Wicked Crimes Uncovered

Beneath the Agler Road Bridge: The Alum Creek Double Homicide

The podcast episode explores the chilling crimes and mysteries surrounding the Allen Creek in Columbus, Ohio during the 1980s. It delves into the double homicide of Janice and Brandon, the discovery of Cheryl Biolus's body, and the haunting nature of the Agler Road Bridge. The episode highlights the impact of these crimes on the community and the enduring mysteries that remain unsolved. Takeaways * Unsolved mysteries of the Allen Creek crimes continue to haunt the community * The Agler Road Bridge and Allen Creek serve as the backdrop for chilling crimes and tragedies Chapters * Unsolved Mysteries and Local Lore

The 1980s Alum Creek Murders: Cruel and Unsolved

The podcast episode delves into the haunting history of Allen Creek, uncovering the brutal murders and crimes that plagued the area in the 1980s. It explores the chilling events that unfolded near the creek, revealing the era of brutality and the impact it had on the city of Columbus, Ohio. Takeaways * Allen Creek: A Haunting History * The Era of Brutality Chapters * 00:00 The Allen Creek Corridor

The Service Secret: Was My Grandfather the Zodiac?

THE SERVICE SECRET: WAS MY GRANDFATHER THE ZODIAC? "He moved in silence. He left in secret. But his handwriting remained." This week on Wicked Crimes Uncovered, we explore a chilling theory that brings the world’s most elusive serial killer into one family's home. A grandson reveals how a life of secret military service and "off-the-grid" moves might have provided the perfect cover for the Zodiac’s reign of terror. THE INVESTIGATION: * The Ink of a Killer: A side-by-side comparison of private journals and the Zodiac’s infamous 1969 ciphers. * The Military Ghost: How a career in the service provided the tactical training and the ability to move undetected during the Bay Area attacks. * The Hidden Library: Analyzing a private collection of books on codes, ciphers, and symbols found among his belongings. * A Legacy of Silence: What it’s like to realize your family tree might be rooted in a dark, unsolved history. > "The military taught him how to vanish. His handwriting proved he was still there." Is this the lead that finally breaks the code after 50 years? Stream the evidence now.

The Christmas Eve Confession: Justice for Ariana

EPISODE DESCRIPTION: JUSTICE FOR ARIANA PTARCINSKI "I did this." On Christmas Eve 2021, the Ptarcinski family’s world was shattered. Ariana Ptarcinski, a vibrant 20-year-old with dreams of becoming a nutritionist, was found in her bedroom with a fatal stab wound to her neck. Despite her boyfriend, Ramon Durst, allegedly walking into her parents' room holding her by her hair and confessing, "I did this," the case remains unsolved. In this episode of Wicked Crimes Uncovered, we explore why a homicide with a clear suspect and a recorded "guilty mind" resulted in no arrests. ---------------------------------------- KEY POINTS OF THE INVESTIGATION: * The Ignored Evidence: While sitting in a patrol car for 74 minutes, Durst made a series of spontaneous, incriminating statements, including: "Why did I do that, something so brutal and violent?" and "Do you know what federal prison I will go to?" * The "Mens Rea" Debate: We break down why the State Attorney’s Office claimed there was a lack of "criminal intent" (Mens Rea), despite expert John Baeza arguing that the ignored recordings prove the exact opposite. * Media Silence: A look at why knife crimes often fly under the radar of national media compared to firearm incidents, and how that lack of scrutiny may have impacted Ariana’s quest for justice. * A Family Betrayed: Ariana’s parents, Edward and Judy, speak out about the agonizing two years they’ve spent being treated "like the enemy" by the system meant to protect them. ---------------------------------------- > "Evil isn't just born; it's built. We're here to find the blueprint." Is this a case of investigative apathy or a legal loophole gone wrong? Join us as we uncover the truth behind the death of Ariana Ptarcinski. New episodes drop every [Day of the Week]. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.