Decoding the Gruesome Method: Chainsaws and the Horrors of Dismemberment
Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan13 Juli 2023

Decoding the Gruesome Method: Chainsaws and the Horrors of Dismemberment

Neighbors, noticing the unusual absence of 71-year-old Margaret Craig, request that police perform a well-visit check at her residence.

Responding police officers are invited into the home, and upon entering the basement, they are met with the smell of decomposition and copious amounts of blood near plastic trash bags. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack delve into the disturbing case of Margaret Craig, whose life allegedly ended at the hands of her own daughter and granddaughter.

They navigate the complicated nature of the crime scene investigation, discussing the disposal of human remains, the increasing prevalence of dismemberment cases, and the psychological aspect of perpetrators becoming comfortable with such gruesome acts. Joseph Scott and Dave also explore the complexities of forensic analysis, focusing on the methodology and tools used in these horrific acts.

They also discuss the challenges faced by investigators in determining the sequence of events and how these intricacies could impact the jury's decision.

Time-Coded Highlights:

  • [00:00:20] Joseph Scott Morgan shares his personal experience using a chainsaw as a young man, setting the stage for the case discussion, and introduces the shocking case of Margaret Craig's death and dismemberment.
  • [00:04:44] The disturbing trend of perpetrators becoming comfortable with dismembering bodies.
  • [00:08:05] Noticing the absence of Margaret Craig, her neighbor calls for a welfare check. Upon entering the basement, police smell a foul odor and notice blood near three trash bags.
  • [00:11:04] Joe Scott explains the impact of plastic on decomposition, providing insight into the forensic aspects of the case.
  • [00:15:11] Discovery of brain matter and a disappearing knife.
  • [00:20:00] Dave Mack shares the account of Salia Hardy, the granddaughter of the victim, who provides the police with critical information about the crime.
  • [00:22:42] Joe Scott explains the difficulty in determining the sequence of events, particularly with the involvement of a chainsaw. He describes the concept of blood-cast and the unique patterns created during dismemberment with a chainsaw.
  • [00:30:20] Discussion on the methodology and tools used in dismemberment as well as a witness's report of seeing human remains being placed in a brush fire.
  • [00:32:26] Joseph Scott Morgan questions the presence of brain matter and highlights the importance of tool mark experts and the FBI’s access to different types of chainsaws in their forensic lab.
  • [00:33:57] Dave Mack updates listeners on the current status of the case.

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