Bianca Rudolph: Murder While on Safari

Bianca Rudolph: Murder While on Safari

Avid big game hunter, Bianca Rudolph, is found unresponsive in a cabin in Zambia with a gunshot wound to her chest. Her husband of 34 years, Dr. Larry Rudolph, the only other person in the cabin at the time, claims to have been showering when he heard the gunshot. He claims accidental discharge, but investigators disagree.

In this episode of Body Bags, forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan and Jackie Howard discuss the likelihood of Bianca Rudolph accidentally shooting herself, the complications of working a crime scene in the wilderness of Africa, the odd behaviors displayed by her husband at the time of her death, and the tip that lead authorities to an in-depth investigation, and eventual guilty verdict of her husband, Dr. Larry Rudolph.

Show Notes:

0:15 - Introducing the death of Dr. Larry Rudolph’s wife of 34 years, Bianca Rudolph

2:14 - While packing up following a two-week hunting trip in Zambia, Dr. Rudolph claims his wife accidentally shot herself

6:56 - Is it physically possible to shoot yourself while packing away a shotgun?

8:48 - Explanation of the type of gun that killed Bianca, and ruling out possible suicide

12:05 - Joe explains the injury sustained to Bianca’s body from multiple 30-caliber-sized projectiles

16:29 - Looking for evidence of powder distribution on Bianca’s body and clothing

19:32 - Smooth bore weapons vs rifled weapons

21:37 - Working a crime scene in the wilderness of one of the world’s largest game preserves and how bodies are back to the US from Africa

25:24 - Dr. Rudolph’s push to have Bianca’s body cremated within three days of her death and the steps taken by the consular chief in Zambia to document her injuries

27:49 - The tip that leads to an in-depth FBI investigation

29:57 - Events that lead authorities to conclude Bianca’s death was no accident

34:09 - Odd behavior displayed by Dr. Larry Rudolph in the moments after he heard the gunshot

38:21 - Joseph Scott describes what happens when a round passes through an intermediate target and the amount of blood that he would be expected to be present in that situation.

40:39 - When the body is assaulted by such an event, does it fall in a specific manner?

42:47 - Resolution in the case against Dr. Larry Rudolph

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TRAVIS DECKER FOUND? BONES RECOVERED IN 100 DAY SEARCH!

TRAVIS DECKER FOUND? BONES RECOVERED IN 100 DAY SEARCH!

The search for Travis Decker began when he failed to return his three daughters to their mother after court ordered visitation. It took less than 72 hours to find the girls bodies, suffocated with bags over their heads in the campground area their homeless father called 'home'. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack update the story as bones have been discovered "in the area" where Decker allegedly killed his daughters. Transcribe Highlights 00:01.57 Introduction 05:05.93 Travis Decker is homeless living in a camp he made in the woods 09:30.35 The Decker girls bodies are found where there father was living 15:03.03 Bones found near Decker campsite 20:20.68 Why were bones found after three months of searching? 25:32.15 Suzanne Morphew bones were bleached white when found 30:42.68 Fractured, small parts of bone can be carried off my animals 35:22.50 Animal bones will be more robust than human bones 40:19.62 Decker used grocery bags around campsite, used to suffocate girls 45:21.88 Bones from big animals possible 49:12.12 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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SHOCKER! Noah Presgrove Update! Attorney Blames Noah!

SHOCKER! Noah Presgrove Update! Attorney Blames Noah!

Noah Presgrove's estate filed a wrongful death lawsuit in June naming Jack Newton, his father, Caleb Newton, and five others. So far, the only response came from Jack Newton and Caleb Newton. The other defendants in the wrongful death suit include Avery Jo Howard, Carter Combs, Johnnie Trout Wilcoxson Jr., Stevie Howard, and Logan Jernigan. Avery, Carter, and Logan allegedly threw the party Noah attended on Johnnie's property, in a home owned by Stevie, according to the suit. In the wrongful death suit, Jack Newton is alleged to have gotten alcohol for the party, and his father, Caleb Newton, allowed them to use the vehicle that Noah rolled over. The UPDATE is the response filed by the attorney for Jack Newton (supposed to be Noah's best friend) and his father, who claim Noah's death two years ago was "an unavoidable accident, casualty, and misfortune," AND they blame Noah!!!!!! Transcribe Highlights 00:00.42 Introduction 02:35.80 Noah Presgrove Horror Movie 08:12:51 Pedestrian vs Vehicle 10:20.99 Story of decapitation in car wreck 15:42.11 Injuries suffered by Noah 19:57.61 10 Broken ribs and more 25:16.27 Description of road rash 30:08.08 Skin torn to the bone 35:15.49 Were teeth knocked out or fractured 39:15.13 Was intoxicated 46:42.97 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Sep 46min

NOT GUILTY! 100 Years Before OJ: Did Lizzie Borden Get Away With MURDER?

NOT GUILTY! 100 Years Before OJ: Did Lizzie Borden Get Away With MURDER?

Lizzie Borden was arrested days after the murders of Andrew and Abby Borden. Her trial was held the following June. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack finish telling the story of what happened in the Borden home that fateful August morning and the investigation that followed. Professor Morgan explains how the heads of both victims were removed and what it took to prepare the skulls to appear in court for the trial of Lizzie Borden. It is no secret that Lizzie Borden was acquitted of the murders of her father and stepmother. The case remains an unsolved homicide. Transcribe Highlights00:00.00 Introduction 01:10.88 Timeline of Borden murders 03:25.18 Bodies in state of decay 07:09.39 What happens to injuries one week later 12:30.25 Mr and Mrs Borden both wore dentures 17:25.23 Borden ladies familiar with hatchet 22:55.84 Who was the target? 28:36.97 Mr Borden was large man 33:52.18 Injuries were vicious 39:21.22 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Sep 39min

Lizzie Borden Took An Axe: The UNSOLVED Homicides of Andrew and Abby Borden

Lizzie Borden Took An Axe: The UNSOLVED Homicides of Andrew and Abby Borden

Lizzie Borden took an axe, She gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done,She gave her father forty-one. It is a gruesome school yard rhyme known by millions of people, but it is factually inaccurate. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the UNSOLVED Murder of Andrew and Abby Borden in August 1892. Lizzie Borden was arrested and charged in the double homicide and went on trial in June 1893. Many people have heard of the crime but very few know what really happened, including how the schoolyard rhyme is incorrect and how the prosecutor brought the skulls of Andrew and Abby Borden into court! Transcribe Highlights00:00.88 Introduction 03:06.17 Fall River, Mass 05:11.48 Skulls in court 11:08.63 Faces Lab at LSU 16:08.46 Andrew Borden, tightwad 20:04.96 Andrew killed Lizzie's pigeons 24:56.48 Head injuries were bad on both 30:55.64 Jury sees the skulls 34:47.96 Conclusion part 1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Sep 35min

SHOCKER! Tara Baker Murder, 20-Years earlier, 5-Miles From Laken Riley Murder Scene; TRIAL UPDATE

SHOCKER! Tara Baker Murder, 20-Years earlier, 5-Miles From Laken Riley Murder Scene; TRIAL UPDATE

Update on Tara Baker Homicide. Tara Baker was a law student at UGA when she was murdered on January 19, 2001. Her apartment was set on fire to cover-up the murder. It took nearly 10 years to get a death certificate and more than another 10 to arrest a suspect. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case and why the trial of Edrick Lamont Faust, scheduled to begin in October, 2025, has been moved to January 2026. Transcript Highlights00:01.05 Introduction 02:34.58 Tara Baker, working and going to law school 05:01.75 Murders of Tara Baker and Laken Riley were less than 5 miles apart 10:08.02 Death Certificate is a "marker" 15:32.75 911 call was for an apartment fire 20:02.45 Firefighters have to be aware of their surroundings 24:56.80 Clothing might not burn - completely 29:56.47 Looking for what isn't destroyed by fire 33:17.54 Strap muscles in neck can indicate strangling 39:06.13 Fire used after the fact 43:42.43 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Sep 43min

Emmanuel Haro presumed dead, 7-year-old sister permanently bedridden: The Children of Jake Haro

Emmanuel Haro presumed dead, 7-year-old sister permanently bedridden: The Children of Jake Haro

Emmanuel Haro is still missing. His parents are both in jail and charged in his death. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case as well as what Jake Haro did to his daughter when she was just 10-weeks-old. Haro pleaded guilty and served 6-months in a work release program, but the 10-week-old is now seven and permanently bedridden because of the abuse inflicted by her father when she was an infant. Transcribe Highlights00:01.87 Introduction 02:07.37 Emmanuel Haro update 04:30.26 Rebecca Haro "black eye" 10:02.49 Looking back at 7-year-old daughter of Jake Haro 15:10.17 Soft-spot on the head of small child 20:14.87 Jake Haro beat 10-week-old daughter 25:08.74 Emmanuel Haro body not found 29:38.69 Placing child in trash very specific 33:10.04 Abuser may doctor shop 38:36.91 Police still searching for body 41:58.28 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Sep 42min

Horrifying Details: Decker Sisters Deaths-Bags on Heads, Hands Zip tied, Bloody Handprint!

Horrifying Details: Decker Sisters Deaths-Bags on Heads, Hands Zip tied, Bloody Handprint!

In a mystery that has captured national attention, Washington father Travis Decker picked up his three young daughters on May 30 for a "planned visitation," and never came back. The three girls -- Paityn Decker, 9; Evelyn Decker, 8; and Olivia Decker, 5 -- were found dead near a Washington state campground on June 2. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the case that has one of the most shocking crime scenes of all time. Professor Morgan explains the forensic evidence left behind inside the bags and the bloody handprint on the truck. As of today, Travis Decker is still on the run, the lone suspect in the murder of his three little girls. Officials say anyone who sees Decker or knows of his whereabouts should call 911. Transcribe Highlights00:00.88 Introduction 02:06.17 The Murder of the Decker Sisters 05:11.48 Decker picked up his girls for visitation 10:08.63 Help is a two-way street 15:08.46 Search for Decker began June 2nd 20:04.96 Bloody handprint on tailgate of truck 24:56.48 Bags don't breathe 30:55.64 Passive Homicide 34:47.96 Decker has a decent level of training 40:04.66 Decker DNA found on the bags 45:24.15 Eric Robert Rudolph 49:27.37 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Aug 49min

FBI DNA SHOCKER! Police Bodycam, Screaming on Stairs, Kohberger Case Continues!

FBI DNA SHOCKER! Police Bodycam, Screaming on Stairs, Kohberger Case Continues!

The recent release of police bodycam footage from Moscow, Idaho and the interview with Dylan Mortensen answers a lot of questions for those who have followed the case. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the latest information on the case including the FBI doing something they publicly said they would never do, and how Othram helped put the monster away for the rest of his life. Transcribe Highlights 00:00.05 Introduction 01:12.31 Show recorded on August 22, 2025 02:05.82 Discussion about DNA 05:01.99 Kohberger drove around house multiple times 09:51.40 Relating to the families involved 15:06.47 Scream "someone" is in house, mistakes Xana for Kaylee 20:00.77 Sounds made on staircase 25:13.04 DNA Scientist 30:09.48 FBI inserts the agency into the case 35:28.67 Genetic Genealogy is a game changer 42:01.94 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Aug 42min

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