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On June 9, 2010, Umi Southworth was discovered beneath a box spring in a wooded area behind her Lexington, Kentucky, home, the victim of a brutal assault. In the final part of our series, we examine the continued investigation by Lexington Police detectives, the evidence that shaped the direction of the case, and the developments that ultimately led to its resolution. Part 3 of 3.

In 2010, Umi Southworth was found brutally assaulted and concealed beneath a box spring in a wooded area behind her Lexington, Kentucky, home. In this episode, we continue our discussion of the crime scene and discuss Umi’s victimology. Part 1 of 3.

In 2010, Umi Southworth was found brutally assaulted and concealed beneath a box spring in a wooded area behind her Lexington, Kentucky, home. The investigation would become particularly complicated when forensic evidence appeared difficult to reconcile with both the investigative findings and the behavior observed in the case.

In late September 1982, seven people in the Chicago area died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules that had been deliberately contaminated with cyanide. In Part 3, we continue our discussion of James Lewis, one of the main suspects, and conclude our analysis of the case.

We continue our behavioral discussion of the Tylenol killer, including what the method, victim selection, and circumstances of the poisonings may tell us about the offender. We then turn to the investigation and begin examining the suspects who came to the attention of law enforcement. Part 2 of 3.

When Binghamton University student, Haley Anderson, stopped answering her friends’ texts, they knew something was very wrong. A subsequent search revealed Haley was dead in a mutual friend’s apartment. But this friend was nowhere to be found. An investigation would reveal a murder, a runaway to Nicaragua, and justice that would span two continents. You can listen to Campus Killings everywhere you listen to podcasts. To find out more about Campus Killings be sure to check out the show's home page. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In late September 1982, seven people in the Chicago area died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules that had been deliberately contaminated with cyanide. The deaths triggered a massive multiagency investigation, a nationwide recall, and changes to product packaging that remain with us today.

In Part 3 of our analysis of the 1975 murder of Deborah “Debbie” Sue Williamson, cold case investigator Jen Bucholtz and investigative journalist George Jared join us once again.

Single mom Eileen Zarlenga disappeared from her home on a cold night in March 1988, taking her coat, boots, and purse, but leaving behind her three-year-old daughter. Eileen remained missing for 4 days, and when she was found, it was not good news.

In Part 2 of our series on the 1975 murder of Deborah “Debbie” Sue Williamson, we continue our analysis of the crime scene and discuss what the dynamics of the attack may tell us about the offender.

On August 24, 1975, 18-year-old Deborah “Debbie” Sue Williamson was murdered in the carport of the Lubbock, Texas, home she shared with her husband, Doug Williamson. In this episode, we begin our analysis of Debbie’s murder by examining the timeline and crime scene. Joining us for this series are cold case investigator Jennifer Bucholtz and investigative journalist George Jared.

We continue our examination of Ghislaine Maxwell’s background, her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, the role she played in his life and social world, and her involvement in the recruitment and abuse of minor girls. Part 2 of 2.

We examine Ghislaine Maxwell’s background, her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, the role she played in his life and social world, and her involvement in the recruitment and abuse of minor girls. Part 1 of 2.

We continue our examination of the life, crimes, and behavioral patterns of Jeffrey Epstein. Joined by forensic psychologist Dr. Samantha Stein, we explore how Epstein groomed and manipulated victims, the systems that enabled his abuse for decades, and what his behavior reveals about him. Part 2 of 2.

In this two-part series, we examine the life, crimes, and behavioral patterns of Jeffrey Epstein. Joined by forensic psychologist Dr. Samantha Stein, we explore how Epstein groomed and manipulated victims, the systems that enabled his abuse for decades, and what his behavior reveals about him.

We continue our discussion of the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit's planned interviews with convicted Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) Rex Heuermann. Part 2 of 2.

As part of his plea agreement, convicted Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) Rex Heuermann agreed to be interviewed by the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU). In this episode, we discuss what those interviews will involve, what profilers hope to learn, and how they differ from traditional police interrogations. We also examine the behavioral significance of the evidence in the Gilgo Beach serial killings, including Heuermann's alleged planning documents and what they may reveal about him. Part 1 of 2.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode webpage: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/145-rex-heuermann-and-the-fbis-behavioral-analysis-unit-part-1/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit…

Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for the conclusion of our six-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. In this final episode, we evaluate and prioritize the individuals we believe warrant the greatest investigative attention based on the evidence, known timelines, victimology, and behavioral analysis. Part 6 of 6.

Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for Part 5 of our multi-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley.

Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, joins us once again for Part 4 of our multi-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley.

Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for Part 3 of our multi-part series on the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley. In this episode, we focus on victimology, examining Martha’s personality, relationships, and social world in the months leading up to her murder.

Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, returns for Part 2 of our multi-part series on the murder of Martha Moxley.

Journalist Andrew Goldman, host of the podcast Dead Certain, joins us for this multi-part series on the murder of Martha Moxley. We begin by examining the events of October 30, 1975, reconstructing the timeline of 15-year-old Martha’s final hours, and discussing the crime scene.

Forensic psychologist Dr. Samantha Stein joins the show to discuss her book, Evil at Our Table: Inside the Minds of the Monsters Who Live Among Us.

In Part 2 of our analysis of the 2009 murder of 59-year-old Barbara Lea Tooley and the attempted murder of her 88-year-old mother, Helen Long, we examine victimology. We also provide our final assessment of the case, offender characteristics, and whether this crime was likely targeted or opportunistic.

On October 1, 2009, 59-year-old Barbara Lea Tooley was murdered while visiting her 88-year-old mother, Helen Long, at the family home in Glendale, Oregon. Helen survived the attack despite suffering serious gunshot injuries. In this episode, we examine the timeline of events, witness statements, and the crime scene.

Tad DiBiase, a former federal prosecutor who specialized in “no-body” homicide cases joins the show.

In part 4 of our series on the disappearance of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner, we bring our analysis to a close. Drawing from the timeline, Sam McDonald’s account, and Ashley’s victimology, we assess what the known facts—and the gaps—may suggest about what happened to Ashley in June 2017. Part 4 of 4.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/134-missing-person-ashley-loring-heavyrunner-part-4/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Part 3 of our series on the disappearance of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner, we conclude our analysis of Sam McDonald’s account. From there, we shift our focus to Ashley’s victimology, looking at her lifestyle, relationships, and behavioral patterns to better understand her risk level and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Part 3 of 4.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/133-missing-person-ashley-loring-heavyrunner-part-3/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…

We continue working through the timeline of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner's disappearance in June 2017, with a focus on the account provided by the individual who claimed to be the last person to see her.

In this multi-part series, we examine the disappearance of Ashley Loring HeavyRunner, a 20-year-old woman from the Blackfeet Nation who vanished in June of 2017. Joined by journalist and podcast host Jayson Blair, we walk through the timeline of Ashley’s disappearance.

In Part 3 of our case study on Jeffrey Dahmer, we turn to his psychological evaluation. Forensic psychologist Dr. Paige Wilcoxson joins us again. Part 3 of 3.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/130-jeffrey-dahmer-a-case-study-part-3/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Part 2 of our case study on Jeffrey Dahmer, we move beyond the timeline of the crimes and examine his developmental background. We look at his childhood, family dynamics, early behaviors, and periods of isolation to understand how his trajectory developed. From both a behavioral and psychological perspective, we assess what these factors may—and may not—tell us. Part 2 of 3.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/129-jeffrey-dahmer-a-case-study-part-2/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…

We begin our analysis of Jeffrey Dahmer by reviewing the timeline of his crimes and the circumstances surrounding each victim. As we walk through the series of murders, we examine the investigative context at the time and discuss several missed opportunities that might have allowed law enforcement to identify Dahmer earlier. Throughout this series, we will examine the case through both behavioral and psychological perspectives to better understand the offender and his crimes. Part 1 of 3.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/128-jeffrey-dahmer-a-case-study-part-1/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a…

We conduct a behavioral linkage analysis to examine the question of whether two of the most infamous unsolved cases in American criminal history—the murder of Elizabeth Short, known as the Black Dahlia, and the Zodiac killings—could have been committed by the same offender.

In this special episode of The Consult, I’m joined by retired FBI agent Jerri Williams, host of FBI Retired Case File Review, to revisit my favorite film of all time, The Silence of the Lambs.

In Part 2, we move away from the basic facts and discuss the characteristics of the offender, based on the actions taken inside the store and the sequence of events.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookJoin our Facebook fan page (created by fans for fans): UNSUBSGet The Consult MerchFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/125-Lane-Bryant-mass-murder-part-2/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode examines the unsolved Lane Bryant mass murder that occurred on February 2, 2008, in Tinley Park, Illinois.

Retired FBI agent Geoffrey Kelly, the longtime case agent on the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist—the largest art theft in history—joins the show.

In the final episode of our three-part series on the murder of Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza, we analyze Liz’s victimology.

LOVE MURDER: A marriage that begins with a chance encounter in the 1960s spans two decades of ambition, volatility, and mounting strain, before a sudden death in a hotel room during a work trip is ruled an accident and quietly put to rest—until inconsistencies, private fears, and unresolved conflicts begin to surface, forcing a reckoning with what was really happening inside a relationship that looked perfect from the outside.Please follow, rate and review wherever you get podcasts! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We examine the 2019 murder of Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza, who was shot and killed in her driveway in Tomball, Texas while setting up for a garage sale. Mike Morford of the Criminology podcast joins us again as we discuss our impressions of the Ring camera footage that captured the murder.

We examine the 2019 murder of Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza, who was shot and killed in her driveway in Tomball, Texas, while setting up for a garage sale. Mike Morford of the Criminology podcast joins us for this three-part series.

We examine the concept of targeted violence (e.g., mass attacks, school shootings, lone-actor attacks, and assassinations) and how it differs from spontaneous or impulsive acts of violence.

Part 2 of our discussion of the independent review of Philadelphia MEO case 11-0420, involving the death of Ellen Greenberg. Part 2 of 2.

In this episode, we examine the independent review of Philadelphia MEO case 11-0420, involving the death of Ellen Greenberg.

In Part 2 of our analysis of The Murders of Dr. and Mrs. Littlefield, we turn to Paul Dwyer’s final confession in which he directly implicated Deputy Sheriff Francis Carroll in the murders.

In part 1 of our analysis of The Murders of Dr. and Mrs. Littlefield, we examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Dr. James Littlefield and his wife, Lydia, in 1937. Their bodies were discovered in their car in North Arlington, New Jersey, far from their home in South Paris, Maine, with 18-year-old Paul Dwyer at the wheel. The discovery launched an investigation that raised questions which persist to this day. Subsequent proceedings introduced competing explanations for the murders. One theory holds that Dwyer acted alone. Another contends that Deputy Sheriff Francis Carroll was the primary offender, with Dwyer forced to assist in covering up the crime. We try to answer what most likely happened. Part 1 of 2.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/TwitterInstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/115-the-murders-of-dr-and-mrs-littlefield-part-1/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of…

In our third and final part on the missing and murdered women of Grand Rapids, Investigative Reporter Susan Samples from WOOD TV8 joins us again as we take a closer look at long-haul trucker Garry Artman. Artman was convicted of one of the Grand Rapids murders—the 1996 murder of Sharon Hammack—and linked by DNA to the killing of Dusty Schuck, who was from Maryland.You can follow The Consult on social media:X/Twitter InstagramFacebookFor additional information and resources, please visit our episode website: https://www.truecrimeconsult.com/114-the-missing-and-murdered-in-grand-rapids-part-3/Music “Light in the Basement” by John Hanske. Listen to more of John’s music on Spotify.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting us on Patreon for early and ad-free episodes. Visit Patreon.com/theconsultpod to become a subscriber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Tiffany Link, Collections Curator for the Maine Historical Society and co-curator of the exhibition “Notorious: Maine Crime in the Public Eye, 1690–1940” joins the show.