Murder In The Rain
With a mutual fascination for true crime, Alisha and Josh explore the depravity that holds a special place in the Pacific Northwest. Murder in the Rain examines the brutality, history, and humanity of notorious murders. With the help of authors, psychologists, detectives, and victims' families, the podcast brings an understanding of who the victims were while investigating a killer's origins and motives.
Episodes
Del Rey Beach Pt. 2
In our last episode, I told you the stories of Elena Jacobs and Teresa Krause. How their bodies were found on Del Rey beach, 7 months after they disappeared from the Tongue Point Job Corps location, and that no one has been held responsible for their deaths. In this episode, I’ll still be focused on Del Rey Beach, but jumping ahead to 1988. That was when 15-year-old Dorene Raterman disappeared aft
Del Rey Beach Pt. 1
On April 9th, 2006, a memorial service was held at the entrance of Del Rey Beach on the Oregon coast. During that somber ceremony, there was an offer of comfort and closure for the families of Elena Jacobs, Teresa Kruse, and Doreen Raterman. Three crosses stood in the parking lot, instead of three young women. Over the next two episodes, I’ll be sharing the unsolved case of the double murder of El
No Justice
When multiple young women were found slain within days of each other in 1978, not much fuss was made as they were simply labeled as ‘prostitutes’. If these stories had made more than a blimp in local reporting, there might have been talks of a serial killer being on the loose, tormenting sex workers. But what’s scarier? One man taking out multiple women, or multiple men killing women as they pleas
Update April '26
Welcome back to Murder in the Rain, where today we’ve got a gaggle of updates for you. One of which I’m extra excited about. Today I’ll be talking about new information in Kristin Tomlin’s case, how an artist in Seattle is honoring the victims of Gary Ridgway, a new documentary about Mulugeta Saraw, and how day parole was revoked for one of the murderers of Reena Virk. So let’s not waste any time
Deduce!
It’s taken forever, but we’re finally back with a Deduce! We usually reserve this ‘game’ per se for Patreon, but life happens, and if anyone has ever had peluracy, you’ll understand why writing a case this week just didn’t happen for me. We didn’t want to leave you guys empty-handed, so we’re going to deduce! For those who don’t know, this is basically a rip-off of the show Beyond Belief. I’ll be
"I've Done A Horrible Thing"
A young, expectant mother, looking forward to starting a new life in Portland. A mother of two desperate to fill her needs, no matter the cost. When their two paths crossed, it would leave one of them dead and the other holding a baby in her arms. Today, I’ll be telling the story of Heather Snively and Korena Roberts.To get started on your own newspapers.com journey, Go to Newspapers.com/Crime. Wh
Corpus Delicti
Agatha Christie said, “A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dates all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.” At least, that’s what we expect from a mother when it comes to the love of her child. But what if the child is what stands in the path of the mother? Will she still be protective, or will she become the th
Update Feb. 2026
Welcome, welcome to the first update of 2026!Today we’ll be discussing a vigil for Teekah Lewis, a supposed trial start for Cameron Hooker, a request for information about Lenoria Jones, a plea in the case of Jayla and Racheal Blackshear and of course share our Hot Streamers. So let’s get to it!To get started on your own newspapers.com journey, Go to Newspapers.com/Crime. When you sign up, use dis
Knife Freak
This episode started as an anthology. Three seemingly connected cases told together. Then I got into this case and realized, as usual, there was much more there than it seemed. Shellie Szabo was just a teenager when she was murdered. In her young years, she had been trafficked into sex work, had lost a child, and was struggling to get her life back on track. Her killer was caught, but was justice
Recycled, Reduced
If, like us, you grew up in the late 70’s- 1990s, you were inundated with one new, and seemingly world-saving message. RECYCLE! Don’t just throw things into the landfill; recycle what you use, reduce your use and reuse what you have! Unfortunately, Recycling Centers aren’t just home to hard workers trying to help us make the world better. They are sometimes used to dispose of people. TodayI will b
The Gray Area
One of today’s stories was a request sent in by a listener who was curious to know what happened to their childhood babysitter. The second case is making local headlines for offering a local council chair to a murderer. So let’s get into 2026 with the same damn stories, the same damn outrage and the same damn themes. Teenage girls, disposed of like trash, their killers usually facing the smallest
End of Year Update!
Hello Friends and Happy Holidays!As promised, we’re back with an update that’s also going to serve as our year-end roundup. Today we’ll talk about personal and show updates along with updates from some of our previous cases! Kevin Coe is dead! Gary Ridgeway might be dying! We’ve got a fundraiser for the family of Phillip Redmon. We’ll talk about the live event with Stolen Voices of Dole Valley, Al
Man In Blue Van Pt. 2
Last week, I started breaking down the case of Warren Forrest. How it’s believed his first victim was Jamie Grissim, how Barbra’s body was found in the silo and how Norma and Suzanne survived similar attacks from a man in a blue van.With Suzanne’s attack being believed right away, there was a legitimate investigation taking place. Thanks to good police work that recognized the perpetrator might be
Man In Blue Van Part 1
True crime consumers often feel they’ve ‘heard it all’. Some are drawn to those cases; the Ted Bundys, the Green River Killers, the Jefferey Dahmers. Those who are really into true crime know the smaller, lesser-known cases. They are familiar with the details of the investigation, the victims, and the outcome.But every once in a while, a huge case gets overshadowed by those more familiar ones. Cas
Lost To The Back Page
For this episode, I had originally planned on telling multiple, shorter stories. Then I read one article:GI’s plead not guilty in murder hearingsTwo Ft. Lewis soldiers pleaded innocent in Superior Court today to unrelated first-degree murder charges stemming from the deaths last week of another soldier and a 28 year old Graham housewife. Steven Paul Criss, 19, offered his plea in the slaying last
The Kid - Part 2
In our previous episode, I told the backstory of Kristin Tomlin, a 20 year old woman who has been missing for 44 years. Almost all of the information in that episode came from the book Kristin Can You Hear Me, and an interview I did with its author, and friend of Kristin, Teresa Letcher. For those who loved and continue to miss Kristin, their biggest frustrations have come from what feels like a l
The Kid - Part 1
When I received an email from Teresa Letcher about her missing friend, I was surprised I hadn’t heard of the case. Not because I’m so well-versed; I’m often introduced to cases I’ve never heard of. I was surprised to not know of the disappearance of Kristin Tomlin, Teresa’s childhood friend, because the case is so bizarre, intriguing and scandalous!Over the next two episodes, I’ll be discussing Kr
Update - Oct. '25
Welcome back to our every-other-month update! Here, we talk about updates to our cases, share true crime news in general, and discuss true crime stuff you might be into. So without further ado, let’s get to it!Today we'll be discussing Seattle PD officers who were part of J6, how a serial rapist (and bar owner!) was caught and sentenced, how Kevin Coe (a DIFFERENT serial rapist) has been RELEA
"The Absolute Worst Outcome"
Just over two years ago, news broke about a murder that shocked everyone, especially those in the podcasting community. An obsessive fan gunned down a young woman and her husband. It’s the nightmare of anyone who puts themselves in the public eye. For Zoreh Sadegi, the danger was worth it, as she cared deeply about helping those in the Farsi tech community. Today, I’ll be telling the story of Zore
The Devil You Know Part 2
Last week we told you about Alana Carroll, a young woman who has been missing for 2 years now. Speaking with Joyce and Melissa, Alana's family members, we learned about the accident that changed Alana's life. This week, Alana's family shares more about the theories they've heard and rumors surrounding Alana's disappearance and presumed death. By sharing this information her fam
The Devil You Know Part 1
Last year, after our True Crime Tuesday segment aired on KOIN's AM Extra, we received an email from the family of Alana Carroll- a woman whose story we had featured. Melissa, Alana's Aunt, along with Joyce, Alana's Grandmother, wanted to share Alana’s story. For someone who didn’t know Alana, her disappearance can be easily ignored, forgotten, or dismissed. As is the case with anyone w
Caroline Fraser Murderland Interview
On this special episode of Murder In The Rain, Josh interviews Pulitzer Prize-winning author Caroline Fraser to discuss her book, 'Murderland'. Join the conversation as they talk about Tacoma iron smelters and how pollution may have been an amplifier to the behaviors of some of the more notorious criminals from the Pacific Northwest. It seems to be more than a coincidence that Ted Bundy, G
Update - Summer '25
Hey! It’s summer! And it’s time for another update! Today’s a beefy one as we’ll be talking about a settlement in the Manny Ellis case, a documentary about Kathleen Jo Henry and Veronica Abouchuck, a drag fundraiser, an update to Teekah Lewis’ disappearance, and some chatter about books and shows we’ve been enjoying! So let’s get into it!DRAGATHON - Man accused of murdering girlfriend in Oregon mo
The Night Shift
On July 9th, 1967, 20-year-old Susan Galvin was taking her usual route to her night shift at the Seattle Police Department. When she failed to show up for two shifts, she was reported missing. 5 days later, her body would be found lying strangled in an elevator. Investigators searched for the culprit, but all leads were dead ends. That was until forensic genetic genealogy was developed, and finall
ANIMAL Pt. 2
In our previous episode, Alisha introduced you to Anna Marie Hlavka. She was a 20-year-old woman who had been living with her boyfriend and sister at the Tudor Arms apartments in downtown Portland. On June 24th, 1979, Anna’s sister Rose Ann returned home from the McDonald’s where both sisters worked, and she discovered her sister had been murdered. Susan was lying across the bed, the power cord fr
ANIMAL Pt. 1
On July 26th, 1979, the front page of the long-defunct Oregon Journal had coverlines “Playboy’s perfect ‘playmate’”, “taxpayers missing the boat” and “Democrats back Carter gas plan”. Just beneath those, the main headline read “Woman, 20, strangled in bed here”. Paired with a photo of a young woman’s face adorned with a now heartbreaking smile. Her name, was Anna Marie Hlavka. And it would take 40
Updates - May '25
We’re back with another update, and it is a doozy!There was a lawsuit settled in the case of Aron Christensen & Buzzo, possibly new evidence in the D.B. Cooper case, a sentencing for the man who put a woman in a cage, and Fiona Apple has new music!Oh, and there might be one VERY BIG change in the show's hosts, but you’ll have to listen to find out!Remastered Releases Out 31 Years After Sin
Enraged
A 30-year-old advertising executive was abducted, raped and murdered while walking to her car after work one night in downtown Seattle. Her body was discovered a week later, and a man was arrested in connection with the crimes. He was a state inmate recently placed into a work-release facility who had skipped work the day of the crime and failed to return that night. It should not have been this w
Menaces Part 2
Last week I told you about the murder of 21-year-old Terri Lea Foster- How she was found- half nude- in David Douglas Park in Vancouver on Christmas Eve, 1977. She had been strangled, raped,,, and dumped in a baseball field. At the time, her nearly 2-year-old daughter was in the custody of family friends, Kenneth and Janice Haynes’. Episode Host: Alisha HollandFollow us on:Instagram https://www.in
Menaces Part 1
On Christmas Eve 1977, 47 years ago, a murder took place. There's a bevy of possible suspects, even motives, but no one has been brought to justice. As the years tick on, suspects have passed away, evidence has been destroyed, and the chances of solving the murder of 21-year-old Terry Lee Foster have dwindled. To honor the 47th anniversary of her death, over the next two episodes, I'll be
Crime & Updates 10
We’re back…sort of!In today’s episode, we’ll update you on our personal lives- including a wedding, boobies and bodybuilding. We’ll share some updates surrounding past cases- including a firing out of Seattle and a lawsuit in Jackson County. Most importantly, we’ll give a long-awaited update on the status of the show!Check out OMG Haircare and say hello to haircare that's good for you. You can
Crime & Updates 9 Part 2
Crime & Updates 9 Part 2It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories and more! This week, you can expect to hear…Update on 2017 Portland Oregon Max stabbing caseUpdate on Brian Steven Smith the Alaska Memory Card KillerUpdate on William TalbottUpdate on Dennis Day's deathUpdate on Cynthia Hoffman mur
Crime & Updates 9
It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories and more! This week, you can expect to hear…Update on Joshua Wade case from AlaskaUpdate on serial killer Harvey CariganEscaped convict update Update on Sircharles Marc Anthony Jones caseUpdate on Aaron Christenson caseIf you’d like more episodes of Murder in the
The Open Window
Several months ago, I received an email from a journalist in Washington. Eric Trent, who works for the Chronicle, informed me he had been working on an unsolved disappearance and he was hoping I could help get the word out. We were FINALLY able to have a conversation about the case and it left me with even more questions and a dropped jaw. Today I’ll be telling you all the information publicly ava
Deadly Potentialities Part 2: Anaconda Skeleton
Last week, Josh detailed the disappearance and likely murder of Gene Bassett, who had vanished soon after arriving in the Pacific Northwest while on a day–trip to sell his car in Seattle. Found in possession of Bassett's vehicle and belongings, DeCasto Mayer and his mother Mary Smith were found guilty only of grand larceny in the case, as the murder of Gene Bassett could not be proven. In part
Deadly Potentialities Part 1: The Poison Pistol
In the weeks leading up to an ocean voyage to The Philippines, Gene Bassett listed his brand new Chrysler for sale in local (Seattle) newspapers. He'd decided to sell the automobile rather than have it shipped to him in Manila, having recently accepted a position there. The morning he left on a ferry to meet a prospective buyer was the last time any of his family ever saw him. The brand-new ve
Bloggers Part 2: The Demons Has Taken Over
Part 2: "The Demons Have Taken Over"In last week’s episode, we discussed the 2005 vigilante killings in Bellingham, Washington. A man, haunted by the traumas of his own childhood, was on a mission to hunt pedophiles because he thought he was protecting the public, and more specifically, vulnerable children. He claimed he was inspired to do so by another 2005 case from Idaho, the murders of
Bloggers Part 1: The Hit List
Today, we’ll explore two unique cases where perpetrators took to the internet to bear their souls and how the cases relate; a vigilante killer in Washington state who was so floored by a devastating case out of northern Idaho that he took it upon himself to do the public a service and take justice into his own hands. Then we’ll dive into that northern Idaho case that left the nation holding their
Nine Strangers
A Patreon ExclusiveAs Rob Thomas iconically said in the classic summer jam Smooth ”Man, it’s a hot one”. This summer has seen record temperatures across the country. Speaking of across the country, we’re once again headed out of town, hosting a booth and presentation at the True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival in Denver! Since we’re out and about, we’re sharing one of my favorite Patreon epi
Crime & Updates 8
It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories and more! This week, you can expect to hear…Update on Oregon’s accused serial killer Jesse CalhounUpdate on Alaska’s memory card killer Brian Steven SmithUpdate on Lake Oswego dad Michael MeydenUpdate on Canadian serial killer Robert PicktonUpdate on Mia Zapata’s
Satan's Son? Part 2
Last week, I told the stories of eight, young Black women trafficked into sex work. All had been murdered in and around North Portland. These cases were presented to the Green River Task Force when no suspects emerged during initial investigations. It was found that none of the murders were connected to Gary Ridgway. Years later, the state would claim five of the women were connected to the same c
Satan's Son? Part 1
Starting in March 1983 and through June 1993, someone was killing young, black women and girls in North Portland. The victims weren’t acknowledged with much more than a blip in the paper. The killer wasn’t making the headlines as bombastic Ted Bundy was. He wasn’t prolific enough to warrant a task force like Gary Ridgway. He was a mentally ill man with an extensive criminal history, unmanageable a
A Liar And A Dreamer
Black powder dynamite is both efficient and hazardous. Its general commercial use is to clear land of large debris like boulders and tree stumps. Though it has only 20 to 30 percent of the explosive power of full nitro dynamite, if that power is multiplied and applied to a human body, the effect is devastating. April 21, 1955, was the last day of Oliver Smith's life. Twelve sticks of black pow
Cold-Blooded, Calculated, Murder?
In today’s case we explore a real whodunit in a little unincorporated community in Jackson county called Applegate, Oregon. In 2016 a shocking crime would take place on a local ranch and leave folks reeling when they learned that their little community could be the backdrop for a soon to be infamous crime. Episode Host: Emily RowneyFor photos and sources for today’s episode, check out the Murder i
Crime & Updates 7
It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories, and more! This week, you can expect to hear…Patreon Shoutouts! Murder in the Rains upcoming events, goings-on, and where to find usUpdate on Seattle Police Department changes Update on the accused Oregon serial killer caseUpdate on the officers in the Manny Ellis
Hells Canyon
Hells Canyon ReduxBeing that May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, I wanted to share a story that would highlight violence against those in the AAPI community, then I remembered one of the first cases I covered, way back in September of 2019; The Hells Canyon Massacre. Since that time, the story has received more media coverage, and my research abilities have
The Heat From The Bullet
A veteran police officer was retired from law enforcement as the result of post-traumatic stress after his involvement in what was once the worst mass shooting in the United States. The next year, after testifying against a fellow officer in a high-profile murder case, he and his family moved from California to a quiet town in Washington. Two years later, he would endure a home invasion that may h
Patreon Exclusive: Strange Things Are Afoot At The Circle K
Today's episode is called Strange Things are afoot at the Circle K. Unlike a regular episode, Patreon allows us to venture out of the Pacific Northwest. And in this case, I will be taking us to Naples, Florida, where 20 years ago, within just a couple months of each other, two men in Naples, Florida disappeared. They didn’t have a ton in common except for both being young, hard working fathers
A Mother's Love
In this week’s Murder in the Rain episode, we’ll discuss a case with a complicated list of players. When the body of a 33-year-old father is discovered in the brush off a residential road in Gig Harbor, Washington, an unlikely list of suspects is developed and you’ll end up asking yourself, where is the line when protecting someone you love? Would you lie in court for a friend? For your brother? F
Anniversary Special
It's been an amazing 5 years here at Murder in the Rain. In this episode, we are answering listener questions! Kick back and have a laugh with us and we'll get back to our regular scheduled content next week.For photos and sources for today’s episode, check out the Murder in the If you’d like more episodes of Murder in the Rain, Patreon members at the $5/mo+ level, gain access to exclusive
Sisters in Survival
Last week we mentioned that this week’s episode is very special to us and is very different from our usual format. When Danielle Tudor was in town a few weeks ago for a political event, she was kind enough to schedule time with us to give us an update of sorts. So, we went to her mother’s home and sat down with Danielle Tudor and Tiffany Edens, both survivors of Richard Gillmore, Portland’s jogger
Crime & Updates 6
It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories and more! This week, you can expect to hear about…Patreon Shoutouts! A run down of the many Sean “Diddy” Combs allegationsUpdate on the “Portland Jogger Rapist” survivors Tiffany Edens and Danielle Tudor from our episode “Unprecedented”Speaker Announcements for th
Freedom Part 2: The High Line
Last week, I told you about Robert Silveria aka Sidetrack aka The Boxcar Killer, and his years-long series of murders. Sidetrack traveled at will, with no record of his movements, and his pool of victims were the unhoused, the drifters, and the fellow rail hoppers he encountered. People on the fringe- the kind who wouldn't be missed. This week, the end of the murders, the arrest, and many conf
Freedom Part 1: Butchered Up
Part 1: "Butchered Up"By the mid-nineteen-nineties, the United States population of train tramps and hobos dropped to only a few thousand from their Depression-era numbers of two million plus. This turn-around began in 1941, when the U.S. began actions during WWII, which led to the military draft, and "the creation of millions of jobs in defense and war industries.” The man we're t
The Murder of Barbara Jean Hagedorn Part 2
Part 2: The Dream Has Never ChangedLast week I spoke about perpetrator, rapist and murderer Bruce Bradley Bushey. This week, we aren’t talking about him, but about his victims Barbara and her son Patrick. In different ways, Barbara and Patrick both lost their lives to the same man. Today I’ll talk with Patrick about what he remembers of his mother and the chaos surrounding her death. He’ll talk ab
The Murder of Barbara Jean Hagedorn Part 1: When You Stop Breathing
Part 1: "When You Stop Breathing"When a woman’s body was discovered partially undressed, strangled, and abandoned near the Green River in Washington, it was quickly assumed she had been yet another victim of the Green River Killer. Thankfully, witnesses came forward and gave accurate accounts of what happened to Barbara Jean Hegadorn that night. That information led to the arrest of a man
Green River Killer Part 2: The Riverman with Nic Edwards
Part 2: "The Riverman with Nic Edwards"Last week we revisited the case of the Green River Killer in preparation for this week’s exciting crossover episode slash event, my discussion with Nic Edwards, one-half of the dynamic duo who hosts the popular podcast True Crime Garage. We discuss everything from how Gary Ridgway’s childhood may have impacted his psychology to why it made it so darn
Green River Killer Part 1: Victims of Opportunity
Part 1: "Victims of Opportunity"In the early 1980s, a terrifying pattern started to emerge; young women and girls disappearing from the Seattle-Tacoma area. It would take a little over two years for most people to realize the severity of the pattern. When multiple bodies of strangled females were discovered in the Green River and surrounding forests, the media put the population on high al
Crime & Updates 5
It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories and more! This week, you can expect to hear about…Patreon Shoutouts Update: Arrest made in shooting death of SirCharles Marc Anthony JonesUpdate: Alaska SD memory card case from 2019Local true crime gossip about a prestigious Portland Mortgage companyMissing: 47-y
Yakama MMIW: The Murdered, Unsolved
In today’s episode, we’ll discuss some of the confirmed murders from Yakama Nation. As you can imagine the list is far too long, so this episode will be solely focused on the unsolved murders. In future episodes, we’ll discuss the solved murders and the remaining cases that are far too robust and require their own episode. Episode Host: Alisha HollandJoin us this year at the True Crime and Paranor
The Running Men
When people commit crimes, they often make headlines for going on the lam, doing anything they can to avoid capture and punishment. In today’s episode, Josh is telling three stories of runaway criminals. One who was possibly innocent, yet disappeared and lived under another name for decades. Another is a shady pilot with more than one wife. The third is a man who disappeared in a river when he jus
The Ultimatum
In this week’s episode, we discuss the discovery of a woman's body in a rural forested area in Alsea, Oregon. As authorities worked to uncover her identity, they also unraveled a dark story of heartbreak, betrayal, and regret. Episode Host: Emily RowneyFor photos and sources for today’s episode, check out the Murder in the Rain Episode Blog. If you’d like more episodes of Murder in the Rain, P
Crime & Updates 4
It’s the Murder in the Rain update episode! This is a time for us to give you updates on the cases we cover, share notable news stories and more! This week, you can expect to hear about…Patreon Shoutouts Trial Update: The death of Manny EllisAlaska Airlines Flight 1282Update: Charges in the death of Manuel Esteban Paez Terán?Revisiting the quarantine phenomenon Tiger King and the shenanigans of Do
Yakama MMIW: Mysterious Deaths
In a recent Murder in the Rain episode, we discussed the missing women of the Yakama Nation in Washington. The huge reservation is home to rivers, wilderness and an uncountable number of dark corners for people to go missing from. This week, we will be sharing the mysterious deaths that have taken place in the same area; all women from the Yakama area who died in ways that either can’t be explaine
An Enduring Mystery
The Martin Family loaded into their cream-and-red station wagon for a trip up the highway on December 7, 1958. The family was on the hunt for a Christmas tree and greens to make wreaths. From Portland, they drove east into the Columbia River Gorge. Parents Ken(54) and Barbara(48, I know) were in the front, with Ken driving, and their daughters Suzie, Virginia, and Barbie were in the back.As night
A Dynamic Fight
In today’s episode, we’re going to explore the unsolved murder of Linda Malcom, a Navy veteran whose body was found engulfed in flames in her Port Orchard, Washington home. Despite multiple leads, the case is still unsolved, but with the help of the right people, it might not stay that way for long. With us today are Jennifer Bucholtz and George Jared who are part of a Cold Case Investigative Team
Patreon Exclusive: Deduce 2
We're back with another sneak preview of our Patreon series Deduce!Today Alisha will be telling you four news stories. Stories of true crime, bizarre ailments, a black widow, and false teeth! Some of the stories may be true, some may be outright false. It will be up to you to DEDUCE the truth. Will I be able to trick you into believing a fairy tale, or will your powers of deduction prevail? Le
Crime & Updates 3
In this week’s Murder in the Rain, we have some updates for some of our recent episodes as well as highlighting a few unsolved and missing persons cases. You can expect to hear about…28-year-old Wilma Acosta who has been missing since November 26thCorrection Corner: A Josh MispronunciationRapist and Kidnapper Cameron Hooker - did he have his day in court?Some mysterious deaths, did Josh manifest t
Yakama MMIW: The Missing
The Pacific Northwest is known for a wide variety of true crime. Heck, we have an entire show dedicated to it. Sadly, one demographic is especially targeted in the areas surrounding British Columbia, Washington, and Oregon; Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Today and over my next upcoming episodes, I’ll be sharing the stories of the MMIW from the Yakama Nation of Washington. For photos and so
Field Stripped
In August of 1997, the quaint little city of Selah, Washington, was shocked to learn that one of their own, Carolyn Clift, was found dead inside her own residence, the victim of a particularly brutal stabbing. Despite multiple eyewitnesses who had heard a disturbance and even glimpsed a potential suspect fleeing the scene, the investigation languished into a cold case. However, a breakthrough occu
The Order Part 2
Part 2: “The Names of the Dead”The Order was a gang of white supremacists turned domestic terrorists. Based out of Washington, headed by extremist Robert Mathews and fueled by hate, The Order carried off a series of bank and armored transport robberies in an effort to fund a race war and the eventual overthrow of the government. In the midst of their crimes, they carried out an assassination- that
The Order Part 1
Part 1: “The Last Angry Man”It started with a sick dream of a violent revolution and a race war. Robert Mathews blamed Jewish people for all of the ills of the world. He wanted to see them annihilated, so he formed a group, culled from other extremist assemblies, and called it The Order. Their aim was to fund the overthrow of the government through counterfeiting and the armed robberies of banks a
Crime & Updates 2
Monthly Update!It’s time to recap October and there’s so much to talk about! Like how much fun we had at CrimeCon! We’ll also shout out some new friends, Patreon supporters, and some concerning issues in the true crime community. Alisha and Emily will give updates on the Meshay Melendez and Layla Stewart case from our live show, the trial for the parties responsible for the death of Manny Ellis (f
Path Of Pratt Part 3
Part 3: "Tread"For the last two weeks, I’ve been telling you about the path of Jesse Clarence Pratt. In part one, I talked about his violent history toward partners and their children. In part two, I told you about Carrie Lynn Love; the young woman who began working with Jesse and was fatefully chosen to ride with him out of the state. Her body was recovered in a pile of gravel at a seclud
Path Of Pratt Part 2
Part 2: "Spider"Last week I took you down the path of harm and destruction left behind by Jesse Clarence Pratt. How his partners, Linda, Cheryl, and Nancy, and their children all became victims of his violent temper and his hands. I told you about the kidnapping and rape of Teresa and how Jesse could be the party responsible for the disappearance of Virginia Rambus, and that he was the las
Path of Pratt Part 1
Part 1: "The Candyman"Virginia Anne Rambus was only 19 years old when she left her apartment to walk across the complex to meet up with a friend. She started the walk, but never arrived. Her case remains unsolved, but a man of particular interest was living in the same complex at the same time. To those he provided drugs to, he was known as the Candy Man. Police in Alaska, Washington, Oreg
The Prowler Part 2
Part 2: "The Fly"In part one of The Prowler, I told you about the murders of Mary Anne Pohlreich, Carol Beethe, and Randi Levine. Mary Anne was raped and killed in an unknown location, her body left posed after death. Carol and Randi were blitzed in their beds as they slept, beaten, raped, and mutilated. In part two, I'll tell you about the murderer of these women. A sinister man who b
The Prowler Part 1
Part 1: "Extreme Personal Rage"In the Summer of 1990, three women fell into the crosshairs of a dangerous man. They were regulars among Bellevue, Washington's vibrant, hard-partying nightlife, and they were murdered- their broken bodies violated and posed after death. Their killer's method linked them as a series, whose recurrences were growing nearer and nearer, but he'd left
The Ringleader
November 13th, 2016 was not dissimilar from any other day for the Grunwald family in Palmer, Alaska, that was until their worst fears were realized when their beloved son didn’t arrive home by curfew. The search for 16-year-old David led investigators to the discovery of his burned vehicle. As they continued their search for him, they uncovered the horrifying events that unfolded the last night an
Crime & Updates
In this week’s Murder in the Rain we’d like to offer a warm welcome to new friends from CrimeCon! We’re also giving some updates from cases we’ve recently shared as well as sharing some information about two local cases that many listeners have been asking about. First, Emily will provide the latest information we have on the potential Portland area serial killer who is tied to the murders of fou
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