Buried In The Bluegrass

Calloway County: A Fire to Cover MurderOn November 17, 2015, what appeared to be a tragic house fire in rural Calloway County, Kentucky quickly turned into one of the most disturbing murder cases in western Kentucky history.When firefighters responded to a burning home along KY-121 South near Murray, they discovered the bodies of a young family of four inside. But as investigators dug deeper, it became clear the fire wasn’t the cause of death—it was meant to hide it.In this episode of Buried in the Bluegrass, we break down the brutal killings, the family connection behind the suspect, and how a calculated attempt to destroy evidence ultimately failed.🧾 CASE DETAILSDate: November 17, 2015 Location: KY-121 South, Calloway County, KYVictims:Bulmaro Arellano, 29Marisol Hernandez, 245-year-old son18-month-old daughterKey Findings:Fire was intentionally set to conceal the crimeAdult victims died from gunshot woundsChildren died from smoke inhalationThe 5-year-old also suffered a fatal throat wound🚔 INVESTIGATIONKentucky State Police quickly determined the fire was suspicious and began a homicide investigation.Within days, attention turned to:Pascasio Pacheco (aka Pacheco Arellano)Age 21 at the timeFrom Mayfield, KentuckyNephew of victim Bulmaro ArellanoEvidence included:Visible injuries consistent with a struggleBlood-stained clothingPhysical evidence recovered from a vehiclePacheco was arrested on November 23, 2015.⚖️ LEGAL OUTCOMECharged with:4 counts of murderFirst-degree arsonFirst-degree burglaryTampering with physical evidenceDecember 2018: Entered guilty plea to avoid the death penaltyFebruary 2019: Sentenced to life in prison without paroleThis case was notable as it was considered one of the first potential death penalty prosecutions in Calloway County in nearly 100 years.🎧 IN THIS EPISODEThe timeline of the fire and discoveryHow investigators determined it was stagedThe family connection that changed the caseThe disturbing details revealed during autopsyThe suspect’s mindset and reported assumptionsHow the case was resolved in court🔗 SOURCESWPSD Local 6 – Coverage of the fire and investigationWKMS – Reporting on suspect background and statementsWest Kentucky Star – Court proceedings and sentencingKentucky State Police – Official investigation details⚠️ CONTENT WARNINGThis episode contains discussion of:Violent homicideCrimes involving childrenGraphic investigative detailsListener discretion is advised.🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOWBuried in the Bluegrass is part of Ole Gerg Media, covering real crimes, real cases, and real accountability across Kentucky.

In October 2013, a 19-year-old man was found murdered beneath a trailer in rural Clinton County, Kentucky.Clinton County News http://clintonnews.net/pages/?p=11376Lexington Herald-Leader (via Kentucky.com) https://www.kentucky.com/news/local/crime/article44451009.htmlKentucky State Police — Case reporting and investigation details🎧 About the ShowBuried in the Bluegrass is a true crime podcast focused on real cases from across Kentucky—highlighting local stories, investigations, and the details that don’t always make headlines.Produced by Ole Gerg Media LLC.

🎙️ Episode 4: The Night She VanishedThe Murder of Gabbi Doolin – Allen County, KentuckyOn November 14, 2015, 7-year-old Gabbi Doolin disappeared during a community football game in Scottsville, Kentucky. What began as a normal night for families quickly turned into a nightmare.Within minutes, a search began. Soon after, Gabbi was found behind the bleachers—murdered.The case shocked Allen County and the entire state. But as investigators worked to identify who was responsible, disturbing questions surfaced about missed warning signs and how something like this could happen in a place meant to be safe.In this episode of Buried in the Bluegrass, we break down the timeline, the investigation, and the conviction of the man responsible.🧩 Episode Breakdown⏱️ Timeline of EventsNovember 14, 2015 – Gabby attends a youth football game at Allen County-Scottsville High SchoolShe is last seen near the bleachersReported missing during the eventFound shortly after behind the bleachers🚨 InvestigationKentucky State Police lead the investigationEvidence collected at the scene, including DNACommunity-wide shock and rapid media attention👤 Suspect IdentifiedTimothy Madden identified through DNA evidencePreviously known in the communityArrested within days of the murder⚖️ Trial & ConvictionTrial held in 2018Jury hears forensic and DNA evidenceMadden convicted of:MurderRapeSodomySentenced to life in prison without parole💔 ImpactCase raised concerns about safety at public eventsLasting trauma for the Allen County communityOngoing remembrance of Gabbi Doolin📚 SourcesKentucky State Police case information (public statements & releases)WBKO coverage of arrest and trialWNKY reporting on investigation and convictionLexington Herald-Leader trial coverage and sentencing detailsAssociated Press regional reporting on convictionWDRB coverage of case developmentsCourt records from Allen County Circuit Court (Commonwealth v. Timothy Madden)⚠️ Content WarningThis episode discusses crimes involving a child, including violence and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.

On Memorial Day weekend in 2011, a quiet Florence, Kentucky neighborhood became the site of one of Northern Kentucky’s most disturbing unsolved crimes.William “Bill” Stephenson and his wife Peggy were found murdered inside their condominium on Ridge Edge Court after family members became concerned when the couple failed to appear for church services.But what investigators discovered inside the home raised more questions than answers.After the killings, the person responsible remained inside the residence for hours — moving furniture, manipulating items throughout the house, and staging parts of the scene in ways detectives described as deeply unusual.Despite the brutality and the bizarre crime scene, investigators recovered something crucial: DNA.That genetic profile was entered into the FBI’s CODIS database in 2012 and continues to be searched today.More than a decade later, the case remains unsolved.In this episode of Buried in the Bluegrass, we examine:• The lives of Bill and Peggy Stephenson • The strange and disturbing crime scene investigators encountered • The multi-state investigation that followed • The DNA evidence that detectives believe could solve the case • The involvement of the Vidocq Society and behavioral analysts • And what newly obtained public records reveal about the current status of the investigationThis episode is based on reporting, public records, and documents obtained through the Kentucky Open Records Act.If you have information about this case, contact the Boone County Sheriff’s Office tip line at 859-334-8496.Case InformationVictims: William “Bill” Stephenson (74) Peggy Stephenson (74)Location: Florence, KentuckyDate of Crime: May 29, 2011Status: Unsolved – Assigned to Boone County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case UnitSourcesBoone County Sheriff’s Office Open Records Release – Stephenson Investigation (March 2, 2026)Kentucky State Police Forensic Laboratory ReportWCPO Cincinnati – I-Team reporting on the Stephenson caseNKyTribune reporting on the investigationBoone County Sheriff’s Office press releases and case summariesVidocq Society documentation related to the 2012 case consultationPodcast InformationBuried in the Bluegrass Investigating Kentucky’s cold cases, unsolved crimes, and forgotten stories.Produced by Ole Gerg Media

Sources & Methodology NoteThis episode is based on a comprehensive review of official records and primary-source documentation related to the disappearance of Kevin Lee Jackson.Sources reviewed include, but are not limited to:Frankfort Police Department incident reports and supplementsInitial Missing Persons Report and CAD / call sheetsSearch warrants, affidavits, and seizure returns (served and unserved)Consent-to-search forms and Miranda warning documentationKentucky State Police call logs and recordsFinancial, digital, and social media subpoena returnsDNA submission and confirmation records (NamUs / UNTCHI / CODIS)Family-provided documentation and correspondenceCourt and custody-related records referenced in law enforcement filesJessica Anne YouTube Video https://youtu.be/s7RH_em3JL8?si=sR02SaEvOAlo1bH4Murder Police Podcast https://youtu.be/UuAAPUKl9L4?si=K9OWoi_sJ0zfqshoAll dates, locations, and procedural descriptions are drawn directly from these records unless otherwise stated.Important ClarificationsNo individual has been charged or convicted in connection with this case.Statements attributed to witnesses or third parties are clearly identified as reported, hearsay, or unverified, consistent with how they are labeled in police records.Allegations contained in affidavits or tips are presented for context only and not as established fact.Where records conflict or contain gaps, those discrepancies are noted rather than resolved through speculation.Editorial StandardsThis episode intentionally avoids:Naming uncharged individuals as suspectsRepeating graphic or sensational allegationsInferring motive where none has been establishedTreating rumor as evidenceThe goal is accuracy, transparency, and accountability—not conclusions unsupported by proof.Ongoing CaseKevin Lee Jackson remains missing. Relevant records indicate the case is administratively inactive but not closed. DNA reference samples remain on file for ongoing comparison against unidentified remains.Tip InformationAnyone with firsthand information related to Kevin Lee Jackson’s disappearance is encouraged to contact the appropriate law enforcement agency. This podcast does not collect tips directly.

Buried in the Bluegrass — Episode 1Linda Marie Rutledge: Solved After 27 YearsOn a November morning in 1998, Lexington firefighters responded to what appeared to be a routine business fire. Inside the Nixon Hearing Aid Center, they discovered a woman dead in a hallway.Her name was Linda Marie Rutledge.For nearly three decades, her murder remained unsolved. There were no arrests, no public suspects, and very little information released. But the case was never closed.In this episode of Buried in the Bluegrass, we examine how evidence preserved for 27 years—one shell casing and one DNA profile—eventually connected Linda’s murder to a violent offender in another state. Using modern forensic science, investigators finally identified the person responsible, long after he had died.This episode is not about sensationalism. It’s about patience, persistence, and what “solved” really means when justice comes too late for a courtroom.In This EpisodeThe 1998 fire that led to a homicide investigationHow Linda Rutledge’s case quietly stayed open for decadesThe role of modern ballistics and DNA analysisHow two crimes, decades apart and states away, were connectedWhat closure looks like when there is no arrestCase DetailsVictim: Linda Marie Rutledge, age 43Location: Lexington, Fayette County, KentuckyDate: November 7, 1998Status: Solved in 2025 (suspect deceased)Sources & ReportingThis episode was researched using publicly available records and official statements from:Lexington Police DepartmentKentucky State PoliceForensic and ballistic evidence summaries released by law enforcementNo speculation or unofficial theories were used.About the ShowBuried in the Bluegrass is an independent investigative podcast focused on Kentucky cases involving missing persons, unsolved homicides, and long-silent investigations. Each episode is built on verified facts, public records, and accountability—not rumors.Coming UpIn future episodes, we’ll examine cases where that resolution never came—and ask why.If you have information related to an unsolved Kentucky case, please contact your local law enforcement agency.New episodes available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Buried in the Bluegrass is a Kentucky-based true crime podcast covering both open and closed cases from across the Commonwealth. Each episode examines documented facts, timelines, and local context to better understand the crimes, investigations, and unanswered questions that have shaped Kentucky communities.Produced by Ole Gerg Media, the podcast prioritizes accuracy, accountability, and respect for victims and their families, focusing on verified information sprinkled with any speculation or rumors we can find!!