True Crime Garage Podcast Episode Summary: "God’s Misfits /// Part 2 /// 831"

Release Date: March 26, 2025

Introduction to the Case

In the gripping episode titled "God’s Misfits /// Part 2 /// 831," hosts Nick and the Captain delve into a harrowing true crime story unfolding in Texas County, Oklahoma. The case centers around the mysterious disappearance and subsequent murder of two women, Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelly, against the backdrop of a tumultuous custody battle.

Background

Individuals Involved:

• Veronica Butler: A mother fighting for custody of her two children.
• Jillian Kelly: Veronica's court-appointed supervisor during a supervised visit.
• Tiffany Adams: Grandmother of Butler's children and a key suspect.
• Tad Cullum: Tiffany’s boyfriend, implicated in the case.
• Cole and Cora Twombly: Friends of Tiffany Adams, both arrested and charged.

All four suspects are reportedly members of an anti-government religious group known as God's Misfits.

The Crime

Disappearance:

On March 30, Veronica Butler was en route to a supervised visit with her children when she and Jillian Kelly vanished. Their car was later found abandoned in the Oklahoma Panhandle, setting off alarms and sparking an extensive search operation.

Crime Scene Findings:

Upon arrival at the abandoned car, law enforcement officials discovered several unsettling items:

• Blood Stains: Found beside the car, indicating a possible struggle or assault.
• Butler's Glasses: Placed in the middle of the road next to a broken hammer, raising initial suspicions.

“When they arrived on scene, they found some things that just weren't adding up.” —Steve Buscemi [05:01]*

Investigation and Evidence

Suspect Identification:

The investigation quickly pointed towards four individuals:

1. Adria Jolene Tiffany Adams
2. Tad Cullum
3. Cole Twombly
4. Cora Twombly

All were arrested over the weekend and charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy to commit murder.

Evidence Highlighted:

• Burner Phones & Stun Guns: Adams had purchased these items, which played a role in the planned crime.
• Disturbed Dirt & Chest Freezer: A hole was dug, and a chest freezer containing the bodies was buried on private property.
• Concrete Covering: The chest freezer was concealed beneath concrete, an indication of premeditation.

“They were killed and then they were pretty much immediately placed in the chest freezer.” —Nick [13:07]*

Autopsy Findings:

• Jillian Kelly: Stabbed 16 times, primarily in the head and neck, with defensive wounds indicating she fought back.
• Veronica Butler: Details were less explicit but confirmed as a homicide case.

“She had defensive wounds, so she fought back. She was trying to cover her face.” —Nick [14:07]*

Arrests and Legal Proceedings

Legal Charges:

The suspects face a myriad of charges, including but not limited to:

• First-Degree Murder
• Kidnapping
• Conspiracy to Commit Murder
• Removal of a Dead Body
• Desecration of a Human Corpse
• Child Neglect (specific to Tiffany Adams)

Confessional Testimonies:

• Paul Grice: Initially not among the first arrested, he confessed to stabbing Veronica 30 times and Jillian 2-3 times, believing she might still be alive. His testimony shed light on the brutality and premeditation involved.

  “He is on the stand, sobbing... He starts frenzy stabbing her until he sees the light drain from her eyes.” —Nick [35:59]*

Plea Deals and Trial Proceedings:

• Cora Twombly and Paul Grice waived their rights to speedy trials and pretrial hearings, indicating they might testify for the prosecution in exchange for lighter sentences.
• Current Status: As of September 2024, five individuals are charged and expected to stand trial, with significant public and legal focus on their motives and the extent of their involvement.

“So, Paul Grice testified so that the death penalty would be off the table for him.” —Nick [22:20]*

Analysis and Opinions

Hosts' Perspectives:

• Nick and the Captain express deep frustration and disbelief at the actions and ongoing manipulations by the suspects.

• They critique the compromised investigation process, emphasizing the apparent arrogance and flawed planning of the perpetrators.

• The hosts underscore the tragic impact on the victims' families and the systemic failures that allowed such a conspiracy to unfold.

  “I think the death penalty would be on the table for Tad Cullum, Tiffany Adams, and Paul Grice.” —Nick [43:23]*

Community Complicity:

The episode highlights a broader commentary on community and systemic oversight, suggesting that multiple layers of complicity and negligence contributed to the tragedy.

“I can't tell you guys how many sleepless nights I've had just thinking about this case... what was going on with Tiffany Adams.” —Nick [45:28]*

Conclusion

The "God’s Misfits" case serves as a chilling reminder of how personal vendettas, religious extremism, and custody battles can culminate in unimaginable violence. Nick and the Captain of True Crime Garage call for justice, hoping that the legal system will hold the perpetrators accountable while mourning the lives lost and affected. The episode underscores the necessity for vigilance, community support, and systemic reforms to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Notable Quotes:

• “An absolutely brutal crime, a crime committed over custody.” —Adria Goins [04:39]
• “They had to have been convinced that these... they're not above saying that we need to take things into our own hands.” —Steve Buscemi [19:57]
• “Recovery is possible...” —Steve Buscemi [52:09] (Note: This is part of an advertisement and thus was not included in the main summary.)

Additional Resources:

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