Killer Instinct

Killer Instinct

Every Wednesday, join Savannah Brymer as she delves into the gripping and mysterious world of true crime, where each case uncovers hidden truths and unexpected twists. From infamous serial killers to haunting missing person mysteries, Killer Instinct goes beyond the headlines to seek justice and uncover the emotional depths of each story. With meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling, Savannah sheds light on untold tales of resilience, loss, and the relentless pursuit of truth, inviting listeners to journey through the darkest corners of human nature—and the strength of those left behind. Get the ad-free version here: https://killerinstinct.supercast.tech/ For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy

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October 28, 2026 • 32 mins
In October 1990, gay adult film actor William “Billy” Newton, known professionally as Billy London, was last seen at Rage Nightclub in West Hollywood. The following day, his dismembered remains were discovered in a dumpster, launching a murder investigation that would go cold for more than three decades. Investigators even explored a possible connection to Jeffrey Dahmer before the case finally broke open in 2023, when ...
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On Halloween weekend in 2011, 44-year-old wife and mother of four Karen Swift vanished after a party in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Her abandoned car and shattered cell phones raised immediate questions, and six weeks later, her body was discovered in the Bledsoe Cemetery, with an autopsy revealing blunt force trauma to the head. Suspicion centered on her estranged husband, David Swift, amid a turbulent marriage and plans for divorce. Bu...
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In 1993, 18-year-old Tricia Pacaccio was brutally murdered outside her family home in Illinois, and suspicion fell on someone disturbingly close to her family. But the case went unsolved, and the suspected killer eventually moved to Los Angeles, where his deadly obsession with young women continued. Years later, aspiring actress Ashley Ellerin was found stabbed to death just hours before a planned date with Ashton Kutcher. As more ...
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When Myriam and Robert Dienes were found shot to death at their Florida home, investigators quickly turned their attention to Myriam’s 21-year-old daughter, Nicole Nachtman. But as detectives questioned Nicole, the case took an increasingly bizarre turn when she began talking about Frozen, the “Snow Queen,” and a fantasy world she seemed deeply consumed by. What followed was a disturbing case involving alleged abu...
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Thomas Randolph had been married six times, but only two of his wives were still alive. When his sixth wife, Sharon Causse, was shot and killed during what appeared to be a home invasion, Randolph claimed he had discovered her body and killed the intruder in self-defense. But investigators soon learned the dead intruder wasn’t a stranger at all—he was a handyman Randolph knew personally. As detectives dug deeper, they u...
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Amanda Taylor had long fantasized about murder and dreamed of one day becoming a serial killer. After the death of her husband, Rex, her obsession took a terrifying turn when she blamed his father, Charlie Taylor, for the loss. In 2015, Amanda and an accomplice brutally murdered Charlie inside his Virginia home—and instead of hiding what she had done, Amanda posed for disturbing photos with his body. But Charlie was never mea...
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When rising fashion designer Sylvie Cachay was found dead in a bathtub at New York City’s exclusive Soho House, suspicion quickly fell on her millionaire boyfriend, Nicholas Brooks. The son of disgraced Academy Award-winning composer Joseph Brooks, Nicholas had been staying with Sylvie the night she died. As investigators unraveled their turbulent relationship and what happened inside that hotel room, the case became entangle...
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When Howard Eubanks suddenly disappeared, his wife Marcia claimed he had simply left to start a new life in Texas. But Howard had never left at all. For months, Marcia impersonated her husband online while concealing a horrifying secret inside their home: she had murdered and dismembered him, hiding his remains throughout the house. The truth finally began to unravel six months later, when her son made a shocking discovery. Than...
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What first looked like the disappearance of a promising 27-year-old law school graduate soon became something far more disturbing. Lauren’s killer was her neighbor, Stephen McDaniel, who had been secretly watching her, entering her home and planning the attack. He initially blended into the investigation, but his unsettling behavior after learning that Lauren’s remains had been found helped turn police attention toward ...
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Kelsey Berreth vanished on Thanksgiving Day in 2018. What began as a missing-person investigation soon exposed a disturbing trail involving her fiancé, Patrick Frazee, and an elaborate attempt to conceal the truth. The case would ultimately reveal a calculated murder plot, a key witness with a shocking story, and a crime that captivated the nation. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/kil...
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August 19, 2026 • 56 mins
A quiet Virginia neighborhood became the scene of a strange double homicide involving a husband, his wife, and their young au pair. Police later learned the husband and au pair had been having an affair, and that a man had been lured to the house through a fake online fetish profile. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would ...
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Nearly 25 years after the r-pe and murder of her daughter Angie, Carol Dodge's tireless pursuit of justice led to the overturning of a wrongful conviction that had held for two decades and helped authorities put the true murderer behind bars. Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to https://Quince.com/killer. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available...
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The conspiracy to kill Daniel Markel grew out of a bitter custody dispute, took years to solve, and ultimately sent five people to prison. Shop SKIMS Cotton, and all of my favorite pieces, at https://skims.com/killer Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a frien...
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In March 2022, Kouri Richins told police she found her husband, Eric, unconscious after serving him a Moscow Mule, but an autopsy found he had ingested five times the lethal dose of fentanyl. Investigations showed she had taken out nearly $2 million in life insurance on Eric, and searched online for lethal fentanyl doses and “luxury prisons.” Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.c...
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Janet Abaroa, a 25-year-old mother, was stabbed to death in her Durham home in 2005 while her infant son slept nearby unharmed. Evidence eventually led investigators to her husband, Raven Abaroa, who was arrested, convicted of her murder, and released a few years later. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! Y...
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Barbara Nantais in 1978 and Claire Hough in 1984, though separated by 6 years, were both found brutally murdered and within yards of the same spot at Torrey Pines Beach. The cases are eerily similar but no clear link to the two leave many questions still waiting for answers. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful...
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Robbie Doerr was a family man, 28-year veteran of the Evansville Fire Department, and working multiple jobs to provide a life for his new wife and all their children. Through a twisted turn of events, law enforcement found that those he thought close to him conspired to end his life by gunshot right in front of his home when returning from a long day at work. Shop SKIMS Cotton, and all of my favorite pieces, at https://skims.com/...
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Desiree Sunford and her husband were in an open relationship with another woman. She wanted an end to it. Little did she know that’d lead to her murder. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/KillerInstinctPod Follow Savann...
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June 24, 2026 • 42 mins
Linda Sobek was a model, NFL cheerleader, and was beginning her career as an actress. On the day of a big audition, Linda was last seen at a photoshoot in the woods. Her photographer helped police discover her buried body. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a ...
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June 17, 2026 • 55 mins
Penny, Matthew, and Tyler Caffey were brutally murdered inside their own home. Terry Caffey survived five gunshots and escaped into the night. But when the only missing family member, 16-year-old Erin, turned up unharmed at her boyfriend Charlie’s house, the truth became even more horrifying. Terry already knew who was behind it. Get exclusive Killer Instinct content on my patreon : https://www.patreon.com/killerinstinct If...
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