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Hidden Killers Podcast

Hidden Killers Live! is your daily true crime podcast delivering two hours of nonstop coverage every weekday. Hosted by Tony Brueski & Robin Dreeke this show dives into the most compelling stories in the true crime world — from murder trials and cold cases to criminal psychology, investigations, and the dark motives behind real-life crimes. Each episode brings a mix of breaking crime news, courtroom analysis, and raw conversation that takes you beyond the headlines. Whether it’s exploring how

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12:32

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Uncovers...

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2024/06/17

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has released its internal affairs report on Yvonne “Missy” Woods, a former forensic scientist whose work has been pivotal in thousands of criminal cases over nearly three decades. The report reveals significant misconduct, raising concerns about the reliability of her testing and prompting a comprehensive review of her casework. Key Findings Anomalies in Woods’ work were first detected in September 2023 during a management-initiated research project. This

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20:42

Trial of Karen Read: DNA Evidence and Cell Phone Data...

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2024/06/17

The trial of Karen Read, a Mansfield woman accused of murdering her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O’Keefe, continued with intense scrutiny of DNA evidence and cell phone data. Read, 44, faces second-degree murder charges for allegedly striking O’Keefe with her SUV while intoxicated. DNA Evidence Analysis The courtroom heard from multiple forensic experts regarding DNA analysis. Andre Porto, a forensic scientist at the Massachusetts State Police Crime Lab, performed DNA testing on several

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13:55

New Evidence Revealed in Madeline Soto's Murder Case:...

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2024/06/14

Hundreds of pages of investigative documents and reports into the disappearance and murder of 13-year-old Madeline Soto have unveiled the extensive evidence police have gathered against her accused killer, Stephan Sterns.Madeline Soto was reported missing on February 26, just a day after celebrating her birthday. According to her mother, Jennifer Soto, Sterns, who was her boyfriend at the time, had taken Madeline to school that morning. However, Madeline never made it to school, and her body was

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29:16

Intense Cross-Examination and New Testimonies in...

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2024/06/14

The trial of Karen Read, accused of the second-degree murder of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, continued today with pivotal testimonies from key figures in the investigation. The courtroom saw dramatic moments as defense attorney Alan Jackson scrutinized the integrity of the investigative process led by Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor and State Police Detective Lt. Brian Tully. Testimony resumed with Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor taking the stand. Proctor

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14:55

British Nurse Lucy Letby Faces New Trial for Alleged...

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2024/06/13

Lucy Letby, the British neonatal nurse previously found guilty of murdering seven infants and attempting to murder six others, is back in court facing charges of attempted murder involving a baby girl known as Child K.Lucy Letby, 34, who was convicted last year of multiple counts of infant murder and attempted murder at the Countess of Chester Hospital, is on trial again for the alleged attempted murder of another infant, identified only as Child K. The incident reportedly took place in February

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13:41

Oregon Man Sentenced to Two Years for Drugging...

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2024/06/13

Michael Meyden, a 57-year-old resident of Lake Oswego, was sentenced to two years in prison for drugging his daughter and her friends with fruit smoothies laced with sleeping medication. Meyden's actions during a sleepover last summer have shocked the community and led to widespread condemnation. The incident occurred last summer when Meyden organized a sleepover for his 12-year-old daughter and her three friends. According to Meyden, the children did not go to bed by 11 p.m. as he had hoped,

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12:10

State Attorney to Seek Death Penalty in Madeline Soto...

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2024/06/12

The Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney's Office announced plans to seek the death penalty in the first-degree murder case against Stephan Sterns, accused of killing 13-year-old Madeline Soto. The decision comes after a thorough investigation and consideration of several aggravating factors.In April, Sterns was charged with first-degree murder following the disappearance and death of Madeline Soto in late February. Sterns, 37, is the boyfriend of Madeline's mother and has been the prime suspect

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24:41

Karen Read Trial: Michael Proctor Takes the...

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2024/06/12

Testimony in the Karen Read trial, a Mansfield woman charged with the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, continued with revealing cross-examination of Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor and a contentious hearing about defense witnesses. At 9:10 a.m., the day began with a contentious hearing where Norfolk County prosecutor Laura McLaughlin accused the defense team of delaying witness information. McLaughlin stated the defense's late synopsis was intended to

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13:03

Jake Porter Slams Sean "Diddy" Combs Over Violent...

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2024/06/11

Jake Porter, the father of the late Kim Porter, has publicly condemned Sean "Diddy" Combs after footage surfaced showing the music mogul attacking Casandra "Cassie" Ventura. The video, which captures a 2016 altercation where Combs is seen grabbing, shoving, and kicking Cassie, has sparked outrage and led to serious repercussions for the 54-year-old star.“You can say I was disgusted with the video, and I wouldn’t treat my enemy like that,” Jake Porter, 78, told Rolling Stone on Friday, June 7. "It

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14:29

Burlington Vermont Police Face Backlash for Mock...

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2024/06/11

The Burlington Police Department is facing severe criticism for staging a controversial mock shooting demonstration that left students at Burlington High School terrified and scrambling for cover. The event, held on Wednesday as part of the school's Year End Studies (YES) program, was intended to illustrate the "unreliability of witness statements," but the lack of advance warning caused panic among the students.The demonstration involved three police personnel simulating a robbery scenario using

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10:37

Sherri Papini Claims to be Writing Books and Building...

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2024/06/10

Sherri Papini, who gained notoriety for faking her own kidnapping in 2016, has recently told her daughter that she is an author currently writing two books. This revelation was made during a supervised visitation with her children, as documented by a monitor. The supervised visitation report from January 17, 2024, was reviewed by PEOPLE and included in the ongoing divorce proceedings between Sherri and her estranged husband, Keith Papini. During the visitation, Sherri was asked about her current

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22:18

Trial Continues for Karen Read, Accused of Murdering...

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2024/06/10

The murder trial of Karen Read, a 44-year-old woman from Mansfield, Massachusetts, entered its latest phase Thursday as Massachusetts State Police Sgt. Yuri Bukhenick returned to the stand to testify about key evidence and surveillance footage. Read stands accused of second-degree murder and other charges after allegedly hitting her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, with her black SUV during a snowstorm on January 29, 2022. The incident occurred outside a home at 34 Fairview Road in Canton following a night

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12:57

Disturbing New Details Emerge in Gilgo Beach Serial...

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2024/06/07

In a significant development in the Gilgo Beach serial killings case, suspect Rex Heuermann was charged Thursday with the murders of two additional women, Jessica Taylor and Sandra Costilla. This brings the total number of his alleged killings to six. The charges, announced by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney, extend the timeline of Heuermann’s alleged criminal activities, with the first murder now dated back to 1993. According to court documents, Heuermann was charged with the 2003

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23:12

Massachusetts State Police Detective Details Key...

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2024/06/07

In the latest development in the Karen Read murder trial, Massachusetts State Police Sergeant Yuriy Bukhenik took the stand to present crucial evidence to the jury. Read, 44, from Mansfield, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges. Sergeant Bukhenik, who supervised the investigation, brought O’Keefe’s shirt, belt, and other clothing items to show the jury. Bukhenik, who worked alongside Trooper Michael Proctor,

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16:47

Cell Phone Data Challenges Emerge in Kohberger Murder...

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2024/06/06

A pretrial hearing in the case against Bryan Kohberger, the graduate student accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students, has brought to light significant challenges related to cell phone data collection and recordkeeping. Cellphone analyst Sy Ray, expected to testify as an expert witness at trial, expressed concerns about the accuracy and organization of evidence provided by law enforcement. A pretrial hearing in the case against Bryan Kohberger, the graduate student accused of

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10:37

Sean “Diddy” Combs Sells Majority Stake in Revolt...

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2024/06/06

Revolt, the media company co-founded by Sean “Diddy” Combs, has undergone a seismic shift in ownership. Combs, facing multiple sexual assault allegations, recently sold his majority stake in the company. The reins now pass to Revolt’s own employees, marking a rare and transformative structure in the media landscape.In a statement released yesterday, Revolt CEO Detavio Samuels confirmed the transition: “One hundred percent of Sean Combs’ shares have been redeemed and retired. He is no longer

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9:31

Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Suspect Facing Fifth Murder...

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2024/06/05

In a recent development in the Long Island Gilgo Beach serial killer case, 59-year-old suspect Rex Heuermann is expected to be indicted on a fifth murder charge this Thursday, according to multiple news reports.Heuermann was previously charged with the murders of Melissa Barthelemy, Amber Costello, Megan Waterman, and Maureen Brainard-Barnes, whose remains were found at Gilgo Beach in December 2010. Although the identity of the fifth alleged victim has not been released, the case highlights the

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16:22

Key Testimony in Karen Read Trial Analysts Examine...

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2024/06/05

Prosecutors in the Karen Read trial presented key testimony from crime scene analysts on Monday, focusing on the SUV allegedly driven by Read when she backed into her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, and left him to die in a snowbank. The analysts described in detail the damage to Read's vehicle and the scene where O'Keefe's body was found. Maureen Hartnett, a crime lab analyst, examined Read's SUV a few days after O'Keefe's death. She observed a dent in the trunk door, scratches on

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18:33

Chad Daybell Sentenced to Death for Murders of Wife...

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2024/06/04

Chad Daybell was sentenced to death on Saturday after a jury recommended the penalty for his convictions of first-degree murder and conspiracy in the deaths of his first wife, Tammy Daybell, and two of his second wife’s children, 16-year-old Tylee Ryan and 7-year-old Joshua “JJ” Vallow. The case, driven by elements of power, sex, money, and apocalyptic spiritual beliefs, has captivated national attention.Judge Steven Boyce formally imposed the death sentence after the jury's lengthy deliberations

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7:42

Canadian Serial Killer Robert Pickton Dies After...

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2024/06/04

Robert Pickton, one of Canada's most notorious serial killers, has died following an assault in prison, authorities announced on Friday. Pickton, 74, was attacked on May 19 at the Port-Cartier Institution in Quebec and succumbed to his injuries in the hospital. The Correctional Service of Canada confirmed Pickton's death in a statement, noting, “We are mindful that this offender’s case has had a devastating impact on communities in British Columbia and across the country, including Indigenous

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