The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part Four
This week Nic from the @TrueCrimeGarage podcast joins Bill and me for a roundtable discussion about the Colonial Parkway Murders. Nic is extremely knowledgable about the case and he has great insight into the possible scenarios.Guest: Nic @TrueCrimeGarage, www.truecrimegarage.comGuest: Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy Thomas https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/Construction stretched over twenty-six years through the Depression, World War II, and funding shortages.The Parkway allows for a stress-free drive from Yorktown to Jamestown that avoids the regular trafficThe parkway is made of stone pavement to give the feel of old-timey highwaysThe parkway connects Virginia's historic triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.The parkway runs along the York River and millions of cars travel this route each year.The parkway was built to resemble highways of the past so the two-lane river-gravel road doesn't have any line-markings.The parkway is only two lanes with a center lane for passing and the maximum speed limit is a mere 45 miles per hourAlthough the park closes at sunset the parkway stays open to trafficConstruction began in the spring of 1931 in Williamsburg.The parkway construction was hit with delays from the start.There were design and routing conflicts. Limited funding due to the Great Depression and World War II stretched construction over a 26-year period.The parkway was not completed until 1955 but is considered an architectural success as the design was meant to fit seamlessly into the natural and historical beauty of Virginia.Roadtrippers.com, says the Parkway is America’s Most Calming Scenic Drive, with it’s “mostly lined with trees that block any views of modern societyIf you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3. Any amount is appreciated and it helps keep the RECORDERS RUNNING. Follow me on Twitter @billhuffman3Holly Tips: Thomas.w.sullivan3@massmail.state.ma.usColonial Parkway Murder Tips: colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.govSources:https://wtkr.com/2009/09/22/sensitive-fbi-photos-from-colonial-parkway-murders-leaked-to-the-public/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_Parkway_murdershttps://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/posts/tips-in-the-colonial-parkway-murderswe-have-received-several-new-tips-in-the-col/1977438505834707/Anyone with information can e-mail it to colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.gov.The Daily PressAAARodtrippers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 Sep 20191h 15min
The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part Three
This week we discuss the current situation with familial databases. It is a must-listen if you have any missing family members or want to know more about who you are.This week’s sponsor is BetterHelp.com Save 10% with my promo code WHOwww.betterhelp.com/WhoThe Colonial Parkway Murders: Part TwoGuest: Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy ThomasConstruction stretched over twenty-six years through the Depression, World War II, and funding shortages.The Parkway allows for a stress-free drive from Yorktown to Jamestown that avoids the regular trafficThe parkway is made of stone pavement to give the feel of old-timey highwaysThe parkway connects Virginia's historic triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.The parkway runs along the York River and millions of cars travel this route each year.The parkway was built to resemble highways of the past so the two-lane river-gravel road doesn't have any line-markings.The parkway is only two lanes with a center lane for passing and the maximum speed limit is a mere 45 miles per hourAlthough the park closes at sunset the parkway stays open to trafficConstruction began in the spring of 1931 in Williamsburg.The parkway construction was hit with delays from the start.There were design and routing conflicts. Limited funding due to the Great Depression and World War II stretched construction over a 26-year period.The parkway was not completed until 1955 but is considered an architectural success as the design was meant to fit seamlessly into the natural and historical beauty of Virginia.Roadtrippers.com, says the Parkway is America’s Most Calming Scenic Drive, with it’s “mostly lined with trees that block any views of modern societyIf you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3. Any amount is appreciated and it helps keep the RECORDERS RUNNING. Follow me on Twitter @billhuffman3Holly Tips: Thomas.w.sullivan3@massmail.state.ma.usColonial Parkway Murder Tips: colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.govSources:https://wtkr.com/2009/09/22/sensitive-fbi-photos-from-colonial-parkway-murders-leaked-to-the-public/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_Parkway_murdershttps://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/posts/tips-in-the-colonial-parkway-murderswe-have-received-several-new-tips-in-the-col/1977438505834707/Anyone with information can e-mail it to colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.gov.The Daily PressAAARodtrippers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12 Sep 20191h
Introducing Imagined Life from Wondery
What if you could really feel what it is like to put yourself in someone else’s shoes? Someone famous, who you may think you know?Wondery’s Imagined Life gives you that chance. Each episode will take you on an immersive journey through the surprising moments and challenges that shaped someone’s life before they were in the public eye.You may realize that you’ve experienced some of the same struggles, joys, fears, and heartbreak as celebrities as different from each other as Princess Diana, Jim Henson, or Ellen DeGeneres. Every person has a story, but how often do you get to immerse yourself in another person’s life?You’re about to hear an exclusive clip from “Imagined Life” where you’ll experience someone else’s life, and only at the end of the episode will you find out who YOU are. The show is hosted by Academy Award nominee Virginia Madsen, and Robbie Daymond. Look for new episodes on Friday, 9/6.While you’re listening to this preview, be sure to subscribe to Imagined Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you’re listening to this. You can also find a link in the episode notes.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagined-life/id1439810326 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Sep 201912min
The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part Two
This week’s sponsor is BetterHelp.com Save 10% with my promo code WHOwww.betterhelp.com/WhoThe Colonial Parkway Murders: Part TwoGuest: Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy ThomasConstruction stretched over twenty-six years through the Depression, World War II, and funding shortages.The Parkway allows for a stress-free drive from Yorktown to Jamestown that avoids the regular trafficThe parkway is made of stone pavement to give the feel of old-timey highwaysThe parkway connects Virginia's historic triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.The parkway runs along the York River and millions of cars travel this route each year.The parkway was built to resemble highways of the past so the two-lane river-gravel road doesn't have any line-markings.The parkway is only two lanes with a center lane for passing and the maximum speed limit is a mere 45 miles per hourAlthough the park closes at sunset the parkway stays open to trafficConstruction began in the spring of 1931 in Williamsburg.The parkway construction was hit with delays from the start.There were design and routing conflicts. Limited funding due to the Great Depression and World War II stretched construction over a 26-year period.The parkway was not completed until 1955 but is considered an architectural success as the design was meant to fit seamlessly in to the natural and historical beauty of Virginia.Roadtrippers.com, says the Parkway is America’s Most Calming Scenic Drive, with it’s “mostly lined with trees that block any views of modern societyIf you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3. Any amount is appreciated and it helps keep the RECORDERS RUNNING. Follow me on Twitter @billhuffman3Holly Tips: Thomas.w.sullivan3@massmail.state.ma.usColonial Parkway Murder Tips: colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.govSources:https://wtkr.com/2009/09/22/sensitive-fbi-photos-from-colonial-parkway-murders-leaked-to-the-public/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_Parkway_murdershttps://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/posts/tips-in-the-colonial-parkway-murderswe-have-received-several-new-tips-in-the-col/1977438505834707/Anyone with information can e-mail it to colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.gov.The Daily PressAAARodtrippers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Sep 201956min
The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part One
The Colonial Parkway Murders: Part OneGuest: Bill Thomas, brother of victim Cathy ThomasConstruction stretched over twenty-six years through the Depression, World War II, and funding shortages.The Parkway allows for a stress-free drive from Yorktown to Jamestown that avoids the regular trafficThe parkway is made of stone pavement to give the feel of old-timey highwaysThe parkway connects Virginia's historic triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.The parkway runs along the York River and millions of cars travel this route each year.The parkway was built to resemble highways of the past so the two-lane river-gravel road doesn't have any line-markings.The parkway is only two lanes with a center lane for passing and the maximum speed limit is a mere 45 miles per hourAlthough the park closes at sunset the parkway stays open to trafficConstruction began in the spring of 1931 in Williamsburg.The parkway construction was hit with delays from the start.There were design and routing conflicts. Limited funding due to the Great Depression and World War II stretched construction over a 26-year period.The parkway was not completed until 1955 but is considered an architectural success as the design was meant to fit seamlessly in to the natural and historical beauty of Virginia.Roadtrippers.com, says the Parkway is America’s Most Calming Scenic Drive, with it’s “mostly lined with trees that block any views of modern society”Sources:https://wtkr.com/2009/09/22/sensitive-fbi-photos-from-colonial-parkway-murders-leaked-to-the-public/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_Parkway_murdershttps://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/posts/tips-in-the-colonial-parkway-murderswe-have-received-several-new-tips-in-the-col/1977438505834707/Anyone with information can e-mail it to colonial_parkway_murders@ic.fbi.gov.The Daily PressAAARodtrippers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 Aug 201954min
Who Killed Holly Piiranien?
Today’s case takes us back to the summer of August 5th, 1993, Sturbridge Mass.10-year-old Holly Piiranian is on a family vacation visiting her grandmother when she was abducted in the middle of the day. Holly Kristen Piirainen was a 10-year-old American murder victim from Grafton, Massachusetts. She was a typical young girl with blonde hair and blue eyes. She went with her brother to visit some puppies walking down South Shore Drive in Sturbridge to the intersection of Allen Road Her brother returned to the cottage but Holly had disappeared. All that was found was a shoe of hers by the side of the road. Months later on October 23rd, her remains were found by hunters in a wooded area in the nearby town of Brimfield.Anyone with information about Holly’s murder is asked to e-mail Thomas.w.sullivan3@massmail.state.ma.us or call the Hampden County State Police Detective Unit at 413-505-5993. People are also welcome to text information to “CRIMES” (274637) with the subject line “SOLVE Holly Piirainen.” A $40,000 reward is being offered for information leading directly to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible.Sources: ABC News GO, Masslive.com, WCLB, Telegram & Gazette, Boston Globehttps://thisweekinworcester.com/holly-piiaranens-family-still-looks-for-clues-26-years-after-her-disappearance-death/https://www.telegram.com/news/20180802/25-years-after-holly-piirainen-slaying-family-continues-to-push-for-resolutionhttps://www.masslive.com/news/2018/08/25th_anniversary_of_holly_piir.htmlhttps://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2018/10/21/family-holly-piirainen-hosts-tip-campaign-anniversary-her-disappearance/DnhH2V8bunjWOd9basLxlI/story.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Aug 201946min
Who Killed Molly Bish?
n June 27th, 2000, sixteen-year-old lifeguard Molly Bish disappeared from her lifeguard post at Comins Pond in Warren, MA. On the day before Molly's disappearance, her mother, Magi Bish, noticed a mustached Caucasian male in a white sedan in the parking lot at the pond. Though he appeared suspicious, Magi brushed it off and dropped Molly off. Molly had only been in her position as a lifeguard for a week, when her mother dropped her off at Comins Pond on June 27th. Magi received the call from police no parent wants to get. They inform her that no lifeguard was on duty at the pond so she quickly returned to Molly's post, only to discover, was her sandals and her lunch.This is a safe community. According to the city’s website, Warren is a rural town of 5000 people located in western Worcester (Wooster) County and is bisected by the Quaboag River. If you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3.Anyone with information regarding this weeks case, the death of 16-year-old Molly Anne Bish, you can also contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI. The Massachusetts State Police is also available at 1-800-808-9677 if you have information regarding this case. A $100,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.Warren is one of six existing towns that were first settled in 1660 and known as the Quaboag Plantation. Incorporated as Western in 1741, the town was renamed in honor of Revolutionary War General Joseph Warren in 1834.The day started like any other. At 9:50 am Molly and her mom stopped at the local convenience store to grab some water bottles.Afterward, they drove to the police station to pick up the required two-way radio.As there were no telephones or communications at Comins Pond, the radio was the only way the lifeguards could contact police or anyone outside of the area.Anyone with information regarding this week's case, the death of 16-year-old Molly Anne Bish, you can also contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI. The Massachusetts State Police is also available at 1-800-808-9677 if you have information regarding this case. A $100,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.If you’d like help keep the lights on and the recorders running you can support the show by clicking the donate button on the right side on whokilledamymihaljevic.com or via the Venmo app with my username @billhuffman3.Thank you to Brandi Munro for her research on this episode!Sources: CBS Local, WCBV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 Aug 201937min
Who Killed David Widlak?
Who Killed David Widlak?Victim: David WidlakCEO of the Community Central Bank Corporation and Community Bank62 years old at the time of deathSunday, September 19: David Widlak disappeared from his bank. He left on foot and his car was discovered the next day in the parking lot around 7:00 the following morning by a maintenance worker. When this maintenance worker went to Widlak’s office he found it trashed.October 17: Duck hunters discovered a body, which was later determined to be Widlak, in the marshland of Lake St. Clair, outside of Detroit. His body was floating in about 1 foot of water. This was less than 5 miles from the bank. David was still wearing the clothing he was last reported wearing and he still had his phone, keys, and wallet. October 20: Widlak’s gun was discovered just a few feet from where his body was. His hat was also found, but deep in the woods. From the beginning, the police were treating this as a disappearance/suicide.There was a discrepancy between the initial autopsy conducted by Macomb County medical examiner Daniel Spitz and the most recent one performed by Oakland County doctor L.J. Dragovic in 2010. Spitz who conducted the first autopsy had determined the cause of death to be undetermined. He stated he found no obvious wounds, and no blunt force trauma and proceeded to state he may have drowned. A second autopsy was done by Dragovic (hired by the Widlak family) and the cause of death was determined to have been an “execution-style” gunshot wound in the mid-back of Widlak’s neck.Anyone with tips, please call: 1-800-CALL-FBIIf you know anybody or are dealing with suicidal thoughts, there is help:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255 Sources: Detroit Free Press, Mlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Aug 201940min
