Today Nancy and Sheryl go deep into the disturbing case of two young Kansas mothers who were kidnapped, bludgeoned to death, and buried in a 10-foot pit on April 17th - the same day one of the victim's children had a birthday. The alleged mastermind is Tiffany Adams, the children's grandmother linked to the "God's Misfits" cult. Five people were arrested, including a man named Paul Grice who has confessed. 
Show Notes:

00:00 Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
01:00 Paul Grice - fifth suspect in Oklahoma murders arrested and charged 
02:00 Watch Merit Plus for Free - https://www.meritplus.com/home
05:00 The 10-foot grave and evidence details 
13:00 M'Naghten rules - defense of insanity 

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/
Connect with Nancy: 
X: @nancygrace
Instagram: @thenancygrace
Facebook: @nancygrace
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4.26.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Fifth God's Misfits Member Charged with Murdering Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelley

Work a cold case alongside investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, Director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. Every week, Sheryl dives into her cold case files alongside accomplished guests to look for clues into unsolved murders, missing people, and more. This ain’t just a podcast but a war room. Sheryl opens her cold case files, her heart and her little black book! You will quickly realize Zone 7 is not a place but a lifestyle!

True crime

In today’s CRU, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum examine the latest developments in the case of Rex Heuermann, the alleged Long Island Serial Killer. New evidence has surfaced linking Heuermann to additional victims, including a detailed playbook that outlines his methods for capturing and disposing of his victims. The hosts discuss the evolution of Heuermann's modus operandi and compare it to other notorious killers like Ted Bundy. 
Show Notes:

(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(0:10) Sheryl gives the latest on the Long Island Serial Killer case 
(1:00) Nancy discusses new evidence 
(3:45) Comparison to Ted Bundy's methods 
(5:20) Speculation on additional burial sites
(8:00) Nancy discusses the sexual pleasure L.I.S.K sought after
(15:00) Impact on Heuermann's family
(19:00) Nancy and Sheryl discuss speculations about the killing process
(22:30) Sheryl reminisces from crime con 2024

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/
Connect with Nancy: 
X: @nancygrace
Instagram: @thenancygrace
Facebook: @nancygrace
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6.7.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Long Island Serial Killer Suspect Charged with Two More Victims

On April 25, 1994, 15-year-old Laralee Spear was abducted, shot, and killed after she stepped off her school bus outside DeLand, FL. Her murder has never been solved. A $50,000 reward is available for the tip that leads detectives to the killer.
Guest Bio and Links:
Detective Cordell LeMay with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, has 14 years of experience, including 11 as a detective. He holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and a professional certificate in profiling from the University of Central Florida. 
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down for a part two series with Detective Cordell Lemay to discuss the unsolved case of Laralee Spear, a 15-year-old high school student from DeLand, Florida, who was tragically murdered in 1994. Detective LeMay details the events of that day, the investigation's progress, and the current focus on finding new leads through DNA evidence. They discuss the importance of community involvement and the $50,000 reward for information leading to the case's resolution.
Call the Major Case Unit at 386-254-1537 or email ColdCaseUnitTips@volusiasheriff.gov if you have any tips on the Laralee Spear case.
Resources:
Who Killed Laralee Spear? 50K Reward and 30 Years Later with Sheriff Michael Chitwood 
Show Notes:

(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
(2:00) Sheryl introduces guest, Cordell Lemay to the listeners 
(3:00) Overview of Laralee Spear's Case
(6:00) The crime scene and initial investigation
(12:30) The search for suspects
(17:30) Community involvement and call to action
(20:30) “The easiest secrets to keep is the secret only one person knows about because you don't got other people that can rat you out. But even if it's just one person, I firmly believe over 30 years somebody had to get this off their chest to somebody.” -C.L
(23:00) Detective LeMay's commitment
(30:25) “Even when a case wasn't mine if I thought I could contribute, whether with my forensics expertise or investigative doggedness. I always found a way to insert myself.” -P.H
Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to iTunes and leave a rating and review! 

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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  
Social Links:


Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum



Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Years After Laralee Spear’s Unsolved Murder A $50,000 Reward Offered

Today, Nancy and Sheryl discuss the tragic case of Madison Brooks, exploring the judicial failings surrounding her death. They discuss the controversial decisions made by Judge Gail Horne Ray, the events leading to Madi's demise, and the broader implications for the justice system. Lastly, Nancy and Sheryl discuss the latest updates in the Kohberger case, specifically surrounding the evidence.  
Show Notes:

(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(4:30) A brief background of the case of Madi Brooks  
(7:00) Judge Gail Horne Ray 
(10:00) Comparisons with other cases
(15:00) Justice for Madi - “The Judge has to go!” 
(18:30) Latest updates on the Kohberger case 
(20:20) Evidence in the Kohberger case - comparison to Alex Murdaugh case
(24:00) The traffic ticket - a pivotal clue  
(27:00) Crime Stories with Nancy Grace - Watch For Free on Merit Street Media 

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/
Connect with Nancy: 
X: @nancygrace
Instagram: @thenancygrace
Facebook: @nancygrace
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5.31.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Madison Brooks and A Critical Examination of Judge Gail Horne Ray

On April 25, 1994, 15-year-old Laralee Spear was abducted, shot, and killed after she stepped off her school bus outside DeLand, FL. Her murder has never been solved. A $50,000 reward is available for the tip that leads detectives to the killer.
Guest Bio and Links:
Sheriff Michael J. Chitwood is a second-generation law enforcement officer with a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management and a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Sheriff Chitwood was elected Sheriff of Volusia County in August 2016 sworn in Jan. 3, 2017, and re-elected without opposition in August 2020.  
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Sheriff Michael Chitwood to cover the unresolved case of Laralee Spear, a young girl brutally murdered in 1994. Sheriff Chitwood details the investigative efforts and ongoing commitment to solving this case, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and modern forensic advancements. 
Call the Major Case Unit at 386-254-1537 or email ColdCaseUnitTips@volusiasheriff.gov if you have any tips on the Laralee Spear case. 
Show Notes:

(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum.  
(0:30) Sheryl introduces Sheriff Michael Chitwood to the listeners
(3:00) The Laralee Spear cold case
(5:30) Initial investigation and findings
(8:00) Details of creating the suspect pool 
(14:00) Role of the original detectives 
(16:30) Challenges in the investigation 
(19:30) $50,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this case
(21:00) Call the Major Case Unit at 386-254-1537 or email ColdCaseUnitTips@volusiasheriff.gov to help
(21:40) “I am not afraid. I got a gun. I want to shoot back. Let's see how much balls you got and come and get me.” -S.M.C
Thanks for listening to another episode! If you love the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! 

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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  
Social Links:

Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

Instagram: @officialzone7podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who Killed Laralee Spear? 50K Reward and 30 Years Later with Sheriff Michael Chitwood

On today’s CRU, Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace discuss the gruesome details regarding the Kansas moms, Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley, whose bodies were found in a chest freezer buried in a cow pasture. They discuss the chilling details, suspect behaviors, and the meticulous investigation that followed.
Show Notes:

(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup with a ‘toast to crown royal’    
(2:00) Crime Stories with Nancy Grace - Watch For Free on Merit Street Media 
(2:50) Latest on Kansas moms - bodies found in a chest freezer 
(7:00) Analysis of suspects' behavior before and after the crime
(11:00) Evidence used is discussed 
(20:30) Possible stereotypes during trial 
(25:00) “That was not hot blood.  They were not angry in the moment about custody of a child. They weren't angry. They were cool, calculated, cold when they dug that hole when they got that freezer chest and put it down in there. To put these two mothers leaving six children behind with a life sentence of life without mommy.”

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/
Connect with Nancy: 
X: @nancygrace
Instagram: @thenancygrace
Facebook: @nancygrace
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4.26.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Fifth God's Misfits Member Charged with Murdering Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelley

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