Morning Cup of Murder
A daily true crime podcast that explores crimes that occurred on each calendar date. Host Korina Biemesderfer covers murder, abduction, serial killers, and cults in short episodes. The show has been downloaded over 30 million times.
Episodes
Suicide or Murder on The Military Base - July 27 2026
July 27th: LaVena Johnson Born (1985)
When tragedy strikes a family will do anything to make sense of their loss. On July 27th 1985 a young woman was born who would lose her life while thousands of miles away from home. A death that her family swears was at the hands of someone else.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_LaVena_Johnson, https://exhibits.stanford.edu/saytheirnames/feature/
A Brother and Sister Charged with Murder - July 26 2026
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An Obsession With Wealth and Power - July 25 2026
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A Drug Fueled Murder Against Family - July 24 2026
July 24th: Tucker Cipriano Sentenced (the Cipriano Family) (2013)
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a loving and caring family. On July 24th 2013 a young man was sentenced for a crime he committed against people who cared for him deeply. A family who loved him and wanted the best for him but who he treated with malice one night and cost them everything.
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The Murder of James Jordan - Father of Michael Jordan - July 23 2026
July 23rd: James R. Jordan Sr. Killed (1993)
Some people are legendary and, with that, their deaths become media sensations. On July 23rd 1993 the father of a sports icon was tragically murdered. Thus changing the life of a legendary athlete forever.
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Lying is a Dangerous Game - July 22 2026
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The Conspiracy Around the Murder of Dr. Mary Sherman - July 21 2026
July 21st: Mary S. Sherman Killed (1964)
Some murders, even when they seem simple on the surface, can have such complicated theories you can’t even begin to imagine. On July 21st 1964 a woman was killed inside her home in what appeared to be a robbery. A murder that contains a multitude of theories. Chief among them includes secret experiments and the JFK assasination.
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The Mysterious Death of Grant Solomon - July 20 2026
https://crimetimelines.com/grant-solomon-2/, https://uncovered.com/cases/grant-solomon, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/news/what-happened-to-grant-solomon-loved-ones-believe-teen-baseball-stars-tragic-death-may-have-been-murder, https://www.williamsonherald.com/news/local_news/local-supporters-urge-investigation-into-death-of-grant-solomon/article_7033a99c-0611-11e
Murder by Eyedrops - July 19 2026
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The Brick Killer of Pakistan - July 18 2026
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The Chameleon Killer - July 17 2026
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The House Party That Held a Horrible Secret - July 16 2026
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Fighting the so Called Mountain Men - July 15 2026
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A Mysterious Murder and Fire - July 14 2026
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Alligator Infested Waters - July 13 2026
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A Tragic Murder With No Known Motive - July 12 2026
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The Murder of Julie Love - July 11 2026
July 11th: Julie Love Killed (Emmanuel Hammond) (1988)
One person can change everything. It’s been said time and time again but, in today’s story, the one person who changed everything in a case changed it for the better. Solved a murder that, taking place on July 11th 1988, might have otherwise gone cold.
https://www.ajc.com/news/local/julie-love-case-baffled-atlanta-police-for-year/8YbnfVvcb2D
Sleepovers and Family Members - July 10 2026
July 10th: Breasia Terrell Disappeared (2020)
We live in a world now where sleepovers seem like a thing of the past. Yet we sometimes make exceptions when it comes to family. On July 10th 2020 a young girl disappeared while at a sleepover with family. A place she should have felt safe.
https://people.com/iowa-man-sentenced-for-killing-girl-10-whose-remains-were-found-in-pond-8351218, https://ww
The Haskell Family Murders - July 9 2026
July 9th: Ronald Lee Haskell Kills (2014)
Abuse can take years to escape. And, even then, you might not ever feel safe. On July 9th 2014 a man committed a massacre to get revenge against a woman. One who got the courage to leave and whose family ended up paying the price.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2014_Harris_County_shooting, https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/haskell-ronald-lee.htm, https://
The Catfishing Prank Murder - July 8 2026
July 8th: Christopher Kerfoot Killed (2021)
You never know who you are talking to online. On July 8th 2021 a young man was killed after meeting with someone he communicated with online. A case of miscommunication, mixed with anger, that boiled over into real life.
https://www.wmar2news.com/local/aberdeen-man-convicted-after-snapchat-date-prank-leads-to-murder, https://harfordsheriff.org/news/re
Was This A Drug Induced Psychosis That Ended in Murder? - July 7 2026
July 7th: John Wendell Keyler Kills(2020)
Extreme substance abuse can make you do things you’d never consider doing sober. On July 7th 2020 a man committed a truly heinous crime. One that he claimed was under the influence.
*Suggested by Naomi*
https://reachfm.ca/articles/fort-st-john-rcmp-looking-for-missing-person-sarah-foord, https://www.bccourts.ca/jdb-txt/sc/23/00/2023BCSC0050.htm, https:
A Kidnapping on Dead River Road - July 6 2026
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Affairs and Murder - July 5 2026
July 5th: Thad Reynolds Killed (2004)
Sometimes there are secrets hidden behind even the happiest of marriages. On July 5th 2005 a beloved member of a tight knit community was brutally killed. A family man in a loving marriage whose life ended all because of a secret someone in his life was keeping.
https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-unforgettable/crime-news/scotty-harper-michelle-reynolds-thad-mu
The American Blue Beard - July 4 2026
July 4th: Helmuth Schmidt Born (1876)
Some people are so desperate to get what they want they don’t care what they have to do to get it. On July 4th 1876 a man was born who would hurt many to get what he wanted.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helmuth_Schmidt, https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helmuth_Schmidt, https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/schmidt-helmuth.htm, https://www.petoskeynews.com/stor
Two Murders on a Snowy Night - July 3 2026
July 3rd: Annette Schnee's Body Found (Barbara Jo Oberholtzer) (1982)
You never know what will connect two cases. What small piece of evidence, no matter how innocuous, will forever cement two strangers together. On July 3rd 1982 a woman’s body was found and, on her body, was a single clue that connected her and another woman together forever.
*Suggested by Jennifer Vicars
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The DNA and Tommy Zeigler - July 2 2026
July 2nd: Tommy Zeigler Convicted (Zeigler Furniture Store Murders) (1976)
Some cases are incredibly confusing. And, even with forensics, it remains confusing. On July 2nd 1976 a man was convicted for a murder he claimed he did not commit. One that is filled with a lot of he said, he said, and not even the DNA seemed to clear anything up.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tommy_Zeigler_case, https:
The Quiet and Unassuming Killer - July 1 2026
July 1st: John Bittrolff Born (1966)
The quiet and unassuming ones are the hardest to reconcile with when their crimes are revealed. On July 1st 1966 a man was born who would shock everyone with his crimes. A man who claims he is innocent and that another more prominent killer is actually the one to blame.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bittrolff, https://apnews.com/article/gilgo-beach-kill
The Monster in the House - June 30 2026
June 30th: Tia Sharp Born (Stuart Hazell)(2000)
Trusting someone around your child is no easy thing. On June 30th 2000 a young girl was born. One who spent time around certain people who, in the end, maybe shouldn’t have been trusted.
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A Decades Old Mystery - June 29 2026
June 29th: Leo Beauregard Found Dead (1990)
Sometimes it takes decades to solve a mystery. On June 29th 1990 a man was found dead in his condo. A case that took 30 years to solve and almost didn’t come to the conclusion many hoped for.
*Suggested by Perrie Susman*
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What Happens When Rehabilitation Doesn't Work? - June 28 2026
June 28th: John Rodney McRae Dies (2005)
Rehabilitation is always a goal. Though, time and time again, we hear stories about how it isn’t always something that’s possible. On June 28th 2005 a man died in prison. One who gave the illusion and hope that he was rehabilitated and, instead, took more lives after leaving prison than he took before he went in.
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The Telephone Killer - June 27 2026
June 27th: Larry Gene Bell Arrested (1985)
To take a human life is truly horrible. To taunt the family of your victims is unimaginable. On June 27th 1985 a man was arrested after weeks of calling the family of his victim. Taunting them over and over with details of how he took the life of their loved one and making them relive the horror.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Gene_Bell, https://w
A Hate Crime in Mississippi - June 26 2026
June 26th: James Craig Anderson Attacked (2011)
To target someone for the color of their skin is a truly monstrous thing. On June 26th 2011 a man was brutally attacked for no other reason than the opinions of his attackers and the color of his skin.
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Sid Jones the Secret Serial Killer - June 25 2026
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The Babysitting Interview - June 24 2026
June 24th: Margaret Ellen Fox Goes Missing (1974)
Something as innocent as a summer job shouldn’t place your life in danger. On June 24th 1974 a young girl embarked on what should have been a simple interview for a typical summer job. One that was used to lure her into danger.
https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/margaret-ellen-fox, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Margaret_Ellen_Fox
A Wrong Door Robbery - June 23 2026
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The Domino Effect of a Good Deed - June 22 2026
June 22nd: Dorothy Donovan Last Seen Alive (1991)
Doing a good deed can set off a domino effect you never quite realize. Usually, it’s a positive one. But what happens when the good thing you do ends up costing you more than you could possibly predict? On June 22nd 1991 a woman was seen for the last time alive and well. Someone unknowingly caught up in the domino effect of someone’s good deed.
The Most Likely Suspects - June 21 2026
June 21st: Dawnita Wilkerson Last Seen (2020)
When a threatened party goes missing, the person who spewed the threats should be a main suspect, right? On June 21st 2020 a woman was seen for the last time. One who was worried for her life because of the threats of a man. Yet, despite that, there are no arrests in her case.
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When The Mob Turns on its Own Hitman - June 20 2026
June 20th: Benjamin Siegel Dies (1947)
Having connections with the underworld can place a target on your back. Even if you're the one who's usually holding the weapon. On June 20th 1947 a notorious hitman became a victim. Showing that, with one wrong move, even the hunter can become the prey.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bugsy_Siegel, https://themobmuseum.org/blog/killed-benjamin-bugsy-siegel/
When Punishment Becomes Homicide - June 19 2026
June 19th: Hana Grace Rose Williams Born (1997)
When someone chooses to adopt a child, one would hope they do so with the best of intentions. On June 19th 1997 a young girl was born. A girl who left her home country and came to the US hoping for a better life with a loving family. Instead, she found herself in absolute hell.
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Sandra Cheskey and the Murderous Friar Brothers - June 18 2026
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The Monster Butler Roy Fontaine - June 17 2026
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The Dead Prophet - June 16 2026
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When Answers Don't Lead To Closure - June 15 2026
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The Sweetheart Murders - June 14 2026
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The Green Twig Murder - June 13 2026
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Devastating Accident or Calculated Murder? - June 12 2026
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An Unethical Prosecutor - June 11 2026
June 11th: Judge Charles Sebesta Disbarred (Anthony Charles Graves)(2011)
Sometimes, the person under fire in a case isn’t just the one who committed the crime. On June 11th 2011 a prosecutor was disbarred years after a devastating murder case. One where he acted in ways unbefitting of a lawyer in order to bring a man to justice. The wrong man as it turned out.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ant
Revenge and Torment - June 10 2026
June 10th: Bill Stout Killed (2007). Revenge is a powerful and deadly thing that can rip apart families. On June 10th 2007 a man lost his life after years of torment in the name of revenge.
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A Sudden Choice To Kill - June 9 2026
June 9th: Richard Cooey Born (1967)
Danger can come in the form of a helping hand. On June 9th 1967 a man was born who would, while pretending to be helpful, place two young girls’ lives in danger.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Cooey, https://prosecutor.summitoh.net/news/31575/only_pdf/clinton-dickens-denied-parole-04222022.pdf, https://www.amnesty.org/en/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/amr5
The Oregon Butcher - June 8 2026
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The Murder of Bourbon Street Performer Jaren Lockhart - June 6 2026
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A Mysterious Royal Murder - June 7 2026
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Elizabeth Smart - June 5 2026
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The Murder of a Body Builder - June 4 2026
June 4th: Doug Benton Disappears (2000)
When all of the evidence points to one person, it’s hard to believe them when they claim their innocence. On June 4th 2000 a man disappeared. And, in the aftermath of that disappearance, all of the evidence pointed directly at one person in his life. A woman who, to this day, swears she had nothing to do with his death.
https://www.onlineathens.com/story/
Tampa Bay Serial Killer Francisco Del Junco - June 3 2026
June 3rd: Francisco del Junco Arrested (1996)
Not all criminals will escalate to murder. But, when they do, it’s hard not to look at their past crimes and wonder if it all could have been prevented if they would have been kept behind bars earlier. On June 3rd 1996 a man was arrested for a series of murders. One who committed a list of crimes beforehand but was deemed not a threat to society.
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The Girl Who Vanished in Just Ten Minutes - June 2 2026
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The Documentary that Helped Solve a Murder - June 1 2026
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How a Sprite Bottle Solved a Murder - May 31 2026
May 31st: Bridget Shiel Found Dead (2016)
Crossing paths with someone dangerous, a stranger, is something outside your control. On May 31st 2016 a young, beautiful, and promising young woman crossed paths with an incredibly dangerous man. She lost her life because of it.
https://people.com/crime/bridget-shiel-suspect-arrested-model-naked-body-atlanta-park/, https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/roll
The Tynong North Serial Killer - May 30 2026
May 30th: First of Frankston and Tynong North Murders (1980)
How can someone disappear in broad daylight? How can it happen again and again without anyone noticing who is responsible? On May 30th 1980 the first of a series of disappearances took place that, to this day, are somehow still unsolved.
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A Death Attributed to Public Shaming - May 29 2026
https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/no-charges-expected-in-suicide-of-tacoma-girl-police-say-real-story-is-nothing-like-tale-spun-online, https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/crime/article26298178.html, https://slate.com/technology/2015/06/izabel-laxamana-a-tragic-case-in-the-growing-genre-of-parents-publicly-shaming-their-children.html, https://www.fox17online.com/2015/06/05/girl-13-commits-su
The Chop Chop Lady - Lucila Lalu - May 28 2026
May 28th: The Chop Chop Lady (Lucila Lalu) (1967)
Infamy doesn’t grant justice. On May 28th 1967 a woman’s murder came to light in a truly horrific manner. A case that, while infamous, remains unsolved to this day.
*Suggested by Perrie*
https://dokumentaryonijuantagalog.weebly.com/lucila-lalu.html, https://www.reddit.com/r/FilipinoTrueCrime/comments/1b4h46g/lucila_lalu_the_original_chopchop_la
Finding Christy Luna - May 27 2026
May 27th: Christy Luna Disappeared (1984)
To live in a world where your children can walk safely to a nearby store would be wonderful. But, as we hear time and time again, this is absolutely not the case. On May 27th 1984 a young girl vanished on the very short walk to a corner store. A case that, though active and being worked on, is still unsolved.
https://int-missing.fandom.com/wiki/Christy_
The Deadliest Mass Shooting In San Fransico Bay - May 26 2026
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The Murder of A Holocaust Survivor - May 25 2026
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The Death of Writer Henry Dumas - May 23 2026
May 23rd: Henry Dumas Killed by Police (1968)
Death doesn’t stop influence. On May 23rd 1968 a man tragically lost his life. A writer whose career, and influence, lived on despite the end of his life.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Dumas#Death, https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2015/10/01/433229181/henry-dumas-wrote-about-black-people-killed-by-cops-then-he-was-killed-by-a-cop, https
A Suicide Mystery - May 24 2026
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The Tragic Death of Gabriel Fernandez - May 22 2026
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When Eyewitnesses Contradict - May 21 2026
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A Robbery Gone Wrong - May 20 2026
May 20th: Howard “Bud” Stoddard Killed (2010)
When a robbery goes wrong, people’s lives are put in danger. On May 20th 2010 a man’s life was put to an end by three individuals looking for a payout.
*Suggested by Catie Jordan on Instagram
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Five killed in California knife rampage - May 19 2026
May 19th: Nikolay Soltys Born (1974)
Every family has its problems. But not every family uses murder to try and solve those problems. On May 19th 1974 a man was born who would take up a weapon to try and solve the problems he claimed were plaguing his family.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikolay_Soltys, https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2002-feb-14-me-soltys14-story.html, https://www.fbi
Something Beyond Torture - May 18 2026
May 18th: Kelly Anne Bates Born (1978)
A mother’s instinct is something that should be trusted. On May 18th 1978 a young girl was born. A girl whose mother got a horrible feeling when introduced to her daughter’s boyfriend. An instinct she later wished she had followed through with.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Kelly_Anne_Bates, https://allthatsinteresting.com/kelly-anne-bates, https
Murder or Accident? - May 17 2026
May 17th: Caleb Marple Goes Out with Friends (2020)
When embarking on a night out with friends, you expect nothing but a good time. On May 17th 2020 a man went out with some friends expecting exactly that. And, instead, found himself in danger. A man whose death, even years later, is still a mystery.
https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/investigations/3news-investigates-the-curious-death-of-caleb-
The Apocalypse and the Cult in the Cave - May 16 2026
May 16th: Last Members of True Russian Orthodox Church Leave Cave (2008)
Belief in something can sometimes cloud even the best of judgments. On May 16th 2008 the last of a group of women left the caves after months of believing the apocalypse was coming. Women who put their lives in danger based on the belief in one man who called himself a profit. Today’s episode is re-working/re-recording of a
A Trampled Upon Crime Scene - May 15 2026
May 15th: First of Noida Double Murder (2008)
Some investigations are incredibly messy. So much so that they leave the case unsolved. May 15th 2008 marked the beginning of one such case. One that, legally, remains unsolved even today.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2008_Noida_double_murder_case, https://allthatsinteresting.com/aarushi-talwar, https://www.comingsoon.net/true-crime/news/1402695-wh
The Mystery of the Woman in the Car - May 14 2026
May 14th: Kathy Page's Body Found (1991)
Some mysteries don’t really seem that mysterious. Yet, somehow, they remain unsolved. On May 14th 1991 a woman’s body was found at the scene of what looked like a car crash. A case that, though most have a pretty good idea of who the killer is, remains unsolved.
https://unsolved.com/gallery/kathy-page/, https://www.dps.texas.gov/apps/coldCase/Home/Detail
The Puzzle Pieces of an Unsolved Murder - May 13 2026
May 13th: Rachael DelTondo Killed (2018)
So many puzzle pieces have to be pieced together when looking into a person's life and their murder. On May 13th 2018 a woman was gunned down in her driveway. A case that, with each puzzle piece one by one, the investigation got more and more complicated until a suspect was finally revealed.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rachael-deltondo-murder-sheldon-je
The Murder Plot at the Pizza Hut - May 12 2026
May 12th: Bobby Kent Born (1973)
Some friendships aren’t healthy. On May 12th 1973 a man was born whose friendship with another man, according to sources, was not one that was looked at favorably. A relationship one person had to die to set the other free from.
*Suggested by Perrie*
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Bobby_Kent, https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/5-chilling-details-b
A Missing Backpacker - Charles Horvath - May 11 2026
May 11th: Charles Horvath Makes Last Contact (1989)
It’s the not knowing that, for some, is the hardest thing to live with. On May 11th 1989 a mother was contacted for the last time by her beloved son. A woman who has spent the last 3 decades fighting to find out what happened to him after they last spoke.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Charles_Horvath-Allan, https://www.cbc.ca/
The Sole Survivor of a Family Massacre - May 10 2026
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A Murder in Gulf Shores - May 9 2026
May 9th: Angel Downs Dies (2010)
Some trials don’t end the way you think or hope they will. On May 9th 2010 a woman lost her life. A case that, in the end, had a much different outcome than many expected.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/48-hours-suicide-or-murder-investigating-the-death-of-angel-downs/, https://www.oxygen.com/accident-suicide-or-murder/crime-news/angel-downs-shot-in-driveway-what-
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