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Crime Stories with Nancy Grace
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Nancy Grace dives deep into the day’s most shocking crimes and asks the tough questions in her new daily podcast – Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor and used her TV show to find missing people, fugitives on the run and unseen clues. Now, she will use the power of her huge social media following and the immediacy of the internet to deliver daily bombshells!
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KARMELO ANTHONY NEW ATTORNEYS FILE FOR NEW TRIAL
3w ago01:05:18Summary readyKarmelo Anthony convicted in just three hours for the shocking murder of 17-year-old standout student and football star Austin Metcalf at what was supposed to be an ordinary track meet in Frisco, Texas. It escalated into a horrific tragedy when a simple dispute over a team tent during a rain delay ended with Metcalf being stabbed in the chest. Now, hearings are set for August, just six weeks after Anthony was sentenced to prison. He has a new team of lawyers filing motions for a new trial. Among the issues, attorney say the original trial was effectively closed to the public, jury instructions were misleading regarding self-defense, Judge John Roach publicly defended the verdict to reporters, and prosecutors did not honor an off-the-record evidentiary agreement. The off-the-record deal prevented the teen from testifying in his own defense. The attorneys have also asked for Judge John Roach to be removed from post-trial hearings because of bias. A different Collin County judge will hold a hearing on Aug. 19 to on the motion to replace Judge Roach. The next day, the defense team will argue their motion for a new trial. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Randy Kessler – Defense attorney based out of Atlanta, Georgia. Lisa Herrick – Trial lawyer, partner at Varghese Summersett, and former juvenile prosecutor. Dr. John Delatorre – Licensed Psychologist and Mediator (specializing in forensic psychology); Psychological Consultant to Project Absentis: a nonprofit organization that searches for missing persons; Twitter, IG, and TikTok - @drjohndelatorre Barry Hutchinson – Former 26-year Law Enforcement Veteran and Detective, Owner & Chief Investigator for Barry & Associates Investigative Services located in Kansas & Missouri Douglas Griffin - Senior Police Officer and President of the Houston Police Officer’s Union, Served 29 years Specializing in the Gang Task Force and Divisional Gang Unit Dr. Kendall Crowns – (Fort Worth, TX) Chief Medical Examiner for Tarrant County (Fort Worth), Host of Podcast: Mayhem in the Morgue, and lecturer at the Burnett School of Medicine at Texas Christian University. Katy Barber – Senior Digital Content Producer at My San Antonio Dave Mack – Crime Stories Investigative Reporter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mayhem in the Morgue : He’s Alive!
3w ago00:21:12Summary readyChief Medical Examiner Dr. Kendall Crowns examines the rare phenomenon known as the Lazarus effect, or autoresuscitation, where signs of life return after a person has been declared dead. He starts with the case that’s been making headlines: 18-month-old Vincent Lorenzo Fiordilino, pronounced dead after a drowning, then found alive hours later in a hospital morgue. Dr. Crowns explains how death is actually determined, what might cause circulation to kick back in after resuscitation has already stopped, and the safeguards hospitals use to prevent a person from being declared dead prematurely. He also shares other reported cases of people showing signs of life at funeral homes and explains how he knows the person on his autopsy table is, in fact, actually dead. Highlights (0:00) Welcome to Mayhem in the Morgue with Dr. Kendall Crowns (00:30) The case of 18-month-old Vincent Lorenzo Fiordilino, who was found alive in a hospital morgue (1:15) Childhood drowning risks and why crowded gatherings around swimming pools can become dangerous (2:45) What happens to the body during drowning and the five stages that can lead to death (6:15) Vincent’s resuscitation, declaration of death, and the signs of life reportedly noticed by his family and first responders (7:15) What agonal breathing looks like and why it can be mistaken for signs of recovery (8:30) A medical examiner transporter discovers Vincent alive more than five hours after he was pronounced dead (9:45) The Lazarus effect, or autoresuscitation, and where the term comes from (10:45) Other reported cases of people showing signs of life after being declared dead (12:45) How medical professionals determine death and the additional criteria used to establish brain death (15:15) What the Lazarus effect looks like when it occurs (16:00) The theories behind why circulation can sometimes return after CPR has stopped (17:15) Why patients should be monitored after CPR ends before death is declared (18:00) How Dr. Crowns knows someone is dead before beginning an autopsy (19:15) Dr. Crowns’ grandmother, a family fear of being buried alive, and a needle that may have been involved in confirming a death About the Host Dr. Kendall Crowns is the chief medical examiner for Travis County, Texas, and a nationally recognized forensic pathologist. He has led death investigations in Travis County, Fort Worth, Chicago, and Kansas. Over his career, he has performed thousands of autopsies and testified in court hundreds of times as an expert witness. A frequent contributor to Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, Dr. Crowns brings sharp medical insight and dark humor to the often-misunderstood realities of forensic pathology. About the Show Mayhem in the Morgue takes listeners inside the bloody, bizarre, and often unbelievable world of forensic pathology. Hosted by Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Kendall Crowns, each episode delivers real-life cases from the morgue, the crime scene, and the courtroom. Expect gallows humor, hard truths, and unforgettable investigations. Connect and Learn More Learn more about Dr. Kendall Crowns on LinkedIn and follow Mayhem in the Morgue on TikTok at @mayheminthemorgue. Catch him regularly on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace and be sure to follow Mayhem in the Morgue wherever you get your podcasts. If you like this episode, don’t keep it to yourself; follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPERP RECORDS 7-HOUR TORTURE MURDER OF NURSE, INDICTED
3w ago00:46:03Summary readyWhen Katherine “Kat” Torbick's co-workers can’t reach the registered nurse, they call police. Schaumburg police force entry into Katherine’s home, and find her lying on the couch, dead,with clear signs of trauma. In the garage, investigators find Katherine’s ex-boyfriend, KevinMotykie tying a noose. Motykie, 56, is unsteady and slurs his words while admitting he tooklorazepam and hydrocodone. As Motykie is placed in handcuffs, officers discover a recordingdevice in his pocket with a 7-hour tape between the hours of 2:00 and 9:00 a.m. that morning. The seven-hour audio recording captures Motykie interrogating Katherine about infidelity, hitting her, and sex assaulting her while she begs him to stop. In the final four minutes of audio Motykie is heard strangling Katherine, repeatedly telling her to "think of somewhere happy." Motykie has a history of domestic violence allegations in three prior orders of protection. Infact, Motykie attacks Katherine just weeks prior to her murder. Motykie allegedly chokesKatherine, tries to gauge her eyes out, and threatens her at knifepoint. Katherine manages toescape to a neighbor’s home and call 911. Investigators document her injuries, and in avideotaped statement, Katherine says she’s afraid Motykie will eventually kill her. Police issuea warrant for Motykie’s arrest, but are unable to locate him. Kevin Motykie is now behind bars, charged with first-degree murder and three counts of aggravated sex assault. He's scheduled to appear in court again May 29th. Joining Nancy Grace today: Maria Acopiado - friend and co-worker Franz Borghardt - Criminal Defense Attorney, Founder of Borghardt Law Firm, Former Prosecutor, Adjust Professor at Louisiana State University teaching Criminal Litigation, website: www.borghardtlawfirm.com, Insta/FB: BorghardtLawFirm Dr. Shari Schwartz - Forensic Psychologist (specializing in Capital Mitigation and Victim Advocacy), www.panthermitigation.com, X: @TrialDoc, Author: "Criminal Behavior" and "Where Law and Psychology Intersect: Issues in Legal Psychology" Marie Pereira - Domestic Violence Expert (Domestic violence expert certified advocate, batterers prevention), criminal defense attorney, former prosecutor, registered nurse Sabrina Franza - Reporter, CBS News Chicagowebsite: www.cbsnews.com/chicagoInsta @sabrinafranza / Tiktok @sabfranza Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' Joseph Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", Instagram @JoScottForensic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryNolans Wells Autopsy Furor as FBI Swoops in
3w ago00:43:56Summary readyQuestions of how Nolan Wells dies multiple as the results of an independent autopsy are revealed. The pathologist who conducted the second autopsy rules Nolan Wells’ cause and manner of death are “undetermined,” pending investigation. The FBI has joined the investigation as family lawyer, Ben Crump, says foul play could not be ruled out. What do Nolan's friends, with him on the island say? Joining Nancy Grace today: Josh Kolsrud - Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Assistant U.S. Attorney, Founder of Kolsrud Law Offices, Co-Host of the Podcast: "No Contest", website: kolsrudlawoffices.com, Facebook and YouTube @KolsrudLawOffices Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst, Author: "Deal Breaker: When to work on a relationship and when to walk away". featured on the hit show: "Paris in Love" on Peacock and "The Valley, Persian Style" on Bravo, Netflix and Hulu,. Host "On The Couch with Dr. Bethany Marshall," Website: drbethanymarshall.com, Instagram FB & TikTok: drbethanymarshall, Twitter:@DrBethanyLive Brian Trascher - Vice President of the United Cajun Navy, https://unitedcajunnavy.org/ Joseph Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", YouTube Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", @JoScottForensic, Caitlyn Becker - Senior National Correspondent at the New York Post, Host of podcast: ‘NYPostCast’ Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary"OUR GIRL WASN'T KILLED BY A TREE!" NO ARREST IN DEATH OF OLIVIA, 12
3w ago00:43:11Summary readyOlivia Mae Marie Smith, 12, died not far from her home, in an incident that has left her family and investigators with unanswered questions. According to initial reports, Olivia was at a friend’s house when a 911 call came in around 9:21 p.m. At first, the claim was she had run face‑first into a tree and was unconscious. Then ring camera footage from the friend’s porch showed her sitting outside. She walked toward some trees before the call was made. Fourteen minutes later, an ambulance arrived to rush Olivia to the hospital. She did not survive. Olivia's family says they do not believe the girl “ran into a tree.” Olivia reportedly had a heart condition, but it is unclear whether that played a role in her death. Some accounts have said the girl was being chase by others in the neighborhood. Officials have not announced a final cause or manner of death. Joining Nancy Grace today: Rebecca and Deereng Smith - Mother and Father of Olivia Dr. John Delatorre - Licensed psychologist and mediator, specializing in forensic psychology, psychological consultant to Project Absentis: a non-profit organization that searches for missing persons, resolutionfcs.com, Twitter, IG, and TikTok: @drjohndelatorre Marie Pereira - Criminal Defense Attorney, Domestic Violence Expert (Domestic violence expert certified advocate, batterers prevention), Registered Nurse Dr. Priya Banerjee, M.D. - Board Certified Forensic Pathologist and Anatomic Pathologist, Anchor Forensic Pathology Consulting Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Graphic Evidence in Singer D4vd Preliminary Hearing for Murder of 14-Year-Old Celeste | Crime Alert 07.24.26
3w ago00:06:12Summary readyProsecutors present horrifying crime scene photos during the preliminary hearing for singer D4vd in the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Tennessee father arrested for first-degree murder after leading Memphis police to toddler son's body in suitcase. Silicon Valley driver faces murder charges seven months after an extreme high-speed crash killed a mother and her toddler daughter. Sydney Silvagni reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryGruesome Court Images Reveal Body of Teen Celeste Rivas, D4VD Fights to Stop Trial
3w ago00:42:12Summary readyThe preliminary hearing for D4vd (David Anthony Burke) continues in the death 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. D4vd faces multiple serious charges, including: First-degree murder with special circumstances (lying in wait, murder for financial gain, and killing a witness) Continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14 Unlawful mutilation of human remains He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. Joining Nancy Grace today: Randolph Rice - Criminal Defense & Civil Attorney at Rice Law. Former Prosecutor in the State's Attorney Office for Baltimore County website: ricelawmd.com, IG, FB, X: @ricelawmd Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst, Author: "Deal Breaker, " featured in "Paris in Love" on Peacock and "The Valley, Persian Style" on Bravo, Netflix and Hulu. Host: "On The Couch with Dr. Bethany Marshall" Website: drbethanymarshall.com, Instagram FB & TikTok: drbethanymarshall, Twitter:@DrBethanyLive Steve Fischer - Missing Persons Private Investigator, Search & Rescue Specialist, Owner of Search Investigations, www.searchinvestigations.org, Twitter: @SF_Investigates Joseph Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", YouTube Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", @JoScottForensic Taylor Parise - Reporter, Los Angeles Magazine Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Independent Autopsy Results Released in Mysterious Death of Nolan Wells | Crime Alert 07.23.26
3w ago00:06:04Summary readyIndependent autopsy in Mississippi college football player Nolan Wells cannot rule out foul play. Washington man faces first-degree assault charges after prosecutors say he intentionally rammed an SUV into his wife’s alleged lover. Two Utah teenagers allegedly lure a young man into a knifepoint, robbery. Sydney Silvagni reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryNOLAN WELLS AUTOPSY: DEEP TISSUE DISCOLORATION BACK OF HEAD, NECK BONE MISSING
3w ago00:50:57Summary readyResults of an independent autopsy has been revealed. The pathologist who conducted the second autopy rules Nolan Wells’ cause and manner of death are “undetermined,” pending investigation. The pathologist found red discoloration on the back of Nolan's head. But due to the fact that body parts were missing and some procedure were incomplete hindered a final ruling. Typically in an autopsy internal organs are removed and examined, but placed back inside the body for burial or cremation. Some of Nolan's neck tissue was missing. According to family lawyer, Ben Crump, foul play could not be ruled out. Joining Nancy Grace today: John Mobley - Trial attorney, John Mobley Law Firm. Brian Trascher - Vice President of the United Cajun Navy Heather Barnhart - SANS Institute Fellow (SysAdmin, Audit, Network, and Security) & Senior Director of Forensic Research, Cellebrite, Co-Author of "Practical Mobile Forensics," www.sans.org and www.cellebrite.com and her blog: smarterforensics.com Dr. Kendall Crowns - Chief Medical Examiner Tarrant County (Ft Worth), Host "Mayhem in the Morgue", Lecturer: Burnett School of Medicine at TCU (Texas Christian University) Sam Crouppen - "Secret Service Sam," Hosts daily: “Samson’s World” on YouTube at SecretServiceSam, Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryEVIL STEPMOM LETECIA STAUCH MURDER CONVICTION OVERTURNED, STATE FILES APPEAL
3w ago00:41:29Summary readyLeticia Stauch's murder conviction has been overturned by the Colorado Court of Appeals. Stauch was found guilty of murder in the death of her 11-year-old stepson, Gannon. Now, a three-judge panel agrees that a biased juror deliberated on the case. In the 54 page ruling, the panel noted the juror said his son-in-law worked as a deputy district attorney in the District Attorney's office which prosecuted the case. The juror should have been dismissed automatically. This now means a retrial. Stauch, step mother to Gannon Stauch, reported the 11-year-old boy as missing. In reality,Stauch was stabbed, beat, shot, and killed inside the family’s Fountain home. Letetcia Stauch then tried to cover up her crimes, by blaming numerous imaginary people and driving to Florida to dispose of the boy's body. Gannon Stauch was stuffed inside a suitcase, which was then tossed over a bridge in Pace, Florida. Prosecutors said that Letecia Stauch was upset that she was left taking care of her stepchildren. Internet searched shows her distain while Gannon’s father was away at work with the US National Guard. The Colorado Department of Law filed an appeal June 29, with the Supreme Court. It's now a waiting game to find out if court will review the case. Joining Nancy Grace today: Franz Borghardt - criminal defense attorney, Founder of Borghardt Law Firm,former prosecutor, website: www.borghardtlawfirm.com, Instagram and Facebook: BorghardtLawFirm Dr. Leslie Dobson - Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, Host of Podcast: "Intentionally Disturbing," www.drlesliedobson.com , Author : “The Friend Cleanse - How to set boundaries with energy vampires” @drlesliedobson Chris McDonough - director of The Cold Case Foundation, former homicide detective, Host of YouTube channel, "The Interview Room”, website: www.coldcasefoundation.org/chris-mcdonough Dr. Jan Gorniak - former medical examiner, Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner, Board Certified Forensic Pathologist and founder of World Peace Forensic Consulting Anne Emerson - Senior Investigative Reporter, for Criminally Obsessed, which can be found on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook: Criminally Obsessed, and Host of the Award-Winning Podcast: "Unsolved South Carolina: The Murdaugh Murders, Money and Mystery" Dave Mack - Investigative Reporter, 'Crime Stories' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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