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Crime Connections
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Introducing Crime Connections, a true crime podcast, where we bring you the gripping and often chilling stories of cases that have received little to no media coverage.
Join us as we delve into the darkest corners of crime, exploring the unsolved mysteries and hidden secrets that have been overlooked by mainstream media. From small towns to big cities, we shine a light on cases that may have been forgotten, bringing them back to the forefront of public consciousness.
We are passionate about uncovering the truth and telling the stories of the victims who deserve justice. We aim to create a space where people can come together to learn, discuss and share their thoughts on some of the most captivating and lesser-known cases.
So, if you’re looking for a true crime podcast that goes beyond the headlines, join us as we uncover the truth about the cases that have been forgotten by the media, but not by us. Tune in to Crime Connections and discover the stories that need to be told.
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Relisha Rudd
6d ago00:37:47Tap to summarizeIn the spring of 2014, eight-year-old Relisha Rudd vanished from Washington, D.C. She was a child of color, she was poor, and she was living in a homeless shelter. In this episode, we trace the layers of institutional failure that kept anyone from intervening in time, the nineteen-day gap before an Amber Alert was ever issued, and the harder questions about who this country decides to look for, and who gets left behind.
Transcribe →Adam Walsh
2w ago00:50:24Tap to summarizeIn the summer of 1981, 6-year-old Adam Walsh walked into a Sears store in Hollywood with his mother and never came home. What began as a frantic search for a missing little boy quickly became one of the most heartbreaking and infamous child abduction cases in America. The tragedy not only devastated a family, but forever changed the way missing children cases are investigated, turning Adam’s father, John Walsh, into one of the country’s most recognizable voices for justice. Decades later, the case still haunts the nation as a chilling reminder of how quickly innocence can disappear.
Transcribe →Elena Sanchez Hawkins
3w ago00:32:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we break down the brutal and unsolved murder of Elena Sanchez Hawkins. What began as a normal morning in Elizabethtown, Kentucky quickly turned into a devastating crime scene. We walk through the timeline, the disturbing details, and the key evidence, including the mysterious truck seen in the driveway and the lack of forced entry. We also explore a possible connection to a later case in Hardinsburg, where a woman survived a horrifyingly similar attack inside her own home.
Transcribe →Michele Hundley Smith
4w ago00:38:16Tap to summarizeMichele Hundley Smith’s disappearance initially raised serious concerns, as the devoted mother vanished under circumstances that didn’t quite add up. Investigators quickly noted inconsistencies and began to question whether more was happening behind the scenes than anyone realized. But in a surprising turn, Michele was later found alive, shifting the focus of the case from a potential tragedy to the mystery of why she disappeared in the first place and what really happened during the time she was gone.
Transcribe →The Zodiac Killer Part II
Apr 1700:36:29Tap to summarizeIn Part Two, we wrap up the Zodiac Killer case. In this episode, we explore the suspects who have been investigated over the years, break down the psychology behind serial killers, and discuss what type of offender the Zodiac may have been. We also dive into the many theories surrounding the case and share our thoughts. And most importantly, we take a moment to remember the victims and acknowledge the families who have lived with the weight of this case for decades.
Transcribe →The Zodiac Killer Part I
Apr 1001:02:47Tap to summarizeIn this two-part series, in Part One we break down the chilling beginnings of the Zodiac Killer case. We cover the known crimes, the victims whose lives were taken far too soon, and the letters that turned this case into a national obsession. From cryptic ciphers to taunting messages sent directly to the media, we walk through how one unidentified killer was able to spread fear across California and leave behind one of the most haunting mysteries in true crime history.
Transcribe →Toy Box Killer
Apr 300:48:38Tap to summarizeIn the New Mexico desert, a man named David Parker Ray hid a nightmare behind closed doors—a place he chillingly called his “toy box.” What happened inside that trailer remains one of the most disturbing mysteries in true crime, with stories so dark they still unsettle investigators today. With the help of Cindy Hendy, Ray is believed to have preyed on countless victims, many of whom may never be identified. It’s a case defined not just by what we know, but by what may never be uncovered.
Transcribe →Golden State Killer Part II
Mar 2000:31:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we cover the long awaited capture of the Golden State Killer and the decades long investigation that led to his identification. From the use of genetic genealogy to finally put a name to the crimes, to the ethical questions surrounding that method, we break down how this case was ultimately solved. We also walk through the emotional courtroom moments where victims were given the opportunity to share their statements, despite there being no trial due to a plea deal and COVID. After years of silence, the victims were finally able to be heard—and their stories will always matter.
Transcribe →Golden State Killer Part I
Mar 1300:39:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we break down the horrific timeline of the Golden State Killer’s crimes and the victims whose lives were forever changed. From burglaries to brutal assaults and murders across California in the 1970s and 1980s, we walk through how the crimes unfolded, how investigators began connecting the cases, and the growing fear that spread through entire communities. Before the killer had a name, there were victims and their stories deserve to be remembered.
Transcribe →Israel Keyes
Mar 600:42:24Tap to summarizeFor years, Israel Keyes traveled quietly across the United States, hiding a terrifying secret. He buried “kill kits” in remote locations, chose victims at random, and vanished without leaving patterns for investigators to follow. His carefully controlled double life finally collapsed in 2012 after the abduction and murder of Samantha Koenig —revealing a methodical predator whose full list of victims may never be known.
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