He confessed to killing 48 women, but the real story is darker. In this episode, we strip away the myths and expose the realities of Gary Ridgway — the so-called Green River Killer. Discover why he wasn’t caught for nearly 20 years, how he hid in plain sight as a father and factory worker, and the systemic failures that allowed him to keep killing. Built entirely from court records, sworn testimony, and prosecutorial files, this episode reveals lessons law enforcement — and society — still struggle to learn.

In this episode of True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard, explore the untold true crime story of a woman who became a victim after trying to help during a Detroit carjacking. Hours later, the very man she assisted, Cortez Blake, led her abduction, mistakenly convinced she had set him up. This episode recounts how one night of bad decisions, arrogance, and ignorance turned suspicion into violence, destroying lives on all sides. Join us as we analyze true crime through court documents, sworn testimony, and official records. Full source links available at TrueCrimeUnheard.com.

In this episode of True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard, we dive into an untold true crime story about the infamous hospice fraud scam that occurred in Los Angeles but it's happening elsewhere as well.

Nita Palma was convicted of health-care fraud and illegal kickbacks as she manipulated the hospice care system, enrolling patients who were not at the end of their lives.

Families and physicians reveal the shocking truth about how Medicare's end-of-life policies were exploited, often prioritizing financial gain over the compassionate care of dying patients. This compelling documentary episode is constructed from court records, sworn testimony, and official filings that shed light on the dark side of healthcare.

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In this true crime podcast episode, we delve into the untold true crime story of Michael Geilenfeld — a man from Iowa once celebrated as a missionary savior in Haiti who was ultimately convicted in U.S. federal court for child sexual abuse. This episode uncovers a decades-long timeline filled with survivor testimony, overlooked red flags, and the closure of a Haiti orphanage due to corruption and betrayal. From whispers in the 1990s to a 2024 decision, we reveal how predators operate in the shadows and the devastating impact on vulnerable children who were repeatedly failed. This investigation is based entirely on court records, sworn testimony, and public documents — not speculation.

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Explore the harrowing true crime case of the Lobster Trap Murder, where James Dao became a victim of betrayal at sea. Five miles off the Southern California coast, James Dao was not just out on another late-night lobster run; he was pulled into a harrowing true crime story. Instead of catching lobsters, he became the victim of the Lobster Trap Murder, shot, bound, and dragged into the Pacific Ocean by individuals he considered friends.

In this episode of True Crime Cases You Haven’t Heard, we delve deep into the chilling case of the Lobster Trap Murder. From Dana Point Harbor to the federal courtroom, we explore how prosecutors unraveled a narrative of debt, suspicion, and betrayal at sea. Utilizing official records, testimony, and forensic evidence, this documentary account reveals a dark crime that the ocean tried to keep hidden. Tune in for an unforgettable investigation into this untold true crime case.

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For more than two decades, the true crime case of Kansas prosecutor Linus Thuston revealed shocking allegations of misconduct that went largely unchecked. This episode of True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard traces the untold true crime stories surrounding early financial improprieties and allegations of sexual exploitation involving around 50 women, examining how each missed intervention point allowed the abuse to escalate.

This episode traces three critical failures in oversight—built entirely from court records, sworn testimony, and verified reporting. You’ll hear how a redemption narrative replaced accountability, how law enforcement tried to act, and how a judge’s rare decision changed the outcome.

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In this episode of our true crime podcast, we delve into an untold true crime story of a small-town Virginia sheriff who sold law enforcement badges like items on a menu—ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 each. Captured on video by FBI agents wearing hidden recording devices, these shocking transactions led to his conviction on all counts and a 10-year sentence in federal prison. But then an unexpected twist changed everything.

Based entirely on court documents and public records, this true crime case presents the facts about accountability and justice, questioning who the law truly serves in America. Listen to the evidence and decide for yourself: Does our justice system treat everyone equally, or does it depend on who you know?

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Shan Hanes was a respected Kansas banker who testified before Congress and chaired the state banking association — until a WhatsApp message from crypto scammers led him to embezzle $47 million and destroy his community bank. This unknown true crime case reveals the first documented instance of international pig butchering scams penetrating American financial institutions, told with dignity through court documents and public records. An educational true crime story about institutional trust, community betrayal, and how sophisticated international fraudsters can exploit even banking experts.

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