205: The Bone Breaker

When we posted photos of us at our annual charity ball for Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness (CAPA) and mentioned Megan was this years guest speaker on family violence, many of you commented that you wanted to hear her presentation- so here it is, in podcast form. We hope that you learn something new, help spread the word to educate others and help stop the violence.

16 Mars 1h 32min

The conclusion to the Ypsilanti Ripper also known as the Michigan Co-ed Murders from 1967-1969.    Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell     John Norman Collins | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers Clippings from The Ann Arbor News, Ypsilanti Press, Detroit News, and Detroit Free Press, 1967-72. John Norman Collins: The Co-Ed Killer: By Katherine Ramsland The Michigan Murders, Edward Keyes (Pocket, 1976).   Killer among Us: Public Reaction to Serial Murder by Joseph C. Fisher. Encyclopedia of Serial Killers by Brian Lane and Wilfred Gregg (Headline Books, 1992). CrimeLibrary.com

9 Mars 1h 9min

This serial killer case was a highly publicized case that took place in the Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor Michigan area from 1967-1969. This case even resulted in some interesting case law due to being one of the first where there were questions of fair trial considering how highly public the case had become.    Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell     John Norman Collins | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers Clippings from The Ann Arbor News, Ypsilanti Press, Detroit News, and Detroit Free Press, 1967-72. John Norman Collins: The Co-Ed Killer: By Katherine Ramsland The Michigan Murders, Edward Keyes (Pocket, 1976).   Killer among Us: Public Reaction to Serial Murder by Joseph C. Fisher. Encyclopedia of Serial Killers by Brian Lane and Wilfred Gregg (Headline Books, 1992). CrimeLibrary.com

2 Mars 1h 8min

The timing of this interview could not have been more Divine! This week Judge Megan spoke at our annual Child Abuse and Prevention charity ball about domestic violence and what generational abuse is and how it leads to familial issues. Erica is a survivor of domestic violence and shares with us her powerful story of not only her mother's suspicious death, but how she recognizes now what lead her to engage in and stay in her own violent relationship before leaving thankfully with her life.    Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell Interview completed with Erica February, 2025.

23 Feb 1h 55min

Jimmy "Jay" Lee was a beautiful 20-year-old soul that had just graduated from college where he majored in social work and had plans to help change the world. That all ended when his life was taken in what prosecutors believe was an effort to cover up a secret relationship. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community Jay was a brilliant light that shone down on the world- showing there is no reason for judgment or hate simply because of differences. His life was taken too soon over imagined fears brought on by social and religious programming.    Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell     https://www.oxfordeagle.com/2025/02/05/after-2-1-2-years-jimmy-jay-lees-remains-have-been-found/ Family wants justice after Jimmie ‘Jay’ Lee’s remains found Mistrial declared in case of missing gay Ole Miss student Jimmie Lee Jimmie''Jay" Lee's family one step closer to closure after discovery of remains Judge declares mistrial after jury deadlocks over killing of gay University of Mississippi student | AP News After 2 1/2 years, Jimmy Jay Lee's remains have been found - The Oxford Eagle | The Oxford Eagle An Ole Miss student exchanged messages with the man now on trial in his killing, police say | AP News https://linktr.ee/justiceforjaylee

16 Feb 1h 2min

Kaylea was a spunky and independent child that was determined not to let her spina bifida condition hold her back from life. Unfortunately when the pandemic hit, Kaylea's parents neglected to properly care for her and ultimately neglect her to the point of death.  Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell Woman in Wales admits manslaughter by letting daughter become obese | Wales | The Guardian Couple Guilty of Killing Their Daughter by Letting Her Get Fat | by Victoria Suzanne | Crime Scenes | Medium Kaylea Titford: Fiercely independent girl died alone due to parent’s neglect | The Independent Killing of Kaylea Titford - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Kaylea_Titfordhttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/powys-swansea-crown-court-newtown-covid-justice-b2292229.html

9 Feb 51min

Experienced pilot Leftenant Desmond Arthur left this earthly plain during a training flight that went wrong, and he was ejected from the aircraft and plummeted to his death.  A government inquiry into the crash resulted in Desmond being placed at blame for the crash. This did not settle with the pilot's spirit or friends who knew him. In what was called a government "whitewash" (cover up) take a listen to how Desmond came back and haunted the training airbase until his name was cleared of wrongdoing once and for all.  Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell   Cecil Grace - Wikipedia 6 Ghosts Who Solved Their Own Murders | Cracked.com Ghostly wartime aviator still haunting Montrose Desmond Arthur - Wikipedia

2 Feb 1h 1min

Christopher Pittman was only 12 years old when he was prescribed anti-depressants and murdering the two people he loved most in the world, Joe and Joy Pittman or as he would call them. Nana and Pop Pop. Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell  South Carolina’s youngest killer remains in prison | Rock Hill Herald (heraldonline.com) http://www.christopherpittman.org/ 48 hours episode: https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=christopher+pittman&view=detail&mid=FA2FE8819690A54690ACFA2FE8819690A54690AC&FORM=VIRE

26 Jan 1h 10min