Carolina Crimes
True Crime & Paranormal
About
The only podcast dedicated solely to crimes committed in South Carolina! lTwo South Carolina natives and true crime enthusiasts have teamed up to examine some of the most heinous and shocking crimes ever committed in the Palmetto State.
Episodes
- EPISODE 273: "The Wrong Man": The Murder of Ruby Rawls Thompson
This episode of Carolina Crimes covers the 2007 murder of Ruby Rawls Thompson. Her partner, described as troubled and short-fused, was responsible for her death.
- EPISODE 272: "Chopping Down the Family Tree": Amy and Ross Vilardi
This episode discusses a 2015 case where four senior citizens were murdered in their South Carolina home. The investigation uncovered a clue that led to a resolution.
- EPISODE 271: "Flowertown Tragedy": The Death of Sarah Moore-Colucci
The podcast episode discusses the 2015 death of Sarah Moore-Colucci in Summerville. The incident occurred on a May night after the victim and her spouse, who owned businesses and were facing difficulties, visited their jewelry store.
- EPISODE 270: "Gone in Garden City": The Abduction of Ernest Vereen
The episode "Gone in Garden City: The Abduction of Ernest Vereen" discusses the 1984 abduction of Ernest Vereen, a property manager from Garden City, SC. The incident came to light when his son received a phone call from the abductor.
- EPISODE 269: "Gone Without Answers": The Unsolved Murder of Nancy Mazetis
The episode "Gone Without Answers" details the 1978 disappearance and unsolved murder of Nancy Mazetis, a young waitress in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. A construction worker discovered her body, and her family is seeking justice.
- EPISODE 268: "The Predator Among Us": Fernando Garcia
The episode details how church leaders in Greenwood, SC, during the 1990s, sought a community outreach individual. They selected Fernando Garcia, unaware he was a dangerous predator.
- EPISODE 267: "US Coast Guard Tales": Chief Perry Sutton
Chief Perry Sutton, a retired Machinery Technician from the US Coast Guard, discusses his over 30 years of service protecting the coast of South Carolina.
- EPISODE 266: "You Can't Burn Secrets": The Murder of Ernest Gibson
The murder of Ernest Gibson is explored, beginning with a 1985 house fire in Hartsville, SC, that led investigators to discover his body. The condition in which he was found indicated a more complex story than initially apparent.
- EPISODE 265: "The Past Will Always Catch Up To You": Double Episode
This Carolina Crimes episode covers two South Carolina cases, one from 1959 in Beaufort County and a recent financial crime, illustrating how past actions can have lasting repercussions.
- EPISODE 264: "Justice Aborted, Justice Returned": The Tragedy of Carl Smalls
The episode details the 2002 murder of college football player Carl Smalls at a Columbia, SC nightclub. A flaw in the justice system was revealed when the case was re-examined 20 years later.
- EPISODE 263: "The Brothers Very Grim": The Murder of Teresa Hanna
In 2003, Teresa Hanna was murdered in Johnsonville. Investigators pursued rumors pointing to two individuals connected to the victim.
- EPISODE 262: "The Problem With Peonage": The Pink Franklin Case
This episode covers the Pink Franklin Case from 1907 Norway, SC, where a sharecropper’s attempt to exercise his freedom of choice in employment resulted in a fatal confrontation and a significant legal battle.
- EPISODE 261: "Lock Your Doors": Mannie Lee Law
In 1974, a retired Florence teacher reported being bound, gagged, and assaulted while her husband went missing. Investigators identified the assailant from a description that seemed familiar, but were surprised to discover he had escaped f…
- EPISODE 260: " The InnCreeper": The Gaffney Actor Murders
In 1905 Gaffney, SC, traveling performers encountered a night of escalating drama at an inhospitable inn, culminating in murder.
- EPISODE 259: "Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire": Michael Linder
This episode covers the 1979 case of a Colleton County man sentenced to death for a roadside murder. He was granted a new trial and exonerated due to a technicality, but some individuals do not handle second chances well.
- EPISODE 258: "Mysterious Death of the Doctor": The Saga of The China Family
The episode discusses the 1924 death of a South Carolina physician from multiple gunshot wounds and the hospitalization of his wife. The circumstances surrounding the event and the identity of the perpetrator are unclear.
- EPISODE 257: "Not Amusing At All": The Magic Harbor Amusement Park Murders
The episode "Not Amusing At All" details the 1976 murder of the owner of Magic Harbor Amusement Park in Myrtle Beach. The crime occurred as the park's new owner was succeeding in increasing visitors and turning a profit.
- EPISODE 256: "Evil Incarnate": The Murder of Ricky James
The murder of Ricky James in Lancaster County in 2013 involved a missing young man. The location where he was found led police to a suspect, but the circumstances surrounding his death were shocking to investigators.
- EPISODE 255: "The Deadly Ride": The Murder of Hubbard Harris Jr.
In 1930s Columbia, a 15-year-old boy's life tragically ended after accepting a ride from a stranger while celebrating his birthday, as his mother watched.
- EPISODE 254: "The Killer Roommate": The Kristofer Bowling Tragedy
In August 2020, Kristofer Bowling disappeared in Myrtle Beach, SC. Authorities investigated his roommates, revealing the events of a night on a
- EPISODE 253: "Terror at Wal-Mart": The Deadly Rampage of Larry Hall
The episode details the events of the summer of 1991 when Larry Hall committed a deadly rampage at the Easley, SC Wal-Mart, resulting in two fatalities over thirty minutes. The motive behind the attack remains unknown.
- EPISODE 252: "Parades, Squirrels, and The US Coast Guard Stories": A Carolina Crimes Christmas Special
Carolina Crimes shares two South Carolina Christmas stories and interviews US Coast Guard Chief Perry Sutton about his 30 years of service.
- EPISODE 251: "The Boy Who Vanished": Jeremy Grice
The disappearance of 4-year-old Jeremy Grice from Aiken County in 1985 after a storm is examined, including the searches, investigations, and theories surrounding the event.
- EPISODE 250: "Tragedy on Campus": The Orangeburg Massacre
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- EPISODE 249: "Antebellum Revenge": A Thanksgiving Special
This Carolina Crimes episode, "Antebellum Revenge: A Thanksgiving Special," details a plantation family's experience in 1857. They learned a harsh lesson during their Thanksgiving feast after being cruel to their cook.
- EPISODE 248: "The Runner": Jimmy Causey
Jimmy Causey faced legal issues in 1989, receiving legal representation and serving light sentences before re-entering society. His criminal activities eventually led to multiple life sentences, though his story extends beyond this outcome.
- EPISODE 247: "Deadly Infatuation": The Murder of Mary Sturdevant and Cory Shcolnik
The episode details the 1997 murder of Mary Sturdevant and Cory Shcolnik, a young couple whose future was tragically ended by an unaccepting ex-boyfriend.
- EPISODE 246 PART 2: "McJustice": The McDonald's Monopoly Fraud
This episode covers the FBI's investigation into the McDonald's Monopoly fraud, detailing how they gathered evidence to apprehend the culprits behind the scam, which operated between 1989 and 2001. Justice is served in the conclusion of th…
- EPISODE 246 PART 1: "The McScam" The McDonald's Monopoly Conspiracy
In 2001, an FBI agent investigated an anonymous tip about the McDonald's Monopoly promotion being rigged, uncovering a surprising conspiracy.
- EPISODE 245: " Halloween Special": Palmetto Paranormal Activity
This episode prepares listeners for Halloween by discussing paranormal phenomena in South Carolina. Topics include ghosts, spectres, headless horsemen, creepy graveyards, unrequited love, and an unconscious preacher.
- EPISODE 244: "The Halloween Candlestick Killing": The Death of Jack Dobbins
In 1958 Charleston, SC, a murder occurred on Halloween night after a man invited strangers to his home. The case gained notoriety due to its trial and media attention.
- EPISODE 243: "South Carolina's House of Horrors": 2100 Bull Street
The South Carolina State Hospital, originally on a 200-acre plot, underwent name changes over 180 years. This episode examines its history, patient and employee testimonies, and the cruelty that occurred.
- EPISODE 242: "The Evil Trap": The Murder of Julian Williams
This episode covers the 2017 murder of Julian Williams, who was lured into an "evil trap" under the guise of an innocent meeting. His family's search led to the discovery of a sinister plot.
- EPISODE 241: " The Spouse Strangler of Sharon": The Murder of Faye Wilson King
Carolina Crimes discusses the 1929 disappearance of Faye Wilson King, a young schoolteacher. Her husband claimed to be home ill, but the case has fascinated York County for a century.
- EPISODE 240: "The Peril of the Peddler": The Murder of Abram Surasky
This episode of Carolina Crimes examines the 1903 murder of Abram Surasky, a respected peddler in Aiken County killed by a customer. The discussion covers the conflicting accounts, alternative narratives, and the trial that followed the cr…
- EPISODE 239: "The Mill Hill Murders": The Tragedy of The Johnson Family
The Mill Hill Murders episode of Carolina Crimes details the tragic events that befell the Johnson family in Spartanburg County in 1993, focusing on the shocking loss of Mary, her husband, and her son.
- EPISODE 238: "The RV From Hell": The Murders of Daniel Swanson and Trooper Bruce Smalls
The episode details the murders of Daniel Swanson and Trooper Bruce Smalls, which originated from a trip to Florida that devolved into a fatal encounter involving hitchhikers, drugs, and debauchery.
- EPISODE 237: "Murder at the Motel": Cypress Noonan
In September 2020, a young girl was found shot in a Jasper County motel room. Conflicting accounts and alibis led investigators to identify the responsible party.
- EPISODE 236: "The Pulpit Predator": Dale Richardson
N. Charleston Police investigated a kidnapping and attack in 2011. The suspect was identified, and further reports from additional victims led to charges for serial offenses.
- EPISODE 235: "Lions and Tigers and Crimes, Oh My!": The Bhagavan Antle Story
This episode of Carolina Crimes delves into the life and criminal convictions of Dr. Bhagavan Antle, a figure featured in 'Tiger King.' The discussion covers his background, his involvement with zoological parks, his purported medical trai…
- EPISODE 234: "The Deadly Delivery": The Tragic Murder of Irene Pressley
Carolina Crimes discusses the September 2019 murder of Irene Pressley, a mail carrier in Williamsburg County, who was killed by a resident on her route.
- EPISODE 233: "Rampage of Evil": Mikal Mahdi
The episode details the 2004 crime spree of Mikal Mahdi across Virginia, North and South Carolina, which resulted in multiple deaths, including a local hero. Mahdi was ultimately executed.
- EPISODE 232: "The Tip of the Iceberg": The Murder of Patrick Moffly
The 2016 murder of College of Charleston student Patrick Moffly revealed an intricate criminal operation when evidence found at the scene was discovered by Charleston Police.
- EPISODE 231: "He Wouldn't Stay Away": The Stalking and Murder of Mandy Williams
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- EPISODE 230: "Greenville Double Episode": Killing in the Family and Ye Olde Fireplace
This episode of Carolina Crimes covers two cases from Greenville County. The first involves a family secret leading to an extreme outcome, while the second explores one of the county's earliest cold cases.
- EPISODE 229: "The Fire That Couldn't Hide Evil": The Murder of Julianne Blakely
The murder of Julianne Blakely in 2007, initially masked by a house fire on Pawley's Island, was discovered to be a cover-up for a robbery, assault, and homicide. Authorities investigated the motive behind the crime, as the victim had no a…
- EPISODE 228: "Four Bodies, Few Answers": The Shaw Creek Killings
The Shaw Creek Killings in Aiken County involved the discovery of multiple women's remains starting in the late 1980s. Investigators are still working to solve the case due to similarities among the victims.
- EPISODE 227: "Trouble with the Neighbors": The Murder of Teresa Seigler
A suspicious fire leads to the discovery of Teresa Seigler's murder. As neighbors began talking to the police, the investigation into the death of the beloved woman progressed.
- EPISODE 226: "Family Greed": The Muders of Robert and Robbie Ford
The podcast "Carolina Crimes" discusses the 2018 execution-style murders of father and son Robert and Robbie Ford, discovered after an abandoned car was found in Horry County. Forensic evidence pointed to a assailant motivated by greed.
- EPISODE 225: "Date with a Monster": The Murder of Ashley Pegram
The podcast episode discusses the 2015 murder of Ashley Pegram, a Summerville mother of three. The incident occurred after she accepted an invitation to a party, marking a tragic turn of events as she was re-entering the dating scene.