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Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan
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Join Joseph Scott Morgan every week as he explores a world that not many have had a chance to visit, the realm of death. Jo Scott will lead listeners on a journey through the blood soaked death scenes of America and then into the autopsy room to fully understand the science behind each case. Jo Scott is one America’s leading experts on applied forensics and is regularly featured on ‘Crime Stories with Nancy Grace’, ‘The Piketon Massacre’, Court TV and more.
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CHARGED! Singer Murders/Chops up Underage Girlfriend To Protect Career! Death of Celeste Rivas
Apr 2200:50:55Tap to summarizeD4VD aka David Anthony Burke, charged with First-Degree Murder of Celeste Rivas, 14. Burk is also charged with Lying in wait, committing crime for financial gain, murdering the witness in an investigation, Lewd and Lascivious acts with individual under 14 and Mutilating Human remains of a body. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack update the case they have followed since it became known and break down the special circumstance charges that, if convicted, could become the death penalty. Transcribe Highlights00:00.00 Introduction - The Truth 01:25.32 The death of Celeste Rivas update 05:05.46 D4VD owned Tesla with dead body 09:57.32 Burke charged with capital murder 15:26.76 Burke invited Celeste to his home, killed her 20:07.29 Difference between "time" and "time of pronouncement" 24:57.27 Luring, laying in wait, ambushing 30:27.86 Young girl butchered 35:09.05 PI Steve Fischer did not see freezer big enough to store body 40:05.59 Multiple generations of maggot husks present 45:50.05 Did "inner circle" help find a look-a-like 50:36.70 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →"The Hamilton Strangler" Got Away With 1986 Murder For 40 years! Now JAILED FOR LIFE!
Apr 2100:41:21Tap to summarize"The Hamilton Strangler" got away with the 1986 murder of 20-year-old Clair Gravel, no suspect was ever caught and the case went cold. When the killer struck again in 2007, a little boy saved the life of his mother, and the suspect was caught. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack take a look at the unsolved murder of Clair Gravel in 1986 and a similar attack in 2007 that led to the arrest and conviction of "The Hamilton Strangler". Transcribe Highlights00:00.70 Introduction - Softball 01:59.48 Claire Gravel dead after night out with softball team 04:07.03 No Proof Claire made it to her apartment 09:35.14 Clean White Sheets used to line body bag 14:17.26 Claire was victim of "The Hamilton Strangler" 19:58.84 What was biological matter called before "DNA" 25:05.87 Team frequented a local tavern - did killer see her in the bar..... 30:08.68 In 2007 - The Hamilton Strangler Strikes again, this time, the victim's small child scares the killer away 35:45.27 Suspect in 2007, DNA matched the 1986 murder of Clair Gravel. 40:37.07 Killer identified as John Carey, convicted for the 1986 murder of Clair Gravel, in April 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Murderer CAUGHT On Camera, STILL AT LARGE! 10 Years Later-Who Killed Missy Bevers?
Apr 1600:49:18Tap to summarizeMissy Bevers was killed just after 4am on April 18, 2016, and 10 years later, the case is still unsolved. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack review the timeline of the attack that had to take place in a very tight window of time. Joe breaks down the weapons used and the injuries expected. The killer was caught on surveillance video and the person has a very specific gait, someone knows who the killer is but hasn't spoke up, yet. The case is still open. If you have any information call Crime Stoppers tip line at (972)937-PAYS (7297) Transcribe Highlights00:06.07 Introduction 01:27.10 Missy Bevers case 2016 04:56.02 Murder happened 10-years-ago 09:56.35 Missy moved gladiator camp inside due to weather 14:55.38 Surveillance cameras capture killer getting into building 21:09.91 Killer wearing specific Police uniform 25:11.12 Was Missy confused by someone in police uniform inside building 29:57.50 Hammer "head" specific to manufacturer 35:07.90 Hammer as weapon makes attack "intimate" 40:01.30 Investigators think attacker might be female 45:06.01 Who would want to kill Missy Bevers 49:07.83 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →SHOCKER! Rest Home MURDER Arrest! 1992 Suicide Becomes Murder Arrest 2026
Apr 1500:39:15Tap to summarizeJanice Randle was 30 and the mother of two girls when she was murdered at home in her bed in Graham, Washington. Her 18-month-old daughter, Kourtney, slept in a crib next to her mother's bed and was unharmed. Janice and her estranged husband, James Randle, were separated and headed for divorce at the time of her death. James Randle told investigators Janice may have died from a drug overdose, citing a past history of painkiller use, but autopsy results revealed there were no drugs in her system. Investigators had little evidence to go on and the case went cold for decades. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack look at the case from a time before the murder took place and examine how the daughters of Janice Randle revived the case with investigators, leading to an arrest nearly 34 years after the murder! Transcribe Highlights 00:00.12 Intro - early years of parenting 04:21.05 Janice Randle found in bed, dead 09:40.34 why leave 18-month old alive.... 15:15.29 Two daughters at time of death, 14 years and 18 months 20:10.78 Are contusions defense wounds? 24:59.38 No drugs in Janice system 30:32.86 Injuries from smothering 35:04.84 Daughters went to police 39:12.62 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Groomed By Cops From Age 10! Cop Charged in Staged Suicide: Murder of Sandra Birchmore
Apr 1400:42:24Tap to summarizeSandra Birchmore was a 23-year-old teacher's aide and instructional assistant who was found dead in her Canton, Massachusetts, home in February 2021. Sandra was known to many officers of the Stoughton Police department due to her involvement with an Explorer program as a teen. Her death, initially ruled a suicide, became the focus of a federal homicide investigation, leading to the 2024 arrest of former Stoughton police officer Matthew Farwell, who was charged with her murder. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack update the case with additional forensic evidence that is just now coming to light. Transcribe Highlights 00:06.64 Introduction - Basic Training 02:29.94 Murder of Sandra Birchmore 05:05.01 Explorer Post is extension of scouting 10:08.64 Sandra was a Teachers-Aide 15:09.02 Suicide investigations 20:16.88 Discovery of body 25:24.73 Sandra excited - 10 weeks pregnant 30:02.03 Death ruling changed after 3 plus years 35:25.69 Investigation revealed others involved 40:05.90 FBI investigation 41:53.69 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →GUILTY! Gilgo 4 plus 4: Heuermann Changes Plea, Strangled, Dismembered!
Apr 900:47:28Tap to summarizeRex Heuermann changed his plea to "guilty" in the murders of 8 women whose remains were discovered, for the most part, in the Gilgo beach area of Long Island. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the change in plea and what was said in court, and what was not said. Joe describes his visit to the home of Rex Heuermann as well as his tour of the site where the Gilgo 4 were found. Transcribe Highlights00:03.58 Introduction 01:20.57 Rex Heuermann, convicted 05:12.73 Defense said evidence overwhelming 10:17.53 Heuermann admits to strangulation 15:07.64 How will FBI study Heuermann 20:16.82 Judge talked about pool reporting allowed; 25:04.45 "There are still bodies on that beach" 30:06.01 Heuermann home disgusting 35:12.73 Visiting the site of the Gilgo 4 40:10.32 Did Heuermann kill all bodies found at Gilgo? 45:06.34 Heuermann had to have privacy to dismember bodies 47:20.10 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Cops Alerted To Vultures Circling, Discover Suitcases Stuffed With Human Body Parts
Apr 800:45:07Tap to summarizeIn Florida, Palm Bay Police are called when a witness notices vultures circling around an area known as "The Compound", a 2700-acre abandoned residential development with 200 miles of paved roads but know homes. An area known for crime and illegal dumping. Officers arrive to find two suitcases in the tall weeds, and inside the trunks is the source of nightmares. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack open the bags and breakdown a story that has yet to be solved. Transcribe Highlights00:00.03 Introduction 00:02.29 Exploring on bikes 01:34.51 The "Compound" 06:17.18 Police alerted to vultures circling 13:33.20 Bodies in trunks 18:10.20 JJ and Tylee recovery 23:28.89 Getting the bodies to a controlled area 29:23.80 Girlfriend talks to cops 35:16.24 One chance to paint a picture 39:52.55 Was this the first murder for the suspect? 44:55.64 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →SOLVED! After 60 YEARS, Cigarettes Identify The Killer in 1966 Murder!
Apr 700:46:42Tap to summarizeIn 1966 Marjorie Rudolph, 60, opened the door to her killer. The person beat her over the head with an object, stomped on her enough to break multiple ribs, the drug her to the bathroom and put her in a bathtub full of water, and left. No arrest was made and the case went cold. But the people of San Rafael police department never forgot about Marjorie. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack break down the timeline of what happened to Marjorie Rudolph and how, after 60 years, her killer is identified. Transcribe Highlights 00:00.86 Introduction 02:59.32 60-year-old Historic case 05:42.30 Cigarette butts solved the murder 10:53.80 Victim found in bathtub filled with water 15:20.15 Investigators had a suspect, couldn't prove it 20:01.10 Husband in hospital 25:02.40 Suspect Laurel Spitzer left town 30:05.91 Biggest piece of evidence 35:17.23 Multiple cigs meant suspect was in house a while 40:24.37 Retired detectives work the case 45:24.48 Othram helping solve cold cases 46:34.16 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Kidnapped. Beaten. Injected w/Fentanyl, Dumped off Bridge: Who Killed Matthew Whisman?
Apr 200:38:58Tap to summarizeMatthew Whisman was always too trusting of his cousins, even when they were mean to him. On the last night of his life, Matthew Whisman was beaten senseless, forced to take a bath to wash off evidence, fed his "last supper", injected with fentanyl and dumped over a bridge. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack investigate the timeline to find out why Matthew was missing for three months before anyone reported him missing. Transcript Highlights 00:00.09 Introduction - family 03:09.23 Matthew was very trusting 08:03.38 Text messages show Matthew helping police in shooting into a house 14:02.61 Suspects make Matthew wash himself 19:14.43 Last Supper 23:35.13 Torture/kidnap/poison homicide 28:34.17 Mom reports Matthew missing 32:52.57 Body in water for 5 months 38:24.95 ConclusionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Man Shot, Dismembered and Fed To Pigs: The Death of Joseph Eiler
Apr 100:36:57Tap to summarizeA man reported "missing" in Florida was never really "missing". Joseph Eiler was shot and killed by his girlfriend, Ashley Averett. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack talk about the body of Joseph Eiler being chopped into pieces and fed to pigs! Transcribe Highlights 00:00.86 Introduction 01:59.32 Killing and cutting up the body 05:22.30 Asking the right questions 10:18.80 Routine 15:00.15 Disturbed dirt 20:19.10 Smell of bleach, cleaner 25:12.40 Poking for methane gas 30:05.91 JJ and Tylee buried on Daybell property 35:07.23 Police have witness 36:24.48 Conclusion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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