Big Daddy: The Murder of Hector Trochez
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details an armored truck robbery in New Orleans Louisiana that resulted in the murder of Loomis Armored Truck Employee Hector Trochez in December of 2013. Chapters01:39 Meet Big Daddy09:32 The Robbery Unfolds12:17 The Aftermath for the Driver12:57 Police Investigate the Shooting14:55 Breakthrough with DNA Evidence19:18 Two Years of Silence19:45 Arrests and Indictments27:34 The Trial and Sentencing31:53 Final Convictions and OutcomesFor commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
2 Okt 38min
Cadillac Jack
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details the arrest, incarceration and exoneration of “Cadillac Jack Favor” a rodeo star who spent 7 years inside the wire of Bloody Angola for a double murder he did not commit.Chapters 01:40 A young Cadillac Jack Favor10:59 The Fateful Meeting11:51 A Ride with Strangers13:34 The Brutal Murders15:57 Cadillac Jack's Arrest17:56 The Lie Detector Lie19:15 Trial 21:55 Cumby’s Plea Change23:47 The Aftermath of Imprisonment25:22 A New Trial28:41 Settlement and Recognition For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
22 Sep 32min
One Eyed "Boo"
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details Gregory Boo Brown's 1998 crime spree in Clinton, Louisiana, marked by multiple botched robberies, multiple murders, and his capture after 82 days.Chapters01:40 Welcome to Clinton, Louisiana12:05 Boo Brown's Rampage Begins12:34 The Attack on Mr. Roberts19:06 Assault on Myrtle Roberts21:19 The Gays: A New Target23:32 Discovery of the Gays' Bodies28:18 Boo's Capture and Trial30:36 Verdict and AftermathFor commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
15 Sep 33min
Moonlighting: The Ambush of Cpl. Betty Smothers and Kimen Lee
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details the ambush in Baton Rouge Louisiana of Corporal Betty Smothers and Kimen Lee, The capture and conviction of those responsible and highlights the charitable work of her oldest son, former NFL star Warrick Dunn, who honored his mothers legacy throughout his career and still does to this day.Timestamps01:39Story of Corporal Betty Smothers04:05 The Night of the Shooting08:46 Investigation and Arrests14:13 The Trial Begins19:19 Appeals and Sentencing21:21 Warrick Dunn's Legacy22:05 Shocking Developments24:05 The Clemency Hearing31:53 The Impact on Families32:41 Voices from the Survivors35:29 Reflections from Law Enforcement52:23 The Final Decision on ClemencyFor commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
8 Sep 1h 4min
Revisiting "the Farm"
this episode just prior to Labor Day weekend, Jim Chapman brings you inside the 1998 academy award winning documentary “The Farm” based off of life inside of Bloody Angola.For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
28 Aug 1h 29min
The Bishop
Eugene “Bishop” Tanniehill was Incarcerated in Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for 47 years prior to being issued a pardon from then State of Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco.In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman brings you the transformation of Eugene Tanniehill’s life inside of Angola Prison and his walk with faith that led to Eugene being simply known as “The Bishop” by convicts inside the prison. Timestamps03:10 Life Inside Bloody Angola06:29 Transformation Through Faith07:52 The Bishop Emerges09:41 A Journey to Freedom10:20 Reflections on Tannehill's Life14:37 Controversial Release15:09 Bishop's Testimony29:29 The Power of Repentance32:38 Deliverance and Redemption40:38 The Road to Clemency54:24 The Governor's Decision
21 Aug 1h 9min
Shallow Grave Part 3: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin
*Part 3 of 3 in this series*Jim Chapman brings you the details of life post conviction inside Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for Convict Roy McLaughlin Jr. Including a lawsuit filed by the inmate after 3 escape attempts would lead to an alleged beating inside the wire. Join us on the patreon for commercial free early releases and more athttps://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
14 Aug 27min
Shallow Grave Part 2: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin
*Part 2 of this series*Jim Chapman brings you the details of life post conviction inside Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for Convict Roy McLaughlin Jr. Including a lawsuit filed by the inmate after 3 escape attempts would lead to an alleged beating inside the wire. Chapters: 03:36 McLaughlin's First Escape Attempt 05:46 The Guard's Betrayal 07:05 A Second Escape Attempt 08:51 The Third Attempt 09:42 Shocking Allegations and Lawsuit 14:21 The Violent Aftermath 18:59 Medical Treatment and Investigations 23:33 Attempting to Settle the Matter 29:35 Witnesses to the Beating 34:31 Ongoing Emotional Distress 42:54 The Aftermath of the Lawsuit 44:35 Uncovering More SecretsFollow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly
7 Aug 48min
