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True Crime Cat Lawyer

Lawyer by day, crazy cat lady by night. A true crime podcast hosted by a lawyer and her mustache bow-tie kitty focused on cases from the Pacific Northwest.

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12:30

Kassandra Cantrell

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/07/07

For today’s episode, we head to Washington state to tell you the tragic case of Kassandra Cantrell. Connect With Us!Audio Editing/Mastering Provided by: Jonathan Mejia-Naveda (Email: jontheeditor96@gmail.com)___________________________Sources:Pierce County man pleads guilty to killing pregnant ex-girlfriend in 2020Wash. Man Sentenced for Murdering Ex Because She Was PregnantKassanndra Cantrell murder: "48 Hours" obtains never-before-seen footage of the mysterious killer known as the "Hat

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12:10

Kala Williams & Heather Higgins

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/06/30

When I started researching today’s case, I thought I was going to cover it as part of our solved cold cases episode. But as I dug into the case, it became something bigger.This episode covers the murder of Kala Williams and the disappearance of Heather Higgins from Spokane, Washington. Connect With Us!Audio Editing/Mastering Provided by: Jonathan Mejia-Naveda (Email: jontheeditor96@gmail.com)______________Sources:https://apnews.com/article/b003f64241224265b701858112c3bbaaThe deaths of two Spokane

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14:24

Annastasia Hester

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/06/23

Today's episode takes us to Gresham, Oregon where we discuss the tragic and senseless murder of a loving mother. This is the case of Annastasia Hester.Sponsor: The Black Umbrellahttps://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer-----------------------------------Sources:Idaho woman accused of killing her husband's ex-wifeEx-husband arrested as co-conspirator in murder of Gresham womanWho Killed Annie Hester? 'Dateline' Has DetailsWoman gets life in prison for stabbing to death husband's former wifeAnnastasia

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40:32

Manuel Ellis

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/06/16

I can’t breathe. Those words have been heard around the world after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota."I can’t breathe" has become a rallying cry for African Americans across the country. I want to be perfectly clear from the outset: it doesn’t matter whether someone has a criminal record or not; no one deserves to be deprived of the ability to breathe, in the street, with such callous disregard for human life. Black Lives Matter.But before George Floyd, in fact, just 3 months

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18:37

Solved Cold Cases in the PNW

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/06/09

For today's episode, we're covering three previously cold cases in the Pacific Northwest that were recently been solved, mostly through DNA evidence/technology. This episode covers the cases of Sarah Yarborough, Jennifer Brinkman, and Stacy & Jacob Dewey. https://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer__________________________________Sources:Man found guilty in 1991 cold-case murder of 16-year-old Sarah YarboroughPatrick Leon Nicholas found guilty of killing 16-year-old Sarah Yarborough in 1991 |

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18:19

MMIWG of PNW

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/06/02

This episode covers 6 cases of MMIWG in the Pacific Northwest including Lisa Briseno, Roxanne Fleming, Rosenda Strong, Rosalita Longee, Leona Kinsey, and Ada Brown. *TIP INFORMATION*1) Lisa Briseno: Contact 503-823-04462) Roxanne Fleming: Contact BC Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-45673) Rosenda Strong: Contact Yakama Nation Tribal Police at 509-865-2933 or the FBI at 509-990-0857 and reference case no. 18-0108034) Rosalita Longee: Contact Yakima Tribal Police

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27:07

Sky Metawala & Oakley Carlson

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/05/26

May 25th was National Missing Children's Day. It's hard to imagine anything more scary for a parent than having their child go missing. But what if it's the parents who are responsible for the child's disappearance?Join us for this episode where we discuss the disappearances of Sky Metawala and Oakley Carlson. **TIP INFORMATION**Oakley Carlson: Contact Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Office at 360-533-8765 or 360-964-1729 or email sodetectives@co.grays-harbor.wa.us.Sky Metawala: Contact Bellevue Police

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16:49

Bonus: Flight 21

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/05/16

**This case was originally a Patreon requested release.**Flight 21 remains the largest unsolved mass murder in British Columbia's history.https://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer

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25:01

The Saints of Bountiful B.C.

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/04/21

For the final episode of season 2, we head to British Columbia for our first cult (the Saints of Bountiful) aka the Canadian version of Warren Jeffs. Stay tuned for season 3 coming 5/26!Sponsor: Aloha Ellie-----------------------------Sources:Warren Jeffs And Life In The Fundamentalist Mormon Church Called FLDS'It needs to be stopped': Bountiful, B.C., leader's ex-wife welcomes polygamy rulingB.C. polygamists Winston Blackmore and James Oler sentenced to house arrest‘The cults won,’ anti-polygamist

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31:58

Aaron Campbell

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/04/14

TW: MENTAL HEALTH/SUICIDE & POLICE BRUTALITYToday's episode covers two hot button topics: mental health and excessive police force. We head to Portland, Oregon to discuss the killing of Aaron Campbell by officer Ronald Frashour. We also examine the Department of Justice investigation into the Portland Police bureau's use of force against the mentally ill. This episode is dedicated to Aaron Campbell, his mother Marva, his kids, and the rest of the Campbell family. Sponsors: BEPD Shop - use code

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23:37

Ian Simmers

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/04/07

Today's episode covers the wrongful conviction of Ian Simmers. We also discuss the Reid technique and its controversial application to juvenile interrogations. Sponsor: Help You Find.Me - use promo code WINSTON10 to save 10% on your order!-----------------Sources:Judge won’t dismiss lawsuit from WA man imprisoned for 23 years in murder he didn’t commitWashington state man exonerated of murder files lawsuitIan Simmers - National Registry of ExonerationsExonerated after 23 years in prison, man sues

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23:11

Amanda Todd

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/03/31

TW: Cyberbullying, Sexual Exploitation, and SuicideToday’s episode takes us to British Columbia. At the center of our story is Amanda Todd. Amanda started using an online video chat to meet new people over the internet. She was flattered by the compliments she received. Unfortunately, Amanda also encountered a relentless stranger who wouldn’t take “no” for an answer. Sponsor: Spooky Babe Stickers - Use discount code WINNIE20Connect with Us!------------------------Cyberbullying can be against the

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20:39

Karissa & Billy Fretwell

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/03/24

This episode was originally a Patreon mini episode back in January 2022. At that time, there wasn't a lot of information about the case. But since then, Michael Wolfe pled guilty to the murders of Karissa & Billy Fretwell. So we re-recorded the episode and included as much information as we could possibly find about Karissa and her son Billy. Sponsor: Everything Doggo (Use code WINSTON15 to get 15% off your order!)------------------------------**Sources**Karissa Fretwell murder: Michael Wolfe

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35:22

Bonus: Gary Gene Grant

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/03/13

While you wait for the 2nd half of Season 2 to drop, here's a bonus episode from our Patreon collection! Stay tuned: part 2 of Season 2 drops 3/24!Source: Seattle's Forgotten Serial Killer----------- MERCHINSTAGRAMTWITTERWEBSITEFACEBOOKhttps://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer

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26:49

Susi Larsen

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/02/24

TW: RAPE/SEXUAL ASSAULTToday's episode covers the rape and murder of Susi Larsen. This case was solved and prosecuted in 1998 but in 2015, the defendant (Billy Oatney, Jr.) was granted a new trial. Tune in now to hear why Oatney was granted a new trial and to find out how the 2nd trial (which just concluded on 2/7/23) turned out.

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01:14:49

Green River Killer (Gary Ridgway)

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/02/18

This is a re-recorded Patreon episode about one of the deadliest serial killers in the history of Washington State: Gary Ridgway (aka the Green River Killer). Like our episode on Robert Pickton, the primary focus of this episode is the victims, two of whom remain unidentified. Please share the composite sketch on your social media pages so we can help Bones 17's family find their daughter. Composite SketchSponsor: Spooky Babe Stickers (use code WINNIE20 for a discount and freebie!) |

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25:44

Wendi Traynor

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/02/10

TW: DOMESTIC VIOLENCEToday's case takes us to Milton, Washington to discuss the tragic murder of Wendi Traynor at the hands of her estranged partner, Josh Ellis. This episode is dedicated to Wendi Traynor and her family. Domestic Violence Hotline-------------------------*Sources*Murder conviction overturned due to use of racist stereotypeNews TribuneKomo NewsWA Court OpinionEx-BF Charged in Death of Milton WomanIf you suspect domestic violence say somethingNews ObserverBail set at $1

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32:48

Barry Washington Jr.

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/02/03

Barry Washington, Jr. was just 22 years old when he was shot and killed during a bar fight. Although his killer would argue that race had nothing to do with the shooting, the racial slurs his killer used shortly before shooting him, the characterization of Barry as a "big, angry Black man," and the fact that Barry was an unarmed Black man all speak to the contrary. This case highlights the racist undertones of Oregon and the modern lynchings of Black men - killed simply because of the color of their

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38:47

Ronda Reynolds

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/01/27

TW: Mentions of suicide and miscarriageThis episode covers the mysterious death of Ronda Reynolds: did she take her own life or was she the victim of a homicide?**Sources**RCW 36.24.020: Inquests—Jury—Venue—Payment of costsWhy Modern Medical Examiners Don't Hold Inquests48 Hours: Coroner's inquest in 1998 death of Ronda Reynolds - CBS NewsFormer trooper Ronda Reynolds death ruled homicideHusband in notorious Lewis County murder case to leave job as school principalHusband of slain ex-trooper wants

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56:13

Pod Swap with Coffee & Cases: Angela Hammond

True Crime Cat Lawyer ·

2023/01/20

This is a special episode brought to you by our friends Allison and Maggie over at Coffee & Cases Podcast! Earlier this week, they featured one of our episodes on their feed and today, we're doing the same. Be sure to check out their podcast and tell them Winston sent you! -------------------20-year-old Angie Hammond dialed her fiancé from the pay phone in Clinton, Missouri to tell him she was headed home to get some rest; it was when her phone call abruptly ended with a chilling scream that

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