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Tom Brown /// Part 3 /// 966Part 3 of 5  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com The disappearance of 18-year-old Thomas Kelly Brown in Canadian, Texas, remains one of the state's most polarizing unresolved true crime mysteries. To those who knew and loved him, Tom was a well-liked high school senior and student body president. Tom vanished on November 23rd, 2016—after hanging out with friends. Tom was last seen at approximately 11:30 p.m. His cell phone logged activity on and off until approximately midnight. The young man’s disappearance led to conflicting findings and a town fiercely divided. Despite multiple multi-agency investigations, the case remains unsolved. Beer of the Week - DDH Ghost in the Machine by Parish Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when y

Tom Brown /// Part 2 /// 965Part 2 of 5  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com The disappearance of 18-year-old Thomas Kelly Brown in Canadian, Texas, remains one of the state's most polarizing unresolved true crime mysteries. To those who knew and loved him, Tom was a well-liked high school senior and student body president. Tom vanished on November 23rd, 2016—after hanging out with friends. Tom was last seen at approximately 11:30 p.m. His cell phone logged activity on and off until approximately midnight. The young man’s disappearance led to conflicting findings and a town fiercely divided. Despite multiple multi-agency investigations, the case remains unsolved. Beer of the Week - DDH Ghost in the Machine by Parish Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when y

Tom Brown /// Part 1 /// 964Part 1 of 5  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com The disappearance of 18-year-old Thomas Kelly Brown in Canadian, Texas, remains one of the state's most polarizing unresolved true crime mysteries. To those who knew and loved him, Tom was a well-liked high school senior and student body president. Tom vanished on November 23rd, 2016—after hanging out with friends. Tom was last seen at approximately 11:30 p.m. His cell phone logged activity on and off until approximately midnight. The young man’s disappearance led to conflicting findings and a town fiercely divided. Despite multiple multi-agency investigations, the case remains unsolved. Beer of the Week - DDH Ghost in the Machine by Parish Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you si

Another Killer Halloween ////// 963Part 1 of 1www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Welcome into the terrifying Garage of horrors. It’s an old and dark structure filled with stories of murder and mayhem. This week we explore Serial Killer Halloween letters and a Trick or Treat homicide. So play it safe and don’t open your door or the mailbox this Halloween.

She Deserved to Live ///// 962 Part 1 of 1  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com 24 year old Brooke Strattan of Madison, Wisconsin was reported missing by her family on October 1, 2024. She was last seen walking with a man, believed to be her estranged boyfriend the morning after a party. The Madison Police Department reached out to the public for assistance. They had video footage of Brooke. They requested help locating her, identifying the man she was walking with, and requesting any additional video evidence of Brooke walking.  October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month. DVAwareness.org This year’s theme is “With Survivors, Always”If you or someone you know needs help, a great resource is the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text “START” to 88788 for free, confidential, 24/7 support. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.  Beer of the Week - GuinnessGarage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5  

The Zodiac /// Part 5 Part 5 of 5 A killer’s letters. Cryptic threats. Questions that endure decades later.In the final installment of our Zodiac series, Mike Morford from the Criminology podcast joins us in the Garage to examine Zodiac’s communications with attorney Melvin Belli and the unsolved murder of Cheri Jo Bates—a case long debated for its possible connection to Zodiac.Drawing on Mike’s extensive knowledge, we dig into the evidence, weigh the suspects, and explore the “what ifs” surrounding one of America’s most infamous unidentified serial killers.Grab a chair and join us in the Garage.www.TrueCrimeGarage.comBeer of the Week: Sip N’ Go Naked by Tamarack Brewing CompanyGarage Grade: 4.5 out of 5 bottle caps Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Zodiac /// Part 4  Part 4 of 5 A killer without a name. Letters filled with threats. Ciphers that challenged police and the public.In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Zodiac terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area and demanded attention through chilling communications with the press and police. His identity remains one of true crime’s most debated mysteries.The 2018 arrest of Golden State Killer Joseph DeAngelo renewed hope that even decades-old cases could yield answers. Could investigators finally unmask the Zodiac?Join Nic and the Captain in the Garage as we trace the timeline of Zodiac’s confirmed attacks, examine the evidence, and offer our speculation and insights along the way.Grab a chair. The investigation starts here.www.TrueCrimeGarage.comBeer of the Week: Sip N’ Go Naked by Tamarack Brewing CompanyGarage Grade: 4.5 out of 5 bottle caps Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Zodiac /// Part 3Part 3 of 5A killer without a name. Letters filled with threats. Ciphers that challenged police and the public.In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Zodiac terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area and demanded attention through chilling communications with the press and police. His identity remains one of true crime’s most debated mysteries.The 2018 arrest of Golden State Killer Joseph DeAngelo renewed hope that even decades-old cases could yield answers. Could investigators finally unmask the Zodiac?Join Nic and the Captain in the Garage as we trace the timeline of Zodiac’s confirmed attacks, examine the evidence, and offer our speculation and insights along the way.Grab a chair. The investigation starts here.www.TrueCrimeGarage.comBeer of the Week: Sip N’ Go Naked by Tamarack Brewing CompanyGarage Grade: 4.5 out of 5 bottle caps Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Zodiac /// Part 2 Part 2 of 5 A killer without a name. Letters filled with threats. Ciphers that challenged police and the public.In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Zodiac terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area and demanded attention through chilling communications with the press and police. His identity remains one of true crime’s most debated mysteries.The 2018 arrest of Golden State Killer Joseph DeAngelo renewed hope that even decades-old cases could yield answers. Could investigators finally unmask the Zodiac?Join Nic and the Captain in the Garage as we trace the timeline of Zodiac’s confirmed attacks, examine the evidence, and offer our speculation and insights along the way.Grab a chair. The investigation starts here.www.TrueCrimeGarage.comBeer of the Week: Sip N’ Go Naked by Tamarack Brewing CompanyGarage Grade: 4.5 out of 5 bottle caps Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Zodiac /// Part 1  Part 1 of 5 A killer without a name. Letters filled with threats. Ciphers that challenged police and the public.In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Zodiac terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area and demanded attention through chilling communications with the press and police. His identity remains one of true crime’s most debated mysteries.The 2018 arrest of Golden State Killer Joseph DeAngelo renewed hope that even decades-old cases could yield answers. Could investigators finally unmask the Zodiac?Join Nic and the Captain in the Garage as we trace the timeline of Zodiac’s confirmed attacks, examine the evidence, and offer our speculation and insights along the way.Grab a chair. The investigation starts here.www.TrueCrimeGarage.comBeer of the Week: Sip N’ Go Naked by Tamarack Brewing CompanyGarage Grade: 4.5 out of 5 bottle caps Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Zodiac Killer? /// Part 2 /// 961Part 2 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com The Zodiac Killer remains officially unidentified, making his string of crimes one of the most infamous cold cases in American history. Operating primarily in Northern California between 1968 and 1969, the killer came to symbolize a unique brand of public terror. The Zodiac operated with an almost supernatural ability to evade capture. So who is the Zodiac Killer?  This week Eddie McNamara joins Nic in the Garage to discuss his new book that revives an old Zodiac theory. The book is titled Zodiactually: the real story of a fake serial killer. The book is a fantastic read and the Garage conversation about one of America most intriguing serial cases is equally fascinating.  Recommended Reading - Zodiactually: the real story of a fake serial killer by Eddie McNamara is available now. More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch doz

The Zodiac Killer? /// Part 1 /// 960 Part 1 of 2  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com The Zodiac Killer remains officially unidentified, making his string of crimes one of the most infamous cold cases in American history. Operating primarily in Northern California between 1968 and 1969, the killer came to symbolize a unique brand of public terror. The Zodiac operated with an almost supernatural ability to evade capture. So who is the Zodiac Killer?  This week Eddie McNamara joins Nic in the Garage to discuss his new book that revives an old Zodiac theory. The book is titled Zodiactually: the real story of a fake serial killer. The book is a fantastic read and the Garage conversation about one of America most intriguing serial cases is equally fascinating.  Recommended Reading - Zodiactually: the real story of a fake serial killer by Eddie McNamara is available now. More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch do

Babes in the Wood Murders /// Chapter 4Chapter 4 /// Double Jeopardy www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Babes in the Wood Murders - Chapter 4 /// Double JeopardyAlmost eight years to the night that Margaret Frame disappeared and later was found killed in a park in Brighton, the terror climbed to a new level. This time it was the disappearance of two little girls, best friends who were playing together in a park in Brighton. On the evening of October 9, 1986, two nine-year-old girls, Nicola Fellows and Karen Hadaway failed to return home. The girls were last spotted playing together in Wild Park shortly before twilight. Both of the girls were afraid of the dark. A large search for the two commenced that evening around dinner time and continued into the night. A large park with foggy, pitch black conditions proved to be extremely difficult. As it turns out, everything about this case will prove to be extremely difficult.  Beer of the Week - Roller Blabe Imperial/ Double IPA from Hoof Hearted BrewingGar

Babes in the Wood Murders /// Chapter 3Chapter 3 /// The Search  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Babes in the Wood Murders - Chapter 3 /// The Search Almost eight years to the night that Margaret Frame disappeared and later was found killed in a park in Brighton, the terror climbed to a new level. This time it was the disappearance of two little girls, best friends who were playing together in a park in Brighton. On the evening of October 9, 1986, two nine-year-old girls, Nicola Fellows and Karen Hadaway failed to return home. The girls were last spotted playing together in Wild Park shortly before twilight. Both of the girls were afraid of the dark. A large search for the two commenced that evening around dinner time and continued into the night. A large park with foggy, pitch black conditions proved to be extremely difficult. As it turns out, everything about this case will prove to be extremely difficult.  Beer of the Week - Roller Blabe Imperial/ Double IPA from Hoof Hearted BrewingG

Babes in the Wood Murders /// Chapter 2 Chapter 2 /// The Murder of Margaret Frame  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Babes in the Wood Murders - Chapter 2 /// The Murder of Margaret Frame In the late 1970s sexual assault attacks were on the rise in Brighton, England. London saw a very similar uptick in crimes against women and child as well. By the autumn of 1978, Brighton and the wider Sussex area were already gripped by fear. Reports in the press asked how many potential sex attackers might be prowling the streets of Sussex during the long, dark nights of that coming winter. Violence against women, sexual assaults, attacks after dark had become urgent public concerns. Then Margaret Frame went missing walking home through Stanmer Park after a work shift. The same day that her remains were found another women nearby, Ann Dubeau was stabbed to death in the kitchen of her home.  Beer of the Week - King Julius by Tree House Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and 3 quart

Babes in the Wood Murders /// Chapter 1 Chapter 1 /// The Darkening of Brighton  www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Babes in the Wood Murders - Chapter 1 /// The Darkening of BrightonIn the late 1970s sexual assault attacks were on the rise in Brighton, England. London saw a very similar uptick in crimes against women and child as well. By the autumn of 1978, Brighton and the wider Sussex area were already gripped by fear. Reports in the press asked how many potential sex attackers might be prowling the streets of Sussex during the long, dark nights of that coming winter. Violence against women, sexual assaults, attacks after dark had become urgent public concerns. Then Margaret Frame went missing walking home through Stanmer Park after a work shift. The same day that her remains were found another women nearby, Ann Dubeau was stabbed to death in the kitchen of her home.  Beer of the Week - King Julius by Tree House Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 4 and 3 quarter bottle caps ou

Interstate Strangler /// Part 2 /// 955Part 2 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com This week in the Garage we explore one of the most unsettling unsolved murder investigations in Indiana and Ohio history - the case of the unidentified killer known as the I-70 Strangler. The killings took place across Indiana and Ohio between 1980 and 1991. During that span, at least 12 men and boys were murdered. The exact number of victims remains uncertain.  Beer of the Week - Rusty Husky Amber Ale from Bancroft Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 3 and a half bottle caps out of 5  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  True Crime Garage merchandise is available on our website’s store page.   Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain&nb

Interstate Strangler /// Part 1 /// 954Part 1 of 2 www.TrueCrimeGarage.com This week in the Garage we explore one of the most unsettling unsolved murder investigations in Indiana and Ohio history - the case of the unidentified killer known as the I-70 Strangler. The killings took place across Indiana and Ohio between 1980 and 1991. During that span, at least 12 men and boys were murdered. The exact number of victims remains uncertain.  Beer of the Week - Rusty Husky Amber Ale from Bancroft Brewing CompanyGarage Grade - 3 and a half bottle caps out of 5  More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions with our show - Off The Record.  Catch dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 when you sign up today.  True Crime Garage merchandise is available on our website’s store page.   Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain&nb

Tracy Harkness ////// Part 4 of 4  Friday, November 6, 1992 was a horrifying day that forever changed the lives of everyone who knew and loved 24 year old Tracy Renee Harkness.  Tracy was found beaten to death in her apartment that she shared with her 18 month old daughter.  There were no signs of forced entry and police ruled out burglary as a motive. Investigators said the attack on Tracy was a crime a passion.  Thirty years have passed since the murder and now Tracy’s family and the Grove City Police Department are hoping that new technology and DNA testing will lead to an arrest.  If you know who killed Tracy Renee Harkness call the Grove City Police department at 614.277.1710 OR to submit a tip and remain anonymous call 614.645-TIPS OR you can Email our show by going to our website www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Beer of the Week - Eternal Autumn by Track Seven Brewing Company Garage Grade - 5 out of 5 bottle caps More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon an

Tracy Harkness ////// Part 3 of 4  Friday, November 6, 1992 was a horrifying day that forever changed the lives of everyone who knew and loved 24 year old Tracy Renee Harkness.  Tracy was found beaten to death in her apartment that she shared with her 18 month old daughter.  There were no signs of forced entry and police ruled out burglary as a motive. Investigators said the attack on Tracy was a crime a passion.  Thirty years have passed since the murder and now Tracy’s family and the Grove City Police Department are hoping that new technology and DNA testing will lead to an arrest.  If you know who killed Tracy Renee Harkness call the Grove City Police department at 614.277.1710 OR to submit a tip and remain anonymous call 614.645-TIPS OR you can Email our show by going to our website www.TrueCrimeGarage.com Beer of the Week - Eternal Autumn by Track Seven Brewing Company Garage Grade - 5 out of 5 bottle caps More True Crime Garage can be found on Patreon an