Crime Stories with Nancy Grace

Join Nancy Grace and high-profile attorney Dale Carson as they delve into the ongoing legal saga of Alex Murdaugh. Explore Murdaugh's claims of innocence in the double murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, and question whether it's a strategic move to strengthen his appeal. Discover the latest developments, including Murdaugh's retraction of his account regarding the tragic death of housekeeper Gloria Satterfield, leading to an insurance company's lawsuit for $4.3 million. Gain insight into Murdaugh's motivations and Dale's expert analysis in this gripping discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 5-year-old Georgia boy, Cairo Ammar Jordan, found dead in a suitcase in Indiana laid to rest. His mother, Dejuane Ludie accused in his death, but she is still at large.  Indiana police say another suspect, 40-year-old Dawn Elaine Coleman of Shreveport, Louisiana, is in custody.   Investigators say the little boy died from an electrolyte imbalance. The medical examiner says that the imbalance was most likely due to a “viral gastroenteritis” caused by excessive vomiting or diarrhea.  Toxicology tests came back negative and the boy had no severe injuries. Police do not believe the boy was alive when he was placed inside the suitcase.  A mushroom hunter found the hardshell suitcase, which features the famous “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign. The boy's mother posted online recently saying she believed the child was really a 100-year-old demon. TIPLINE:  Indiana State Police (888) 437-6432 (within Indiana) or Detective Matt Busick, Indiana State Police in Sellersburg (812) 248-4374 or (800) 872-6743 Joining Nancy Grace Today: Steve Kramer - Former FBI Attorney and Federal Prosecutor, President: Indago Solutions, Indago.ai, Led the team that identified the Golden State Killer, Co-Founder of the FBI's Forensic Genetic Genealogy (FGG) Program Dr. Thomas Plante - The Augustin Cardinal Bea, S.J., Professor of Psychology and Religious Studies, Santa Clara University; Adjunct Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine;  Editor, Spirituality in Clinical Practice;  Author: " Human Interaction with the Divine, the Sacred, and the Deceased: Psychological, Scientific, and Theological Perspectives." Detective Matt Busick - Investigations, Indiana State Police (Sellersburg, IN)  Joe Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan" Max Lewis - Reporter, FOX59 (Indianapolis), Twitter/Instagram: @MaxLewisTV, Facebook.com/MaxLewisTV  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Riley shares with the social world her battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph system. Over a seven-year period, her physical battles including losing her hair, and endless hospital visits are the focus of repeated posts. Thousands of dollars in donations start coming in, and people in her community step up to help.  Then, journalist Nancy Moscatiello gets an anonymous tip. Riley is lying and the investigation is on. 'Scamanda' a new podcast by Lionsgate Sound, can be found at the link below. Follow the episodes as they detail what led to Riley’s unraveling.  Joining Nancy Grace Today: Lindsey Wilder - Former Church Member/Friend Caryn Stark - Psychologist- Trauma and Crime Expert; Twitter: @carnpsych  Jose Martinez - Former Detective (who worked the case) Nancy Moscatiello - Investigative Producer, Co-Executive Producer: 'Scamanda' Charlie Webster - Host of ‘Scamanda;' Award-winning Journalist and Broadcaster; Creative Director at Lionsgate Sound; Twitter @charliecw See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Grace sits down with Forensics professor and host of “Body Bags” Joseph Scott Morgan, to break down what would have happened to Eric Richins after drinking the fentanyl laced ‘Moscow Mule’ his wife Kouri Richins poured for him. Is an opioid overdose a peaceful death? Can first responders determine if Richins performed CPR on her husband? Join us to hear Joseph Scott Morgan’s thoughts. Be sure to check out Body Bags on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/body-bags-with-joseph-scott-morgan/id1587763116See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Middle school teacher lets student borrow her vape pen. Man dances naked in the street, prompting several 911 calls. For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Grace is joined by longtime friend and Cold Case Investigative Research Institute Founder, Sheryl McCollum to discuss Jordan van der Sloot's divorce news from wife and mother to his child, Leidy Figueroa. Van der Sloot apparently wants to be with a new girlfriend, who's been helping him smuggle drugs into prison. Join us for Nancy and Sheryl's reactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a night out with friends, Madeline Pantoja returned home, then stopped responding to texts and phone calls. One of Pantoja’s friends and a sibling went to her apartment, but the door was locked and no one answered. Midland police were called. Officers broke in and found Pantoja’s phone, keys and her dog inside. Her car was also still in the parking lot. Information began filtering in from neighbors who heard arguing from both inside and outside the apartment and screaming around 1 a.m. Surveillance cameras caught a pickup truck speeding away from the home.   Pantoja’s father says they are searching everywhere. People are using their drones to cover land and empty lots quickly, and sending the family videos and pictures of the footage. The family has also had offers of horses for searchers. Madeline Pantoja is approximately 5-feet 4-inches tall and 130 pounds with long dark hair. She has two butterfly tattoos behind her right ear and a tattoo of a snake on her right arm. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Jasmine Hernandez - Victim’s close friend (showed up at Madeline’s apartment the next day when she wasn’t answering her phone) https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-find-madeline #helpusfindmadeline Irv Miller - Criminal Defense Attorney, The Miller Firm; Legal Analyst: CBS2 Chicago WBBM-TV and Legal Technical Advisor to “THE GOOD WIFE” and “THE GOOD FIGHT”- CBS productions Dr. Carla Manly - Clinical Psychologist and Author: “Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships & Love Fearlessly" Dorian Bond - Private detective and owner of Bond Investigations Inc. in Dallas, TX. (largest African American-owned Private Investigative firm in the United States, Licensed in over 42 states and Canada for over 25 years); Former Detective in Arizona and Investigator on the “Baby Gabriel" case in Arizona; Twitter: @bondinvestigate Rachel Hallam - Reporter for KMID TV in Odessa, TX; Twitter: @rachelhallamtv See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball dad punches umpire for chastising his son. Hotel manager breaks into guests room to suck on his toes. For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Smyth, 19, is a standout freshman diver at the University of Utah.  He meets a young woman and after a brief conversation, they exchange contact information but go their separate ways. Later that afternoon, Smyth reaches out to the young woman and shows up at her dorm.     After some small talk, Ben suggests the two play a game of "truth or dare." Smyth reportedly starts kissing her and asking her about her sexual history. Smyth pushes her shoulders to lay her down on the floor. The woman pushes Smyth off of her and tells him she “does not want to do that." Even though the young woman tells Ben Smyth she does not want to have sex, the teen swimmer reportedly ignores her, takes off his shirt and pants, and grabs the woman by the back of her head, continuing the assault. When Smyth finds out he is the target of a sexual assault investigation, he cuts all ties and goes home to Canada.  Joining Nancy Grace Today: Donna Kelly - Former Utah Senior Deputy District Attorney and Attorney for Crime Victims Legal Clinic; Helped form the Utah County Sex Crimes Task Force   Scott Johnson - Forensic Psychologist (Minnesota - specializing in addressing sexual predators)   Jason Jensen - Salt Lake City, UT Private Investigator and Owner of Jensen Private Investigations; Co-founder: "Cold Case Coalition;" Twitter: @JasonJPI; Facebook/Instagram: "Jensen Investigations" Irv Brandt - Senior Inspector, US Marshals Service International Investigations Branch; Chief Inspector, DOJ Office of International Affairs; Author: “SOLO SHOT: CURSE OF THE BLUE STONE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON, ALSO "FLYING SOLO: Top of the World" Twitter: @JackSoloAuthor Rachel D. Fischer - Forensic Nurse Expert, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE); Expert Witness and Private Investigator; Author: "Taking Back the Pen;" Forensic Nursing Consulting and Education LLC Jared Page - Reporter for the Gephardt Daily News in Salt Lake City, UT; Twitter: @GephardtDaily  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6th grade teacher's aid asks students for sexual favors. Man burns down his home in fear of vampires.  For more crime and justice news go to crimeonline.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.