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Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide

What drives people to hurt the ones they love? Every week on Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, we’ll go on a journey, together, through true crime relationship stories that were doomed bonds from the start.You won"t be alone. I, Ky Charles, will be on the emotional journey with you; retelling stories of crimes of passion — reacting with raw honesty, passionate rants, and unfiltered frustration when justice isn’t served.From love-triangles to fatal attractions, we"ll uncover the twisted side

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13:57

Midweek Mini | Indiana Mother Starved Baby Described...

Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide ·

2025/03/19

In this episode of Love and Murder, I tell you a case out of Evansville, Indiana, that will leave you shaking your head. A two-month-old baby was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, weighing only six pounds—far below what he should have been. Doctors were horrified by what they saw, comparing his condition to something out of a nightmare. But here’s the thing—his mother, Cristen Donat, didn’t seem concerned at all.How does a baby end up in this condition? What really happened inside that

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38:43

The Black Swan Murder Trial | Love, Abuse, and a...

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2025/03/17

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you the controversial Black Swan trial of Ashley Benefield, a former ballerina whose whirlwind romance with Doug Benefield spiraled into a deadly custody battle. On September 27, 2020, a 911 call revealed the aftermath of a shooting that left Doug dead and Ashley claiming self-defense.As Ky goes through the complex layers of this case, listeners will ponder the question: was Ashley a battered woman defending herself,

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13:21

Florida Man Friday | Former DCF Worker Arrested for...

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2025/03/14

In this Florida Man Friday episode, Ky tells you the case of Diane Natasha Mack, a former child welfare worker whose actions led to the tragic death of her adopted daughter, Selena. The narrative begins with a seemingly routine 911 call: a mother reporting her unresponsive child. However, what unfolds next is a shocking revelation of abuse and neglect that raises serious questions about the child welfare system. When first responders arrived, they found a malnourished 13-year-old child covered in

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13:50

Man Murders Girlfriend and Unborn Child, Calls...

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2025/03/12

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the case of Joshua Dotson, a self-proclaimed "Michael Myers" serial killer. On June 12, 2020, 19-year-old Jamesha Covson was shot multiple times, resulting in her death along with her unborn child. Ky retells the details of the murder, including Joshua's violent history and the shocking motive behind his actions.As the investigation unfolds, it turns out that Jamrsha was not Joshua's first victim! Then,

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26:50

Texts, a Murder-for-Hire Scheme, and a case with "One...

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2025/03/10

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the alleged murder-for-hire case of Lindsay Shiver and Robert Shiver. On July 16, 2023, a 911 call from Lindsay reported her husband's aggressive behavior, setting off a chain of events that would lead to a shocking discovery in the Bahamas.As Ky unpacks the details of this case, LaMs learn about Lindsay's affair with bartender Terrence Bethel and their alleged plan that unfolded when Robert hired a private

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16:13

Florida Man Friday | 17-Year-Old Son Kills Both...

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2025/03/07

In this true crime Florida Man Friday update of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you the update of the shocking case of Collin Griffith. After a tumultuous series of events that began with the shooting of his father in 2023, Colin's story takes a dark turn as he is accused of stabbing his mother, Catherine Griffith.Ky recounts the details of Collin's life, including allegations of parental alienation, mental health struggles, and a history of violence. What does this update

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6:39

EMERGENCY EPISODE | Father Charged with Sexual...

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2025/03/06

In this EMERGENCY episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky addresses a deeply disturbing case that demands immediate attention.On December 13, 2024, in Raleigh, North Carolina, a mother discovered that her five-year-old daughter had been the victim of unspeakable abuse at the hands of her father, 25-year-old Jhensen Luis Cruz Arroyo.After noticing her daughter’s discomfort and seeking medical help, the horrifying truth emerged: the child tested positive for both herpes and

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27:14

Midweek Mini | Babysitter Pretends Baby is Alive and...

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2025/03/05

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the tragic case of baby Benson, a two-month-old who met a horrific fate at the hands of his babysitter, Marissa Tietsort. On October 18, 2018, a frantic call from a laundromat in Wausau, Wisconsin, revealed a mother desperately attempting CPR on her lifeless son. How did this happen? The true story was far more horrifying than anyone could have imagined.Ky recounts the details of how Marissa, with a history

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44:01

Bizarre Case of the Disappearance and Murder of AJ...

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2025/03/03

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky a very sad case of Angelica "A.J." Hadsell, an 18-year-old college student who vanished during her spring break in 2015.What began as a frantic search for the freshman turned into one of the weirdest cases we've come across.With shocking twists, including stepfather, Wesley Hadsell's bizarre claims of conducting his own investigation, Ky explores the evidence that ultimately led to an arrest and conviction for first-degree

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14:59

Florida Man Friday | 14-Year-Old Dies in Tub as...

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2025/02/28

In this Florida Man Friday episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the case of Kelsey Glover, a mother whose actions led to the horrific death of her 14-year-old daughter, Giselle. Occurring in Poinciana, Florida, the episode unfolds with a chaotic scene: Kelsey, armed with a hammer, chasing her roommate while upstairs, Giselle lies lifeless in a bathtub.Ky goes into the disturbing details of the case, leading to a slow and agonizing death of her daughter. Despite

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12:26

Midweek Mini | Woman Stabs Boyfriend to Death, Claims...

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2025/02/26

In today's true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the murder of Dale Bond, a kind-hearted father from Oxfordshire, UK. On March 13, 2024, police responded to a 911 call at Dale's home, only to find him bleeding from multiple stab wounds. Despite paramedics' efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving behind two devastated children.His girlfriend, Bailey Heywood, said she's the one who did this but claimed self-defense. The evidence didn't match

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28:37

Bathtub Girls Murders, How Two Sisters Built a Case...

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2025/02/24

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the case of the Andersen sisters, Sandra and Elizabeth, who orchestrated the murder of their mother, Linda Andersen. What initially appeared to be a tragic accident quickly turned into a meticulously plotted murder.In January 2003, the sisters called 911 to report their mother drowned in the bathtub, but as the investigation unfolded, it became clear that their story was far from the truth. With the help of

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24:52

Mid-week Mini | Indiana Father Attacks Wife with Tire...

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2025/02/19

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, goes into the case of Eliasard Moneus and the tragic murder of his three-month-old son, Jacob. What began as an ordinary day in Lafayette, Indiana, quickly spiraled into a nightmare when Eliasard violently attacked Jacob's mother, snatching the infant from her arms and leaving her for dead. Ky tells you about the details of the attack, the search for baby Jacob, and the shocking discovery of Eliasard's depravity.With insights into

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21:32

Wisconsin Father Faked His Death to Abandon Wife and...

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2025/02/17

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, host Ky tells you about the bizarre case of Ryan Borgwardt, a 35-year-old father from Wisconsin who disappeared during a solo kayaking trip. Initially presumed drowned after his kayak was found capsized, the investigation took a shocking turn when authorities uncovered evidence suggesting Ryan had orchestrated his own disappearance.As Ky unravels the details, listeners learn about Ryan's suspicious financial activities, including a

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15:29

Florida Man Friday | Man's Ex-Girlfriend Burns His...

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2025/02/14

In this Florida Man Friday episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, hosts AI Jane, AI Jensen, and AI Jessica share the heartbreaking story of the Clark brothers—10-year-old Marcus, 8-year-old Keani, and 4-year-old Kemmeren—who were murdered in a house fire in Arcadia, Florida. The fire, set intentionally by Marian Yvette Williams, the ex-girlfriend of their grandfather, reveals a connection to domestic abuse and the consequences that such violence can have on innocent lives.Join the hosts

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20:33

Mid-week Mini | Missing Mother, Blood Evidence Links...

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2025/02/12

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, AI Jane takes you through the case of Ashley LaShay Elkins, a 30-year-old mother of two who mysteriously vanished from Warren, Michigan, on January 2, 2025. What began as a missing persons investigation quickly spiraled into a murder case as authorities turned their attention to her ex-boyfriend, DeAndre Booker, whose unsettling behavior and suspicious actions raise red flags.As AI Jane recounts the timeline of events leading up to

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19:44

Body Found Stuffed in Fridge in Forest, Boyfriend...

Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide ·

2025/02/10

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, hosts AI Jensen and Jessica take you into the case of Laura Hughes, whose body was discovered in an abandoned refrigerator in Belle Plaine State Forest, New Jersey. The discovery on December 22, 2024, sets the stage for a complex investigation that unravels a web of suspects and motives, crossing international borders along the way.As the hosts recount the shocking details, including the suspicious circumstances surrounding Laura's

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16:10

Florida Man Friday | Teen Murders Girlfriend's Father...

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2025/02/07

In this Florida Man Friday episode of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, Ky tells you about the shocking case of Lawan Jones Jr., a young man who turned betrayal into tragedy. On August 19, 2024, a confrontation escalated into violence when Keith Poole, a father who had taken Lawan in after his parents' death, confronted him about inappropriate social media posts. In a moment of rage, Lawan shot Keith multiple times, leaving a family shattered and a community in disbelief.As Ky recounts the

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12:38

Mid-week Mini | Virginia Man Strangles His...

Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide ·

2025/02/05

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, Ky tells you the heartbreaking case of Nathaniel Edmonds, a father who murdered his one-year-old son to death. On September 18, 2024, the police in Front Royal, Virginia, responded to a 911 call from the child's mother, who found her son unresponsive upon returning home from work. With his father missing, the investigation quickly escalated, leading to Nathaniel's arrest seven miles away.As Ky recounts the disturbing details, we

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36:48

A Woman Murders Her Parents and Lives with the Bodies...

Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide ·

2025/02/03

In this true crime story of Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide, Ky tells you about the case of Virginia McCullough, a woman who murdered her parents and then lived with their bodies for four years. Virginia had a history of deceit and manipulation, pretending to lead a normal life while relying entirely on her elderly parents for support.As Ky tells you the disturbing details, we learn how Virginia meticulously planned her parents' murders and, after, how she worked to hide the homicide. Join

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