EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 9 MIN
THE NIGHTMARE KILLER: Did He Murder His Twin Sister While Asleep?
from Midnight Evidence · host Jessy Lucas
A terrified 17-year-old calls 911 before dawn with a chilling confession:"I just killed my sister."But what happened next would leave detectives, sleep experts, prosecutors, and jurors divided for years.Benjamin Elliott claimed he wasn't awake when he stabbed his twin sister, Meghan. He insisted it felt like a dream. Investigators found no obvious motive, no history of violence, and no signs of conflict between the siblings. Yet Meghan was dead, and Benjamin was the only person who could explain why.Could a teenager really commit a brutal killing while sleepwalking?Or was this one of the most unbelievable murder defenses ever presented in court?In this episode, Jessy Lucas takes you deep inside the shocking 911 call, the crime scene, the controversial sleepwalking defense, the emotional courtroom battle, and the verdict that continues to spark debate today.What really happened inside that house before sunrise?And can a nightmare become a murder weapon?Listen until the end and decide for yourself.Thank you for listening to Midnight Evidence. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts. You can find us on Spreaker and your favorite podcast platforms. Until next time, stay curious, stay informed, and remember, every case leaves a trail.This episode includes AI-generated content.
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A terrified 17-year-old calls 911 before dawn with a chilling confession:"I just killed my sister."But what happened next would leave detectives, sleep experts, prosecutors, and jurors divided for years.Benjamin Elliott claimed he wasn't awake when he stabbed his twin sister, Meghan. He insisted it felt like a dream. Investigators found no obvious motive, no history of violence, and no signs of conflict between the siblings. Yet Meghan was dead, and Benjamin was the only person who could explain why.Could a teenager really commit a brutal killing while sleepwalking?Or was this one of the most unbelievable murder defenses ever presented in court?In this episode, Jessy Lucas takes you deep inside the shocking 911 call, the crime scene, the controversial sleepwalking defense, the emotional courtroom battle, and the verdict that continues to spark debate today.What really happened inside that house before sunrise?And can a nightmare become a murder weapon?Listen until the end and decide for yourself.Thank you for listening to Midnight Evidence. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts. You can find us on Spreaker and your favorite podcast platforms. Until next time, stay curious, stay informed, and remember, every case leaves a trail.This episode includes AI-generated content.
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