In October 2013, a 19-year-old man was found murdered beneath a trailer in rural Clinton County, Kentucky.

• Clinton County News http://clintonnews.net/pages/?p=11376
• Lexington Herald-Leader (via Kentucky.com) https://www.kentucky.com/news/local/crime/article44451009.html
• Kentucky State Police — Case reporting and investigation details

🎧 About the Show

Buried in the Bluegrass is a true crime podcast focused on real cases from across Kentucky—highlighting local stories, investigations, and the details that don’t always make headlines.

Produced by Ole Gerg Media LLC.

🎙️ Episode 4: The Night She Vanished

The Murder of Gabbi Doolin – Allen County, Kentucky

On November 14, 2015, 7-year-old Gabbi Doolin disappeared during a community football game in Scottsville, Kentucky. What began as a normal night for families quickly turned into a nightmare.

Within minutes, a search began. Soon after, Gabbi was found behind the bleachers—murdered.

The case shocked Allen County and the entire state. But as investigators worked to identify who was responsible, disturbing questions surfaced about missed warning signs and how something like this could happen in a place meant to be safe.

In this episode of Buried in the Bluegrass, we break down the timeline, the investigation, and the conviction of the man responsible.

🧩 Episode Breakdown

⏱️ Timeline of Events

• November 14, 2015 – Gabby attends a youth football game at Allen County-Scottsville High School
• She is last seen near the bleachers
• Reported missing during the event
• Found shortly after behind the bleachers

🚨 Investigation

• Kentucky State Police lead the investigation
• Evidence collected at the scene, including DNA
• Community-wide shock and rapid media attention

👤 Suspect Identified

• Timothy Madden identified through DNA evidence
• Previously known in the community
• Arrested within days of the murder

⚖️ Trial & Conviction

• Trial held in 2018
• Jury hears forensic and DNA evidence
• Madden convicted of:
  • Murder
  • Rape
  • Sodomy
• Sentenced to life in prison without parole

💔 Impact

• Case raised concerns about safety at public events
• Lasting trauma for the Allen County community
• Ongoing remembrance of Gabbi Doolin

📚 Sources

• Kentucky State Police case information (public statements & releases)
• WBKO coverage of arrest and trial
• WNKY reporting on investigation and conviction
• Lexington Herald-Leader trial coverage and sentencing details
• Associated Press regional reporting on conviction
• WDRB coverage of case developments
• Court records from Allen County Circuit Court (Commonwealth v. Timothy Madden)

⚠️ Content Warning

This episode discusses crimes involving a child, including violence and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.

On Memorial Day weekend in 2011, a quiet Florence, Kentucky neighborhood became the site of one of Northern Kentucky’s most disturbing unsolved crimes.

William “Bill” Stephenson and his wife Peggy were found murdered inside their condominium on Ridge Edge Court after family members became concerned when the couple failed to appear for church services.

But what investigators discovered inside the home raised more questions than answers.

After the killings, the person responsible remained inside the residence for hours — moving furniture, manipulating items throughout the house, and staging parts of the scene in ways detectives described as deeply unusual.

Despite the brutality and the bizarre crime scene, investigators recovered something crucial: DNA.

That genetic profile was entered into the FBI’s CODIS database in 2012 and continues to be searched today.

More than a decade later, the case remains unsolved.

In this episode of Buried in the Bluegrass, we examine:

• The lives of Bill and Peggy Stephenson • The strange and disturbing crime scene investigators encountered • The multi-state investigation that followed • The DNA evidence that detectives believe could solve the case • The involvement of the Vidocq Society and behavioral analysts • And what newly obtained public records reveal about the current status of the investigation

This episode is based on reporting, public records, and documents obtained through the Kentucky Open Records Act.

If you have information about this case, contact the Boone County Sheriff’s Office tip line at 859-334-8496.

Case Information

Victims: William “Bill” Stephenson (74) Peggy Stephenson (74)

Location: Florence, Kentucky

Date of Crime: May 29, 2011

Status: Unsolved – Assigned to Boone County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit

Sources

Boone County Sheriff’s Office Open Records Release – Stephenson Investigation (March 2, 2026)

Kentucky State Police Forensic Laboratory Report

WCPO Cincinnati – I-Team reporting on the Stephenson case

NKyTribune reporting on the investigation

Boone County Sheriff’s Office press releases and case summaries

Vidocq Society documentation related to the 2012 case consultation

Podcast Information

Buried in the Bluegrass Investigating Kentucky’s cold cases, unsolved crimes, and forgotten stories.

Produced by Ole Gerg Media