True Crime Tonight

Alex Murdaugh’s murder conviction is officially overturned after the South Carolina Supreme Court rules that jury tampering compromised the trial. A resurfaced “Sakura” video tied to singer D4vd ignites fierce online debate as fans question whether old artistic content now feels disturbing in light of the murder allegations involving Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us throughout the night to break down the legal fallout, and investigative journalist Jordan Sillars of the podcast Blood Trails stops by to discuss a chilling wilderness murder case that’s dividing investigators and hunters alike. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer d4vd appears in court as prosecutors push toward a preliminary hearing in the murder case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez. Then, forensic death investigator Joseph Scott Morgan joins us to break down the escalating investigation into missing Bahamas woman Lynette Hooker. Plus, Epstein survivors confront the DOJ during a fiery hearing in Florida, and forensic handwriting expert Bart Baggett analyzes the newly unsealed Epstein note. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A criminal investigation is now underway into who leaked protected evidence from the Bryan Kohberger case to Dateline. Federal investigators have seized the sailboat tied to the disappearance of Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas. We break down major new pretrial rulings in the case of alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson and the latest delay in the murder trial of former American Idol contestant Caleb Flynn. Plus, Lance Reenstierna from the Missing podcast joins us for Missing Mondays as we take a deep dive into the haunting disappearance of Maura Murray.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New developments in the murder case against singer D4vd, as prosecutors reveal massive amounts of disturbing evidence ahead of his upcoming hearing. Investigators also revisit the Kristin Smart disappearance case with new forensic technology nearly 30 years after her disappearance. Plus, chilling revelations from the The Gilgo Beach Killer Documentary, explosive new testimony in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, and the latest twists in the Palisades Fire arson case. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie takes another dramatic turn as FBI Director Kash Patel publicly clashes with the Pima County Sheriff over how the case was handled. Plus, a cryptic, newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein suicide note raises disturbing new questions nearly seven years after his death and the mystery surrounding how the document stayed hidden for so long. We also break down the latest legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A massive manhunt comes to a shocking end after authorities track down Craig Berry, the Tennessee veteran accused of shooting his wife. Former family court judge Michele Locke joins us to unpack the Hannah Payne case, where prosecutors admitted to using flawed AI-generated legal filings in a murder case. We also examine the emotional family divide in the Anna Kepner cruise ship murder case and the dangerous gamble defendants take when testifying in their own defense. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury hands down a death sentence in the murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand. Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan joins us to break down the disturbing evidence in the D4vd case involving Celeste Rivas Hernandez. We also dig into the suspicious death of influencer Ashly Robinson overseas, where her family is challenging the official ruling. Plus, a new development tied to the Idaho murders and a haunting case involving unidentified child remains. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest in the Anna Kepner cruise ship murder, plus a shocking North Carolina poisoning investigation that could be tied to multiple deaths. We also unpack the sudden settlement between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, revisit new claims in the Scott Peterson case, and for Missing Person Monday, spotlight 22-year-old Alexis Foust, who vanished on her way to class, along with the clues that don’t add up. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major new angle in the D4vd case as private investigator Steve Fischer joins us with firsthand insight from his independent work on the property tied to 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez—and what he believes may have been missed. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino also joins us to break down the latest in the Caleb Flynn case, the former American Idol contestant accused of killing his wife, and a new wrongful death lawsuit that could finally expose the truth behind Tupac Shakur’s murder. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former American Idol contestant is accused of staging a break-in to cover up the murder of his wife and now faces life in prison. DNA expert CeCe Moore joins us to break down the latest in the Nancy Guthrie case, where critical evidence could finally lead to answers. Plus, a powerful and emotional moment: ten years after the Piketon massacre, Whitney Galloway joins us to remember her best friend, Hannah Gilley, and reflect on the lasting impact of that tragedy. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Peterson, convicted of killing his pregnant wife Laci, faces another legal setback as a judge denies his latest attempt to introduce new evidence. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us to break down the legal implications across the cases and more, including the case against singer d4vd. Plus, a deep dive into Israel Keyes, one of the most methodical and elusive killers in modern history. From buried “kill kits” across the country to randomly selected victims, we unpack how he operated and the chilling secrets he may have taken to the grave. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New details emerge on the suspect, the evidence, and what investigators say happened in the murders of two USF students. We also break down a sniper-style campus shooting tied to Tyler Robinson, where a new ballistics report is raising questions about what prosecutors can actually prove. Plus, the discovery of skeletal remains belonging to three young children in Memphis, who went unidentified for years and were never reported missing. Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan joins to break it all down. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A growing number of scientists are dead or missing, now at least 13 cases, raising new questions about whether there’s a larger pattern. Journalist Samson Crouppen, aka “Secret Service Sam,” joins us to break it down and stick around as we dive into the escalating fight over the Epstein files. Plus, the latest in the Athena Strand case as the defense tries to avoid the death penalty. For Missing Person Monday, the decades-old mystery of Pennsylvania DA Ray Gricar. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A terrifying moment in Washington, D.C., as a gunman opens fire near a high-profile event. A growing mystery emerges as scientists connected to high-level research are turning up dead or missing—coincidence, or something more? We also break down a murder that’s rocked the University of Massachusetts campus, a chilling new look inside the mind of the Long Island Serial Killer, and a Bahamas disappearance that isn’t adding up. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A chilling new documentary details the calculated ritual behind the Long Island Serial Killer’s crimes while a Florida woman is accused of killing two ex-partners in a single day. Kevin Scott joins us to break down Second Chance Month and the real impact of guaranteed income programs for people leaving incarceration. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disturbing new details in the D4vd case, including autopsy findings and what prosecutors say happened to Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The Makayla Settles case sparks national outrage as questions grow over the charges and the path to justice. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us to break it all down and sticks around for a deep dive into Miranda rights, inspired by Miranda’s Victim and what those rights really mean. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former American Idol contestant is accused of staging a break-in to cover up the murder of his wife and now faces life in prison. DNA expert CeCe Moore joins us to break down the latest in the Nancy Guthrie case, where critical evidence could finally lead to answers. Plus, a powerful and emotional moment: ten years after the Piketon massacre, Whitney Galloway joins us to remember her best friend, Hannah Gilley, and reflect on the lasting impact of that tragedy. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legal walls close in as murder charges are officially filed against singer David Burke (D4vd) in the tragic death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. A Florida doctor faces the music after a routine procedure turned fatal when he allegedly removed the wrong organ from a patient. This week marks the 10-year anniversary of the Pike County Murders. We unpack the brutal execution of the Rhoden and Gilley families and the complex legal fallout that continues to haunt Ohio a decade later. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking investigation enters an explosive new phase after First Lady Melania Trump calls for public survivor hearings, prompting Congress to schedule new testimony. Meanwhile, a harrowing CNN report uncovers a "rape academy," exposing a systematic culture of abuse hidden in plain sight. Case Watch breaks down the week’s biggest crime stories, from "missing scientist" conspiracy theories to the desperate search for Nancy Guthrie. Tune in for all the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A shocking murder-suicide involving a former Virginia politician leaves two teens without parents. In Texas, the man who admitted to killing 7-year-old Athena Strand now faces a jury deciding between life and death. The murder case of Jared Bridegan takes a major turn as a key witness backs out, forcing prosecutors to rethink their strategy. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us to break down the legal stakes in all three cases along with the breaking news in the murder case of Celeste Rivas. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jury selection is underway in Harvey Weinstein’s third New York trial, bringing the disgraced producer back into the spotlight. A former Olympic snowboarder is accused of running a cartel-linked cocaine empire and ordering a hit on a witness. Journalist and podcaster Conor Powell joins us to break down both cases. A former Michigan football coach avoids jail after a violent confrontation with his mistress. Plus, a controversial influencer’s livestream overdose raises new questions about his dangerous online world. Tune in for all the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man accused of targeting OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in an alleged anti-AI attack appears in court. A military OB-GYN faces a growing number of disturbing allegations, and we break down Project Maven, the powerful AI system reshaping surveillance, warfare, and possibly policing here at home. Forensics expert, Joseph Scott Morgan joins the show to break it all down. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The shocking death of Anna Kepner aboard a cruise ship leads to murder charges against someone inside her own family. A college student, Morty Wortman, vanishes under suspicious circumstances, and the person last seen with him walks free. Plus, a disturbing new documentary exposes the inner workings of a cult built on control, manipulation, and abuse. And later, a former model tied to Jeffrey Epstein is now threatening to expose powerful figures, as her story collides with the Trumps. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest in the case of Lynette Hooker, who vanished during a late-night boat ride in the Bahamas, as investigators zero in on her husband and the case takes a darker turn. In Texas, a jury must decide whether the FedEx driver who admitted to killing 7-year-old Athena Strand will face the death penalty. Also, Karen Read, once accused of killing her police officer boyfriend, is now alleging misconduct by investigators. Tune in for all the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A disappearance in the Bahamas takes a troubling turn as a husband’s account and a newly surfaced voicemail raise serious questions. New fallout emerges in the Epstein investigation as Melania Trump publicly denies any connection, while subpoenas and testimony battles intensify, putting powerful names back in the spotlight. Retired DEA Supervisory Special Agent Keith Leighton joins us to take us inside nearly three decades of drug investigations, from wiretaps to the moments when cases nearly fell apart. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major break in the Long Island Serial Killer case: Rex Heuermann confesses in court, bringing long-awaited answers while leaving new questions in his wake. The so-called “Ketamine Queen” is sentenced in connection with Matthew Perry’s death, exposing a dangerous network fueled by addiction, access, and profit. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us throughout the night to break down the legal stakes behind every headline. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman vanishes after falling overboard in the Bahamas, and now her family is demanding a full investigation. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman faces disturbing abuse allegations from his sister as a legal battle unfolds in court. Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan joins us to break down the Alabama serial killer case and a funeral home scandal involving nearly 200 decomposing bodies. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A decades-old killing ground finally cracks as a new indictment in the Texas Killing Fields raises the chilling possibility that this was never the work of just one killer. Melissa Gilbert speaks out in defense of her husband, actor Timothy Busfield, after he is indicted on child sexual contact charges. A 23-year-old woman vanishes from a cruise ship in the middle of the night, with new leads suggesting she may not have gone overboard at all. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the world celebrates Easter, Norway turns to chilling crime stories, where isolation, suspense, and tradition collide. Plus, an encore revisiting Lucy Letby, with Amanda Knox weighing in, and Aaron Parnas unpacks Epstein. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A dramatic day in Hawaii as anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig takes the stand, offering a version of events that directly clashes with his son’s testimony in an alleged cliffside attack on his wife. New bodycam footage reveals unsettling moments after Tiger Woods’ DUI crash, and reality star Jen Shah shares what she witnessed behind bars alongside Ghislaine Maxwell, including claims of preferential treatment and a lack of remorse. Independent researcher Tony from Files Watch joins us to break down the Jeffrey Epstein files, highlighting the details that are getting overlooked. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New testimony in the Hawaii cliffside trial reveals a chilling alleged confession from a doctor to his own son, as the prosecution rests and the defense prepares its next move. A disturbing case out of Nevada raises major legal questions after two teens are charged as adults in connection with alleged assaults during a school trip. An explosive documentary pulls back the curtain on alleged abuse, retaliation, and systemic failures inside Alabama’s prison system. Attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us to break down the legal angles behind it all. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New forensic questions emerge in the murder of Charlie Kirk, as the defense claims the suspected weapon may not match the fatal bullet. After nearly 36 years, the brutal Lovers Lane murders are finally solved, with DNA linking a suspect to multiple potential victims. Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan joins us to unpack both cases. Plus, new insight into Jeffrey Epstein’s inner circle and the mystery woman tied to his fortune. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A $10 million art heist in Italy unfolds in just three minutes, with no arrests and major questions about how the thieves pulled it off. A Tennessee grandmother is wrongly arrested after being misidentified by facial recognition AI, spending months behind bars before the truth comes out. And in a disturbing federal case, the leader of the online network known as CVLT pleads guilty, accused of grooming and exploiting minors in a coordinated web of abuse. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trial of Gerhardt Konig intensifies as his wife delivers chilling testimony about the alleged cliffside attack in Hawaii. Tiger Woods is arrested after a violent crash, raising new questions about impairment and his history behind the wheel. Newly released video shows Bryan Kohberger calmly navigating the DMV just days after the Idaho murders. Journalist Robert Rand joins us with new insight into the Menendez brothers as their case resurfaces 30 years later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The verdict in the shocking cop-on-cop shooting involving Kelsey Fitzsimmons raises new questions about what really happened inside that home. In Brazil, Erica Vicente admits to killing her boyfriend after a horrifying discovery involving her 11-year-old daughter, and walks free. Astrologer and psychic Kim Allen joins us to explore what the stars might reveal about cases like Rex Heuermann and Jeffrey Epstein. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury delivers a major verdict against Meta and YouTube in a first-of-its-kind social media addiction case. Savannah Guthrie speaks out for the first time since her mother, Nancy, vanished in Arizona, as scrutiny grows around the investigation. The case of former officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons moves closer to a decision after emotional testimony in a cop-on-cop shooting. Veteran trial attorney Jarrett Ferentino joins us to break down the legal stakes and what comes next. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury orders Meta to pay $375 million in a landmark child exploitation case, while another Los Angeles trial remains deadlocked over claims that social media addiction caused real harm. In Hawaii, the trial of Gerhardt Konig takes a dramatic turn as his wife, Arielle Konig, takes the stand, describing what she says was a terrifying cliffside attack, as jurors also hear from eyewitnesses and 911 callers. New forensic insights emerge in the killings of Spencer and Monique Tepe, who were shot 16 times inside their home, as forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan joins and breaks down the evidence. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A retired Air Force general with ties to classified programs vanishes without a trace—no phone, no trail, and no clear answers. A jury awards millions in a decades-old civil case against Bill Cosby, reigniting questions about accountability and justice. Attorney David Ryan joins us, breaking down the rise in cybercrime, online threats, and how everyday digital behavior can quickly turn into a criminal case. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A key witness testifies in the D4vd investigation, now raising new questions. In Los Angeles, jurors in the Meta trial are asking about damages in a case that could reshape how social media is held accountable for addiction and harm. Emotional testimony takes center stage in the Meggan Sundwall trial, where prosecutors say insulin was used to end a life. Plus, a doctor accused of a brutal attack on a Hawaii cliff as that case moves toward trial. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spring break trip turns tragic as the body of University of Alabama student James Gracey is recovered from the sea in Barcelona. In Massachusetts, Officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons faces charges after being shot by fellow officers during a confrontation inside her home, with her defense pointing to a mental health crisis. And in a high-stakes civil case, Meta stands trial over claims that its platform fueled addiction and mental health harm in a young user. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An anesthesiologist stands trial in Hawaii, accused of trying to kill his wife during a violent attack on a cliffside hike. A shocking new development in the death of Kendrick Johnson, who was found inside a rolled-up gym mat, emerges as his family files a $10 billion lawsuit alleging a years-long cover-up. Plus, new legal twists involving Keefe D in the Tupac murder case, headlines surrounding Diddy, and a chilling Arizona case where a pastor was found in a crucifixion-style killing. Forensic death investigator Joseph Scott Morgan joins to break down the key details behind these cases. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Florida judge denies bail for two teenagers accused of plotting a ritual killing inside their school, as chilling details emerge about their alleged motive. One of the fastest-rising voices in digital journalism, Aaron Parnas, joins the show to unpack the latest developments in the Epstein case, including new subpoenas, mounting pressure for accountability, and deeper questions about power, money, and influence that continue to surround the case. Tune in for all the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A verdict is reached in the case against Kouri Richins, accused of murdering her husband with fentanyl, bringing a dramatic end to a closely watched trial. Charges are dropped in the tragic senior prank death of teacher Jason Hughes as his family calls for mercy, while the search intensifies for missing Air Force Major General William “Neil” McCasland. Plus, a deep dive into psychological operations—how psyops shape behavior in war, politics, and the modern internet. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harvey Weinstein breaks his silence from jail ahead of his upcoming retrial. Two dramatic Utah courtroom cases unfold: the trial of Kouri Richins, accused of poisoning her husband with fentanyl, and the prosecution of nurse Meggan Sundwall over an alleged assisted-suicide scheme tied to a rumored $1.5 million insurance payout. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Knox, one of the most famous exonerees in modern true crime, joins the show to discuss the controversial conviction of British nurse Lucy Letby and why some experts are raising new doubts about the evidence. Also, a major turning point occurs in the murder trial of accused Kouri Richins, the Utah mother charged with poisoning her husband with fentanyl, as prosecutors rest their case and the defense makes a surprising move. On Capitol Hill, Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime accountant testifies about the financier’s vast financial network and the powerful names tied to it. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A senior prank in Georgia ends in tragedy when a beloved teacher is killed and a student faces felony vehicular homicide charges. In Utah, opening statements begin in the trial of nurse Meggan Sundwall, who is accused of convincing her friend she had terminal cancer before poisoning her with insulin to collect life insurance. We also examine the controversial conviction of British nurse Lucy Letby and the growing debate over the evidence in the case — the focus of Amanda Knox’s new podcast. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former D.C. police officer Timothy Valentin faces expanding allegations that he drugged and sexually assaulted women he met on dating apps. Former family court judge Michele Locke joins us to unpack the legal and family dynamics behind several troubling cases, including the mysterious death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez and the cruise ship killing of Anna Kepner. Plus, authorities search Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch in New Mexico following disturbing new allegations tied to the property. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Los Angeles, multiple rounds are fired into Rihanna’s home while the singer is inside, and police quickly arrest a suspect. Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation files are drawing intense scrutiny and raising new questions about allegations tied to powerful figures. Plus, disturbing evidence revealed in the Long Island Serial Killer investigation involving Rex Heuermann, and the mysterious disappearance of a retired U.S. Air Force general with deep knowledge of highly sensitive military programs. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer D4vd has been identified as the target of a Los Angeles grand jury investigation into the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Plus, the trial of Utah mom Kouri Richins continues as jurors hear emotional testimony, a mysterious internet disruption the night Nancy Guthrie vanished, and new questions about the prison guard on duty the night Jeffrey Epstein died. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A disturbing discovery in Cleveland — two young girls found dead inside suitcases, now believed to be half-sisters. Also, a verdict in the Los Gatos “Party Mom” case. Former family court judge Michele Locke joins us to break down how courts handle high-risk family cases and weigh in on the Colin Gray school shooting case. Tune in for all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.