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On Christmas night, 1996, The Ramsey family returned to their home at 755 15th street in Boulder, Colorado.  By Sunrise, everything had changed. In the premiere episode of Charlie Investigates: The JonBenet Ramsey Case, we begin where every investigation should begin--not with theories, suspects, or decades of speculation, but with the timeline and the evidence.  We reconstruct the final known hours before six-year-old JonBenet Ramsey was reported missing and examine what we can establish about the Ramsey family's movements after returning home from Christmas dinner at the White's residence.  What happened inside the Ramsey home that night? Who was awake---and when?  What do the family members' accounts tell us?  What was happening in and around the house?  And...what can we actually verify more than three decades later?  We'll also examine important details concering the night after Christmas.  Then we move toward the most important moments in the entire case.: 5:52 a.m. on December 26, 1996, when Patsy Ramsey called 911 and reported her daughter had been kidnapped.  That telephone call would begin an investigation that remains one of America's most debated unsolved murder cases!  Throughout this series, Charlie Investigates will separate documented evidence from recollection, disputed claims, later interpretations, and speculation. We will examine orginal police reports, interviews, court records, investigative documents, and statements from the pople who were there whenever those sources are available. Our standard remains the same:  Follow the evidence-not the speculation.  In this Episode. Next time on Charlie Investigates  Episode 2: The House on 15th Street  Police arrive at the Ramsey residence.  We will go minute by minute through the initial response-from Officer Rick French walking through the door until John Ramsey opens a basement door approximately sever hours later. What did officer's see?  What did they do?  What did they miss?  And how did decisions made during those frist critical hours affect an investigation that continues to be debated today. Charlie Investigates Follow the Evidence--Not the speculation.  If you enjoy the investigation, please follow or subcribe to Charlie Investiages, share the program, and leave a rating or review. It helps other listeners discover the show.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com

Charlie Investigates Michelle Parker: The Missing 68 Minutes For nearly fifteen years, Central Florida mother Michelle Parker has been missing. No body. No confirmed crime scene. And for almost fifteen years—no arrest. Then, in October 2026, Orlando police arrested Michelle's former fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., and charged him with second-degree murder. So what changed? In this special episode of Charlie Investigates, we temporarily step away from our JonBenét Ramsey series and return to Orlando, Florida, to reconstruct Michelle Parker's disappearance and examine the evidence that has kept investigators working this case for nearly fifteen years. At the center of our investigation is a critical 68-minute window. At approximately 3:18 p.m. on November 17, 2011, Michelle's Hummer arrived at the condominium complex where Smith lived and where Michelle was dropping off their twins. At 4:26 p.m., Michelle's brother received a one-word response from her cellphone: "Waterford." But available cellphone information reportedly did not place the phone where that message suggested Michelle was. What happened during those 68 minutes? In This Episode We reconstruct Michelle Parker's final known movements and examine: The 3:18 p.m. arrival at Carter Glen. The mysterious 4:26 p.m. "Waterford" text. The defense timeline placing Dale Smith Jr. and the twins at his parents' residence around 4:30 p.m. Michelle's cellphone movements and its eventual recovery from water near the Belle Isle/Lake Conway area. The 8:55 p.m. surveillance footage showing Michelle's Hummer after its distinctive Glow advertising decals had apparently been removed. The discovery of the abandoned Hummer the following day. Why investigators went from publicly not identifying Smith as a suspect to naming him their primary suspect only days later. The searches that continued for years—including a 2023 search involving ground-penetrating radar. And perhaps most importantly: What changed between 2011 and 2026? Investigators say advances in digital forensics allowed them to reconsider evidence involving phones, computers, vehicles, location information and communications between electronic devices. Police also say additional evidence was developed. But the probable-cause affidavit supporting Smith's arrest remains sealed as this episode is recorded. That means there are questions we cannot yet answer. Who sent the "Waterford" message? Who was driving Michelle's Hummer at 8:55 p.m.? Who removed its identifying decals? Exactly when did Michelle leave Carter Glen? What does the new digital evidence reveal? And what evidence finally convinced investigators and prosecutors that they could pursue a murder charge without recovering Michelle's remains? We also look beyond Michelle's case for a brief reminder that other Central Florida families continue waiting for answers in missing-women cases, including Jennifer Kesse, Robertyne Sulfranc and Nicole Baldwin. We are not suggesting these cases are connected. They are separate investigations involving different circumstances. But behind every missing-person case is a family waiting for answers. Important Case Status Dale Smith Jr. has pleaded not guilty. An arrest is not a conviction, and Smith is presumed innocent unless and until the prosecution proves the charges against him beyond a reasonable doubt. Charlie Investigates will continue following developments in this case, including the eventual release of the probable-cause affidavit. Because after almost fifteen years, one question remains unanswered: Where is Michelle Parker? Charlie Investigates

This podcast first aired on January 14, 2023 In this episode we uncover how the Moscow Police Department was smarter than Bryan Kohberger who thought he was 'outsmarting'the Cops. Learn the unique things he did to elude police. Discover the MOTIVE that has not yet been revealed by police for these terrible murders. Find out how the police built their case for an arrest. This and more on this episode of Charlie Crimebuster.  Contact Me: [email protected] Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com Web site: https://charlecrimebuster.libsyn.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com

From this podcast, which first aired on March 23, 2020, came hope that the JonBenet Ramsey Murder would be solved. A fresh look at the case was through the eyes of Lou Smith's data base on suspects which offered new hope that the 30 year old murder might be solved. Learn how that might happen and more on this episode. NEW SERIES - COMING - OCTOBER 19 - CHARLIE INVESTIGATES THIS MURDER MYSTERY In the premiere episode of Charlie Investigates: The JonBenet Ramsey Case, we begin where every investigation should begin--not with theories, suspects, or decades of speculation, but with the timeline and the evidence.  We reconstruct the final known hours before six-year-old JonBenet Ramsey was reported missing and examine what we can establish about the Ramsey family's movements after returning home from Christmas dinner at the White's residence.  Charlie Investigates Follow the Evidence--Not the speculation.  If you enjoy the investigation, please follow or subcribe to Charlie Investiages, share the program, and leave a rating or review. It helps other listeners discover the show.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com

Scott Peterson has been convicted of murder.  We will discuss the real evidence that convicted him?  This episode brings all of the episode together. We take the important pieces and discuss them under the investigative microscope.  You can place yourself in the jury box with this episode.  You can decide for yourself based on the evidence.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster  Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Abuse Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

The one episode you do not want to miss.  Scott Peterson has been convicted of murder.  What was the real evidence that convicted him?  Was that evidence actually tested by pure investigation?  This episode brings it all full circle.  It takes the important pieces and puts them under the investigative microscope.  You can place yourself in the jury box with this episode.  You can decide for yourself based on the evidence.  One way or the other.  Was Scott Peterson guility?  YOU DECIDE.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster  Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Abuse Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

More often than not you have probably been hearing that Scott Peterson May Walk Free.  Will He?  On this Charlie Investigates you will hear the real truth about the path to freedom that Scott and his lawyers are traveling.  You will hear about possible jury misconduct.  You will hear about an appeal that Scott absolutely won.  You will hear about why the Los Angeles Innocence Project took his case.  You will hear about the new things that are happening in California about parole... and how that parole news impacts the Scott Peterson case.  Follow the Eveidence...  Along with Charlie Investigates as we see if Scott Peterson May Actually WAlK FREE.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Viloence Tip line: 1-800-799-7233

The LAIP for Scott Peterson claims they have scientific evidience that states that Scott Peterson could be innocent.  Is that true?  Has that evidence been ignored?  Was Laci Peterson killed by someone else?  Did the investigators get it wrong?  What does the scientific evidence say about when Conner was born and how does that impact the investigators time line?  What does the scientific evidence say about where Laci and Conner's bodies were dumped into the San Franciso Bay?  The answers to all of this and more in this explosive issue.  Charlie investigates and faces the scientific evidence head-on.  Learn things about this case you did and did not know before.  I'm Charlie and this is "Charlie Investigates"  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Contact Domestic Abuse Hotline : 1-800-799-7233

It is amazing what a phone call can do to an investigation. Two phone calls in this case, two different people, Amber Frey, Lt  Aponte, all impacted this case even more than 20 years later. How did they impact the trial? How will they impact the LAIP filings? Charlie Investigates gives you insight into these calls that you WILL NOT hear on the average true crime podcast about this case. Pile through the fluff, ignore the click baits and hear about the investigation through the voice of an investigator.  Learn things about the case, the Modesto Police Department, and Scott Peterson that you may not have known. Understand how these two calls pushed this case into two different directions and impact the case still today.  Laci Peterson is still in the news today and her story deserves a true look at the facts.  Find the facts. Follow the Evidence. Here.  On Charlie Investgates.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Hot Line:1-800-799-7233

On Charlie Investigates we will investigate the burglary across the street from the Peterrson residence. Much has been said recently about this is a reason that the Prosecution got it wrong and that Scott Peterson was innocent. Did they? Is he?  The house across the street from Scott Peterson in Modesto can definitely give us some of the answers in the investigation. Charlie will take you through this part of the investigation as an investigator. You will follow the evidence.  Laci Peterson disapeared. Was she walking her dog and then confronted the burglars?  Was she kidnapped and Scott framed?  Was there suspicious looking men in a white van?  Did the prosecutors ignore the burglary because it did not fit into their timeline?  This and more is covered in this episode.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetworker.com  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Abuse Hotline: Call 1800-799-SAFE (7233) Text START TO 88788 (THEHOTLINE.ORG)

Charlie's investigation is covering big evidence items at this point in the investigation. Scott Peterson has the LAIP fighting for a new trial. The Modesto's Police Investigation is in the spotlight. Did they follow investigative procedures correctly? Did they cover up important evidence? Did they ignore witnessess?  Charlie is investigating the investigation and is investigating both the LAIP claims and the investigators in his factual case. This is not speculation, sensationalism, and click baits that drive Charlie's investigation. It is a search for the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.  Laci Peterson and her family deserve the truth about this new eveidence that has been claimed by the LAIP.  Learn new things you may not have known about the witness statement that they saw someone they thought was Laci walking her dog.  Discover how effective the Los Angeles Innocent Project has been in seeking a new trial for Scott Peterson.  This and more on this episode.  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.Peacemakernetwork.com Youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster  Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Violence National hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text "START" TO 88788

The investigation is under attack. What if we got it wrong 20 years ago? At one time Scott Peterson was the most hated man in America for his conviction of murdering Laci Peterson and his unborn child. Today there is a new look at the critical timeline in the case. In Modesto on Christmas Eve, Laci Peterson went missing. What did the Witnesses say? There were witnesses vital to the case.  There was a burglary in the same area, what did that mean? Why is it that after 20 some years this case is more popular now? Was there discovery violations? Was evidence destroyed? These questions and a whole lot more will be covered in this series. Join us now as we follow the evidence, piece by piece and put together a proven timeline to the murder case perhaps of the new century.  Contact Charlie: [email protected] Support: https://peacemakernetwork.com youtube: www.Youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)

In Charlie Investigates this week, we begin the real investigation into the case of Scott Peterson and the murder of Laci Peterson. Because of Brand New Evidence introduced by the Innocent Project, we must take another closer look at what happened in Modesto that developed into the Scott Peterson case. In our investigation we will take a closer look at the Berkeley Marina and what happened on Christmas Eve, 2002. We will follow a carefully constructed timeline that is vital to a successful investigation. You will hear from Witnesses and follow the Modesto detectives as they work to find the answers that the whole country is asking regarding this case.  And...you will see it in the eyes of an Investigator who is simply looking for the truth. This is not simply telling of a crime story. This is an investigation that will not only investigate the case, but will eventually investigate the investigation. Did the investigators withhold valuable discovery from the defense? Did the investigators destroy evidence? Did they develop tunnel vision? Was there a Rush to Judgment?  All of these questions will be answered and more on Charlie Investigates. So buckle up and join us on an investigation into the most talked about investigation in history.... "The Disappearance and Murder of Laci Peterrson." What if after 20 years, we got the investigation and conviction wrong?  Contact Charlie: [email protected]  Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  Youtube: www.Youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster  Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com

For more than two decades, the Scott Peteson case has been presented as an open-and-shut murder conviction. But is every question really settled? In this first episode, we revisit one of America's most well-known criminal cases---not to retry Scott Peterrson and not to argue for his innocence or guilt - but to examine the investigation through the eyes of an investigator. In the series, we will together explore questions that continue to generate debate:       * Did investigators develop tunnel vision too early?        * Were alternative leads thoroughly pursued?        * What role did the Medina burglary play, and was it fully investigated?        * How reliable was the timeline presented at trial?        * Which pieces of evidence remain strong and which deserve closer scrutiny?        Our goal is simple: follow the evidence wherever it leads        Whether you ultimately believe the jury reached the correct verdict or not, this episode will challenge you to think critically about how investigations are conducted and how conclusions are reached, Sometimes the most important question isn't, "Did they convict the right person?" rather it's "Did they ask every question they should have asked?" I have a question for you as well: From your knowledge, what do you think the investigators got right - and what, if anything, do you believe deserved a closer look? Reach out with a shout-out: [email protected] Support: www.peacemakernetwork.com  Youtube: www.youtube.com/@charliecrimebuster Music and Sound Effects: www.pixabay.com Disclaimer:  This podcast discusses criminal investigations using publicly available records, court documents and media reports. The opinions expressed are intended for educational and discussion purposes. Unless otherwise stated, all individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law, and the discussions within should not be interpreted as legal conclusions.