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Screams for Help /// Part 2 /// 656Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comSeptember 2, 2010 - a 911 call comes in requesting help.  When deputies arrive at the scene they find a woman that is unresponsive.  The 911 caller is the homeowner, boyfriend of the woman and a deputy as well.  He tells his fellow officers that he was outside in the garage when he heard a shot.  He says he ran inside and heard a second shot.  He tells emergency services and the responding officers that his girlfriend shot herself after the two broke up that night.  It was immediately apparent that it was his service gun that was used in the shooting.  What is unclear is whose finger pulled the trigger.  This began one incredibly questionable investigation.  Was the Sheriff’s office covering for one of their own?  Join us in the Garage as we review the suspicious death of Michelle O’Connell. Beer of the Week - Order and Chaos from Tactical Brewing Company in Orlando, FloridaGarage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5 

Screams for Help /// Part 1 /// 655Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comSeptember 2, 2010 - a 911 call comes in requesting help.  When deputies arrive at the scene they find a woman that is unresponsive.  The 911 caller is the homeowner, boyfriend of the woman and a deputy as well.  He tells his fellow officers that he was outside in the garage when he heard a shot.  He says he ran inside and heard a second shot.  He tells emergency services and the responding officers that his girlfriend shot herself after the two broke up that night.  It was immediately apparent that it was his service gun that was used in the shooting.  What is unclear is whose finger pulled the trigger.  This began one incredibly questionable investigation.  Was the Sheriff’s office covering for one of their own?  Join us in the Garage as we review the suspicious death of Michelle O’Connell. Beer of the Week - Order and Chaos from Tactical Brewing Company in Orlando, FloridaGarage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5 

The Barbie Doll Killer /// Part 2  /// 654Part 2 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.comIn the middle of the night someone took little Rosie Tapia from her bedroom.  Hours later her body was found nearby.  Days after the funeral services someone left a Barbie Doll on the girl’s grave.  Could this doll hold clues to finding her killer?  Rosie’s case is still open and unsolved.  The person(s) responsible needs to be held accountable so that this will not happen to another family.  There is a substantial reward offered in this case.  If you have any information please call 1-385-258-3313 or email whokilledrosie@gmail.com - This phone line and email address are answered and monitored by representatives of Rosie’s family, and not law enforcement.  No detail is too small.  No fact is insignificant.  Someone, somewhere has information that can help solve this crime. Beer of the Week - Pavement Double India Pale Ale from Foam Brewers Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 Recommended Reading - Lou and Jonbenet; a le

The Barbie Doll Killer /// Part 1 /// 653Part 1 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.comIn the middle of the night someone took little Rosie Tapia from her bedroom.  Hours later her body was found nearby.  Days after the funeral services someone left a Barbie Doll on the girl’s grave.  Could this doll hold clues to finding her killer?  Rosie’s case is still open and unsolved.  The person(s) responsible needs to be held accountable so that this will not happen to another family.  There is a substantial reward offered in this case.  If you have any information please call 1-385-258-3313 or email whokilledrosie@gmail.com - This phone line and email address are answered and monitored by representatives of Rosie’s family, and not law enforcement.  No detail is too small.  No fact is insignificant.  Someone, somewhere has information that can help solve this crime. Beer of the Week - Pavement Double India Pale Ale from Foam Brewers Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 Recommended Reading - Lou and Jonbenet; a leg

Denise Pflum /// Part 2 /// 652Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe disappearance of 18 year old Denise Pflum has got to be one of the biggest mysteries of Southeast Indiana.  Denise Pflum went missing back in March of 1986 from the town of Connersville.  It was her senior year of high school.  After attending a party the night before Denise went back to the party location to look for her purse.  Denise’s car was found abandoned the next day.  Denise never came home.  Join us in the Garage as we crack a couple of cold ones and discuss this cold case.  Denise’s case is riddled with questions.  There are several publicly known suspects in Denise’s case.  One is a man locked up for a life term in North Carolina, he’s also a suspected serial killer.  Fans of the Apple TV+ series Black Bird will want to tune in.  This just might be one of the many victims of serial stalker and kidnapper Larry DeWayne Hall. Beer of the Week - Hunter’s Harvest by Second Crossing Brew CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle ca

Denise Pflum /// Part 1 /// 651Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThe disappearance of 18 year old Denise Pflum has got to be one of the biggest mysteries of Southeast Indiana.  Denise Pflum went missing back in March of 1986 from the town of Connersville.  It was her senior year of high school.  After attending a party the night before Denise went back to the party location to look for her purse.  Denise’s car was found abandoned the next day.  Denise never came home.  Join us in the Garage as we crack a couple of cold ones and discuss this cold case.  Denise’s case is riddled with questions.  There are several publicly known suspects in Denise’s case.  One is a man locked up for a life term in North Carolina, he’s also a suspected serial killer.  Fans of the Apple TV+ series Black Bird will want to tune in.  This just might be one of the many victims of serial stalker and kidnapper Larry DeWayne Hall. Beer of the Week - Hunter’s Harvest by Second Crossing Brew CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle ca

Beau Mann ////// 650 Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comBeau Michael Mann has been missing since November 30th, 2021.  Since his disappearance, there has been no activity on his cell phone. His family believes that he met with foul play.  Whatever has happened to Beau Mann, his family wants answers. A $5,000 reward is being offered by his family for information leading to the recovery of Beau Mann.  Anyone with information please call the Los Angeles Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)Beer of the Week - Mr. Canoehead by Sleeping Giant Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps

The Tell- Tale Heart /// The Crimes of Charlie Brandt /// 649 Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comIn the late 1980s there were some strange and horrific murders that went unsolved in the Florida Keys. Police were looking for a connection between the homicides of three female victims. The murders all took place inside of a 10 mile radius and all within just 13 months. The residents of Big Pine Key, Little Torch Key, and No Name Key were frightened and rightfully so. It was believed that someone was killing females and removing their hearts. In 2004, police on Big Pine Key responded to a gruesome scene. Inside the murder house they found a double murder and a suicide. Charlie Brandt was responsible for the double murder of his wife and niece. This sent police on a search, one that may never end. Just how many murders is Charlie responsible for? Beer of the Week - Heart of Darkness from Magic Hat Brewing Company Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Recommended Reading - Invisible Killer; The Monste

The Tell-Tale Heart /// The Crimes of Charlie Brandt /// 648 Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comIn the late 1980s there were some strange and horrific murders that went unsolved in the Florida Keys. Police were looking for a connection between the homicides of three female victims. The murders all took place inside of a 10 mile radius and all within just 13 months. The residents of Big Pine Key, Little Torch Key, and No Name Key were frightened and rightfully so. It was believed that someone was killing females and removing their hearts. In 2004, police on Big Pine Key responded to a gruesome scene. Inside the murder house they found a double murder and a suicide. Charlie Brandt was responsible for the double murder of his wife and niece. This sent police on a search, one that may never end. Just how many murders is Charlie responsible for? Beer of the Week - Heart of Darkness from Magic Hat Brewing Company Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Recommended Reading - Invisible Killer; The Monster

Gatha Bowman /// Part 2 /// 647Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comOn Monday, February 15th, 1993 - 37 year old wife and mother, Gatha Bowman was last seen at the healthcare business that she owned and operated in Richland County, Ohio. Much mystery surrounds the events that took place in the hours following the time that she left work that day. Next week will mark 30 years since she was seen leaving work that day and her case is still being investigated to this day. Join us in the Garage for the details of this now 30 year old mystery. If you or someone you know have any information about Gatha Bowman’s case please contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 740-833-2892 or go to www.delawarecountysheriff.comBeer of the Week - Green City by Other Half Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps

Gatha Bowman /// Part 1 /// 646Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comOn Monday, February 15th, 1993 - 37 year old wife and mother, Gatha Bowman was last seen at the healthcare business that she owned and operated in Richland County, Ohio. Much mystery surrounds the events that took place in the hours following the time that she left work that day. Next week will mark 30 years since she was seen leaving work that day and her case is still being investigated to this day. Join us in the Garage for the details of this now 30 year old mystery. If you or someone you know have any information about Gatha Bowman’s case please contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 740-833-2892 or go to www.delawarecountysheriff.comBeer of the Week - Green City by Other Half Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps

Missing: Marvin Clark ////// 645Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comHusband and father Marvin Alvin Clark disappeared a long time ago. There are unconfirmed sightings of Marvin however it’s generally believed that his last known whereabouts were leaving his home in Tigard, Oregon on October 30th, 1926. This is one of America’s oldest active missing person cases. There is much question and speculation that surrounds this still missing person true crime case.  February 3rd, 2023 is National Missing Persons Day. This day is recognized annually and was created to raise awareness each for the the missing. The day was inspired by the still active missing person case of Alexandria (Ali) Lowitzer. Ali was sixteen when she went missing in 2010 from her hometown of Spring, Texas. Ali was described as five foot two inches tall,  caucasian female with brown or dyed black hair and blue eyes. To provide or request additional information please contact:  The Harris County Sheriff’s Office @ 713-274-9247 -  FBI ViCAP,  800-63

Natalie Bollinger /// Part 2 /// 644Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com December 28th, 2017 - Broomfield, Colorado. At 3:30 p.m., a 911 call comes into Broomfield police.  It is a male caller. He’s calling emergency services to report that his girlfriend, 19 year old Natalie Bollinger is missing.  He believes Natalie left their home around noon. Then he tells the dispatcher that Natalie’s phone was left behind, so he has no way to contact her. He has no idea where she could be and he’s very concerned. Join us in the Garage as we discuss the mysterious case of Natalie Bollinger. Beer of the week - 4n Raspberry Blonde by Odd13 Brewing Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Recommended Reading - Hope; a memoir of survival in Cleveland by Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus 

Natalie Bollinger /// Part 1 /// 643Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com December 28th, 2017 - Broomfield, Colorado. At 3:30 p.m., a 911 call comes into Broomfield police.  It is a male caller. He’s calling emergency services to report that his girlfriend, 19 year old Natalie Bollinger is missing.  He believes Natalie left their home around noon. Then he tells the dispatcher that Natalie’s phone was left behind, so he has no way to contact her. He has no idea where she could be and he’s very concerned. Join us in the Garage as we discuss the mysterious case of Natalie Bollinger. Beer of the week - 4n Raspberry Blonde by Odd13 Brewing Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 Recommended Reading - Hope; a memoir of survival in Cleveland by Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus 

Stephen Spina ////// 642Part 1 of 1www.TrueCrimeGarage.comOn a Monday morning in January of 2007 a beloved postman was killed in his 3rd floor apartment. Stephen Spina was found in his apartment midday by his girlfriend and the building superintendent. There is a reward in this case for information that directly leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible. If you have any information regarding the murder of Stephen Spina in Mamaroneck, New York please contact the VOMPD’s Detective bureau at 914-825-8541 or New York state crime stoppers at 866-313-TIPS. Beer of the Week - Juicy Asap from Saucy Brew Works Garage Grade 4 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5

Brown’s Chicken Massacre /// Part 2 /// 641Part 2 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThis week in the Garage we discuss a very complicated case from Palatine, Illinois. Back in January of 1993 someone murdered the workers and robbed the Brown’s Chicken & Pasta restaurant on the corner of the Northwest Highway and North Smith street.  The bodies were later located in the back kitchen area by police more than five hours after the restaurant closed that Friday night. Sadly seven people lost their lives that night. The greater Chicago area  just experienced yet another massacre. Join us in the Garage as we dive into the investigation that ensued as detectives went on the hunt for a cold blooded killer.Beer of the Week - Bob’s Yer Uncle by Lo Rez BrewingGarage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle capsFor all things True Crime and to visit our store page go to www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend, cheers! 

Brown’s Chicken Massacre /// Part 1 /// 640Part 1 of 2www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThis week in the Garage we discuss a very complicated case from Palatine, Illinois. Back in January of 1993 someone murdered the workers and robbed the Brown’s Chicken & Pasta restaurant on the corner of the Northwest Highway and North Smith street.  The bodies were later located in the back kitchen area by police more than five hours after the restaurant closed that Friday night. Sadly seven people lost their lives that night. The greater Chicago area  just experienced yet another massacre. Join us in the Garage as we dive into the investigation that ensued as detectives went on the hunt for a cold blooded killer.Beer of the Week - Bob’s Yer Uncle by Lo Rez BrewingGarage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle capsFor all things True Crime and to visit our store page go to www.TrueCrimeGarage.comThanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend, cheers! 

Amy Blumberg ////// 639Part 1 of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comNew Year’s Eve 1999, O’Fallon, Illinois - Police respond to a call of an unresponsive store clerk at the On Stage Dance Apparel store. They find blood all over the back hallway of the store. The female clerk was working the day shift alone. Unfortunately there was nothing that medical technicians could do to save her life, she was dead when they arrived. Police quickly secured the scene and the hunt for her killer began. This week we explore a case out of Illinois that had locals and Law Enforcement personal examining possible links with that of the I-70 Killer. Beer of the Week - Cold Mountain from Highland Brewing Garage Grade - 4 and half bottle caps out of 5 Our other show True Crime Garage “Off the Record” (OTR if you’re nasty) is available exclusively on Stitcher Premium. For a FREE month of listening go to http://stitcherpremium.com/truecrimegarage and use promo code GARAGE

Off The Record /// 175 /// Idaho College Murders Updatewww.TrueCrimeGarage.comNic and the Captain discuss: the arrest of Bryan Kohberger in the murders at Idaho College. To share thoughts and opinions please check out our blog at www.TrueCrimeGarage.comCheers Mates and Thank You for the Support. 

The Connecticut River Valley Killer /// Part 2 /// 637Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comFor about ten years between 1978 and 1988, eight women were murdered and the bodies scattered in wooded areas in the Connecticut River Valley region near Interstate 91 along the Vermont and New Hampshire border. Many of the victims were stabbed to death. Some stabbed in a specific pattern across the upper body. With some of the victims a cause of death could not be determined due to decomposition. Was this the work of a serial killer? Many think so. Join us in the Garage as we take a look at this strange case and review some of the suspects. A very special thank you to Jane Boroski for joining us and talking about her experience as the only known survivor of this vicious killer. Check out Jane’s podcast - Invisible Tears. Beer of the Week - Angel of Abomination by Track Seven Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle capsOur other show True Crime Garage “Off the Record” (OTR if you’re nasty) is available exclusivel