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Michael Peterson: The Staircase Killer Who Went Free Aug 26, 2026

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Was Michael Peterson a cold-blooded killer or the victim of a flawed investigation? Explore the staircase death, shocking evidence, disputed theories, courtroom battles, and the twists that changed everything.

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Amanda Knox and the Murder of Meredith Kercher. Aug 24, 2026

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Meredith Kercher’s murder became one of the world’s most controversial criminal cases. Explore the investigation, Amanda Knox trial, Rudy Guede, disputed evidence, shocking twists, and unanswered questions.

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Flashback to The Jamison Family Disappearance Aug 22, 2026

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In this flashback episode, Simon dives into one of Oklahoma’s most baffling mysteries. In 2009, the Jamison family vanished during a trip to the remote San Bois Mountains, leaving behind their truck, personal belongings, thousands of dollars in cash, and their beloved dog.

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The Horrifying Story of Daniel LaPlante Aug 09, 2026

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A chilling true crime story of Daniel LaPlante, the infamous “Boy in the Walls.” Discover the terrifying home invasion, brutal murders, shocking investigation, and disturbing psychology behind one of America’s most haunting criminal cases.

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Hell on Wheels: The Mackenzie Shirilla Case Aug 06, 2026

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A toxic romance, shocking betrayal, and a deadly crash—uncover the chilling Mackenzie Shirilla case, where disturbing digital evidence transformed a tragic accident into one of America’s most haunting murder convictions.

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Melvin David Rees: Jazz Musician, Predator, Murderer. Jul 31, 2026

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Beneath Melvin Rees Jr.'s charming musician persona lurked a ruthless predator. Discover the shocking crimes, chilling investigation, and haunting trail of violence that terrorized America during the 1950s and 1960s.

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Unsolved: The Death of Rey Rivera Jul 24, 2026

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A mysterious rooftop death, impossible physics, secretive notes, and endless theories. Was Rey Rivera murdered, driven to suicide, or caught in a tragic delusion? Explore one of America’s strangest unsolved cases.

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The Disappearance of Laci Peterson Jul 11, 2026

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The shocking true story of Laci Peterson’s disappearance, Scott Peterson’s lies, the investigation, explosive trial, and lasting legacy. Discover the evidence, controversy, and heartbreaking case that captivated America.

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The Yosemite Park Killer: Twisted Family Turmoil Turns Murderous Jul 02, 2026

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A family tragedy. A notorious kidnapping. A jealous brother consumed by darkness. Explore the shocking true story of Cary Stayner, the Yosemite Park Killer, whose twisted obsession with fame and resentment led to a series of brutal murders that terrorized one of America’s most famous national parks.

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Unsolved: The Atlanta Ripper Jun 23, 2026

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Explore the forgotten terror: Atlanta’s elusive Ripper. Uncover brutal murders, racial injustice, bungled investigations, chilling suspects, and the century-old mystery behind one of America’s most overlooked true crime killing sprees.

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