On November 18, 1978, followers of the People’s Temple in Jonestown, Guyana took part in an act of “Revolutionary Suicide” at the urging of their leader, Jim Jones.
This week we tell the story of the rise of Jim Jones and the People’s Temple that ultimately lead to over 900 deaths – 300 of which were children.
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The Tragic Death of Emma Walker
16-year-old Emma Walker had a whole life ahead of her. Until that life was taken away by a relationship that ended badly. If you or a loved one are involved in a domestic abuse relationship, please reach out to www.thehotline.org or call 800.799.SAFE (7233). Help is out there.
The Infamous Black Dahlia Murder
On January 15th, 1947 a body was found in Leimert Park, California. The body was later identified as aspiring actress Elizabeth Short. The events leading up to her discovery and the reason why she was killed remains a mystery and is still one of the most prolific killings in history. She always said she wanted to be famous….now she’s infamous.
The Bell Witch of Tennessee
Welcome to another Supernatural Episode of True Crime and Chill. We are so excited to be introducing our new series of local lore from each of the United States. This week we are covering the Bell Witch of Tennessee. In 1804 John Bell Sr moved to Adams, Tennessee with his wife and children. They had …
Who Killed Shauna Howe?
In October of 1992, Oil City, Pennsylvania became known as the town that canceled Halloween after the murder of an 11-year-old little girl. For 13 years her murder remained unsolved…until a detective made a startling discovery. Photos, Credits, and Sources: All Credits and Information for the episode can be found below: Cold Case …
The West Memphis 3 – Part 2
On May 6th, 1993 three boys were found dead in the Devils Den area of Robin Hood Hills in West Memphis, Arkansas. Immediately the town cried cult activity and looked at three teenagers that stood out. However, new evidence that came to light exonerated the teens and have people now asking. If Damien Echols, Jessie …
The West Memphis Three – Part 1
On May 6th, 1993 three boys were found dead in the Devils Den area of Robin Hood Hills in West Memphis, Arkansas. Immediately the town cried cult activity and looked at three teenagers that stood out. However, new evidence that came to light exonerated the teens and have people now asking. If Damien Echols, Jessie …
The Disturbing Cold Case of Sarah Saganitso
June of 1987, Sara Saganitso was a housekeeper at the Flagstaff Medical Center in Arizona. She was 40 years old and a member of the Navajo tribe. She was working her first late shift. The next morning, her family became worried when she didn’t come home. They went to the medical center, and that’s when …
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The Horrific San Ysidro Massacre
On July 18, 1984, families converged at a local McDonalds in San Ysidro, California for a meal and to let the kids play. Little did they know, their entire world would change over the course of just 77 minutes. *Disclaimer* This story is a little more graphic than our other ones. Below in the credits, …
The Chilling Murder of the Watts Family
August 13, 2018 was a quiet morning in Fredrick, Colorado – until the news came out that a pregnant mom and her two daughters were missing. Two days later the public found out that the father who was on tv pleading for his family’s safe return was in fact the one that killed them. Was …