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Jody Scharf

In Bergen County, high above the sky lies a romantic resting cliffside called Lover’s Chair. A hidden gem overlooking Rockefeller Lookout.  Couples come to Lover’s Chair to experience each other, reconnect, and fall in love all over again. On September 20th, 1992 Stephen brought his wife to enjoy an unforgettable evening together. After a few…

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The Firestarter

Throughout the ’80s and ’90s, California was ravaged by fires. Thousands of fires burned brush, buildings, homes, and sadly, innocent people. It seemed California’s environment was made to be burned. Until a clever fire investigator noticed a pattern. It wasn’t the climate… Oh no, much worse. A serial arsonist is torching the state. Photo Source:…

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Murder of Jacob Wetterling

Sunday night is typically a quiet night, but not on this night. On October 22nd, 1989 three young boys convince their parents to let them ride their bikes. The kids ride in the dark to rent a movie. They shine flashing lights, wear bright clothes, and stay together. Only four blocks to get home. Suddenly…

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Christopher Tapp

Subscribe to Forensic Tales so you don’t miss an episode! “I didn’t do it. It wasn’t me. You have the wrong guy.” Words used by killers, rapists, and the scum of the earth. Police got their man.  Another lying killer. But don’t take the killer’s word for it. Let’s let the forensics speak. Photo Source:…

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Murder of Sherri Rasmussen

Subscribe to Forensic Tales so you don’t miss an episode!  On Mondays, Sherri usually woke up excited to go to work. She was incredibly successful. A young Director of Nursing, a newlywed to the man of her dreams, living the perfect life. But this morning was different.  Sherri was scheduled to give a speech. She…

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The Amityville Horror

Subscribe to Forensic Tales podcast so you don’t miss an episode! Amityville, Long Island is a quaint little town. Not much happens. Everybody knows each other by name—the perfect place to raise a family. On November 13th, 1974, police sirens pierce the quietness. Startled neighbors scramble to the home of their friends. They watch in…

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Long Island Serial Killer

Subscribe to Forensic Tales podcast so you don’t miss an episode! An unidentified killer known as the Long Island Serial Killer is believed to be responsible for killing as many 16 victims. $25,000 reward for any information leading to an arrest. Reward offered by Suffolk County Crime Stoppers. Call in with your tip at 1-800-220-TIPS….

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Murder of Hae Min Lee

Hae Min Lee, 18-yars old, disappeared on January 13, 1999 in Baltimore County, Maryland. Her body was discovered one month later in Leakin Park. Hae’s ex-boyfriend Adnan Syed was convicted of her murder and sentenced to life in prison. Although Adnan was convicted of Hae’s murder, many speculate about his innocence. Who do you think…

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Whitehead Twins

On January 13, 2010, 34-year-old single mother Jarmecca Yvonne “Nikki” Whitehead was found dead inside her Georgia home. She had been stabbed over 80 times by her killer.  Her murder appeared to be a crime of passion. Could forensic science help identify her killer? PHOTO SOURCE: The Convington News Photo Source: Murderpedia Photo Source: True…

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San Ysidro McDonalds Murders

Subscribe to Forensic Tales podcast so you don’t miss an episode! July 14, 1984 was just another peaceful summer day in Southern California. The perfect atmosphere for a frosty Mc Donald’s ice cream sundae.  Aww, Micky Dees. America’s classic burger joint. Three little friends cracked their piggy banks open. And rode their bikes to enjoy…

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