Tag: Solved

Morbidology the Podcast - 229: Elaine Doyle

Morbidology the Podcast – 229: Elaine Doyle

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During the 1980s, forensic science was still in its early stages, lacking the advanced techniques we have today. However, over the subsequent couple of decades, remarkable strides were made in the field. DNA testing, fingerprint analysis, and fibre testing emerged, ushering in a new era of forensic capabilities. With these breakthroughs, cold cases that had long remained unsolved began to be revisited, utilizing the power of modern investigative techniques. Among these cases was the tragic 1986 murder of a teenage girl, whose lifeless body was discovered just a short distance from her own front door in Greenock, Scotland.

Nov 6, 2023  •  5 min read

Morbidology the Podcast - 228: Chelsea Bruck

Morbidology the Podcast – 228: Chelsea Bruck

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Halloween was fast approaching in Maybee, Michigan, on the 24th of October, 2014. In preparation, people were putting the final touches to their Halloween costumes and making sure that their candy bowls were well-stocked. That night, a massive Halloween party was being held nearby in Newport. Around 600 people gathered at the party, flaunting their costumes, watching the bands, and having some drinks. However, amidst the lively celebration, an ominous presence lurked among the guests, harbouring sinister intentions.

Oct 30, 2023  •  6 min read

Morbidology the Podcast - 227: Ethan Stacy

Morbidology the Podcast – 227: Ethan Stacy

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Nestled within Davis County, Utah, Layton stands as a vibrant city, intimately connected to the bustling heart of Salt Lake City. This commuter's haven, with its approximately 80,000 residents, has carved its place on the map. However, in spring of 2010, citizens of Layton awoke to find police officers scouring throughout the neighborhoods. They were searching for a little boy who had inexplicably vanished in the middle of the night.

Oct 23, 2023  •  3 min read

Morbidology the Podcast - 225: Richard Field & Lina Bolanos

Morbidology the Podcast – 225: Richard Field & Lina Bolanos

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Once upon a time, Boston, Massachusetts, was marred by period of decay and rampant crime. Yet, as time progressed, a remarkable transformation swept through the city, turning it into a thriving epicentre. Modern apartment complexes sprang up, luring wealthy professionals and giving rise to an era of prosperity. Boston's identity shifted, gaining the reputation of an urban utopia where expensive residential towers stood tall, many of which came with the protection of a security team. In 2017, however, a gruesome crime was uncovered in one of these penthouses, sending shockwaves throughout the city.

Oct 9, 2023  •  4 min read

Morbidology the Podcast - 224: Sebastian Kalinowski

Morbidology the Podcast – 224: Sebastian Kalinowski

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In August, 2021, detectives in Huddersfield, United Kingdom, were investigating a case where a teenage boy reportedly fell unconscious while in the bathtub. As they initiated their inquiry within the family residence, a peculiar discovery awaited them: surveillance cameras strategically placed in every corner of the house. It was around 6:15AM, when they observed something on the banks of the river. As they got closer, they recoiled in horror to see that it was the body of a man, nude except for his socks. The body was transported to the medical examiner’s office where it was found that he had...

Oct 2, 2023  •  4 min read

Morbidology the Podcast - 223: Tanya Smith & Misty Cockerill

Morbidology the Podcast – 223: Tanya Smith & Misty Cockerill

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Situated approximately 70 kilometres from Vancouver, Abbotsford stands as a bedroom community in Canada. The cityscape is marked by extensive farmlands, orchards, and rolling hills that lend to its quaint rural allure. However, in 1995, Abbotsford was shaken by a brutal assault on two teenage girls who were making their way home from a party. Following the grim incident, the assailant initiated a series of unsettling phone calls to the police, forewarning of impending acts of violence. Detectives raced against the clock to identify the individual before he could make good on his threats.

Sep 25, 2023  •  5 min read