Momicide – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, we’re doing a deep dive into the twisted fate of Mark Twitchell, aka ‘The Dexter Killer’. late 20th century, the chilling phenomenon of copy-cat killers gained popularity, referring to disturbed individuals replicating the methods of infamous criminals. This twisted trend took a sinister turn in Edmonton, Canada, where a 29-year-old filmmaker, Mark Twitchell, plunged into an eerie obsession with Dexter Morgan, a fictional character from the TV series "Dexter." Twitchell, fueled by a macabre desire for notoriety, envisioned himself as a real-life vigilante serial killer. His gruesome plan unfolded as he lured innocent and unsuspecting men by using online personas, leading them to a meticulously prepared 'kill room.' Twitchell's dark ambitions were documented in a haunting manuscript as he aimed to translate his horrifying experiences into a blockbuster horror film, with the goal of catapulting himself into a world of fame and fortune. However, his plan was abruptly halted after his first murder, putting an end to his dangerous quest for fame and fortune. 

In this episode, we discuss the innocent man who fell victim to Twitchell’s plan, Johnny Altinger, as well as a separate man who would later come forward as a survivor. We touch on the element of men’s safety and the shame associated with them being victimized.  

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In May of 2012, friends of Chinese university student, Jun Lin, reported him missing from Montreal, Canada. Days later, rumors of a real-life murder video were circulating online. The friend that reported Jun Lin missing happened to click on the video, and a wave of terror came over him when he realized the victim in the snuff film was his missing friend. 


Jun Lin’s torso was found in a suitcase swarming with flies, and his dismembered hands and feet were mailed to elementary schools and Canadian political parties. The perpetrator would soon be identified as Luka Rocco Magnotta, and a worldwide manhunt was on. 


Join us on Episode 25 as we dig into who Luka Magnotta was, his horrific pattern of animal abuse, and posting disturbing and upsetting videos of himself committing the most unspeakable acts online. Luka was narcissistic, psychopathic, fame-starved, and an absolutely disgusting, pathetic excuse of a human. 


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In this episode, Kristen will be telling Amanda about the story of the murder of Lauren Giddings. Lauren began telling multiple people that she felt like she was being stalked. But, being the outgoing, attractive young woman she was, her friends just thought she was exaggerating. She was in the middle of prepping for the biggest exam of her life; the bar exam. However, her life would be extinguished before she could accomplish her goal to become a lawyer.

Lauren’s next door neighbor, and fellow law student, Stephen McDaniel, was quite literally the creepiest MF’er alive. After Lauren rejecting his proposals to start dating him, he began relentlessly stalking her, recording videos of her coming and going from her apartment. Lauren could sense something was off. She couldn’t stand the feeling that she was being watched anymore, so she made the smart decision to move. Once Stephen found out she was leaving, he panicked and quickly changed from stalker to murderer. The old ‘If I can’t have her, no one will’ mentality.

The search for Lauren was on. But no one could imagine how or where she would be found. And the person responsible, well, he completely breaks down on national television, which quickly went viral.

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In this episode, Amanda will be telling us about The Freeway Phantom, a serial killer who was active in Washington, D.C. in the early 1970s. This unknown perpetrator terrorized neighbourhoods in the Congress Heights and Anacostia areas in Northeast D.C. for over a year and a half and would take the lives of at least six young, African American girls - some just blocks away from their family homes. Over the years, despite the fact that this case has been investigated by numerous detectives and jurisdictions, the Freeway Phantom has remained just that, a phantom. Today, 50 years later, with no witnesses or viable leads, his identity remains a mystery, leaving communities and families without answers or closure.

The Major Case/Cold Case Unit of the Metropolitan Police Department, in conjunction with the Prince George’s County, Maryland Police Homicide Unit is seeking the public’s help in solving these cases. If you have any information regarding the Freeway Phantom murders, please call Prince George’s County Crime Solvers at 866-411-TIPS, that’s 866-411-8477, or email unsolved.murder@dc.gov

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In this episode, we will be discussing the mysterious missing person's case of Zack Lefave from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada.

On December 31st, 2020, many of us said goodbye to the difficult and life altering year we suffered living through a global pandemic, and celebrated a new year full of anticipation and possibility. But, 2021 would have a grim start in the town of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, when a 20 year old man goes missing from a NYE party, just two days short of his 21st birthday, never to be seen again. This is the mysterious story of Zack Lefave. Wandering from the party just before midnight, Zack proceeded to make a slew of bizarre phone calls to his friends, and was seen soon after walking down the highway with no pants on, on a cold winter's night.

This is our first unsolved missing person's case. In this episode, we will hear from Kimberly Morton, the cousin of Zack Lefave and the family representative for the case. Kimberly will join us at the end of the episode for an interview regarding the perplexing circumstances that have a family still agonizing for answers, a year and a half later.

If you have any information about Zack Lefave and his potential whereabouts, please contact the Yarmouth RCMP at 902-742-9106, or leave an anonymous tip by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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In this episode, we will be discussing the highly disturbing case of Russell Williams.

Russell was a highly respected member of the Canadian Armed Forces and to those around him he was viewed as a prestigious leader and hero. But Russell had a different side that laid deep beneath the guise of honor. Sexual sadism and murder. Russell would stalk the homes of women and little girls, lurking in their backyards before breaking in through doors and windows. From there, he would secretly take pictures of himself in the homes wearing the women’s bras and underwear. He also committed other disgusting, despicable acts while inside. He would then flee with their entire underwear collection.

The thrill from breaking and entering would no longer satisfy his urges. He would eventually victimize two women by raping them inside their homes, and victimize two more, Marie-France Comeau, and Jessica Lloyd, by murdering them in the coldest way possible. All the while, documenting his horrible acts with pictures and videos.

In this episode, we comb over the details within this twisted case, and also play clips from the famous interrogation. Another 3 hour episode to keep you busy! Thank you for listening!

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In this episode, Amanda and Kristen will be discussing the long and horrific story of sexual sadist and abductor, Ariel Castro. We discuss Ariel’s childhood and early life, how he became the demented person he was, and what led him to living a double life, full of sick and sinister secrets.

The three victims in this story are 21 year old Michelle Knight, 16 year old Amanda Berry, and 14 year old Gina Dejesus. We cover their lives and disappearances in detail, the living conditions of Ariel’s disgusting home, and the unspeakable things the girls were made to do.

This is the first story of our podcast with a happy ending. After 11 years held captive, all three girls finally escape, along with Amanda’s 6 year old daughter, Jocelyn, who she birthed during her captivity. The media exploded with coverage over this insane outcome, the community and the families of the girls were in utter disbelieve, and the verdict that Ariel Castro was slammed with was nothing short of cathartic.

We share where the girls are today, and what ultimately became of Ariel Castro. The episode caps off with the Charles Ramsey interview in song version, “Dead Giveaway” by the Gregory Brothers for your enjoyment.

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NOTE: Additional trigger warning for mention of suicide in this episode

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In this episode, Amanda will be telling us about the Porco family axe attack - the murder and attempted murder of Peter and Joan Porco. In the middle of the night, while sound asleep, this couple was viciously attacked with an axe. As usual, we will learn about the suspects involved, evidence and accusations, and we will also discuss the bizarre and inconceivable circumstances that occurred prior to and following the murder and attempted murder that destroyed a family and left many shocked and perplexed.

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In this episode, Kristen will be telling us about the Delphi Murders. This case went viral worldwide when 13 and 14. year old Abigail Williams and Liberty German were found brutally murdered in a wooded area after going for a walk on a trail. A photo, video and audio recording of the killer was released by Indiana State Police, sending the community into a frenzy wondering who could be responsible. Stunningly, this case remains unsolved. Join us in discussing the heartbreaking events that lead to the disappearance of the girls, where the case stands today and potential suspects linked to this case.

If you have any information that you think is important for law enforcement, please call the tip line: 844-459-5786 or email abbyandlibbytip@cacoshrf.com.

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In this episode, Amanda and Kristen will be discussing the case of the Central Park five. On April 19th, 1989, a woman named Trisha Meili was severely beaten, raped and sodomized until she was within inches of her life.

The attack and rape shocked the city and became one of the most publicized cases of the 1980s. Five Black and Hispanic boys from Harlem's names were plastered and slandered across every newspaper, and they were soon after charged and convicted of the crime. However, 13 years after the attack, the boys' convictions were overturned, when the perpetrator came forward and confessed. These boys, who are now men, became known as the Central Park 5 or the exonerated 5.

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