True Crime Time For December 29, 2025 | Missing During the Holidays, Crime Close to Home & Mental Health in the Spotlight

As the year comes to a close, True Crime Time For takes a reflective look at crime, resilience, and the human stories behind the headlines — especially during the holiday season.

In this episode, the hosts cover:

• The disappearance of Camilla Mendoza

• A Christmas Day rescue that brought hope amid tragedy

• A threatening incident in Miami on Christmas

• A suspect who stole a police patrol car in Seattle

• The case of Nino Breeze and the impact on his family

• An international drug trafficking incident

• Courtroom behavior tied to mental health concerns

• Controversies surrounding coaching culture and athlete well-being

Throughout the episode, the hosts explore how crime reaches far beyond the immediate incident, affecting families, communities, and institutions. The discussion underscores the importance of mental health awareness, ethical leadership, and community involvement — especially during times meant for togetherness and reflection.

00:00 – Year-End Reflections & Gratitude

02:20 – The Disappearance of Camilla Mendoza

05:50 – A Christmas Day Rescue

08:41 – A Christmas Threat in Miami

10:52 – Patrol Car Stolen in Seattle

16:37 – The Case of Nino Breeze

19:41 – International Drug Trafficking Incident

22:56 – Courtroom Antics & Mental Health Concerns

32:27 – Coaching Controversies in Sports

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This episode of True Crime Time explores missing person cases, holiday-season crimes, police incidents, and mental health challenges within the justice system and sports. The hosts emphasize community support, the role of technology in rescues, and the long-term impact crime has on victims, families, and society.

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