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True Crime Garage podcast

True Crime Garage

Hosts Nic and the Captain invite you to grab a chair, grab a beer and join them as they talk some true crime. This is no ordinary garage: it’s a rabbit hole of true crime, with a generous supply of alcohol and banter to lighten the load. From international atrocities to heinous stories on (US) home turf, dive head-first into a different case each week, and enjoy a cold one whilst your there.  If you consider yourself an armchair detective, you’re in the right place, and you’re amongst friends. For the mystery-seeker, True Crime Garage presents an archive of missing persons, unsolved and cold cases, plus accounts of infamous serial killers and chilling solved cases.  True Crime Garage has just one rule: don’t litter. Remember to not take yourself too seriously because if you do, nobody else will.  Missing persons (including): Maura Murray  Brandon Lawson  Asha Degree Wiliam Tyrell Emma Fillipoff Brian Shaffer Jaliek Rainwalker  Madeleine McCann Jennifer Kesse Unsolved cases (including): Mitrice Richardson  Kendrick Johnson JonBenet Ramsey The Delphi murders OJ Simpson The Tylenol Murders  Elisa Lam The Photo: Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon  The West Memphis 3  Amy Mihaljevic Serial killers (including): The Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) Zodiac  Ted Bundy The Backpacker: Ivan Milat  BTK: Dennis Rader John Wayne Gacy  Jeffrey Dahmer  Edmund Kemper Ed Gein Solved cases (including): Chris Watts The Unabomber  John Lennon  Scott Peterson Son of Sam Columbine Room 309: Sidney Teerhuis-Moar Kenneka Jenkins Rae Carruth

Hosts Nic and the Captain invite you to grab a chair, grab a beer and join them as they talk some true crime. This is no ordinary garage: it’s a rabbit hole of true crime, with a generous supply of alcohol and banter to lighten the load. From international atrocities to heinous stories on (US) home turf, dive head-first into a different case each week, and enjoy a cold one whilst your there.  If you consider yourself an armchair detective, you’re in the right place, and you’re amongst friends. For the mystery-seeker, True Crime Garage presents an archive of missing persons, unsolved and cold cases, plus accounts of infamous serial killers and chilling solved cases.  True Crime Garage has just one rule: don’t litter. Remember to not take yourself too seriously because if you do, nobody else will.  Missing persons (including): Maura Murray  Brandon Lawson  Asha Degree Wiliam Tyrell Emma Fillipoff Brian Shaffer Jaliek Rainwalker  Madeleine McCann Jennifer Kesse Unsolved cases (including): Mitrice Richardson  Kendrick Johnson JonBenet Ramsey The Delphi murders OJ Simpson The Tylenol Murders  Elisa Lam The Photo: Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon  The West Memphis 3  Amy Mihaljevic Serial killers (including): The Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) Zodiac  Ted Bundy The Backpacker: Ivan Milat  BTK: Dennis Rader John Wayne Gacy  Jeffrey Dahmer  Edmund Kemper Ed Gein Solved cases (including): Chris Watts The Unabomber  John Lennon  Scott Peterson Son of Sam Columbine Room 309: Sidney Teerhuis-Moar Kenneka Jenkins Rae Carruth

 

#619

No One Heard a Thing ////// 657

No One Heard a Thing ////// 657 Part 1 of 1  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) In the middle of the night someone shot and killed Eli Washtock inside his third floor condominium.  Eli was spending a lot of time and money working on an investigation into the suspicious death of Michelle O’Connell.  Eli was living in St. Augustine, Florida and was working with O’Connell family and blood and crime scene experts.  Many have said that Eli’s murder had everything to do with the O’Connell case cover up.  This week we take a look at the still unsolved homicide case of Eli Washtock.  Beer of the Week - Horizon Lines by Foam Brewers  Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps ... Read more

21 Mar 2023

1 HR 09 MINS

1:09:53

21 Mar 2023


#618

Screams for Help /// Part 2 /// 656

Screams for Help /// Part 2 /// 656 Part 2 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) September 2, 2010 - a 911 call comes in requesting help.  When deputies arrive at the scene they find a woman that is unresponsive.  The 911 caller is the homeowner, boyfriend of the woman and a deputy as well.  He tells his fellow officers that he was outside in the garage when he heard a shot.  He says he ran inside and heard a second shot.  He tells emergency services and the responding officers that his girlfriend shot herself after the two broke up that night.  It was immediately apparent that it was his service gun that was used in the shooting.  What is unclear is whose finger pulled the trigger.  This began one incredibly questionable investigation.  Was the Sheriff’s office covering for one of their own?  Join us in the Garage as we review the suspicious death of Michelle O’Connell.  Beer of the Week - Order and Chaos from Tactical Brewing Company in Orlando, Florida Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5  ... Read more

15 Mar 2023

56 MINS

56:24

15 Mar 2023


#617

Screams for Help /// Part 1 /// 655

Screams for Help /// Part 1 /// 655 Part 1 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) September 2, 2010 - a 911 call comes in requesting help.  When deputies arrive at the scene they find a woman that is unresponsive.  The 911 caller is the homeowner, boyfriend of the woman and a deputy as well.  He tells his fellow officers that he was outside in the garage when he heard a shot.  He says he ran inside and heard a second shot.  He tells emergency services and the responding officers that his girlfriend shot herself after the two broke up that night.  It was immediately apparent that it was his service gun that was used in the shooting.  What is unclear is whose finger pulled the trigger.  This began one incredibly questionable investigation.  Was the Sheriff’s office covering for one of their own?  Join us in the Garage as we review the suspicious death of Michelle O’Connell.  Beer of the Week - Order and Chaos from Tactical Brewing Company in Orlando, Florida Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5  ... Read more

14 Mar 2023

55 MINS

55:39

14 Mar 2023


#616

The Barbie Doll Killer /// Part 2 /// 654

The Barbie Doll Killer /// Part 2  /// 654 Part 2 of 2 [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) In the middle of the night someone took little Rosie Tapia from her bedroom.  Hours later her body was found nearby.  Days after the funeral services someone left a Barbie Doll on the girl’s grave.  Could this doll hold clues to finding her killer?  Rosie’s case is still open and unsolved.  The person(s) responsible needs to be held accountable so that this will not happen to another family.  There is a substantial reward offered in this case.  If you have any information please call 1-385-258-3313 or email whokilledrosie@gmail.com - This phone line and email address are answered and monitored by representatives of Rosie’s family, and not law enforcement.  No detail is too small.  No fact is insignificant.  Someone, somewhere has information that can help solve this crime.  Beer of the Week - Pavement Double India Pale Ale from Foam Brewers  Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Lou and Jonbenet; a legendary lawman’s quest to solve a child beauty queen’s murder by John Wesley Anderson  Join us @ BrewDog DogTap Columbus located in Canal Winchester, Ohio - Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Ticket information and sales available on our website  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) ... Read more

08 Mar 2023

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:28

08 Mar 2023


#615

The Barbie Doll Killer /// Part 1 /// 653

The Barbie Doll Killer /// Part 1 /// 653 Part 1 of 2 [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) In the middle of the night someone took little Rosie Tapia from her bedroom.  Hours later her body was found nearby.  Days after the funeral services someone left a Barbie Doll on the girl’s grave.  Could this doll hold clues to finding her killer?  Rosie’s case is still open and unsolved.  The person(s) responsible needs to be held accountable so that this will not happen to another family.  There is a substantial reward offered in this case.  If you have any information please call 1-385-258-3313 or email whokilledrosie@gmail.com - This phone line and email address are answered and monitored by representatives of Rosie’s family, and not law enforcement.  No detail is too small.  No fact is insignificant.  Someone, somewhere has information that can help solve this crime.  Beer of the Week - Pavement Double India Pale Ale from Foam Brewers  Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Lou and Jonbenet; a legendary lawman’s quest to solve a child beauty queen’s murder by John Wesley Anderson  Join us @ BrewDog DogTap Columbus located in Canal Winchester, Ohio - Saturday, April 29th, 2023.  Ticket information and sales available on our website [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) ... Read more

08 Mar 2023

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:04

08 Mar 2023


#614

Denise Pflum /// Part 2 /// 652

Denise Pflum /// Part 2 /// 652 Part 2 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) The disappearance of 18 year old Denise Pflum has got to be one of the biggest mysteries of Southeast Indiana.  Denise Pflum went missing back in March of 1986 from the town of Connersville.  It was her senior year of high school.  After attending a party the night before Denise went back to the party location to look for her purse.  Denise’s car was found abandoned the next day.  Denise never came home.  Join us in the Garage as we crack a couple of cold ones and discuss this cold case.  Denise’s case is riddled with questions.  There are several publicly known suspects in Denise’s case.  One is a man locked up for a life term in North Carolina, he’s also a suspected serial killer.  Fans of the Apple TV+ series Black Bird will want to tune in.  This just might be one of the many victims of serial stalker and kidnapper Larry DeWayne Hall.  Beer of the Week - Hunter’s Harvest by Second Crossing Brew Company Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5  ... Read more

01 Mar 2023

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:44

01 Mar 2023


#613

Denise Pflum /// Part 1 /// 651

Denise Pflum /// Part 1 /// 651 Part 1 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) The disappearance of 18 year old Denise Pflum has got to be one of the biggest mysteries of Southeast Indiana.  Denise Pflum went missing back in March of 1986 from the town of Connersville.  It was her senior year of high school.  After attending a party the night before Denise went back to the party location to look for her purse.  Denise’s car was found abandoned the next day.  Denise never came home.  Join us in the Garage as we crack a couple of cold ones and discuss this cold case.  Denise’s case is riddled with questions.  There are several publicly known suspects in Denise’s case.  One is a man locked up for a life term in North Carolina, he’s also a suspected serial killer.  Fans of the Apple TV+ series Black Bird will want to tune in.  This just might be one of the many victims of serial stalker and kidnapper Larry DeWayne Hall.  Beer of the Week - Hunter’s Harvest by Second Crossing Brew Company Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5  ... Read more

01 Mar 2023

59 MINS

59:33

01 Mar 2023


#612

Beau Mann ////// 650

Beau Mann ////// 650  Part 1 of 1  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) Beau Michael Mann has been missing since November 30th, 2021.  Since his disappearance, there has been no activity on his cell phone. His family believes that he met with foul play.  Whatever has happened to Beau Mann, his family wants answers. A $5,000 reward is being offered by his family for information leading to the recovery of Beau Mann.  Anyone with information please call the Los Angeles Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Beer of the Week - Mr. Canoehead by Sleeping Giant Brewing Company Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps ... Read more

22 Feb 2023

59 MINS

59:30

22 Feb 2023


#611

The Tell- Tale Heart /// The Crimes of Charlie Brandt /// 649

The Tell- Tale Heart /// The Crimes of Charlie Brandt /// 649  Part 2 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) In the late 1980s there were some strange and horrific murders that went unsolved in the Florida Keys. Police were looking for a connection between the homicides of three female victims. The murders all took place inside of a 10 mile radius and all within just 13 months. The residents of Big Pine Key, Little Torch Key, and No Name Key were frightened and rightfully so. It was believed that someone was killing females and removing their hearts. In 2004, police on Big Pine Key responded to a gruesome scene. Inside the murder house they found a double murder and a suicide. Charlie Brandt was responsible for the double murder of his wife and niece. This sent police on a search, one that may never end. Just how many murders is Charlie responsible for?  Beer of the Week - Heart of Darkness from Magic Hat Brewing Company  Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Invisible Killer; The Monster Behind the Mask by Diana Montane & Sean Robbins  Also read “The Tell Tale Heart” by legendary writer and poet Edgar Allen Poe Happy Valentine’s Day from Nic & The Captain. Cheers! ... Read more

15 Feb 2023

48 MINS

48:58

15 Feb 2023


#610

The Tell-Tale Heart /// The Crimes of Charlie Brandt /// 648

The Tell-Tale Heart /// The Crimes of Charlie Brandt /// 648  Part 1 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) In the late 1980s there were some strange and horrific murders that went unsolved in the Florida Keys. Police were looking for a connection between the homicides of three female victims. The murders all took place inside of a 10 mile radius and all within just 13 months. The residents of Big Pine Key, Little Torch Key, and No Name Key were frightened and rightfully so. It was believed that someone was killing females and removing their hearts. In 2004, police on Big Pine Key responded to a gruesome scene. Inside the murder house they found a double murder and a suicide. Charlie Brandt was responsible for the double murder of his wife and niece. This sent police on a search, one that may never end. Just how many murders is Charlie responsible for?  Beer of the Week - Heart of Darkness from Magic Hat Brewing Company  Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Invisible Killer; The Monster Behind the Mask by Diana Montane & Sean Robbins  Also read “The Tell Tale Heart” by legendary writer and poet Edgar Allen Poe Happy Valentine’s Day from Nic & The Captain. Cheers! ... Read more

15 Feb 2023

49 MINS

49:08

15 Feb 2023


#609

Gatha Bowman /// Part 2 /// 647

Gatha Bowman /// Part 2 /// 647 Part 2 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) On Monday, February 15th, 1993 - 37 year old wife and mother, Gatha Bowman was last seen at the healthcare business that she owned and operated in Richland County, Ohio. Much mystery surrounds the events that took place in the hours following the time that she left work that day. Next week will mark 30 years since she was seen leaving work that day and her case is still being investigated to this day. Join us in the Garage for the details of this now 30 year old mystery. If you or someone you know have any information about Gatha Bowman’s case please contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 740-833-2892 or go to  [www.delawarecountysheriff.com] (http://www.delawarecountysheriff.com/) Beer of the Week - Green City by Other Half Brewing Company  Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps ... Read more

08 Feb 2023

50 MINS

50:47

08 Feb 2023


#608

Gatha Bowman /// Part 1 /// 646

Gatha Bowman /// Part 1 /// 646 Part 1 of 2  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) On Monday, February 15th, 1993 - 37 year old wife and mother, Gatha Bowman was last seen at the healthcare business that she owned and operated in Richland County, Ohio. Much mystery surrounds the events that took place in the hours following the time that she left work that day. Next week will mark 30 years since she was seen leaving work that day and her case is still being investigated to this day. Join us in the Garage for the details of this now 30 year old mystery. If you or someone you know have any information about Gatha Bowman’s case please contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 740-833-2892 or go to [www.delawarecountysheriff.com] (http://www.delawarecountysheriff.com/) Beer of the Week - Green City by Other Half Brewing Company  Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps ... Read more

07 Feb 2023

49 MINS

49:52

07 Feb 2023


#607

Missing: Marvin Clark ////// 645

Missing: Marvin Clark ////// 645 Part 1 of 1  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) Husband and father Marvin Alvin Clark disappeared a long time ago. There are unconfirmed sightings of Marvin however it’s generally believed that his last known whereabouts were leaving his home in Tigard, Oregon on October 30th, 1926. This is one of America’s oldest active missing person cases. There is much question and speculation that surrounds this still missing person true crime case.  February 3rd, 2023 is National Missing Persons Day. This day is recognized annually and was created to raise awareness each for the the missing. The day was inspired by the still active missing person case of Alexandria (Ali) Lowitzer. Ali was sixteen when she went missing in 2010 from her hometown of Spring, Texas. Ali was described as five foot two inches tall,  caucasian female with brown or dyed black hair and blue eyes. To provide or request additional information please contact:  The Harris County Sheriff’s Office @ 713-274-9247 -  FBI ViCAP,  800-634-4097,  email - VICAP@FBI.GOV Beer of the Week - Cali Gold by Seventh Son Brewing Company  Garage Grade - 4 and a half bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Hope; A Memoir of Survival in Cleveland by Amanda Berry & Gina DeJesus  ... Read more

01 Feb 2023

58 MINS

58:56

01 Feb 2023


#606

Natalie Bollinger /// Part 2 /// 644

Natalie Bollinger /// Part 2 /// 644 Part 2 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com  December 28th, 2017 - Broomfield, Colorado. At 3:30 p.m., a 911 call comes into Broomfield police.  It is a male caller. He’s calling emergency services to report that his girlfriend, 19 year old Natalie Bollinger is missing.  He believes Natalie left their home around noon. Then he tells the dispatcher that Natalie’s phone was left behind, so he has no way to contact her. He has no idea where she could be and he’s very concerned. Join us in the Garage as we discuss the mysterious case of Natalie Bollinger.  Beer of the week - 4n Raspberry Blonde by Odd13 Brewing  Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Hope; a memoir of survival in Cleveland by Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus  ... Read more

25 Jan 2023

43 MINS

43:27

25 Jan 2023


#605

Natalie Bollinger /// Part 1 /// 643

Natalie Bollinger /// Part 1 /// 643 Part 1 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com  December 28th, 2017 - Broomfield, Colorado. At 3:30 p.m., a 911 call comes into Broomfield police.  It is a male caller. He’s calling emergency services to report that his girlfriend, 19 year old Natalie Bollinger is missing.  He believes Natalie left their home around noon. Then he tells the dispatcher that Natalie’s phone was left behind, so he has no way to contact her. He has no idea where she could be and he’s very concerned. Join us in the Garage as we discuss the mysterious case of Natalie Bollinger.  Beer of the week - 4n Raspberry Blonde by Odd13 Brewing  Garage Grade - 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  Recommended Reading - Hope; a memoir of survival in Cleveland by Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus  ... Read more

25 Jan 2023

42 MINS

42:39

25 Jan 2023


#604

Stephen Spina ////// 642

Stephen Spina ////// 642 Part 1 of 1 [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) On a Monday morning in January of 2007 a beloved postman was killed in his 3rd floor apartment. Stephen Spina was found in his apartment midday by his girlfriend and the building superintendent. There is a reward in this case for information that directly leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible. If you have any information regarding the murder of Stephen Spina in Mamaroneck, New York please contact the VOMPD’s Detective bureau at 914-825-8541 or New York state crime stoppers at 866-313-TIPS.  Beer of the Week - Juicy Asap from Saucy Brew Works  Garage Grade 4 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5 ... Read more

18 Jan 2023

51 MINS

51:31

18 Jan 2023


#603

Brown’s Chicken Massacre /// Part 2 /// 641

Brown’s Chicken Massacre /// Part 2 /// 641 Part 2 of 2 [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) This week in the Garage we discuss a very complicated case from Palatine, Illinois. Back in January of 1993 someone murdered the workers and robbed the Brown’s Chicken & Pasta restaurant on the corner of the Northwest Highway and North Smith street.  The bodies were later located in the back kitchen area by police more than five hours after the restaurant closed that Friday night. Sadly seven people lost their lives that night. The greater Chicago area  just experienced yet another massacre. Join us in the Garage as we dive into the investigation that ensued as detectives went on the hunt for a cold blooded killer. Beer of the Week - Bob’s Yer Uncle by Lo Rez Brewing Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps For all things True Crime and to visit our store page go to  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend, cheers!  ... Read more

11 Jan 2023

51 MINS

51:55

11 Jan 2023


#602

Brown’s Chicken Massacre /// Part 1 /// 640

Brown’s Chicken Massacre /// Part 1 /// 640 Part 1 of 2 [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) This week in the Garage we discuss a very complicated case from Palatine, Illinois. Back in January of 1993 someone murdered the workers and robbed the Brown’s Chicken & Pasta restaurant on the corner of the Northwest Highway and North Smith street.  The bodies were later located in the back kitchen area by police more than five hours after the restaurant closed that Friday night. Sadly seven people lost their lives that night. The greater Chicago area  just experienced yet another massacre. Join us in the Garage as we dive into the investigation that ensued as detectives went on the hunt for a cold blooded killer. Beer of the Week - Bob’s Yer Uncle by Lo Rez Brewing Garage Grade - 4 out of 5 bottle caps For all things True Crime and to visit our store page go to [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend, cheers!  ... Read more

11 Jan 2023

48 MINS

48:23

11 Jan 2023


#601

Amy Blumberg ////// 639

Amy Blumberg ////// 639 Part 1 of 1  [www.TrueCrimeGarage.com] (http://www.truecrimegarage.com/) New Year’s Eve 1999, O’Fallon, Illinois - Police respond to a call of an unresponsive store clerk at the On Stage Dance Apparel store. They find blood all over the back hallway of the store. The female clerk was working the day shift alone. Unfortunately there was nothing that medical technicians could do to save her life, she was dead when they arrived. Police quickly secured the scene and the hunt for her killer began. This week we explore a case out of Illinois that had locals and Law Enforcement personal examining possible links with that of the I-70 Killer.  Beer of the Week - Cold Mountain from Highland Brewing  Garage Grade - 4 and half bottle caps out of 5  Our other show True Crime Garage “Off the Record” (OTR if you’re nasty) is available exclusively on Stitcher Premium. For a FREE month of listening go to [http://stitcherpremium.com/truecrimegarage] (http://stitcherpremium.com/truecrimegarage) and use promo code GARAGE ... Read more

04 Jan 2023

1 HR 13 MINS

1:13:49

04 Jan 2023