FilmRise True Crime Videos
The Heartbreaking Murder of Matthew Shepard follows the 1998 killing of Matthew Shepard after he accepted a ride from two men in Laramie, Wyoming. The programme explores the circumstances surrounding the attack, the investigation into his murder, and how the case generated national attention and continued to resonate decades later.
In the US, Mitchell Jones Jr. was attacked at knifepoint in his home, prompting police to use security footage and phone tracking to identify the suspect. In the UK, a woman’s murder in her rural home was solved via a neighbor’s security camera, despite lacking DNA evidence. Both cases highlight the role of surveillance in criminal investigations.
In 1989, 14-year-old Stephanie Isaacson was abducted in Las Vegas and found dead in the desert. The case remained unsolved for decades until forensic genetic genealogy provided new leads, offering closure to her family after years of uncertainty.
Jordan Monaghan murdered his 24-day-old daughter on New Year’s Day 2013. In August 2013, he killed his 21-month-old son after his partner tried to end their relationship.
In 1964, the body of 9-year-old Marise Chiverella was discovered in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, after she disappeared. A teen prodigy in investigative genetic genealogy aided detectives in solving the case five decades later.
Colin Campbell, a convicted murderer with a history of prison time, had his conviction reduced to manslaughter, leading to hopes of freedom. Decades later, DNA evidence linked him to a brutal murder, revealing his identity as the offender in a cold case that had remained unsolved until forensic advancements provided closure.
In 1968, boys in Huntington Beach discovered a brutalized woman’s body in an oil field, leaving her identity and killer unsolved for 52 years. DNA analysis eventually identified her and the perpetrator, showcasing advancements in genetic genealogy aiding cold case resolutions.
Nasen Saadi, a misogynist, stabbed multiple women on a beach, driven by hatred and belief in their imagined rejection. The incident highlights psychological factors contributing to violent crimes.
Teenager Sarah Stern disappeared after her car was found on a New Jersey bridge, with rumors of a hidden inheritance linked to her case. Financial schemes and allegations of betrayal are central to the investigation.
Toronto police are investigating a serial killer who dresses as Santa, preying on vulnerable men. The suspect remains at large, with authorities under pressure to prevent further crimes.
Sixteen-year-old Becky Watts vanished from her home in Bristol and was discovered dead days later. Her stepbrother, Nathan Matthews, was convicted of her murder, shocking the family. The crime involved dismemberment, highlighting the tragic nature of the case.
Carla, a bright and beloved teen, was abducted and murdered, devastating her community. The case remained unsolved for decades until new investigations identified Glen as the perpetrator.