Reckless or Murder? The Fraser Bohm Case Forces a Hard Question

Reckless or Murder? The Fraser Bohm Case Forces a Hard Question

Four young women. One devastating crash. And a courtroom now wrestling with a question nobody wants to ask out loud: when does reckless behavior cross the line into murder?

In today’s episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we dive deep — not into outrage, not into assumptions, but into the uncomfortable space where law and emotion collide. The case of Fraser Michael Bohm, the 22-year-old accused of driving over 100 mph on Malibu’s Pacific Coast Highway before striking parked cars and killing four Pepperdine students, is now shaping up to be one of the most complex legal and moral debates in recent memory.

Prosecutors say Bohm knew the danger. He knew the road. He’d lost friends to high-speed crashes before. And yet, according to investigators, he pushed his BMW past triple-digit speeds on a stretch known as “Dead Man’s Curve.” They argue this wasn’t a random tragedy — it was implied malice, the level of awareness that elevates a fatal crash into murder under California law.

But the defense sees something different. They call this a catastrophic mistake — not malice. They point to his lack of impairment, his clean record, the possibility of panic or misjudgment, and the long legal tradition that separates negligence from murder. They argue that broadening the definition of malice risks criminalizing tragedy rather than intention.

So who’s right?
Does the foreseeability of danger define the crime?
Or should the law resist bending under the weight of public grief?

This episode challenges assumptions on both sides. It asks you to sit with the discomfort and think — truly think — about what justice means in a case where intent, recklessness, and tragedy all overlap.

If you’ve already picked a side in the Bohm case… this might make you reconsider.

🎙️ Subscribe for in-depth, emotionally grounded true-crime analysis that’s never shallow, never sensational — just honest.


#FraserBohm #HiddenKillers #TonyBrueski #PepperdineCrash #VehicularMurder #MalibuCrash #CourtTV #TrueCrimeCommentary #CriminalJustice #RecklessDrivingCase


Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?

Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/
Tik-Tok
https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod
X Twitter
https://x.com/tonybpod

Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Avsnitt(500)

Wendy Adelson’s Fate: Pawn, Accomplice, or Something Worse?

Wendy Adelson’s Fate: Pawn, Accomplice, or Something Worse?

Wendy Adelson’s Fate: Pawn, Accomplice, or Something Worse? The final cut pulls all the threads together. The hosts debate Jeff’s credibility as one of the strongest witnesses against Wendy—someone with no motive to lie, who came across as clear, consistent, and believable. His testimony doesn’t just implicate Charlie and Donna; it shines an uncomfortable light on Wendy herself. The discussion ranges from Donna’s iron-grip control (compared to Marie Barone from Everybody Loves Raymond) to audience comments about whether Wendy deserves sympathy or condemnation. Was she simply a pawn in her family’s manipulations, or a willing participant who chose convenience over morality? The segment blends serious analysis with lighthearted banter, including side riffs about dogs, carpet cleaning, and family dysfunction. It’s the classic Hidden Killers mix—dark true crime insights cut with gallows humor and cultural comparisons that make the case even more surreal. This closer makes clear: whatever the future holds for Wendy Adelson, Jeff Lacasse’s testimony will remain one of the biggest turning points in the entire saga. Hashtags:  #WendyAdelson #DonnaAdelson #CharlieAdelson #DanMarkel #JeffLacasse #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #FamilyControl #MurderTrial Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

24 Sep 12min

BIG BREAKDOWN - Bryan Kohberger's Pathetic INSECURITIES Exposed

BIG BREAKDOWN - Bryan Kohberger's Pathetic INSECURITIES Exposed

BIG BREAKDOWN - Bryan Kohberger's Pathetic INSECURITIES Exposed New revelations are pulling back the curtain on Bryan Kohberger’s life immediately after the Idaho student murders, and they raise disturbing questions about how this case may be understood. The night after the killings, Kohberger’s mother sent him a news article detailing the horrific injuries of victim Zana Kernodle — including bruises that showed she fought back. Was it a mother simply sharing a local crime story with her son? Or, knowing what we know now, was there something darker in the tone of those conversations? Investigators and analysts are asking whether Kohberger and his mother spoke in coded ways about the crimes, with his obsession shifting between gruesome details and a “sweet girl at the coffee shop” — eerily similar to the barista he allegedly made uncomfortable by stalking her. But that’s not all. Newly released images from Kohberger’s apartment offer a rare look inside his private world. Far from the clutter of a normal graduate student, his space was stripped down to bare walls, minimal belongings, and an almost sterile environment. Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins us to break down what that could mean: Was it evidence of a personality detached from normal human connection, or a deliberate “scrubbing” to hide traces of blood and evidence — just like how investigators said he dismantled his car after the murders? Perhaps most startling: investigators discovered a prescription in his apartment for levothyroxine, a thyroid medication. While commonly used and safe for millions, in the context of Kohberger’s other self-reported conditions — autism spectrum, OCD, ADHD, ARFID — it raises questions about whether he was properly medicated, mismedicated, or even taking it at all. Could untreated or poorly managed health conditions have fed into his volatile state of mind? From his mother’s unsettling messages to the sterile emptiness of his apartment, each new detail deepens the puzzle of Bryan Kohberger. Was this careful planning, psychological unraveling, or both? Subscribe to Hidden Killers for the latest unfiltered true crime analysis and let us know your take in the comments. Hashtags #BryanKohberger #Idaho4 #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #KohbergerTrial #MoscowMurders #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrimeCommunity #KohbergerEvidence #TrueCrimePodcast Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

24 Sep 42min

Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down the Disturbing Case of Celeste Rivas

Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down the Disturbing Case of Celeste Rivas

Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down the Disturbing Case of Celeste Rivas The tragic case of 13-year-old Celeste Rivas and rapper David Burke has gripped true crime circles but has received shockingly little mainstream coverage. In this special edition of Break the Case, former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer takes listeners deep inside the disturbing details, exposing evidence, debunking misinformation, and underscoring why this case must not fade into silence. Celeste Rivas was reported missing in April 2024. Months later, her remains were discovered in the frunk—the front trunk—of a Tesla owned by rapper David Burke, known by his stage name D4VD. For three weeks, Burke’s vehicle sat in the Los Angeles heat, parked in a neighborhood later searched by law enforcement. By the time the car was impounded and workers noticed the unbearable stench, Celeste’s body had decomposed beyond recognition. Investigators determined she had been dismembered, not out of rage but likely for the grim practicality of fitting her remains into the small compartment. Coffindaffer, drawing from her law enforcement background, emphasizes the importance of understanding decomposition, dismemberment, and forensic realities rather than relying on sensationalized misinformation. She explains why public awareness is critical—pointing to the Gabby Petito case, where crowdsourced tips from ordinary people led to a breakthrough. In contrast, Celeste’s case has been met with indifference by both mainstream and social media, despite Burke’s semi-celebrity status and ongoing tour schedule. This chilling story raises urgent questions about how missing persons cases are prioritized, why some garner national attention while others slip into obscurity, and what role the public plays in securing justice. Celeste was only 13 years old. She deserves her story told, her name remembered, and her killer brought to justice. Stay with Break the Case as we uncover every detail, from forensic evidence to courtroom developments, and demand accountability in a case that should never be forgotten. Hashtags #CelesteRivas #DavidBurke #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #MissingPerson #JenniferCoffindaffer #TeslaFrunk #MurderInvestigation #JusticeForCeleste #CrimeNews Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

23 Sep 47min

Did Wendi Adelson Try To Frame Her Ex-Boyfriend For The Murder Of Her Ex-Husband Dan Markel?

Did Wendi Adelson Try To Frame Her Ex-Boyfriend For The Murder Of Her Ex-Husband Dan Markel?

Did Wendi Adelson Try To Frame Her Ex-Boyfriend For The Murder Of Her Ex-Husband Dan Markel? This segment covers the aftermath of Jeff Lacasse’s police scrutiny. Initially considered a suspect, Jeff cooperated fully—offering credit card receipts, surveillance video, and cell phone records that placed him in Tennessee at the time of Dan Markel’s murder. His cooperation cleared him, but not before Wendy suggested him as a possible suspect. The jury’s own questions dig into Wendy’s mindset: her bitterness about losing relocation battles, her constant frustration with custody, and her unhappiness in Tallahassee. They ask whether Wendy’s desire for control over her children’s lives was so strong that it pushed her closer to her family’s extreme solutions. The hosts point out how damning these questions are. Even when Wendy wasn’t under direct suspicion, the narrative that emerged from Jeff’s testimony and the jury’s curiosity made her look like someone deeply enmeshed in resentment and dysfunction. This segment bridges testimony with motive, showing how Wendy’s unhappiness and silence around her family’s plotting remain some of the most haunting aspects of the Adelson saga. Hashtags:  #JeffLacasse #WendyAdelson #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #CharlieAdelson #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #CourtroomTestimony #MurderForHire #CustodyBattle Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

23 Sep 13min

Populärt inom Politik & nyheter

motiv
p3-krim
aftonbladet-krim
fordomspodden
blenda-2
rss-krimstad
svenska-fall
flashback-forever
rss-viva-fotboll
aftonbladet-daily
rss-vad-fan-hande
rss-sanning-konsekvens
rss-frandfors-horna
rss-krimreportrarna
dagens-eko
olyckan-inifran
grans
krimmagasinet
rss-flodet
svd-dokumentara-berattelser-2