Unlawful Acts

The Briley Brothers: Richmond's Deadly Family of Serial Killers

The summer of 1979 turned Richmond, Virginia into a city living in fear. What began as isolated acts of violence quickly escalated into one of the most brutal murder sprees in American history. The killers weren't strangers or drifters—they were brothers. Linwood, James "J.B.," and Anthony Briley hunted victims across Richmond with a level of violence that shocked investigators and terrified an entire community. By the time authorities finally stopped them, dozens of lives had been shattered, and the true number of victims remains part of the case's lasting legacy. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, we examine the rise of the Briley Brothers, the fear that spread throughout Richmond, the investigation that brought them down, and the shocking death row escape that cemented their place in true crime history. Everyone lies. The evidence doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Introducing the Jordan Harbinger Show

In this brief segment, we recommend The Jordan Harbinger Show. Jordan has some amazing guests on his show, and he has a gift for making complex ideas accessible. We have become regular listeners, and hope you check it out too.

The Railroad Killer: The True Story of Ángel Reséndiz

For years, freight trains carried one of America's most terrifying serial killers from state to state without anyone realizing it. Known as The Railroad Killer, Ángel Maturino Reséndiz used the nation's rail system to move undetected, committing brutal murders across Texas, Kentucky, Florida, Illinois, and beyond. Living off the rails and operating under multiple aliases, he evaded authorities for years while leaving behind a trail of victims and unanswered questions. Investigators struggled to connect crimes occurring hundreds of miles apart until a nationwide manhunt finally revealed the truth. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn examine the life, crimes, and psychology of one of the most prolific serial killers in modern American history. From the attack that left survivor Holly Dunn alive to tell her story, to the FBI's pursuit and Reséndiz's eventual surrender, this is the complete story of the man who turned America's railways into his escape route. Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

When Divorce Turned Deadly: The Michael McKee Case

What happens when a relationship ends, but one person refuses to let go? In this episode of Unlawful Acts, we examine the case of Michael David McKee and the murder of his ex-wife, Amy McKee. What began as a troubled relationship eventually escalated into a tragedy that left a family devastated and investigators searching for answers. Through witness testimony, forensic evidence, and courtroom proceedings, prosecutors pieced together a case they believed was fueled by resentment, control, and an inability to accept the end of a marriage. As detectives unraveled the timeline, a disturbing picture emerged of the events leading up to the killing and the aftermath that followed. Join us as we break down the investigation, the evidence, the trial, and the pursuit of justice in a case that shocked everyone involved. This is Unlawful Acts. Everyone Lies. The Evidence Doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

She Looked Like a Sweet Grandma... Until They Found the Bodies

Dorothea Puente appeared to be the last person anyone would suspect of murder. In 1980s Sacramento, she was known as a kind, grandmotherly woman who opened her home to society's most vulnerable people—elderly residents, disabled individuals, and those with nowhere else to go. To neighbors, she seemed caring and generous. To the people living under her roof, she offered shelter, meals, and support. But one by one, her tenants began disappearing. Friends and family were told they had moved away. Social workers were given excuses. Questions were asked, but the answers always seemed to satisfy investigators—until one missing person case led police to her Victorian boarding house. What they discovered beneath the backyard would expose one of California's most disturbing serial murder cases. In this episode of Unlawful Acts, Connie and Jocelyn unravel the shocking crimes of Dorothea Puente, the woman who turned a place of refuge into a killing ground. From forged checks and stolen benefits to multiple murders hidden beneath her property, this is the chilling story of how a seemingly harmless grandmother became one of America's most notorious serial killers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]