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True Crime: Watch The Body Cam Footage From The Murdaugh Murder Scene

As the trial of Alex Murdaugh continues to play out live on TV, more information about the murder of his wife and youngest son comes to light. Today, the body cam footage from the crime scene has finally been released to the public. The murders took place on June 7, 2021. Alex, a prominent lawyer, called 911 after coming home and finding the body of his wife, who is rumored to have been interested in filling for divorce, and the body of their youngest son, Paul, a party animal with a mean streak, lying dead by the family’s dog kennels, having been gunned down. It wasn’t long before clues led police to charge Alex. The trial of Alex Murdaugh is currently playing out on live TV. You can watch it on FOX, Roku, or Court TV.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 27, 2023

True Crime Inspired Horror ‘Pig Killer’ Coming Soon

Breaking Glass Pictures has snagged the rights to the true crime-inspired horror film Pig Killer starring Jake Busey (“Stranger Things,” Starship Troopers). The film was inspired by the terrifying true story of the serial killer Robert’ Willy’ Pickton (pictured), the pig farmer and prolific lady killer whose horrific crimes shocked the world. Speaking of shocking, Pig Killer is not for the faint of heart. It graphically depicts the rape, torture, slaughter, and dismemberment of forty-nine young women on a pig farm. With his herculean hog, Balthazar, by his side, Willy and his menagerie of colorful cohorts terrorized Vancouver’s seedy downtown until his arrest, which uncovered a horrific series of brutal murders. The film was written and directed by Chad Ferrin (Night Caller). Busey stars alongside Bai Ling (The Crow), Lew Temple (The Devil’s Rejects), Ginger Lynn Allen (The Devil’s Rejects), Michael Pare (The Lincoln Lawyer), James Russo (Open Range), Cyril O’Reilly (NightMan), Susan Priver (Night Caller), Kurt Bonzel (Parasites), John

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 20, 2023

HBO Max Reveals Premiere Date And Trailer For True Crime Series “Love & Death'”

HBO’s new true crime-inspired limited series, “Love & Death,” is headed your way this March and tells a twisted tale of murder in the Lone Star State. Starring Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons, the series tells the true story of a murder that took place in North Texas in the ’80s. “This riveting drama, written by David E. Kelley and directed by Lesli Linka Glatter, tells the true story of Candy and Pat Montgomery and Betty and Allan Gore – two churchgoing couples enjoying their smalltown Texas life… until an extramarital affair leads somebody to pick up an axe,” according to HBO. Candy Montgomery, who Olsen will play, was a woman from Wylie who is accused of murdering Betty Gore in June 1980, FOX 4 reports. Candy struck Betty, her lover’s wife, 41 times with an ax and was found not guilty after claiming she acted in self-defense. The seven-episode HBO Max Original, “Love & Death,” is set to premiere

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 19, 2023

Hit True Crime Series “Cold Justice” Returns This February With New Season

Oxygen, the destination for high-quality crime programming, returns with new episodes of its highest-rated series “Cold Justice” on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The series, from executive producer Dick Wolf (“Law & Order”) and producers Magical Elves, continues to set the bar as the only series that has helped bring about 22 convictions and 56 arrests! Working alongside local law enforcement, the groundbreaking investigative series follows prosecutor Kelly Siegler and her rotating team of seasoned detectives, Steve Spingola, Tonya Rider, and Abbey Abbondandolo, as they travel to small towns to dig into unsolved homicide cases that have lingered for years without answers or justice for the victims. Bringing fresh eyes, valuable resources, and key experts, Kelly and her team have an unparalleled success rate, and one of the most recent arrests can be seen in this upcoming batch of episodes. The new episodes kick off with a 30-year-old cold case that Kelly has been chasing her entire career.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 25, 2023

New True Crime Series “Death By Fame” And Companion Podcast Coming To ID

Ahead of its premiere this coming Monday, January 23, at 9/8c, Investigation Discovery offers an eerie glimpse into the highly anticipated new true crime series, “Death By Fame.” Today we’ve got a first look at the series, which revisits some of the most tragic crimes in current pop culture history. The network also launched a companion podcast of the same name, hosted by the criminal defense attorney and legal expert Sara Azari, which will venture outside the series to explore different shocking cases that illuminate the dark reality of our cultural obsession with celebrity and the sinister side of fame. With episodes dropping weekly, the “Death by Fame” companion podcast expands upon the premise of the ID series, with Azari exploring the investigations into and court proceedings around notorious celebrity crimes and the Hollywood tragedies that remain shrouded in mystery. In each episode, Azari will be joined by various entertainment reporters, industry insiders, and legal experts who will offer firsthand

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 21, 2023

New Clip From True Crime Series “The Playboy Murders” Identifies A Victim

Like Always, ID remains one of the top spots for true crime. Today we’ve got a new clip from their all-new series “The Playboy Murders,” premiering in just a few days. In the clip, the body of a murder victim Jasmine Fiore is discovered and identified. In “The Playboy Murders,” ID unveils the dark side behind the adult men’s magazine. The six-part anthology series recounts murders and mysteries that intersect with the world of Playboy. and is hosted and executive produced by the most well-known former Playboy Bunny, Holly Madison. ID bares it all with “The Playboy Murders,” revealing tragedies that span decades of the once-iconic brand. In the premiere episode, “Bunny Meets Bachelor,” airing January 23 at 10/9c, after a Playboy party hostess and model is found dead and dismembered in a dumpster, it ignites a tabloid media frenzy. As police investigate her romantic partners, Jasmine Fiore’s husband, a VH1 reality star, heads for the Canadian border. Episodes include

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 20, 2023

Watch The Premiere Of True Crime Series “Floribama Murders” Now

True crime fans can now watch Blumhouse Television’s new series “Floribama Murders” on Oxygen. The series explores hidden dangers and some of the strangest killers ever investigated in the region around the Florida-Alabama border, affectionately known as “Floribama.” This series examines bizarre homicide cases that could only come out of this unique place. Blumhouse Television and Man vs. Robot produce Floribama Murders. Executive producers are Jason Blum, Chris McCumber, and Jeremy Gold for Blumhouse Television; Danny Villa and Sergio Villa for Man vs. Robot; Mary Lisio; James Buddy Day; and Steve Katz. Episodes: * Saturday, January 7: Jackson County Injustice. Investigators from three separate counties along the Floribama border team up with the daughter of a missing Jackson County, Florida, man to uncover how the fireworks at a 4th of July celebration ended in murder. * Saturday, January 17: Clay County Killer The owners of an Alabama country store are brutally murdered in their home, and detectives must sort through

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 18, 2023

Watch The Netflix True Crime Doc ‘The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker’ Now

Netflix continues to feed the addictions of true crime junkies. The latest documentary the streaming giant has released is The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker. The true story of Caleb “Kai” McGillvary, an unhoused nomad who, after saving a woman from a violent attack, became an overnight celebrity sought after by reality TV producers and adoring fans alike — until a murder turned his fame into infamy. Released this week, the documentary directed by Colette Camden features interviews with Alex Aguirre, Stephen Colbert, Bob Ellenport, and more, as well as archive footage. It began with a viral video featuring a hitchhiking man, identified as “Kai” (born September 3, 1988, as Caleb Lawrence McGillvary) from Edmonton, Alberta. It was released on February 2, 2013, by a reporter from a local news station in California. The video went viral and received national attention in the press. On May 16, 2013, McGillivary was charged with the murder of attorney Joseph Galfyandwho was beaten to death.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 13, 2023

True Crime Series “Manifesto Of A Serial Killer” Delves Into A Killer Team This January

Oxygen is kicking off the new year with the premiere of their new season of the true-crime series “Manifesto of a Serial Killer,” which delves into the biggest serial killer case ever to strike California. “When a documentary filmmaker sets out to tell the story of one of the biggest serial killer cases in California history, he uncovers a terrifying tale that begins in 1984 with the disappearance of San Francisco resident Paul Cosner. As investigators search for Cosner, they discover Leonard Lake’s cabin, where among buried human remains, they find Lake’s recorded manifesto. When Lake’s accomplice, Charles Ng, flees the country, a manhunt ensues, and the fight for justice begins.” The twisted serial killer team of Leonard Lake and Charles NG raped, tortured, and murdered between 11 and 25 victims at Lake’s remote cabin located near the town of Wilseyville, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills, located 150 miles east of San Francisco. Both men were discharged from the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 27, 2022

AMC Streaming Networks January 2023 Premieres

This January, AMC Networks will feature the highly anticipated new series “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches“ across all live of its linear networks with BBC AMERICA, IFC, SundanceTV, and WEtv joining AMC and AMC+ for a world premiere event on Sunday, January 8 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Also next month, the long-awaited debut of BBC America’s Frozen Planet II, the long-awaited follow-up to the landmark series, debuts on Saturday, January 28. These series premieres join an extensive catalog of compelling dramas, beloved franchises, highly anticipated films, and timely collections on AMC+, Acorn TV, ALLBLK, IFC Films Unlimited, Shudder and Sundance Now, and anime-focused HIDIVE, all month long. On ACORN TV: Under the Vines Season 2 Premieres Monday, January 23 (Episodes 1-2); Two Episodes Premiere Every Monday Through February 6 This charming romantic comedy-drama returns with Sydney socialite Daisy Monroe (Rebecca Gibney, Wanted) and ex-London lawyer Louis Oakley (Charles Edwards, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power) trying to run

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 23, 2022

More from True Crime

True Crime: Watch The Body Cam Footage From The Murdaugh Murder Scene

As the trial of Alex Murdaugh continues to play out live on TV, more information about the murder of his wife and youngest son comes to light. Today, the body cam footage from the crime scene has finally been released to the public. The murders took place on June 7, 2021. Alex, a prominent lawyer, called 911 after coming home and finding the body of his wife, who is rumored to have been interested in filling for divorce, and the body of their youngest son, Paul, a party animal with a mean streak, lying dead by the family’s dog kennels, having been gunned down. It wasn’t long before clues led police to charge Alex. The trial of Alex Murdaugh is currently playing out on live TV. You can watch it on FOX, Roku, or Court TV.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 27, 2023

True Crime Inspired Horror ‘Pig Killer’ Coming Soon

Breaking Glass Pictures has snagged the rights to the true crime-inspired horror film Pig Killer starring Jake Busey (“Stranger Things,” Starship Troopers). The film was inspired by the terrifying true story of the serial killer Robert’ Willy’ Pickton (pictured), the pig farmer and prolific lady killer whose horrific crimes shocked the world. Speaking of shocking, Pig Killer is not for the faint of heart. It graphically depicts the rape, torture, slaughter, and dismemberment of forty-nine young women on a pig farm. With his herculean hog, Balthazar, by his side, Willy and his menagerie of colorful cohorts terrorized Vancouver’s seedy downtown until his arrest, which uncovered a horrific series of brutal murders. The film was written and directed by Chad Ferrin (Night Caller). Busey stars alongside Bai Ling (The Crow), Lew Temple (The Devil’s Rejects), Ginger Lynn Allen (The Devil’s Rejects), Michael Pare (The Lincoln Lawyer), James Russo (Open Range), Cyril O’Reilly (NightMan), Susan Priver (Night Caller), Kurt Bonzel (Parasites), John

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 20, 2023

HBO Max Reveals Premiere Date And Trailer For True Crime Series “Love & Death'”

HBO’s new true crime-inspired limited series, “Love & Death,” is headed your way this March and tells a twisted tale of murder in the Lone Star State. Starring Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons, the series tells the true story of a murder that took place in North Texas in the ’80s. “This riveting drama, written by David E. Kelley and directed by Lesli Linka Glatter, tells the true story of Candy and Pat Montgomery and Betty and Allan Gore – two churchgoing couples enjoying their smalltown Texas life… until an extramarital affair leads somebody to pick up an axe,” according to HBO. Candy Montgomery, who Olsen will play, was a woman from Wylie who is accused of murdering Betty Gore in June 1980, FOX 4 reports. Candy struck Betty, her lover’s wife, 41 times with an ax and was found not guilty after claiming she acted in self-defense. The seven-episode HBO Max Original, “Love & Death,” is set to premiere

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 19, 2023

Hit True Crime Series “Cold Justice” Returns This February With New Season

Oxygen, the destination for high-quality crime programming, returns with new episodes of its highest-rated series “Cold Justice” on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The series, from executive producer Dick Wolf (“Law & Order”) and producers Magical Elves, continues to set the bar as the only series that has helped bring about 22 convictions and 56 arrests! Working alongside local law enforcement, the groundbreaking investigative series follows prosecutor Kelly Siegler and her rotating team of seasoned detectives, Steve Spingola, Tonya Rider, and Abbey Abbondandolo, as they travel to small towns to dig into unsolved homicide cases that have lingered for years without answers or justice for the victims. Bringing fresh eyes, valuable resources, and key experts, Kelly and her team have an unparalleled success rate, and one of the most recent arrests can be seen in this upcoming batch of episodes. The new episodes kick off with a 30-year-old cold case that Kelly has been chasing her entire career.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 25, 2023

New True Crime Series “Death By Fame” And Companion Podcast Coming To ID

Ahead of its premiere this coming Monday, January 23, at 9/8c, Investigation Discovery offers an eerie glimpse into the highly anticipated new true crime series, “Death By Fame.” Today we’ve got a first look at the series, which revisits some of the most tragic crimes in current pop culture history. The network also launched a companion podcast of the same name, hosted by the criminal defense attorney and legal expert Sara Azari, which will venture outside the series to explore different shocking cases that illuminate the dark reality of our cultural obsession with celebrity and the sinister side of fame. With episodes dropping weekly, the “Death by Fame” companion podcast expands upon the premise of the ID series, with Azari exploring the investigations into and court proceedings around notorious celebrity crimes and the Hollywood tragedies that remain shrouded in mystery. In each episode, Azari will be joined by various entertainment reporters, industry insiders, and legal experts who will offer firsthand

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 21, 2023

New Clip From True Crime Series “The Playboy Murders” Identifies A Victim

Like Always, ID remains one of the top spots for true crime. Today we’ve got a new clip from their all-new series “The Playboy Murders,” premiering in just a few days. In the clip, the body of a murder victim Jasmine Fiore is discovered and identified. In “The Playboy Murders,” ID unveils the dark side behind the adult men’s magazine. The six-part anthology series recounts murders and mysteries that intersect with the world of Playboy. and is hosted and executive produced by the most well-known former Playboy Bunny, Holly Madison. ID bares it all with “The Playboy Murders,” revealing tragedies that span decades of the once-iconic brand. In the premiere episode, “Bunny Meets Bachelor,” airing January 23 at 10/9c, after a Playboy party hostess and model is found dead and dismembered in a dumpster, it ignites a tabloid media frenzy. As police investigate her romantic partners, Jasmine Fiore’s husband, a VH1 reality star, heads for the Canadian border. Episodes include

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 20, 2023

Watch The Premiere Of True Crime Series “Floribama Murders” Now

True crime fans can now watch Blumhouse Television’s new series “Floribama Murders” on Oxygen. The series explores hidden dangers and some of the strangest killers ever investigated in the region around the Florida-Alabama border, affectionately known as “Floribama.” This series examines bizarre homicide cases that could only come out of this unique place. Blumhouse Television and Man vs. Robot produce Floribama Murders. Executive producers are Jason Blum, Chris McCumber, and Jeremy Gold for Blumhouse Television; Danny Villa and Sergio Villa for Man vs. Robot; Mary Lisio; James Buddy Day; and Steve Katz. Episodes: * Saturday, January 7: Jackson County Injustice. Investigators from three separate counties along the Floribama border team up with the daughter of a missing Jackson County, Florida, man to uncover how the fireworks at a 4th of July celebration ended in murder. * Saturday, January 17: Clay County Killer The owners of an Alabama country store are brutally murdered in their home, and detectives must sort through

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 18, 2023

Watch The Netflix True Crime Doc ‘The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker’ Now

Netflix continues to feed the addictions of true crime junkies. The latest documentary the streaming giant has released is The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker. The true story of Caleb “Kai” McGillvary, an unhoused nomad who, after saving a woman from a violent attack, became an overnight celebrity sought after by reality TV producers and adoring fans alike — until a murder turned his fame into infamy. Released this week, the documentary directed by Colette Camden features interviews with Alex Aguirre, Stephen Colbert, Bob Ellenport, and more, as well as archive footage. It began with a viral video featuring a hitchhiking man, identified as “Kai” (born September 3, 1988, as Caleb Lawrence McGillvary) from Edmonton, Alberta. It was released on February 2, 2013, by a reporter from a local news station in California. The video went viral and received national attention in the press. On May 16, 2013, McGillivary was charged with the murder of attorney Joseph Galfyandwho was beaten to death.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 13, 2023

True Crime Series “Manifesto Of A Serial Killer” Delves Into A Killer Team This January

Oxygen is kicking off the new year with the premiere of their new season of the true-crime series “Manifesto of a Serial Killer,” which delves into the biggest serial killer case ever to strike California. “When a documentary filmmaker sets out to tell the story of one of the biggest serial killer cases in California history, he uncovers a terrifying tale that begins in 1984 with the disappearance of San Francisco resident Paul Cosner. As investigators search for Cosner, they discover Leonard Lake’s cabin, where among buried human remains, they find Lake’s recorded manifesto. When Lake’s accomplice, Charles Ng, flees the country, a manhunt ensues, and the fight for justice begins.” The twisted serial killer team of Leonard Lake and Charles NG raped, tortured, and murdered between 11 and 25 victims at Lake’s remote cabin located near the town of Wilseyville, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills, located 150 miles east of San Francisco. Both men were discharged from the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 27, 2022

AMC Streaming Networks January 2023 Premieres

This January, AMC Networks will feature the highly anticipated new series “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches“ across all live of its linear networks with BBC AMERICA, IFC, SundanceTV, and WEtv joining AMC and AMC+ for a world premiere event on Sunday, January 8 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Also next month, the long-awaited debut of BBC America’s Frozen Planet II, the long-awaited follow-up to the landmark series, debuts on Saturday, January 28. These series premieres join an extensive catalog of compelling dramas, beloved franchises, highly anticipated films, and timely collections on AMC+, Acorn TV, ALLBLK, IFC Films Unlimited, Shudder and Sundance Now, and anime-focused HIDIVE, all month long. On ACORN TV: Under the Vines Season 2 Premieres Monday, January 23 (Episodes 1-2); Two Episodes Premiere Every Monday Through February 6 This charming romantic comedy-drama returns with Sydney socialite Daisy Monroe (Rebecca Gibney, Wanted) and ex-London lawyer Louis Oakley (Charles Edwards, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power) trying to run

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 23, 2022
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