Serialously with Annie Elise - Episode 291 Summary

Release Date: June 19, 2025

In Episode 291 of Serialously with Annie Elise, host Annie delves into three harrowing true crime cases that have recently shaken the community: a fabricated toddler abduction leading to murder, a former teacher's monstrous abuse of students and her own son, and a chilling murder connected to OnlyFans. Presented in Annie’s signature conversational style, the episode meticulously unpacks each case, highlighting overlooked details and providing a comprehensive narrative for listeners.

1. The Fake Abduction and Tragic Murder of Nola Dinkins

Timestamp: 00:37 - 10:41

Annie opens the episode with the heartbreaking story of Nola Dinkins, a three-year-old whose disappearance initially sparked an intense Amber Alert but ultimately revealed a horrifying truth.

• Event Overview: On June 10, police issued an Amber Alert after Nola’s mother, Darian Randall, reported her abducted by an unknown white male while they were parked roadside (01:15). Initial investigations involved extensive search efforts, including FBI assistance.

• Red Flags Emerged: By the next morning, inconsistencies in Darian's account raised suspicions. Surveillance footage showed Darian leaving home without Nola, and no abduction occurred (02:30). Additionally, Darian provided an unusually detailed description of the suspect and the vehicle, suggesting premeditation (05:00).

• Police Investigation: Upon searching Darian and her boyfriend Cedric’s residence, authorities discovered a strong smell of bleach, a blood-stained blanket, and other disturbing evidence indicating foul play (07:45). Despite initial denials, Darian eventually confessed to abusing and ultimately murdering Nola by repeatedly hitting her with a belt until she became unresponsive (09:10).

• Legal Proceedings: Darian faces multiple charges, including first and second-degree murder and filing a false police report. Criticism arises regarding Cedric’s minimal charges despite his involvement in disposing of Nola’s body (10:00).

Notable Quote:

Annie Elise [09:50]: "She told the police that she would occasionally hit Nola with a belt, and that on that day, she hit her with that belt between 15 to 20 times."

2. Brittany Fortenberry: Teacher’s Orgy with Students and Son

Timestamp: 10:41 - 26:39

The second case centers on Brittany Fortenberry, a former Indiana teacher accused of egregious sexual misconduct involving multiple students and her teenage son.

• Initial Allegations: In August 2024, two high school boys reported that Fortenberry had been sending explicit material and engaging in inappropriate conversations via DMs (11:30). The school promptly suspended her, leading to her resignation the next day.

• Expanding Abuse: Subsequent allegations revealed that at least ten more boys were victims of Fortenberry’s abuse, which included drugging them with psychedelic mushrooms and coercing them into group orgies while manipulating them with threats of self-harm if they reported her (15:20).

• Family Involvement: Her husband, Nicholas Fortenberry, was implicated for his role in threatening the victims to prevent them from speaking out, suggesting a broader pattern of abuse within the household (18:45).

• Legal Charges and Trial: Fortenberry faces 41 felony counts, including child molestation and incest. Her defense may pursue an insanity plea, while her trial is set to begin on July 24, 2025. The court has allowed the 15-year-old victim’s statements to be admissible, strengthening the prosecution's case (24:00).

Notable Quote:

Annie Elise [20:15]: "She would make them wear ghost face masks and force them into group orgies... She is trash. Just disgusting trash."

3. Montrell Williams: Fake Toddler Abduction and River Murder

Timestamp: 26:39 - 32:40

The third case involves Montrell Williams, a two-year-old whose life was brutally cut short by his father, Arius Williams.

• Circumstances of the Crime: On May 10, 2025, during a Mother’s Day visit at his family home, Arius had an argument with his mother before leaving with Montrell. Montrell’s mother grew concerned when Arius failed to return him (27:50).

• Delayed Response: Despite initial police intervention, no Amber Alert was issued, and it took over 20 days for authorities to take decisive action. Criticism is directed at the NYPD for their inadequate response to the mother’s pleas (29:30).

• Confrontation and Admission: On June 8, Montrell’s mother encountered Arius, who threatened her with a knife and admitted to throwing Montrell into the Bronx River (30:20). The following day, Arius was arrested, but initially only for custodial interference.

• Discovery and Aftermath: On June 11, Montrell’s body was found near the Whitestone Bridge. The community is left devastated, questioning the system's failure to protect a vulnerable child promptly (31:15).

Notable Quote:

Annie Elise [30:50]: "He yelled out, 'I threw that N word in the river,' saying it so casually, like it was nothing."

4. Carol Maltese: OnlyFans Sex Tape Murder

Timestamp: 32:40 - 46:15

Annie revisits the tragic case of Carol Maltese, whose involvement with OnlyFans led to her untimely death.

• Background: In 2022, Carol, a single mother in Italy, turned to OnlyFans under the name Charlotte Angie to support her son after losing her job and custody amid the pandemic (33:30).

• Obsessive Fan: Davide Fontana, a 43-year-old banker from Milan, became obsessively infatuated with Carol. Initially posing as a supportive manager, his relationship with Carol blurred professional and personal boundaries, culminating in cohabitation shortly after their online interactions began (36:00).

• Murder Details: When Carol decided to leave her OnlyFans lifestyle and move away, Davide became enraged. On a fateful day in January 2022, during a consensual erotic filming session, Davide violently attacked Carol, brutally murdering her and dismembering her body to conceal the crime (40:20).

• Police Investigation and Legal Outcome: Davide was arrested eight days after Carol’s remains were discovered. Despite initial sentencing to 30 years, an Italian court of appeal later upgraded his sentence to life imprisonment, reflecting the severity of his crimes (44:50).

Notable Quote:

Annie Elise [43:10]: "He duct-taped her wrist to a pole, put a plastic bag over her head, and started hitting her repeatedly with a hammer... They truly make no sense."

Conclusion and Upcoming Content

Annie concludes the episode by reflecting on the devastating impact of these crimes and the systemic failures that allowed such atrocities to occur. She emphasizes the importance of vigilance and community awareness in preventing future tragedies.

Upcoming Highlights:

• Patreon Bonus Content: Annie announces exclusive deep dives and live streaming features available to Patreon subscribers, offering behind-the-scenes insights and additional true crime content (45:00).

• Next Episode Teaser: A special guest interview is teased for the following Monday’s episode, promising an in-depth exploration of a notorious case (46:00).

Final Remark:

Annie Elise [45:30]: "Until the next one, be nice, don't kill people, don't join any cults, don't do anything shitty, don't cheat, just get a divorce."

This episode of Serialously with Annie Elise serves as a sobering reminder of the depths of human depravity and the critical need for robust support systems to protect the vulnerable. Annie’s thorough analysis and empathetic storytelling provide listeners with a deeper understanding of these complex cases, fostering a greater awareness of the intricacies within the true crime landscape.