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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 1H 2M

Stacey Wondra - Preliminary Hearing Closers and Verdict

from True Crime Squad · host Kristi Brower

At Stacey Wondra’s preliminary hearing, prosecutors played lengthy police interview footage in which Wondra described Michael Vaughan being taken to the Wondra home, restrained with duct tape, placed in a duffel bag, and later transported to another location, while defense attorneys argued those statements were inconsistent and not a true confession. Michael’s parents also testified emotionally about the day he disappeared, while detectives explained cadaver dog alerts, surveillance evidence, and why investigators believe Michael was first buried in the Wondra backyard before being moved. By the end of the three-day hearing, the judge found probable cause to move the case forward, meaning Wondra will now stand trial on murder, kidnapping, and evidence-destruction charges.Join our squad! Kristi and Katie share true crime stories and give you actionable things you can do to help, all with a wicked sense of humor.Follow our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeSquadFollow our True Crime Trials Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCrimeSquadTrialsWant to Support our work and get perks like extra content and The Watch Party? www.truecrimesquad.com*Social Media Links*Facebook: www.facebook.com/truecrimesquadFacebook Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/215774426330767Website: https://www.truecrimesquad.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truecrimesquadBlueSky- https://bsky.app/profile/truecrimesquad.bsky.social True Crime Squad on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5gIPqBHJLftbXdRgs1Bqm1

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