Podcast Summary

Podcast: Crime Stories with Nancy Grace
Episode: Man Goes Straight to Police When Cousin Hints He Killed His Girlfriend | Crime Alert 03.13.25
Date: March 13, 2025
Host: Nancy Grace, with correspondents from Crime Online

Overview

In this fast-paced daily episode, Nancy Grace covers shocking new crime cases, offering concise updates and sharp commentary. The episode leads with a disturbing murder confession in Utah, before delving into robbery and assault cases, a law enforcement corruption scandal, and a developing missing persons case. Utilizing her signature direct approach, Nancy probes the justice system and keeps listeners abreast of the day’s most important crime stories.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Utah Murder Case: Chilling Confession and Family Loyalty

[01:05 - 02:07]

• Incident: A man in Provo, Utah, goes directly to police after his cousin, Arthur Carrion, hints that he killed his girlfriend, Lisa Hyde.
  • Carrion allegedly told his cousin he "pulled a Rick," referencing a family member known to have committed a similar crime. The cousin interpreted this as a murder confession.
  • Carrion nodded toward a backyard shed, prompting the cousin to call police immediately.
• Investigation:
  • Police, acting on the tip, smelled decomposition in the shed. Upon entry, they discovered body parts stuffed in trash bags.
  • Carrion confirmed to officers that a dead body was inside.
  • Lisa Hyde's body was found with hands bound behind her back, a trash bag taped tightly around her head, and signs of blunt force trauma.
• Motive and Aftermath:
  • As Carrion was led away in handcuffs, he angrily called his cousin a "snitch" and said, “I never should have told him.”
    • Quote, Nancy Grace: “[Carrion] called his cousin a snitch and commented that he never should have told him.” (02:01)
  • Legal Update: Carrion, 53, charged with murder.

2. Unusual Robbery & Assault in Florida

[02:07 - 02:54]

• Crime: Michael Gizmo Gonzalez steals $50 of cleaning supplies and snacks from Family Dollar, confronted by a 65-year-old store employee.
  • In a farcical twist, Gonzalez hits the employee in the face with a bag of goldfish crackers while handing off the loot to an accomplice.
  • Police track Gonzalez via fingerprints on the snack bag.
• Charges: Gonzalez, 29, charged with strong armed robbery.
  • Nancy Grace’s Quip: “What about assault by goldfish?” (02:46)

3. Kansas Cop Killings: The Case of Antwan Fielder

[05:24 - 06:55]

• Verdict: Antwan Fielder receives two life sentences for killing sheriff’s deputies Theresa King and Patrick Rohrer in 2018.
  • Deputies were escorting Fielder between court and jail when he overpowered and shot them.
  • Victims: Rohrer, 35, died at the scene; King, 44, died the next day.
• Pattern of Violence: Fielder had prior murder trials and was already facing charges for other homicides and carjackings.
  • Insight: Family members of earlier victims feared he would kill again before finally being sentenced.

4. Organized Crime & Police Corruption in New York

[06:55 - 08:09]

• Case Update: Hector Rosario, a former Nassau County detective, convicted of lying to the FBI to protect Mafia activities.
  • Rosario accepted $1,500/month from the Bonanno family, provided tip-offs, and staged sham raids.
  • U.S. Attorney John Durham condemned Rosario as betraying the public trust.
  • Rosario now faces up to five years in prison; the defense plans to appeal on the grounds that evidence relied on mobster testimony.
  • Memorable Quote:
    • “Rosario disgracefully compromised his colleagues’ investigative efforts.” – Nassau County DA Ann Donnelly (07:40)

5. Missing Persons Case: Maria Nina Miller

[08:13 - 09:31]

• Case Details: 34-year-old Maria Nina Miller disappears after a fight with her husband, Kenneth, outside a hospital in Charleston, WV.
  • Kenneth claims he dropped her at an apartment complex in Virginia Beach. She is reported missing after four months by the US Army.
• Investigation: An FBI and state police task force are collaborating, issuing a $7,000 reward for information on Miller.
  • Nancy Grace’s Mission: Highlights ongoing effort to find missing people, especially children.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Family Loyalty vs. Justice:
  • “He called his cousin a snitch and commented that he never should have told him.” — Nancy Grace (02:01)
• On Absurdity in Crime:
  • “What about assault by goldfish?” — Nancy Grace (02:46)
• On Law Enforcement Betrayal:
  • “Rosario disgracefully compromised his colleagues’ investigative efforts.” — Nassau County DA Ann Donnelly (07:40)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Utah Murder Confession & Crime Scene Discovery: 01:05 – 02:07
• Florida Robbery & ‘Goldfish’ Assault: 02:07 – 02:54
• Kansas Deputy Murders Court Update: 05:24 – 06:55
• New York Cop-Mafia Corruption Conviction: 06:55 – 08:09
• Missing Person: Maria Nina Miller Case: 08:13 – 09:31

Tone and Language

• Direct, sensational, and empathetic—a characteristic Nancy Grace approach
• Interspersed with quips and rhetorical questions that hold authorities accountable

Summary

This episode underscores both the horror and sometimes the bizarre nature of modern crime, as well as the devastating ripple effects for families and communities. Nancy Grace and her correspondents maintain relentless focus on facts, justice for victims, and the pursuit of public safety, asking tough questions and providing updates for active investigations. If you missed the episode, this summary covers the critical details, encapsulating both the urgency and human stories behind the headlines.