Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan

In this episode of Body Bags, Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack dissect the chilling case of Julie Jensen. They discuss the intricate dynamics of the Jensen family, the suspicions Julie had about her husband Mark and his fatal intentions towards her, how he slowly killed her, the challenges police faced in building a case against Mark, and the concept of a "dying declaration".   Time-codes:  00:25 - Introduction. 01:55 - The complex dynamics of the Jensen family. 08:30 - Julie Jensen's increasing suspicion towards her husband's behavior. 13:10 - Devastating effects of ethylene glycol poisoning. 17:40 - Forensic pathology involved in Julie Jensen's case. 21:15 - Exploring a historical method of murder, burking, potentially used in the Jensen case. 23:55 - Description of the crime scene. 26:55 - The legal concept of a "dying declaration" relevant to Julie's letter. 31:40 - The police interview with Mark Jensen. 33:30 - The toxicologist's testimony. 33:45 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Mai 202333min

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unravel the strange circumstances surrounding the death of Joseph Hartsfield. They discuss the critical role of trust in marital relationships, the behavior of Sarah Hartsfield, Joseph's wife and her disturbing past; insulin misuse, and the disturbing possibility of a premeditated murder disguised as natural death.    Time-codes:  00:00 - Introduction. 00:20 - Importance of trust in managing chronic health conditions within marriage. 01:35 - Introduction to Joseph Hartsfield's mysterious death and the connection to his diabetes. 04:00 - Deep dive into the daily management of diabetes and the role of self-advocacy. 06:30 - Examination of Sarah Hartsfield's unusual reactions following her husband's death that sparked initial suspicions. 09:40 - Review of the Hartsfield case, spotlighting Sarah's delayed response, her past, and insulin complications. 16:30 - Types and causes of diabetes, with autopsy revealing the presence of multiple insulin pens. 21:20 - Investigation into the possibility of an intentional insulin overdose leading to homicide. 24:10 - Reasons behind Hartsfield's comatose state and the complexity of his case. 26:15 - Sarah Hartsfield's background and the escalating pattern of violence in her relationships. 30:25 - Hartsfield's suspicious death and the possibility of a planned act. 31:10 - Challenges faced by law enforcement when investigating potential homicides disguised as natural deaths and 'angels of death'. 32:15 - Critical role of medical examiners in complex cases. The podcast concludes. 32:35 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Mai 202331min

In this episode of 'Body Bags,' hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unravel the case of Lawrence Anderson, a parolee who committed a horrifying triple murder. They discuss the gray areas of the justice system, his history of drug abuse, the controversial circumstances of his premature release from prison, and the disturbing implications of Anderson's physiological responses at the crime scene.   Time-codes:  00:00 - Episode introduction and case overview. 00:50 - Introduction to Lawrence Anderson's heinous crimes. 02:10 - Discussion on the term "criminally insane." 02:40 - Background of Anderson's criminal past and release. 05:30 - Prison overcrowding. 07:00 - Questions about the role of the parole board in Anderson's release. 08:40 - Exploration of Anderson's violent past and drug use. 10:15 - Aftermath of Anderson's release and subsequent crimes. 11:45 - Detailed description of Andrea Blankenship's murder. 13:05 - Discussion on forensic evidence and forced entry. 15:05 - Speculation on Anderson's choice of victim. 16:25 - Focus on facts over motivations. 18:10 - Recap of Anderson serving a human heart to family. 20:25 - Mention of a voice recording capturing victims' screams. 21:15 - Review of surviving aunt's injuries. 23:15 - Speculation about family's perspective and chilling meal prep. 24:20 - Highlighting surviving aunt's resilience. 27:00 - Discussion of Anderson's courtroom confession. 30:10 - Speculation on crime scene and police interpretations. 31:40 - Reflection on Anderson's confession and its community impact. 32:00 - Episode conclusion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Mai 202328min

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack examine the chilling case of Esmeralda Gonzalez, a young Instagram model whose life ended tragically in Las Vegas. They dissect the perpetrator's elaborate cover-up involving a U-Haul, 300 pounds of Quickcrete, lime, and a large water tank, revealing the peculiarities of a crime scene that mirrors a Hollywood thriller. They discuss the harsh reality of forensics as it unravels the effects of the desert environment on human remains, the recovery of the victim's jewelry, and the painstaking process of identification.    Time-codes:  00:00 - Introduction. 01:20 - Case of Esmeralda Gonzalez: introduction and discussion. 03:05 - Esmeralda's life, circumstances, and disappearance. 04:00 - Vulnerabilities and dangers in Las Vegas. 05:45 - Predatory tactics towards individuals with mental illnesses. 07:15 - Introduction of felon Christopher Prestapino and his criminal background. 09:25 - The ordeal Esmeralda faced in Prestapino's house. 10:25 - Discussion on the effects of acute mental illness and methamphetamine. 12:10 - Conditions under which Esmeralda was kept and her experiences. 14:15 - Analysis of Prestapino's fear, paranoia, and further criminal acts. 15:30 - Prestapino's dilemma after Esmeralda's death. 17:30 - Effects and application of pool cleaner injection. 20:40 - Timeline of Esmeralda's disappearance and discovery of her body. 21:35 - Prestapino's attempt to dispose of the body and suspicious activities. 24:15 - Analysis of Prestapino's thought process and planning of the crime. 26:30 - Gruesome details of how Esmeralda's remains were encased. 27:45 - Actions leading to Prestapino's downfall. 29:10 - Challenges faced by forensic scientists during the case. 30:15 - Discovery of Esmeralda's jewelry and its implications. 31:45 - Discussion of the brutal nature of the crime and attempts to hide it. 32:35 - Decomposition and identification challenges in the harsh desert environment. 33:20 - Resolution of the case and the pursuit of justice. 33:30 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Mai 202333min

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unearth the details of Tammy Daybell's untimely death in Rexburg, Idaho. They dissect the initial misdiagnosis of a heart event and navigate through a labyrinth of murder allegations ensnaring her husband, Chad Daybell, and his new wife, Lori Vallow Daybell. They also highlight the crucial role of the coroner, the complexities of exhumation procedures, and the startling forensic evidence that contradicts prior claims about Tammy's death.  Time-codes:  00:00 - Intro. 01:25 - Introduction of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell's connection to Tammy's death. 02:45 - Overview of Tammy Daybell's life and suspicious circumstances around her death. 05:50 - Critique of the initial lack of an autopsy and conflicting reports about Tammy's health. 08:40 - Discussion on the mysterious deaths surrounding Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow. 10:20 - Challenges of determining cause of death without an autopsy and the importance of the coroner's role. 16:30 - Overview of the complex circumstances surrounding the investigation. 18:05 - Examination of physical clues found on Tammy's body and ensuing exhumation. 21:00 - Tammy's alleged convulsions and implications, with Chad as the sole source of information. 24:15 - Explanation of the legal proceedings surrounding Tammy's exhumation. 27:05 - Emphasis on the role of detailed evidence in post-mortem examinations. 29:05 - Revelation of restraint and asphyxiation as the cause of Tammy's death. 33:30 - Forensic techniques used to understand Tammy's death. 35:00 - Speculation on multiple perpetrators and scrutiny of the timeline following Tammy's death. 37:15 - Conclusion and sign off from the episode of Body Bags.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Mai 202337min

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack delve into the tragic and unsettling death of 17-year-old Tylee Ryan. They discuss Tylee's tumultuous family life, her struggle with pancreatitis, the discovery of her remains, the challenges forensic experts faced in determining the cause of death, and they provide insight into the methods and findings of the forensic anthropologist and pathologist.   Time-codes:  00:34 - Introduction to Tylee Ryan's tragic story and difficult life. 01:22 - Tylee's horrifying death and forensic pathologist insights. 03:26 - Tylee's body is discarded and attempts to cover up. 03:15 - The impact of Tylee's mother's multiple marriages on her life. 04:51 - Tylee's medical records reveal stress and anxiety. 06:20 - Explanation of pancreatitis and potential causes. 07:08 - Tylee's stressful family life and stepfather's murder. 08:14 - Tylee's resistance to her mother's manipulations. 09:22 - Lori Vallow's justification for Tylee's murder. 09:37 - Location of Tylee's remains on Chad Daybell's property. 11:41 - Stratification concept in the burn pile investigation. 12:42 - Discovery of Tylee's remains and difference in location from JJ's remains. 13:16 - Importance of multiple senses in an investigation. 15:00 - The crucial role of a forensic anthropologist at the scene. 16:33 - Difficulty in recovering Tylee's fragmented remains. 18:34 - Relationship between forensic pathologists and forensic anthropologists. 20:19 - Odor differences between bones and soft tissue decomposition. 21:00 - Dr. Christensen finds 100 bones of Tylee's remains. 21:13 - Difficulties in identifying specific causes of death for Tylee. 22:09 - Classification of Tylee's death as nonspecific homicidal trauma. 24:10 - Speculation on Tylee's skull fracture cause. 26:12 - Attempt to dismember Tylee's body. 27:48 - Challenges of rendering a body down through fire. 28:18 - Sharp force trauma on Tylee's left hip bone. 29:03 - Tools for dismemberment and potential trace evidence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Mai 202330min

In this episode of Body Bags, Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack explore the harrowing case of J.J. Vallow. They reveal the disturbing details of J.J.'s death, the challenges faced by forensic pathologists in examining J.J.'s remains, the presence of GHB in his system, the crucial role of preserving evidence, and the potential for uncovering latent or plastic prints on surfaces involved in the case. Please join us on Thursday for part-two when we go in depth on Tylee Ryan’s autopsy.   Time-codes:  00:00 - Introduction. 00:55 - Joseph and Dave discuss the tragic fates of J.J. Vallow and Tylee Ryan. 01:10 - Dave shares his emotional struggle discussing the case's horrific details. 03:00 - Joseph describes courtroom reactions and limitations on gruesome evidence presentation. 04:10 - Dr. Garth Warren's role in transporting J.J. and Tylee's remains for examination. 04:40 - Explanation of bodies found in separate locations in Chad Daybell's backyard. 06:35 - The concept of clandestine graves and significance of the children's burial locations. 8:35 - The contrasting, peaceful burial site of JJ. 9:30 - Differences in the treatment of the children's bodies and what it reveals about the perpetrators. 11:35 - Police observations leading to the discovery of J.J.'s remains. 11:50 - The careful excavation process at crime scenes using gridding and documentation. 13:30 - The state of J.J.'s remains found wrapped in plastic bags. 14:20 - Joseph describes the emotional impact of finding the person they were searching for. 16:00 - Joseph explains careful handling of remains at the scene. 17:00 - The importance of maintaining a chain of custody for the body. 19:00 - Despite decomposition, J.J.'s recognizable face and the preference for scientific confirmation. 21:15 - Discussion on toxicology limitations and GHB presence in J.J.'s system. 24:05 - Joseph shares experiences with hesitancy during autopsies and preserving evidence. 25:50 - The process of examining J.J.'s remains while avoiding compromising evidence. 28:15 - The importance of considering fingerprints on adhesive materials like tape. 29:20 - Unraveling duct tape or bags on a victim's body to determine the cause of death. 31:00 - Heartbreaking details of J.J. Vallow's death and his struggle before dying. 33:00 - Dave's sadness about J.J. Vallow's suffering and awareness during his death. 33:30 - Joe announces a follow-up episode discussing the death of Tylee Ryan in depth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Mai 202333min

In this episode of Body Bags, host Joseph Scott Morgan and co-host Dave Mack delve into the emotionally challenging experiences and unique difficulties faced by death investigators and first responders during mass shooting events. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a systematic approach while navigating the emotional and logistical complexities of these events, they discuss the challenges of identifying victims in various settings, explore the significance of conducting autopsies in cases of mass shootings or multiple homicides, how to address religious objections, and the role of medical legal authorities in making final decisions.   Time-codes:  00:00 - Introduction. 01:10 - JoeScott's friend's experience with the Columbine massacre. 02:30 - Discussing being inside the tape on a mass homicide. 03:55 - Broad range of incidents classified as mass shootings. 05:05 - Mention of H. Wayne Carver III and Sandy Hook case. 06:05 - Mass fatality events are not always defined by a specific number of victims. 07:00 - Joseph's involvement in the Buckhead shooting investigation. 08:20 - Mentally processing mass shooting crime scenes in everyday environments. 10:10 - First responders' life-saving mode and gathering information. 11:55 - Challenge of identifying victims in a mass shooting. 14:40 - Identifying victims in different settings (schools vs. public spaces). 15:50 - Increased difficulties faced by death investigators during mass shooting events. 17:30 - Emotional toll of being a death investigator in mass casualty situations. 18:10 - Potential dangers for first responders during mass shooting events. 20:40 - The concept of secondary devices and staying vigilant at crime scenes. 23:25 - Challenges in handling multiple victims and assessing postmortem changes. 25:20 - Use of Tyvek suits for protection during investigations. 26:35 - Composition of investigation teams and processing bodies at crime scenes. 28:05 - Importance of addressing legal requirements and thorough documentation. 31:05 - Moral and legal responsibilities of forensic investigators. 32:45 - Need for autopsies even when the perpetrator is known. 33:20 - Handling religious objections to autopsies. 36:00 - Medical legal authorities can override religious objections to autopsies. 37:30 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Mai 202337min