35th Anniversary of the Kirtland Cult Killings
On today’s episode, we will dive into the Kirtland Cult Killings that took place in Kirtland, Ohio. This small town, situated in Lake County and only a 25-minute drive east of Cleveland, became a national headline in January 1990. After moving to Kirtland, Lundgren established himself as a lay minister for the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Dale Luffman, the president of the northeast Ohio chapter of the Reorganized Church, confirmed that Lundgren served at the church temple in Kirtland from 1985 to 1987. During this period, he took charge of guiding tours of the church's 153-year-old temple for the public after relocating from Kansas City, Missouri. The victims were the Dennis Avery family: Dennis, Cheryl, and their three daughters—Trina (15), Rebecca (13), and Karen (7). They had moved from Missouri to join Lundgren’s group around 1987. On April 17, 1989, Lundgren invited the Averys to his farm in Kirtland for a “last supper”-type gathering. One by one, they were taken to a barn behind the house, where they were bound, gagged with duct tape, and shot to death. Reports indicate that a chainsaw was used to muffle the sound of the gunshots. SOURCES: https://www.news-herald.com/2014/12/30/kirtland-cult-killings-looking-back-at-lake-countys-worst-mass-murder-25-years-later/ https://web.archive.org/web/20080828040940/http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/10/24/ap/national/mainD8KV5DV80.shtml https://www.news-herald.com/2014/12/30/kirtland-cult-killings-time-has-healed-the-city-of-faith-and-beauty/ https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna14500204 https://web.archive.org/web/20061019025800/http://www.cnn.com/2006/LAW/10/18/bc.na.gen.us.cultleader.ap/index.html https://www.huffpost.com/entry/kirtland-cult-killings_n_7088210 https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/ohio/cleveland/kirtland-cult-cle/ https://fox8.com/news/true-crime-in-cleveland-kirtland-cult-murders/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZJso4RfdCg http://www2.readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=68347 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/88389254/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/88389475/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/88390405/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/88391008/ https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/history/topics/kirtland-ohio?lang=eng&abVersion=V02&abName=GLOB88 caselaw.findlaw.com https://www.news-herald.com/news/ohio/kirtland-cult-killings-timeline-of-events/article_d13876c8-f5bb-5134-8ee3-3f0df58ed99f.html https://youtu.be/OZJso4RfdCg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Nov 1h 19min
Ted Bundy and Colorado's Unsolved Murders
On April 15, 1975, Melanie "Suzy" Cooley left Nederland High School where she was a senior. She was last seen hitchhiking in Nederland. A road maintenance worker found her body on May 2, 1975, in Coal Creek Canyon. Cooley was last seen wearing blue jeans, a blue jean jacket with an embroidered eagle on the back and tan-colored boots. She had been hit over the head repeatedly with a large rock. Cold Case Investigator 303-271-5195 coldcase@jeffco.us DONATE TO THE SHOW Sources: https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueCrime/comments/rjyno4/was_ted_bundy_responsible_for_the_murder_of/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/68610651/fort-collins-coloradoan/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/25079275/greeley-daily-tribune/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/92962363/ https://www.jeffco.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=319 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/92966488/ https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueCrime/comments/rjyno4/was_ted_bundy_responsible_for_the_murder_of/ https://web.archive.org/web/20170223172245/https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2004/02/15/student-vanishes-and-questions-mount/ESRJL97tDDJd6MyiqcZvTN/story.html?p1=Article_Related_Box_Article https://www.newspapers.com/clip/93575757/ https://www.newspapers.com/clip/93576940/ https://www.jeffco.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=319 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Di4UcP_gxM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Okt 53min
Yogurt Shop 4 w/ Nic from TCG Pt 2
2/2 In this special episode of "Who Killed?", I discuss the groundbreaking development in the Yogurt Shop Murders with Nic from True Crime Garage. We delve into the details of this long-unsolved case and the implications of the new evidence. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this significant breakthrough and its impact on the community.case that has haunted Austin, Texas for over three decades. The tragic crime, which occurred in 1991, claimed the lives of four teenage girls and left investigators searching for answers until now. With the recent discovery of DNA evidence linking Robert Eugene Brashers, a serial killer with a disturbing past, to the case, there is finally a measure of closure for the grieving families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Okt 54min
Breaking: Yogurt Shop Four w/ Nic of TCG Pt 1
1/2 In this special episode of "Who Killed?", I discuss the groundbreaking development in the Yogurt Shop Murders with Nic from True Crime Garage. We delve into the details of this long-unsolved case and the implications of the new evidence. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this significant breakthrough and its impact on the community.case that has haunted Austin, Texas for over three decades. The tragic crime, which occurred in 1991, claimed the lives of four teenage girls and left investigators searching for answers until now. With the recent discovery of DNA evidence linking Robert Eugene Brashers, a serial killer with a disturbing past, to the case, there is finally a measure of closure for the grieving families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Okt 1h 5min
Closure or Cowardice? The Fallout from Koberger's Plea Deal
Welcome back. Summer hiatus is officially over. As I retrurned to the mic this week I wanted to get a breakdown of the plea in the Idaho 4 case. Legal expert Matt Mangino joined us and highlighted that Koberger's decision not to elaborate on his motives was not unusual in plea agreements, especially when the defendant is not compelled to provide such information. Listen to the full episode to get a total understanding of this controversial plea deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Sep 55min
Leah Ulbrich
On October 24th, 1994, 24 year old Leah Ulbrich was callously murdered in what would turn out to be one of the most "gruesome" crime scenes in Connecticut history. SOURCES: 1. https://www.courant.com/breaking-news/hc-br-leah-ulbrich-cold-case-20191029-hnryyeizx5bipglvtodbjfwy6a-story.html 2. https://www.courant.com/breaking-news/hc-br-leah-ulbrich-father-reflects-cold-case-20191115-qr642q4rove7dohttoagptj7h4-story.html 3. https://www.newspapers.com/clip/76950280/ 4. https://www.newspapers.com/image/176860647/?terms=Leah%20Ulbrich&match=1 5. https://www.newspapers.com/image/176564144/?terms=Leah%20Ulbrich%20Hartford&match=1 6. https://www.newspapers.com/image/176851566/?terms=Leah%20Ulbrich%20Hartford&match=1 7. https://www.newspapers.com/image/177667263/?terms=Leah%20Ulbrich%20hartford&match=1 8. https://www.nydailynews.com/hc-xpm-1995-10-31-9510310268-story.html 9. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/72125773/leah-ulbrich 10. https://portal.ct.gov/DCJ/Programs/Programs/Cold-Cases---Open Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Maj 40min
Exclusive: CATCH LISK and Jesse Pollack
In this episode of "Who Killed...?", I am joined by special guests Raul from @CatchLisk and Jesse Pollack as we continue our deep dive into the Long Island serial killer case. The episode features breaking news regarding the identities of two victims, known as Toddler Doe and Jane Doe (referred to as "Peaches" due to a distinctive tattoo). With Raul's extensive knowledge of the case and a commitment to factual reporting, we engaged in a compelling and intense discussion about the developments, current status, and future implications of the investigation. This hour-and-a-half episode promises to be an insightful exploration of one of the most notorious unsolved cases in recent history. Tune in for a thorough examination of the facts and what lies ahead for the victims and their families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Maj 1h 35min
Kelly Ann Prosser
In this episode we look into the haunting case of eight-year-old Kelly Ann Prosser, who was kidnapped, raped, and murdered nearly 40 years ago. Thanks to advancements in DNA testing, police have finally solved the case, leading to a significant breakthrough in the investigation. We discuss the vital evidence collected from various locations, including Kelly’s school, and hear from a woman who played a crucial role in bringing closure to this tragic story. The episode also highlights the use of genealogy databases like GEDmatch, which have become instrumental in solving cold cases and connecting law enforcement with potential suspects. Join us as we explore the power of modern forensic science and its impact on justice. SOURCES: Thank you to the Akron Beacon Journal's Mary Grace Poidimini for her great work in 1982. https://www.unioncountyohio.gov/media/Sheriff/Investigations%20Division/Hebert%20Homicide%20Unsolved%20Case.pdf - https://www.newspapers.com/image/153248242/?terms=Joanne%20hebert&match=1 - https://www.upi.com/Archives/1982/10/13/Another-attempted-abduction-of-a-young-girl/2456403329600/ - https://www.cleveland19.com/story/9857062/denied-dna-check-on-evidence-keeps-convicted-killer-in-jail/ https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/me5ynw/nearly_41_years_missing_who_took_tiffany_papesh/ - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2020/06/26/investigators-solve-1982-murder-columbus-girl-after-nearly-40-years/3267089001/ - https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetailpre1989.aspx?caseid=282 - https://www.newspapers.com/image/329381553/?terms=Joanne%20Hebert&match=1 - https://www.newspapers.com/image/153248242/?terms=Joanne%20hebert&match=1 - http://bjretirees.blogspot.com/2004/12/catching-up-with-mary-grace-poidomani.html - https://www.newspapers.com/image/153248242/?terms=Joanne%20Hebert&match=1 - https://www.newspapers.com/image/153248539 - https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Law-Enforcement/Bureau-of-Criminal-Investigation/Investigation-Division/Cold-Case-Unit/Unsolved-Cases - https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Law-Enforcement/Bureau-of-Criminal-Investigation/Investigation-Division/Cold-Case-Unit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Maj 41min
