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  • When did Morgan Mengle turn from liar to murderer?
    2025/03/03

    Episode Summary:

    In this episode of Koltergeist, we

    delve into the chilling case of Kevin Mengel, a devoted father whose life was cut short by a

    shocking betrayal. What seemed like a troubled marriage took a deadly turn when his wife,

    Morgan Mengel, and her younger lover hatched a sinister plan. We uncover the lies, deception,

    and the trail of evidence that led investigators to the truth. Was justice truly served? Tune in as

    we break down this twisted case of love, manipulation, and murder.


    https://www.dailylocal.com/2013/02/05/update-morgan-mengel-admits-role-in-killing-husband/


    https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/shows/5-chilling-details-kevin-mengel-s-murder


    https://www.mainlinemedianews.com/2013/02/05/prosecutor-says-morgan-mengel-was-stupid/


    https://www.google.com/search?q=Kevin+Mengle+murder+timeline&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS847U

    S847&oq=kevin+mengle+murder&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBggBEEUYOzIGCAAQRRg5MgYIA

    RBFGDvSAQk1NDg1ajBqMTWoAgiwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8


    https://www.nbc.com/dateline-secrets-uncovered/video/toxic/4057105


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  • Lesson Unlearned: The murder of Ellen Greenberg and the investigation that failed her
    2025/02/24


    Episode Summary:


    On a cold January evening in 2011, 27-year-old Ellen Greenberg, a beloved teacher

    and bride-to-be, was found dead in her Philadelphia apartment with 20 stab

    wounds—10 of which were to the back of her head and neck. Despite the medical

    examiner determining the manner of death as a homicide, it was never really

    investigated as such. The medical examiner then suddenly changed the manner of

    death to suicide-and then changed it yet again, but the story doesn’t end there. Ellen’s

    family and many experts have raised compelling questions about the clearly bungled

    investigation. On this episode of Koltergeist we’ll delve into the evidence, the autopsy

    findings, and a brand new bombshell to ask the difficult question—who killed Ellen

    Greenberg?


    References:

    Ellen Greenberg - Crime Timeline


    Ellen Greenberg died by ‘suicide’ with 20 stab wounds. Her parents are out to prove

    that’s impossible | Lamb McErlane PC


    Ellen-Greenberg-Autopsy-2012-Wecht-RPT.pdf


    https://gavinfish.com/cases/ellen-greenberg/


    Teacher stabbing death to be revisited after medical examiner walks back ruling of

    suicide - ABC News


    Annie McCormick on X: "Breaking Today : The Medical Examiner in Ellen Greenberg’s

    case says her death was NOT suicide. The legal tide appears to be turning for the

    Greenberg family in their decade plus long fight to change their daughter’s suicide ruling

    to homicide or undetermined."


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    56 分
  • Love, Betrayal and Tragedy: The Marc Gerardot case
    2025/02/17

    Episode Summary:


    When a seemingly successful marriage unraveled due to infidelity, it led to an unimaginable tragedy. This episode dives into the love triangle between Marc Gerardot, his wife Jennair, and Meredith Chapman—a story of betrayal, obsession, and meticulous planning. Explore the events that culminated in a shocking murder-suicide, the chilling evidence left behind, and the devastating aftermath for everyone involved. Join us as we unravel the Marc Gerardot case and examine how secrets and emotions spiraled into violence.


    References:

    https://abcnews.go.com/US/man-involved-2018-love-triangle-murder-suicide-

    case/story?id=65366893


    https://www.amazon.com/Irreparable-Three-Lives-Deaths-Story/dp/057866562X


    https://www.inquirer.com/news/mark-gerardot-jennair-meredith-chapman-murder-suicide-love-

    triangle-radnor-20201107.html


    https://people.com/crime/mark-gerardot-wife-murdered-mistress-killed-herself-says-he-loved-her


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    41 分
  • From missing to murdered/ The puzzling case of Judith Smith
    2025/02/10

    Episode Summary:

    Judith (Judy) Smith was a 50-year-old Massachusetts woman who went missing while sightseeing in Philadelphia, PA in 1997. Mysteriously, her remains were eventually found 5 months later over 500 miles away. This case leaves us with more questions than answers- how and why did Judy Smith go missing, and- who killed her?


    References:

    Apr 14, 1997, page 16 - The Boston Globe at Newspapers.com

    Oct 01, 1997, page 28 - The Boston Globe at Newspapers.com

    Oct 02, 1997, page 59 - Hartford Courant at Newspapers.com

    Aug 31, 1997, page 260 - The Philadelphia Inquirer at Newspapers.com by Michael Sokolove

    Oct 05, 1997, page 41 - Sun-News at Newspapers.com

    Apr 10, 1998, page 18 - Asheville Citizen-Times at Newspapers.com

    Aug 31, 1997, page 259 - The Philadelphia Inquirer at Newspapers.com


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    39 分
  • How not to fake your own death…the story of Marcus Schrenker
    2025/02/03

    Episode Summary:


    Marcus Schrenker, a former Indiana financial adviser, is best known for his dramatic attempt to fake his death in January 2009 to avoid legal and financial troubles. Schrenker's story involves fraud, deception, and a daring escape attempt that garnered national attention. Schrenker's case became a cautionary tale of greed and desperation. His elaborate but poorly executed attempt to fake his death highlighted the lengths to which some will go to escape accountability.


    References:

    https://www.forbes.com/sites/walterpavlo/2019/11/22/white-collar-tales-the-story-of-marcus-

    schrenker/


    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_Schrenker#:~:text=In%202009%2C%20he%20attempted%

    20to,state%2C%20three%2Dday%20manhunt.&text=After%20pleading%20guilty%20to%20fed

    eral,fined%20%24905%2C000%20in%20June%202009.


    https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna39562817


    https://abcnews.go.com/2020/marcus-schrenker-fake-death/story?id=10201960


    https://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/15/us/15plane.html


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    32 分
  • What happened to Lauren Jackson? Plus 3 tips to keep your kids safe
    2025/01/27

    Episode Summary:

    It’s been 36 years since 5-year-old Lauren Jackson vanished without a trace from her apartment complex in Spring City, Pa. Lauren was last seen by several witnesses playing outside in the early evening hours on October 4, 1988. An extensive investigation by police revealed chilling clues but no sign of Lauren. Was this a stranger abduction or do the answers lie closer to home?

    This episode also explains why the “stranger danger” safety tactics of the 80’s fell short of properly protecting our children. We cover safety tips from NCMEC as well as practical age-appropriate strategies to help keep all our children safe.

    If you have any information on Lauren’s case please contact the East Vincent police department at (610) 933-0115 , National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678, or the FBI.


    References:

    Nov 06, 1988, page 439 - The Philadelphia Inquirer at Newspapers.com

    Oct 06, 1988, page 2 - The Philadelphia Inquirer at Newspapers.com

    More than 30 years later, investigation continues into 5-year-old's disappearance

    Cold Case Chronicles podcast- Lauren Jackson

    CHRISTINA O'DONNELL Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

    National Center for Missing & Exploited Children


    Pictures

    Have you seen this child? Lauren Maria pico Jackson

    Vincent Motel- 3585 Schuylkill Rd, Spring City, PA 19475 | LoopNet



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    39 分
  • If Eric Richins only listened to his gut
    2025/01/20


    Episode Summary:


    The Koltergeist episode on Kouri Richins unpacks the shocking case of a wife accused of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, allegedly for financial gain and to be with her lover. We delve into the suspicious circumstances surrounding Eric’s death, Kouri's alleged affair with her handyman, and the text exchanges that hinted at her desire to start a new life. The episode reveals a twisted web of deception and betrayal, exploring what led to the tragic outcome and the questions that remain unanswered.


    References:

    https://www.abc4.com/richins/kouri-richins-allegedly-writes-email-authorities-prior-to-arrest-to-clarify/

    https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kouri-richins-denied-bail-utah-mom-charged-with-poisoning-husband/

    https://youtu.be/ie2DflEVCq4?si=Q5wWsirqtPpSarw7

    https://kutv.com/news/local/family-of-utah-woman-kouri-richins-accused-of-husbands-murder-talks-to-cbs-eric-richins-fentanyl-ronnie-darden-48-hours-natalie-morales-aggravated-murder-charge-paramount-plus

    https://www.themirror.com/news/us-news/kouri-richins-murder-husband-book-803126

    https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/kouri-richins-mother-may-helped-plan-orchestrate-murder-authorities-sa-rcna144099

    https://www.walker-mortuary.com/obituaries/eric-richins

    https://www.scribd.com/document/680317499/Walk-the-Dog-Letter-by-Kouri-Richins


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    42 分
  • The tragic deaths of Samantha Josephson and Chanti Dixon
    2025/01/13

    Episode Summary:

    Samantha Josephson was a 21-year-old student at the University of South Carolina who was savagely murdered when she mistakenly got into the car of a man she thought was her Uber driver. Chanti Dixon was a 30-year-old mother of two who was tragically murdered by her Uber driver in Indianapolis.

    Ridesharing is a convenient option that is increasingly growing in popularity. Between Uber and Lyft, almost 6 billion rides per year are provided. While the number of crimes, including fatalities and sexual assaults is statistically very low, both drivers and riders should be acutely aware of the potential dangers involved when sharing a vehicle with strangers as well as the safety features available and tactics to utilize when ridesharing.


    References:

    Uber releases safety data: 998 sexual assault incidents including 141 rape reports in 2020 | CNN Business

    Apr 02, 2019, page A1 - The State at Newspapers.com

    Apr 04, 2019, page A1 - The Greenville News at Newspapers.com

    Jun 27, 2019, page A6 - Passaic Valley Today at Newspapers.com

    https://www.uber.com/us/en/about/reports/us-safety-report/

    https://www.lyft.com/blog/posts/lyfts-community-safety-report

    GAO-24-106742, RIDESHARING AND TAXI SAFETY: Information on Assaults against Drivers and Passengers

    About Foundation | #WHATSMYNAME FOUNDATION | Samantha Josephson

    Indianapolis mom Chanti Dixon remembered as Uber driver arrested

    Uber driver charged with murder in missing woman's death | wthr.com

    Rideshare driver arrested for allegedly murdering female passenger: Indianapolis police - ABC News

    Indianapolis Uber driver charged with murder in woman's death

    'She was the love of my life,' says boyfriend of slain University of South Carolina student, who got in wrong car - ABC News




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    35 分