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Morning Cup of Murder

Ever wonder what crime took place on today’s date in true crime history? If so, sit back and grab a cup of coffee as you enjoy your daily dose of True Crime. Your host, Korina Biemesderfer, guides you through a dark history lesson, with tales of murder, abduction, serial killers, cults, and more in this short-form DAILY true crime podcast, that has been downloaded over 30 Million times. Remember, stay safe.

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Vina del Mar Psychopaths - August 5 2023 Aug 05, 2023

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August 5th: Vina del Mar Psychopaths' First Murder (1980)
One active serial killer is bad enough. Two, working together, makes things even worse. On August 5th 1980 two Chilean serial killers, working together, took the life of what would be their first of many victims.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vi%C3%B1a_del_Mar_psychopaths, https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psic%C3%B3patas_de_Vi%C3%B1a_del_Mar, https://www.wattpad.com/amp/832064518

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The Disappearance of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman - August 4 2023 Aug 04, 2023

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August 4th: Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman Murdered (2002)
When children go missing the fight to try and find them becomes more desperate by the second. On August 4th 2002 a pair of best friends went out for a snack and were never seen again. The investigation into their disappearance was fast, desperate and, in the end, devastating.
*Suggested by Mel Brown on Instagram and Martin Cleaver on Facebook*
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soham_murders, https://inews.co.uk/culture/holly-wells-jessica-chapman-what-happened-soham-murders-ian-huntley-channel-5-documentary-1510021, https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/20220309135021/soham-murders-holly-jessica-what-happened/, https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/reports/a11435528/soham-murders-jessica-chapman-holly-wells-ian-huntley/, https://www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk/tv/soham-murders-ian-huntley-holly-wells-jessica-chapman-murder-how/, https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/ian-huntley-now-prison-throat-26421998, https://www.nationalworld.com/culture/television/holly-wells-and-jessica-chapman-soham-killer-ian-huntley-3602615

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A Hasty Courtroom Decision - August 3rd 2023 Aug 03, 2023

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August 3rd: Kenneth L. Curtis Born (1965)
There’s a first time for everything. On August 3rd 1965 a man was born who would commit a crime that landed him, not only in a courtroom, but in a hospital for an extended period of time. A man who everyone thought couldn’t stand trial but, much later, proved that decision may have been a little too hasty.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_L._Curtis, https://www.nytimes.com/1997/12/07/nyregion/shot-in-the-head-a-murder-suspect-goes-free-then-to-college.html, https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-killer-released-on-parole-2200445.php, https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1999-dec-04-mn-40924-story.html

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True Crime and Hollywood - August 2 2023 Aug 02, 2023

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August 2nd: Bernie Tiede Born (1958)
True crime has been getting the Hollywood treatment for decades. This story is no exception. On August 2nd 1958 a man was born whose story would capture the attention of a director. The movie about his crime then influenced others to fight for a fair trial.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernie_Tiede, https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/what-to-make-of-bernie-tiede-now/, https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/midnight-in-the-garden-of-east-texas/, https://www.grunge.com/357384/bernie-the-truth-about-bernie-tiede-and-marjorie-nugents-relationship/, https://www.grunge.com/355180/what-you-didnt-know-about-murderer-bernie-tiede/, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/murder/bernie-marge-the-mysterious-case-of-the-murderous-mortician-the-wealthy-widow

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An Investigation Gone Wrong - August 1 2023 Aug 01, 2023

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August 1st: Arrest Made in the Charlene Downes Case (2017)
Sometimes an investigation can unlock so much more than just who the killer is. On August 1st 2017 a man was arrested in a case that, though it remains unsolved, saw the uncovering of a darkness within the town that many had no clue was happening right under their noses.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Charlene_Downes#Murder_trial, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10333501/Charlene-Downes-brother-Robert-collapses-dies-aged-just-30.html, https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/2094255/charlene-downes-missing-teen-murder/, https://www.lancashire.police.uk/campaigns/charlene-downes/, https://jenbaldwin77.medium.com/the-unsolved-murder-of-charlene-downes-89d9fcb9954b

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The Gamble of Releasing a Young Killer - July 31 2023 Jul 31, 2023

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July 31st: Yukio Yamaji Arrested for the First Time (2000)
When a dangerous person is released it’s always a gamble. On one hand, there is a chance for reform. On the other, there is a chance for escalation. On July 31st 2000 a young offender was arrested for a brutal crime. One that, when released a few years later, seemed to be just the start of what he was truly capable of.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yukio_Yamaji, https://morbidology.com/the-osaka-sister-killer-yukio-yamaji/, https://s-a-ozbourne.medium.com/the-story-of-one-of-japans-youngest-serial-killers-d5220db20cb8, https://murderpedia.org/male.Y/y/yamaji-yukio.htm, https://japantoday.com/category/features/kuchikomi/silent-execution-of-osaka-sisters-killer

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A Twisted Murder in the HI-FI Shop - July 30 2023 Jul 30, 2023

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July 30th: William Andrews executed (Hi Fi Murders)(1992)
When a plan is made amongst dangerous men there is a chance they will leave behind a trail of bodies. On July 30th 1992 one man in a group of assailants was executed for the crime that cost 3 individuals their lives and irrevocably changed 2 more.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hi-Fi_murders, https://www.ranker.com/list/ogden-hi-fi-facts/jessika-gilbert, https://murderpedia.org/male.A/a1/andrews-william.htm, https://www.grunge.com/331106/the-messed-up-truth-about-the-hi-fi-murders/, http://www.morbidtourism.com/locations/id/6089e65e55fc2e6540fd634a

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The Unsolved Murder of the Frome Family - July 29 2023 Jul 29, 2023

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July 29th: Hazel Frome Born (1888)
When some cases grow cold we get theory upon theory from people trying to connect all the loose ends. On July 29th 1888 the matriarch, and one key aspect of today’s story, was born. Her death, along with that of her daughter, would launch one of the largest investigations in Texas and see theories that, though incredibly interesting, have yet to solve their cold case.
https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/unsolved-crimes/, https://www.nydailynews.com/true-crime-justice-story/ny-sierra-diablo-murders-mother-daughter-20220507-c7mzwg3klneh5bhzsta3lfvkve-story.html, http://strangeco.blogspot.com/2021/05/horror-in-west-texas-frome-murders.html, ,https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=MT19380406.2.23&e=-------en--20--1--txt-txIN--------1, https://www.mercurynews.com/2013/04/04/berkeley-a-look-back-city-shocked-by-sensational-double-murder/, http://malefactorsregister.com/wp/dumb-luck/

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An International Murder Mystery - July 28 2023 Jul 28, 2023

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July 28th: Sophie Du Plantier Born (1957)
What happens when your safe retreat becomes a nightmare? On July 28th 1957 a woman was born who would travel to her holiday home for some rest and relaxation. A trip that would end up being her very last.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Sophie_Toscan_du_Plantier, https://www.biography.com/news/sophie-toscan-du-plantier-murder, https://www.moviemaker.com/10-haunting-details-sophie-toscan-du-plantier-murder-case-ian-bailey/, https://www.irishpost.com/news/sophie-toscan-du-plantiers-murder-was-sparked-by-argument-over-bottle-of-wine-insider-claims-222743, https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/news/sophie-toscan-du-plantier-death-probe-moves-to-fresh-witness-interviews-amid-suggestions-gardai-may-revive-immunity-provisions-in-the-case-41560292.html, https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/sophie-toscan-du-plantiers-killer-25736017

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When defusing a situation goes wrong - July 27 2023 Jul 27, 2023

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July 27th: Sammy Yatim Killed (2013)
Understanding someone’s actions isn't’ always a simple task. On July 27th 2013 a young man acting completely out of character placed himself and others in danger. The attempt to understand the actions of a man sent to diffuse the situation would end up causing protests, many court dates, and international outrage.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Sammy_Yatim, https://localwiki.org/toronto/Sammy_Yatim, https://globalnews.ca/news/5775283/sammy-yatim-family-angry-day-parole-granted-james-forcillo/, https://globalnews.ca/news/5708077/inquest-sammy-yatim-toronto-police/, https://nationalpost.com/news/toronto/toronto-cop-sentenced-to-six-years-in-sammy-yatims-shooting-death-released-on-bail-while-he-appeals

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