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When John Hayes called 911 on August 30, 2026, he told the dispatcher, "I don't see her anywhere. She must have just escaped." He says it happened in a split second; the girl couldn't speak, so she couldn't call out, ask for help, or identify herself. For the next 22 hours, hundreds of searchers combed the South Carolina coastline for 5-year-old Saylor Hayes. Once she was found, investigators say everything they thought they knew about her disappearance began to fall apart. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On August 6, 2026, Cincinnati police found 7-year-old William Evans‑Ellis bound with duct tape inside a closet. For the nine months prior, three adults who called themselves his co-parents isolated him and exchanged texts about plans to harm him. His grandparents noticed concerning behavior, were denied access, consulted an attorney, and hired a private investigator—arriving one day too late. This video examines the case of William Evans‑Ellis. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura Caron was a fifth-grade teacher and her 11-year-old student was the father of her child. She was deeply embedded in the student's life, and the relationship and paternity were exposed after a Facebook post — for years, nobody knew the child's father was a boy. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In December of 2012, 13 month old Poppi Worthington died after being taken into her father's bed in Barrow-in-Furness, England. Within hours, a consultant pediatrician had flagged her injuries as suspicious and contacted children's services. Within days, a senior pathologist told police she believed Poppi had been horrifically assaulted. But then, for almost a year, nothing happened. Evidence was lost, thrown away, or sold. Investigators ignored evidence. Hearing after hearing was held, yet to this day, the man thought to be responsible for Poppi's disturbing death, walks free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode examines the case of six-week-old Grayson Luncsford. State officials, family, and friends were reportedly concerned about the mother’s behavior; grandparents searched for her and tried to locate her in person. Neighbors noticed a U-Haul truck parked all day and felt something was off. Grayson’s grandfather sent a text hours before the incident that has been described as a haunting foreshadowing. Despite multiple warnings, the infant died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have any information regarding Irene Gakwa’s whereabouts, contact the Gillette Police Department: 307-682-5155. This episode examines the disappearance of Irene Gakwa, a Kenyan immigrant who moved to the United States and went missing in early 2021 after meeting a man online. It reviews the timeline, reporting, and available public information from local and national outlets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are your thoughts on Jesse's case? Let's discuss your thoughts and theories down below. Anyone with information regarding Jesse's whereabouts are asked to contact [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the evening of June 9, 2026, Sara Gilson received a call from the Owasso Police Department: a youth basketball coach had been caught with one of his students, another coach intervened, and the coach was on the run. That coach was Sara's husband. Sara publicly accused him of being a pedophile in a TikTok video that was viewed over 17 million times. Days later, Sara Gilson was found dead in her home; her son ran to a neighbor's house to call 911. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233 or text start to 88788. If you or someone you know is struggling, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the u.s. can be reached by calling or texting 988. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Human remains found in Hope were identified as missing Port Moody woman Trina Hunt. Her family has expressed anger and frustration as the murder remains unsolved. Investigators say they continue to explore every possible avenue three months after confirming the homicide. This video covers the identification, the family’s reaction, and the status of the ongoing investigation. UPDATE: Trina Hunt's murder remains unsolved — no one has been charged with killing her. Her husband faces only the lesser charge of indignity to human remains, with a trial not expected until late 2027. The national security angle has added a baffling new layer to an already deeply frustrating case for the nearly 10,000 members of the "Justice for Trina" Facebook group who continue demanding answers. #TrinaHunt #PortMoody #Hope #UnsolvedHomicide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Wanda Palmer was viciously attacked with an axe in her own home, investigators quickly hit a dead end. They suspected who was responsible but lacked the evidence to prove it, and the small community resigned itself to never seeing justice. Years later, one morning the truth that had been locked inside Wanda’s head suddenly wasn’t, setting off a roller-coaster investigation that those involved will never forget. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On August 31, 2022, 16-year-old Gabriel Davies disappeared after a weekend camping trip with a friend named Justin. Following a police investigation, Gabriel later reappeared but was in poor condition. Around the same time, a 51-year-old man was reported missing and was subsequently found dead in his home. This episode examines the timeline, available evidence, and whether the two cases may be connected, drawing on charging documents and multiple news reports. UPDATE: Both Davies and Yoon, now 17, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder as part of a plea agreement. Prosecutors dropped additional charges of first-degree burglary and unlawful gun possession. Both teenagers are serving 12.5 years in prison for the murder of Daniel McCaw. They will be in their late twenties when eligible for release. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode examines the case of Zohreh and Mohammed, compiling reporting and public records from Inside Edition, KOMO News, NBC News, the City of Redmond, BuzzFeed News, Fox26 Houston, The Independent, the Daily Mail, and the New York Post. The video presents the known facts and local reporting, outlines the investigative timeline and developments, and highlights key details reported by multiple outlets. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coverage of the indictment of a Knoxville woman accused of attempting to hire a hitman in a murder-for-hire plot. UPDATE: Sasser pleaded guilty to using interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder-for-hire. On September 18, 2024 U.S. District Judge Thomas A. Varlan sentenced her to 100 months (8 years, 4 months) in federal prison, plus 3 years of supervised release and $5,389.31 in restitution. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Saturday, August 28, 2016, Olga Tsyvk invited Viktoria Nasyrova to her home for a "lash emergency." Viktoria brought a slice of cheesecake; immediately after eating it, Olga lost consciousness and spent three days in the hospital. After her release she discovered she had been robbed, and a police investigation revealed that Viktoria led a secret life marked by lies, deception, and criminal activity. #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the night of April 21, 2017, a father took his 5-year-old son to Disneyland. Security cameras recorded them leaving hours later, but by the next morning the boy was missing. The ensuing search across Southern California lasted more than two months and was accompanied by public records revealing bitter disputes and disturbing allegations. As investigators uncovered more, the case grew darker and more sinister. This episode examines the true crime case of Aramazd Andressian Jr., known to family and friends as "Piqui." #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimesolved #solved #unsolved Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices