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12. Cypress Street

Sometimes, the people we grow up with turn into someone we never expected. For Jody, that realization came years later when he learned the truth about a friend’s violent crime on Cypress Street in Atlanta, Georgia. What happens when a late-night robbery turns deadly, and no one seems to care? This week, Jody unpacks a decades-old crime that remains unsolved even though the killer has confessed. A Quick Heads-Up: This episode contains discussions of murder, drug use, and violence. Listener discretion is advised. Stay Connected If you’re hooked on true crime with a personal edge, hit subscribe and leave a review—it’s the best way to support Murder Link. Got a story of your own? Share your murder link with us at hello@murderlink.com. Join Us This is just the start. Tune in to discover how murder links us all. murderlink.com [https://www.murderlink.com] @murderlink [https://www.instagram.com/murderlink/]

11. Cobalt Killer

Watch the full video episode here [https://youtu.be/KnOg83vQfNk?si=n7l59kqDx_3Ahyzs]. In this episode of Murder Link, Katie and Jody cover the case of Shannon Melendi, a 19-year-old Emory University student who disappeared from her part-time job in DeKalb County, Georgia, in 1994. Her family launched a nationwide search, enlisting the help of public figures, but years passed with no answers. This case is personal for Katie, as her childhood best friend lived across the street from the man eventually convicted of Shannon’s murder. She shares her memories of Rex, Georgia, and what it was like to learn that someone in her friend’s neighborhood had been responsible. Hinton is now eligible for parole in February 2025. Shannon’s family is still fighting to keep him behind bars. A Quick Heads-Up This episode contains discussions of kidnapping, sexual assault, and murder, as well as the failures of the justice system. Listener discretion is advised. Related Links 🔗 Sign the petition to keep Hinton in prison: Shannon's Killer in Prison [https://www.change.org/p/victimservices-pap-state-ga-us-keep-shannon-melendi-s-murderer-colvin-butch-hinton-behind-bars-where-he-belongs?] 🔗 More about Shannon's story: Shannon Melendi Website [http://www.melendiphotography.com/melendiweb/News.htm] 📩 Share your own murder link with us at hello@murderlink.com If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to rate, review, and share Murder Link. Thank you for listening. Stay Connected If you’re hooked on true crime with a personal edge, hit subscribe and leave a review—it’s the best way to support Murder Link. Got a story of your own? Share your murder link with us at hello@murderlink.com. Join Us This is just the start. Tune in to discover how murder links us all. murderlink.com [https://www.murderlink.com] @murderlink [https://www.instagram.com/murderlink/]

10. Mercy or Murder

In Episode 10, Katie and Jody reflect on the heartbreaking story of Carol Carr and her sons, Andy and Randy, both diagnosed with Huntington’s disease. Raised in the same town, Jody shares his personal connection to the family and the events that led to Carol’s unimaginable decision. This episode delves into the legal, ethical, and emotional complexities of a case that gained international attention and sparked public debate. Quick Heads-Up: This episode discusses mercy killings and degenerative disease. Listener discretion is advised. Related Links: * Send us your story at murderlink.com [https://murderlink.com]. * Email us at hello@murderlink.com. Thank you for listening! We’ll be back with Episode 11 on February 20th, 2025. Stay Connected If you’re hooked on true crime with a personal edge, hit subscribe and leave a review—it’s the best way to support Murder Link. Got a story of your own? Share your murder link with us at hello@murderlink.com. Join Us This is just the start. Tune in to discover how murder links us all. murderlink.com [https://www.murderlink.com] @murderlink [https://www.instagram.com/murderlink/]

9. Jasper Texas

In this episode of Murder Link, Katie and her dad discuss the tragic story of James Byrd Jr., whose murder in Jasper, Texas, in 1998 shocked the nation. They reflect on the circumstances of the case, the community's response, and the lasting impact of this horrific hate crime. Quick Heads-Up: This episode contains discussions of violence and hate crimes. Listener discretion is advised. Stay Connected If you’re hooked on true crime with a personal edge, hit subscribe and leave a review—it’s the best way to support Murder Link. Got a story of your own? Share your murder link with us at hello@murderlink.com. Join Us This is just the start. Tune in to discover how murder links us all. murderlink.com [https://www.murderlink.com] @murderlink [https://www.instagram.com/murderlink/]

8. Early Release

Katie and Jody kick off 2025 with a tragic story of systemic failure and senseless violence. This episode shares the murder of World War II veteran Dowdy W. Grimes, a Fairburn resident targeted in a brutal home invasion in January 1989. Stay Connected If you’re hooked on true crime with a personal edge, hit subscribe and leave a review—it’s the best way to support Murder Link. Got a story of your own? Share your murder link with us at hello@murderlink.com. Join Us This is just the start. Tune in to discover how murder links us all. murderlink.com [https://www.murderlink.com] @murderlink [https://www.instagram.com/murderlink/]