Part 2 | Cold Blooded Killer: Felix Vail

Jim Chapman explores Toby Young Dorr and the infamous 2006 prison breakout of John Maynard. Jim details the escape, Toby’s troubled past, cancer struggles, and the Safe Harbor Prison Dogs program she started just a few years prior to the escape. Chapters05:31 The Dog Lady of Lansing Prison10:09 Toby's Life Before the Escape14:57 Meeting John Maynard19:41 The Plan for Escape24:43 The Escape Unfolds29:16 The Chase and Capture30:36 Aftermath of the Escape32:22 Life After PrisonSources https://thisiscriminal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Episode-258-Off-Leash.pdf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmW0VnNs93M https://www.kshb.com/news/crime/john-manard-notorious-kansas-prison-escapee-died-sunday-in-arizona-prisonhttps://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/5-facts-toby-dorr-x-john-maynard-prison-escape

24 Apr 202535min

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman reviews the latest details in the 2025 Louisiana Legislative Session and some bills that directly relate to how executions will be carried out inside the wire at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola.

17 Apr 202520min

This episode delves into Joyce Mitchell's role in the 2015 escape of inmates Richard Matt and David Sweat from Clinton Correctional Facility, examining her personal struggles, the escape plan, the manhunt, and the intrigue surrounding her case.Timestamps01:39 Meet Joyce Mitchell14:21 The Affair and the Escape Plan16:29 The Great Escape Unfolds19:58 The Manhunt Begins25:02 Joyce Mitchell's Arrest25:55 Confessions and Consequences34:09 Sentencing and Aftermath

10 Apr 202538min

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim brings you inside the relationship between  prison guard Lynette Barnett and convicted murderer Terry Banks, which culminated in their escape from Crossroads Correctional Center in 1999.  Jim also brings you the shocking story of correctional Officer Tina Gonzales who was caught in the midst of a sexual relationship with an inmate witnessed by 11 other inmates. “Hybristophilia” is defined as a condition that involves “a sexual attraction to individuals who commit crimes.Timestamps 04:14 Lynette's Troubled Marriage05:20 Meeting Terry Banks10:12 The Escape Plan15:13 The Escape17:27 On the Run19:54 The Search Intensifies23:01 The Arrest 24:07 Aftermath and Sentencing25:33 A New Story: Tina GonzalezSources:Stearns, Matt.  “Killer escapes prison.”  The Kansas City Star.  30 Oct 1999.Kennedy, Nicole; and Scherer, Ray.  “Guard linked to break.”  St. Joseph News-Press.  31 Oct 1999.Riley, Claudette.  “Escapee, guard are sought.”  The Springfield News-Leader.  31 Oct 1999.Associated Press.  “Officials seeking escaped…”  Lake Sun Leader.  01 Nov 1999.Associated Press.  “Search continues.”  The Kansas City Star.  02 Nov 1999.Faubion, Scott.  “Escaped inmate, guard…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  04 Nov 1999.Stearns, Matt.  “After weeks, questions…”  The Kansas City Star.  10 Dec 1999.Stearns, Matt.  “Police locate truck.”  The Kansas City Star.  11 Dec 1999.Stearns, Matt.  “Authorities fear prison…”  The Kansas City Star.  12 Dec 1999.Faubion, Scott.  “America’s Most Wanted…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  16 Dec 1999.Staff Writer.  “Runaway Con, Guard…”  CBS News.  18 Dec 1999.Associated Press.  “Murderer, guard captured.”  St. Joseph News-Press.  19 Dec 1999.Faubion, Scott; and Stark, Jerry.  “Escaped inmate, prison…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  23 Dec 1999.Associated Press.  “Court appearance set…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  05 Jan 2000.Gaines, Joe.  “Guard arraigned in…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  06 Jan 2000.Faubion, Scott.  “Crossroads guard arraigned…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  13 Jan 2000.Faubion, Scott.  “Penalty may rise…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  20 Jan 2000.Gaines, Joe.  “Accused guard asks…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  27 Jan 2000.Zeilstra, Stephanie.  “Reduced bond focus…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  03 Feb 2000.Gaines, Joe.  “Banks has hearing…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  23 Feb 2000.Zeilstra, Stephanie.  “Former inmate, guard…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  02 Mar 2000.Zeilstra, Stephanie.  “Bond reduction denied…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  09 Mar 2000.Associated Press.  “Inmate pleads innocent…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  11 Apr 2000.Associated Press.  “Ex-fugitive’s plea…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  10 May 2000.Staff Writer.  “Bond reduction denied…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  12 May 2000.Gaines, Joe.  “Ex-guard pleads…”  St. Joseph News-Press.  03 Oct 2000.Faubion, Scott.  “Former guard pleads…”  The Cameron Citizen Observer.  05 Oct 2000.Grossman, Wendy.  “Love on the run.”  The Pitch.  16 Mar 2000.

3 Apr 202534min

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman gives you the recent details regarding the Execution of Jessie Hoffman via Nitrogen Hypoxia  Timestamps 01:39 On Again Off Again On Again28:44 Justice Served for Molly Elliott32:02 Execution Protocol 37:17 AG Liz Murrill and Governor Jeff Landry Statements

27 Mars 202540min

This episode examines Larry Roy, the Cheneyville Slasher, and the 1993 attack on the Richard family. Timestamps04:00 The Horrific Crime Unfolds08:25 The Investigation Begins13:15 The Manhunt for Larry Roy16:44 Trial and Defense Tactics18:34 The Death Sentence19:30 The Death Warrant Issued23:55 Delays and Controversies25:20 Nitrogen Hypoxia

20 Mars 202539min

The “Executions Commence” series continues! Death warrants have been signed for several inmates in the State of Louisiana and in this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman breaks down the crimes and conviction of Christopher Sepulvado.Timestamps03:37 The Troubling Past of Sepulvado06:19 The Abuse Escalates09:25 The Tragic Death of Alan Mercer12:46 Aftermath of the Tragedy17:28 Trials and Tribulations18:36 Yvonne's Sentencing and Reflections20:09 Appeals and Delays30:18 Changes in Execution Methods33:38 The Unexpected End of Sepulvado

13 Mars 202536min

Death warrants have been signed for several inmates in the State of Louisiana and in this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman breaks down the crimes and conviction of Jessie Hoffman who has a scheduled execution date of March 18th, 2025.Timestamps01:39 The Executions Commence03:28 The Tragic Discovery of Molly Elliott10:47 Jessie Hoffman's Arrest16:59 The Trial Begins17:30 Appeals and Legal Maneuvering20:43 New Execution Methods in Louisiana23:20 Hoffman's Last Attempt to Evade Execution27:44 The Controversy of Nitrogen Hypoxia30:44 Justice

6 Mars 202533min