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Buried

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"Buried" is a gripping true crime podcast that delves deep into mysterious cold cases, unsolved murders, and forgotten disappearances. Each episode uncovers dark secrets and untangles complex investigations, bringing you chilling stories from across the globe. Prepare to be captivated by suspenseful storytelling and in-depth analysis of the most perplexing cases buried in history. Disclosure: The content of this podcast is researched and created by real people. To deliver the episodes, we use Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology for narration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

  1. 227. The Disappearance of Nana Sakuma: A Night Encounter in Chiba (1991)

    This episode recounts the 1991 disappearance of 13-year-old Nana Sakuma in Chiba, Japan. After a late-night trip with friends, a man confronted the girls and led Nana away. Police searches, a suspect sketch, and scattered sightings followed, but the case remained unsolved. Hosted on Acast. See...

  2. 226. The Lin Family Murders in Sydney: the key evidence and Robert Xie’s conviction

    This episode covers the 2009 Sydney killings of five members of the Lin family. Police focus on the lack of forced entry, key access, surveillance, and forensic findings, including DNA evidence and attempts to mislead investigators. The case ends with Robert Xie’s arrest and life sentences.…

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  3. 224. The Case That Redefined Life Imprisonment in Singapore

    The episode recounts the 1994 robbery and death of Japanese tourist Isae Fujii in Singapore and how Abdul Nasir was unexpectedly identified. After a later prison hostage crisis, he received life imprisonment. His appeal prompted courts to redefine “life imprisonment” as incarceration until…

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  4. 223. The Unsolved Sherman Double Murder Mystery

    In 2017, billionaires Barry and Honey Sherman were found dead in their Toronto mansion, posed in statue-like positions beside their indoor pool. Suicide was ruled out, shifting suspicion to family, business rivals, and enemies. Surveillance footage revealed a mysterious man, but the case remains...

  5. 222. The Africa Kennel Serial Murders in Saitama

    The episode recounts Japan’s Africa Kennel case. Pet shop owner Gen Sekine defrauded clients and murdered four people in 1993. Victims were poisoned, dismembered, and burned. Investigations exposed his wife’s and assistant’s involvement. Sekine and Hiroko Kazama were sentenced to death, while the...

  6. 221. The Disappearance of Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie’s Tragic Confession

    The podcast recounts the 2021 disappearance of American influencer Gabby Petito. Her fiancé Brian Laundrie returned alone to Florida, raising suspicion. Gabby was found strangled in Wyoming. Brian later disappeared and died by suicide, leaving a written confession. The case sparked nationwide...

  7. 220. The Unsolved Disappearance of the Kinebuchi Couple

    In 2001, Kiyoshi and Ikuko Kinebuchi vanished in Chiba, Japan. Large blood traces in their home suggested murder. A man posing as a police officer deceived them, withdrew money from their account, and fled in their car. No bodies were found, and the case remains an enduring mystery. Hosted on...

  8. 218. The Disappearance of Ji Mengqi and the Murder Conviction

    The episode recounts the disappearance of Ji Mengqi in the United States. Suspicion gradually focused on her husband, Joe Elledge, due to inconsistent statements and violent recordings. After her remains were discovered, plant DNA evidence linked him to the burial site. He was convicted of...

  9. 217. The Unsolved Murder of Jeong So-un in South Korea

    In 2001, 18-year-old Jeong So-un vanished from her part-time job and was later found dead at a construction site, her hands severed. Police suspected a worker but lacked decisive evidence. Years later, a TV program identified Kim Mok-ju as a suspect, yet legal disputes halted progress, leaving…

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  10. 216. The Closet Murder in Suzhou and a Web of Lies

    In 2017, a tenant in Suzhou noticed a foul odor that led to the discovery of former tenant Fang Mou’s decomposed body hidden in a closet. Police matched fingerprints to her boyfriend Wang. A heated argument and revelation of her secret marriage triggered the murder. Wang received a suspended…

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  11. 215. The Bloody Secret of Villa 55

    The 1970 murder in Villa 55 on Seaview Road in Singapore shocked the nation. Reiko Watanabe was killed in her bathroom by her husband’s mistress Mimi Huang and the woman’s ex-husband. Jealousy, social humiliation and ambition fueled the premeditated attack, witnessed by the couple’s nine-year-old...

  12. 214. The Kuala Lumpur Refrigerator Murder

    In 2007, dismembered remains were discovered in a refrigerator inside an auctioned apartment in Kuala Lumpur. The former owner, Nora, surrendered and gave conflicting confessions about killing her husband, Wu Yucheng. Evidence suggested domestic abuse, yet missing weapons, unclear timelines, and...

  13. 213. The Disappearance and Murder of Xu Xiaofang

    In 2004, 18-year-old Xu Xiaofang vanished after meeting her boyfriend. Her family paid ransom, but she was already murdered and buried by the married Kou Tianfu. He escaped custody, hid in Indonesia for years, was later arrested for another crime, and in 2015 received a death sentence. Hosted on...

  14. 211. The Chainsaw Murder Case in South Korea

    In 2014, Mr. Cho disappeared and was later found dismembered in a suitcase. Go Mi-suk, who met him through a dating site, confessed to killing him at a motel. Surveillance footage showed she used a chainsaw to dispose of the body. She was sentenced to thirty years in prison. Hosted on Acast. See...

  15. 210. The Rainy Night Butcher of Hong Kong – A City Gripped by Fear

    In 1982, Hong Kong was terrorized by Lin Guoyun, who murdered and dismembered four women on rainy nights. The gruesome crimes came to light through photographs, leading to his arrest and life sentence. The case remains one of Hong Kong's most horrifying criminal sagas. Hosted on Acast. See...

  16. 208. The Mystery of Ötzi – Life, Death, and the Curse

    Discovered in 1991, Ötzi the Iceman lived over 5,000 years ago in the Alps. His tools, tattoos, and copper axe revealed a complex ancient culture. A string of eerie deaths among researchers sparked the legend of Ötzi’s curse. The enigma still captivates scientists worldwide. Hosted on Acast. See...

  17. 207. From Online Meeting to Triple Murder in South Korea

    A failed online meeting escalated into stalking and obsession, ending in 2021 with the murder of Jeong Da‑young, her mother, and sister in Seoul. The perpetrator had a history of harassment. The shocking case sparked nationwide outrage, over 250,000 petition signatures, and renewed debate about...

  18. 206. The Mysterious Disappearance of Dorothy Scott and the Deadly Caller

    After helping a colleague to the hospital, Dorothy Scott vanished. She had been harassed by an anonymous caller who kept phoning even after her disappearance. Her remains were later found, confirming murder. Despite chilling clues, her killer was never caught. Hosted on Acast. See…

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  19. 205. The Ghost House on Yunhe Road and the Mystery of the Missing Number

    A journalism student investigates a ghost house on Yunhe Road in Chongqing. A young woman’s suicide reveals a hidden 1927 grave beneath the house and a series of red-clad residents. The missing house number and the true role of these silent guardians remain an unresolved local mystery. Hosted on...

  20. 204. Fatal Affair: The Liu Hongmei Murder Case in Singapore

    In 2005, the dismembered body of Liu Hongmei was found in Singapore. Her lover, Leong Siew Chor, confessed to the murder. Forensic evidence and investigation revealed a calculated crime. Leong was convicted and sentenced to death by hanging, ending a tragic affair. Hosted on Acast. See...

  21. 203. The Case of Debanhi Escobar – A Tragedy That Sparked a Movement

    In 2022, 18-year-old law student Debanhi Escobar disappeared and was later found dead in a hotel’s water tank. Suspicion fell on a driver, but official mishandling outraged the public. Her case ignited widespread protests in Mexico demanding justice and protection for women. Hosted on Acast. See...

  22. 200. The Eight Immortals Restaurant Mystery: The Zheng Family Murders

    In 1985, Macau was shaken by the suspected murder of the Zheng family by restaurateur Huang Zhiheng. Body parts were found on a beach, sparking rumors of human flesh in char siu buns. Huang committed suicide in prison before trial, leaving the case unsolved and steeped in urban legend. Hosted on...

  23. 197. The Memorial Tablet of a Lonely Soul – A Chilling Urban Legend from Hong Kong

    This podcast episode explores a haunting urban legend from Hong Kong. After viewing a mysterious photo, Zhang and his sister face eerie experiences. Paranormal investigator Tao Fu dies mysteriously after researching the memorial tablet, cementing its place among Hong Kong’s top five urban…

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  24. 196. The Tokyo Train Joker Attack: A Halloween Nightmare

    In 2021, a man dressed as the Joker attacked passengers on a Tokyo train, injuring many and setting a fire. The attack exposed serious safety flaws and was traced to the attacker’s traumatic past. Inspired by a similar incident, the event deeply unsettled Japanese society. Hosted on Acast. See...

  25. 195. The Idaho Student Murders: From Locked-Room Mystery to Arrest

    In November 2022, four University of Idaho students were fatally stabbed in a locked house. Initially a mystery, the case broke when DNA from a knife sheath led to Bryan Kohberger, a criminology student. He was arrested six weeks later. The motive remains uncertain; trial is ongoing. Hosted on...

  26. 194. Korea’s Black Widow: The Chilling Crimes of Eom In-suk

    Eom In-suk, once seen as a kind and educated woman, was a calculating killer who injured and murdered spouses and relatives for insurance money. Her crimes included poisoning, burning, and blinding victims. After years of deception and violence, she was caught and sentenced to life, shocking…

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  27. 193. Campus of Shadows: From Ghost Story to Grisly Truth

    This podcast episode recounts a chilling tale from a Chinese university campus. A ghostly feeling leads to the revelation of two separate murders—one of a beloved teacher, the other of a hopeful student. What begins as urban legend ends in the horrifying truth behind the old campus hospital.…

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  28. 192. Hong Kong’s Haunted Apartment and the Murder of Li Yalai

    In 1975, a woman named Li Yalai was murdered by her close friend Huang Kuntai over a housing dispute. Her body was hidden beneath concrete, triggering haunting legends in the building. Strange events continued for years, fueling belief that her restless spirit never found peace. Hosted on Acast....

  29. 191. The Mysterious Disappearance of Ren Tiesheng on Mount Tietuo

    In 2008, retired teacher Ren Tiesheng vanished during a hike near Beijing. Despite extensive searches and clues, including a handwritten note, he was never found. Fourteen years later, his fate remains unknown, making it one of China’s most chilling unsolved mountaineering disappearances. Hosted…

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  30. 190. Deadly Cult Leader in Japan: The Sachiko Eto Case

    In 1995, Japanese cult leader Sachiko Eto orchestrated the ritualistic killings of six followers under the guise of spiritual cleansing. Her manipulation and cruelty shocked the nation. One survivor was her daughter, saved by her mother. Eto was executed in 2012 after a death sentence. Hosted on...

  31. 189. Secret Filming Scandal at Singapore’s Top University

    In 2019, top student Joel was exposed for secretly filming women in showers at the National University of Singapore. His actions stemmed from past trauma and a deceptive “exorcism” ritual. The case shocked the campus, led to legal consequences, and ruined his once-promising future. Hosted on…

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  32. 187. The Rowlett Murders: The Case of Darlie Routier

    In June 1996, two children were brutally murdered in Rowlett, Texas. Mother Darlie Routier claimed an intruder attack, but forensic evidence indicated a staged crime. She was sentenced to death. The case remains controversial—was it mental breakdown or calculated murder? The truth continues to...

  33. 186. Kuman Thong – Between Belief, Rituals, and Dark Realities

    This podcast episode explores the Thai belief in Kuman Thong spirit dolls said to grant wishes. A chilling case in China and the downfall of Guo Meimei reveal how these spiritual practices can lead to manipulation, illegal trade, and dangerous obsession with supernatural shortcuts. Hosted on…

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  34. 185. Thailand’s Ted Bundy – The Mansion Murders Unveiled

    Warinthorn’s 2019 disappearance led to a shocking discovery: millionaire Apichai Ongwisit had murdered her and hidden her body in a steel box underwater. As police investigated further, they uncovered bones of multiple women, exposing a possible serial killer who had operated unnoticed for years....

  35. 184. The Mysterious Hospital Case of Gloria Ramirez

    In 1994, Gloria Ramirez died under strange circumstances in a California hospital. Many staff members fell ill without a clear toxic source. Theories ranged from chemical exposure to mass hysteria. Despite extensive investigations and speculation, no conclusive explanation was ever confirmed for...

  36. 183. The Brighton Trunk Murders

    In 1934, a torso was found in a suitcase at Brighton station—identity unknown. A second victim led to Tony Mancini's arrest and later confession in 1976. Though Violette Kaye’s murder was solved, the first victim remains unidentified, possibly killed in a botched illegal abortion. Brighton's...

  37. 182. The Haunted Bus of Ting Kau: A Tragedy and Paranormal Mystery

    A deadly bus crash in Hong Kong’s Ting Kau village in 2003 led to ghost sightings and eerie sounds. Police investigations revealed no clear answers. Spiritual rituals later restored peace, but the memory of the 21 lost lives and the mysterious events still lingers in the village. Hosted on Acast....

  38. 181. Mysterious Disappearance and Haunting Truths from Taiwan

    Wu Ruiyun vanished in 1988, with eerie child testimonies and occult encounters hinting at foul play. Her husband was suspected, but no proof emerged. Four years later, she reappeared unharmed, revealing a secret life and new family. A gripping tale of lies, fear, and the elusive nature of truth....

  39. 180. Tracey Harris Murder Mystery: Truth Unearthed After 25 Years

    In 1990, Tracey Harris vanished and was found murdered, with her ex-husband Carl long suspected. Decades later, daughter Carolyn’s demand for justice revealed the real killer: Jeffrey, a family friend. His confession ended years of silence and cleared an innocent man, offering long-delayed…

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  40. 179. The Mystery of the Bennington Triangle

    Between 1945 and 1951, Vermont’s Bennington Triangle saw a series of unexplained disappearances, including children and adults. Most victims were never found, except one body. The eerie events sparked theories ranging from alternate dimensions to cryptids, leaving a chilling legacy and unanswered...

  41. 178. The Flor Contemplacion Case: Murder, Justice, and a Diplomatic Storm

    A domestic worker’s double murder in Singapore ignited a political storm with the Philippines. Although Flor Contemplacion’s guilt was proven, she was hailed as a martyr. The case symbolized migrant workers’ struggles, sparked national protests, strained bilateral ties, and inspired award-winning...

  42. 177. Midnight on Rugu Mountain: A Ghost Story Rooted in Murder and Betrayal

    In this chilling podcast episode, a young couple encounters a ghostly presence on a mountain. The story unfolds into a past murder driven by forbidden love and jealousy. Blending the supernatural with true crime, it reminds us: some mistakes leave scars that haunt both memory and reality. Hosted…

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  43. 176. Ghost Feet: The Unsolved Mystery of Canada’s Coastline

    Since 2007, numerous human feet encased in sneakers have washed ashore in Canada and the U.S. Despite ruling out foul play, authorities never fully solved the case. Theories involving decomposition and shoe buoyancy emerged, but the mystery endures, becoming part of local folklore. Hosted on…

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  44. 175. The Disappearance of America’s Cinderella – A Tale of Love, Betrayal and Mystery

    Michelle Harris vanished amid a turbulent divorce in 2001. Blood evidence pointed to foul play, but repeated trials and shifting testimonies ended in her husband Cal’s acquittal. Later suspicions of another suspect deepened the mystery. Her case remains unresolved, haunting those left behind....

  45. 174. Ten Years Imprisoned Next Door – The Harrowing Case of Fusako Sano

    Nine-year-old Fusako Sano vanished in 1990 and was found a decade later held captive in a neighbor’s house. Nobuyuki Sato subjected her to horrific abuse and isolation. The case shocked Japan, exposing deep flaws in mental health care, law enforcement, and community vigilance. Hosted on Acast.…

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  46. 173. Tragedy Within: Janice and the Family She Betrayed

    In the Philippines, adopted daughter Janice murdered her foster siblings Gwynn and Crizzule in a planned, brutal act fueled by jealousy and emotional trauma. The case shocked the community and destroyed a once-loving family, revealing the dark depths behind a seemingly grateful child. Hosted on...

  47. 172. Buried Alive: The Dark Truth Behind a Spirit Wedding in Henan

    In 2016, a deaf and mute woman was found alive in a coffin intended for a ghost marriage in Henan, China. The case uncovered a criminal ring exploiting disabled women for spirit weddings. Authorities dismantled the network, rescued victims, and prosecuted those involved. Hosted on Acast. See...

  48. 170. Matkalaukusta paljastui murha: Swan-joen veriteko

    Vuonna 2016 Swan-joesta löytyi ruumis matkalaukussa, mikä johti monimutkaiseen tutkintaan kolmen maan välillä. Uhriksi paljastui taiteilija Annabelle Chen, jonka ex-mies Ah Ping Ban murhasi. Tytär Tiffany osallistui peittelyyn. Tuomioiden myötä tragedia sai päätöksensä. Hosted on Acast. See...

  49. 169. Dark Web Murder: The Tragic Case of Rie Isogai

    In 2007, four men in Japan met via a dark web forum and formed a bumbling crime group. After failed attempts, they abducted and killed Rie Isogai for her money—but her PIN was fake. The senseless murder stunned the nation and revealed dark net dangers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

  50. 168. The Mysterious Disappearance of the Sri Lankan Handball Team in Germany

    In 2004, 23 Sri Lankan "handball players" vanished in Germany. They turned out to be migrants escaping hardship rather than athletes. The case sparked terrorism fears but was later revealed as a bid for a better life. Their story inspired the comedy film "Machan". Hosted on Acast. See...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

"Buried" is a gripping true crime podcast that delves deep into mysterious cold cases, unsolved murders, and forgotten disappearances. Each episode uncovers dark secrets and untangles complex investigations, bringing you chilling stories from across the globe. Prepare to be captivated by suspenseful storytelling and in-depth analysis of the most perplexing cases buried in history.

Disclosure: The content of this podcast is researched and created by real people. To deliver the episodes, we use Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology for narration.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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