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Could Joining a Police Explorer Program Put Your Child in Danger? 0 (0)

For decades, Police Explorer Programs have promised young people a safe path into law enforcement through mentorship, ride-alongs, and a chance to serve their communities. But beneath that promise lies a disturbing pattern showing how these programs have repeatedly failed to protect the very teens they were designed to serve. This episode begins in Indianapolis, Indiana, on November 2, 2015, when 18-year-old Heidi Gatliff, a high-achieving Police Explorer was found dead in her family’s home. In the days that followed, investigators discovered troubling behavior by Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officer Francisco Olmos, who had frequent private contact with Heidi, [See More…]

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What Really Happened That Night on the Bridge – Accident or Murder? 0 (0)

When 42-year-old Gwen Hasselquist is found dead in the Puget Sound on March 20, 2020, investigators in Pierce County, Washington quickly rule her death self-caused. But the evidence, and the timeline, tell a far more complicated story. Hours earlier, Gwen’s minivan was discovered wrecked and abandoned on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge with all four doors open. A strange man at the scene claimed she had given him the van before disappearing into the night. Within hours, Gwen’s husband, Erik Hasselquist, told police she was safe at home — only to call 911 later to report her missing. When Gwen’s body [See More…]

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Did Bryan Kohberger Know Maddie?! #truecrime #crimejunkie #idahofour #idahocollegemurders 0 (0)

Follow Crime Junkie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimejunkiepodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrimeJunkiePodcast/ Twitter: https://x.com/CrimeJunkiePod Crime Junkie is created and hosted by Ashley Flowers. About Ashley Flowers Ashley Flowers is the top female podcaster in the U.S. and the host of Crime Junkie, the #1 podcast among women and the #1 true crime podcast globally. As the Founder of audiochuck, she has built a top-tier podcast production company that has garnered over 2.6 billion downloads, captivating audiences with its gripping storytelling through 10+ chart topping podcasts. Ashley and her team are dedicated to creating responsible true crime content that respects victims and their families. Follow Ashley: [See More…]

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Fatal Accident or Framed for Murder? The Trial of Karen Read 0 (0)

John O’Keefe, a 16-year veteran of the Boston Police Department, died of blunt force trauma and hypothermia on January 29, 2022, after being found on a fellow Boston Police Officer’s front lawn during a blizzard. His girlfriend, Karen Read, is charged with allegedly backing into John with her SUV, and leaving him to die in the cold after a night of drinking. But her defense team poses a different theory – a massive cover-up spanning law enforcement agencies across Massachusetts. Karen’s first case ended in a mistrial on July 1, 2024. Her second trial is set to begin in April [See More…]

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Exclusive: JonBenét Ramsey’s Father Talks with Ashley Flowers, Host of Crime Junkie 0 (0)

Ashley Flowers, host of the Crime Junkie, sits down with John Ramsey, father of JonBenét Ramsey, to discuss the infamous case that has haunted America for decades. From the heartbreaking morning of JonBenét’s disappearance to the ongoing challenges of living under public scrutiny, John opens up about the loss of his daughter, the media frenzy, and his pursuit of justice. Help bring JonBenét the justice she deserves by signing the petition to move DNA decisions in this case to an independent agency: https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-jonben%C3%A9t-ramsey Gain exclusive insights into the JonBenét Ramsey case, the investigation’s missteps, and how the tragedy shaped John [See More…]