Michael Proctor, the controversial investigator from the Karen Read trial. We explain how Walshe’s defense team tried to leverage the Proctor scandal to get crucial evidence dismissed, a move that could have jeopardized the entire case. This is a fascinating look at how modern technology can both build an airtight case and how legal gymnastics can threaten to tear it all down. Hashtags: #BrianWalshe #GoogleHistory #DigitalFootprint #Evidence #MurderInvestigation #TrueCrimePodcast #AnaWalshe #HiddenKillers #MichaelProctor #KarenRead Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

22 Syys 15min

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