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The 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders remain one of the most haunting unsolved crimes in Texas history. In this episode, we investigate how four men — Forrest Welbourne, Michael Scott, Robert Springsteen, and Maurice Pierce — became central figures in the case.

We cover:

🕵️‍♂️ How each suspect was connected to the crime scene

⚖️ The controversial false confessions and coerced interrogation tactics

🔗 The wrongful convictions, overturned verdicts, and what happened to the men later

📌 The current status of the Austin cold case and why the Yogurt Shop Murders remain unsolved over 30 years later

👉 Do you think the suspects were innocent victims of bad police work, or do you believe they knew more than they admitted? Let us know in the comments!

If you’re fascinated by true crime podcasts, cold case investigations, and unsolved mysteries, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 to catch every new episode of Murder Unscripted.

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🎙️ Welcome to Murder Unscripted — the weekly true-crime podcast where veteran producer Ed Hydock (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files & many more) teams up with his bestie - super-sleuth fan Melissa Spivey - to explore real life murder investigations. Our unique dynamic resonates with both seasoned true-crime fans and those new to the genre, while our unscripted interviews with detectives, forensic scientists, prosecutors, and victims’ families bring you far beyond recycled headlines - immersing you in the world of true-crime like no one else.

🔍 Expect deep dives into obscure stories, serial killers, cold cases, DNA breakthroughs & courtroom drama, plus Friday Minis, Shorts and live Q&As. Built on Insight, Integrity & Advocacy, we keep victims front-and-center, while adding a touch of humor to brighten even the darkest tales.

👉 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe, join the MU Crew & tap the bell!

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In December 1991, Austin, Texas was shaken by one of the most shocking and brutal crimes in its history: the Yogurt Shop Murders. Four teenage girls were killed inside a small yogurt shop, a case that has haunted investigators and the community for decades.

In Part 1 of this two-part series, we explore:

🔎 The chilling details of the murder scene

🧩 Victimology — who the four victims were and their lives before tragedy struck

🚧 The early "red herrings" that misled investigators in the case’s early days

Next week in Part 2, we’ll dive into the suspects who were arrested and released, and discuss how this case remains unsolved to this day.

👉 What do you think led investigators down the wrong paths in the beginning? Drop your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear from you!

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#TrueCrime #YogurtShopMurders #AustinTexas #UnsolvedMystery #MurderUnscripted #TrueCrimePodcast #ColdCase _________________________________________________________________________

🎙️ Welcome to Murder Unscripted — the weekly true-crime podcast where veteran producer Ed Hydock (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files & many more) teams up with his bestie - super-sleuth fan Melissa Spivey - to explore real life murder investigations. Our unique dynamic resonates with both seasoned true-crime fans and those new to the genre, while our unscripted interviews with detectives, forensic scientists, prosecutors, and victims’ families bring you far beyond recycled headlines - immersing you in the world of true-crime like no one else.

🔍 Expect deep dives into obscure stories, serial killers, cold cases, DNA breakthroughs & courtroom drama, plus Friday Minis, Shorts and live Q&As. Built on Insight, Integrity & Advocacy, we keep victims front-and-center, while adding a touch of humor to brighten even the darkest tales.

👉 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe, join the MU Crew & tap the bell!

🌐 For more information about us and the show, visit our website at: www.MurderUnscriptedPod.com

E-mail us at: murderunscriptedpod@gmail.com

Follow us on socials 👇

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In this episode, we revisit the 1987 Colorado Springs murder of 20-year-old Army Specialist Darlene “Krash” Krashoc, a Fort Carson soldier whose case went cold for decades - until DNA technology brought a breakthrough and a conviction more than 30 years later.

We unpack the timeline, the forensics, and the investigation that ultimately identified Michael Whyte, who was later sentenced to life in prison without parole.

🕯️ Victim & scene: Darlene was found on March 17, 1987 in a parking lot off South Academy Blvd. in Colorado Springs; the cause of death was strangulation.

🧬 The break: Investigators used DNA and genealogy techniques to link Whyte to the crime, solving the cold case in 2019 and leading to a 2021 conviction and sentence.

🎖️ Service: Darlene was stationed at Fort Carson with the 73rd Maintenance Company.

👇 Join the conversation - What part of the investigation surprised you most? - Do you think genetic genealogy should be used more widely in cold cases? - Drop your thoughts in the comments—your insights may be featured in a future episode. 💬

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#TrueCrime #DarleneKrashoc #FortCarson #ColoradoSprings #ColdCase #DNAGenealogy #ArmyCID #MichaelWhyte #MurderUnscripted #Podcast 🎧🔎🧬 _________________________________________________________________________ 🎙️

Welcome to Murder Unscripted — the weekly true-crime podcast where veteran producer Ed Hydock (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files & many more) teams up with his bestie - super-sleuth fan Melissa Spivey - to explore real life murder investigations. Our unique dynamic resonates with both seasoned true-crime fans and those new to the genre, while our unscripted interviews with detectives, forensic scientists, prosecutors, and victims’ families bring you far beyond recycled headlines - immersing you in the world of true-crime like no one else.

🔍 Expect deep dives into obscure stories, serial killers, cold cases, DNA breakthroughs & courtroom drama, plus Friday Minis, Shorts and live Q&As. Built on Insight, Integrity & Advocacy, we keep victims front-and-center, while adding a touch of humor to brighten even the darkest tales.

👉 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe, join the MU Crew & tap the bell!

🌐 For more information about us and the show, visit our website at: www.MurderUnscriptedPod.com

E-mail us at: murderunscriptedpod@gmail.com

Follow us on socials 👇

FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557418124048

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⚠️ Graphic details; listener discretion advised.

#TrueCrime #MurderUnscripted #ColdCase #UnsolvedMysteries #ForensicScience #VictimAdvocacy 🕵️‍♀️🩸