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Hot On The Case

Hot on the Case with Breanna Heim is a true crime podcast that shines a light on unsolved mysteries and the fight for justice. Hosted by Breanna, each episode takes you on a gripping journey through mysterious disappearances, unsolved murders, and overlooked crimes. Whether it"s diving into cold cases, highlighting the work of families fighting for answers, or exploring new developments, Breanna is always "Hot on the Case" working to ensure these stories are never forgotten. Tune in every week for a

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00:51:24

The Bizarre Death Of Joshua Maddux 'The Boy In The...

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2026/01/02

In the first episode of 2026, Hot On The Case investigates the bizarre disappearance & death of Joshua Maddux, a case that has left online sleuths baffled for over a decade. Found inside a chimney under circumstances that were officially ruled accidental, the details of Joshua’s death are anything but simple. Strange inconsistencies, suspicious clues, & the possibility of a connection to a serial killer still at large.

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00:33:33

When a Mother Does The Unthinkable.. Twice

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2025/12/27

In this week’s investigation, Hot On The Case deep dives into the case of Paula Sims. The mother who committed unthinkable crimes because she wanted only sons.Thank you to everyone for all the support this year!

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00:36:34

The Night 'Santa' Committed a Christmas Massacre

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2025/12/19

In this week’s investigation Hot On The Case goes back to Christmas Eve 2008. The night a man dressed as Santa Claus carried out a brutal attack at a holiday gathering in Covina, California, turning a night of celebration into unimaginable horror. This is the Covina Christmas Eve Massacre.

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00:52:25

Serial Killer Let Victims Go & HUNTED Them For SPORT

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2025/12/12

In this episode of Hot On The Case we travel to the most northern of United States, the chilly frontier of Alaska, where we uncover the disturbing crimes of serial killer Robert Hansen, a quiet family man and local baker whose unassuming life masked a horrifying secret. For more than a decade Hansen preyed on vulnerable young women in Anchorage, luring them with promises of money or safety before kidnapping them and flying them deep into the Alaskan wilderness. There, he unleashed a terrifying and

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00:47:48

The Predator Teacher Called ‘Too Pretty for Prison’ -...

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2025/12/05

In this week’s investigation, Hot On The Case dives into the infamous case of Debra Lafave.A name that once dominated headlines and the media circuit, her story has sparked outrage and controversy for decades. This episode unpacks how a married middle school teacher became entangled in an illegal relationship with an 8th grade student & how the phrase “too pretty for prison” became forever tied to her case.We break down the legal twists, the public reaction, and the unsettling double standards

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01:03:08

Full Story Behind 'The Carman Family Deaths'...

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2025/11/28

In this week's episode of Hot On The Case, we dive into why 'The Carman Family Deaths' is one of the most chilling and tangled cases in recent true crime history. What begins as a tragic family mystery quickly unravels into a story filled with suspicious behavior, inheritance drama, and unanswered questions. In this episode we'll do a deep dive on the case, discuss the recent popular documentary covering it, and touch on all the details the doc missed.

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00:40:48

The Disturbing Murders & Secrets Behind The REAL...

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2025/11/21

In this week's investigation Hot on the Case travels back to the 1970s in the quiet village of Amityville New York. After six members of a family were killed inside their home questions began to emerge about the forces that led to this massacre being committed. When another family moved in a year later and reported a bizarre haunting many people came to believe this was the most haunted house in America…But is it really haunted or could it possibly all be a hoax? In this episode we explore the

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00:36:49

The Most Famous Missing Person On The Internet

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2025/11/14

In this week's episode, we go overseas, where in the summer of 2014 a man mysteriously vanished after exhibiting a bizarre change in behavior while on vacation. Captured on CCTV footage, this remains one of the most talked about missing persons cases on the internet.If you have any information about the disappearance of Lars Mittank please contact either of the following: Investigative Agency +49 151 61378673 (tel:+4915161378673), Germany Police 110 (tel:110) or email findet_lars@web.de

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00:48:47

Teen Throws Baby In Dumpster ON CAMERA

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2025/11/07

Welcome back to Hot On The Case, in this week’s investigation we dive into the shocking case of Alexis Avila, the New Mexico teen caught on camera throwing her newborn into a dumpster. The baby was found hours later by chance when people heard faint cries coming from a trash bag and rushed him to safety. The case sparked national outrage and renewed conversations about safe haven laws, teen pregnancy, and how moments of desperation can lead to unthinkable choices.Thank you so much for watching

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00:35:18

This Pig Farmer's Secret SHOCKED Investigators

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2025/11/01

Pig farmer Susan Monica lived a quiet life on a remote property in a small town in rural Oregon. What investigators eventually uncovered there shocked even the most seasoned professionals. The horrors found on her pig farm raised unsettling questions about what can happen far from the public eye. After hearing this story, will you ever look at pigs the same again or trust the meat you eat?Thank you so much for watching Hot On The Case!

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00:40:14

Halloween Was CANCELED After Brutal Double Murder

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2025/10/24

"The Devil in Bellaire"Nathan Brooks was a shy, quiet, and religious teenager who never caused trouble until the fall of 1995. His shocking crimes shattered the innocence of his small town, turning neighbors against each other and leaving kids afraid of their own friends. The mayor even canceled Halloween, and to this day, many in Bellaire believe something supernatural drove the once gentle boy to become a sinister killerThank you so much for watching this week's episode of Hot On The

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00:46:47

‘MR CRUEL’ Kidnapped Little Girls & Got Away With It

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2025/10/17

Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code HEIM at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/heimThis week’s investigation takes Hot On The Case to Australia, where one of the country’s most chilling and methodical predators once prowled the suburbs of Melbourne. Known only as “Mr. Cruel,” this faceless figure struck with precision and patience—breaking into homes, abducting young girls, and vanishing without a trace. He was careful, calculated, and terrifyingly

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00:32:59

The Sinister Halloween Massacre Of The Liske Family

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2025/10/10

In this week’s investigation Hot On The Case is going back to Halloween 2010. Across town, families were hanging decorations, carving pumpkins, and filling bowls with candy, ready to welcome eager trick-or-treaters. It was supposed to be a night of fun and laughter, the kind of night filled with costumes, flashing porch lights, and the smell of autumn in the air. But inside one quiet home, there were no tricks and there were no treats. Instead, a family had been brutally massacred in their sleep

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00:37:32

The "Killer Vampire" Who Turned His Victims Into...

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2025/10/03

Go to https://surfshark.com/heim or use code HEIM at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!In this weeks episode of Hot On The Case we investigate the Dracula Killer, the Vampire of Sacramento. Richard Chase was one of the most disturbing figures in true crime history, leaving a trail of fear across California in the late nineteen seventies. Known for his obsession with blood and the gruesome nature of his crimes, Chase’s life was marked by severe mental illness, paranoia, and a descent

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00:48:49

Teen Girl Killed In This Homemade Scary Movie

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2025/09/26

In this week’s investigation on Hot On The Case, we’re looking into the chilling murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart, a case that has since been tied to the infamous “Scream Killers.” In a quiet Idaho town, two disturbed teenage boys found each other in high school, bonding over their obsession with horror movies. Fueled by a dangerous fantasy, they decided to create their own “real life scary movie,” with one horrifying twist…. their 16 year old friend Cassie would become the victim.What began as an

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00:50:19

They Found 4 Teen's Bodies In This Yogurt Shop

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2025/09/19

On December 6, 1991, a horrific crime shocked Austin, Texas. Four teenage girls were found murdered inside a local yogurt shop, their lives cut short in a brutal attack that left the city reeling.Despite multiple arrests and decades of investigation, the Yogurt Shop Murders remain unsolved. False confessions, botched investigations and countless dead ends have left families searching for justice and a community haunted by unanswered questions. In this week’s episode of Hot On The Case, we’re diving

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00:43:54

This Is Why BTK Is One Of The Most TERRIFYING Serial...

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2025/09/12

On this week’s episode of Hot On The Case, we’re diving into the chilling story of Dennis Rader, the man who called himself BTK. For over three decades, he tormented Wichita, Kansas, taunting investigators with cryptic letters and playing a sinister game of cat and mouse with the police. His ability to disappear between murders left authorities and the public on edge, wondering when and where he would strike again.What made Rader even more terrifying was his double life. To neighbors, he was a

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00:31:14

The REAL Serial Killer Behind Dexter Morgan

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2025/09/05

This week on Hot on the Case we investigate the story of Pedro Rodrigues Filho, better known as Pedrinho Matador. He is considered the most prolific vigilante serial killer of all time and one of the most prolific serial killers in history. His crimes would go on to inspire one of the most loved fictional serial killers on television, Dexter Morgan. But was he truly serving justice, or did he ultimately become the very monster he set out to destroy?This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give

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01:02:07

Two Mysterious Deaths, One Mansion, 48 Hours Apart

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2025/08/29

This week on Hot On The Case we dive into one of the most haunting and controversial stories out of Coronado California. In July 2011 Rebecca Zahau and six year old Max Shacknai both died under mysterious circumstances in the same mansion just days apart. What followed was a storm of shocking details conflicting reports and endless debate about what really happened inside the Spreckels Mansion.Thank you so much for watching, let me know all of your thoughts & opinions on this case!

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00:24:16

This Mother Got REVENGE On Her Daughter's Killer

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2025/08/22

This week on Hot On The Case, we investigate the case of Anna and Marianne Bachmeier.In 1981, Marianne made headlines around the world when she, in a packed courtroom killed the man who murdered her 7 year old daughter. The public first praised her, then condemned her. Was she a grieving mother seeking justice.... or a vigilante who crossed the line?We’ll also look at the case of Gary Plauché, the father who shot his son’s abuser on live television.Do you think vigilante justice is ever

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