Anne Branson, an 85-year-old real estate veteran, was violently attacked in her Madisonville, Kentucky home in 2003. Her nephew Russell Winstead was convicted after evidence exposed his hidden gambling addiction and a cover-up, despite his alibi and attempts to mislead investigators.
Belle Gunness, a Norwegian immigrant, murdered multiple family members at her Indiana farm using poison, driven by greed. Her crimes, uncovered through investigation, revealed a pattern of calculated violence and deceit, making her one of America's most infamous killers.
The series explores cases of women driven by greed, revenge, obsession, and malice, analyzing their psychological profiles and motives. Insights from former FBI profiler Candice DeLong highlight forensic methods that led to their convictions, emphasizing the complexity of their crimes and the investigative processes involved.
In 1980, Maria James was murdered in her Thornbury bookshop by someone familiar with her. Weapons used were found at her home. The investigation initially focused on her ex-husband and witnesses, later implicating Mario Valuchi and a telecom worker, who later died by suicide. DNA evidence later resurfaced the case, but a mishandled DNA test stalled progress, while new revelations linked Father Bonjouro to abuse and priest connections.
Holly Crawford and James Roach escalated a toxic love triangle into fatal violence, influenced by *The Boondock Saints* and fueled by drugs, jealousy, and vigilantism. Their drug-fueled crime spree led to a double murder, reflecting the film's themes of vengeance and chaos.
In 1984, Christopher Lavarak's body was found in a carpet bag at Beverly Beck. His disappearance remained unsolved until 2005 when Joanne Nelson's disappearance led to the arrest of Paul Dyson. Dyson confessed to both murders after forensic evidence and CCTV linked him to the crimes.
The Deadly Type with Candice DeLong examines criminal psychology through real cases, analyzing offenders' motives and behavioral patterns. Led by former FBI profiler Candice DeLong, the series explores how psychological factors and critical life events contribute to violent crimes, using investigative techniques and profiling methods to dissect complex cases.
The Bonnell case involves a life insurance mystery tied to their aspirations and adversity, culminating in tragedy. Their story highlights how personal ambitions and challenges intersect with legal and emotional complexities, reshaping lives through unforeseen consequences.
The execution of Russia’s last Tsar, Nicholas II, and his family in 1918 remained a mystery until DNA testing confirmed their deaths. Anna Anderson’s false claims of being the lost Romanov princess were debunked, while forensic analysis of remains, including diamond-studded corsets that may have protected some victims, resolved the century-old crime.
The Tracy Woodford case shocked Pontypridd when the missing woman's trail led to butcher Christopher May. A dark true crime investigation in Wales' murder capital uncovered his gruesome discovery and subsequent trial for her murder and dismemberment.
Kelly Gissendaner lured her ex-husband with promises of a fresh start before murdering him in a greed-driven plot. Her crime, part of Georgia's infamous homicide cases, resulted in her execution after investigators uncovered the chilling motive behind the brutal killing.
The Capture of the BTK Killer traces the investigation that finally exposed sexual sadist Dennis Rader after decades of murder, taunting letters, and one of the longest serial killer manhunts in American history.