This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 2 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished three months apart but under strangely similar circumstances. Both men were last seen with the same police offic…

This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 1 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished three months apart but under strangely similar circumstances. Both men were last seen with the same police offic…

This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother’s home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Melinda, she died by suicide. Trenton is still missing, and the case has gone cold. Support the Florida Themis Proj…

This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother’s home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Melinda, she died by suicide. Trenton is still missing, and the case has gone cold. Support the Florida Themis Proj…

This month, The Florida Themis Project features two unidentified women found in Broward County, Florida, Jane Doe 82 and Jane Doe 88. Nic Edwards from the True Crime Garage Podcast is joining us for this episode and sponsoring our Themis feature this month! (Thanks Nic!!) If you have any information about the identity of this person, please get in …

On January 3rd, 2010 the badly burned body of 26-year-old Paula Sladewski was found in a dumpster in North Miami, Florida. Her killer has never been found... Authorities ask anyone with any information regarding the murder or Paula Sladewski to contact the North Miami Police Department at (305) 891-0294 Intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=…

On Nov. 18, 2014, in Cape Coral, Florida, shortly before 9pm, while sitting on a bench at the front entrance of the TJ Maxx that he managed, Alfred, AKA Al, Griffiths was shot at point-blank range in the head and killed. This case resembled a hit and is still unsolved. · If you have any information please reach out to the Cape Coral Police Departme…

On December 19, 1959 all four members of the Walker family were murdered in their home in Osprey, Florida. The case remains unsolved... This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring The Walker Family and is running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for the month o…

Is it possible to disappear yourself? Please enjoy this Off Topic & Uncut episode, usually reserved only for Patreon! Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors Visit our websi…

Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida. If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County Sheriff's Office at (407) 254-7000 Vladek Timeline Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonu…

Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida. If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County Sheriff's Office at (407) 254-7000 Vladek Timeline Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonu…

Dori Ann Myers disappeared on January 10, 2006 in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dori had met two men at a bar and they accompanied her home. At 3am her house was in flames and her car was found 80 miles away, also burned to the ground. Dori has not been seen or heard from since. Marjorie Christina Luna, nicknamed 'Christy', was last seen on the afternoon o…

In the winter of 1981 two teenage girls were abducted from the same mall parking lot in Ft. Myers, Florida. One was found murdered months later, the others fate remains a mystery... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website p…

The Florida Themis Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Themis is the Greek Goddess of wisdom and good counsel and the interpreter of the gods’ will. She is widely recognized as the goddess of Justice. Justice is what The Florida Themis Project is all about. We support loved ones and victims of unsolved crimes by financially contributing …

This is an episode from Lauren's other show, It's Hard to Talk About Podcast Kendra experienced an abusive relationship as a teen. Twenty years later she is just now realizing how bad it was... October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Approximately one in three women, and one in four men will experience some form of intimate partner d…

12-year-old Carol Lynn Sullivan was last seen around 6:50 a.m. on Sept. 20, 1978, at her school bus stop at the corner of Courtland Boulevard and Doyle Road in Deltona, Florida. Her partial remains were found 12 days later. This case is still unsolved 45 years later... Anyone with information about the murder of Carol Lynn Sullivan is urged to call…

Twenty-four year old Jennifer Kesse disappeared from her condo in Orlando, FL on January 23, 2006. As of 2023, no arrests have been made and Kesse's whereabouts remain unknown. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Kesse and is running an awareness campaign a…

32-year-old firefighter Brandy Hall left work early on the night of Aug. 17, 2006 in Malabar, Florida. She's never been seen again... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Pat…

Lauren spoke with Samantha from the Missing and Murdered in Florida Facebook page about an upcoming search in the Ocala National Forest for Theresa Hartley. We covered this case on this episode. Intro video: Search for St. Augustine woman continues after three weeks Search details: Click here for the Facebook Event SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023 AT 8:30…

Kyle Alexander Byrtus was found murdered on August 15, 2013, in a field in Lehigh Acres, Fl. Kyle was a good kid who made some bad choices that ultimately lead to his death. August 15th, 2023 is the 10-year anniversary of Kyle's death. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is feat…

Today a grand jury indicted 61-year-old Jeffrey Norman Crum — who is already serving two life sentences for sexual battery and attempted murder — on charges of first-degree murder, kidnapping, and sexual battery in the case of Jennifer Odom. Intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkbsMKqM5QI This episode was made in conjunction with The Flori…

At around 3pm on the afternoon of February 19, 1993, twelve-year-old Jennifer Odom got off of her school bus and vanished, she was found murdered almost a week later. This case is still unsolved. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Odom and running an aware…

Heidi Zampell, 22, was last seen on June 18, 1987. She was dropped off by a friend at a home in a very rural area of Naples, Florida and was last seen walking down the long driveway. She’s not been seen or heard from since… *All parties discussed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law* This episode was made in conjunction with The Flori…

Dennis Nilsen was a Scottish serial killer and necrophile who murdered at least twelve young men and boys between 1978 and 1983 in London. CrimeCon UK! June 10-11 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off! CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” f…

Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…

Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…

Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…

Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…

BONUS! The month of May is Abduction Prevention Awareness Month and Lauren chats with Damsel Ninja Nancy from Damsel in Defense again on how to stay safe! Order your safety gear from Nancy this month, and a portion of the proceeds will go to our non-profit, The Florida Themis Project! ORDER HERE Get your Ring Doorbell and other safety gear HERE Joi…

In this episode we discuss Theresa Hartley, who has been missing in the Ocala National Forest since March 11, 2023, along with the unsolved murder of Timothy Smith and a gang-related triple murder. All of this has occurred within the last several weeks in Marion County, Florida Anyone with information on Theresa Hartley’s whereabouts is asked to ca…

Stephen Smith, a 19-year-old nursing student from Hampton, South Carolina, was found dead in the middle of Sandy Run Road, a dark country road, in the early morning hours of July 8, 2015. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website para…

In the summer of 1955, 14-year-old African-American Emmett Till was brutally murdered by two white men after he was accused of whistling at a white woman in a grocery store. Emmett's story and his mother Mamie's efforts helped galvanize the growing civil rights movement in this country in the 1950s and beyond. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and a…

The conclusion to this story, including the arrest and sensational trial and all the events leading up to Steven Benson's death in 2015. Thanks for listening, and remember: If you see something say something!! Collier County Sheriff’s Office (239) 774-4434 Lee County Sheriff’s Office (239) 477-1000 SWFL Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) Music by…

On July 9th, 1985 the Benson Family vehicle exploded in their driveway, killing the millionaire family matriarch, Margaret Benson, and her youngest son, Scott, and wounding her only daughter Carol Lynn. Her older son, Steven Benson survived the blast because he has "run inside to grab something he forgot"..... Part 1 of this story explores the char…

Ali Gilmore vanished from her home in Tallahassee, FL in the middle of the night on February 2, 2006. She’s not been seen or heard from since… Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click Here Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our we…

Lindsay Clancy, a 32-year-old labor and delivery nurse killed her three children and attempted to kill herself on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. How can this happen?? Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click Here Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmaha…

On May 26, 1990, 40-year-old Marlene Warren opened the door of her home in Wellington, FL, and was shot in the face by a person dressed as a clown Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click Here Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit ou…

On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been charged with her murder. Anyone with information about Taylor's murder is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sh…

On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been charged with her murder. Anyone with information about Taylor's murder is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sh…

On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been charged with her murder. Anyone with information about Taylor's murder is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sh…

On November 2, 2016, Sherri Papini vanished from her neighborhood in Redding, CA, creating panic in the community. She reappeared 22 days later beaten, bruised, and branded. But the thing is...Sherri orchestrated the whole ordeal herself. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! ww…

In the 1930's Cleveland, OH was terrorized by a serial killer who dismembered his victims and often times only a torso was found... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip …

Ellen Greenberg was found dead in her locked apartment with 20 stab wounds... was it suicide or murder? Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebo…

On May 11, 2011, six-year-old Timmothy James Pitzen was dropped off at school in Aurora by his father James Pitzen. He was picked up shortly after by his mother, Amy Fry-Pitzen, who took him on a three-day trip to various amusement and water parks. Fry-Pitzen's body was subsequently found in a motel room in the city of Rockford, Ill, having died by…

Thirty-nine soldiers died or went missing in 2020 alone at Fort Hood Army Base in Killeen, TX. What is going on there?? Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more…

We will be taking some time off for the holidays! But in our absence please allow yourself to get hooked and binge Lauren's new show, Massacre on Muriel Court! On October 22. 1966, while most of the town was at the FSU football game or the North Florida fair, three of the five members of the Sims family were massacred in their home at 641 Muriel Co…

Jerry Michael Williams (AKA Mike) went missing on December 16, 2000, when it was said he left his home in Tallahassee, Florida, to go duck hunting. His wife went on to collect his $1.5 million life insurance and marry Mike's best friend and What really happened to Mike Williams? Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus e…

Jerry Michael Williams (AKA Mike) went missing on December 16, 2000, when it was said he left his home in Tallahassee, Florida, to go duck hunting. His wife went on to collect his $1.5 million life insurance and marry Mike's best friend and What really happened to Mike Williams? Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus e…

Jerry Michael Williams (AKA Mike) went missing on December 16, 2000, when it was said he left his home in Tallahassee, Florida, to go duck hunting. His wife went on to collect his $1.5 million life insurance and marry Mike's best friend and What really happened to Mike Williams? Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus e…

Tiffany Daniels disappeared from Pensacola, Florida on August 12, 2013. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Patreon, tip jar and more! Facebook.com/palmahawkmedia Instagram …