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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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The Lainz Nurses of Death - April 7 2025 Apr 07, 2025

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April 7th: Lainz Angels of Death Arrested (1989)

The hospital is a place where, one would hope, they have a chance to get better. On April 7th 1989 a group of women were arrested for crimes they allegedly committed against patients who came into the hospital to receive treatment. Instead, they were met with a truly horrible death at the hands of the very people there to help them.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lainz_Angels_of_Death, https://www.theguardian.com/world/2008/jul/18/austria, https://vocal.media/criminal/the-lainz-angels-of-death, https://www.nytimes.com/1989/04/18/world/killing-of-49-patients-by-4-nurse-s-aides-stuns-the-austrians.html

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What Happened to Basketball Star Bison Dele? - April 6 2025 Apr 06, 2025

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April 6th: Bison Dele Born (1969)

Blood is thicker than water. It’s a saying many use to describe the bond between family members. That bond, however, is not always a sacred one. On April 6th 1969 a man was born who would go on to have some success in the world of professional sports. A man who, just when he started living the life he really wanted, had everything ripped away by someone incredibly close to him.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bison_Dele, https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-what-happened-bison-dele-cause-death-late-nba-player-explored#:~:text=Two%20months%20after%20the%20trio's,for%20forging%20his%20brother's%20signature.&text=Dabord%20made%20a%20confession%20during,his%20brother%20would%20kill%20him., https://www.cbc.ca/sports/basketball/bison-dele-killed-by-brother-report-1.323223, https://nzherald.co.nz/nz/mystery-nz-woman-link-to-mid-sea-triple-killing/6J7QWIE3B5FUCS4X6NOBRV5DVI/, https://www.si.com/longform/bison-dele/index.html, https://www.sportscasting.com/the-mysterious-life-and-murder-at-sea-of-nba-champion-bison-dele-aka-brian-williams/, https://www.the-sun.com/sport/8847090/mysterious-death-of-forgotten-michael-jordan-teammate-bison-dele/

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The Unsolved Murder of Alonzo Brooks - April 5 2025 Apr 05, 2025

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April 5th: Alonzo Brooks' Death Ruled a Homicide (2021)

There are so many factors to consider when a crime is committed. On April 5th 2021 a cold case took a massive turn when the victims' cause of death was ruled a homicide. A case in which, authorities now believe, may have been motivated by the victims race.

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The Woman Who Dreamed of Being a Serial Killer - April 4 2025 Apr 04, 2025

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April 4th: Charles Taylor Killed (2015)

Revenge and love can be a powerful motivator for some of the most devastating actions. On April 4th 2015 a man was killed by a woman who, even now, remains remorseless for her actions. Ones she claims were motivated by her desperate need for revenge.

https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/social-media-homicide-confessions/murder-of-charles-taylor/10C4C897B806E0EA774F091ED27B915E, https://www.wdbj7.com/content/news/EXCLUSIVE-Amanda-Taylor-talks-about-Montgomery-Co-murder-planned-crime-spree-373366421.html, https://www.chillingcrimes.com/blogs/news/charlie-taylor, https://truecrimedaily.com/2017/05/18/exclusive-selfie-killer-amanda-taylor-speaks-out-from-behind-bars/, https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/3590097/selfie-killer-amanda-taylor-killed-father-in-law-photos-corpse-happy/, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4517230/Selfie-killer-reveals-took-photo-body.html, https://www.wsls.com/news/2015/11/12/amanda-taylor-will-spend-life-in-jail/

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The Horrific Story of a Car Breaking Down - April 3 2025 Apr 03, 2025

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April 3rd: Stephanie Roper Killed (1982)

Not all kind offers are made without malice. On April 3rd 1982 a young woman’s life was brutally taken away from her at the hands of two men she thought were just being kind.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Stephanie_Roper, https://www.frostburg.edu/profile/s23/remembering-stephanie-roper.php, https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/1982/09/30/md-man-convicted-of-roper-murder/b72fbceb-f4f0-47f8-b0c1-365b02b65d75/, https://www.mdcrimevictims.org/about/, https://theprivateerclause.com/the-murder-of-stephanie-roper/, https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/40-years-after-her-murder-stephanie-ropers-family-continues-advocating-for-victims-rights/3021439/, https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1982/04/16/when-evil-came-along/3f31f169-c3d1-4ef5-bf8b-e56e225db4bc/

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The Prince of Soul - The Life and Death of Marvin Gaye - April 2 2025 Apr 02, 2025

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April 2nd: Marvin Gaye Born (1939)

When someone famous has their life ended, the world looks on with shock and despair. On April 2nd 1939 an incredibly talented man was born who would go on to become the favorite musician of millions. All of whom were devastated when they learned that a tumultuous relationship ended his life.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvin_Gaye, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Marvin_Gaye, https://americansongwriter.com/the-story-behind-the-murder-of-marvin-gaye/, https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/marvin-gaye-murder, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/celebrity/bad-blood-between-marvin-gaye-and-his-father-led-to-motown-legends-murder

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Disappearing From the Security Footage - April 1 2025 Apr 01, 2025

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April 1st: Brian Shaffer Disappeared (2006)

In a time where surveillance tapes exist, it’s hard to believe people can still vanish without a trace. On April 1st 2006 a man walked out of a bar and, though seen on security footage, managed to walk just off screen and somehow vanish into thin air.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Brian_Shaffer, https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/vicap/missing-persons/brian-shaffer, https://allthatsinteresting.com/brian-shaffer, https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/The-Bizarre-Disappearance-of-Brian-Shaffer, https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/mystery-student-who-went-bar-29365303

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Welcome to April 2025 Apr 01, 2025

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Politics, The Police and Murder - March 31 2025 Mar 31, 2025

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March 31st: Ovida "Cricket" Coogler Disappears (1949)

Some cases get so lost in political corruption that they end up pushed to the background of a story. On March 31st 1949 a young woman disappeared in a case that exposed corruption within local police and politics. A case that remains unsolved.

https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,888047,00.html, https://www.lascrucesbulletin.com/stories/memories-of-murder-cricket-mystery-still-lives,3431, https://prezi.com/nb0lyvyqlsjq/easter-egg-murder-ovida-cricket-coogler/, https://www.taosnews.com/opinion/columns/torture-of-innocent-black-man-in-1950s-new-mexico-linked-to-unsolved-mystery/article_db373ead-7d48-5f03-bedb-7162c7e959c4.html

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The Murder of a Frugal Millionaire - March 30 2025 Mar 30, 2025

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