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Life in Perth, Australia, the capital of Western Australia, in the 1980s was a blend of laid-back suburban living and rapid development. The city was relatively isolated but growing, with a strong sense of community. The residents always had felt safe, with children playing outdoors and returning home when the street lights came on. However, that sense of safety was shattered in 1986. Women began to disappear randomly off the streets of Perth. Then in November, a young girl came charging into a corner store claiming she had been kidnapped and raped by a couple. Police canvas the house this brave girl led them to and arrested Catherine and David Birnie. When interviewed, the couple eventually confessed to 4 murders over the span of a month. The couple, separately, led detectives to the grave sites of Mary Nielson, Susannah Candy, Noelene Patterson and Denise Brown. What unraveled was a story of obsessiveness and dark fantasies. This will be a two part story, the first going over Catherine and David’s background, giving an insight into their psyche. Part two will be go over the stories of their victims, including the bravery and courage of the woman who escaped.
Sources:https://mail.murderpedia.org/male.B/b/birnie-david.htm
“A City in Shock over Bodies in Bush” by Paul McGeough in The Sydney Morning Herald on November 13, 1986
“Murder Uncovered reveals more possible victims of David and Catherine Birnie” by Marika Dobbin-Thomas on The Sydney Morning Herald on February 9, 2017 (https://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/tv-and-radio/murder-uncovered-reveals-more-possible-victims-of-david-and-catherine-birnie-20170208-gu8o1o.html)
“Couple Charged after Four Women Found in Shallow Graves” by Paul McGeough in The Sydney Morning Herald on November 12, 1986
“Survivor of Perth Serial Killers The Birnies Speaks Out” by Libbie-Jane Charleston on Huffpost on April 9, 2016 (https://www.huffpost.com/archive/au/entry/survivor-of-perth-serial-killers-the-birnies-speaks-out_n_9638026)
“Murder Uncovered: How a young girl and rookie cop caught serial killers David and Catherine Birnie” by Sunday Times on Yahoo! News on February 4, 2017 (https://au.news.yahoo.com/murder-uncovered-young-girl-rookie-133754715.html)
“The Moorhouse Murderers David and Catherine Birnie” by Roy Hill on MEDIUM on June 20, 2022 (https://medium.com/@roy66hill/the-moorhouse-murderers-david-and-catherine-birnie-18ca8f5c2132)
“WA attorney-general John Quigley delays mass murderers' parole eligibility” by Emily JB Smith on ABC News on November 1, 2024 (https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11-02/serial-killers-mass-murderer-birnie-quigley-maloney-parole-wa/104552914)
“Catherine Birnie, the ‘parasite’ serial killer who now wants freedom” by Candace Sutton on News.com.au on September 2, 2021 (https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/true-stories/catherine-birnie-the-parasite-serial-killer-who-now-wants-freedom/news-story/7dbb6c2671d66234fd63230e8e85fbc9)
“Killer Couple: David & Catherine Birnie” on Australian Families of Crime, Season 1, Episode 6 on Amazon Prime Video
“The Moorhouse Horrors: The Call Girl Killing” on Crime Investigation: Australia, Season 1, Episode 6 on Tubi
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Randi Trimble was a devoted and loving wife, daughter and speech pathologist. Brian was her quiet, introverted and intelligent husband. After the couple married in September of 2000, they began their life in East Pennsboro Township, Pennsylvania. With the area growing rapidly due to the area’s safety, sense of community and job opportunities, it was the perfect place for them to live and eventually one day start their family. But the those living near the couple, would learn that no matter how safe you think your neighborhood may be, that evil can happen anywhere. In January of 2003, after returning home from dinner plans, Brian Trimble found the body of his 28-year-old wife, Randi, lying on the cold garage floor in a pool of blood. In sheer panic, he called 911 but unfortunately, Randi didn’t survive. She had been stabbed a total of 27 times. With no forensic evidence, no witnesses and Brian with a rock solid alibi, investigators were left at a standstill. Until one day, they would learn of a plan created by Brian Trimble and his coworker and friend Blaine Norris to film their very own horror movie. And it wouldn’t be long before investigators learned that the two brought their horror movie to life. This episode shows us that evil is everywhere – even sometimes behind the scenes in what appears to be the most successful of marriages.
Randi's House of Angels
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The Patriot-News – NORRIS: Killer’s apology fails to placate woman’s relatives – April 20, 2004
Pennsylvania Department of Corrections - Inmate/Parolee Locator
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Sportskeeda – 5 chilling details about Randi Trimble’s death – Sourav Chakraborty – March 11, 2025 - 5 chilling details about Randi Trimble's murder
Pocono Record – Movie maker held in hit-man slaying of co-worker’s wife – Staff Writer – September 23, 2003 - Movie maker held in hit-man slaying of co-worker's wife
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Mackenzie Shirilla and Dominic Russo were high school sweethearts locked in a volatile relationship—one marked by jealousy, threats, fights, and tearful reunions. It was on-again, off-again… until one summer night, it all came to a violent, irreversible end. In the early hours of a Sunday morning, Mackenzie got behind the wheel of her Toyota Camry—with Dominic and his friend Davion Flanegan in the car—and slammed into a brick wall at almost 100 miles per hour. Dominic and Davion didn’t survive. Was it an accident… or was it intentional? Prosecutors say Mackenzie’s obsession had crossed the line into premeditated murder. And her trial would go on to become one of Northeast Ohio’s most shocking and somewhat divisive court cases.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
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Killer Cases – Season 4, Episode 12 – Murder on Wheels
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John’s Hopkins Medicine - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) | Johns Hopkins Medicine
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Honolulu is known for its stunning beaches, lively night life and its luxury resorts. Life in Honolulu is a vibrant blend of island serenity and urban energy. Locals enjoy year-round sunshine, access to world-class beaches like Waikīkī, and a deep connection to Hawaiian culture. In May 2013, what was meant to be a celebratory getaway to paradise in Honolulu ended in tragedy. Ivanice Harris, known to most as Ivy, a vibrant 29-year-old woman from Portland, Oregon, had traveled to the island with her boyfriend to celebrate her birthday. Known for her bright personality and fierce loyalty to her loved ones, Ivy was full of life with plans for the future. But just days into the trip, Ivy vanished after a night out in Waikīkī. Her disappearance sent shockwaves through both her tight-knit family back home and the Honolulu community. What followed was a tense, emotionally charged investigation that would uncover far more than anyone expected. The search for Ivy would lead to a chilling discovery, a high-profile trial, and a lasting legacy of heartbreak, justice, and hope.
Sources:
“Ivanice Harris Murder: U.S. Marine charged in death of Las Vegas prostitute in Hawaii” by Stephanie Slifer on CBS News on September 24, 2013 (https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ivanice-harris-murder-us-marine-charged-in-death-of-las-vegas-prostitute-in-hawaii/)
“Woman Found Dead in Hawaii was Escort” by Kimberly A.C. Wilson and Noelle Crombie in The Oregonian on May 23, 2013
“Pimp of woman murdered in Hawaii sentenced to 3 years in prison” by Star-Advertiser Staff on The Star Advertiser on September 3, 2015 (https://www.staradvertiser.com/2015/09/03/hawaii-news/pimp-of-woman-murdered-in-hawaii-sentenced-to-3-years-in-prison-2/)
“Portland Woman’s Death Ruled Homicide” by Everton Bailey Jr. in The Oregonian on June 22, 2013
“EXCLUSIVE: Security video caught Marine with murder victim, but he claims he's innocent” on Hawaii News Now on June 7, 2013 (https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/22533707/breaking-man-suspected-of-killing-oregon-tourist-released-from-custody/)
“Hearing Opens for Marine Charged in Death” by Jennifer Sinco Kelleher in
“Marine Charged in Hawaii Killing” by Associated Press in The Oregonian on September 24, 2013
“Family, friends gather in North Portland to remember Ivy Harris following her death in Hawaii” on Oregon Live: The Oregonian on May 24, 2013 (https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2013/05/portlands_ivy_harris_remembere.html)
“Marine Accused of Killing Prostitute has Hearing” by Jennifer Sinco Kelleher in The Bulletin on September 26, 2013
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In the early 1970s, Edwin and Marsha Becker thought they’d found the perfect place to start their family—a quiet two-flat home nestled in the Chicago suburbs. The upper apartment would be theirs, the lower rented out for extra income. It all seemed ideal. The tenants were kind. The neighborhood, peaceful. But peace never lasts when something else is living in the house. It began subtly. Phones falling from their cradles. Cabinet doors slamming shut. Heavy footsteps echoing through empty rooms. Something was in the house and whatever it was, it wanted their attention. Whispers among neighbors spoke of death—of lives cut short within those walls. The Beckers believed they weren’t alone. And they were right. Desperate, Marsha pleaded with priests, ministers, psychics—anyone who might help. Most turned them away. But in 1971, two reverends answered the call. What followed was the first televised exorcism in American history—captured by NBC cameras. Listen in to hear the chilling true story of the Becker haunting. A story that the Becker’s couldn’t wait to leave behind.
YouTube - Becker Family Exorcism
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Paranormal Witness – Season 2 Finale – ‘The Tenants’
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In the heart of Illinois, the Joliet Correctional Center stands as one of the most infamous prisons in United States history— where shadows of the past still linger. Opened in 1858, Joliet quickly gained a dark reputation. Over its 140 years of operation, it housed thousands of inmates, from hardened criminals to political prisoners, many of whom never left its cold, stone walls alive. From brutal riots and deadly escapes to grim experiments and tragic deaths, the prison’s history is chilling. The true toll inside remains unknown, but it’s believed thousands perished behind those gates, often preferring the death penalty over a sentence at Joliet. Since its closing in 2002, Joliet has become a magnet for ghost hunters and thrill-seekers alike. Visitors report eerie footsteps echoing in empty halls, unexplained cold spots, and even sightings of shadowy figures lurking in the dark. Paranormal investigators swear the prison is one of the most haunted places in Illinois. For this story, we step inside Joliet to explore the chilling history and uncover the restless spirits that seemingly refuse to rest.
Sources:
“The Old Joliet Haunted Prison” by Travis K. on Exploring States on January 29, 2023 (https://exploringstates.com/hauntedlocation/the-old-joliet-haunted-prison/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
“Route 66 History” on National Historic Route 66 Federation (https://national66.org/pages/route-66-history#:~:text=Route%2066%20symbolized%20the%20renewed,it%20is%20only%20a%20memory)
“Joliet Correctional Center” on Society of Architectural Historians SAH Archipedia (https://sah-archipedia.org/buildings/IL-01-197-0047#:~:text=Boyington%2C%20one%20of%20the%20few,Revival%20porte%2Dcochere%20on%20Collins)
“Former Guard Acquitted in Escapes at Joliet Prison” by Bob Merrifield in The Chicago Tribune on May 25, 1990
“6 Felons, Including 3 Killers, Cut Bars to Flee Illinois Prison; 1 Caught” by Associated Press in The Los Angeles Times on February 12, 1990 (https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-02-12-mn-444-story.html)
“Joliet Prison Escapee is Back Behind Bars” by Jack Houston and Marja Mills in The Chicago Tribune on February 26, 1990
“Five inmates escape maximum-security prison” in the Tampa Bay Times on February 13, 1990 (https://www.tampabay.com/archive/1990/02/13/five-inmates-escape-maximum-security-prison/)
“Joliet Prison” on Destination Fear, Season 2, Episode 10 on Discovery+
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Project Fear on YouTube: “We Captured a Demon at Joliet Prison”
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In the heart of Moscow lies Bitsevski Park — a vast stretch of green with over 500 plant species, 33 types of mammals, and 79 species of birds. Locals come here to jog, play, and soak in nature. Among them, a quiet group gathers to play chess beneath the trees. Years ago, sat a teenage boy named Alexander Pichushkin. Quiet. Observant. He played chess with precision — not just for the love of the game, but for the control it offered. At school, he had been mocked, bullied, made to feel small. But in the park, with his fingers on the pieces, he felt powerful. No one knew that beneath his calm demeanor, a darker game was taking shape. In 1992, the first move was made. A man was found dead in the park — the beginning of a string of murders that would stretch for years. Pichushkin wasn’t just playing games anymore. He was chasing a goal: to kill as many people as there are squares on a chessboard. 64. He became known as The Chessboard Killer. This story is a grim reminder: sometimes, evil isn’t hiding in the shadows — it’s sitting across the table, waiting for your next move.
*We were able to obtain a full list of victims that was compiled and posted on a few social media sites. The names and some ages are listed below.
Full List of Victims:
July 27, 1992: Mikhail Odichuk
May 17, 2001: Yevgeny Pronin
May-June 2001: Vyacheslav Klimov
June 22, 2001: Yuri (surname unrevealed)
June 26, 2001: Nicholas Tikhomirov
June 29, 2001: Nicholas Filippov
July 2, 2001: Oleg Lvov
July 13, 2001: G.D. Safonov
July 14, 2001: Sergei Pavlov
July 20, 2001: V.P. Elistratov
July 21, 2001: Viktor Volkov, 54
July 26, 2001: Andrei Konovaltsev
January 18, 2002: Vyacheslav (surname unrevealed)
January 29, 2002: Andrew Veselovsky
February 13, 2002: Yuri Chumakov
February 23, 2002: Maria Viricheva, 19 (survived)
March 7, 2002: Boris Nesterov
March 8, 2002: Alexey Fedorov
March 10, 2002: Mikhail Lobov, 14 (survived)
August 24, 2002: G.M. Chervyakov
August 30, 2002: Egor Kudryavtsev
September 13, 2002: N.I. Ilyinsky
September 25, 2002: V.M. Minayev
September 30, 2002: S.V. Fedorov
November 2, 2002: A. Pushkov
November 12, 2002: V.N. Dolmatov
March 13, 2003: Andrei Maslov
March 27, 2003: V.P. Ilyin
April 4, 2003: Igor Kashtanov
April 6, 2003: Oleg Boyarov
May 10, 2003: V.P. Stanova
May 12, 2003: S.S. Chudin
May-October 2003: Vladimir (surname unrevealed)
October 14, 2003: Vladimir Fomin
November 14, 2003: Vladimir Fedosov
November 15, 2003: Konstantin Polikarpov (survived)
June 8, 2005: Liang Fatkulin
September 28, 2005: Yuri Kuznetsov
October 15, 2005: Nikolai Vorobyov
November 16, 2005: Nikolai Zakharchenko, 63
November 21, 2005: O. Lavrienko
November 28, 2005: V.I. Dudukin
December 6, 2005: Nikolai Koryagin
December 16, 2005: V.N. Soloviev
December 19, 2005: B.A. Grishin
December 26, 2005: A.N. Lyovochkin
February 27, 2006: J.N. Romashkin
March 4, 2006: Stepan Vasilenko
March 24, 2006: M.A. Joldoshev
April 12, 2006: Larissa Kulygina
June 14, 2006: Marina Moskalyova, 36
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Most of us are familiar with California - the land of sunshine, palm trees, and dreams. It's where stars are born, and where many chase the glittering promise of fame. Among them was Jasmine Fiore, a striking young woman with high ambitions. She wasn’t just a pretty face—Jasmine was an aspiring model and a savvy businesswoman, determined to carve out her place in the spotlight. For a time, her journey took her to Las Vegas, a city equally known for its dazzle and danger. It was there that she crossed paths with Ryan Jenkins. Their connection was instant and electric. Within just days of meeting, they decided to marry. Ryan, a Canadian-born real estate developer, had just wrapped filming a reality TV show for VH1, riding his own wave of fast-earned fame. But the relationship was definitely not the fairytale it appeared to be on the outside. Their relationship was full of many arguments that at times, turned physical. After a trip to San Diego in August 2009, Jasmine was discovered, brutally murdered. There had also been evidence of an attempt to cover up her identification. Eyes quickly turned to Ryan, but he had fled, no where to be found. As the investigation continued, the detectives uncovered a history of abuse as well as surveillance videos to help solve the case. However, no one could have prepared themselves for the way this case would end.
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“5 chilling details about Jasmine Fiores' murder” by Sanva Siddiqui on Sportskeeda on August 10, 2024 (https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/shows/5-chilling-details-jasmine-fiores-murder)
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In America today, more than 200,000 cold cases sit unsolved—each one a story without an ending. Every year, around 5,000 new names are added to that growing list. Behind every case is a family—grieving, waiting, and hoping for answers that never seem to come. For many, justice feels like a distant dream. That was the reality for the family and friends of Mary Catherine Edwards. To those who knew her, she was simply Catherine—a vibrant, kind-hearted woman with a magnetic smile and a soul built for teaching. At 33 years old, she had just begun her dream job as a second-grade teacher in Beaumont, Texas. Her classroom quickly became a sanctuary for kids facing chaos in their own lives. To them, Catherine was more than a teacher—she was hope. But in January of 1995, everything changed. On a quiet Saturday afternoon, Catherine was found brutally murdered in the bathroom of her townhouse. The news shook the community to its core. Who would want to hurt someone like her? There were no immediate answers. No suspects. No justice. And so, her case—like so many others—went cold. For 26 long years, those who loved Catherine lived in the shadow of the unknown. Everyone haunted by the silence. But sometimes, silence doesn't last forever. Thanks to advances in DNA technology and the relentless efforts of determined investigators, the truth finally came to light. In 2024, Catherine’s killer was identified and brought before a court—closing a chapter that began nearly three decades earlier. This is a story that reminds us that even the kindest souls can be touched by darkness—and that evil can hide in the most unexpected places.
Sources:
Law & Crime – Man Allegedly Refused to Leave Jail Cell for Extradition Hearing in ‘Terrible’ 1995 Cold Case Murder of Teacher – Alberto Luperon and Colin Kalmbacher – May 9, 2021 - https://lawandcrime.com/crime/man-allegedly-refused-to-leave-jail-cell-for-extradition-hearing-in-terrible-1995-cold-case-murder-of-teacher/
TheCinemaholic – Clayton Foreman: Where is the Killer Now? – Naman Shrestha – November 9, 2024 - https://thecinemaholic.com/clayton-foreman/
48 Hours
Abilene Reporter-News – Beaumont teacher drowned in bathtub – January 17, 1995
CBS News – Unexpected twist in Texas cold case murder probe: Victim was a bridesmaids in Killer’s wedding – Natalie Morales – November 12, 2024 - Unexpected twist in Texas cold case murder probe: Victim was a bridesmaid in killer's wedding - CBS News
MSN – Inside the Shocking Killing of Former Bridesmaid Found Handcuffed in Bathtub Years Before Groom’s Arrest - Samira Asma-Sadeque – November 6, 2025 - Inside the Shocking Killing of Former Bridesmaid Found Handcuffed in Bathtub Years Before Groom's Arrest
12NewsNow – Day 7 Jury finds man guilty in trial for 1995 cold-case murder of Beaumont Teacher – Jordan Williams – March 20, 2024 - Day 7 | Man found guilty in 1995 death of Beaumont teacher | 12newsnow.com
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search
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Massillon is a small city in northeast Ohio, steeped in tradition and pride. Known as the "City of Champions," its historic streets, close-knit community, and legendary high school football culture make it feel like the kind of place where everyone knows your name. It was here that 25-year-old Nick Stein came looking for a fresh start—to support his family and build a better future. But in February 2017, Nick vanished without a trace. His phone, social media, and bank accounts activity all stopped suddenly. As investigators dug deeper, attention turned to the people he was living with—three roommates: Kristin, Bryan, and Carl. Bryan had brought Nick to town with the promise of work, but the stories the roommates told didn’t add up. They were evasive, inconsistent, and clearly hiding something. For nearly a year, the case went cold—with investigators following every lead that came in - until one of the roommates, facing prison on unrelated charges, finally talked. What they revealed would unravel a chilling tale of betrayal, violence, and a cover-up buried deep beneath the surface of this quiet Ohio town.
Sources:
”Cemented in Fear” on How (Not) to Get Rid of a Body, Season 1, Episode 1 on Discovery+
”Massillon man was bound and beaten before slaying” by Dave Sereno on CantonRep.com – The Repository on November 14, 2018 (https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/courts/2018/11/14/massillon-man-was-bound-beaten/8376607007/)
“Murder Suspect Sentenced to Prison in Unrelated Case” by Samantha Ickes in The Akron Beacon Journal on June 9, 2018
“Man charged with murder after body found buried in cement in Massillon backyard” by The Associated Press on WKYC Studios on February 5, 2018 (https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/stark-county/massillon-man-charged-with-murder-after-body-found-buried-in-cement-in-backyard/95-514930205)
“Massillon Woman Pleads Guilty in Buried Body Case” by Samantha Ickes in The Akron Beacon Journal on October 11, 2018
“Woman pleads guilty in connection with Wadsworth man’s death” by Emily Channing-Dean on The Wadsworth Post (https://edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/article_popover.aspx?guid=13f93299-a074-455a-ab00-e2fb1b7550fa)
”Body Fund in Concrete Leads to Murder Case” by Massillon (AP) in The Bryan Times on February 6, 2018
“Love Triangle Gone Wrong: Ohio Man Accused of Killing Friend's Lover, Encasing Body in Concrete” by Chris Harris on PEOPLE on February 7, 2018 (https://people.com/crime/love-triangle-ohio-man-allegedly-killed-friends-lover/)
“Officials Identify Body Found in Yard” in The Springfield News-Sun on February 18, 2018
“Man charged in connection with body found buried behind Massillon home” by Drew Scofield on News 5 Cleveland on February 5, 2018 (https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/oh-stark/man-charged-in-connection-with-body-found-buried-behind-massillon-home)
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Christie Holt and Marcus Garvin grew up in a little town called Homecroft, Indiana. Christie was raised with four siblings, but at just 12 years old she was forced out of her family home. She found shelter with her aunt and cousins. Marcus, on the other hand, was brought up by his grandparents. Their paths crossed at Perry Township High School. Christie was 16, and in Marcus, she found something she hadn't experienced before: a sense of being seen. For someone who had always felt like she didn’t quite belong, Marcus felt like home. Their connection was intense, immediate. Young love blossomed quickly, and the two became inseparable. But while their romance started with tenderness, the years that followed would tell a different story. After graduation, the warmth Marcus once showed began to shift. He grew possessive, jealous—convinced Christie was being unfaithful, though there was no reason to believe it. Slowly, his love became control. His affection turned to accusations. Friends and family saw the signs and tried to pull Christie away, but she had become isolated. She clung to the belief that no one understood Marcus the way she did. She searched tirelessly for the good in him, even as the darkness grew.Then came July 2021, where within the wooded area to the rear of the motel a body was discovered. The story that began with young love in a quiet Indiana town had ended in tragedy. What happened in those final days? Had Marcus’s obsession finally turned fatal?
National Domestic Violence Hotline
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Law & Crime – ‘She deserved it’: Man fatally stabs ex-girlfriend 51 times after he caught her making fun of him with her new boyfriend – Jason Kandel – June 6, 2023 - Marcus Garvin admitted to fatally stabbing Christie Holt
American Monster – Season 12, Episode 6 – Love is Deaf
Fox59 – Man pleads guilty to brutally murdering girlfriend while on GPS monitoring – Matt Christie – June 6, 2023 - Man pleads guilty to murdering girlfriend while on GPS monitoring
Fox59 – Parents feel betrayed after daughter’s murderer accepts plea deal with 45-year sentence – Steve Brown – June 22, 2023 - Christie Holt parents unhappy with Marcus Garvin plea deal
Find a Grave – Christie Lynn Chase Holt - Christie Lynn Chase Holt (1991-2021) - Find a Grave Memorial
A Woman’s Place – Domestic Violence - Facts & Statistics - A WOMAN'S PLACE
Wikipedia – Homecroft, Indiana - Homecroft, Indiana - Wikipedia
The Cinemaholic – Christie Holt Murder: Where is Marcus Garvin Now? – Shivangi Sinha – July 20, 2024 - Christie Holt parents unhappy with Marcus Garvin plea deal
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With a population slightly over 2000, Chuluota, FL offers a peaceful lifestyle with close-knit community vibes. Just a short 30 minute drive from Orlando, residents of Chuluota enjoy the quiet environment, minimal traffic, and low crime rate making it an ideal family-friendly location. Margaret and Chad Amato chose Chuluota to raise their 3 sons: Jason, Cody and Grant. A seemingly picture perfect family would prove otherwise on a fateful day. In January 2019, authorities discovered the bodies of Chad, Margaret, and Cody Amato. Suspicion quickly fell on the other member of the family living in the home, who had not been located: Grant. Grant had had recently been kicked out of the house after stealing money from family members and being sent to rehab to deal with an obsession and his depression. After an intense interview, Grant maintained his innocence, even though the circumstantial evidence was overwhelming. Despite the lack of physical evidence, authorities arrested Grant for the triple homicide and took him to trial. This case proves obsessions can turn to madness, making even the most unsuspecting people commit brutal acts of violence.
Sources:“Did Amato try to Pin Killings on Kin?” by Michael Williams in The Orlando Sentinel on July 24, 2019
“Grant Amato Murdered His Family for a Webcam Model He Never Met” by Sarah Kuta on A&E True Crime Blog on October 19, 2021 (https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/amato-family-murders)
“Deputies: Man Killed Family over Money Sent to ‘Call Girl’” by Sara Nealeigh in The Bradenton Herald on January 30, 2019
“Grant Amato found guilty of killing mother, father and brother” by ClickOrlando.com Staff on ClickOrlando on August 1, 2019 (https://www.clickorlando.com/news/2019/08/01/grant-amato-found-guilty-of-killing-mother-father-and-brother/)
“Man arrested for killing family, stealing $210K to send to woman he met on porn site” by Associated Press on NBC News on January 29, 2019 (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/man-arrested-killing-family-stealing-210k-send-woman-he-met-n963901)
“Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty for Chuluota Man” by Michael Williams in The Orlando Sentinel on February 15, 2019
“Where Is Grant Amato Now? All About the Convicted Murderer at the Center of Ctrl+Alt+Desire” by Jessica Sager on People Entertainment on April 16, 2024 (https://people.com/where-is-grant-amato-now-8634157)
“Victims In Chuluota Triple Homicide ID'd; Person of Interest Released” by Spectrum News Staff on Spectrum News 13 on January 27, 2019 (https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/crime/2019/01/27/victims-in-chuluota-triple-homicide-idd-person-of-interest-released)
“Man who Killed Seminole County Family Accused in Hitman Plot to Murder Reality TV star” by Senait Gebregiorgis on Wesh 2 News on March 13, 2025 (https://www.wesh.com/article/seminole-county-man-hitman-plot-to-murder-tv-star/64178214)
“Crime Scene Analysts Testify” by Michael Williams in The Orlando Sentinel on July 25, 2019
“Grant Amato Found Guilty of Murdering Parents, Brother” by Asher Wildman on Spectrum News 13 on July 31, 2019 (https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2019/07/31/grant-amato-reverses-course--decides-not-to-testify-as-defense-rests)
“Grant Amato gets life for killing parents, brother over Bulgarian webcam model” by Jeff Weiner on The Ledger on August 12, 2019 (https://www.theledger.com/story/news/crime/2019/08/13/grant-amato-gets-life-for-killing-parents-brother-over-bulgarian-webcam-model/4411093007/)
“Murder and the Sex Cam Model” on Killer Cases season 2 episode 2 on HULU
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For this episode we discuss the horror that took place in Edgewater Florida in March of 1991. Norman and Virginia Larzelere seemingly had it all, beautiful kids, the big house, the yachts, the successful dentistry practice. But we all know that appearances aren’t what they seem. Behind the doors of their perfect home, something sinister was festering. Would it be greed that would cause the evil that unfolded that day in March of 1991 at an unsuspecting dental office or would it be something even darker?
Sources:
AMC+ - It Shouldn’t have Happened Here: Season 1, Episode 14
Orlando Sentinel – Murky past shadows slain dentist’s wife – Pat LaMee – May 27, 1991
Orlando Sentinel – Biological father defends son – Pat LaMee – May 27, 1991
The Orlando Sentinel – Larzelere insured to the hilt – Sean Somerville – February 7, 1992
The Orlando Sentinel – Larzelere kids divide $800,000 – Pat LaMee – October 31, 1992
The Orlando Sentinel – Larzelere’s lawyers bash Edgewater police probe – Sean Somerville – February 20, 1992
The Orlando Sentinel – Dental assistant: Killer resembled Jason – Sean Somerville – August 27, 1992
The Orlando Sentinel – Pat LaMee – June 16, 1994 – Settlement ends Larzelere Civil Trial
The Orlando Sentinel – Murder in Edgewater – 2 held in Larzelere killing – June 30, 1991
Wikipedia – Edgewater, Volusia County, Florida - Edgewater, Volusia County, Florida - Wikipedia
The Cinemaholic – Virginia Larzelere Now: Where is Norman Larzelere’s Killer Today? – Viswa Vanapalli – June 11, 2022 - Virginia Larzelere Now: Where is Norman Larzelere's Killer Today? Update
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Darke County, Ohio, is a quiet patch of the Midwest—where over 51,000 residents enjoy a slower pace of life. Life there is simple, tight-knit, and steeped in community spirit. At the heart of that community were Jack and Linda Myers. Married for seven years, both had come from previous marriages, blending their families into one loving unit. Linda’s adult three children and Jack’s son meshed like pieces of a puzzle. Together, they lived on a 40-acre farm, where family cookouts and lazy afternoons were the norm. Jack and Linda were the anchors—steady, kind, and generous. But in 2003, the serenity of that small-town life was shattered. One March morning, the Myer’s four-year-old great-grandson arrived at preschool alone—his clothes soaked in blood. When deputies arrived at the Myers farm, they were met with a violent scene. Everyone wondered who could do this? And why? The couple was loved in the area. With leads scarce, fear spread. Then came a tip from a family friend and suddenly, the investigation turned toward the unlikeliest of suspects, someone no one would have imagined. This story reminds us that even in the most peaceful places, darkness can hide in plain sight—and that the greatest betrayals sometimes come from those closest to us.
Sources:
“Suspect to be Arraigned in Two Murders” in The Sidney Daily News on March 31, 2003
“Jack and Linda Myers were shot by an intruder while they slept. A long list of suspects was quickly narrowed down to the likeliest, but investigators lacked evidence, at least initially” on Forensic Files on July 25, 2008 (https://www.forensicfilesfiles.com/gregg-myers-shotgun-murder-of-jack-linda-myers.php)
“Suspect Held in Darke Double Homicide” by Wes Hills in The Dayton Daily News on March 31, 2003
“Little Boy Claims His Grandpa And Grandma ‘Melted' — What Happened To The Myers' Family?” by Joe Dziemianowicz on Oxygen True Crime on September 12, 2021 (https://www.oxygen.com/in-ice-cold-blood/crime-news/gregg-myers-killed-his-dad-stepmom-to-inherit-ohio-farm)
“Linda Myers’ Grandson Aids Investigation” by Linda Moody in The Troy Daily News on April 1, 2003
“Jack and Linda Myers: Killed for the Farm” by Rebecca Reisner on Forensic Files Now on July 12, 2019 (https://forensicfilesnow.com/index.php/2019/07/12/jack-and-linda-myers-killed-for-the-farm/)
“Victims’ Kin Sure Killer will be Found” by Ben Sutherly in The Dayton Daily News on March 29, 2003
“The Green Monster” on American Monster on Discovery+ 2017
”In the Bag” on Forensic Files; Season 12, Episode 20 on Amazon Prime
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Hello everyone and welcome to our third bonus episode. This episode we discuss the murder for hire plot against Ghost Adventures star, Aaron Goodwin. To everyone that knew them it seemed like Aaron and his wife Victoria had a happy and loving marriage. But we all know that appearances can be deceiving. While filming for the new season of Ghost Adventures, Aaron was blissfully unaware of the evil plan that his wife, Victoria had for him. After building a pen pal relationship with a man currently incarcerated in Florida for murder, Victoria decided that she wasn’t going to divorce Aaron, she was going to make sure that he no longer existed. Tune in to hear what we know now.
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MSN – ‘Ghost Adventures’ star Aaron Goodwin’s wife pleads guilty to conspiracy to murder charge – Christina Dugan Ramirez – April 16, 2025 - 'Ghost Adventures' star Aaron Goodwin's wife pleads guilty to conspiracy to murder charge
People – Who is Aaron Goodwin’s Estranged Wife? What to know about Victoria Goodwin and her alleged plot to murder the Ghost Adventures Star – Emily Blackwood – April 16, 2025 - Who Is Aaron Goodwin's Estranged Wife? What to Know About Victoria Goodwin
Law and Crime – ‘Am I a bad person?’: Soon-to-be ex-wife of ‘Ghost Adventures’ star pleads guilty to murder-for-hire plot – Jamie Frevele – April 16, 2025 - ‘Am I a bad person?’: Soon-to-be ex-wife of ‘Ghost Adventures’ star pleads guilty to murder-for-hire plot
New York Post – ‘Ghost Adventures’ star Aaron Goodwin’s wife pleads guilty to plotting his murder – Isabel Keane – April 16, 2025 - ‘Ghost Adventures’ star Aaron Goodwin’s wife pleads guilty to plotting his murder
CourtTV – Wife of ‘Ghost Adventures’ star faces reduced charges in alleged plot – Ivy Brown – April 10, 2025 - Wife of ‘Ghost Adventures’ star faces reduced charges in alleged plot
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From the moment a child is born, a mother’s life changes forever. She gives her love freely, her time unconditionally, and her wisdom piece by piece, hoping to raise a kind soul. She teaches right from wrong, instills values, and dreams of the day her child will walk confidently into the world — carrying a bit of her heart with them. And when they finally leave the nest, every mother hopes she’s done enough. That her child will thrive, find happiness, and maybe one day return — not in need, but in love. To visit. To care. To give back. Margaret Craig believed in that dream. At 71, she had spent a lifetime working hard, raising her family, giving all she had. She looked forward to quiet days, warm memories, and the comfort of being surrounded by those she loved. What she never imagined… was that one of them would turn on her. And as horrifying as that is… what came next was even darker.
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NBC Washington – Maryland woman found guilty of murdering, dismembering her mother with chainsaw – Maggie More and Darcy Spencer – November 2, 2024 - Maryland woman found guilty of murdering, dismembering her mother with chainsaw – NBC4 Washington
NBC Washington – Woman’s daughter, granddaughter accused of her murder, dismembering remains with a chainsaw in Landover – Darcy Spencer – June 5, 2023 - Police: woman’s daughter, granddaughter killed, dismembered her – NBC4 Washington
CBS News – Mother and daughter charged after 71 year-old grandmother allegedly killed at home – Emily Mae Czachor – June 5, 2023 - Mother and daughter charged after 71-year-old grandmother allegedly killed at home - CBS News
Law & Crime – Mother tried cooking chicken to cover up smell of grandma’s murdered body, daughter testifies – October 31, 2024 – Jason Kandel - Mom tried to cook chicken to cover up murder scent: Daughter
WTOP News – Relatives describe what they saw in home of MD. Mother, whose daughter is on trial in her killing, dismemberment – John Domen – October 24, 2024 - Relatives describe what they saw in home of Md. mother, whose daughter is on trial in her killing, dismemberment - WTOP News
Law & Crime – ‘Cruel and criminal’: Mother and daughter charged after grandmother found decomposing in her own basement – Colin Kalmbacher – June 5, 2023 - Candace Craig, Salia Hardy charged in Margaret Craig's death
NY Daily News – Woman who killed, dismembered and grilled mom gets life sentence – February 20, 2025 – Muri Assuncao - Woman who killed, dismembered and grilled mom gets life sentence
CrimeOnline – Daughter who dismembered, cooked mother on charcoal grill learns fate – November 2, 2024 – Shanon Quaranta - Daughter Who Dismembered, Cooked Mother on Charcoal Grill Learns Fate – Crime Online
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Stretching across 22% of the state of New Jersey, the Pine Barrens is a vast reserve of wilderness. If you’re from New Jersey, you’ve likely heard the stories this Jersey Devil, said to stalk the Pine Barrens for nearly three centuries. Part bat, part beast, and all terror, it’s a tale that begins as early as 1735. The legend tells of a woman, giving birth to a child which then turned into a grotesque monster, with features such as bat like wings, claws for hands and deer-like antlers. Throughout the 1800s, sightings trickled in — farmers finding mutilated livestock, travelers glimpsing a flying creature, hunters hearing unidentifiable screeches through the trees. But it was January of 1909 that shook the region. For six straight days, panic gripped New Jersey as thousands reported encounters with this beastly creature, including Police officers. Even now, the legend is alive with people still reporting sightings of the Jersey Devil.
So, is the Jersey Devil real? Or is it just a tale twisted through generations — folklore born of fear and kept alive by the darkness in the trees?
Sources:“Jersey Devil - Fact or Fiction?” on Atlantic County New Jersey (https://www.atlanticcountynj.gov/government/government-information/history-of-atlantic-county/jersey-devil-fact-or-fiction)
“Jersey Devil” on State of New Jersey: Pinelands Commission (https://www.nj.gov/pinelands/infor/educational/facts/jerseydevil.shtml)
“The Jersey Devil and Folklore” on Pinelands Preservation Alliance (https://pinelandsalliance.org/learn-about-the-pinelands/pinelands-history-and-culture/the-jersey-devil-and-folklore/)
“The Jersey Devil” by Mark and Mark on Weird N.J.: Your Travel Guide to New Jersey's Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets on January 15, 2024 (https://weirdnj.com/stories/jersey-devil/)
“Daniel Leeds (1651-1720) & Japheth Leeds (1682-1748)” on Hossier Kin (https://www.hoosierkin.com/blog/leedsjerseydevil)
https://www.nps.gov/pine/index.htm#:~:text=This%20is%20truly%20a%20special,of%20farms%2C%20forests%20and%20wetlands
“What Can We Learn from the Pine Barrens?” by Horticulture on Madison Square Park Conservancy on October 6, 2021 (https://madisonsquarepark.org/community/news/2021/10/what-can-we-learn-from-the-pine-barrens/)
“Daniel Leeds: The Real Jersey Devil” by Daniel Nadel on Owlcation on March 11, 2025 (https://owlcation.com/social-sciences/Daniel-Leeds-The-Real-Jersey-Devil)
“1909: The devil went down to Jersey” by Jon Blackwell in The Trentonian (https://www.capitalcentury.com/1909.html)
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It was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime. In the summer of 2014, 28-year-old Lars Mittank left Germany for the very first time. He and five of his closest friends were headed to the sun-soaked beaches of Varna, Bulgaria — to the stunning Golden Sands Resort. Days were spent lounging by the Black Sea. Nights turned electric with music, drinks, and stories. But one night, everything changed. Lars got into a heated argument with a group of men at a bar. Nothing physical — just words. But later that same night, he was attacked. No one knows for sure if it was the same men, but Lars walked away with a ruptured eardrum. He was supposed to fly home the next morning but doctors at a local clinic advised him not to board the plane. Flying could make the injury worse. So Lars made a decision: he’d stay behind alone for a few more days while he healed. That’s when things took a darker turn. Just hours after his friends flew back to Germany, Lars called his mother. His voice trembled. He said people were after him — that he was being followed, and they were getting closer. Paranoia seemed to grip him out of nowhere. And then… he vanished. Lars Mittank was last seen on CCTV, sprinting out of Varna Airport. He ran out of frame — and out of the lives of everyone who knew him. He has never been seen since. Join us as we unravel the mystery of the man who disappeared without a trace — in a foreign land, under mysterious circumstances — and has remained missing for over a decade.
Facebook - Find Lars Mittank
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Wikipedia – Disappearance of Lars Mittank - Disappearance of Lars Mittank - Wikipedia
Missing People CCTV Footage – Missing People CCTV Footage: Lars Mittank (UPDATED) -Missing People CCTV Footage: Lars Mittank (UPDATED)
LadBible – Horrific theory about what happened to man who ran out of airport without belongings and disappeared forever – Brenna Cooper – September 7, 2024 - Horrific theory about what happened to man who ran out of airport without belongings and disappeared forever
Wikipedia – Varna, Bulgaria - Varna, Bulgaria - Wikipedia
All that’s interesting – What happened to Lars Mittank, the German Tourist who vanished near a Bulgarian Airport? – Tim Brinkhof and Jaclyn Anglis – March 11, 2022 - The Disappearance Of Lars Mittank And The Haunting Story Behind It
Mayo Clinic – Ruptured eardrum - Ruptured eardrum (perforated eardrum) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic – Cefprozil - Cefprozil (oral route) - Mayo Clinic
YouTube – Varna Vanishing: The Unsolved Disappearance of Lars Mittank – Cold Case Detective - Varna Vanishing: The Unsolved Disappearance of Lars Mittank | True Crime Documentary
YouTube – Disturbing Footage NO ONE can explain – The Lars Mittank Story – Mr. Ballen - Disturbing footage NO ONE can explain | The Lars Mittank Story
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Pepperell, Massachusetts is a small, suburban town located in Middlesex County, known for its picturesque New England charm. Frank Bowen and his daughters Tina and Karen made their home in Pepperell. Just one year prior, they'd lost their wife and mother to a cruel and lingering battle with cancer. Frank, now a single father, was struggling—working long hours to keep a roof over their heads, often leaving the girls alone in the house. The girls, in their grief, tried reaching out to their mother—pleading for a sign. What they got... was something else entirely. At first, Frank dismissed their stories of these random noises and odd occurrences. Grief does strange things to the mind. But then came that night—December, 1986—when everything changed. After being tormented by these strange occurrences for months, the Bowens came face to face with what was causing the nightmare, but it was nothing like they expected. The Bowens were the victims of a sick mind. This sick mind would also go on to ruin the Gustafson family in the most horrific way imaginable.
Sources:
“Inside the Mind of Daniel LaPlante: From Outcast to Murderer” by 10 Minute Murder on December 18, 2024 (https://www.10minutemurder.com/blog/inside-the-mind-of-daniel-laplante-from-outcast-to-murderer/)
“Suspect in Slayings is Captured” by Kevin Cullen, Diego Ribadeneira and Doris Sue Wong in The Boston Globe on December 4, 1987
“The Infamous Case of Daniel LaPlante (Massachusetts)” by Dark Downeast (https://darkdowneast.com/daniellaplante/)
“Alleged Slayer of Former Barrington Woman Arraigned” by AYER (UPI) in The Berkshire Eagle on December 5, 1987
“Victim Memorials: Priscilla Gustafson, Abigail Gustafson, William Gustafson, and unborn baby” on NOVJM (https://teenkillers.org/memorials/massachusetts-victims/priscilla-gustafson-abigail-gustafson-william-gustafson-and-unborn-baby/)
“LaPlante Attempted to Cover Up Rape of Victim, Investigators Say” by Kevin Cullen in The Boston Globe on December 8, 1987
“Daniel LaPlante Hid In Walls Before Murdering Pregnant Woman and Her Children” by Cydney Contreras on Oxygen True Crime on July 28, 2023 (https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/daniel-laplante-murder-priscilla-gustafson-family)
“The Terrifying True Story of Daniel LaPlante” by Deji Akomolafe on HORROR in June 2024 (https://vocal.media/horror/the-terrifying-true-story-of-daniel-la-plante)
“This is the SCARIEST BASEMENT story you will ever hear” on MrBallen Podcast on November 27, 2024 (https://www.happyscribe.com/public/mrballen-podcast/this-is-the-scariest-basement-story-you-will-ever-hear)
“Bump in the Night” on YOUR WORST NIGHTMARE, Season 2, Episode 1 – Discovery+ in 2015
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Deep in the ancient waterways of Xochimilco, lies a place that most people would never dare to tread. This is the infamous Isla de las Muñecas, the Island of the Dolls. It all began in the mid-20th century when a man named Don Julian Santana Barrera, sought refuge on this island. But what he didn’t know is that the island that seemed like the perfect escape had long been home to something far darker. One day shortly after his arrival, Don stumbled upon a horrifying sight—a lifeless young girl, the cause of death a tragic drowning. As if answering a twisted call, a child’s doll appeared on the water’s surface, drifting aimlessly toward Don. He assumed it must have been the drowned girls, and so he hung the doll from a tree, thinking it would honor her memory. That night and every night after that, the spirit of the little girl began to visit him. Desperate to appease her restless soul, Don began collecting more dolls. But these dolls did not bring peace. Instead, they seemed to attract more... unwanted visitors. Don would often speak of shadowy figures, disembodied voices and unexplainable noises. Were these the spirits that had always haunted the island, or had they been awakened by the dolls themselves? Even decades after Don’s passing, all that remains today are the dolls, hanging from every tree, their lifeless eyes always staring. Tune in if you dare, to hear the chilling tale of the Island of the Dolls—where the past never truly dies, and the dolls... never stop watching.
Sources:
Discovery - October 31, 2019 - The Island of the Dolls Has a Murky and Terrifying History | Discovery
Wikipedia – The Island of the Dolls - The Island of the Dolls - Wikipedia
Travel Mexico Solo – How to Visit the Island of the Dolls in Mexico City (It’s Not as Easy as You Think) – Shelley – December 3, 2024 - How to Visit the Island of the Dolls in Mexico City (It's Not as Easy as You Think)
ABC News – The spooky story behind the Mexican Island of Dolls brings chills to those who visit – October 29, 2022 - The spooky story behind the Mexican Island of Dolls bring chills to those who visit - ABC News
American Oceans – The Terrifying Island of Dolls in Mexico That’s Straight Out of a Horror Film - The Terrifying Island of Dolls in Mexico That's Straight Out of a Horror Film
AmysCrypt – YouTube – TRAPPED on the ISLAND of DEAD DOLLS (Terrifying)
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Wikipedia – Chinampa - Chinampa - Wikipedia
Monsters & Critics – The very creepy Island of Dolls with Josh Gates’ Destination Truth – October 20, 2017 – James Wray - The very creepy Island of Dolls with Josh Gates' Destination Truth
Horror Stuck – The Island of the Dolls: Mexico’s Eerie Sanctuary of the Soulless - The Island of the Dolls: Mexico's Eerie Sanctuary of the Soulless - Horror Stuck
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