Luminol on the Wall

This week on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss a marijuana deal that truly ends in horror.  In the heat of August 1996, Jeffrey Wolfe and his girlfriend, Charlene Leaser, set out from Houston, Texas, on what seemed like a routine trip to Mississippi. They were traveling to settle a debt tied to a marijuana deal—a seemingly straightforward task in a world where favors and transactions often blurred the lines. But as they crossed state li...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss a case that spans over the course of 50 years. Sharon Hall had a way of bending the world to her will. Growing up in Independence, Missouri, she learned early how to use her charm to navigate life's challenges and open doors that might otherwise remain closed. When she met James Kinne, his steady, unassuming nature seemed like the ideal complement to her bold ambitions. But Sharon wasn’t o...

This week on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss a serial killer with a unique relation to his victims. In the quiet town of Kičevo, Macedonia, a series of disappearances began to unsettle the community. The victims were older women, all of whom shared a similar background—they were cleaners, living modest lives, and often overlooked by society. When their bodies were discovered, it became clear the crimes were marked by chilling patterns...

This week on LOTW Becky and Bevy talk about a case where a young girl gets murdered by someone close to home. The murder occurred in October 2009, when nine-year-old Elizabeth Olten left her home in St. Martins, Missouri, to visit a friend who lived just a few houses away. When she didn’t return home later that evening, her family grew concerned and contacted authorities. A search began almost immediately, with neighbors and law en...

This week on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss the "Acid Lady" case.  Tim and Larissa Schuster seemed like the picture of suburban success. He was a kind-hearted father and husband, while she was a driven biochemist with a sharp mind and an even sharper ambition. Together, they built a life that, from the outside, appeared stable and enviable. But behind closed doors, their relationship was far from perfect. As tensions grew a...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss the disappearance of a young woman under very suspicious circumstances. Marie Carlson was a woman who captivated everyone around her with her warmth and charm. She had a life full of twists—raised by a father she didn’t know was hers, pursuing ambitious dreams, and building connections wherever she went. In 2011, she seemed to find a new chapter of belonging within a close-knit church community...

 Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy delve into the mysterious disappearance of Michael Shaver, a Disney World monorail technician who seemed to have left his family by choice—or so it appeared. In 2015, Michael Shaver vanished without explanation. Friends, family, and coworkers were left perplexed, struggling to reconcile his sudden absence. Though he hadn’t been seen since that year, sporadic activity on his social media accounts raise...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss two brutal homicides that occurred in 2007 in Knoxville, Tennessee. In the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom were more than just a young couple; they were the epitome of promise and love. Channon, a diligent university student with a future as bright as her smile, and Christopher, a talented carpenter with a heart of gold, had plans for an ordinary night ou...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss just how dangerous domestic feuds can be. In the serene town of Quincy, Illinois, life seemed to be calm for Becky Bliefnick, a dedicated nurse and loving mother of three. Her days were filled with caring for patients and doting on her children. However, beneath the surface, there were ripples of turmoil. Friends and neighbors spoke of strained relationships and hushed arguments that hinted at ...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss a missing person case. In November 2019, Marshall Iwaasa, a 26-year-old from Lethbridge, Alberta, set out on a journey that would become one of the most baffling mysteries in recent memory. His burned-out truck was discovered in the rugged wilderness of Pemberton, British Columbia, days after he was last seen by his family. The circumstances of his disappearance have left investigators and his ...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss a case involving a coerced confession and a victim who seems to have been forgotten in a media frenzy focusing on a wrongful conviction.

It all began in the tranquil town of Longview, Mississippi, life moved at a gentle pace. Joey Fulgham, a devoted husband and father, had always been the backbone of his family. Known for his hard work and easygoing nature, he was a well-loved figure in the comm...

Today on LOTW, we invite you to join our sister chat about a man found dead in his home surrounded by smoke. In Bismarck, North Dakota, Chad Entzel was found dead in his home under suspicious circumstances. Initially believed to be a suicide, further investigation raised questions. Evidence such as security camera footage, an arson dog's findings, and traces of fire accelerant suggested otherwise.

Nikki Sue Entzel, Chad's ...

This week on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss an infamous home in Florida where multiple women were seen fleeing from, and a house that Joni Lynn Gunter was familiar with. Joni Lynn Gunter was a familiar face in Jacksonville, Florida, known for her resilience despite the hardships of addiction and homelessness. Her family never lost hope, tirelessly searching for her and sharing pleas on social media. Joni's kind heart and determi...

Today on LOTW Becky and Bevy discuss a very sad tale of how domestic abuse can turn ugly. The story is of Mark van Dongen and Berlinah Wallace. The two met in 2010 in Bristol. Mark, a young engineer, was drawn to Berlinah's lively personality and striking presence. Their relationship started with passion and excitement, but it soon took a darker turn.

Berlinah's jealousy and possessiveness began to surface, leading to freq...

On today's episode of LOTW, Becky and Bevy talk about a young woman's disappearance in Phoenix, Arizona. A 17-year-old Alissa Turney was excited for summer and her upcoming 18th birthday. It was the last day of her junior year, and she planned to attend a party that evening. However, Alissa never made it.

Her stepfather, Michael Turney, reported her missing, claiming she ran away to California after an argument, leaving a ...

Today Becky and Bevy ring in the New Year by talking about a highly controversial case that occurred on New Years. The Marlborough Sounds were alive with New Year's Eve celebrations as 1998 began in New Zealand. Among the revelers were Ben Smart and Olivia Hope, two vibrant youths caught up in the excitement at Furneaux Lodge.

As the night wore on, the two friends found themselves without a place to stay. They accepted a ride f...

Today on LOTW, Becky and Bevy discuss the family massacre of 1929. The sun dipped below the horizon on Christmas Eve 1929, casting long shadows across the fields of Germanton, North Carolina. The Lawson family farmhouse, usually filled with the warmth of holiday anticipation, stood quietly. Charles Lawson, a hardworking sharecropper, had recently taken his family to town for a rare treat: new clothes and a family portrait, capturin...

On this week's episode of LOTW, Becky and Bevy delve into the disappearance of a young woman. It happened in the bustling city of Glasgow, Scotland. Angelika Kluk, a 23-year-old language student from Gdańsk University, was working as a cleaner at St. Patrick's Church in Anderston. Her summer in Scotland was meant to be a time of learning and adventure, but it took a dark turn when she vanished on September 24, 2006. Prior...