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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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A Custody Battle Gone Wrong - February 11 2026 Feb 11, 2026

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February 11th: Christine Belford Killed (2013)

When you tie your life to another person by taking the vow of marriage, you hope beyond all hope that you’ve chosen the right one. On February 11th 2013 two women were killed in a case that, when investigators dug deeper, all boiled down to a bad marriage and an even worse custody battle.

https://www.justice.gov/usao-de/pr/three-members-matusiewicz-family-convicted-federal-stalking-crimes-resulting-murder, https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/three-family-members-receive-life-sentences-courthouse-murder-conspiracy, https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/landmark-cyberstalking-case-results-in-life-sentences-for-three-family-members, https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/baltimore/press-releases/2013/three-members-of-matusiewicz-family-indicted-for-federal-stalking-crimes-resulting-in-courthouse-murders, https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/crime/2016/02/18/david-matusiewicz-amy-gonzalez-sentencing/80518104/, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/delaware-court-gunmans-son-daughter-sentenced-to-life-in-prison/, https://www.oxygen.com/fatal-family-feuds/crime-news/what-happened-to-christine-belfords-killer-thomas-matusiewicz, https://whyy.org/articles/christine-belfords-neighbors-paint-picture-of-violence-leading-up-to-the-courthouse-shooting-in-wilmington/, https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/crime/2017/05/04/matusiewicz-siblings-argue-appeal-cyberstalking-case/101288736/

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The Unsolved Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre - February 10 2026 Feb 10, 2026

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February 10th: Las Cruces Bowling Alley Massacre (1990)

One would expect that a massacre, one that left behind witnesses and evidence, would be easy to solve. On February 10th 1990 a truly devastating event took place in New Mexico. A case that remains unsolved despite the killers leaving behind witnesses.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Cruces_bowling_alley_massacre, https://www.ktsm.com/news/las-cruces-police-still-searching-for-suspects-in-1990-bowling-alley-massacre/, https://kvia.com/news/2024/02/09/las-cruces-approaches-34th-anniversary-of-bowling-alley-massacre/, https://www.ktsm.com/local/el-paso-news/las-cruces-police-still-searching-for-suspects-in-3-decade-old-bowling-alley-massacre/, https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/las-cruces-police-continue-to-ask-for-tips-for-1990-bowling-alley-case-new-mexico-amador-avenue-cold-case, https://www.ktsm.com/video/34-years-since-the-las-cruces-bowling-alley-massacre/9420536/

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The Ouija Board Jury - February 9 2026 Feb 09, 2026

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The Dead Mans Trigger - February 8 2026 Feb 08, 2026

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February 8th: Anthony Kiritsis Takes Richard Hall Hostage (1977)

Some people become desperate when they are trying to get their point across. On February 8th 1977 a man took things a few steps too far to try and make his feelings heard. Placing another man’s life in danger in order to get his point across.

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Terror on the Train Tracks - February 7 2026 Feb 07, 2026

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February 7th: Tami Engstrom Goes Out (1991)

Crossing paths with the wrong person can change your life forever. And sometimes, in the worst ways possible. On February 7th 1991 a young woman went out to a bar and crossed paths with one man who would alter the course of her entire life. A man who would bring it to an abrupt and truly horrifying end.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_Biros, https://murderpedia.org/male.B/b1/biros-kenneth.htm, https://www.amnesty.org/es/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/amr511192009en.pdf, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kenneth-biros-execution-ohio-man-first-to-die-under-1-drug-thiopental-sodium-method/

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Elisa Lam and The Suicide Hotel - February 6 2026 Feb 06, 2026

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The Suspect at the Funeral - February 5 2026 Feb 05, 2026

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The Tragic Death of Major Turner - February 4 2026 Feb 04, 2026

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February 4th: Major Turner killed (2021)

You think of your home as your safe space. The place where, you hope, nothing bad can happen. On February 4th 2021 a young boy became a victim inside the comfort of his own home. A devastating case that has yet to see a conclusion.

https://police.birminghamal.gov/media-release-28-arrest-made-in-the-major-turner-homicide-investigation/, https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2022/07/25-year-old-indicted-in-2-birmingham-murders-including-shooting-death-of-2-year-old-major-turner.html, https://www.al.com/news/2022/02/arrest-in-murder-of-birmingham-2-year-old-major-turner-announced-on-anniversary-of-death.html, https://www.wbrc.com/2022/02/05/arrest-made-shooting-2-year-old-major-turner-one-year-after-his-death/, https://www.wvtm13.com/article/birmingham-murder-major-turner-shooting-arrest/38983893, https://www.wbrc.com/2022/02/04/arrest-made-deadly-shooting-birmingham-toddler/, https://abc3340.com/news/local/arrest-made-in-2021-shooting-death-of-2-year-old-major-turner-birmingham-alabama-gun-violence-capital-murder-mayor-randall-wodfin-birmingham-police-department-child-killed-jefferson-county-sheriffs-office-clearence-speed, https://lawandcrime.com/crime/police-announce-arrest-warrant-for-man-charged-with-shooting-2-year-old-in-neck-he-was-already-in-jail-in-connection-with-another-murder/, https://www.wvtm13.com/article/alabama-governor-reward-major-turner-shooting-death-birmingham/35553447

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He Said/She Said - February 3 2026 Feb 03, 2026

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February 3rd: Reuschel vs. Reuschel (2018)

He said/she said. There are at least two sides to every story and who knows which one is the actual truth. On February 3rd 2018 a 911 call was made in a case that saw two very different sides to a story.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mike-sue-reuschel-attempted-murder-case-florida-48-hours/, https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/fl-district-court-of-appeal/2126966.html, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mike-sue-reuschel-attempted-murder-case-long-island-48-hours/, https://www.wuft.org/public-safety/2019-11-08/michael-reuschel-found-guilty-on-all-counts-in-wifes-stabbing, https://www.gainesville.com/story/news/crime/2019/12/13/gainesville-man-gets-30-years-for-wifes-attempted-murder/2087848007/, https://www.wcjb.com/content/news/Trial-continues-for-Gainesville-man-accused-of-trying-to-kill-wife-himself-564384311.html, https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/mike-sue-reuschel-attempted-murder-evidence-photos/, https://www.aol.com/did-york-wedding-lead-attempted-122500903.html, https://www.paramountpressexpress.com/cbs-news-and-stations/shows/48-hours/releases/?view=54926-a-wealthy-florida-businessman-arrested-after-a-violent-confrontation-with-his-wife-she-survived-did-his-daughters-sumptuous-wedding-lead-to-murderous

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The West Mesa Bone Collector - February 2 2026 Feb 02, 2026

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Information on today’s episode:February 2nd: West Mesa Bone Collector's Bodies Found (2009)

A chance discovery can change everything. On February 2nd 2009 a woman and her dog stumbled upon something truly horrifying. Opening up one of the biggest, and most devastating, investigations in New Mexico’s history.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Mesa_murders, https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/west-mesa-serial-killer-search, https://www.cabq.gov/police/contact-the-police/west-mesa-homicide-investigation, https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/west-mesa-murders-bone-collector-serial-killer, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/serial-killer/west-mesa-murders-serial-killer-who-slayed-buried-11-victims-remains-unidentified, https://www.krqe.com/interactives/west-mesa-murders-timeline/

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