The Murder In My Family

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Rhonda and Donald Wicht Nov 06, 2021

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Episode 97 Rhonda and Donald Wicht In November, 1978, Simi Valley, in Ventura County, CA was shocked to learn of the cold-blooded double murder of 24 year-old Rhonda Wicht, and her 4 Year old son Donald in their 2 bedroom apartment. Rhonda was found dead in her bed, and had been beaten, strangled, and possibly sexually assaulted. Donald, or Donnie was he was affectionately called, was found suffocated in his bed, possibly murdered so that he could not identify his mother's killer. It didn't take police long to zero in on a suspect; Craig Coley, Rhonda's ex-boyfriend. Rhonda had recently broken things off with him, and he was reportedly not taking the breakup well. He was arrested, tried and convicted for the double murder. Decades later, confusing DNA evidence that seemed to point away from Coley being the killer, led to him being released from prison a free man. 43 years later, whoever killed Rhonda and Donnie, is not in prison, leaving Rhonda's family frustrated and desperate for answers. Rhonda's sister, Shelly discusses this tragic and confusing case in this episode. If you have information about the murders of Rhonda and Donald Wicht, please contact Detective Christoper Lam with the Simi Valley Police Department at 805-583-6957. This episode is sponsored by Better Help. To save 10% off your first month of Better Help, visit BetterHelp.com/Family To support this podcast with a donation, you can do so via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/TheMurderInMyFamily or through Paypal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/themurderinmyfamily To contact the podcast or learn more about the case we discuss, please visit: TheMurderInMyFamily.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Introducing Shadow of Truth From Wondery Oct 27, 2021

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Introducing Shadow of Truth From Wondery It's one of the most haunting murder cases you'll ever hear about, and it takes place in a small town in Israel. Tair Rada was only 13-years-old when her body was found inside a locked bathroom stall. She was viciously murdered during a school day, and yet no one saw or heard a thing. The police arrested the janitor, Roman Zadorov, and he eventually confessed, but this was far from being the end of it. Based on the hit true-crime series from Netflix, the podcast "Shadow of Truth" will take you on a journey into one of the wildest and most contested murder cases in the history of Israel, as it reaches its final resolution, 15 years after it all started. Listen to Shadow of Truth http://wondery.fm/SOT_MurderinmyFamily This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Patrick Russell Carver Oct 23, 2021

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Episode 96 Patrick Russell Carver 18 Year old Patrick Russell Carver was beaten to death inside his Houston, TX home in September, 2010. Sadly. Pat's father Rusty was the person that found him dead in a pool of blood. The horrible image haunts Rusty to this day, but as if that was not bad enough, Rusty soon found out that the investigator in his son's murder was under internal investigation for not working to solve cases he was in charge of. Things only got worse for Rusty, when a new investigator came to believe that Rusty was a suspect in his own son's murder- a murder which remains unsolved to this day. Rusty discusses his son's tragic murder in this episode, as well as the Hell he's gone though in the aftermath. If you have information about the murder of Patrick Russell Carver, please call Houston Police Department Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or you can anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. This episode is sponsored by Better Help. To save 10% off your first month of Better Help, visit BetterHelp.com/Family To support this podcast with a donation, you can do so via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/TheMurderInMyFamily or through Paypal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/themurderinmyfamily To contact the podcast or learn more about the case we discuss, please visit: TheMurderInMyFamily.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Introducing Wondery's Over My Dead Body Season 3: Fox Lake Oct 13, 2021

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Introducing Wondery's Over My Dead Body Season 3: Fox Lake A small town cop known as "GI Joe" is gunned down in a swamp in the summer of 2015 and quickly becomes a martyr in the national media. But when a dogged investigator and his team set out to get justice, they uncover unsettling secrets about Joe, the local police department, and the village of Fox Lake. From Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and Dr. Death comes the third season of Over My Dead Body: Fox Lake. Hosted by Matt Baglio. Listen to Over My Dead Body: http://wondery.fm/FL_MurderInMyFamily This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Angie Barlow Oct 09, 2021

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Episode 95 Angie Barlow On October 26, 2016, Twenty three year old Angie Barlow disappeared in Indianapolis, Indiana. Angie, a dancer, had accepted an offer to dance at a private party following a text from a person that she didn't know. She arrived at the party, and posted to social media saying she was okay. After that, noone heard from her again. The next day, Angie's friend and roommate called Angie's Mom Christina to tell her that Angie never came home. When police became involved, they found grainy video showing Angie's car driving away from the home where the party was, followed by another car that was determined to belong to one of the people who threw the party. Angie's car was later found, but there was no sign of her. It wasn't until eight months later that an anonymous tip led police to search an Indianapolis property for Angie, and they found her buried in a shallow grave. She had been shot to death. The news was devastating to Angie's family, and they were left with more questions than answers. Despite what clearly seems like a case of Angie being lured to her death, her killer or killers have not been arrestedyet. Angie's mom Christina discusses her daughter's case, and the frustration of having very clear suspects, but no arrests. If you have any information about the murder of Angie Barlow please contact Crime Stoppers USA at (800) 222-TIPS. To learn more about Angie's case, visit the Facebook page set up by her Mom Christina- https://www.facebook.com/FindAngieB Sponsors for this episode include Better Help Online Counseling, Gainful Nutrition supplements, and Raycon Earbuds.. To save 10% off your first month of Better Help, visit BetterHelp.com/Family To save $20 off of your personalized Gainful supplements, visit Gainful.com/murder To save 15% on Raycon Earbuds, visit Raycon.com/TMIMF To support this podcast with a donation, you can do so via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/TheMurderInMyFamily or through Paypal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/themurderinmyfamily To contact the podcast or learn more about the case we discuss, please visit: TheMurderInMyFamily.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

This is Actually Happening from Wondery Sep 28, 2021

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This is Actually Happening from Wondery What would you do if a singular moment changed your life forever? This is Actually Happening is a weekly podcast from Wondery that features extraordinary life-changing stories told by the people who lived them. We've all had powerful moments in our lives that have given us the feeling of, "Nothing is ever going to be the same." This is Actually Happening explores these moments head-on. These immersive, gripping stories will have you on the edge of your seat, waiting to hear what will happen next. This is just a preview of This is Actually Happening, but you can listen to the full episode at wondery.fm/TIAH_MurderInMy This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Jacob Landin Sep 25, 2021

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Episode 94 Jacob Landin In April, 1987, Nine month old Jacob Landin died after suffering suspicious injuries while in the care of his Mom's boyfriend. It turns out, there was a history of mysterious injuries to Jacob during his life, showing a troubling pattern. Despite suspicion of this boyfriend 'John', he was never arrested. Jacob's brother Eric loved his little brother dearly, and has never given up the fight to get justice for Jacob. He has advocated for justice, not only for justice, but for all of the other battered and abused children like Jacob. He has helped shine a light on a sad and troubling subject that many people can't bare to explore, in part by talking about these topics on his podcast True Consequences. Eric discusses his Brother Jacob's tragic death, and recounts fondly his memories of Jacob in this episode. To sign the petition to re-open Jacob's case, visit this link: https://www.change.org/p/da-clint-wellborn-please-reopen-the-case-of-the-murder-of-jacob-landin If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence please call the national Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 To report child abuse or suspected child abuse please call 1-855-333-SAFE [7233] or #SAFE from a mobile device. To check out Eric's podcast & website, visit this link: https://www.trueconsequences.com/ This episode is sponsored by Better Help online counseling. To save 10% off your first month of Better Help, visit BetterHelp.com/Family To support this podcast with a donation, you can do so via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/TheMurderInMyFamily or through Paypal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/themurderinmyfamily To contact the podcast or learn more about the case we discuss, please visit: TheMurderInMyFamily.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Sharon Blankenbeckler Sep 11, 2021

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Episode 93 Sharon Blankenbeckler Twenty year old Sharon Blankenbeckler grew up in the small town of Chilhowie, Virginia. On March 10,1977, she traveled to the nearby town of Marion to apply for a job at the K Mart there and never returned home. Her parents wasted no time involving police, and Sharon's car was found in the K Mart parking lot with a flat tire. Sharon was nowhere to be found. Almost a month later, Sharon was found dead on Walker's Mountain. She had been bound, strangled, and dumped. News of her murder shocked her small close knit community, and it did not take long for rumors to circulate, and suspicion to sink in amongst the residents of the community. Despite possible suspects, and even a confession from someone, over four decades later, Sharon's case remains unsolved. Sharon's Cousin Barney has been an outstanding advocate for Sharon's case, and he discusses the tragic murder in this episode. If you'd like to reach Barney, or have information about the case, please contact him at Facebook via the following link: https://www.facebook.com/barney.blankenbeckler Matina Ford-Farmer is a writer who has researched this case extensively, and is writing a book about it. Anyone who would like to contact Ford-Farmer regarding Sharon's case or the petition that is circulating may email her at matina1@charter.net or call her cell phone at 423-612-0483. This episode is made possible thanks to the following Sponsors. Better Help, Every Plate, and Gainful. To save 10% off your first month of Better Help, visit BetterHelp.com/Family To Try EveryPlate for just $1.99 per meal plus an additional 20% off your next 2 boxes go to EveryPlate.com and entering code family199 To save $20 off of your personalized Gainful supplements, visit Gainful.com/murder To support this podcast with a donation, you can do so via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/TheMurderInMyFamily or through Paypal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/themurderinmyfamily To contact the podcast or learn more about the case we discuss, please visit: TheMurderInMyFamily.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

Introducing Suspect from Wondery Aug 31, 2021

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Introducing Suspect from Wondery A big Halloween party at an apartment complex in Redmond, Washington. Themed rooms and costumed partygoers. But by the end of the party, one of the hosts is dead. The police look to the partiers as the prime suspects: was it the guy in the devil mask, the bank robber, the construction worker? As investigators comb through forensic evidence, witness testimony, DNA, and even consult with a psychic, they zero in on one suspect in particular. But for what reason? Host and reporter Matthew Shaer (Over My Dead Body) returns to the scene of the crime, speaks with everyone about a night that still haunts them years later. It's a series about race and policing, mislaid justice, cutting-edge science, and the kinds of weighty choices that cops and prosecutors make every day -- choices that, once made, are difficult to reverse. Listen to SUSPECT: http://wondery.fm/Suspect_InTheFamily This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

James Terry Aug 28, 2021

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Episode 92 James Terry In October, 2010, 48 year-old Channelview, Texas resident James Terry was beaten to death inside the camper he lived in on a private piece of land. James was well-liked, and was a hard worker, but could sometimes clash with some people, especially if he was drinking. But no one could imagine who would want him death, and the case went cold. But James's family has someone they strongly suspect and after a decade, there may finally be movement in the case. James's daughter Leona discusses the case. If you have information about James Terry's murder, please call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS or leave a tip with them online by visiting www.crime-stoppers.org. This episode is sponsored by Better Help Online Counseling Please support our sponsors the way that they support The Murder in My Family. To save 10% off your first month of Better Help, visit BetterHelp.com/Family To support this podcast with a donation, you can do so via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/TheMurderInMyFamily or through Paypal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/themurderinmyfamily To contact the podcast or learn more about the case we discuss, please visit: TheMurderInMyFamily.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4119331/advertisement

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