There’s Danger Here

The Man who Created the Body Farm

Dr. Bill Bass was a leading anthropologist that found his love for the science after helping identify a woman who had been burned, buried, then exhumed exposing a leaking casket. As time went on his big mistake in time of death lead to the burning question. How to determine time of death. What can we learn from decomposition. Ultimately all roads led to the creation of a body farm. Advancing science to what we know today.
Sources:
Bass, Will; Jefferson, Jon. Death’s Acre. Inside the legendary forensic lab the body farm where the dead to tell tales
https://fac.utk.edu/
https://www.oxfordbibliographies.com/display/document/obo-9780199766567/obo-9780199766567-0166.xml
https://www.knoxnews.com/story/shopper-news/bearden/2018/08/07/body-farm-founder-dr-bill-bass-still-telling-stories-90/896781002/
https://bonezones.com/
https://www.wbir.com/article/features/the-body-farm-how-3-obscure-acres-became-a-world-class-research-center-for-the-science-of-death/51-6a138a63-127b-4c8a-8ed9-9035326d6080
https://www.knoxnews.com/story/shopper-news/farragut/2017/10/05/bone-zone-body-farm-founder-dr-bill-bass-tells-tales-dead/712535001/

Too much Doubt to be Just Reasonable- Cedric Marks

Cedric Marks is condemned to die, affirmed by the state of Texas. His crime that he was convicted of: the double murder of Jenna Scott and Michael Swearingen. 
The prosecution posited that he had the means and opportunity to commit the crime. 
But what about the possibility that he may not have done it. It wouldn't be the first time Texas railroaded the wrong man, going so far as to complete an execution.
Exculpatory Evidence that should've been highlighted:
the injuries of the victims 
the lack of marks on Cedric at arrest 
 Jenna's phone being on after Cedric's arrest 
 the dogs not hitting on the house the pair were murdered in supposedly 
 the fact that his DNA was excluded in all areas tested by police but an unknown male was identified 
 Maya: at the time was never photographed at her arrest
Photographs will be attached to IG and Facebook @theresdangerhere
 

Houska Castle

Built in the 13th Century, this castle is built for unknown reasons. It was built with defenses facing in. The windows were fake and there wasn't even a kitchen or water resources. Many locals believed that it was built to keep demons rising from the depth of hell. That the chapel within the walls was placed directly over a pit in which creatures and demons had come out and plagued the local area. After Nazi's occupied the area, more rumors swirled that paranormal investigation was their purpose within the walls. Nowadays the castle is owned by a family and is open for tours and paranormal investigations are welcome. At your own risk. 
 
Sources:
https://www.history.co.uk/articles/houska-castle-gateway-to-hell
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/houska-castle
https://unusualplaces.org/houska-castle/#:~:text=Approximately%2030%20miles%20north%20of%20Prague,%20a%20mysterious%20castle%20known
https://www.discoveryuk.com/mysteries/the-real-truth-behind-houska-castle/
https://allthatsinteresting.com/houska-castle
https://thisweekinlibraries.com/the-haunting-beauty-of-houska-castle-exploring-its-dark-legends/#:~:text=Houska%20Castle%20is%20a%20place%20shrouded%20in%20%E2%80%8Dmystery%20and%20macabre

"They Had to Die"- Inmate Episode

If you believed your child was in danger, that they were subjected to grooming. What would you do? Confront the person, talk it over, beat them, or kill them. Harley decided that his two best friends needed to die after his 4 year old daughter talked about how Paul treated her. Daniel's offense was simply being there and losing it when Paul is shot.
*This case is based on conversations with an inmate and as such may be subject to false or altered information. *
 
 
Sources:
Harley Boitz personal account
⁠https://www.southernoregonscanner.com/2021/05/update-homicide-investigation-josephine.html⁠
⁠https://www.koin.com/news/crime/grants-pass-man-arrested-in-connection-to-bodies-found-in-charred-car/⁠
⁠https://www.kobi5.com/news/local-news/second-suspect-in-josephine-co-double-homicide-investigation-makes-first-court-appearance-150092/⁠
⁠https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2021/04/grants-pass-man-arrested-in-deaths-of-2-men-found-burned-in-car-in-southern-oregon.html⁠
⁠https://kobi5.com/news/local-news/josephine-county-murder-suspect-held-without-bail-after-making-first-court-appearance-148278/⁠
⁠https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/northwest/man-wanted-for-deaths-of-2-in-burning-car-arrested/⁠
⁠https://oregontoday.net/update-on-josephine-co-homicide-investigation-may-5-2021/⁠
⁠https://ktvl.com/news/local/victims-identified-in-selma-vehicle-fire⁠
⁠https://www.kobi5.com/news/suspect-arrested-in-josephine-county-homicide-investigation-148192/⁠
⁠https://kobi5.com/news/local-news/josephine-county-murder-suspect-held-without-bail-after-making-first-court-appearance-148278/⁠
 

The Boston Marathon Bombers

Some days live in infamy, April 15th, 2013 is one that will live on in the minds of many. Particularly those in Boston Massachusetts. The day that two brothers started 101 hour reign of terror on the Boston and surrounding area. It began with two pressure cooker bombs set off at a historic marathon. Then the callous murder of a police officer, a kidnapping and carjacking, and a shoot-out with police. The elder brother, Tamerlan was killed following the shoot-out, but younger brother Jahaar managed to hide out for hours and hours. 
Still this may not have been Tamerlans first episode of unprovoked violence. Years prior, it is suspected that he completed a triple homicide, killing long-time friend Brendan, roommate Erik and neighbor Raj.  Suspected but never proven. The why's in both cases may never be answered. 
 
Sources:
An American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombers
Zalkind, Susan Clare. 2024. The Waltham Murders

The Cases of Rowan and Georges

A two for one:
The first case is of Rowan Baxter, New Zealand born. Moved to Australia after a short professional life in Rugby. In Australia he established himself as a gym owner, father, and husband. But life isn't as wonderful as it should seem. His wife and kids left him and he does not like not being in control. He finds his ex and ends her life, their children, then in the ultimate act of cowardess he kills himself.
The second case of Georges-Alexandre Sarret was the original acid bath killer. He first starts using a set of sisters in an insurance scam getting the life insurance from older, unhealthy men. But when a partner attempts to increase his cut, Georges takes his life and that of the mans fiance. Still he isn't caught until one of the sisters fakes her death. She skips town but can't resist coming back with her new man. When she returns, she is spotted and immediately tells the police everything about her scam and what Georges was in to. Georges is found guilty of the deaths and ultimately is the last person to be executed via guillotine. 
 
Sources:
Episode 1
Rosewood, Jack. Killer Dads 16 shocking True crime stories of fathers that killed. 2021
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-03-26/qld-hannah-clarke-inquest-murder-domestic-violence/100932094
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-48778156
https://www.news.com.au/national/queensland/courts-law/stepson-of-murdered-mum-hannah-clarke-sues-for-slice-of-36m-estate/news-story/9d8f6f631a8bff97d2db62b572a1af05
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/final-act-of-cowardice-by-hannah-clarkes-ex-husband-rowan-baxter-revealed/KFJQRDBP52PSLMV3D2WGG6OPXQ/
https://au.news.yahoo.com/we-feel-so-guilty-relatives-of-dad-who-murdered-his-wife-and-kids-break-their-silence-064120427.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmluZy5jb20v&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALUXVIfRUqsyWDvCO5Vz-AFmOVhsMoloM0YgCeBvpXw2krkN8gfsWbszX8DMwIhf-2lKFfROzNQLC_6Ft_Vfq3SPcRyppi2oXjOfCKaT17K1W87I2re3lDY5MOhGwvqrVRI0FuAgJ7ho8eWd6bSwebFwfpr9simQOqzUcZAlBLQS
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-03-23/qld-hannah-clarke-inquest-murder-domestic-violence-rowan-baxter/100932096
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-48778156
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-03-25/qld-hannah-clarke-inquest-murder-domestic-violence-abduction/100936280
 
Episode 2
https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/sarret-georges.htm
https://serialkillercalendar.com/Georges-Alexandre%20SARRET.php
https://www.executedtoday.com/2013/04/10/1934-georges-alexandre-sarrejani-vitriolic/
https://alchetron.com/Georges-Alexandre-Sarrejani
https://www.coursesidekick.com/sociology/13543639

The Murder of Laura Ackerson

Laura suffered through an abusive relationship for years. Grant cheated on her openly and beat her into submission. When she finally left, there were two babies involved. A custody battle became heated. Accusations were thrown from both sides. Laura initially only had her two sons on the weekends. But after a psychological review of all parties, there was hope on the horizon. But that was dashed when Grant realized he was fighting a losing battle. Instead of split or lose custody he chose to end the life of their mother. In the end two sons lost both parents. 
 
Sources: 
Fanning, Diane. Bitter Remains. 2016https://www.wral.com/story/woman-convicted-in-wake-county-murder-dismemberment-will-serve-20-years-in-texas/21606235/
https://thecinemaholic.com/laura-ackerson-murder-where-are-amanda-and-grant-hayes-now/#:~:text=At%20Grant%E2%80%99s%20trial%20in%202013,
https://stjohntradewinds.com/jury-finds-grant-hayes-guilty-of-first-degree-murder-sentenced-to-life-in-prison/
https://www.wral.com/story/jury-finds-grant-hayes-guilty-of-ex-girlfriend-s-grisly-murder/12889158/
https://abc11.com/archive/9396161/

Benjamin Foster

Ben Foster was a bartender with the looks. He had a personality that made him likeable to those around him, though was touted as more of an introvert. His relationship started out happily, even convincing more than one to allow him to move in. But the good times never lasted and Ben would begin lashing out physically. He did this and was arrested with two different women before skipping town. Back in Oregon he began again, this time the woman ended up in the ICU, barely surviving the three day attack. After a manhunt, Ben was confronted, in a stand off between himself and police took a turn. Ben decided he couldn't face the world for his violent actions and ended his own life and the manhunt. 
 
Sources:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/benjamin-obadiah-foster-oregon-torture-suspect-seen-grants-pass/
https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/worst-ex-ever-justine-siemens-benjamin-obadiah-foster-now-rcna165559
https://www.forbes.com/sites/monicamercuri/2024/08/29/the-terrifying-true-story-behind-netflixs-worst-ex-ever-what-did-ben-foster-do/
https://apnews.com/article/oregon-grants-pass-crime-law-enforcement-9858ce1798696d7eb06a03a334c7066c
https://heavy.com/news/benjamin-obadiah-foster/
Netflix: 'Worst Ex Ever' Season 1, Episode 1: Dating the Devil

Lights Out

An inmate submission.  
A personal recollection of an experience in segregation. One in which both the guards and he, as an inmate, where humanized to one another. It created laughter and a good joke to be talked about later. 
 
Bonus were his thoughts as life moves on. Advice handed down through the years. 
Enjoy the unique episode, not filled with gore and hate. 

Marcus Wesson and the Fresno murders

Marcus Wesson grew up in a tumultuous home. His religious mother left an imprint that was visible throughout his life. Marcus had a fascination for young girls, marrying a 15 year old in his late 20's. He believed himself to be a vampire and his clan could only grow through his insemination of his own daughters and nieces. He refused to work, yet wanted to reign over his family. When two of his daughters bring in authorities in a bid to get their children, Marcus puts a plan in motion. A plan that he had been grooming his most devoted child to complete. The murder-suicide resulted in the death of nine of his bloodline. Marcus believed there could be no proof of his actions if there were none left to talk. But Marcus didn't understand the proof in DNA and the DNA would ensure he would face justice.
 
 
Sources:
Veysey, N.; Decker, R. 2020. Marcus Wesson. The horrific true story behind Fresno’s worst mass murderer
https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/murder/marcus-wesson-believed-jesus-was-a-vampire-married-6-of-his-daughters-murdered-9-of-his-kids
https://abc30.com/marcus-wesson-mass-murder-children-killed-convicted-murderer/14518182/
https://www.fresno.courts.ca.gov/system/files?file=5-12-04-motion-dismiss-counts.pdf
https://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/photos/family-secrets-marcus-wesson-story-11076409
https://www.crimelibrary.org/notorious_murders/family/marcus_wesson/2.html
Deadliest Mums & Dads, Season 2, Ep 1: A Family Massacre