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True Crime Time For November 10, 2026 | Fallen Washington Deputies, Russell Brand Sentencing, Dallas Murder & Mysterious New Jersey Deaths
10.11.2026 | 44 Min.This Day in History — November 10
2003: The case of Mary Lynn Witherspoon, who was murdered after being stalked by Edmonds Tennant.
1998: Eight-year-old Maddie Clifton's body is discovered inside the home of her teenage neighbor, Josh Phillips, in Jacksonville, Florida.
2009: John Allen Muhammad, one of the perpetrators of the 2002 D.C. sniper attacks, is executed in Virginia.
1985: A hunter discovers a barrel containing human remains in New Hampshire, an early discovery in the Bear Brook murders investigation.
2008: Serial killer Arthur Shawcross dies in prison.
1951: Birth of William Henry Hance, a convicted serial killer executed in Georgia in 1994.
1938: Kristallnacht, the Nazi-organized campaign of antisemitic violence, concludes.
Story 1 — Two Spokane County Deputies Killed in Domestic Violence Response
Deputies Mason Acheson and Parker Perry respond to a November 3 domestic violence emergency near Spangle, Washington.
Deputies attempting to reach potential victims inside a home come under gunfire.
Acheson dies from his injuries, while Perry remains on life support for organ donation before his death.
Investigators identify the gunman as Ryan Larson, who dies from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Larson's mother and sister are also found dead inside the residence.
Woody honors the deputies' military service, law enforcement careers, and surviving families.
Story 2 — Russell Brand Sentencing Report
Woody plays a news segment reporting that British actor and comedian Russell Brand has received a 10½-year prison sentence.
The report describes convictions involving rape and sexual assault.
Additional allegations are described as remaining under investigation.
Woody discusses celebrity, abuse of power, and accountability.
Story 3 — Dallas Public Defender's Office Investigator Charged With Wife's Murder
Jimmy Spurger Jr., chief investigator for the Dallas County Public Defender's Office, is charged with first-degree murder.
His wife, Maria Teresa Spurger, is found dead in their downtown Dallas apartment on November 6.
Investigators describe a barricaded doorway, stab wounds, and evidence recovered at the scene.
Spurger is discovered injured inside the apartment and taken for medical treatment.
The couple had been married for approximately 35 years, and Spurger had recently filed for divorce.
Woody discusses the reported evidence and the contrast between Spurger's investigative career and the criminal charge he now faces.
Family Matters — Florida Grandmother Accused of Stealing Halloween Decoration
Tanya Jean Mannion is accused of taking an inflatable Halloween ghost from a neighbor's porch while caring for three grandchildren.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd describes the incident in a video featured during the episode.
Investigators report recovering the decoration.
Mannion faces burglary, theft, criminal mischief, and related charges.
Woody shares his appreciation for Sheriff Judd's memorable approach to communicating with the public.
Story 4 — Postal Worker Discovers Note Leading to Three Bodies in New Jersey
USPS employee Don Clemens discovers an unusual handwritten note requesting someone call 911.
Police respond to a home in Mount Holly, New Jersey, on November 6.
Three adults, described by neighbors as two brothers and a sister, are found dead inside.
The note includes two hand-drawn sad faces.
Authorities have not publicly established the cause of death or identified a suspect in the reporting discussed.
Woody examines the unusual circumstances and unanswered questions surrounding the discovery.
Story 5 — Kentucky Woman Accused of Strangling High School Football Player
Kayla Barrett, 36, is arrested following an alleged October 30 incident at a football game between Wayne County and North Laurel.
Investigators allege Barrett approached a teenage player and strangled him from behind.
The student receives medical evaluation.
Barrett faces a second-degree strangulation charge.
Woody discusses the responsibility of adults to protect young athletes and maintain safe sporting environments.
Content Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, murder, sexual assault, violence against children, and antisemitic persecution. Listener discretion is advised.
Host: Woody Overton
Podcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time
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09.11.2026 | 47 Min.Woody Overton returns with another episode of True Crime Time, covering international violence, disturbing allegations against trusted professionals, the murder of a young woman in Brooklyn, the death of a Colorado police officer, and a troubling investigation into deaths inside a Louisiana prison.
The episode begins with This Day in History, revisiting the unsolved 1954 murder of 14-year-old Carolyn Loretta Wasilewski, Jack the Ripper's final canonical victim, Mary Jane Kelly, the John List family murders, and the Nazi violence of Kristallnacht in 1938.
In Poland, a mass shooting in Krakow's historic market square leaves six people dead and numerous others injured. Authorities are investigating the attack as suspected far-right terrorism, and investigators report finding three members of the alleged gunman's family dead at his home.
In Brooklyn, police arrest Saeed Muhassib in connection with the fatal stabbing of 28-year-old Katie Suarez while she was jogging along the waterfront. Surveillance footage and other evidence lead investigators to the suspect, who previously had a brief employment history with the NYPD.
Woody then examines a disturbing lawsuit involving former pediatric urologist Brian Sack. Families allege that intimate photographs of young patients taken during medical procedures were stored in the same personal cloud account as child sexual abuse material. Woody questions how such allegations could arise within a profession entrusted with protecting children.
In Colorado, Lakewood police officer Nick Graham is killed and three fellow officers are wounded during a shootout involving a suspect aboard a bus. Woody reflects on the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers and the support provided by neighboring agencies.
The episode also includes the arrest of a South Carolina father accused of leaving his six-year-old daughter outside a Target store overnight to hold his place in line for Pokémon cards, along with criminal allegations involving a Kansas school principal and a Mississippi man.
Finally, Woody turns to Louisiana's Elayn Hunt Correctional Center, where 36 inmate deaths have been reported during 2026. He examines the crackdown on contraband, employee arrests, staffing changes, and new leadership credited with reducing suspicious deaths.
Drawing on his own experience in law enforcement and corrections, Woody discusses accountability, public safety, and the importance of protecting people who depend on institutions for their safety.
Show Notes
This Day in History — November 9
1954: Fourteen-year-old Carolyn Loretta Wasilewski is found murdered near railroad tracks in Baltimore. Her case remains unsolved.
1888: Mary Jane Kelly, widely considered Jack the Ripper's fifth and final canonical victim, is discovered murdered in London's Whitechapel district.
1971: John List murders his wife, mother, and three children in New Jersey before disappearing for nearly 18 years.
1938: Kristallnacht begins as Nazi-organized violence targets Jewish communities, synagogues, homes, and businesses across Germany and Austria.
Story 1 — Mass Shooting in Krakow, Poland
A gunman opens fire in Krakow's historic market square on November 7.
Six people are reported dead, with numerous others injured, including police officers.
Authorities identify the attack as suspected far-right terrorism.
Investigators discover the bodies of the suspect's parents and sister at the family home.
Poland begins a period of national mourning.
Woody discusses violent extremism, radicalization, and the devastating consequences of terrorism.
Story 2 — Brooklyn Jogger Katie Suarez Fatally Stabbed
Twenty-eight-year-old Katie Suarez is attacked while jogging along a Brooklyn waterfront path.
Suarez dies several days after suffering stab wounds to her neck.
Police arrest Saeed Muhassib, 27, and charge him with murder and related offenses.
Investigators reportedly use surveillance footage and evidence of discarded items to identify the suspect.
Woody discusses the apparent randomness of the attack and the devastating loss suffered by Suarez's family.
Story 3 — Former Pediatric Doctor Accused in Disturbing Lawsuit
Former pediatric urologist Brian Sack faces criminal charges involving child sexual abuse material.
Families of 13 former patients file a lawsuit concerning photographs allegedly taken during medical examinations and surgical procedures.
The complaint alleges intimate patient images were stored in a personal cloud account containing child sexual abuse material.
Woody discusses medical trust, professional accountability, and the allegations raised by the families.
The civil allegations and pending criminal charges have not been established as findings of guilt.
Story 4 — Lakewood Police Officer Killed in Colorado Bus Shooting
Lakewood officers approach a suspect aboard a bus on November 5.
Gunfire erupts, killing Officer Nick Graham and wounding three other officers.
The suspect is also killed, and a bystander is injured.
Graham is remembered for his investigative work and dedication to public service.
Neighboring law enforcement agencies assist with patrol duties while the department grieves.
Family Matters — Father Accused of Leaving Child Outside Target
John Michael Dooley is arrested in Charleston, South Carolina.
Police allege he left his six-year-old daughter outside a Target store overnight to hold his place in line for Pokémon trading cards.
Concerned customers contact authorities.
The child is found unharmed and placed in protective custody.
Dooley faces a charge of unlawful conduct toward a child.
F'd-Up Professionals — Criminal Allegations Against Individuals in Positions of Trust
A Topeka, Kansas, middle school principal, Todd Hag, is arrested on allegations involving child sex crimes.
The school district places him on administrative leave while cooperating with investigators.
In Mississippi, Edward Waltman II faces a sexual battery charge involving allegations dating to the 1980s.
Woody discusses professional responsibility and the importance of investigating allegations of abuse.
Final Story — Deaths and Reforms at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
WBRZ reports 36 inmate deaths at the Louisiana correctional facility during 2026.
Four deaths are identified as drug overdoses, while 11 are reported as unexplained.
Officials describe a decline in suspicious deaths following new procedures and increased enforcement.
Investigators report charges against 20 current or former employees during 2026.
New leadership, staffing improvements, and contraband investigations are credited with changing conditions at the prison.
Woody draws on his corrections experience to discuss institutional accountability and the challenges of prison management.
Content Warning: This episode discusses mass shootings, murder, antisemitic violence, child sexual abuse allegations, and deaths in correctional facilities. Listener discretion is advised.
Host: Woody Overton
Podcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time
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07.11.2026 | 49 Min.Woody Overton returns with an episode of True Crime Time examining one of Illinois' most controversial unsolved family murders, several Louisiana homicide cases, and renewed investigative efforts in the decades-old Jeff Davis 8 case.
The episode begins with the 1983 murders of Susan Hendricks and her three children in Bloomington, Illinois. Susan's husband, David Hendricks, was convicted of the killings, but his conviction was overturned, and he was acquitted at a retrial in 1991. Woody examines the circumstantial evidence, disputed forensic conclusions, and questions that continue to surround the unsolved murders.
Woody then turns to Louisiana, revisiting the murders of Jonathan Pizzotto and William Mitchell in Jefferson Parish, a brutal Baton Rouge homicide, a deadly home invasion in Norco, and developments in a St. Martin Parish murder investigation.
The episode's central discussion focuses on the Jeff Davis 8, also known as the Jennings 8—eight women whose deaths have remained the subject of investigations and public scrutiny for nearly two decades.
After sharing a news interview about the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office's renewed investigative efforts, Woody examines the importance of evidence preservation, reviewing cold cases with fresh eyes, and investigating each victim's case individually before determining whether the murders are connected.
Drawing on his experience as a homicide detective, Woody offers his perspective on the investigation, discusses possible explanations for why the killings stopped, and emphasizes the importance of continuing to pursue leads.
He also addresses the challenges facing investigators and the families who have waited years for answers.
Show Notes
This Day in History — The Hendricks Family Murders
In November 1983, Susan Hendricks and her three children, Rebecca, Grace, and Benjamin, were found murdered in Bloomington, Illinois.
David Hendricks was convicted in 1984 and sentenced to four consecutive life terms.
The original prosecution relied heavily on circumstantial evidence, including estimates of the victims' time of death based on stomach contents.
The Illinois Supreme Court overturned his conviction in 1990.
Hendricks was acquitted at his 1991 retrial.
Woody examines the disputed evidence, the possibility of alternative suspects, and why the murders remain unsolved.
Louisiana Crime Cases Revisited
Jefferson Parish: Cody LaBranche's conviction for the murders of Jonathan Pizzotto and William Mitchell in Metairie.
Baton Rouge: A brutal 2016 homicide involving Oscar Perez and the killing and dismemberment of his former partner.
Norco: The 2013 murder of Mary Arico during a home invasion involving teenage suspects.
St. Martin Parish: A 2022 murder investigation involving victim Monkey Jones and an arrest warrant for Troy Borda.
Featured Discussion — The Jeff Davis 8 / Jennings 8 Investigation
The Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office provides an update on its renewed investigation into the deaths of eight women.
Investigators describe thousands of hours spent reviewing case files and evidence.
A detailed inventory identifies evidence stored in unexpected locations.
Investigators work to preserve and digitize older recordings and other materials.
The Louisiana Attorney General's Office and additional investigative resources assist with the review.
Each woman's case is being examined individually, with potential connections evaluated through the evidence.
The sheriff discusses his commitment to the victims' families and the difficulty of investigating cases nearly two decades old.
Woody's Analysis — Cold Cases, Evidence and Investigative Bias
Why reviewing original evidence with fresh eyes can reveal overlooked information.
The importance of evidence organization, preservation, and chain of custody.
The dangers of tunnel vision and confirmation bias in homicide investigations.
Why investigators should not assume all eight murders were committed by the same person without supporting evidence.
Woody shares his personal theory that the killings may have stopped because a possible perpetrator was incarcerated or died. This is his interpretation, not an established investigative finding.
The challenges of pursuing a prosecution when witnesses, evidence, and memories have been affected by the passage of time.
Why new tips and continued public attention remain important.
A Message About Unsolved Cases
Woody encourages listeners to continue sharing information about unsolved murders and emphasizes that even a seemingly minor detail may help investigators develop a lead.
Content Warning: This episode discusses the murders of children, domestic violence, sexual violence, dismemberment, and unsolved homicides. Listener discretion is advised.
Host: Woody Overton
Podcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time
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06.11.2026 | 43 Min.Woody Overton returns to True Crime Time following election week with a powerful episode covering the dangers faced by law enforcement, the rescue of a missing teenager, a heartbreaking murder conviction, and the violent realities of life inside Louisiana's Angola prison.
The episode opens with This Day in History, revisiting the Chris Watts family murders, the Amanda Knox case, serial killer Hadden Clark, and the 1992 Tulsa Lee's Chicken murders.
In Washington State, a domestic violence call turns deadly when a gunman opens fire on responding Spokane County sheriff's deputies. One deputy has died, and another remains on life support as the law enforcement community and their families face an unimaginable tragedy.
Next, a teenager missing for more than 520 days is rescued in Oregon after investigators receive information about her captivity through an online gaming connection. A 39-year-old suspect faces federal charges, raising serious questions about online exploitation and the dangers of predatory behavior.
In New York, a jury convicts Raymond Wright Jr. of murdering his 14-year-old girlfriend, Samantha Humphrey, after she told him she might be pregnant. Woody discusses the digital evidence that helped secure the conviction and the devastating impact on Samantha's family.
Finally, Woody draws on his decades of law enforcement experience to examine violence inside Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola. Following the reported stabbing death of inmate and rapper Brandon Guidry, known as Lil Real, Woody discusses prison culture, inmate conflicts, security procedures, and the consequences of violence behind bars.
Throughout the episode, Woody shares personal experiences from his detective career and reflects on justice, accountability, and the people whose lives are forever changed by violent crime.
Show Notes
This Day in History — November 6
2018: Chris Watts pleads guilty to murdering his pregnant wife, Shanann Watts, and their daughters, Bella and Celeste.
2007: Amanda Knox signs a controversial police statement during the investigation into Meredith Kercher's murder in Italy.
1992: Serial killer Hadden Clark is arrested in Maryland in connection with the murder of Laura Houghteling.
1992: A confession from getaway driver Tyrone Johnson helps investigators solve the Tulsa Lee's Chicken murders.
Story 1 — Deadly Shooting of Spokane County Sheriff's Deputies
Deputies respond to a domestic violence incident near Spangle, Washington, on November 3.
A gunman opens fire, critically wounding two responding deputies.
One deputy dies, while the second remains on life support at the time of the reporting featured in the episode.
Woody discusses the dangers of domestic violence calls, the sacrifices of law enforcement families, and organ donation.
An independent investigative team examines the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Story 2 — Missing Teen Rescued After More Than 520 Days
A teenage girl who disappeared in May 2025 is recovered in Oregon.
Federal investigators allege Adam Harmel, 39, transported the girl across state lines and held her against her will.
Information shared through the online game Among Us helps investigators locate and rescue her.
Court documents describe disturbing allegations of confinement, threats, and efforts to prevent identification.
Harmel faces a federal charge involving transportation with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity.
Woody discusses online predators and extremist communities associated with violent content.
Story 3 — Raymond Wright Jr. Convicted in Samantha Humphrey Murder
Fourteen-year-old Samantha Humphrey disappeared in Schenectady, New York, in November 2022.
Her body was recovered from the Mohawk River months later.
Raymond Wright Jr., also 14 at the time of the killing, is convicted of second-degree murder.
Prosecutors presented cellphone records, location information, surveillance footage, and digital searches.
Samantha had told Wright she believed she might be pregnant, although a pregnancy was not confirmed.
Wright faces 15 years to life in prison, with sentencing scheduled for January 2027.
Woody discusses juvenile offenders, sentencing, and the suffering endured by Samantha's family.
Story 4 — Violence Inside Louisiana's Angola Prison
Woody examines the reported October 2026 stabbing death of Brandon Guidry, a New Orleans rapper known as Lil Real.
Guidry's family alleges he was handcuffed and shackled when another inmate attacked him.
Authorities describe an inmate altercation, and the circumstances remain disputed.
Woody explains restricted housing, inmate restraints, prison routines, and the informal rules governing interactions between inmates.
Additional reporting discusses the fatal stabbing of inmate Jonathan Robertson and the murder charge against fellow inmate Melvin Lopez.
Woody shares experiences from his detective career involving violent offenders and the consequences of long prison sentences.
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of child murder, domestic violence, shootings, sexual exploitation allegations involving a minor, strangulation, and prison violence. Listener discretion is advised.
Host: Woody Overton
Podcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time
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05.11.2026 | 51 Min.Cyndi Overton returns with a packed episode of True Crime Time, covering a multistate manhunt, disturbing home invasions, a major sentencing development in Australia's infamous mushroom murder case, controversial U.S. military strikes, and a long-awaited arrest in a Florida disappearance.
The episode opens with the 1871 Wickenburg Massacre in Arizona, a deadly stagecoach attack whose perpetrators remain disputed more than 150 years later.
In Tennessee, convicted murderer Jacob Allen Morley is back in custody after escaping from a maximum-security prison and evading authorities for nine days. His flight across multiple states ended in Missouri when his vehicle became stuck in mud.
In South Carolina, investigators have arrested Terran Lamon Banks in connection with a series of nighttime burglaries targeting women. Authorities are also investigating additional incidents involving allegations of sexual assault.
Cyndi then revisits Australia's notorious mushroom poisoning case, where convicted murderer Erin Patterson has received a more severe sentence following an appeals court ruling.
The episode also examines the growing controversy surrounding U.S. military strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, including questions about international law and the use of lethal force.
Finally, nearly 15 years after Florida mother Michelle Parker vanished on the same day her appearance on The People's Court aired, prosecutors have formally charged her former fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., with second-degree murder. Parker's remains have never been recovered.
Throughout the episode, Cyndi shares personal reflections on the emotional burden carried by homicide detectives, her family's experiences with narcotics investigations, and why sharing information and reporting tips can make a difference.
Show Notes
This Day in History — The 1871 Wickenburg Massacre
A deadly stagecoach attack near Wickenburg, Arizona, on November 5, 1871.
Conflicting historical accounts identifying Native American attackers or Mexican bandits.
Violence and retaliation that followed the massacre.
Why the identity of the attackers remains disputed more than 150 years later.
Story 1 — Tennessee Prison Escapee Captured After Nine-Day Manhunt
Jacob Allen Morley, convicted of murdering coworker Cody Birchfield, escapes from the Northwest Correctional Complex.
Authorities investigate stolen vehicles, firearms, and Morley's movements across state lines.
Law enforcement uses license plate readers, aircraft, and coordinated surveillance.
Morley is arrested in Missouri on November 3 after his vehicle becomes stuck in mud.
Cyndi reflects on Woody Overton's homicide investigations and the lasting emotional impact of violent crimes on detectives.
Story 2 — South Carolina Nighttime Burglaries Targeting Women
Terran Lamon Banks is arrested following an investigation into four alleged burglaries in Greenville County.
Investigators describe incidents involving women alone in their homes.
One victim allegedly had photographs transferred from her phone while she slept.
Authorities investigate five additional incidents, including allegations of criminal sexual conduct.
Banks faces burglary, grand larceny, and voyeurism charges; the additional allegations remain under investigation.
Anyone with relevant information can contact the Greenville County Sheriff's Office at 864-467-5300.
Story 3 — Erin Patterson's Mushroom Murder Sentence
Revisiting the July 2023 Beef Wellington lunch in Victoria, Australia.
Three family members died after consuming a meal containing poisonous death cap mushrooms; a fourth survived.
Patterson was convicted of three murders and one attempted murder.
Cyndi discusses the October 30, 2026, appeals court ruling rejecting Patterson's conviction appeal and removing her opportunity for parole under the current sentence.
Story 4 — U.S. Military Strikes on Suspected Drug-Trafficking Vessels
Military operations targeting vessels suspected of transporting illegal narcotics.
Reported fatalities and concerns raised by international human rights experts.
The legal debate surrounding the use of lethal force against suspected traffickers.
Cyndi shares childhood memories of observing narcotics investigations with her father in Laredo, Texas, and reflects on the devastating effects of drug addiction.
Story 5 — Michelle Parker Disappearance: Murder Charge Filed Nearly 15 Years Later
Michelle Parker disappeared in Orlando on November 17, 2011, the day her appearance on The People's Court aired.
Investigators revisit digital evidence, communications, and photographs from the original investigation.
Her former fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested in October 2026.
Prosecutors formally filed a second-degree murder charge on November 3, 2026.
Smith has pleaded not guilty, and Parker's remains have never been recovered.
The central unanswered question remains: Where is Michelle Parker?
Content Warning: This episode discusses murder, home invasions, sexual assault allegations, drug addiction, and violence.
Host: Cyndi Overton
Podcast: Real Life Real Crime — True Crime Time
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Twisted, gruesome, sometimes funny, but always true: Real Life Real Crime is a multi-award-winning weekly true crime podcast hosted by Woody Overton. Known for his appearances on Dateline, Woody takes listeners on deep dives into cases he has personally worked, offering a unique and exclusive perspective that only he can share. His extensive knowledge from real cases, along with his captivating storytelling ability, has led to what the news media and loyal fans describe as a “cult following.”In addition to “Real Life Real Crime,” Woody is dedicated to solving cold cases and actively works with families seeking justice and closure. His commitment to these efforts is reflected in his development of new projects, including "#JusticeFor", highlighting the importance of advocacy in the true crime community, and dives into intense tales in “Scorched,” which examines cases of severe miscarriages of justice while offering insights into the complexities of the legal system. In addition Woody hosts “True Crime Time For,” which is co-hosted by his wife, Cyndi Overton. Together, they explore intriguing stories, bringing their unique dynamic to the table. Join Woody and Cyndi on this riveting journey as they uncover the truth behind real-life crime.
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