Crime Alert 07.30.20

Investigators reopen a 1970 cold case in Utah and plan to exhume remains Newly released video shows moments from the day of the fatal Brown University shooting Trial set to begin in Georgia for the father of the Apalachee High School shooting suspect FBI found no evidence Jeffrey Epstein ran a sex-trafficking ring for powerful men, records show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Feb 6min

A Bitcoin ransom deadline expires with zero contact from Nancy Guthrie's alleged abductors. As the agonizing search for the 84yo takes a devastating step back Savannah Guthrie issues a heart-wrenching plea to the public for prayers and help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Feb 5min

Will today's ransom deadline be met for the return of Nancy Guthrie? Experts suggest the two ransom notes using separate deadlines show extensive planning and an attempt to control the investigation. As investigators attempt to determine the veracity of the notes, the Guthrie family is forced to treat the notes as real. The replies also share insight into the content of the notes. In their first posted video response, the Guthries asked for "proof of life." The family's third reply no longer seeks this proof and says, "We will pay." Experts suggest that the ransom notes using separate deadlines show extensive planning and an attempt to control the investigation. As investigators attempt to determine the veracity of the notes, the Guthrie family is forced to treat the notes as real. The replies also share insight into the content of the notes. In their first posted video response, the Guthries asked for "proof of life." The most recent reply message no longer seeks this proof and says, "We will pay." Shortly after the release of the Guthrie family video, deputies arrived back on the scene at the home of Nancy Guthrie. In contrast, a significant presence of law enforcement arrives at the home of Annie Guthrie for a late-night search, continuing for hours. This is at least the second time Annie's home has been searched, and law enforcement is not answering questions. The search lasted for more than three hours, ending around 10:30 pm, with officers coming out of the house wearing blue gloves and carrying brown bags. Joining Nancy Grace today: Matthew Lopez - Criminal Defense Lawyer and Owner of the Largest Criminal Defense Law Firm in Arizona Caryn Stark - Forensic Psychologist, Renowned TV and Radio Trauma Expert and Consultant; Instagram: carynpsych, FB: Caryn Stark Private Practice Chris McDonough - Director At the Cold Case Foundation, Former Homicide Detective (worked over 300 homicides in 25-year career), and Host of YouTube Channel, "The Interview Room"—Trained the First Native American Homicide Task Force Scott Eicher - A Founding Member of the FBI’s Cellular Analysis Survey Team (C.A.S.T), Historical Cellular Analysis Expert; Former FBI Agent of 22 Years, Former Police Officer and Homicide Detective with Norfolk Virginia Police Department (having served 12 years); Currently with Precision Cellular Analysis, Handling Criminal, Defense and Civil Cases Jessica Finn - Senior Investigative Reporter at The U.S. Sun; jessicafinnnyc (X/ IG) @jessicafinn.bsky.social Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Feb 52min

Monday marks the 9th day in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, with the case escalating into a critical investigation as a ransom deadline approachesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Feb 6min

TIPLINE: 520-351-4900, 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) Nancy Guthrie, TV host Savannah Guthrie’s 84-year-old mother, has been missing for a full week. Her home, according to police, is considered a crime scene. Nancy Guthrie was last seen Saturday, January 31, around 9:30 p.m. outside her Tucson home. She was reported missing at noon the next day. Police say scenes at her home indicate "she didn't leave on her own." Nancy Guthrie is 5 feet, 5 inches tall, and weighs about 150 pounds. She has brown hair and blue eyes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Feb 2h 46min

Listen to Mayhem in the Morgue on all podcast platforms: https://link.podtrac.com/MayhemMorgueContent Warning: This episode contains discussion of death of individuals. If you’re sensitive to this topic, this episode may not be for you. The line between curiosity and catastrophe is thinner than most people expect. In this episode of Mayhem in the Morgue, Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Kendall Crowns uses a series of foraging mistakes to show how curiosity, mixed with a hint of bravado, can turn lethal when people rely on folklore, hearsay, or incomplete information. From toxin- secreting toads and misidentified “magic mushrooms” to a drowning case complicated by zebra mussels and cyanotoxins, each case tracks the same pattern: confidence first, consequences later. Highlights • (0:00) Welcome to Mayhem in the Morgue with Dr. Kendall Crowns • (0:30) A radio story from Arizona: people reportedly licking toads to get high • (1:00) A high school “toad hunt” in Kansas goes sideways with the wrong species and 24 hours of vomiting • (2:30) Colorado River toad, 5-MeO-DMT, and why "toad licking" is dangerously misunderstood • (5:45) Case one: a 20-year-old “confirms” magic mushrooms with library photos and dries a batch for tea • (7:30) Psychedelic tea results in vomiting and GI complications, followed by multiorgan failure and death • (12:45) Case two: a drowning case is complicated by foreign shells in the airway and stomach • (15:15) Zebra mussels and cyanotoxins enter the investigation • (22:00) Closing warning: all mushrooms are edible, some only once About the Host: Dr. Kendall Crowns Dr. Crowns is the Chief Medical Examiner for Travis County, Texas, and a nationally recognized forensic pathologist. He las led death investigations in Travis County, Fort Worth, Chicago, and Kansas. Over his career, he has performed thousands of autopsies and testified in court hundreds of times as an expert witness. A frequent contributor to Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, Dr. Crowns brings unparalleled insight into the strange, grisly, and sometimes absurd realities of forensic pathology. About the Show Mayhem in the Morgue takes listeners inside the bloody, bizarre, and often unbelievable world of forensic pathology. Hosted by Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Kendall Crowns, each episode delivers real-life cases from the morgue, the crime scene, and the courtroom. Expect gallows humor, hard truths, and unforgettable investigations. Connect and Learn More Have a question for Dr. Crowns? Submit them to mayheminthemorgue@gmail.com Learn more about Dr. Kendall Crowns on Linkedin. Catch him regularly on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace and follow Mayhem in the Morgue where you get your podcasts. If you liked this episode, don’t keep it to yourself—follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Feb 22min

Breaking crime news as it happens throughout the day! Follow "Crime Alert Hourly Update" now on your favorite podcast app: https://link.chtbl.com/Crime_Alert Here's some of our top stories this week: Unexplained homeless deaths spark serial killer concerns? Two people are under arrest as a multi-county search continues in eastern Nebraska for the bodies of a missing couple believed to have been killed. A vet tech lost her job & is facing criminal charges after rescuing an abandoned Labradoodle pup during a record-setting blizzard! Defense for alleged Charlie Kirk assassin seeks to leaves video of shooting out of courtroom. Stay informed, stay safe, and stay ahead with "Crime Alert Hourly Update.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Feb 10min

Erin Strotman, a former 27-year-old NICU nurse initially facing 20 charges, gets a sweetheart deal after pleading no contest to nine charges of child abuse. The abuse came to light when Henrico County Police Detective Megan Lynch responded to Henrico Doctors' Hospital regarding a 5-month-old male in the NICU, found with a fractured left femur. Further examination revealed the child also had a fractured right tibia and multiple rib fractures. Investigators noted similarities between the injuries and those suffered by four males in the NICU during the previous summer. Following the earlier unexplained injuries, the hospital installed surveillance cameras throughout the NICU. Detective Lynch reviewed the surveillance footage and reported her findings. On November 10, Nurse Erin Strotman was recorded in the room with the baby identified as "Y.H." in hospital records. The footage showed Strotman grabbing Y.H. by the legs and applying pressure, placing her weight on them, and pushing the baby's legs backward until his feet reached his head. The video shows Y.H. crying and appearing to be distressed. Seven potential abuse cases are now under investigation, and police say more may be uncovered. Henrico County investigators are reviewing hundreds of hours of surveillance footage to piece together the events. Reports indicate that at least three affected families attended Strotman's court appearance. One father, speaking publicly, stated that another couple reported their child had suffered 12 fractures. Strotman has been formally charged in one baby's case, with the investigation ongoing. Her public defender stated that she has not yet entered a plea. Strotman remains in custody without bail, and her next court appearance is set for March 24. Joining Nancy Grace today: Dominique Hackey - Father of Infant Injured in PNCU Greg Morse - Partner at King Morse, PLLC. Current CJA Counsel, Former West Palm Beach Public Defender's Office; Author: "The Untested" (found on Amazon) Dr. John Delatorre - Licensed Psychologist and Mediator (specializing in forensic psychology); Psychological Consultant to Project Absentis: a nonprofit organization that searches for missing persons; X, IG, and TikTok - @drjohndelatorre Barry Hutchison Sr. - Former Law Enforcement, Owner & Chief Investigator for Barry & Associates Investigative Services LLC Dr. William Morrone - Chief Medical Examiner, Bay County, Michigan; Author: "American Narcan: Naloxone & Heroin-Fentanyl Associated Mortality" Dave Mack - 'Crime Stories' Investigative Reporter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Feb 44min