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historicNEPAcrimes

Scranton Pennsylvania"s Police Department was established in 1856. Over the years, this blue-collar town has had its share of notorious crimes and criminals. We"ll take a look at some of the more interesting stories.

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00:14:47

Where is Joanne Williams?

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2025/12/07

December 7, 1978. Scranton, PA.22-year-old Joanne Williams kissed her parents goodbye, hopped into her red Datsun, and vanished into the night.Her car was found abandoned across town. Purse inside. Glasses inside. No Joanne—ever again. 47 years later, no body, no answers, no closure.Where is Joanne Williams? 🖤 #Unsolved #TrueCrime #ScrantonMystery

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00:14:13

Murder on the 708! A 1911 Train Robbery in Scranton!

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2025/11/16

A routine train run into Scranton in 1911 turned into one of the region’s most shocking crimes when 18-year-old express messenger William “Bill” Bishie murdered courier Irvan Borger during the four minutes between Taylor and Scranton. What followed was a gripping saga: a swift confession, a death sentence, a community divided, multiple appeals, prison drama, a daring escape, seven years on the run, and a surprising capture. Decades later, Bishie walked free—living an unassuming life far from the

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00:17:35

Who was William Wright? The Story Behind the Freach &...

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2025/11/01

November 1, 1973, two South Scranton boys were reported missing – Paul “PJ” Freach (13) and Edmond “Buddy” Keen (12). Their bodies were found just days later.The hunt for the killer terrified Scranton and the surrounding area.This is the story of William Wright.

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00:15:11

Shot in the Dark – The 1875 Murder of Archibald Anderson

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2025/09/29

A deadly 1875 encounter leaves one man dead and the shooter haunted, sparking a gun control debate 150 years ago.

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00:16:34

Red Light Mary: A Life of Crime and Addiction

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2025/08/12

Scranton's Tenderloin District was alive and well in the early 1900s, and Mary Gregory was one of its more well-known characters. Get to know Mary and how she struggled with addiction and tragedy throughout her life.

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00:27:20

Discussing the 8th Regiment PA Volunteer Infantry

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2025/05/01

Following the trail of my Great Great Grandfather, Robert Harrison Cook, through his first tour with the 8th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry has brought the raw energy of the Civil War’s opening chapter to life. From the bustling muster at Camp Curtin to the gritty marches through Chambersburg, Williamsport, and Martinsburg, Robert and his Scranton Union Volunteers faced the mud, the drills, and the looming threat of Rebel forces with grit and determination. Their 90-day sprint, though short, helped

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00:14:11

Scranton Counterfeit Ring Busted

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2025/04/28

In 1915, a quiet farmhouse in Chinchilla, PA, hid a dangerous secret: a Black Hand counterfeiting ring cranking out thousands of fake half-dollar coins. Led by Scranton detective John Cartusciello, a daring raid took them down before a bloodbath could erupt. Guns, dynamite, and old-world mob ties — it’s a forgotten slice of American crime history. Listen now to True Crime NEPA on Spotify! 🔥🎧 #TrueCrime #HistoryPodcast #BlackHand #SpotifyPodcasts

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00:14:27

The Violent Life and Unsolved Murder of Marco Pasco

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2025/04/25

This episode is a discussion of Marco Pasco's life and violent death in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in 1928. It details his immigration from Italy, his marriage, and the turbulent events leading up to his murder, including several arrests and violent encounters with others in the community. The source describes the investigation into Pasco's death, noting the police's suspicion of organized crime and highlighting the lack of resolution in the case. Ultimately, Marco Pasco's murder

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00:26:49

Dominick Delfino & The Great Escape

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2025/04/25

This episode chronicles the case of Dominick Delfino, an Italian immigrant accused of murdering Dometrio Morabito in Archbald, Pennsylvania, in 1916. Despite his initial conviction and death sentence, Delfino maintains his innocence and asserts the killing was in self-defense against a member of the Black Hand Society. The discussion outlines his dramatic escape from jail, his life as a fugitive using various aliases in Canada and the United States, and his eventual recapture seven years later

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00:04:59

FBI Citizens Academy

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2023/04/10

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2023/04/10/fbi-citizens-academy/--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:12:51

Counterfeit Ring Busted in Chinchilla

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2023/01/30

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2023/01/30/counterfeit-ring-busted-in-chinchilla/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:15:13

From Sabato to Sallurday

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2023/01/27

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2020/07/12/from-sabato-to-sallurday/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:25:44

Who was William Wright?

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2023/01/27

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2021/03/24/who-was-william-wright/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:07:04

Bills Mafia represents at Bills Fest 2021

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2023/01/27

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2021/04/11/bills-mafia-represents-at-bills-fest-2021/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:16:30

One Week. Three Bowl Games!

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2023/01/26

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2023/01/05/one-week-three-bowl-games/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:07:53

Wandering in a Parade!

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2023/01/26

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2022/12/23/wandering-in-a-parade/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:04:21

The Who – Remembering the “Stampede”

historicNEPAcrimes ·

2022/12/15

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2020/12/03/the-who-remembering-the-stampede/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:31:14

The Black Hand Society of Bull’s Head

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2022/12/15

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2021/05/09/the-black-hand-society-of-bulls-head/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:12:53

Happy Valley Hospitality!

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2022/12/15

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2022/11/03/happy-valley-hospitality/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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00:15:32

Gangland-Style Killing in Old Forge Leaves 3 Dead

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2022/10/19

A "gangland-style" triple murder in Old Forge, PA in 1934 remains unsolved to this day. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2022/10/19/gangland-style-killing-in-old-forge-leaves-3-dead/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bill-sallurday/support

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