In 1966, 3 year old David Dixon went missing from the Sylmar neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA. The entire community searched for him for several days but found no clues or witnesses. After the search died down this case would end when the young toddler was found in a unsuspected place. If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https…

In 1892 an woman going by the name Lottie Bernard checked in to the Hotel del Coronado in Coronado, CA. Within a few days she would be deceased and everything she told the hotel, including her identity, would be thrown into question. Who is the woman who checked in and why did she die? These questions would eventually be answered...or would they? A…

In this episode are stories and vignettes from podcasts on the Darkcast Network all about the nice side of the holiday season. Expect stories from history, myths and traditions from around the world. Including a 10 minute story on the history of the Hollywood Christmas Parade in Hollywood, CA by California True Crime. Happy Holidays!…

Part One of a special Holiday Episode with fun vignettes from all of the Darkcast Network Podcasts! In this episode hear holiday stories, including true crime, myths and cryptids from the naughty side of the holiday. Happy Holidays!Av California True Crime

In Part 2 we discuss the investigation into the Stockton serial killer, a community meeting in October and information about the arrest of Wesley Brownley, the man investigators alleged committed the crimes.Av California True Crime

In part one of our two part series on the Stockon Serial Murders we discuss the leadup to the announcement by Stockton PD of a possible serial killer in October 2022, the victims and the beginning of the investigation into the alleged perpetrator.Av California True Crime

In this special episode put out by the Darkcast Network, California True Crime, along with our good friends share a series of spooky, paranormal, cryptid and true crime stories to celebrate Halloween! Be sure to catch our story about our favorite spooky cryptid the Fresno Nightcrawler, better known by us, as the Fresno Pants. And listen to other st…

November, 1958, a pregnant nurse Olga Duncan goes missing from her apartment in Santa Barbara California, the story that follows is one that author Deborah Holt Larkin explores in her book A Lovely Girl. We talk to Deborah about her new book, the connections that she has to this case as her father, a newspaper reporter covers this case from Olga's …

We share information about the clemency process in California including pardons, commutations and reprieves; as well as details about several cases where clemency was granted.Av California True Crime

Imagine getting a call at work that your child has not arrived home from practice. That no one has any idea where they are or who they are with. This is the nightmare that the Misheloff family has dealt with for the last 33 years, when their 13 year old daughter disappeared on the way to skating practice and was never heard from again. On this epis…

This episode we are taking a break from our regular cases to talk about the documentary on the streaming channel HULU called Captive Audience: A Real American Horror Story. It’s 3 episodes about the kidnapping and return of Steven Stayner, the crimes of Cary Stayner and the experiences of their family. Hear our thoughts on these episodes and more o…

Idema Cerney was found murdered in the Mojave Desert in 1932. After identifying her using Bertillion measurements it would be a short time before investigators honed in on a suspect, her husband, Gus Cerney, a gin runner during prohibition. To bring justice in this case they tracked Cerney across the United States in a manhunt that finally ended in…

In Atascadero, near the closing of the 70s, two women were raped and murdered and the cases went unsolved for 40 years. Join us as we talk about these crimes and others while we discuss the life of Arthur Rudy Martinez in this episode of California True CrimeAv California True Crime

In January of 1982, in the small town of Seaside CA, 5 year old Anne Sang Thi Pham was on her way to school, only a few blocks away from her home near the Fort Ord Army Base. She would not be seen alive again. Her body would be found two days later tossed on the side of the road. The hunt for her killer would go cold for the next 40 years with curr…

On March 15th, 2022, Justin Peoples, father of two and Navy veteran, was shot and stabbed to death at a gas station in Tracy California. On this episode we discuss the life of Justin Peoples, the arrest of three suspects his murder, and some of the reported evidence that led to them being charged with a hate crime enhancement. Join us as the prelim…

Brett Thomas and Mark Titch went on a crime spree in Orange County, CA in 1977 that ended with several violent home invasions, the murders of Laura Stoughton, Ephraim Christian, Aubrey Duncan, Denise Duncan; and the attempted murder of Nadine Duncan. In this episode we cover the crimes they committed throughout the area and the investigation that l…

In December of 1976, Janet Stallcup disappeared in Garden Grove, CA. After an extensive search she was found murdered in her car just 2 miles from her home. The search for her murderer lasts over 40 years and includes possible connections with other murders in the area. In 2021, this crime was finally solved by genetic genealogy. In this episode, w…

On Nov 3rd, 1981, Marcy Conrad, a 14-year-old 9th Grader at Russell Junior High School in Milpitas Ca, decided to ditch her afternoon classes and go hang out with her friend, Anthony Jacques Broussard, a 16-year-old who went to Milpitas High School. From this decision, Marcy will lose her life and not be found for 2 more days. This story, because o…

A very special end of the year episode of California True Crime. We have some updates on cases we covered this season, some information about upcoming episodes, and we have a very special update that sees the California True Crime team on a trip to LA. Jessica and Sean test themselves at some Made in California Trivia.…

There are just some stories of California history that are special because they could only happen here. The Hollywood Christmas Parade is one such event. With the magic of a traditional Christmas event, complete with lights and snow, that you can find around the United States combined with the magnificence of movie special effects, stars and budget…

After three years of hearings and arguments, testimony and challenges, the trial of Arturo Juarez Suarez, who stand accused of the murder of The Martinez Family and the rape and assault of Yolanda Martinez is ready to begin. Once again Yolanda will face the man who raped her, murdered her family, and buried her children alive, seeking Justice for t…

Following the brutal slaying of the Martinez Family at the Parnell Cattle and Horse ranch by their relative Arturo Juarez Suarez, Yolanda Martinez, the only survivor will have a winding road to cross to see justice done and the killer of her family brought to justice. We will discuss the issues of immigration, translators in a court, and a 31 year …

In the afternoon heat of July 12th, 1998 on the Parnell Ranch Juan Martinez, his brother Jose, and Jose’s two children Jack, 5, and Aerel 3 were killed and buried in a shallow grave in a berry bramble not to far from where Jose’s wife and the children’s mother was being beaten and raped by Arturo Juarez Suarez. The days immediately following the at…

On a warm afternoon in 1998, the Martinez family arrived at the Parnell ranch, outside of Auburn California, to help out a relative and spend an afternoon relaxing and enjoying each other's company. Their pleasant Sunday would end with the brutal slaying of most of the family including two small children, as well as the rape and beating of their mo…

In 1925 the carcass of an unknown beast washed ashore during a cold night in Santa Cruz, CA. The creature’s giant head, long neck and strange look was unlike any known animal. This creature, who would come to be known as Moore’s Beach Monster, and despite it’s actual identity, become another story in a piece of folklore that can be found around the…

In 1981, Sonia Herok Stone was found murdered in her home in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA. The investigation led to the arrest of Michael Glazebrook and to a mistrial. In August of 2021, investigators have used DNA to make another arrest in this terrible crime.Av California True Crime

In a community in sunny California, with retirees who are ready to relax in their golden years, are hit with a dark cloud that covered them in 1994. In only a short time, an area in Riverside County was ravaged by a woman who took lives with what seems to be no care at all. In this episode of California True Crime, we talk about Dana Sue Gray. If y…

In our last episode in this series on the Hughson Bank Robbery and the murder of Sheriff Billy Joe Dickens we talk about the trial of Leonard Ellsworth Miller who is recovering in hospital following one of the largest manhunts in Stanislaus County history. Issue of Miller’s sanity trail as well as the state seeking the death penalty will be discuss…

We share the details in the manhunt for Ross Neal Porter and Leonard Ellsworth Miller. The two robbed a bank in Hughson, CA and murdered Sheriff Billy Joe Dickens. The manhunt will take 12 hours, 15+ members of law enforcement and two shootouts. If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrime W…

In January of 1970, Ross Neal Porter and Leonard Ellsworth Miller robbed a bank in Hughson, CA and in a shootout outside they murdered Sheriff Billy Joe Dickens. This act led to one of the largest manhunts in California history. In this episode we discuss the two bank robbers including their history and past crimes. If you would like to support us …

In January of 1970, the Central Valley National Bank in Hughson, CA was robbed by two men. This robbery led to a murder and one of the largest manhunts in Stanislaus County History. In this episode we share the details of the robbery and the beginning of the manhunt for two dangerous criminals. If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page…

In this episode, we talk talk about the recent Supreme Court decision of Jones vs Mississippi and juvenile justice in general Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrime Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime Twitter: http…

On May 28, 1974, an unidentified woman was found murdered on Alamitos in Long Beach, California. After 39 years police find who committed the crime but one mystery still remains: What is the identity of the woman? In this episode we cover the crime, the search for her murderer and clues to the identity of Jane Doe #40. If you would like to support …

It would take multiple trials for the murders of Gwen Arajuo to be brought to justice. Prejudice, bigotry, and the cry of “Trans Panic” would shield the murders for a time. But it would not be long until they would face their judgment. Was justice served? Did the punishment fit the crime? Join us as we discuss the final trial as well as the laws th…

In 2002, Gwen Aruajo was murdered by four men she considered friends during a party at their home. A rumor, a confession, and a thorough investigation would pinpoint just who had committed this murder. But a trial that only highlighted issues of obtaining justice for a transgender victim would mean that holding the murderers accountable would be fa…

In this episode we relive Gwen Araujo’s last terrifying hours on Earth. After being beaten, strangled, tied up, and hit with a shovel, her murderers would drive over two hours to dispose of her body after which they would celebrate with a McDonalds breakfast. We discuss the police investigation and first trial, along with the issues of Transphobia,…

As an adolescent, Gwen Araujo will suffer bullying at the hands of those around her, even while her family accepted and supported her. In this episode we discuss Gwen’s life during the summer of 2004, and her introduction to a new friend group. These new friends would turn out to be another group that would judge, ridicule, and abuse her, this time…

In the early morning hours of Oct 4th 2002 four men, who were hosting a house party in a quiet Newark, CA suburb, took part in the slaying of a 17yr old girl. They would beat, strangle, and eventually kill Gwen Araujo for the crime of being born in the wrong body. In this episode we look at the life of Gwen and the community that she grew up in. We…

An impromptu conversation about the recent murder of Sarah Everard and how it relates to violent crimes perpetrated by police in America. California True Crime discusses the issues that have been highlighted by this murder and connections to the Cara Knott case covered in an earlier episode, as well as some startling statistics on the rates of viol…

It's that time again. In this episode we look back on some of the episodes that we have covered, talk about things happening in California, read some reviews, and we also answer some questions about ourselves that you might not know. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/ If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page a…

Denise Lampe was 19 years old when she was murdered in 1976 at Serramonte Mall in Daly City, CA. With little evidence her case remained unsolved for decades. Once considered part of a series of murders called the Gypsy Hill Murders, everything changed when a small spot of DNA was found on her jacket. The man that DNA matched has a history of danger…

In the early hours of Christmas Eve 2013, a 911 call was made from the parking lot of the Westfield Mission Valley Mall in the greater San Diego area. When police arrived on the scene, they found one victim passed away, another in critical condition, and soon learn a third person is missing. Join us as we unravel this terrible tragedy as we talk ab…

On Thanksgiving Day, November 29, 1900, thousands of people flooded into San Francisco to watch the Big Game between Stanford and Cal Berkeley. But by the time the football game would end over 20 people will have died and hundreds more hurt in the largest disaster in American sport's history. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.c…

According to legend in Ventura County lives a terrifying monster who roams the countryside preying on hikers and teens. This monster of myth is half man half goat and created in a mad scientist's secret government laboratory deep in the underground tunnel that lay beneath a bucolic dairy along a deserted country road deep in Ventura County. Meant t…

On August 24, 1979, 8 year old Cannie Melinda Bullock was murdered in San Pablo, CA. Originally believing a neighbor may have committed the crime this case would go cold until the 1990's when DNA technology would match to a man in Colorado, named Joseph Cordova Jr. In this episode, Jessica shares the details of the crime, the hunt for the murderer …

In August of 1991, the Ruggiero family traveled from San Pedro, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA to attend a friend’s wedding. After the wedding the unthinkable would happen when Marina Ruggiero was murdered in her hotel room. After 29 years, police are still looking for the truth in this unsolved case that has more questions than answers. Website and sho…

On the evening of December 27, 1986, Cara Knott, a San Diego State university student who was studying to become a teacher, was leaving her boyfriend's house in Escondido around 9:00pm and driving to her parents house in El Cajon. She will never make it. Join us as we discuss this horrible tragedy from the southern part of California. Website and s…

On February 6, 1973, friends of 79 year old Ida Stine became worried when she didn’t answer her phone for two days. A neighbor in Capitola, CA would find her murdered and set off a search for a killer that would take a surprising turn. We cover the victim’s life, her murder, Santa Cruz in the 1970’s and the trial. Website and show notes: http://www…

In this second episode, we learn about the suspects and the trial that everyone goes through as we finish discussing the The Puente Hills Mall Murders. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/ If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrime Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/…

During the summer of 1991, a small area in East L.A. experienced 5 murders that put many in the area in fear. Join us for the first part of two as we discuss the Puente Hills Mall Murders. Website and show notes: http://www.californiatruecrime.com/ If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrim…