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Hidden Killers | DOUBLE EPISODE | The New Detectives

The New Detectives・62 minutes read

Investigators in Montana, Tennessee, and Ohio solve murders through forensic evidence, circumstantial clues, and confessions, leading to convictions of all suspects in each case.

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Forensic examiners play a crucial role in uncovering evidence beyond the obvious in well-executed homicides, aiding in the identification and conviction of perpetrators.
Despite initial suspicions and elaborate cover-ups, meticulous forensic analyses and investigative work ultimately lead to the successful prosecution of murderers, highlighting the significance of thorough scrutiny in criminal cases.

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Recent questions

How did investigators solve Susan Galloway's murder?
Craig Smith confessed to killing Susan Galloway.
What was the cause of Lenora Robinson's mysterious death?
Lenora Robinson died from cyanide poisoning.
How was Jack McCrady linked to his wife's murder?
Soil samples from the grave site linked Jack McCrady to the murder.
What led to Jim's conviction for Donna Bley's poisoning?
Donna's hair analysis revealed a gradual increase in arsenic levels over time.
How was Robert A implicated in Janet's murder?
Forensic evidence, including blood spatter patterns, led to Robert A's conviction.

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Summary

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Murder investigations unravel mysteries in multiple states.

A murdered woman is found in Montana, stuffed in her car trunk with little evidence, leading investigators to struggle to catch her killer.
In Tennessee, a seemingly healthy 33-year-old woman dies in her sleep, prompting police to determine if her death was natural or murder.
In Ohio, a woman abandons her family, but an investigation reveals her disappearance may not have been intentional.
Forensic examiners look beyond the obvious in well-executed homicides to find proof of the killer's guilt.
Great Falls, Montana, surrounded by mountains, becomes the scene of a murder investigation after a woman's ID cards are found near a river.
Susan Galloway, missing, is found dead in her car trunk, leading to a murder investigation.
Craig Smith, Susan's fiancé, becomes a suspect after inconsistencies in his story and evidence linking him to the crime scene.
Soil analysis from Smith's shoes reveals evidence tying him to the murder site, leading to his confession of killing Susan.
Craig Smith is convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to 100 years in prison for killing Susan Galloway.
In Tennessee, detectives investigate the mysterious death of Lenora Robinson, who died from flu-like symptoms, leading to an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

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"Lenora's Cyanide Death: Husband Arrested"

Black residue found on pillow next to Lenora's mouth indicated something had come out of her body.
Internal examination revealed heart condition and congested lungs, suggesting natural causes of death.
Detective Bernard detected bitter almond smell associated with cyanide poisoning from Lenora's body.
Toxicology tests on Gatorade near Lenora's bed were negative for poison.
Blood and urine samples tested positive for cyanide, indicating inhalation rather than ingestion.
Terry Robinson, Lenora's husband, was suspected due to financial problems and marital issues.
Terry had worked as an exterminator and had access to deadly poisons.
Police found common household items in Terry's garage that could have been used to create cyanide vapor.
Former employer confirmed Terry's familiarity with cyanide and its use in extermination.
Terry Robinson was arrested and charged with first-degree murder based on circumstantial evidence and cyanide tablets provided by Lenora's great uncle.

44:44

Murder Investigation Uncovers Shocking Truth

Michelle Yzo found that carpet fibers from the McCrady home matched those from the victim's bedding, indicating the murder occurred there.
Despite evidence pointing to the victim's murder in her home, the perpetrator remained unidentified.
Jack McCrady's attempt to tamper with the gun barrel hindered ballistic comparisons.
Richard Bisbing compared soil samples from the grave site and McCrady's shovel, linking the soil to the grave site.
The soil from the shovel was similar to that of the grave site, leading to Jack McCrady's arrest for his wife's murder.
Jack McCrady was convicted of first-degree murder for shooting his wife, Jennifer, and altering his gun barrel.
Donna Bley, a teacher, collapsed in class, leading to a diagnosis of arsenic poisoning.
Donna's high arsenic levels indicated poisoning, prompting a police investigation.
Detective Grimmel found a life insurance policy on Donna and financial motives for her poisoning.
Despite Donna's inability to speak, Detective Grimmel communicated with her using an alphabet board to uncover crucial information.

01:05:36

"Spousal poisoning leads to life sentence"

Donna expressed fear that her husband, Jim, was involved in her poisoning
Donna recalled a peculiar incident involving pink residue in a glass of milk given by Jim
Jim was suspected due to Donna's increased life insurance and his visits to her in the hospital
Donna's hair sample was tested to establish a timeline of arsenic poisoning
Jim's gym bag containing women's lingerie, escort service ads, and love notes raised suspicions
Donna's hair analysis revealed a gradual increase in arsenic levels over time
Despite intense questioning, Jim denied trying to kill Donna but eventually confessed to poisoning her
Jim's motive was to make Donna sick to spend more time with her, not to kill her
Jim was found guilty of attempted murder through poisoning and sentenced to life in prison
Detectives in Columbus, Ohio, investigated a suspected suicide of Janet, ultimately uncovering foul play

01:24:28

Forensic Evidence Leads to Murder Conviction

Gun and other evidence collected from the room; flashlight found on the dresser.
Janet's body taken to the coroner's office for examination.
Medical examiner swabbed victim's hands, took blood samples for toxicology screening, and x-rayed her head to determine bullet path.
Physical evidence suggested self-inflicted injury, but seasoned investigators doubted suicide.
Janet's parents mentioned she was fine and looking forward to a business trip, contradicting suicide theory.
Janet had plans to divorce her husband, who was the prime suspect in her murder.
Forensic evidence, including blood spatter patterns, led to Robert A's conviction for Janet's murder.

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