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  • Security Guard Helps Carry a Bomb Into His Own Casino

    Security Guard Helps Carry a Bomb Into His Own Casino
    2026/11/04
    Security Guard Helps Carry a Bomb Into His Own Casino

    At 5:30 AM, two men rolled a steel box into a casino, helped by a security guard who held the door open. Inside that box was 450 kilograms of TNT, enough to level the building, yet the guard had no reason to be suspicious. How could a bomb of that magnitude go unnoticed until it was too late?

    In this episode, we delve into the meticulous planning behind one of the most audacious bomb threats in history, examining how a device disguised as a photocopier was delivered to the second floor of Harvey's Resort Hotel Casino, and the chilling letter that demanded three million dollars and warned of a second device if the FBI interfered. We explore the immediate aftermath, the evacuation of 600 guests, and the desperate efforts of law enforcement to understand a bomb that its creator claimed could not be safely disarmed.

    Date: August 26, 1980
    Location: Stateline, Nevada
    Target: Harvey's Resort Hotel Casino
    Explosive: 450 kilograms of TNT
    Demand: Three million dollars in cash

    - Two men delivered the bomb disguised as a photocopier at 5:30 AM.
    - A security guard helped carry the device into the casino.
    - The bomb contained 450 kilograms of TNT.
    - A letter demanding three million dollars was found with the device.
    - Six hundred guests were evacuated from the hotel.

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    Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived.

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    21 分
  • The Patrol Car: Her Husband's Blood, Their Cyanide.

    The Patrol Car: Her Husband's Blood, Their Cyanide.
    2026/11/03
    The Patrol Car: Her Husband's Blood, Their Cyanide.

    A schoolteacher recognized her husband's patrol car on a rural Arkansas highway, only to find him covered in blood, barely alive. What she discovered that June afternoon in 1984 would expose a domestic organization hiding in plain sight for nearly two years. How did a routine lunch plan lead to a discovery that silenced experienced FBI agents?

    In this episode, we unravel the murder of State Trooper Luis Bryan, whose death revealed an armed organization with thirty gallons of cyanide, hundreds of automatic weapons, and maps of federal agents' homes. We follow the investigation from a simple traffic stop to a shootout, and the shocking contents found in a killer's truck.

    Case: Murder of State Trooper Luis Bryan
    Date: June 1984
    Location: Highway Seventy-One, Savior County, Arkansas
    Victim: Luis Bryan
    Suspect: Richard Wayne Snell

    - Winona Brian found her husband, Luis Bryan, covered in blood on Highway Seventy-One.
    - Luis Bryan was a state trooper with the Arkansas State Police.
    - A blue and brown pickup truck towing a travel trailer was seen leaving the scene.
    - Richard Wayne Snell was identified as the driver of the pickup truck after a shootout with police.
    - Investigators found a live grenade, a .22 caliber semiautomatic pistol, and a MAC-Ten machine pistol in Snell's truck.

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    Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived.

    We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered.

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    21 分
  • Seven Killers Vanish from a Maximum Security Prison in Minutes

    Seven Killers Vanish from a Maximum Security Prison in Minutes
    2026/11/02
    Seven Killers Vanish from a Maximum Security Prison in Minutes

    On the Fourth of July, 1987, seven of New Mexico's most dangerous inmates vanished from a maximum-security prison in a matter of minutes. How could a facility with a history of deadly riots and housing men with nothing to lose allow such a catastrophic escape?

    In this episode, we delve into the systemic failures and the profiles of the men who exploited them, including a former police officer with state radio codes and a convicted murderer with an unexplained firearm. Was this a coordinated escape, or did one man simply open doors on his way out?

    Case: New Mexico State Penitentiary Escape
    Date: July 4, 1987
    Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
    Status: Fugitives at large
    Inmates: Seven

    - William Gilbert, 41, convicted on four counts of murder, had his death sentence commuted to life in prison.
    - James Kinslow, 22, was serving three consecutive life sentences for rape and murder.
    - Robert Davis, a former police officer, was convicted for armed robbery and found with state police radio codes.
    - The escape occurred during a night shift with a skeleton crew and unmanned guard towers due to budget cuts.
    - Roof sensors designed to detect escapes were offline, and an emergency escape hatch was used.

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    Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived.

    We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered.

    From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault.

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    23 分
  • The 12-Day Prison War Ended by Fruit Cocktail.

    The 12-Day Prison War Ended by Fruit Cocktail.
    2026/11/01
    The 12-Day Prison War Ended by Fruit Cocktail.

    On November 23, 1987, a federal prison employee arrived at work to an unsettling silence, followed by smoke, seized guards, and missing keys. What unfolded was a twelve-day siege involving 400 FBI SWAT operators at a burning fortress, yet not a single hostage lost their life. How did a fruit cocktail become the unlikely force that broke this standoff?

    In this episode, we delve into the seven years of legal limbo for Cuban detainees that led to the Atlanta Federal Penitentiary riot. We explore the fragile trust between inmates and staff, the repatriation treaty that ignited the crisis, and the organized violence that erupted, leaving a crucial question unanswered: who was truly in control?

    Event: Atlanta Federal Penitentiary Riot
    Date: November 23, 1987
    Location: Federal Penitentiary, Atlanta, Georgia
    Duration: 12 days
    Outcome: No hostage deaths

    - Over 120,000 Cubans migrated to the U.S. in 1980.
    - Approximately 2,700 Cuban individuals were classified as excludable by U.S. authorities.
    - Around 100 Cuban detainees were housed at the Federal Penitentiary in Atlanta.
    - The U.S. Department of State signed a repatriation treaty with Cuba on November 20, 1987.
    - 28 guards were taken hostage at Oakdale facility within hours of the treaty news.

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    Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived.

    We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered.

    From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault.

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    23 分
  • The Friend, The Foreclosure, The Fire.

    The Friend, The Foreclosure, The Fire.
    2026/10/31
    The Friend, The Foreclosure, The Fire.

    A woman's trusted financial advisor became her murderer, systematically draining her accounts for three years before a foreclosure notice triggered a fatal confrontation. How did a close friendship turn into a calculated plot to erase a life and cover up a financial crime?

    In this episode, we unravel the meticulous betrayal of Virginia Bailey by her friend Christine Lloyd, detailing the financial deception, the violent act, and the chilling attempts to maintain the illusion of Virginia's life after her death. We explore the evidence that exposed a pattern of calculated actions, not impulsive ones.

    Case: Virginia Bailey Murder
    Date of Fire: June 25, 1994
    Location: Berkeley, California
    Victim: Virginia Bailey
    Perpetrator: Christine Lloyd

    - Virginia Bailey's body was found face down in her second-story dining room.
    - Fire investigators confirmed the blaze was deliberately set as a cover-up.
    - Christine Lloyd, Virginia's financial advisor, had complete access to her accounts.
    - Prosecutors estimated Christine drained Virginia's accounts for approximately three years.
    - A foreclosure notice arrived on June 13, 1994, triggering a 3-minute, 30-second call between Virginia and Christine.

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    21 分
  • The Phineas Priesthood: When Holy War Came to Spokane

    The Phineas Priesthood: When Holy War Came to Spokane
    2026/10/30
    The Phineas Priesthood: When Holy War Came to Spokane

    A white van exploded behind a newspaper building, and fifteen minutes later, a bank was robbed at gunpoint in the same city. These were not random acts, but a coordinated operation by men who believed they were soldiers in a holy war. How did a domestic terrorist organization carry out bombings and armed robberies in a mid-sized American city, almost unnoticed?

    In this episode, we delve into the Spokane cell of the Phineas Priesthood, a group that combined extremist ideology with tactical training. We explore their precise planning, symbolic targets, and the question of who these men were and how long they had been preparing.

    Case: The Phineas Priesthood Spokane Cell
    Date: April 1, 1996
    Location: Spokane, Washington
    Crimes: Bombings, Armed Robbery
    Amount Stolen: Nine thousand dollars

    - A white van exploded behind The Spokesman-Review newspaper building at 2:30 PM.
    - Fifteen minutes later, a US Bank branch was robbed at gunpoint.
    - The bank robbery lasted under two minutes, with two masked men taking $9,000.
    - The Phineas Priesthood ideology targets interracial relationships, abortion providers, Jewish institutions, and the press.
    - The Spokane cell included Charles Barbie, Robert Berry, Ver Merell, and Brian Ratigan.

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    We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered.

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    23 分
  • He Knocked. She Knew Him. Then The Stun Gun.

    He Knocked. She Knew Him. Then The Stun Gun.
    2026/10/29
    He Knocked. She Knew Him. Then The Stun Gun.

    An ordinary spring morning in Indiana turned into a nightmare when a 21-year-old woman let someone she recognized into her home. Eight days later, she was found alive, locked in a metal cabinet in a different state. What crucial detail was overlooked that could have stopped her abductor sooner?

    In this episode, we delve into the abduction of Anita Walridge, the chilling details of her disappearance, and the critical clues that eventually led investigators to her. How did a simple request for water escalate into a cross-state abduction?

    Case: Anita Walridge Abduction
    Date: Spring 1998
    Location: Howard County, Indiana
    Victim: Anita Walridge, 21
    Abductor: Victor Steel, 41

    - Anita Walridge was found alive eight days after her abduction.
    - Victor Steel had a prior conviction for rape.
    - Anita's glasses and contact lenses were left behind, indicating she didn't leave voluntarily.
    - Blood was found on the kitchen floor and table, complicating the investigation.
    - A ball of electrical tape with hair fibers consistent with Anita's was found in the garage.

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    Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived.

    We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered.

    From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault.

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    20 分
  • Brothers Pull Over an Armored Truck and Vanish Two Guards

    Brothers Pull Over an Armored Truck and Vanish Two Guards
    2026/10/28
    Brothers Pull Over an Armored Truck and Vanish Two Guards

    An armored truck was found abandoned in the Arizona scrubland, doors locked from the outside, radio still broadcasting, and a shotgun untouched. Two guards and nearly $300,000 in cash were gone, leaving behind a scene of violence inside the vehicle. What happened on that remote stretch of Interstate 17?

    In this episode, we delve into one of Arizona's most carefully planned and violently executed armored truck heists, examining the meticulous preparations of the perpetrators and the baffling disappearance of the guards. How did a minor mechanical delay become a critical factor in a crime years in the making?

    Case: Armored Truck Heist
    Date: May 24, 1977
    Location: Interstate 17, north of Phoenix, Arizona
    Guards: Cecil Newkerk, Russell Demsy
    Missing Cash: $293,000

    - The armored truck was found near Bumblebee, Arizona, 80 kilometers north of Phoenix.
    - The truck's side door had a mechanical fault, causing a one-hour delay before departure.
    - Blood spatter was found on the carpet and coin bags inside the vehicle.
    - Two sets of tire tracks indicated a second vehicle was present at the scene.
    - The FBI assigned Special Agents Steven Shenet and Frank Mauri to the case.

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    We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered.

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    20 分