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What if the evidence prosecutors say proves murder could have another explanation?

After weeks of testimony in the federal trial of former Stoughton police officer Matthew Farwell, the defense has rested. And its final witnesses presented a very different interpretation of Sandra Birchmore's death.

In this final full-length installment of our Sandra Birchmore trial coverage, we're breaking down the defense's case—and the testimony that could shape how jurors view the evidence.

From Sandra's mental health history and the original suicide determination to disputed medical findings, DNA evidence, and a digital timeline that has become central to the case, defense experts challenged some of the prosecution's most significant conclusions.

But under cross-examination, those experts faced difficult questions of their own.

Could Sandra's injuries really be explained by hanging? What does the cellphone evidence establish? And did investigators overlook important details—or interpret the evidence through the lens of a theory they were determined to prove?

We'll examine what the defense established, where its experts acknowledged uncertainty, and the evidence prosecutors say still points to homicide.

With both sides having presented their cases, the question now is whether the government has proven its allegations beyond a reasonable doubt.

This concludes our full-length trial coverage of the Sandra Birchmore case. Watch for continuing updates, including closing arguments, jury deliberations, and the verdict, on Court Report, right here on 13th Juror Podcast.

Y’all, there’s a reason we’re back for a second Court Report this week.

Juries return verdicts in the Andrew Griffin and Robert Kessler trials. We’ll hear what Stephanie Crone-Overholts’s family told the court at sentencing and why the judge had one last thing to say about that cheesesteak.

Then, an update on YNW Melly’s retrial and a look at Yella Beezy’s murder-for-hire trial, where a witness walks back his grand jury testimony. In Texas, a reported medical emergency leads to a murder indictment in the death of Mariah Little, a mother of three.

Plus, Naresh Bhatt takes the stand and gives a dramatically different account of what happened to Mamta. In the Cooper Ouellette trial, Sophie Ringquist’s texts help trace her ride home, and a witness fires back on cross-examination.

And a quick update on the Sandra Birchmore case as Matthew Farwell’s trial heads toward closing arguments. A new 13th Juror episode on the defense case is coming soon.

Court Report: A Chilling 911 Call, Courtroom Chaos & Major Trial Developments

Court Report is dropping EARLY this week, and there's a reason why. From shocking courtroom scenes to new evidence raising difficult questions, the first few days of November have already delivered some major developments.

In Ohio, Ashley Morgan is accused of murdering her boyfriend, Sean Reagan, and claiming self-defense. But what does the 911 call she made immediately after the shooting actually reveal? Brandi obtained the recording herself, and some of Ashley's statements raise questions that deserve a closer look.

In California, the sentencing of Larry Millete for the murder of his missing wife, Maya Millete, takes an emotional and chaotic turn as her family continues demanding answers.

Meanwhile, a mother in Oklahoma receives seven consecutive life sentences in a deeply disturbing child abuse case, and the long-awaited murder trial involving the son of TikTok personality Mama Tot faces an unexpected setback.

Plus, major developments involving Lindsay Clancy, Lori Vallow Daybell, Alex Murdaugh, and the murder trial of Robert Kessler.

And the week is far from over.

Another Court Report is coming later this week, along with a new episode of 13th Juror Podcast covering the latest developments in the federal murder trial of Matthew Farwell in the death of Sandra Birchmore.

The prosecution says. The defense says. But it's the jurors who have the final say.

Court Report | October 29, 2026
A woman calls 911 and admits she just shot her boyfriend. But what she says happened in the moments before she pulled the trigger raises questions about whether this was murder—or self-defense.

Meanwhile, a courtroom bombshell in the Lindsay Clancy case has two attorneys telling very different stories about what she allegedly revealed before the deaths of her three children.

A missing woman is reportedly found alive after more than two years. But just when her family thinks they might finally have answers, the story takes an unexpected turn.

A notorious serial killer is back in the headlines nearly four decades after his execution. And a Florida murder trial has barely begun, but what's happening inside that courtroom is almost impossible to believe.

This week on Court Report, we're following major developments in cases across the country, including a long-awaited verdict, a high-profile sentencing, and new trials with some fascinating evidence.

It's another packed week inside America's courtrooms.

Sandra Birchmore: The Final Witnesses | Part 2

What if the evidence that could change everything had been there from the very beginning?

As prosecutors wrap up their case against former Stoughton police detective Matthew Farwell, some of the most compelling testimony is still to come.

A medical examiner faces questions about a decision she made years earlier. An expert points to details that may tell an entirely different story. And when Matthew's own twin brother takes the stand, jurors hear about private conversations that raise even more questions.

But perhaps the most chilling testimony comes from the prosecution's final witness, who reconstructs the last recorded moments of activity on Sandra Birchmore's phone.

And the timeline is difficult to ignore.

With the prosecution's case complete, the question now is whether the defense can cast reasonable doubt on the story jurors have just heard.

This is Part 2 of our ongoing coverage of the Sandra Birchmore murder trial.

Matthew Farwell has pleaded not guilty and is presumed innocent unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Expecting Trouble: The Pregnancy Trap | The Laura Owens Case

When former Bachelor star Clayton Echard met Laura Owens in May 2023, he had no idea that one brief encounter would turn into a years-long legal nightmare.

A pregnancy announcement. Claims of twins. Positive pregnancy tests. And a paternity battle that quickly became very public.

But as Clayton fought to clear his name, he discovered something disturbing: he wasn't the first man to find himself in this situation.

In this episode of 13th Juror Podcast, we unravel the allegations involving Laura Owens, the evidence that began to fall apart under scrutiny, and the investigation that ultimately brought the case into criminal court.

With altered medical records, shocking discoveries, and emotional statements from those affected, this is a story about deception, the consequences of saying no, and one man's determination to uncover the truth.

How far would someone go to keep a relationship from ending? And what happens when the evidence finally tells a different story?

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This week on Court Report, we're covering major verdicts, shocking courtroom developments, and several high-profile cases that are far from over.

A Wisconsin jury reaches a verdict in the heartbreaking death of seven-year-old Ethan Hauschultz, while jurors in North Carolina deliberate in the long-awaited murder trial of UNC student Faith Hedgepeth.

Plus, the woman who helped kidnap Elizabeth Smart is back in court facing new charges, Laura Owens returns for sentencing in the infamous Bachelor pregnancy fraud case, and AJ Armstrong fights for another chance in court after three murder trials.

We're also following new developments in the Lindsay Clancy case, an upcoming capital murder trial in Ohio, and the federal murder trial of former police detective Matthew Farwell in the death of Sandra Birchmore.

All that and more on this week's Court Report, your weekly roundup of the biggest courtroom headlines and legal developments from around the country.

For a deeper look at the Sandra Birchmore case, listen to this week's full episode of 13th Juror Podcast.

To Serve and Betray | The Sandra Birchmore Case: United States v Matthew Farwell

When 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore was found dead inside her Massachusetts apartment in February 2021, investigators initially ruled her death a suicide. But Sandra was pregnant, excited about becoming a mother, and making plans for her future. Her family believed there was more to the story.

What followed would expose disturbing allegations involving multiple officers from the Stoughton Police Department, including a detective Sandra had known since she was just 12 years old.

More than three years after her death, former detective Matthew Farwell was arrested and charged with killing Sandra and causing the death of her unborn child.

Now, as his federal trial unfolds, jurors are hearing explosive testimony about secret relationships, thousands of private messages, alleged grooming and sexual abuse, and the evidence prosecutors say proves Sandra was murdered.

In this episode of 13th Juror Podcast, we're breaking down Sandra's story, the investigation that initially classified her death as a suicide, and the testimony from the first two weeks of Matthew Farwell's trial.

Was Sandra's death a suicide, as the defense maintains? Or did someone go to extraordinary lengths to make a murder look like one?

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A nearly 15-year-old disappearance takes a major turn, a murder trial ends in chaos, and a jury delivers a verdict in a deadly Florida crash.

This week on Court Report, we're covering the arrest in the Michelle Parker disappearance, the juror controversy that derailed David Prevatte's trial, and the verdict in Leigha Mumby's case.

Plus, Murdaugh Madness returns with new DNA testing developments and an embarrassing courtroom correction. The lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy trial finally breaks his silence, newly released emergency records raise troubling questions about Christa Pike's failed execution, and a judge throws out the indictment against actor Timothy Busfield.

We're also catching up on major sentencing developments, the latest Bryan Kohberger courtroom proceedings, and the ongoing Sandra Birchmore murder trial.

All that and more on this week's Court Report — your weekly roundup of the biggest courtroom headlines and legal developments from across the country.

This week on Court Report, we're covering some of the biggest courtroom headlines and legal developments from across the country.

An undercover sting in Alabama leads to the arrests of several public officials, a deadly shooting rocks a Georgia community, and new developments emerge in the decades-old murder of a young mother.

Plus, we're following several high-profile trials, including the disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt, the murder of Faith Hedgepeth, and the disturbing allegations at the center of Tyreek Hill's civil trial.

We're also revisiting the fallout from Christa Pike's failed execution, the latest chapter of Murdaugh Madness, and major developments in the Cornell Seven case.

And in Juror Notes, emotional moments from Caleb Flynn's sentencing, another unforgettable courtroom appearance by Dr. Tomasz Kosowski, and new legal battles involving Nick Reiner.

All that and more on this week's Court Report — your weekly roundup of the cases, courtroom drama, and legal headlines you need to know.

On the final weekend of her life, Ashley Flynn celebrated Valentine’s Day with the people she loved most.

By early Monday morning, the 37-year-old mother of two was dead—shot twice in her own bed.

Her husband, Caleb, told police he heard the gunshots and believed someone had broken into their home. But as investigators began pulling apart the events of that night, they uncovered a secret life hiding beneath the surface of a seemingly picture-perfect family.

What really happened inside the Flynn home that night—and was the man who claimed to have heard the murder actually the one responsible for it?

This is Sunday Best: The Murder of Ashley Flynn.

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This week on Court Report, some of the biggest cases we've been following are taking unexpected turns.

A death-row execution goes horribly wrong. The lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy trial finally speaks out. Alex Murdaugh’s defense says a new investigation could raise serious questions about the missing murder weapons. And an appeals court weighs in on something we’ve never really had to consider before: can AI speak for a murder victim at sentencing?

Plus, 12 young people are shot at a birthday celebration in Georgia, there’s a new development for Making a Murderer’s Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey, and six years after the Frostproof Massacre, a Florida jury finally reaches a verdict.

And if you’ve been following the Caleb Flynn trial with me, we have a verdict there too—with a full 13th Juror episode coming next week.

⚖️ Court Report — out now wherever you listen to 13th Juror Podcast.

This week, we’re bringing you a bonus episode because this case is simply too big—and there are too many unanswered questions—to fit into Court Report.

Seven men who were Cornell students and members of the Chi Phi fraternity at the time are accused in a civil lawsuit of sexually assaulting a fellow student after a night involving alcohol and ketamine. Disturbing Snapchat messages circulated while she was allegedly inside the fraternity house. She later went to police, but no criminal charges were filed.

Now, nearly two years later, a lawsuit and new reporting from CBS News are raising serious questions about what Jane Doe told investigators, what was ultimately documented, and what information prosecutors actually received when they decided not to pursue charges.

In this episode, we go back to the beginning: what Jane says happened that night, what she told police afterward, the evidence that has since emerged, why the original investigation ended without charges, and why the case is now being examined again.

This episode discusses allegations of sexual assault and drug use and may not be appropriate for all listeners.

The allegations discussed in this episode have not been proven in court. The individuals named in the civil lawsuit are entitled to due process and the presumption of innocence in any criminal proceeding.

Attorney Steven Cozzi arrived at work on an ordinary Tuesday morning—and then seemingly vanished. His car was still outside. His phone, wallet, and keys were left behind. But inside the office building, investigators found blood, signs of a cleanup, and surveillance footage of a mysterious man leaving with a heavily loaded wagon.

What followed was an investigation that would uncover a contentious lawsuit, months of alleged planning, a hidden Toyota Tundra, disturbing digital evidence, and a trail that investigators believed revealed what happened to Steve—even though his body has never been found.

More than three years later, plastic surgeon Dr. Tomasz Kosowski went on trial for Steve's murder. But with no body, no jury, and Kosowski making the extraordinary decision to represent himself in a death penalty case, prosecutors would have to prove their case in one of the most unusual murder trials we've covered.

This is the case of Steven Cozzi and the trial of Dr. Tomasz Kosowski.

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This week on Court Report, Patrick Clancy speaks publicly for the first time since Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial—and new allegations surrounding the lone holdout juror are raising even more questions about what happened inside that jury room.

Plus, new developments in the disturbing Siders family case, a verdict in the Irondequoit family murders, and a decades-old unidentified man may have opened a surprising new line of inquiry into the still-unsolved 1982 Tylenol murders.

We’re also following the deaths of two Ole Miss students as investigators await toxicology results, and the case of an attorney whose attempt to shoot his ex-wife inside a crowded restaurant was captured on surveillance video.

And in Juror Notes: Pamela Smart is denied a new trial, Dr. Gerhardt König’s defense raises questions about what happened during jury deliberations, and Richard Allen takes his Delphi murder convictions to the Indiana Court of Appeals.

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On February 16, 2022, Jared Bridegan was driving home with his two-year-old daughter when he came across a tire blocking the road.

He stopped to move it.

Seconds later, he was dead.

What looked like a roadside shooting would unravel into an alleged murder-for-hire plot years in the making — involving a mysterious pickup truck, a hired gun, a bitter custody battle, and people much closer to Jared than anyone initially knew.

In this episode of 13th Juror, we break down the murder of Jared Bridegan, the case against Mario Fernandez-Saldana, and the evidence that ultimately went before a jury.

But some of the most explosive evidence in this case?

The jury never heard it.

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This week on Court Report, we’re covering a packed slate of trials, new developments, and cases taking some unexpected turns.

A self-proclaimed witch is standing trial for the alleged murder of a young mother whose body has never been found — and the defense says prosecutors can’t even prove she’s dead.

We’re also checking in on the bizarre courtroom developments in the Dr. Tomasz Kosowski murder trial, plus the latest involving KJ Biermann and former Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor.

And in Juror Notes: major updates in the cases of Lindsay Clancy, Barry Morphew, Adam Montgomery, and Nick Reiner — including a significant decision from prosecutors about the punishment Reiner could face if convicted.

Plus, more cases and courtroom headlines you’ll want on your radar.

It’s another packed week in true crime — let’s get into it.

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Andrea Yates and Lindsay Clancy — two mothers, two tragedies, and two cases separated by more than two decades that raised many of the same difficult questions.

In this episode, we take a deeper look at Andrea Yates: the years of severe mental illness leading up to the deaths of her five children, what happened during her two trials, and why her case was compared so often to Lindsay Clancy.

James “Buddy” Day from UNMARKED: A True Crime Podcast joins me throughout the episode to discuss psychosis, intent, the insanity defense, and the challenge of applying a yes-or-no legal system to the complexities of the human mind.

The cases are not the same — but understanding where they overlap, and where they don’t, may help us understand why the questions they raise remain so difficult more than 25 years later.

As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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The Lindsay Clancy trial ended in a mistrial — but the conversation surrounding this case is far from over.

In this bonus episode, Brandi sits down with James “Buddy” Day, creator and host of Unmarked, for a conversation about the verdict, the jury’s deliberations, and the complicated intersection of mental illness and criminal responsibility.

This is also the first of several upcoming collaborations with Buddy. Next up: a deeper look at the Andrea Yates case, why it was compared so often to Lindsay Clancy, and where those comparisons do — and don’t — hold up.

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This week on Court Report:

A breakthrough more than 40 years in the making in the Texas Killing Fields — and a jury that needed less than an hour to make its decision.

A former NFL scout learns his fate in a case involving a poisoned drink.

A massive DNA scandal raises questions about more than a thousand criminal cases.

Plus — an Egyptian media personality facing the ultimate punishment, a Grammy-winning rapper waiting on a federal jury, serious charges involving the teenage son of two reality-TV stars, and a surprising new development for the Menendez brothers.

Then in Juror Notes: new trouble for Barry Morphew, Alex Murdaugh finally learns where he'll face a jury again, and Mario Fernandez Saldana wants another shot at his case.

And finally, 25 years later, we take a moment to remember September 11.

Just when we thought the Lindsay Clancy series was over, the trial’s final day brought a stunning mistrial, a last-minute appeal to Massachusetts’ highest court, and a courtroom battle unlike anything we’ve seen before.

Now, jurors are speaking out about what happened behind closed doors—including the evidence that changed their minds, the lone holdout, and why eleven of them believed Lindsay was not criminally responsible.

Plus, both sides look ahead as the defense prepares its next legal fight.

As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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THE LINDSAY CLANCY TRIAL: CLOSING ARGUMENTS & A JURY DIVIDED

After weeks of testimony, the Lindsay Clancy trial is finally in the hands of the jury.

In this episode, we break down the closing arguments from both sides — the defense’s claim that Lindsay was suffering from postpartum psychosis and the prosecution’s argument that her actions show she knew exactly what she was doing.

We’ll cover the defense’s “three quarters” demonstration, the prosecution’s response, the final battle over Lindsay’s mental state, and the instructions jurors were given to decide criminal responsibility.

Then, we follow the deliberations as the jury struggles to reach a unanimous decision — including multiple notes to the judge and the revelation that one juror may be standing between this case and a verdict.

After everything we’ve heard, can twelve jurors agree on what was happening in Lindsay Clancy’s mind on January 24, 2023?

This week on Court Report, we’ve got two major verdicts — including a long-awaited decision in one of the most infamous murders in music history.

Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur was killed, a Las Vegas jury has finally decided the fate of Duane “Keffe D” Davis.

Then, we’re going back ten years to the disappearance of 19-year-old Morgan Bauer. For more than seven years, her family searched for answers — until an unexpected break finally led investigators to her remains and two people accused of her murder.

Plus, Barry Morphew is back in the headlines while awaiting trial for the murder of his wife, Suzanne — and this time it has nothing to do with the murder case itself. An alleged hit-and-run caught on camera got the attention of the judge overseeing his case and resulted in some much stricter bond conditions.

And in Juror Notes:

• Bryan Kohberger adds another attorney to his new legal team — and that attorney is hinting there may be much more coming in the fight to undo Kohberger’s guilty plea.

• Tyler Robinson takes another step toward trial in the murder of Charlie Kirk.

• There’s a surprising change at the defense table in the D4vd case — and Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s family has some questions about it.

• Another setback for Mackenzie Shirilla as she continues challenging her convictions following renewed attention from Netflix’s The Crash.

• And we’ll look ahead to an important sentencing decision coming next week in the Blaise Taylor case.

Finally, after more than five weeks of testimony and an extraordinarily long verdict watch, the Lindsay Clancy trial is nearing its end. The final episode of our 13th Juror Lindsay Clancy series will be out as soon as we officially know how this trial ends.

And then, by popular demand, we’re heading to Florida.

The next case on 13th Juror: the trial of Mario Fernandez Saldana for the murder of Jared Bridegan.

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This week’s Court Report is packed with verdicts, plea deals, courtroom twists, and some very unexpected developments in cases we’ve been following for months.

A former college cheerleader admits what really happened to her newborn after initially telling investigators a very different story.

We finally have a verdict in the Jared Bridegan murder-for-hire case — but almost immediately afterward, a shocking new allegation throws the next trial into uncertainty.

Karmelo Anthony’s new defense team gets an answer on their fight for a new trial, while Bryan Kohberger launches a new battle over the guilty plea that was supposed to bring his case to an end.

And because apparently the Murdaugh case will never stop giving us updates, we have TWO this week — including a bold courtroom claim about Alex Murdaugh passing a polygraph “with flying colors” that prompted prosecutors to file a correction with the court…and ultimately forced his own attorney to admit he got it wrong.

Plus, Buster Murdaugh gets a significant ruling in his defamation lawsuit, an American Idol alum accused of murdering his wife loses a pretrial fight, and the first-ever murder trial in Tupac Shakur’s death is heading toward the jury.

And finally, in Juror Notes, we’ll check in on a few cases we’re watching — including Lindsay Clancy, whose fate is now officially in the hands of the jury.

All of that and more in this week’s Court Report.

Four experts. Much of the same evidence. Very different conclusions.

As the Lindsay Clancy trial moves toward closing arguments, we're breaking down the testimony that could ultimately determine the verdict: Was Lindsay Clancy criminally responsible for the deaths of her children?

In this episode, we look at the defense's final witnesses, including Dr. Phillip Resnick, before putting his conclusions side-by-side with the Commonwealth's rebuttal experts—Dr. Avram Mack, Dr. Kirk Heilbrun, and Dr. Gregory Saathoff.  

We break down where the experts surprisingly agree, where their opinions sharply diverge, and how the same evidence led them to completely different conclusions about Lindsay's diagnosis, psychosis, the reported command hallucination, and ultimately criminal responsibility.  

And now that all of the testimony is in, we take a bigger look at the Commonwealth's case: Does the theory prosecutors presented in opening statements still fit the evidence that actually came out at trial? And most importantly, have they proven Lindsay's criminal responsibility beyond a reasonable doubt? 

As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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This week on Court Report, we’re catching up on a packed week of major developments in cases we’ve been following.

A familiar name is back in court as the fight over a high-profile retrial heats up, while Luigi Mangione makes a major decision in his federal case. We also have an update in the Jared Bridegan murder case as another defendant heads to trial—and new developments in a case we’ve been following close to home.

Plus, nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur was killed, a jury is finally hearing the case against Keffe D—and some of the testimony is already getting wild.

We’ll also talk about a convicted teenager whose trial judge has now been removed from his case, surprising evidence the original jury never heard, and several quick Juror Notes involving appeals, sentencing, upcoming trials, and one jury that may actually have to come back to court and explain its verdict.

A lot happened this week. Let’s get into it.

This week on 13th Juror, we’re continuing our coverage of the Lindsay Clancy trial as the prosecution rests its case and the defense finally takes over.

We break down the digital evidence prosecutors used to reconstruct Lindsay’s final hours before the children were killed—and then hear from the people who knew Lindsay best, who describe the mother and nurse she was before watching her mental health deteriorate in the months leading up to January 24.

Then, we finally get to the heart of the defense case: the experts. What does psychosis actually look like? Can someone experiencing psychosis still drive, make phone calls, Google directions, and appear completely normal? And what do the experts believe was happening inside Lindsay’s mind when she killed her children?

We’ll also break down some of the week’s most contentious cross-examinations—including a surprising exchange with Patrick’s mother, Sue Clancy, and the prosecution’s attempts to challenge the defense experts and Lindsay’s claims of hearing a voice.

With the defense nearing the end of its case and rebuttal testimony still to come, the central question of this trial is finally taking shape: Was Lindsay Clancy criminally responsible for what she did?

As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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This week on Court Report, we have a supersized episode packed with major courtroom developments, surprising plea deals, new murder charges, and several trials that are about to get underway.

In this episode:

• Courtney Clenney: A case that appeared headed for a highly publicized murder trial comes to a sudden end with a plea deal—and the sentence is already generating plenty of conversation.

• Luigi Mangione: With his state murder trial just weeks away, a surprise development in his separate federal case could potentially change everything.

• New Charges: A Massachusetts teenager is accused of murdering his mother and younger brother—and prosecutors are pointing to disturbing internet activity from before the killings.

• Alex Murdaugh: His murder retrial is still months away, but his attorneys are now making a much bigger argument: that the case shouldn't go back to trial at all.

• A Bizarre Legal Twist: A plastic surgeon facing a death-penalty murder trial has made a major decision about who will represent him in court.

• Trials to Watch: The first trial in the alleged murder-for-hire plot that killed Jared Bridegan begins next week—and prosecutors have revealed a new detail about what they believe happened at the scene. Plus, the Lindsay Clancy trial is heating up as testimony turns increasingly toward her mental health and treatment.

• Juror Notes: Quick updates on Tyler Robinson, Tiffany Haddish, Joseph and Kendra Duggar, and the long-awaited Tupac Shakur murder trial.

It is a very busy week in court, so grab your juror notes and let's get into it. As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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This week on 13th Juror, we’re continuing our coverage of the Lindsay Clancy trial, breaking down days 8 through 12 as the focus shifts heavily toward Lindsay’s mental health treatment.

We piece together the complicated timeline of psychiatrists, therapists, emergency visits, inpatient treatment, telehealth appointments, and numerous medication changes—and ask one of the biggest questions emerging from the testimony: Why wasn’t Lindsay getting better?

We’ll look at what Lindsay was reporting to her providers, concerns about side effects, gaps in continuity of care, and testimony suggesting that at least one provider questioned whether her original diagnosis was correct.

Finally, the week ends with incredibly difficult forensic testimony about the deaths of Cora, Dawson, and Callan—and an emotional moment that became so overwhelming that the judge temporarily cleared the courtroom.

As the prosecution moves closer to resting its case, the battle over what was happening inside Lindsay Clancy’s mind—and whether anyone recognized it in time—is just beginning.

This week on Court Report, we're breaking down the biggest courtroom headlines and true crime stories making news across the country.

In this episode:

 • Idaho In-N-Out Shooting: A Saturday afternoon turned into a nightmare when a gunman opened fire inside a crowded In-N-Out restaurant. What investigators know so far—and how two ordinary people may have prevented an even greater tragedy. 

 • Sidney Starr: The Love & Hip Hop: New York personality is facing serious felony charges involving a child. Newly released court documents reveal what investigators say happened inside a Georgia hotel room. 

 • Valeria Márquez: More than a year after the beauty influencer was gunned down during a TikTok livestream, authorities make a major arrest with alleged ties to one of Mexico's most powerful cartels. 

• Keffe D: Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur's murder, the only man ever charged is finally headed to trial. We'll explain how his own words may become the prosecution's most powerful evidence.

• Sarah Grace Patrick: A trial we've been watching takes another unexpected turn as new questions over the investigation force yet another delay.

• Gerhardt Konig: The Hawaii doctor convicted of attacking his wife says the jury got it wrong. Now his attorneys are pointing to post-verdict juror comments—and allegations of outside influence—in an effort to win a new trial.

• Courtney Clenney: A surprise plea agreement, a confidential civil settlement, and what could be the final chapter in one of the country's most closely watched homicide cases.

• Lindsay Clancy: Plus, a quick reminder that our in-depth, week-by-week coverage of the Lindsay Clancy trial continues right here on the 13th Juror Podcast, where we're breaking down every witness, every legal issue, and every major development as the trial unfolds.

As always, we'll separate fact from speculation, explain the legal issues in plain English, and get you caught up on everything happening in the world of true crime.

 Lindsay Clancy Trial: The Toxicology Report, Journal Entries & The Nanny Testifies | Days 3–7 

This week, the prosecution continues building its case against Lindsay Clancy as jurors hear testimony from first responders, medical professionals, crime scene investigators, and forensic experts. Prosecutors reveal the results of Lindsay's toxicology report, introduce excerpts from her personal journals, and call the family's former nanny to the stand. Plus, why the battle over Lindsay's mental state is only just beginning.

If you're following this trial, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

This week on Court Report, we're breaking down the biggest courtroom headlines and true crime stories making news across the country.

In this episode:

• Apalachee High School: The sentencing of Colt Gray and his father, Colin Gray, marks the conclusion of one of the most heartbreaking school shooting cases in recent history.

• Lindsay Clancy: Opening statements begin in one of the most anticipated—and controversial—murder trials of the year. Plus, why I'll be covering this case week by week on 13th Juror.

• Bryan Kohberger: Just one year after pleading guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students, Kohberger now says he's innocent and wants to take it all back. What exactly is he asking the court to do?

• Nolan Wells: As online speculation reaches a fever pitch, we separate verified evidence from internet rumors and discuss why the search for answers is becoming increasingly complicated.

• Sara Duffey: A viral TikTok, allegations against her estranged husband, and a tragedy that has captured national attention.

• D4vd: Prosecutors reveal new evidence during the singer's preliminary hearing as they begin laying out their case in court.

As always, we'll separate fact from speculation, explain the legal issues in plain English, and get you caught up on everything happening in the world of true crime. 

On January 24, 2023, Patrick Clancy came home expecting to find his wife and three young children getting ready for dinner. Instead, he walked into a nightmare that would make headlines around the world and ignite one of the most controversial criminal cases in recent memory.

The facts of what happened that evening are not in dispute. The question is why it happened.

In Part One of my coverage of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. Lindsay Clancy, we break down the opening statements that introduced two completely different explanations for this tragedy. The prosecution argues Lindsay carefully planned the murders of her three children and knew exactly what she was doing. The defense says this case is about postpartum psychosis, an undiagnosed bipolar disorder, and a desperate mother whose months-long mental health crisis spiraled beyond anyone's understanding.

We'll also walk through the emotional testimony of Patrick Clancy, who took the stand and described the family they built together, Lindsay's escalating mental health struggles, and the unimaginable moments when he returned home that evening.

As always, I'll lay out the evidence, explain the legal arguments from both sides, and let you be the 13th Juror.

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This week on Court Report, we're breaking down some of the biggest courtroom developments from across the country.

In this episode:

• Kianna Davis: A former teacher's murder trial comes to a dramatic halt after jurors can't reach a verdict.

• Apalachee High School Shooting: Colt Gray pleads guilty as heartbreaking victim impact statements unfold in court.

• New Charges: Updates in the Andrew and Tristan Tate case as prosecutors unveil a sweeping new indictment.

• D4vd Preliminary Hearing: Prosecutors reveal disturbing new evidence in the murder case against the rising music star, including text messages, digital evidence, and testimony that left Celeste Rivas Hernandez's family unable to remain in the courtroom.

• Lindsay Clancy: One of the year's most anticipated murder trials is officially underway.

• Scott Peterson: A new documentary is reigniting debate over one of America's most infamous murder cases—but has anything actually changed in court?

Join me as we break down the facts, explain the legal issues, and separate what's happening in the courtroom from what's making headlines.

This week on Court Report, we're breaking down the biggest courtroom headlines, verdicts, and legal developments from across the country.

In this episode:

• Isaac Apodaca: A jury reaches a verdict in the disturbing sword murder case.

• Florida Rep. Fabian Basabe: A Florida lawmaker accused of sexual harassment and defamation represented himself in court.

• Jason Coulthart: A shocking homicide case out of the Florida Panhandle continues to grow as more people are arrested for allegedly helping the murder suspect evade capture.

• Kianna Davis: Jurors are now deliberating in the heartbreaking trial of a former teacher accused of murdering her two-year-old son.

• Nolan Wells: Newly released audio and GPS data provide new insight into the day the Mississippi teen disappeared.

• Mandy Matney: The Murdaugh reporter and podcaster has been held in civil contempt and ordered to pay more than $176,000 after a judge ruled she willfully violated a court order.

• Letecia Stauch: Prosecutors ask the Colorado Supreme Court to review the decision overturning Letecia Stauch's murder convictions in the death of her stepson, Gannon.

• Lindsay Clancy: Jury selection begins in one of the most anticipated trials of the year, where the central question won't be what happened—but whether Lindsay Clancy was legally responsible for it.

Whether you're following these cases closely or just trying to stay up to date, this episode covers the latest verdicts, appeals, investigations, and courtroom developments you need to know.

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It was supposed to be the perfect start to spring break. Three teenage girls spent the evening at the movies before deciding to grab a late-night meal at McDonald's. As they laughed, filmed videos on their phones, and walked down a quiet back road in Cape Coral, they had no idea another group of teenagers was driving toward them.

Within moments, everything changed.

In this episode of 13th Juror, we unravel the events of that night, the investigation that followed, and the trial that asked one critical question: Who was responsible for pulling the trigger? From surveillance footage and digital evidence to two completely different versions of what happened on that dark road, this is the heartbreaking story behind Florida v. Thomas Stein.

As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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The assassination of Charlie Kirk shocked the nation and ignited a firestorm of speculation unlike almost any recent criminal case. Within hours, surveillance footage spread across social media, conspiracy theories exploded, and millions of people began asking the same question: Did investigators arrest the right person?

In this episode of 13th Juror, we break down the prosecution's evidence presented during Tyler Robinson's five-day preliminary hearing. From surveillance footage and forensic testing to text messages, DNA evidence, and the rifle recovered near the scene, we examine how prosecutors say they identified Robinson as the man who killed Charlie Kirk.

We also take a closer look at the conspiracy theories that dominated the internet, the questions raised about the investigation, and what was actually presented under oath in court.

Did prosecutors present enough evidence to move this case toward trial? And does the evidence answer the questions that have fueled months of online debate?

As always, I'll lay out the evidence so you can be the 13th Juror and decide for yourself.

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This week on Court Report, we’re breaking down some of the biggest courtroom headlines and legal developments from across the country.

The Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing dominated the headlines this week, but with days of testimony, major evidence, and complicated legal arguments to unpack, that case deserves more than a quick update. A full episode covering the hearing will be released Saturday morning.

In this episode:

• Karmelo Anthony:  The defense is asking for his guilty verdict to be thrown out and wants the trial judge removed from the case. We'll break down why. 

• Andrea Shaw:  The anti-vaccine activist who blamed routine immunizations for the deaths of her twins is now facing murder charges herself. 

• The Ohio “House of Horrors” Case:  Sixteen children were discovered living in horrific conditions inside one home, and new details about the family's background raise even more questions. 

• Barry Morphew:  A major scheduling decision pushes the case back again, while prosecutors reveal new evidence they hope to present at trial. 

• New Mexico v. Isaac Apodaca:  A disturbing murder trial involving a sword, a love triangle, and a co-defendant who has agreed to testify is now underway. 

• Karen Read Civil Case:  New filings challenge a judge's handling of a high-profile civil dispute, but the latest ruling leaves plenty of unanswered questions. 

Whether you're following these cases closely or just trying to stay up to date, this episode covers the latest filings, hearings, verdicts, and courtroom developments you need to know.

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Welcome back to Court Report, your weekly roundup of the biggest developments happening in the courts and the cases we're following.

This week, we're breaking down:

• The guilty verdict in the Blaise Taylor murder trial and what jurors ultimately decided.

• A new motion filed by Courtney Clenney's defense over potential character evidence involving Christian Obumseli.

• The latest development in the Kouri Richins case after the judge recused himself from the proceedings.

• New filings and what's next in the Karen Read case.

• The latest hearing in Alex Murdaugh's upcoming retrial, including the newly scheduled trial date, the defense's request for advanced DNA testing, and what prosecutors had to say in response.

• The FBI's warning that several recently circulated ransom notes tied to high-profile investigations are fraudulent—and why investigators say misinformation like this can complicate active investigations.

Whether you're following these cases closely or just trying to stay up to date, this episode covers the latest filings, hearings, verdicts, and courtroom developments you need to know.

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A young expectant mother. A date night spent cooking dinner and painting canvases for her unborn daughter's nursery. Less than 24 hours later, she was in cardiac arrest, and both she and her unborn child would ultimately die.

At first, it appeared to be a tragic medical emergency. Blaise Taylor told 911 dispatchers he believed Jade Benning was suffering from an allergic reaction. But as investigators began piecing together Jade's final hours, a very different story emerged—one involving a phone call to her best friend, toxicology results, and allegations that would ultimately lead to murder charges.

In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the relationship between Jade Benning and Blaise Taylor, the events leading up to that February night, the investigation that followed, and the evidence presented during the Tennessee murder trial. We also break down the prosecution's theory that Jade was intentionally poisoned, the defense's challenges to the investigation and forensic evidence, and the verdict that ultimately decided Blaise Taylor's fate.

How do you prove a murder when there are no eyewitnesses? And when a case is built almost entirely on circumstantial evidence, what does it take to convince twelve jurors beyond a reasonable doubt?

As always, we leave that decision where it belongs—with the jury.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Court Report—a new weekly series from the 13th Juror Podcast.

If you've been listening to 13th Juror for a while, you know our regular episodes take a deep dive into one case at a time. But every week, there are verdicts, arrests, indictments, trials, appeals, and major case developments that deserve attention too.

That's where Court Report comes in.

Each week, I'll bring you a quick roundup of the biggest courtroom headlines and true crime developments happening across the country, so you can stay up to date on the cases everyone is talking about.

In this week's Court Report:

• George Pino is acquitted in the fatal Biscayne Bay boating case.

• A jury reaches a verdict in the Zarrius Hildabrand murder trial.

• New criminal charges are filed against Micah Smith in Utah.

• A double murder shocks my hometown of Walton County, Georgia.

• The Blaise Taylor murder trial gets underway in Nashville.

• Alex Murdaugh's attorneys make major new filings ahead of his retrial.

• New details emerge in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.

• Plus, we'll look ahead to what's next in the Luigi Mangione case.

Whether you're here for the deep dives or just want to stay current on the latest courtroom developments, Court Report is your weekly companion to the 13th Juror Podcast.

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A confrontation at a high school track meet. A knife pulled in seconds. One teenager dead, another claiming he acted in self-defense.

On April 2, 2025, 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed during a dispute at a track meet in Frisco, Texas. Witnesses described a brief confrontation between Metcalf and fellow student Karmelo Anthony before the encounter turned deadly.

What followed was a case that quickly became one of the most debated stories in the country. Supporters argued Anthony acted in self-defense after being confronted and feared for his safety. Others pointed to witness testimony and the circumstances surrounding the stabbing, arguing the evidence told a very different story.

In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the events leading up to the fatal encounter, the investigation, the evidence presented at trial, the self-defense claim, and the arguments made by both sides. We also explore the public reaction, the misinformation that spread online, and the jury's decision that ultimately determined Anthony's fate.

How do jurors evaluate a self-defense claim? And when does a perceived threat justify the use of deadly force?

As always, we leave that decision where it belongs—with the jury.

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When a teenage girl disappeared from her Arkansas home in the middle of the night, her parents immediately feared she had been taken by the man accused of sexually abusing her.

Months earlier, 67-year-old Michael Fosler had been arrested and charged with 43 felony counts involving a child. Despite the allegations, he was released on bond while awaiting trial.

Then, on October 8, 2024, everything came to a head.

What followed was a frantic search, a pursuit through rural Lonoke County, and a confrontation that left Fosler dead.

Authorities charged Aaron Spencer with murder. Supporters rallied behind him, arguing he was a father trying to protect his child. Prosecutors alleged he crossed a line and took justice into his own hands.

In this episode of 13th Juror, we examine the allegations against Fosler, the events leading up to that night, the evidence investigators uncovered, and the legal battle that followed.

Where is the line between protection and vigilantism? And what happens when a family believes the justice system has failed them?

Listen as we unravel one of Arkansas's most controversial cases.

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One year after her acquittal, Karen Read is back in court—this time as the plaintiff.

In this special update episode, we break down the explosive civil lawsuit Karen Read has filed against the Massachusetts State Police and the Town of Canton. The complaint alleges misconduct, bias, and institutional failures that Read claims contributed to her prosecution in the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe.

We examine the text messages at the center of the lawsuit, the responses from law enforcement agencies, Karen Read's appearance on the Today Show, and the growing web of civil litigation surrounding the case—including the wrongful death lawsuit filed by O'Keefe's family and the ongoing legal battles involving witnesses from the criminal trial.

What happens next, and what could discovery reveal?

All allegations discussed in this episode are claims made in court filings and have not been proven in court.

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Everyone saw Jack Ruby pull the trigger. But what was happening inside his mind in the moments before he killed Lee Harvey Oswald? From claims of psychomotor epilepsy to suspicions of larger conspiracies, the defense attempts to explain one of the most shocking moments in American history.

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After President John F. Kennedy was assassinated, the world searched for answers until Jack Ruby stepped out of a crowded police basement and killed Lee Harvey Oswald on live television. Was he a grieving patriot overcome with emotion or a man who deliberately silenced the accused assassin before he could stand trial?

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Years after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh shocked the nation, the legal system is once again under the microscope. With allegations of outside influence and misconduct threatening the integrity of the verdict, the possibility of a retrial could change everything.

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The downfall of Alex Murdaugh shocked the nation when a powerful attorney from one of South Carolina’s most influential legal dynasties was accused of murdering his wife and son. Explore the prosecution’s theory, the defense’s fight for reasonable doubt, and the key moments that led jurors to a guilty verdict in one of the country’s most high-profile trials.

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Go beyond the courtroom with exclusive interviews featuring Jamie Snow and a key advocate fighting for his release. As new evidence and overlooked details emerge, the curtain is pulled back on a conviction that may not be as solid as it once seemed.

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The case against Jamie Snow hinges on witness testimony, but what if those stories don’t hold up? With no DNA, no weapon, and conflicting testimonies, the question becomes: was this a conviction based on truth or on a carefully constructed narrative? The defense argues that when you strip away unreliable testimony, what’s left may not be enough to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

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