Real Life Real Crime: True Crime Time – September 30, 2025

Michigan Church Shooting, Cold Case Arrest, and Child Murder Execution

Hosts: Woody Overton & Cindy Overton
Air Date: September 30, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode of "True Crime Time For," Woody and Cindy Overton cover a wide span of recent and historical crime stories from the brutal Michigan church shooting and an Australian cold case breakthrough, to chilling tales of family violence and the execution of a Texas child killer. The blend of grim, shocking facts and candid, sometimes darkly humorous commentary is classic RLRC, giving listeners the hosts' unique, firsthand perspectives on both notorious and little-known cases. The episode also touches on themes of justice, evil, and parental responsibility.

Main Cases and Discussions

1. Michigan Church Shooting

Timestamps: [00:24]–[04:34]

• On Sunday, a mass shooting occurred at a Mormon church in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan.
• Shooter identified as 40-year-old Marine veteran Thomas Jacob Sanford. He rammed his truck into the church, opened fire on worshipers, set the building ablaze, and was killed by police.
• At least four confirmed dead, more possible as authorities sift through the burnt remains; several injured.
• Sanford's motives remain unknown, though possible links to church leadership fatalities are being explored.
• Quote: “Evil is real. I don’t get it... Express ticket to hell for you, buddy.” – Woody ([02:57])
• Cindy raises the possibility of motive connected to another high church leader dying the day prior.

2. Worldwide Crime: The Night Stalker Cold Case Arrest in Australia

Timestamps: [04:48]–[08:46]

• Details the arrest of Glenn Gary Cameron for the ‘Moorpark Rapist’ or ‘Night Stalker’ assaults in Sydney, Australia (1991–1993).
• After decades, familial DNA from his daughter led to his identification in 2022. He was arrested at Sydney Airport after covert DNA collection.
• Cameron pleaded guilty to 13 charges, including 11 aggravated sexual assaults; sentencing scheduled for October 2025.
• Quote: “Good, I’m glad they caught him...I hate to think all the Christmases and everything he got to do...and the whole time he’s a rapist.” – Woody ([08:46])

3. Beast Mode: 300-Pound Boar Break-In, Florida

Timestamps: [09:14]–[14:17]

• 82-year-old Edward Wells’ Florida home was invaded by a 300-pound wild hog that smashed through a glass door and attacked his dog.
• Lee County deputies attempted to wrangle the animal, which eventually escaped. Woody critiques deputies’ approach, sharing his own wildlife encounter stories.
• Quote: “That hog will kill you...300-pound hog breaks in my house, I’m pretty sure I’ll be filing insurance claims because I’m putting bullet holes in the wall.” – Woody ([12:53])
• Discusses overpopulation and destructiveness of wild hogs in the South.

4. Family Matters: Florida Domestic Homicide

Timestamps: [17:21]–[21:06]

• Farrell Torres, enraged by a breakup, murdered his ex-girlfriend Vanessa Santiago in front of their young son, then calmly dropped both children at daycare.
• Highlights disturbing premeditation and emotional detachment.
• Quote: “Prosecutors called the case one of the most heartbreaking examples of domestic violence…not only of the brutality of the act, but because of the psychological scars on the children.” – Cindy ([20:48])

5. Beast Mode: Texas—The Narcotic-Smelling Horse Ruse

Timestamps: [21:10]–[24:51]

• Woody recounts a recent Texas incident where police convinced a suspect their horse could smell narcotics, prompting the man to flee.
• The hosts share stories about using creative tactics in policing and joke about narcotics-detecting animals.
• Quote: “I got a narcotic-smelling horse here. And that dude was like that—he took off running!” – Woody ([22:47])
• Brief discussion on using pigs for narcotics searches and the logistical disadvantages.

6. Family Matters: Peoria, Illinois—Shooting Ex-Girlfriend to Prove ‘Devotion’

Timestamps: [25:02]–[29:27]

• Jacob L. Timothy shot his ex-girlfriend in both feet to prove loyalty to his new girlfriend. The crime was planned and boasted about via text.
• Victim survived; suspect was quickly apprehended, and text evidence will be key at trial.
• Quote: “Investigators soon learned…the motive behind why he shot her in both feet: to prove to his newest girlfriend that he didn’t care about his ex girlfriend anymore.” – Cindy ([26:48])

7. Execution of Blaine Milam for Child Murder in Texas

Timestamps: [29:27]–[36:30]

• Blaine Milam was executed for the murder and torture of his girlfriend’s 13-month-old daughter, Amora Carson, during a supposed exorcism.
• Over 30 hours, the infant suffered multiple fractures and bite marks; both Milam and his girlfriend (who incited/participated in the crime) were 18 at the time.
• Emotional reaction from both hosts on the horror of the case and the appropriateness of the death penalty.
• Quote: “Prosecutors say Milam savagely beat the girl and also bit, strangled, and mutilated her over a period of 30 hours...A forensic pathologist...couldn’t determine a specific cause of death because the girl had so many...fatal injuries.” – Woody ([32:26])
• Quote: “That is the devil. That’s the demon. The demon was in him.” – Cindy ([36:30])

8. Family Matters: Mother Encourages Son to Fight Back—Gwinnett County, Georgia

Timestamps: [36:44]–[42:42]

• Cindy asks Woody about parenting advice regarding bullying; this leads into a case of Kiona Vick, who was arrested for encouraging her son to stand up for himself at school after a conflict.
• School district banned Vick from events and extracurriculars; she faces criminal charges.
• Woody offers personal opinions on self-defense and consequences, advocating standing up to bullies but not initiating violence.
• Quote: “If somebody puts their hands on you, they shove you...you bust their ass. And you will not get in trouble by me.” – Woody ([37:23])
• Quote: “The laws apply...and so the...if you go out and start it, fuck you. It’s just like breaking—and my kid breaks into somebody’s house, you got to get arrested.” – Woody ([41:39])

9. Closing Reflections and Louisiana Traditions

Timestamps: [43:44]–[45:45]

• Talk of family life and moving into their new home, with the gas finally being connected.
• Discuss the tradition of red beans and rice on Mondays in Louisiana—a nod to local culture and hardship.
• Quote: “Red beans are cheap as fuck and very filling...by Monday, you have drank all the rest of your money up…and so the only thing you could afford is red beans and rice.” – Woody ([44:49])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Woody on evil:
  “Evil is real. I don’t get it... Express ticket to hell for you, buddy.” ([02:57])
• On the boar break-in:
  “That hog will kill you...300-pound hog breaks in my house, I’m pretty sure I’ll be filing insurance claims because I’m putting bullet holes in the wall.” ([12:53])
• On child murder:
  “Prosecutors say Milam savagely beat the girl and also bit, strangled and mutilated her over a period of 30 hours.” ([32:26])
• Parental responsibility:
  “If somebody puts their hands on you, they shove you...you bust their ass. And you will not get in trouble by me.” – Woody ([37:23])
• On justice:
  “Answering the call for justice for the most helpless is a measure of a civilized people.” – Texas prosecutor cited by Woody ([34:14])

Episode Flow at a Glance

| Segment | Start | End | |-----------------------------------------------|--------|--------| | Michigan Church Shooting | 00:24 | 04:34 | | Worldwide Crime – Night Stalker DNA Arrest | 04:48 | 08:46 | | Beast Mode – Boar Break-In | 09:14 | 14:17 | | Family Matters – FL Domestic Homicide | 17:21 | 21:06 | | Beast Mode – Narcotic-Smelling Horse | 21:10 | 24:51 | | Family Matters – Peoria Shooting | 25:02 | 29:27 | | Execution – Blaine Milam, TX | 29:27 | 36:30 | | Family Matters – Mom Encourages Fight (GA) | 36:44 | 42:42 | | Closing, Red Beans and Rice | 43:44 | 45:45 |

Tone and Style

• Candid, direct, with authentic Southern grit and frequent dark humor
• Hosts intersperse personal/professional anecdotes, moral reflections, and commentary on crime, justice, and culture
• Sharp transitions between heavy topics and lighter moments, giving listeners time to process

For listeners new and old, this episode is a rapid-fire journey through current nightmares and old horrors, always with the Overtons’ signature honesty and heart.