Real Life Real Crime: True Crime Time – February 16, 2026

Host: Cindy Overton (Woody Overton is absent)
Topics: Carla Walker cold case, domestic violence, Mardi Gras history & crime, recent true crime headlines

Episode Overview

In this episode of "True Crime Time" for February 16, 2026, host Cindy Overton (solo, with Woody Overton absent) presents a mix of classic and current true crime cases. The episode covers the tragic and recently solved murder of Carla Walker, newsworthy domestic violence cases, discussion of Mardi Gras traditions and their connections to crime, and other true crime stories from across the United States. Cindy also infuses her personal perspective and local Louisiana color, sharing insights relevant to her "lifers" community and true crime fans.

Main Segments & Key Discussion Points

1. Behind the Scenes & Updates

• Cindy assures listeners that she and Woody will return together soon.
• Exciting news is coming about the “#JusticeFor” series and Woody’s work on cold cases.
  • Quote: “I truly do not want to give anything away. I will hint that it is forward progress and a major just #justice4series...” – Cindy (03:53)
• Ongoing efforts for justice in the Justice for Bradley and Justice for AO cases.

2. This Day in True Crime History: The Carla Walker Case

[03:52 – 08:59]

• Background:

  • February 1974: Carla Walker, 17, abducted from a parking lot in Fort Worth, TX after Valentine’s Day dance.
  • Boyfriend Rodney McCoy was beaten unconscious; Carla was found raped, strangled, and injected with morphine two days later.

• Case Cold & Solved:

  • Remained unsolved for 46 years.
  • In 2020, Glenn Samuel McCurley arrested after DNA evidence from Carla’s clothing matched him.
  • McCurley pled guilty in August 2021, saying in recorded interview: "I guess I choked her to death."
  • McCurley died in prison in 2023.

• Cindy’s Reflection:

  • Praises advances in DNA technology, noting:
    • Quote: “Modern DNA advancements and technology is amazing… I just wish people would realize that and stop murdering people. You're going to get caught.” – Cindy (08:18)
  • Emphasizes inevitability that ‘dark comes to light.’

3. Holiday and Local Culture: President’s Day & Mardi Gras

[09:00 – 13:42]

• President’s Day:
  • Brief cultural/historical summary; “not meant to be political.”
• Lundy Gras / Mardi Gras Traditions:
  • “Lundy Gras” (“Fat Monday”) is the day before Mardi Gras (“Fat Tuesday”) in Louisiana—a major period of celebration.
  • Origins of the purple, green, gold colors (justice, faith, and power) from 1872/1892 Rex parades.
  • Celebrity parade leaders for 2026:
    • Patrick Warburton (Bacchus), Noah Wyle (Orpheus), Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton (Endymion).

4. "Family Matters" – Domestic and Family-Related Crimes

Segment Start: [14:22]

a) NY Murder-Suicide

• Paul Trofimovich (68) killed partner Valerie Kapotic (63) before killing himself in Port Jefferson, NY.
• Discovered during a welfare check; no clear motive yet.
• Valerie was a long-time executive director at a family services agency.

b) Utah ‘King’ at Princess Parties Exposed as Predator

• Perry J. Hunter (63) ran “Princess Festival,” role-playing as ‘King’ at children’s events while buying and producing child pornography abroad.
• Sentenced to 27 years federal prison; traveled to the Philippines for exploitation.
• Quote (Hunter’s own words to investigators):
  • “They had me in a king chair and I was on the chair. Little girls would come up to me here. I wouldn't let them sit on my lap because I didn't want any idea of that.” – Cindy reading Hunter’s statement [26:37]
• Previous sexual assault allegation from 2014 also surfaced.

5. Disability Rights Incident: Walmart Service Dog Controversy

[28:40 – 37:25]

• Story:

  • Crystal Pratt, mobility-impaired cancer survivor in Albany, NY, claims Walmart employees harassed her for not leashing her trained service dog (Bella) despite ADA exceptions.

  • Pratt, using a scooter, explained dog’s duties (item retrieval, protection, etc.), but was followed, recorded, and eventually escorted out by police for ‘trespassing.’

  • Quote:

    • “All this woman wanted to do is have some sort of independence and be able to go out... She still wants to have her independence and she wasn't breaking any rules…” – Cindy (34:52)

  • Pratt now seeking legal action, emphasizing need for public education: "Once a customer says it's a service dog and explains the task, they need to back off. Unless the dog is out of control and Bella wasn't." (35:50)

  • Cindy shares personal disappointment and broader thoughts on service animal misunderstandings.

6. Alabama Mother & Daughter Murder Plot

[37:31 – 44:15]

• Case:
  • Loretta K. Carr (46) and daughter Jesse Kelly (24) pleaded guilty to kidnapping and throwing Mary Elizabeth Isbel off a cliff (Little River Canyon National Preserve, AL) in 2021, over a relationship dispute involving Carr's boyfriend.
  • Crime described by DA as “brutal and inhuman.”
  • Investigation revealed Carr posted a photo at murder site years before.
  • Victim was from troubled background ("got mixed up with some wrong people"), according to her mother.

7. Uplift: Dog Helps Police Find Missing Child in Kentucky

[44:15 – 54:28]

• Story:
  • Louisville Metro PD, using drones to search for missing 3-year-old, are led to child by a mysterious collie-mix dog.
  • Dog persistently signals at a car; child is found unharmed inside.
  • Quote (Cindy on the story):
    • “You tell me about a missing child and then you tell me about a dog helping find the missing child. Probably going to get some tears.” (44:52)
    • Officer said, “I don’t know where that dog came from, but it was a blessing from God that day.”

8. Effed Up Professionals: Teacher-Student Sex Crime in Louisiana

[54:36 – 57:25]

• Case Details:
  • Teddy Page (29), ex-biology teacher at NOLA’s Academy of Sacred Heart, arrested and charged with prohibited sexual conduct after mother found evidence of relationship with 18-year-old student.
  • School acted quickly, terminated employment, referred to police.
  • School now supports affected students and families.

9. Alabama Attempted Murder-Suicide, Domestic Violence

[57:25 – 60:21]

• Incident:
  • Eddie Charles Ellis Jr. (46) shot romantic partner multiple times (she survived), then killed himself; two children present in the home but physically unharmed.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Forensic Breakthroughs:
  • “Modern DNA advancements and technology is amazing...I just wish people would realize that and stop murdering people. You're going to get caught. All done. And dark comes to light sooner or later.” – Cindy, [08:18]
• On Service Animal Rights:
  • “She still wants to have her independence and she wasn’t breaking any rules.” – Cindy, [34:52]
• On Emotional Impact of Stories:
  • “You tell me about a missing child and then you tell me about a dog helping find the missing child. Probably going to get some tears.” – Cindy, [44:52]
  • “It was a blessing from God that day.” – Unnamed Louisville officer, per Cindy, [52:53]

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment | Start Time | |-----------------------------------------|------------| | Start / Updates on #JusticeFor | 03:31 | | Carla Walker Cold Case | 03:52 | | President’s Day & Mardi Gras | 09:00 | | Domestic Violence: NY Murder-Suicide | 14:22 | | Utah King & Princess Predator | 16:31 | | Walmart Service Dog Rights Incident | 28:40 | | Alabama Mother & Daughter Murder Plot | 37:31 | | Dog Finds Missing Child in Kentucky | 44:15 | | LA Teacher-Student Sex Crime | 54:36 | | AL Attempted Murder-Suicide | 57:25 |

Episode Tone & Closing Thoughts

Cindy’s tone is open, empathetic, and at times informal—mixing clear reporting with her personal reactions and a conversational approach. She underscores both the horror represented by some crimes and occasional uplifting moments (such as the dog-assisted rescue), providing a sense of community and shared experience for the podcast’s loyal audience.

The episode closes with thanks to listeners ("lifers"), encouragement to call in tips, and excitement about the show's expanding impact:

• “We truly, truly mean this when we say that you guys mean so very much to us. We are so grateful for you…” (61:44)

For tips on ongoing cases (Bradley, Austin, Barbara Blunt):

• Call: 313-RL-CTIP

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