Real Life Real Crime: True Crime Time For February 11, 2026
Family Tragedies, Fraud & Murder Cases
Host: Woody Overton
Date: February 11, 2026
Episode Overview
Woody Overton returns solo to deliver a rapid-fire, gripping update on a collection of dark, outrageous, and tragic real-life crime stories in the U.S. and abroad. This episode focuses on the heartbreak and horror of family tragedies, the corruption and downfall of professionals, and shocking tales of murder, betrayal, and abuse. Maintaining his signature Southern charm, unflinching candor, and personal law enforcement insights, Woody guides listeners through news stories and ongoing cases, offering both empathetic reflections and blunt warnings.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Historical True Crime: The Jennifer Daughtery Case
[02:10 - 03:35]
- On February 11, 2010, 30-year-old Jennifer Daughtery, who was mentally disabled, was brutally murdered after being lured for a sleepover. Six people participated in the heinous act; some pled guilty, others were convicted at trial.
- Woody highlights the cruelty and vulnerability of the victim:
“She was mentally disabled and functioned at the level of a child. ... They ambushed Daughtery... forced to drink detergent and urine, raped, stabbed, and then choked to death.” — Woody Overton [02:21]
- He updates listeners on various ongoing justice campaigns, inviting them to join his advocacy efforts (#JusticeForHaley, etc.).
2. Good Deeds Gone Wrong: The Perils of Helping Strangers
[04:08 - 07:43]
- Case: William Palmer, a generous father of three, was shot dead by a female hitchhiker he tried to help in St. Louis, Missouri.
- Despite warnings, Palmer was known for offering rides, a compassionate habit that tragically led to his killing.
- The suspect, Brittany River, had a prior conviction and is charged with first-degree murder among others.
- Notable family quote:
"He did a lot. If he saw someone walking, he was picking them up and taking them as far as he could." — Palmer's family (Woody recounting) [06:22]
- Woody warns against the dangers of trust in the current “crazy ass world,” making it clear he’s not blaming the victim, just emphasizing the risk.
3. Prison Realities: Angola Prison Inmate Murder
[08:41 - 09:08]
- WBRZ reports the murder of inmate Jonathan Robertson at Angola Prison by another inmate, Melvin Lopez.
- Woody comments on the dangerous conditions and shares personal anecdotes about the difficulties of investigating in such institutions.
4. Family Violence Gone Extreme: The South Korea ‘Lorena Bobbitt’ Case
[10:00 - 13:10]
- A vengeful wife in South Korea, suspecting cheating, enlists her son-in-law to help immobilize her husband, whom she then stabs 50 times, severs his genitals, and flushes them down the toilet.
- Astonishingly, the husband pleads for leniency for his wife, who receives only 7 years in prison.
- Woody’s disbelief is palpable:
“I'm pretty sure if you cut my, my junk off, I'm not asking for leniency, but each his own.” — Woody Overton [11:53]
- He draws parallels to the infamous Lorena Bobbitt case.
5. Police Payroll Fraud: New Orleans NOPD Officers Busted
[14:27 - 16:39]
- Breaking news of NOPD Sergeant Henry Burke’s arrest for extensive payroll fraud—caught on camera at home while clocked in for overtime.
- Fox 8's undercover investigation implicates other officers as well.
- Watchdog expert stresses the need for routine suspension and accountability.
- Woody’s law enforcement insight:
“You throw away your whole career and your, your reputation... for what, four or five hundred dollars in overtime that didn’t even occur? Get up and go work it.” — Woody Overton [19:47]
6. Political Corruption: Florida Congresswoman’s FEMA Fraud
[20:00 - 23:00]
- Congresswoman Sheila Sheriff List McCormick faces federal charges for embezzling $5M in FEMA funds during COVID-19, routing some into her campaign.
- Prosecutors allege purchases including a $100,000 diamond ring, money laundering, and campaign fraud through straw donors.
- Woody’s take:
“When the ship goes down, shit rolls downhill.” — Woody Overton [22:36]
- McCormick faces up to 50 years in prison.
7. Another Crooked Professional: Kentucky Council Member Abuse Arrest
[23:10 - 24:24]
- Jesse Huckenberry, attorney and council member of Highland Heights, KY, arrested on sexual abuse charges. Details are sparse.
- Woody: “Council members, attorneys, congresswomen... everybody has to answer to someone eventually.” [24:09]
8. Online Predators & Missing Teens: The Haley Busby Case
[24:37 - 27:23]
- Indiana teen Haley Busby, 17, disappeared after meeting 39-year-old Tyler Thomas on a gaming platform. She is believed dead; Thomas arrested for sexual exploitation and evidence tampering.
- Woody laments technology’s risks for kids, shares personal parenting perspective, and relays the family's grief.
9. Disabled Children Abused: Hillsborough County Bus Incident
[28:10 - 31:00]
- School bus aide Juanita Wright, 79, repeatedly struck a minimally verbal autistic child on video; bus driver Tanya Rice Constant (62) did nothing and laughed.
- 13 separate days of abuse captured, with Woody strongly condemning the cruelty:
“I wish they had let the family members have these bitches in a room alone for about 10 minutes.” — Woody Overton [29:57]
- Both are now facing legal consequences.
10. Child Murder: Topeka, Kansas Family Tragedy
[32:20 - 35:35]
- A five-year-old girl is killed; two family members (Leah Corbin and Kyle Valley) are arrested for first-degree murder, aggravated child endangerment, and abuse.
- Woody on the emotional toll:
“When more of the charges come out and they tell how they murdered this baby... that's like the ones who are attacked and you know, stabbed and whatever and they go to the hospital and they live for a couple of days. To me that murder occurred from the time you first injured them until the time they took their last breath.” [35:13]
11. Cold Case Solved: Wheelchair-bound Murderer Brought to Justice
[36:10 - 40:00]
- Larry Atkinson, 67, receives 40 years to life for the 1994 double murder of Sarah Roberts and her daughter Sharon after nearly 30 years on the run; new DNA evidence cracked the case.
- Judge denounces his lack of remorse, despite teary wheelchair plea:
“Now you ask him for mercy and you're in a wheelchair, then too, buddy. ... Pretty sure you can find some other people of your character when you go to the gates of hell.” — Woody Overton [39:42]
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On victim empathy and warning:
"You don't know who the hell you're dealing with in this crazy ass world today." — Woody Overton [07:13]
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On police corruption:
“It’s not easy bringing in a friend of yours and saying hey bro, you never left your house those days, you know, and then they're like okay, well I want a lawyer... But you throw away everything for what, four or five hundred dollars?” [19:30]
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On the South Korean family violence case:
“Pretty sure I wouldn't be asking for any leniency and I wouldn't damn sure would be asked for a divorce and a no contact order. But it happens.” [12:47]
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On internet safety and missing teens:
"They use a lot of pedophiles and use those platforms. Why? Because they're full of kids. Right?" [24:54]
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On child abuse by trusted professionals:
"Child abusers, man, I'd much rather deal with a murderer." [31:02]
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On justice delayed but delivered:
"Thank God for the DNA, like we say all the time. And they got you through the fingernail clippings and your cigarette butt probably... everybody takes it to trial. Poor Mr. Innocent, me in the wheelchair. ... But they find you guilty." [39:17]
Timestamps of Important Segments
- [02:10] The Jennifer Daughtery murder case
- [04:08] William Palmer, the Good Samaritan victim
- [08:41] Angola Prison stabbing
- [10:00] South Korean wife’s violent revenge
- [14:27] NOPD payroll fraud (Burke's arrest)
- [20:00] Congresswoman McCormick's FEMA fraud
- [23:10] Kentucky attorney/council member arrested
- [24:37] Missing and endangered teen, Haley Busby
- [28:10] Hillsborough County bus child abuse
- [32:20] Topeka child murdered by family
- [36:10] Cold case: Atkinson sentenced for double murder
Tone and Style
Woody's delivery is raw, unfiltered, and laced with empathy, outrage, and dark humor. He draws on both his investigative background and street wisdom to illustrate the dangers lurking everywhere—whether from strangers, family, or those in authority. Personal asides and direct appeals to listeners’ sense of justice and vigilance make for an engaging, sometimes emotionally charged listen.
Summary
Filled with grisly details, hard-won wisdom, and an unwavering call for vigilance and justice, Woody Overton’s February 11, 2026 episode of "True Crime Time For" plunges listeners into the bleak realities of both infamous and overlooked crimes. He connects the dots between systemic failure and individual evil, urging action and awareness at every turn—whether it’s calling in tips, supporting families in need, or simply always “watching who you help”—because as Woody reminds us, “everybody has to answer to someone, y’all.”