On August 21st, 1996, an 11-year-old girl vanished from her quiet Moline, Illinois, neighborhood. Witnesses reported seeing her climb into a gray sedan with an unknown man—and she was never seen again. For decades, the case went cold, leaving her family desperate for answers. Now, nearly 29 years later, a shocking indictment has brought new hope for justice. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss the disappearance of Trudy Appleby. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Cold Cases - Crime Stoppers of Quad Cities

Man arrested in murder of 11-year-old Trudy Appleby, who disappeared in 1996 in Moline, Illinois - CBS Chicago

Trudy Leann Appleby

‘Person of interest’ in Trudy Appleby case has died | OurQuadCities

Trudy Appleby's disappearance, 28 years later | wqad.com

Who is the man indicted in Trudy Appleby’s death?

Moline police identify two more ‘persons of interest’ in Trudy Appleby disappearance

Man indicted in Trudy Appleby disappearance

Best friend of girl, 11, who vanished 29 years ago sends heartbreaking plea to accused killer | Daily Mail Online

In April 2020, a 38-year-old woman was shot in her sleep. The shooter? Her 16-year-old son—angry over a confiscated phone.

Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Sandy Willis. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Teenager shot, killed mother using her own gun because she took his phone

Son killed mother with her own gun as she slept because he was 'upset' about her taking his cellphone away

Dave Clark, District Attorney General - Anderson County, TN

Tennessee Teen Shoots Mom in the Head for Confiscating His Cell Phone – Crime Online

In June 2021, a quiet Lake Tahoe family home became the scene of a calculated ambush. Two years later, the shocking truth emerged—a former MLB pitcher and a trusted family friend were behind the attack. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the attack on Gary and Wendy Sophr. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Ex-MLB Player Daniel Serafini Gunned Down In-Laws for $23M Fortune — with Babysitter's Help. Inside the Shocking Case (Exclusive)

Jury Finds Daniel Serafini Guilty of Murder | Placer County, CA

Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini found guilty in father-in-law's murder case - ABC News

Just days before Christmas 1991, a 16-year-old girl was brutally attacked inside her home. Investigating the murder would lead to a case of teenage jealousy, stalking, and a cold-blooded plan for revenge. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Laurie Show. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Teen Girl Endured Jealousy-Fueled Terror Before Throat Was Slashed — But Final Whisper Exposed Her Killer

Tabitha Buck, Assisted in Laurie Show's 1991 Murder, Gets Parole Chance

Timeline: The murder of Laurie Show, trials and appeals of co-conspirators Lisa Michelle Lambert, Tabitha Buck, and Lawrence Yunkin | fox43.com

A missing couple. A submerged car. And a smell that no one could ignore.

What started as a missing person's investigation turned into a nightmarish discovery. Join John Conner as he dives deep into the dark to discuss a developing story out of North Carolina. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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https://www.fox8live.com/2025/06/16/human-remains-found-plastic-containers-after-deputies-respond-missing-person-report/

Remains near Lake City identified as female, cause of death confirmed

Cause of death determined after remains found in plastic containers in Pee Dee home

Murder suspect held with no bond after extradition to Brunswick Co.

A peaceful Amish morning is shattered when a 23-year-old expecting mother is found murdered in her Pennsylvania home. With few clues, many wonder who could commit such a devastating act of violence. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Rebekah Byler. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Rebekah Byler murder: 23-year-old pregnant Amish woman killed in Crawford County, Pennsylvania, police say - ABC7 Los Angeles

Pregnant Amish woman was shot in head, 3-year-old son saw her killer

Pennsylvania man receives life in prison for murdering pregnant Amish woman - CBS Pittsburgh

Rebekah Byler Murder Case Update: Cranston Drove For The Amish

He Walked Into an Amish Home and Killed a Pregnant Woman with Her Children Feet Away — But What Brought Him There?

Man convicted in murder of pregnant Amish woman sentenced to 2 life terms in prison

Shawn Cranston receives two life sentences for murder of pregnant Amish woman

Convicted Murderer of Pregnant Crawford County Woman Sentenced to Consecutive Life Terms – PA Office of Attorney General

Rebekah Byler, pregnant Amish woman killed in home near Spartanburg, Pa., was found with throat cut; Shawn Cranston arrested - ABC30 Fresno

A night out in Kentucky ends in tragedy when a 22-year-old mother of four disappears after leaving a bar with three men. Six months later, her body is found buried behind a home—and the truth finally comes to light. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Savannah Spurlock. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Investigative file, witness interviews in Savannah Spurlock murder case released

Newly-released interview shows convicted killer of Savannah Spurlock was a suspect from start | Local News | wdrb.com

Savannah Spurlock Case: David Sparks Pleads Guilty to Murder

https://www.insideedition.com/savannah-spurlock-case-what-to-know-about-kentucky-mom-found-dead-after-leaving-bar-with-3-men

KSP Conducts Death Investigation After Human Remains Found in Garrard County

Kentucky man pleads guilty to killing Savannah Spurlock | Lexington Herald Leader

When a man's father makes a startling confession, he has no choice but to call the police. And inside a quiet Texas home, the truth lay wrapped in plastic—hidden for over a month. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the murder of Angela Byrd. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?

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Man allegedly killed his wife, wrapped her in plastic, and lived with decomposing body for a month

‘I killed her’: Bexar County man accused of killing wife, hiding body for a month formally charged with murder

Charles Byrd charged with murder after killing wife during jealous rage, report says