*The names in this case discussion have been changed to protect the investigation's integrity.

Guest Bio and Links:

Clay Bryant is a retired chief of police, author, and cold case expert with decades of experience in law enforcement. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Clay has solved numerous high-profile cases, bringing closure to families and communities. 

Clay is the author of three books:

The Cold Case Murder of Fred Wilkerson: Untangling the Black Widow's Web in West Georgia

Solving the West Georgia Murder of Gwendolyn Moore: A Cry From the Well

Solving the Murder of Vieng Phovixay: Evil Dwells in West Georgia (True Crime)

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum and returning guest, Clay Bryant dive into the gruesome case of a victim, whose dismembered body was found in a burning black bag in December 2007. Clay uncovers the investigation's unique challenges, including the victim's posthumous identity theft perpetrated by the suspect, who assumed her benefits and life. The victim’s identity remained a mystery until 2023 when advances in DNA technology and ancestry databases provided a breakthrough.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
• (0:15) A brief background of the case discussed  
• (0:35) Sheryl introduces guest, Clay Bryant back to Zone 7
• (3:30) Identifying the victim
• (5:00) The adoption connection 
• (7:00) Identity theft and fraud 
• (8:00) Tracking the imposter/suspect 
• (16:30) Evidence of dismemberment in the apartment
• (19:00) Arrest made on the suspect 
• (21:00) Ongoing investigations and collaborations
• (29:30) “Crime is common. Logic is rare. Therefore, it's upon the logic rather than the crime that you should dwell.” -A.C.D
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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: [email protected]
• Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
• Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

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Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum critique the developments of the Laken Riley murder trial in Athens, Georgia. Nancy and Sheryl focus on the defense's controversial decision to opt for a bench trial rather than a jury trial. They cover the prosecution's compelling evidence, including DNA and video footage, emotional testimonies, and a 911 call capturing the victim's final moments. They also dive into the implications of pre-existing knowledge that a judge would have versus a jury, the emotional toll on the victim's family, and the broader political and social issues at play.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
• (0:10) Sheryl introduces The Laken Riley trial 
• (0:25) The decision for a bench trial 
• (3:00) Prosecution's emotional opening statements
• (4:30) Evidence breakdown: DNA, fingerprints, and surveillance footage 
• (11:30) Prosecution's strong case
• (12:45) Defense lawyer’s strategy in questioning the evidence 
• (14:00) The defense’s claim of “circumstantial” evidence 
• (18:00) Final thoughts  

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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: [email protected]

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lawsuit was filed accusing country music singer Garth Brooks of alleged sexual assault and battery. Brooks denied it and said he filed his lawsuit against the plaintiff for "extortion and defamation of character."

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by Jack Fox to analyze the statement by Garth Brooks regarding recent sexual assault allegations. Jack, dissects the language used in Brooks' statements, focusing on symbolic references, indirect denials, and emotionally charged language. Sheryl and Jack touch on themes of fame, the perception of truth, and how celebrities handle public scrutiny. Jack also discusses the victim's allegations, highlighting language that suggests familiarity and potential consent. Lastly, Sheryl breaks down why sexual assault cases are often challenging to investigate and stresses the need for objective analysis without assuming guilt or innocence.

Jack Fox is a seasoned statement analysis expert with a background in media. Having transitioned from shaping narratives to unraveling them, Jack has worked with law enforcement, private investigators, and professionals across various industries. He has developed a comprehensive system for analyzing language and identifying deception, which he shares on his channel, Never a Truer Word.

Listeners can learn more about Jack Fox at his website, and on X @truer_word

Previous Episodes with Jack Fox: 

Detecting Deception | Analyzing the Colt Gray Case with Jack Fox  

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
• (0:30) Sheryl introduces Jack Fox back to Zone 7 to dissect Garth Brooks’ statement analysis 
• (2:10) Key observations and inconsistencies in Garth Brooks’ statements
• (4:00) Jack Fox on the absence of direct denial in Brooks' statements
• (8:30) The order of priorities within the statement
• (11:30) ‘Jane Doe's’ allegations
• (13:00) The role of emotions in statements
• (15:30) Dissecting the allegations
• (20:30) The hurdles for law enforcement 
• (23:45) Fox discusses the power dynamics in employer-employee relationships at play 
• (24:00) The Trisha Yearwood threesome allegation and its implications
• (27:00) The concept of the liar's number
• (32:00) The role of money, power, and the accessibility to “break the rules”
• (37:00) The complexity of sexual assault cases
• (40:00) Potential fallout and future implications
• (42:30) “When we got married almost 10 years ago now, we made a commitment to really be together, which means we hardly ever spent a night apart and being madly in love is important. But I think it's equally important to be in deep like, I like this guy.  We talk about everything, and we laugh a lot.  Life is good.” -Trisha Yearwood
• 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: [email protected]
  • Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
  • Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

• Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

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In today’s CRU, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss the ongoing Delphi murder trial, that’s now in the hands of the jury. They recount their experiences covering the case from its beginning when Abby and Libby went missing, to the present, as they await a verdict. Nancy and Sheryl touch on police investigations, defense tactics, and the emotional toll on the victims' families. Despite facing public scrutiny, both Nancy and Sheryl stand firm in their commitment to seeking justice for the victims by summarizing the facts of the case, and giving verdict predictions.

Previous Zone 7 Episodes Covering The Delphi Case -

The latest on the Delphi murders: Delphi murders hearing, JonBenet Ramsey #news, Idaho student murders update | Headline #Crime 

The Delphi Murders: The Quest for Justice with Barbara MacDonald

Down the Hill: My Descent into the Double Murder in Delphi written by: Susan Hendricks

The Delphi Murders: Case Refresher as Jury Selection Starts | Susan Hendricks 

10.25.24 with Nancy Grace: Delphi Murders Evidence, Allen’s Statement and Behavior

11.01.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Delphi Case Inside the Courtroom, Motives, and Chronological Confessions

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
• (1:00) Reflecting on the Delphi case 
• (7:00) Analyzing the defense's strategy 
• (12:00) Spit guards and safety protocols for Richard Allen and other aggressive detainees
• (15:00) Jury verdict predictions 
• (19:30) Sensitive photos re-victimizing families and ethical concerns on social media 
• (26:00) Speculation on the jury’s verdict deliberation 

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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: [email protected]

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amber Clemmons-Bean is Barbara Clemmons' granddaughter and family advocate, Amber has become a dedicated voice for justice in her grandmother’s unsolved murder case. She continues to work to seek answers, keeping the case alive and raising awareness.

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, sits down with Amber Clemmons Bean, Barbara’s granddaughter to dissect the tragic events of July 23rd, 1957, in Hobbs, New Mexico, where Dorothy Gibson, Barbara Clemmons, and J.D. Cantrell were brutally murdered. Dorothy and Barbara, both 23 and divorced, were found dead after being shot, following a night out and a flat tire on Highway 180. J.D. Cantrell, a truck driver who stopped to help, was shot eight times. The motives appear unclear, with no signs of robbery or sexual assault, while revenge seems the likely cause. Sheryl and Amber discuss potential motives, challenges in the investigation, and the emotional toll on the victims’ families.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
• (0:10) Sheryl introduces the triple homicide in Hobbs, New Mexico
• (1:25) The crime scene and initial investigation
• (2:20) Victim profiles and possible motives
• (3:20) Sheryl introduces guest, Amber Clemmons-Bean to Zone 7 
• (4:15) Theories and speculations
• (7:45) Details of the night before the murders
• (10:00) Crime scene analysis and evidence
• (15:45) Challenges in the investigation
• (20:30) Amber's ongoing fight for justice
• (30:30) Conclusion and future steps
• (31:00) “Justice is what love sounds like when it speaks in public.”
• 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: [email protected]
  • Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
  • Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

• Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

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Today’s CRU Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum bring listeners into the courtroom and behind the scenes at the Delphi murder case trial. Nancy and Sheryl give on-the-ground detailed observations from the courtroom, including interactions with the victims' composed families and Richard Allen's unexpected behavior. They critically analyze Allen's chronological confessions, and some of the hate both have experienced covering this trial.

Previous Zone 7 Episodes Covering The Delphi Case -

The latest on the Delphi murders: Delphi murders hearing, JonBenet Ramsey #news, Idaho student murders update | Headline #Crime 

Previous Zone 7 episode about Delphi murders: The Delphi Murders: The Quest for Justice with Barbara MacDonald

Down the Hill: My Descent into the Double Murder in Delphi written by: Susan Hendricks

The Delphi Murders: Case Refresher as Jury Selection Starts | Susan Hendricks 

10.25.24 with Nancy Grace: Delphi Murders Evidence, Allen’s Statement and Behavior

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
• (0:10) Today’s CRU is dedicated to Delphi from the road!
• (1:00) Dephi courtroom observations 
• (2:45) Analyzing Richard Allen’s statements and behavior 
• (6:00) The significance of Allen’s organized, chronological confessions 
• (13:30) Behind the scenes and personal anecdotes 
• (18:00) Negative community response
• (20:30) Closing thoughts 

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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: [email protected]

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by Josephine Wentzel, mother of Krystal Mitchell, a young woman tragically murdered in 2016. Josephine shares her heart-wrenching journey to bring Krystal’s killer, Raymond McLeod, to justice. Despite systemic hurdles and relentless heartache, Josephine refused to let Crystal’s case go cold, leading a six-year search across borders. McLeod was captured in the Central American country after the U.S. Marshals Service received a tip that he was teaching English at school in the city of Sonsonate, El Salvador.

Josephine Wentzel is a former law enforcement officer. She became an advocate for justice following the murder of her daughter, Krystal Mitchell. Through years of relentless pursuit and public advocacy, she brought global awareness to Crystal's case, refusing to let her daughter’s killer, Raymond Mcleod, escape justice. 

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone, and help is available. Please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.org for resources, support, and guidance. Trained advocates are available 24/7 to provide confidential help. Don’t hesitate to reach out—support is just a call away.  

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
• (0:10) Sheryl gives a background of today’s episode dedicated to DV awareness month
• (1:20) Sheryl introduces guest, Josephine, Krystal's mother to Zone 7
• (1:30) Background of Krystal Mitchell
• (7:45) Meeting McLeod - the deceptive charm
• (11:30) Josephine shares her premonitions and concerns about Krystal’s safety
• (14:00) The devastating confirmation of Krystal’s death
• (17:45) Taking proactive measures in the search
• (22:00) “When you minimize a Google map,  the whole time I pictured that, that whole entire map on my hand, and I said, it's as big as my hand, and I can find every part.”
• (28:40) Jack Donovan… the name Raymond McLeod went by
• (37:30) Upcoming trial and hopes for justice
• (38:30) “I've said it before and I'll say it again. He messed with the wrong mama.” -S.S 
• 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: [email protected]
• Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
• Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

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Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive into the ongoing Delphi murder case, discussing new developments, and forensic details surrounding the tragic murders of Abby and Libby. Sheryl and Nancy explore Richard Allen's behavior changes, including his physical appearance, and analyze his actions and statements through the lens of their extensive legal and investigative experience.

Previous Zone 7 Episodes Covering The Delphi Case -

The latest on the Delphi murders: Delphi murders hearing, JonBenet Ramsey #news, Idaho student murders update | Headline #Crime 

Previous Zone 7 episode about Delphi murders: The Delphi Murders: The Quest for Justice with Barbara MacDonald

Down the Hill: My Descent into the Double Murder in Delphi written by: Susan Hendricks

The Delphi Murders: Case Refresher as Jury Selection Starts | Susan Hendricks 

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
• (0:10) Sheryl is live from Delphi for today’s CRU 
• (1:10) Allen's psychological state and appearance changes
• (4:30) Analysis of Allen’s statement, "It’s all over now." 
• (5:00) Conspiracy theories and legal arguments 
• (8:00) Explanation of bullet cycling and forensics 
• (15:00) Jury's management and trial integrity
• (21:00) Final thoughts in Dephi

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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: [email protected]

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In late September, prosecutors say, Sheriff Mickey Stines drew his gun on Judge Kevin Mullins, his longtime co-worker and friend. Video from inside the judge's chambers appear to show Stines repeatedly firing on Mullins, who tries to shield himself behind his desk.

Guest Bio and Links:

Joshua Schiffer is an attorney providing legal services covering Criminal Defense, Personal Injury. Listeners can learn more about Joshua Sschiffer at his website: https://chancoschiffer.com/ 

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Joshua Schiffer about a series of tragic incidents in courthouse settings and their far-reaching impacts on communities. They reflect on a 2005 courthouse shooting in Fulton County, the recent violent event involving a sheriff and a judge in Kentucky, and the resulting generational and emotional toll. Sheryl and Joshua discuss the spread of misinformation, institutional knowledge, and the importance of experienced public servants in local governance and law enforcement. Additionally, the episode touches upon legal and ethical considerations in judicial cases, the complexities of personal relationships within public offices, and the implications of youthful misjudgments in the justice system.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
• (0:10) The courthouse shooting incident
• (3:00) Remembering the victims
• (6:00) Impact on the community
• (8:30) Gun violence in America and its repercussions
• (10:30) Speculation on the sheriff’s daughter and judge interaction
• (15:00) Analysis of premeditation in courtroom violence
• (20:30) Community's deep loss and institutional impact
• (24:00) Legal ramifications
• (28:45) Potential corruption and exposure
• (32:00) Finding a jury
• (37:00) “The whole county is just devastated by this. we've lost not only our sheriff and a district judge, I've lost two personal friends that I worked with every day.” -M.W
• 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: [email protected]
• Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
• Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

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Today Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum discuss several high-profile cases, including updates on the Delphi murders, the case of Suzanne Clark Simpson, and ongoing investigations involving Sean Combs (Diddy). They cover new evidence, ongoing searches, and potential legal strategies surrounding each case. Nancy and Sheryl offer their forensic insights and discuss the complexities of finding key evidence in locations like landfills, while also diving into the personal and legal intricacies of domestic violence cases and high-profile criminal investigations.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
• (0:20) Conflicted thoughts and case overviews 
• (2:00) Rex Heuermann and Diddy Cases 
• (4:30) Search for Suzanne Clark Simpson 
• (7:30) Landfill search challenges 
• (10:30) Damning evidence and family betrayal
• (13:00) Federal charges and illegal weapons 
• (14:10) The feds' relentless pursuit 
• (17:00) Delphi case and legal strategies 
• (18:30) Potential appeal issues

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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: [email protected]

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On February 14, 2017, Abigail Williams and Liberty German are discovered near the Monon High Bridge Trail, part of the Delphi Historic Trails in Delphi, Indiana.

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, is joined by Susan Hendricks to update the listeners on the latest news on The Delphi murders involving victims Abby Williams and Libby German, who were killed in February 2017. Sheryl and Susan recount the day's events, discuss the ongoing investigation, and consider recent updates. They also discuss the case's timeline, witness testimonies, suspect sketches, and the significant emotional toll on the victims' families. Lastly, they examine Richard Allen's possible actions and incriminating statements, courtroom strategies, the jury's visit to the crime scene, and courtroom deliberations, including debates on evidence admissibility and potential ritualistic motives.

Susan Hendricks is a journalist and author.  She has worked with CNN and HLN, known for her compassionate reporting style. She deeply connects to the Delphi case, having authored the book "Down the Hill: My Descent into the Double Murder in Delphi"

Listeners can connect more with Susan on IG @susan_hendricks or X @SusanHendricks

Previous Zone 7 Episodes Covering The Delphi Case -

The latest on the Delphi murders: Delphi murders hearing, JonBenet Ramsey #news, Idaho student murders update | Headline #Crime 

Previous Zone 7 episode about Delphi murders: The Delphi Murders: The Quest for Justice with Barbara MacDonald

Down the Hill: My Descent into the Double Murder in Delphi written by: Susan Hendricks 

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum
• (1:00) Background of The Delphi Murders   
• (2:00) Sheryl welcomes returning guest, Susan Hendricks to Zone 7
• (2:30) The Day of the Disappearance
• (5:00) Timeline Analysis 
• (8:00) Eyewitness Accounts and Sketches
• (11:00) The Scene of the Crime and the Cell Phone
• (15:30) Speculations and Theories
• (24:30) Childhood Memories and Fearlessness
• (26:45) Witness Testimonies and Alibis
• (30:00) Richard Allen's 61 Incriminating Statements
• (35:30) The Role of Jury Selection
• (41:00) Reflections and Gratitude
• (45:00) “I do have faith in the system. I believe they can find jurors who will look at the evidence. I don't think we know all the evidence, but I think the jury will be able to look at it and make a decision.” -S.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: [email protected]
  • Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
  • Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

• Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

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