Can you believe that we've done 100 episodes of the show already!? We can hardly believe it ourselves and in this special bonus episode, we talk candidly as we reflect on the past 100 episodes and three years of CRIME FAMILY. We discuss how the show came to be, the ups and downs we've encountered and the biggest things we've learned along the way. We will be taking a brief hiatus but will be back for Season 6 before you know it so stay tuned on our socials for updates! FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @crimefamilypodcast X: @crimefamilypod1 Facebook: Crime Family Podcast Email: crimefamily ..read more

It's the final episode of the season and also the conclusion to our Long Island Serial Killer case coverage! In this episode, we focus on the arrest of the case's prime suspect Rex Heuermann in July 2023 after years of investigation and mounting pressure from the public and victims' families. We discuss the arrest, the evidence that led investigators to Heuermann and the reaction from those closest to him and his many alleged victims. As the killer faces charges, questions still linger about his motives, the extent of his crimes, and the possibility of even more revelations and evidence to com ..read more

Part three of our Long Island Serial Killer coverage goes into (sadly) familiar territory as we discuss the corruption within the police departments supposed to be responsible for solving this case. With the serial murders going unsolved for over a decade, we uncover everything that was happening behind closed doors inside the police force that led to the long delay in finding the monster responsible. Ultimately, the case is solved, but at what cost and after how many others were placed at risk? FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @crimefamilypodcast X: @crimefamilypod1 Facebook: Crime Famil ..read more

In part 2 of our Long Island Serial Killer coverage, we delve deeper into the discovery of six more bodies near the Gilgo Beach dumping grounds, including two with a connection to a 1997 cold case. This development adds a new layer of complexity to the investigation and raises questions about the killer's motives and timeline. Are all six bodies connected to the same killer, or are there multiple killers responsible? Also, we touch on the various conspiracy theories that have surrounded this case for years and all the various avenues explored by both police and internet sleuths in an attempt ..read more

Our final true-crime deep dive of the season focuses on the Long Island Serial Killer, which all begins with the disappearance of 23-year-old Shannan Gilbert on May 1, 2010. The night took a chilling turn when a 911 call captured Shannan's frantic screams and desperate attempts to seek help from neighbors before abruptly cutting off, leaving her fate a haunting mystery. As authorities launched a search for Shannan, their efforts took a grim turn when they instead uncovered the remains of four other missing women, all escorts who had vanished years earlier under mysterious circumstances. This d ..read more

In the fourth and final part of our Meredith Kercher murder case coverage, we dive deeper into the manipulation both of and by the media to portray Amanda Knox as the ultimate villain in Meredith's murder and the implications this negative portrayal had on Amanda both during the ordeal and after the final verdicts. Additionally, we discuss the aftermath of the trauma on all parties involved, where they are today and how this case should be a lesson in the dangerous consequences of tunnel vision, shoddy police work, and the media's ultimate power to influence the masses in high-profile cases ..read more

In part 3 of our coverage of the Meredith Kercher murder case, we delve into the complex legal landscape surrounding the investigation. We explore the various trials and legal proceedings that occurred over many years- from the initial trial of Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito to their eventual acquittal and subsequent re-trial. We examine the evidence presented, the arguments made by the prosecution and defense, and the ultimate outcomes of these legal battles. Join us as we navigate the twists and turns of this high-profile case and discuss the miscarriage of justice that took place follo ..read more

In part two of our Meredith Kercher murder case coverage,  we focus on the arrests of key players in the case and a false confession that played a pivotal role in the investigation and trial. The interrogation of Amanda Knox, Meredith's American roommate, and how her initial statement to the police was coerced under intense pressure ultimately leads to a domino effect that turns disastrous for her. We examine the impact of this false confession on the case, as well as the media frenzy and public perception that begins to surround Knox and the other suspects. Join us as we analyze the im ..read more

Our next true crime deep-dive is on the tragic case of Meredith Kercher, a British exchange student whose life was cut short in Perugia, Italy. Meredith was found brutally murdered in the house she shared with other students in November 2007. In part 1, we explore the beginning of the investigation into her murder, which starts to uncover a complex web of suspicion, especially surrounding Meredith's roommate Amanda Knox and Knox's boyfriend at the time, Raffaele Sollecito. Join us as we unravel the details of the case, examining the evidence, the trial, and the various theories surrounding w ..read more

In the final part of our Laci Peterson murder case deep dive, we discuss the new bombshell revelation that The Innocence Project has taken on the case, offering to review the evidence and potentially assist in Scott Peterson's defense. As the promise of new evidence emerges, The Innocence Project's involvement adds a new layer of complexity to the case, and we cover some of the compelling evidence that once went under-the-radar that may now hold the key to Scott's innocence once and for all. FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @crimefamilypodcast X: @crimefamilypod1 Facebook: Crime Family Po ..read more