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Crimelines® True Crime

Crimelines True Crime

Crimelines walks you through true crime events, pairing captivating tales with clear storytelling. Host Charlie brings in appropriate historic and cultural context to look beyond what happened and consider why it happened. Crimelines is a registered trademark of Crimelines LLC

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36:39

CPO John Keith Bemis

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/12/23

In August of 2012, Tony and Sue Bemis received the news no parent wants to hear. Their son, Chief Petty Officer John Keith Bemis had died by suicide. As they struggled to make sense of their loss, things didn’t add up. Seven years later, they still have questions about what exactly did happen to their son. The National Suicide Prevention hotline number: 1-800-273-8255 https://www.glaad.org/resourcelist For more info on the case (warning: graphic images): cpojohnkeithbemis.com To sign the petition:

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01:00:30

Judy Smith

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/12/15

In 1997, Judy Smith accompanied her husband to Philadelphia for a business conference. While out sightseeing, Judy vanished. Months later, her body was found hundreds of miles away in clothes her husband didn’t recognize. The mystery is not just who killed Judy Smith, but how did she get to the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you have any information on the murder of Judy Smith, please call the Buncombe County Crime Stoppers at (828) 255-5050 Researched, written, and hosted by Charlie Worroll Music by

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58:09

Alistair Wilson

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/12/09

In 2004, Veronica Wilson answered her front door on a Sunday evening. The man asked for her husband Alistair. The man’s demeanor didn’t strike her as odd, and he didn’t seem to be a threat. But within 10 minutes, Alistair would lie on the doorstep dying and, 15 years later, no one has been arrested. If you know anything about the murder of Alistair Wilson, you can email a dedicated address operationsorn@scotland.pnn.police.uk. Or you can call Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. To buy To Catch a Killer

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42:24

Carol Blades

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/12/02

In December 1969, Carol Blades left her home to go to the laundromat in Nixa, Missouri. She never returned. The local sheriff insisted she ran off with another man, but her husband and parents wouldn't accept that answer. As the 50 year anniversary approaches without justice, many wonder if the sheriff's snap judgment closed the case before it was ever properly investigated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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01:00:17

Jamie Fraley

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/11/25

On April 8, 2008, 22-year-old Jamie Fraley told a friend over the phone she was waiting for a ride to the hospital. Suffering from a stomach bug, Jamie was worried she wasn’t getting any better. Jamie ended the call with “he’s here.” This was the last time Jamie was heard from. If you have any information about the disappearance of Jamie Fraley, please call the Gaston County Police Department 704-866-3320 Podcast recommendation: Today in True Crime Sponsors: brooklinen.com for Black Friday and Cyber

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01:23:25

Alton Coleman and Debra Brown

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/11/17

In 1984, Alton Coleman and Debra Brown went on a crime spree that left many injured and dead. In their trials and appeals, the same question kept being asked. Is an abusive childhood enough of a mitigating factor to keep Coleman and Brown out of the death chamber. Tickets to the live show available starting Dec 16 at panicfilmfest.com Research by Haley Gray Edited by Gray Multimedia Music by Scott Buckley Cover Art by Lars Hacking Thank you to our sponsor: Away! For $20 off a suitcase, visit

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49:28

Rosa Delgado and Rosita Camacho

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/11/10

In October 1997, a woman named Rosa Delgado went to the corner store with her 4-year-old daughter, Rosita Camacho. When the pair never made it home from the store, Rosa’s sister called the police. Twenty-two-years later, we are still asking happened to Rosa and Rosita? Some people think they know the answer, and it points back to corruption within the police force. If you have any information, call the Hartford Police Department 860-527-6300 or 1-800-THE-LOST Sponsors: fabfitfun.com Code: CRIMELINES

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01:15:19

Yara Gambirasio

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/10/27

Thirteen-year-old Yara Gambirasio left her gymnastics center in northern Italy in November 2010 and vanished. Three months later, her body was found in a field. When DNA was found on her underclothes, investigators launched a massive sweep for DNA samples. But would it be enough to find Yara's killer? Support our sponsors! Listen to Bad Batch: Wondery.fm/BadBatchCrimelines Native: get 20% off your first purchase nativedeodorant.com Promo Code CRIMELINES Thrive Causemetics:

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48:51

Kamisha Block

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/10/21

In 2007, Kamisha Block was one of nearly 900 US soldiers killed in Iraq. But Kamisha was not killed in combat. Her family was told Kamisha’s death was an accident; she was a casualty of friendly fire. But Kamisha’s death was much darker than that and has forced us to ask: could it have been prevented? Sponsors: For a free month of Himalaya Plus, go to himalaya.com/crimelines and enter promo code CHARLIE Listen to CRIME BEAT with Nancy Hixt wherever you find great podcasts! Editing by Gray Multimedia

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45:19

Sylena and Allyson Dalton

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/10/14

In July 1998, infant Allyson Dalton was kidnapped from her home after her mother, Sylena Dalton, was brutally murdered. In spite of a suspect rising to the top of the list early on, the killer of Sylena has never been arrested. And the whereabouts of Allyson remain unknown. If you have any information on the case, contact the Virginia State Police at 540-829-7766 Thank you to Chris Borba for speaking with me. To donate to the Charley Project: paypal administrator@charleyproject.org Editing by Gray

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01:10:49

Brown's Chicken Massacre (Part 2 of 2)

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/10/06

On January 8. 1993, the owners of a Brown’s Chicken restaurant in Palatine, Illinois and five of their employees were gunned down shortly after close. Though DNA and palm prints were left at the scene, the case grew cold. Then, nearly nine years after the massacre, two women came forward to point the finger at two men. Both men confessed but now claim they’re innocent. This is part two of a two-part series. Please go back and listen to part 1. Research by Haley GrayMusic by Scott BuckleyEditing by

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56:11

Brown's Chicken Massacre (part 1 of 2)

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/09/30

On January 8. 1993, the owners of a Brown’s Chicken restaurant in Palatine, Illinois and five of their employees were gunned down shortly after close. Though DNA and palm prints were left at the scene, the case grew cold. Then, nearly nine years after the massacre, two women came forward to point the finger at two men. Both men confessed but now claim they’re innocent. Link to profiles of the victims: http://prev.dailyherald.com/special/brownschicken/index.asp Thank you to today's sponsors: Check

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59:25

Denise Amber Lee

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/09/22

In January 2008, 21-year-old Denise Amber Lee was abducted from her home. After a critical 911 call is mishandled, police lost their best chance to save Denise. But her family is determined to make sure that never happens to anyone else. To learn more, visit deniseamberlee.org This week's sponsor is bombas.com/crimelines for 20% off Research assistance by Suzanne St. John Written and hosted by Charlie Worroll Music by Scott Buckley Cover art by Lars Hacking of the Rusty Hinges podcast Learn more

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01:13:09

Mark Fisher // John Giuca (updated)

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/09/15

Over a holiday weekend in October 2003, 19-year-old college student Mark Fisher took his first trip to New York City unchaperoned. While there, he met up with a friend and went back to the home of John Giuca with her. Shortly before sunrise the next morning, Mark was gunned down on a Brooklyn street he had never been to before. Two men were convicted of his murder and one says he’s innocent. Today's sponsor: 10% off at Brooklinen.com promo code CRIMELINES truecrimepodcastfestival.com for early-bird

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01:27:18

Savanna Greywind (MMIW)

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/09/01

On Saturday, August 19, 2017, Savanna Greywind was doing light chores while waiting for lunch delivery. A neighbor asked the very pregnant Savanna for help with a project. Savanna agreed. She was about to become the victim of fetal abduction, a rare crime that is, sadly, on the rise. Sponsor: www.fabfitfun.com and use code CRIMELINES for $10 off your first box #fabfitfunpartner Written and hosted by Charlie WorrollResearch by Haley GrayEditing by Chaes Gray MusicMusic by Scott BuckleyCover art by

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01:03:15

Tina Fontaine (MMIW)

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/08/26

On August 17, 2014, the body of 15-year-old Tina Fontaine was pulled from the Red River in Manitoba, Canada. But this was only the final tragedy in Tina’s life. This is Tina's story. Today's Sponsors: Bombas socks--bombas.com/crimelines for 20% Invisible Choir podcast, available in all podcast apps Researched by Jess Written and hosted by Charlie Worroll Music by Scott Buckley Cover art by Lars Hacking of Rusty Hinges podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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01:21:43

Stacey Stites // Rodney Reed

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/08/18

In April of 1996, 19-year-old Stacey Stites was murdered. A year-long investigation led to the arrest and conviction of a man who has been trying to prove his innocence ever since. Currently, he is racing against an execution date set for this November. Is he wrongfully convicted as the Innocence Project claims or is he guilty of Stacey’s murder like the state of Texas says? To learn more about Rodney Reed’s innocence claims:https://www.facebook.com/RodneyReed999271/https://justice4rodneyreed.org/

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37:53

Joshua Maddux

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/08/11

Interested in getting premium Crimelines content but not sure it's worth it? Here's a sample episode so you can try it before you buy it! To support the show on Himalaya Plus (and get that merch box): either find Crimelines in the Himalaya app or go to himalaya.com/crimelines To support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/crimelines Thank you so much! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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01:15:32

Abraham Shakespeare Part 2

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/08/04

In November 2006, a man named Abraham Shakespeare hit the jackpot in the Florida lotto. His good-heart led him to give and loan away a large amount of his winnings in short order. When a woman named Dee Dee Moore convinced him to sign his assets over to her to protect them from vultures, things went from bad to worse. Thank you to today's sponsors! Hello Fresh: $80 off your first month at hellofresh.com/crimeslines80 and enter crimelines80 Himalaya Plus: himalaya.com/crimelines Patreon:

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01:02:19

Abraham Shakespeare Part 1

Crimelines® True Crime ·

2019/07/29

Quick note: the first 5 minutes of this episode is a correction and update on the Jack Family episode. Feel free to skip ahead if you skipped that episode. In November 2006, a man named Abraham Shakespeare hit the jackpot in the Florida lotto. His good-heart led him to give and loan away a large amount of his winnings in short order. When a woman named Dee Dee Moore convinced him to sign his assets over to her to protect them from vultures, things went from bad to worse. Research by Haley Gray Music

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