Real Life Real Crime

On today's episode of True Crime Time, Woody begins with exciting developments in the Justice for Hailey movement, announcing that the Georgia Prosecuting Attorneys' Qualifications Commission has officially accepted the complaint for review after receiving Attorney Thomas Davenport's legal memorandum. Woody also shares updates on What Happened to Madison, encouraging listeners to continue spreading awareness and reminding everyone that persistence is making a difference.
Today's stories include:
A look back at the 1984 Colorado hammer murders and how DNA evidence finally identified serial killer Alex Ewing nearly forty years later.
A Wisconsin correctional officer arrested after investigators uncovered an inappropriate romantic relationship with an inmate on electronic monitoring.
An 11-year-old Texas boy killed after a man experiencing a mental health crisis allegedly opened fire on neighbors, leading Woody to discuss mental illness, criminal responsibility, and public safety.
A Washington man accused of intentionally setting a devastating wildfire after previously serving prison time for killing his own father during an argument.
A heartbreaking Wisconsin family tragedy in which a father and his two daughters were found dead inside their home as investigators continue searching for answers.
The extraordinary international case of an 18-year-old Norwegian recruited online by a violent criminal organization to travel to England and carry out a contract killing.
A Florida mother accused of abusing her six-month-old son before allegedly spending hours watching TikTok videos and visiting adult websites instead of seeking emergency medical care.
Woody closes with an important public safety reminder after recounting a rattlesnake attack on a Michigan man who got too close while attempting to take a photograph.
Throughout the episode, Woody emphasizes that whether pursuing justice for victims, exposing organized crime, or solving decades-old murders through DNA, persistence and community involvement continue to make a difference.
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Justice for Hailey update
Georgia Prosecuting Attorneys' Qualifications Commission
What Happened to Madison
Alex Ewing cold case
DNA solves 1984 murders
Correctional officer misconduct
Texas neighborhood shooting
Mental health and criminal responsibility
Washington wildfire arson
Norway murder-for-hire plot
Foxtrot criminal network
Florida infant abuse case
Rattlesnake safety reminder
Community advocacy continues to move the Justice for Hailey campaign forward.
Advances in DNA technology continue to solve decades-old violent crimes.
Organized criminal networks increasingly use social media to recruit vulnerable young adults.
Delaying medical care for an injured child can have tragic consequences.
Public awareness, persistence, and refusing to give up remain central themes in the pursuit of justice.
Woody closes with a practical reminder: admire wildlife from a safe distance—some mistakes only take one bite. 

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On today's episode of True Crime Time, Woody begins with an important reminder as students head back to school: slow down in school zones and stay alert. He also encourages listeners to continue supporting What Happened to Madison and Justice for Hailey, emphasizing that persistence and community involvement remain critical in the pursuit of justice.
Today's stories include:
A look back at the disturbing case of Marie No, the Pennsylvania mother convicted decades later in the deaths of multiple infants.
A heartbreaking Florida investigation involving Baby Angelina, where two young parents face aggravated manslaughter and other felony charges after investigators say their newborn disappeared and has never been found.
A shocking domestic homicide in England in which a mother of four was allegedly murdered by her estranged husband after asking, "What are you gonna do, kill me?"
Two California men sentenced to life without parole after ambushing a father while he buckled his two-year-old son into a car, killing the father and shooting the toddler in the face in a revenge attack.
The identification of 15-year-old Kristen Galvin, a victim of human trafficking whose remains were identified years later through forensic genetic genealogy.
An inspiring look back at the Elizabeth Smart kidnapping, survival, and recovery, highlighting one of the most remarkable missing-person cases in modern history and reminding listeners why we should never give up hope.
Woody closes the episode by reminding listeners that while many missing person cases end in tragedy, stories like Elizabeth Smart's demonstrate why investigators, families, and communities must continue searching, continue believing, and never give up.
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Back-to-school safety
What Happened to Madison update
Justice for Hailey update
Marie No child murder case
Baby Angelina investigation
Missing newborn
England domestic homicide
California revenge murder
Human trafficking victim identified
Kristen Galvin
Elizabeth Smart kidnapping
Cold case investigations
Never Give Up, Never Surrender
Community awareness can make a meaningful difference in missing persons investigations.
Advances in forensic genetic genealogy continue to bring long-awaited answers to families.
Violence within families remains one of the most devastating forms of crime.
Cases like Elizabeth Smart's remind us that hope should never be abandoned, even when someone has been missing for months.
Woody's message remains the same: Never give up. Never surrender.

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On today's episode of True Crime Time, Woody reflects on the importance of never giving up in the pursuit of justice. He opens the show by encouraging listeners to continue supporting What Happened to Madison and Justice for Hailey, reminding everyone that community involvement and persistence can make a real difference for victims and their families.
Today's stories include:
A look back at the infamous 1892 Lizzie Borden axe murders and the mystery that continues to surround one of America's most notorious homicide cases.
Two Georgia men charged with felony animal cruelty after investigators say they brutally beat two large turtles to death with rocks and bricks.
The investigation into the death of a Scottish woman whose body was discovered inside a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens, Greece.
A remarkable breakthrough in a nearly 30-year-old New Mexico cold case after the remains of Ann Lombard Taylor were discovered buried on property where investigators had searched for years.
A bizarre TSA discovery at an Alabama airport after officers found five Civil War-era cannonballs hidden inside a traveler's checked luggage.
A California man accused of murdering his mother with a hammer after she traveled across the country from Maine to visit him.
The identification of a 15-year-old California Jane Doe nearly 50 years after her murder through forensic investigative genetic genealogy, finally allowing her family to bring her home.
Throughout the episode, Woody emphasizes the importance of perseverance in unsolved cases, reminding listeners that even decades-old investigations can still produce answers. He closes by urging continued support for What Happened to Madison, Justice for Hailey, and every family still waiting for justice or the return of a loved one.
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What Happened to Madison update
Justice for Hailey update
Lizzie Borden murders
Georgia turtle cruelty case
Scotland woman found in Greece
Suitcase homicide investigation
Ann Lombard Taylor cold case
Civil War cannonballs at TSA
California matricide
Michelle Collier identified after 48 years
Forensic investigative genetic genealogy
Cold cases solved decades later
Cold cases can still be solved decades later through persistence and advances in forensic science.
Families deserve answers, even when justice takes years—or generations.
Community involvement and public awareness continue to play a critical role in missing persons investigations.
Modern DNA technology and genetic genealogy are transforming the way unidentified victims are brought home.
Never give up. Never surrender. That message remains at the heart of every unsolved case Woody covers. 

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On today's episode of True Crime Time, Woody opens the show with updates on two cases that continue to need public support: What Happened to Madison? following a recent NewsNation feature, and the ongoing Justice for Hailey campaign. Woody encourages listeners to continue submitting tips, contacting elected officials, and sharing the growing body of scientific and legal evidence surrounding Hailey Johnson's case.
Today's stories include:
Remembering the victims of the 2019 El Paso Walmart mass shooting and the hate crimes committed by Patrick Crusius.
A tragic mass shooting at a newly opened In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, that claimed the lives of employees and customers while leaving several others critically injured.
A heartbreaking Georgia case in which a one-year-old child died after being left in a hot vehicle outside a hospital for approximately nine hours.
A Gwinnett County investigation involving school bus drivers accused of engaging in sexual activity while on duty and using school buses during work hours.
Livingston Parish deputies arrest another alleged child predator following an undercover operation targeting adults attempting to meet minors for sex.
Woody and his brother Jean Paul discuss an unusual airline incident involving a first-class passenger refusing to leave another traveler's assigned seat, leading to a conversation about "seat squatters" and airline etiquette.
Woody closes the episode by thanking listeners for their continued support of Justice for Hailey and What Happened to Madison, reminding everyone that public awareness and community action remain essential in helping bring justice to victims and their families.
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Justice for Hailey campaign update
What Happened to Madison update
NewsNation interview
2019 El Paso Walmart shooting
Idaho In-N-Out Burger mass shooting
Georgia hot car child death
Gwinnett County school bus investigation
Livingston Parish child predator arrest
Airline passenger "seat squatting"
Community action and victim advocacy 

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On August 1, 1966, Charles Whitman climbed the observation deck of the University of Texas Tower and opened fire, forever changing American history. During the next 96 minutes, sixteen people were killed, dozens more were wounded, and law enforcement was forced to confront a type of mass violence the country had never experienced before.
In this episode, Cyndi Overton takes a deep dive into one of the most infamous mass shootings in American history—not just the events of that tragic day, but the life that led up to it. From Whitman's abusive childhood and extraordinary intelligence to his military career, deteriorating mental health, and desperate attempts to seek psychiatric help, this episode examines the psychological, environmental, and neurological factors that may have contributed to the tragedy.
Cyndi also explores the discovery of Whitman's brain tumor following his death, how the case transformed law enforcement through the development of modern SWAT teams and active shooter response protocols, and the lasting impact the case had on psychiatry's understanding of violence, threat assessment, and mental illness.
Most importantly, this episode honors the victims whose lives were forever changed on August 1, 1966, reminding us that behind every headline are families, dreams, and futures that were stolen far too soon.
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Charles Whitman's childhood
Abuse and family dynamics
High IQ and early development
United States Marine Corps
University of Texas at Austin
Psychiatric warning signs
Brain tumor and behavioral changes
The Texas Tower shooting
Law enforcement response
Creation of SWAT teams
Evolution of threat assessment
Mental health and violence
Honoring the victims
Violence rarely develops in isolation; it is often the result of multiple interacting factors.
High intelligence does not protect against emotional or psychological distress.
Recognizing and responding to credible threats remains one of the greatest challenges in mental health and public safety.
The 1966 Texas Tower shooting permanently changed how law enforcement responds to active shooter incidents.
Remembering the victims is just as important as understanding the offender.

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