Check The Locks: A True Crime Podcast

This week marks 4 years of Check the Locks Podcast. Join John Conner for a very special re-release of the first episode. A giant thank you to anyone who has supported this podcast over the years. It means the world!It's February 1997, and a horrific double murder has a southern town gripped in fear. How could this happen? Will the killer strike again? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner in their debut episode as they dive deep into the dark to investigate Nashville's "Fast Food Killer," Paul Dennis Reid. Will this terrifying, true crime case be enough to make you...Check the Locks.Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks Podcast is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a warm June night in 1981, a 15-year-old girl in Michigan visited an ice cream parlor and never came home. Delays, dead ends, and decades of silence turned a teenage disappearance into one of Michigan’s most haunting mysteries. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Kim Larrow and Michigan's Missing Girls. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks Podcast is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:https://www.freep.com/story/news/2018/05/10/suspected-serial-killer-boasted-killings/595717002/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=z1135xxu113736e1135xxv002636&gca-ft=244&gca-ds=sophiThe Disappearance of Kim LarrowPolice say suspected serial killer touted body count | wzzm13.comIn girl's wooded grave, a family finds closureThe Disappearance of Kim LarrowMichigan Murderer Bragged About Killing 7 Girls: PoliceKim Larrow | Cold Case Program with Michigan State PolicePolice believe these five girls may have been victims of suspected serial killer - mlive.comKim Larrow disappeared more than 40 years ago. Canton police search for answers in cold caseMan serving life for killing Michigan teen girl dies in prison - CBS DetroitAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a spring morning in 2003, a 13-year-old girl left for her school bus stop in Nashville—and vanished blocks from home. No struggle, no clear suspect, and decades of rumors have left one of Tennessee’s most haunting missing child cases shrouded in mystery. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Tabitha Danielle Tuders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks Podcast is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Vanished in NashvilleNew leads in Tabitha Tuders case point detectives back to NashvilleFather: Tabitha Tuders tip found to be hoax - NashvilleTABITHA DANIELLE TUDERS — FBINashville teen Tabitha Tuders missing for 22 years. What happened?www.nashvillecrimestoppers.com/sitemenu.aspx?P=contactus&ID=161Disappeared - S9 E10 - The Last StopAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In 1974, a teenage girl answers a call about a babysitting job—an ordinary opportunity, or so it seems. She leaves home for her first day of work. But she never returns. Nearly 50 years later, loved ones continue to search for answers. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Margaret Ellen Fox. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Margaret Ellen Fox – The Charley ProjectThe Disappearance of Margaret Ellen Fox | by Liz Jinhttps://www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/story/news/2017/09/10/the-mysterious-disappearance-margaret-fox/16783782007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z117673e002200v117673d--76--b--76--&gca-ft=199&gca-ds=sophiThe Disappearance of Margaret Ellen Fox: Unsolved 1974 Babysitting Abduction – True Crime MusingsFBI Newark Margaret Fox Cold Case Phone CallA 14 Year Old Girl Heads To A Neighbouring Town To Babysit And Is Never Seen Again | CriminalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

One morning in Morgan Hill, CA, a 15-year-old girl vanished on her way to the school bus—leaving behind only silence and a trail that didn’t quite make sense. 14 years later, her family is still searching for answers-and fighting for justice. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the abduction and murder of Sierra LaMar. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:The Chilling Disappearance And Murder Of Sierra LaMarTIMELINE: Sierra LaMar kidnapping, murder caseThe Disappearance and Murder of Sierra Lamar | by Jeffrey Chao | Lessons from History | MediumAntolin Garcia Torres sentenced to life in prison without parole in Sierra LaMar murder case - ABC7 San FranciscoHere’s what the Sierra LaMar murder suspect said to investigators | KRON4Dad of missing teen from Morgan Hill is registered sex offender | 6abc PhiladelphiaSierra LaMar Case: Grand Jury Report Highlights DNA Evidence – NBC Bay AreaConviction overturned for man found guilty in Sierra LaMar’s murder – NBC Bay Area'Sierra didn't get a second chance': LaMar's dad talks about overturned convictionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a quiet, spring afternoon in Texas, a 16-year-old girl stepped out for what should have been a routine walk—just a short trip up the road to her new job. Sadly, she was never seen again. And nearly two decades later, her family is still searching for answers. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Ali Lowitzer. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:The Disappearance of Ali Lowitzer – Stories of the Unsolvedhttps://www.newsnationnow.com/missing/ali-lowitzer/"She's Out There Somewhere" - 10 Years After Ali VanishedMissing: Ali Lowitzer vanished from Spring, Texas in 2010 | khou.comHuman TraffickingAlexandria Lowitzer - Missing since April 26, 2010Ali’s Missing Person Poster:Have you seen this child? Alexandria Joy LowitzerHope for Ali; Alexandria Joy Lowitzer Facebook Group:Hope for Ali; Alexandria Joy Lowitzer (@HopeForAli) • FacebookIf you have any information If you have any information about Ali Lowitzer, please call the Harris County Sheriff’s Office at:713-221-6000You can also call the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at:1-800-The-Lost (1-800-843-5678)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On Super Bowl Sunday in Abilene, Texas, a 4-year-old girl was tucked into bed—safe, or so it seemed. By morning, she was gone. Seventeen wounds. No forced entry. No stranger in the night. Only someone who knew exactly who, and why, she was killed. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Ella Bennett. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:A Teenage Psychopath's 911 CallThe Family I Had (2017) - DocumentaryElla Bennett, The Four-Year-Old Who Was Killed By Her BrotherWhy my ‘monster’ son murdered and molested my daughterA Love Story…A Mom, Her Kids, The World | southernliberalmanSavannah woman turns tragedy into triumph through the Ella FoundationCharity Lee • WildBlue Press True Crime WebsiteParis Bennett, 13, Raped And Murdered His 4-Year-Old Sister | by Sal | Lessons from History | MediumAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In 1991, a young man vanished without a trace in Lubbock, Texas. Inside his apartment—blood, signs of a violent struggle… but no body. Leaving some questions unanswered for over 20 years. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Roger "Scott" Dunn. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Scott Dunn's father says he is at peace - LubbockScott Dunn: Lost And Found - Forensic Files NowMedical Examiner concludes human remains are Scott DunnForensic Files - Season 4, Episode 2 - The Killing Room - Full EpisodeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A quiet parking lot. An accelerating car. And strangers who never saw it coming. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss Katelyn Harmon and the shocking violence that unfolded in a suburban parking lot. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:“I Outsmarted the Cops”: Woman Allegedly Confesses Hit-and-Runs on Facebook, Before Stabbing Stranger | Oxygen'I was planning on murdering someone'; Wisconsin woman detained in Lake County jail tells police she went to Gurnee Mills to commit murderWisconsin Woman Bragged on Facebook After Running Down 2 Older People: ‘I Was Planning on Murdering Someone’ - AOLAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

She was the voice of childhood innocence — a rising star in The Land Before Time. But behind the bright lights, a 10-year-old was living in constant fear. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Judith Barsi. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:How Did Judith Barsi Die? Inside the Harrowing Murder of the 'All Dogs Go to Heaven' Child StarInside The Tragic Murder Of 10-Year-Old Judith Barsi, The Voice Of Ducky In 'The Land Before Time'Judith Barsi - IMDbAll Dogs Go To Heaven (1989) - Box Office and Financial InformationThe Land Before Time (1988) - Box Office and Financial InformationA talented life cut short - the tragic death of JAWS the Revenge child star Judith BarsiAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In Indiana, a 17-year-old girl vanishes after online contact with a man hiding behind a screen — and the trail will lead across state lines to a remote Ohio forest. Resulting in a tragic end. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the abduction of Hailey Buzbee. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:What We Know About Hailey Buzbee’s DisappearanceTyler Thomas charged in federal court in relation to Hailey Buzbee disappearanceDocs: Hailey Buzbee communicated with suspect more than a year before disappearanceA complete timeline of Hailey Buzbee's disappearance and deathThe Disappearance of Hailey Buzbee | 13News SpecialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A window left open. A knife in the dark. A 12-year-old taken from her own sleepover. The case would gain national attention, but end in every parent's worst nightmare. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the abduction of Polly Klaas. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Inside The Brutal Murder Of Polly Klaas, The 12-Year-Old Kidnapped From A Slumber PartyA 12-year-old girl is kidnapped, leading to California’s “three strikes” law | October 1, 1993 | HISTORYEverything to Know About the Polly Klaas Murder Case 30 Years After Her Remains Were DiscoveredPolly Klaas’s murder fueled the 90s crime panic. Her sisters fear ‘we’re repeating history’ | California | The GuardianAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In October 2015, 27-year-old Sasha Samsudean was found murdered in her downtown Orlando apartment—no forced entry, no broken locks. The answer wasn’t outside. It was already inside the building. Watching, waiting, and wearing a uniform meant to protect her. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Sasha Samsudean. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Inside The Horrific Death Of Sasha Samsudean, Who Was Killed By Her Apartment Building's Security GuardSecurity guard Stephen Duxbury found guilty of killing woman, sentenced to life in prison – Orlando SentinelSasha Samsudean's parents help others victims' families with griefSurvivors of homicide victims gather for National Day of Remembrance in OrlandoStephen Duxbury, Security Guard, Killed Sasha SamsudeanAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In 1965, a white minister and father of four answered the call after Bloody Sunday — only to be ambushed on a dark Alabama street. Beaten by segregationists, denied lifesaving care, and left to die, his murder would end in acquittals and unanswered questions. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of James Reeb. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:John Lewis - March from Selma to Montgomery, "Bloody Sunday," 1965#OnThisDay: Bloody Sunday | National Museum of African American History and CultureReeb, James | The Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education InstituteWhite Lies: A True Crime Story Of An Unsolved Civil Rights-Era MurderThe History Place - Great Speeches Collection: Lyndon B. Johnson Speech - We Shall OvercomeThe Senate Passes the Voting Rights ActAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A once prominent musician disappears without a trace. Years pass before the truth surfaces — hidden in plain sight. And a tale of greed, adultery, and murder is exposed. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Walter Scott. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Exhumed: James Williams Killed Wife Sharon, Walter NotheisLook out for the cheaters – New York Daily NewsWalter Scott: A One-Hit Wonder Silenced - Forensic Files NowExperience What the St Louis Music Scene Has To Offer.The Vibrant Music Scene of St. LouisForensic Files - S07E01 - The CheaterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a quiet Pennsylvania street, long-simmering tensions between neighbors turn into bloodshed. And the violent act is caught on camera. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Crystal Kennery. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:3 dead in murder-suicide over snow removal dispute, prosecutors sayJeffrey Allen Spaide Obituary February 1, 2021 - Kniffen O'Malley Leffler Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc.Police: 3 dead in Plains Township murder-suicide | Times Leader3 Pennsylvania neighbors dead after fight over snow shoveling, authorities say - ABC Newshttps://www.reddit.com/r/Allnews247/comments/le800k/three_dead_in_murdersuicide_over_snow_removal/?share_id=xvMOXswc4689At0-al-M8&utm_content=1&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A Monday night football game. A family at home. And a moment that spiraled into irreversible violence. Serving as a reminder that the most dangerous situations don’t always come from outside of the home. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Crystal Kennery. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Florida man kills wife, shoots stepdaughter, turns gun on himself after NFL game argumentFlorida man kills wife, shoots stepdaughter over NFL game argument, officials say – KIRO 7 News SeattleGirl, 13, Begged for Her Life After Watching Stepdad Murder Her Mom. He Shot Her in the Face — But She SurvivedFlorida man kills wife and then self after argument over 'Monday Night Football,' authorities sayPCSO investigating murder-suicide that occurred three days before ChristmasAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A quiet Christmas Eve in Brevard County ends in violence and betrayal, serving as a reminder that the most dangerous threats don’t always come from strangers. Join John Conner as he discusses the real-life Grinch of Florida, Heather Nelson. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Housekeeper Facing Charges for Allegedly Assaulting 83-Year-Old Employer Who Denied Her a $500 Christmas Bonushttps://nypost.com/2025/01/12/us-news/florida-housekeeper-heather-nelson-arrested-robbed-and-assaulted-83-year-old-boss-over-christmas-bonus/'She actually took the check by force': Florida woman allegedly injures 83-year-old employer, steals her money and holiday cards after being denied $500 Christmas bonus | Law & CrimeBrevard County house cleaner assaults older woman, deputies sayhttps://www.facebook.com/BrevardCountySheriff/posts/pfbid0oRxbLSrdhSTKRJj6tCv4RtnKesFDyRYKEp2yQScS9HBDmg9eKHQcCzEu9wYQ4gfUlAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a cold December night in 1989, a five-year-old girl vanished from a Christmas party—without a scream, without a trace, and without ever coming home. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Melissa Brannen. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Forensic Files - Season 4, Episode 5 - Innocence Lost - Full EpisodeMelissa Brannen Archives - Forensic Files NowMelissa Brannen’s abductor, Caleb Hughes, will be freed from prison after nearly 30 yearsMelissa Lee BrannenConvicted child abductor on parole for 1989 case found babysitting in VirginiaFairfax police still seek killer of 5-year-old Melissa Brannen, who vanished in 1989https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/WPcap/1999-11/27/005r-112799-idx.htmlInmate Locator — Virginia Department of CorrectionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On Christmas Day, 2011, terror struck a town in Texas. A whispered 911 call, a family gathering turned deadly, and a killer dressed as Santa Claus. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the Grapevine Christmas Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Estranged Husband Dressed As Santa Blamed For Christmas Day Massacre - ABC NewsHe turned up to his ex’s home dressed as Santa to surprise his kids. Then he killed them all | The IndependentGrapevine, TX | Data USAWife's good fortunes spurred Texas killingsAuthorities identify victims in Christmas shootingsChristmas Capital of Texas® | Christmas Getaway in GrapevineAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What should have been a night of celebration turned into a tragedy marked by escalating abuse and a chilling scene no child should ever witness. As investigators peeled back the layers of their victim's life, they uncovered the truth behind her violent death and the pattern of control that led her there. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Za'Zell Preston. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:William Wallace dragged wife Za'Zell Preston into the living room with sunglasses on her head, propped her body on the couch, and told his kids that "she got drunk and ruined Christmas."Man sentenced who killed wife, propped body in front of kids | AP NewsMan who placed wife's body in front of kids guilty of murderChristmas Day Killing of Wife in Anaheim Heads to Jury – Los Angeles SentinelO.C. man who killed his wife on Christmas is guilty of murder - Los Angeles TimesMan Convicted of Murder After Killing Wife and Having Kids Open Christmas Gifts in Front of Her BodyWilliam Wallace Of Anaheim Convicted For Killing Wife On Christmas 2011, Had Propped Her Body On Couch As Children Opened PresentsMan accused of killing wife, propping her in front of kids to open Christmas giftsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between 1992 and 1993, the quiet city of Allentown, Pennsylvania, was stalked by a predator who seemed to strike at random and disappear without a trace. As bodies were discovered and survivors came forward with chilling accounts, investigators raced to identify the teen responsible for a string of brutal attacks and murders. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the Monster of Allentown, Harvey Miguel Robinson. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonVisit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Harvey Robinson, The Teen Serial Killer Who Murdered 3 PeopleCOMMONWEALTH v. ROBINSON (2004) | FindLawALLENTOWN WOMAN SLAIN AT HOMEJudge Urges Serial Killer Harvey Robinson To Donate Brain To ScienceALLENTOWN MAN CHARGED IN SERIAL MURDERS, RAPES CALL CARRIER SCHMOYER 1 OF 3 SLAINCom. v. Robinson | Cases | WestlawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's Halloween, and we are sending Olivia out with a truly terrifying case. In August 1990, the quiet college town of Gainesville, Florida, was gripped by terror. Over just four days, five students were brutally murdered by a man who came to be known as The Gainesville Ripper. As panic spread across campus, dorms emptied, and locks clicked shut across the city. Join us as we welcome special guest Jessica Gomez to discuss the Gainesville Ripper, the real-life horror that inspired the movie Scream. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupYou can support Jessica Gomez at www.writerjessicagomez.comSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Rolling’s confession to Shreveport murdersDanny RollingIN DREAD AND SORROW, CAMPUS WAITS OUT HUNT FOR KILLER - The Washington Posthttps://library.law.fsu.edu/Digital-Collections/flsupct/dockets/83638/83638ini.pdfAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Halloween night, 1957 — a knock at the door, a masked visitor, and a single gunshot that leaves a man dead. But this wasn’t a random attack. Behind the disguise lies a story of jealousy, obsession, and betrayal that shattered the illusion of suburban perfection. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the Trick or Treat Murder of Peter Fabiano. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Three's a Crowd: The Cold Blooded Halloween Murder of Peter FabianoThe Trick-or-Treat Murder - Deranged LA CrimesMurder on Halloween: The 'Trick-or-Treat Slaying' – Overview & Analysis | Crime+Investigation UKMurder on Halloween: The Trick or Treat MurderThe Bizarre Lesbian Murder Scandal That Rocked 1950s LACalifornia "Consenting Adults" Law: The Sex Act in Perspective.The Trick or Treat MurderAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In September of 1993, what began as a petty theft spiraled into one of Arizona’s most brutal family murders. When a man who was convinced the system had failed him decided to take justice into his own hands. And sadly, an innocent family paid the price. A mother, father, teenage daughter, and a five-year-old boy—each caught in a web of vengeance that no one saw coming. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the Luna Family Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:No. 19–7856 RICHARD KENNETH DJERF, -vs- DAVID SHINN, et al., BRIEF IN OPPOSITION O.H. SKINNER PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007-2997 TELEArizona Man Executed 32 Years After Killing Family of 4 in Shocking Act of RevengeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, a new Netflix documentary has inspired a deeper look at neighborhood violence. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss two stories where Halloween went wrong. Will these cases be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Masked people terrorize Virginia familyPolice searching for Halloween mask-wearing trio who terrorized familySlain trick-or-treater's dad says boy saved himThe Halloween Murder of T.J. Darrisaw | CriminalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In Massachusetts, Kylee Monteiro was young, pregnant, and hopeful — until a chilling text to her sister read, “If I die, it was Greg.” Days later, she was gone. When police began to dig into her disappearance, the truth they uncovered was darker than anyone imagined. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a breaking story. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?If you are experiencing domestic violence, know that help is available. Please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233You can also text BEGIN to 88788Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Body of missing pregnant 18-year-old found, ex-boyfriend confessed to murder: Officials - ABC NewsVigil held in Rehoboth for Kylee Monteiro, pregnant teen allegedly murdered by boyfriend - CBS BostonKylee Monteiro Rehoboth candlelight vigil – NBC BostonAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A Louisiana woman is brutally murdered. Then, her killer kidnaps her young daughters. When the ordeal is over, the police will be left with two bodies. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss an update to a previous episode. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Eastern District of Louisiana | Amite Man Guilty of Kidnapping Resulting in Death and Transporting a Minor in Interstate Commerce to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity | United States Department of JusticeDaniel Callihan avoids death penalty with guilty plea in Louisiana killingsDaniel Callihan, who killed Loranger mother and daughter, pleads guilty in Mississippi | wwltv.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cold case detectives will stop at nothing to find answers. And when old evidence is reviewed with fresh eyes, a killer comes into focus. But would there be enough to build a case? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the conclusion of the Minnesota Waitress Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:STATE v. TURE (2001) | FindLaw.Joseph Ture Jr. | APM ReportsJustice for Marlys: A Family’s Twenty Year Search for a Killer on JSTORState v. Ture :: 1984 :: Minnesota Supreme Court DecisionsA 20-Year Nightmare Ends - CBS NewsCold Case Files: DNA Secrets, Serial Killers & Clues That Took Years | Full Episode Marathon | A&EJoan BierschbachAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joseph Ture was now the main suspect in two murder cases. What came next baffled investigators. Including baffling confessions written in letters to a judge. But would a solid alibi prove that Ture was playing an insidious game? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss part two of the Minnesota Waitress Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:STATE v. TURE (2001) | FindLaw.Joseph Ture Jr. | APM ReportsJustice for Marlys: A Family’s Twenty Year Search for a Killer on JSTORState v. Ture :: 1984 :: Minnesota Supreme Court DecisionsA 20-Year Nightmare Ends - CBS NewsCold Case Files: DNA Secrets, Serial Killers & Clues That Took Years | Full Episode Marathon | A&EAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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A quiet walk home from a late-night shift. A small-town waitress is closing out the till. What starts with a family murder spans decades across Minnesota. Young women vanish or are found brutally murdered. Leaving behind a trail of violence. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the Minnesota Waitress Murders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:STATE v. TURE (2001) | FindLaw.Joseph Ture Jr. | APM ReportsJustice for Marlys: A Family’s Twenty Year Search for a Killer on JSTORState v. Ture :: 1984 :: Minnesota Supreme Court DecisionsCold Case Files: DNA Secrets, Serial Killers & Clues That Took Years | Full Episode Marathon | A&EAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In Washington State, a father picks up his daughters for visitation. When he fails to bring them home, their mother reports the girls missing. As a search begins, a mother's worst fears become reality. Now, it seems that the story may be coming to a close. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss an update to a developing story and the loss of three innocent children. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/murdered-wa-girls-cause-of-deathhttps://www.kiro7.com/news/local/human-remains-believed-be-travis-decker-found-area-south-leavenworth/OF7AGXFQFFBRFJFN2RFJUT3EKQ/Travis Decker timeline: How an 'active dad' ended up allegedly murdering his 3 daughters - ABC NewsAfter 1 month search, father accused of killing 3 daughters could still be alive, expert says - ABC NewsA missed drop-off and tragedy at a campground. How a manhunt for a father accused of killing his 3 daughters is unfolding | CNNAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In 2013, a Doctor of Neurology, and rising star, collapsed suddenly in her Pittsburgh home. Days later, she was gone. As investigators searched for answers, they discovered her husband had purchased a deadly poison just before her death. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Dr. Autumn Klein. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Neuroscientist Charged with Homicide in Wife's Cyanide Death - ABC NewsUS researcher Robert Ferrante guilty of poisoning wife - BBC NewsPittsburgh Post-Gazette: Irretrievably Broken / The story of Autumn Klein and Robert FerranteFormer Pitt researcher denied appeal for new trial - CBS PittsburghAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When a welfare check leads South Carolina deputies to a quiet Myrtle Beach home, they expect a routine visit. But what they find is anything but. A blood-covered woman answers the door—and inside, a horrifying trail leads officers to a locked closet... and a chilling discovery. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss a developing story. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Warrant: Suspect shot victim in head; locked him in closet in Burgess area homeWoman accused of locking ex-husband’s body in closet after Horry Co. shooting denied bondJudge Says Joyanna Vansant Is 'An Unreasonable Danger to Others' | Court TV VideoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

For 26 years, Bob Siders fought for justice. Hoping to find his daughter's killer. Thanks to the work of dedicated investigators, Bob finally got the answers he was looking for. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss part 1 of the murder of Shannon Siders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:https://www.newspapers.com/image/1082597884/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Siders%20https://www.newspapers.com/image/1129260553/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Siders%20https://www.newspapers.com/image/1192332626/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Siders%20Juries find brothers guilty of 1989 murderConvictions upheld for brothers in 'grisly' 1989 Newaygo County murderhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/1082292698/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Siders%20Entire Town Was a Suspect—22 Years to Solve Shannon’s Murder (S1, E9) | Cold Case Files | Full EpAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the summer of 1989, an 18-year-old girl vanished after a night out with friends in Newaygo, Michigan. Three months later, a hunter made a chilling discovery deep in the Manistee National Forest—her brutally beaten body. For decades, her murder went cold, haunting the tight-knit community and leaving her family desperate for answers. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss part 1 of the murder of Shannon Siders. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:https://www.newspapers.com/image/1180338475/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Sidershttps://www.newspapers.com/image/1119315155/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Siders%20Funeralhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/1119174954/?match=1&terms=Shannon%20Sidershttps://books.google.com/books?id=svQDAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA9&lpg=PA9&dq=Shannon+Siders+murder&source=bl&ots=B6cTRm9aLp&sig=y-4AX_ZnTXvgiN9Mr8rH1g569E8&hl=en&ei=dpf6S_KsGoyENvHUqIQI&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=3&ved=0CBoQ6AEwAg#v=onepage&q&f=falseNew Evidence Solves 25 Year Old Cold Case | Psychology TodayAnatomy of a cold case: 10 breaks that helped solve 1989 murder - mlive.comWhy Did It Take So Long to Solve the Murder of West Michigan's Shannon Siders?Entire Town Was a Suspect—22 Years to Solve Shannon’s Murder (S1, E9) | Cold Case Files | Full EpAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In September 2025, a traffic stop in southern Illinois uncovered a chilling scene—a man behind the wheel with his wife's lifeless body in the car. Investigators soon traced the crime back to the couple’s home. What led to this tragic betrayal? Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Amy Finney. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Man charged with murder in shooting death of wife in Jefferson County, Ill.https://www.wsiu.org/wsiu-local-news/2025-09-02/jefferson-county-murder-investigation-results-in-arrest-of-mt-vernon-manMan charged after wife's body found in car during southern Illinois traffic stopAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In 2010, an everyday family vanished from their Southern California home without a trace. Their SUV was found near the border, and many believed they had fled to Mexico. But years later, a shocking discovery in the Mojave Desert revealed the truth—the family had been brutally murdered. Who would want an entire family dead, and why? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of the McStay family. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:McStay murders: A man is on death row for the brutal killings of a young family found in shallow graves in the desert – but did he really do it? | The IndependentCalifornia man sentenced to death in killings of McStay family members in 2010The McStay Family Murders And The 'Monster' Behind ThemAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the late 1990s, Lahore, Pakistan, was gripped by fear when a mysterious figure began preying on the most vulnerable—runaway and homeless boys. When police received a chilling letter of confession, the horrifying truth was revealed. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the "killer of 100 boys," Javed Iqbal. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:The Gruesome Story Of Javed Iqbal, The Pakistani Serial Killer Who Murdered 100 BoysLAHORE: Javed Iqbal, accomplice found dead in jail - DAWN.COMBBC News | SOUTH ASIA | Pakistan 'serial killer' under interrogationJaved Iqbal | Pakistani Serial Killer, Arrest & Sentence | BritannicaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When San Diego parents used a reputable childcare site, they thought their children were safe. Instead, the trusted babysitter and her boyfriend committed horrifying crimes against the most vulnerable kids. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the childcare predator, Brittney Lyon. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our websiteSubscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:California Sitter Accused Of MolestationPair accused of sexually assaulting 2 girlsBabysitter Who Provided Special-Needs Children for her Boyfriend to Molest Sentenced to Life in PrisonWho is Brittney Mae Lyon? California babysitter gets 100 years in prison for providing boyfriend with girls to molest - Hindustan Times‘Sick and evil monster’: California babysitter gets 100 years for sexually abusing children with boyfriend; ‘bartered’ them for dates - Times of IndiaEx-babysitter faces 100-year term in state prison following guilty plea to molesting young girlsCarlsbad man gets 8 life sentences for molesting children supplied to him by a babysitter | KTLACarlsbad man gets 8 life sentences for molesting children | AP NewsCouple Pleads Not Guilty to Sexually Assaulting 7-Year-Old GirlsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On August 21st, 1996, an 11-year-old girl vanished from her quiet Moline, Illinois, neighborhood. Witnesses reported seeing her climb into a gray sedan with an unknown man—and she was never seen again. For decades, the case went cold, leaving her family desperate for answers. Now, nearly 29 years later, a shocking indictment has brought new hope for justice. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Trudy Appleby. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Cold Cases - Crime Stoppers of Quad CitiesMan arrested in murder of 11-year-old Trudy Appleby, who disappeared in 1996 in Moline, Illinois - CBS ChicagoTrudy Leann Appleby‘Person of interest’ in Trudy Appleby case has died | OurQuadCitiesTrudy Appleby's disappearance, 28 years later | wqad.comWho is the man indicted in Trudy Appleby’s death?Moline police identify two more ‘persons of interest’ in Trudy Appleby disappearanceMan indicted in Trudy Appleby disappearanceBest friend of girl, 11, who vanished 29 years ago sends heartbreaking plea to accused killer | Daily Mail OnlineAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In April 2020, a 38-year-old woman was shot in her sleep. The shooter? Her 16-year-old son—angry over a confiscated phone.Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Sandy Willis. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Teenager shot, killed mother using her own gun because she took his phoneSon killed mother with her own gun as she slept because he was 'upset' about her taking his cellphone awayDave Clark, District Attorney General - Anderson County, TNTennessee Teen Shoots Mom in the Head for Confiscating His Cell Phone – Crime OnlineAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In June 2021, a quiet Lake Tahoe family home became the scene of a calculated ambush. Two years later, the shocking truth emerged—a former MLB pitcher and a trusted family friend were behind the attack. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the attack on Gary and Wendy Sophr. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Ex-MLB Player Daniel Serafini Gunned Down In-Laws for $23M Fortune — with Babysitter's Help. Inside the Shocking Case (Exclusive)Jury Finds Daniel Serafini Guilty of Murder | Placer County, CAFormer MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini found guilty in father-in-law's murder case - ABC NewsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Just days before Christmas 1991, a 16-year-old girl was brutally attacked inside her home. Investigating the murder would lead to a case of teenage jealousy, stalking, and a cold-blooded plan for revenge. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Laurie Show. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Teen Girl Endured Jealousy-Fueled Terror Before Throat Was Slashed — But Final Whisper Exposed Her KillerTabitha Buck, Assisted in Laurie Show's 1991 Murder, Gets Parole ChanceTimeline: The murder of Laurie Show, trials and appeals of co-conspirators Lisa Michelle Lambert, Tabitha Buck, and Lawrence Yunkin | fox43.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A missing couple. A submerged car. And a smell that no one could ignore.What started as a missing person's investigation turned into a nightmarish discovery. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss a developing story out of North Carolina. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:https://www.fox8live.com/2025/06/16/human-remains-found-plastic-containers-after-deputies-respond-missing-person-report/Remains near Lake City identified as female, cause of death confirmedCause of death determined after remains found in plastic containers in Pee Dee homeMurder suspect held with no bond after extradition to Brunswick Co.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A peaceful Amish morning is shattered when a 23-year-old expecting mother is found murdered in her Pennsylvania home. With few clues, many wonder who could commit such a devastating act of violence. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Rebekah Byler. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Rebekah Byler murder: 23-year-old pregnant Amish woman killed in Crawford County, Pennsylvania, police say - ABC7 Los AngelesPregnant Amish woman was shot in head, 3-year-old son saw her killerPennsylvania man receives life in prison for murdering pregnant Amish woman - CBS PittsburghRebekah Byler Murder Case Update: Cranston Drove For The AmishHe Walked Into an Amish Home and Killed a Pregnant Woman with Her Children Feet Away — But What Brought Him There?Man convicted in murder of pregnant Amish woman sentenced to 2 life terms in prisonShawn Cranston receives two life sentences for murder of pregnant Amish womanConvicted Murderer of Pregnant Crawford County Woman Sentenced to Consecutive Life Terms – PA Office of Attorney GeneralRebekah Byler, pregnant Amish woman killed in home near Spartanburg, Pa., was found with throat cut; Shawn Cranston arrested - ABC30 FresnoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A night out in Kentucky ends in tragedy when a 22-year-old mother of four disappears after leaving a bar with three men. Six months later, her body is found buried behind a home—and the truth finally comes to light. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Savannah Spurlock. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Investigative file, witness interviews in Savannah Spurlock murder case releasedNewly-released interview shows convicted killer of Savannah Spurlock was a suspect from start | Local News | wdrb.comSavannah Spurlock Case: David Sparks Pleads Guilty to Murderhttps://www.insideedition.com/savannah-spurlock-case-what-to-know-about-kentucky-mom-found-dead-after-leaving-bar-with-3-menKSP Conducts Death Investigation After Human Remains Found in Garrard CountyKentucky man pleads guilty to killing Savannah Spurlock | Lexington Herald LeaderAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When a man's father makes a startling confession, he has no choice but to call the police. And inside a quiet Texas home, the truth lay wrapped in plastic—hidden for over a month. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Angela Byrd. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Man allegedly killed his wife, wrapped her in plastic, and lived with decomposing body for a month‘I killed her’: Bexar County man accused of killing wife, hiding body for a month formally charged with murderCharles Byrd charged with murder after killing wife during jealous rage, report saysAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A summer night in Buckeye Lake, Ohio, turns deadly when a man is shot while singing karaoke with his girlfriend. As stunned bar patrons scramble for answers, investigators uncover a tangled web of jealousy and revenge. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Benjamin Hawk. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615-920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on Apple PodcastsCheck the Locks is Supported By: Audible: Enjoy 30 Days for FreeThis episode of Check the Locks is dedicated, with love, to the memory of our friend Mathew Scott Halliday. Sources:Bond set at $5M for man suspected of killing ex's boyfriend at karaoke barMan Who Mocked Ex-Wife at Karaoke Now Accused of Killing Her New Boyfriend While He Sang Linkin Park SongAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy