Kenneth McNally shot 59-year-old Samuel Holthaus in the face, tied an extension cord around his neck and the other end to the victim's pickup truck, dragged the mortally wounded man more than 300 feet, buried most of his body in a shallow grave, leaving his head sticking out from the ground. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the death of a well-liked man, Samuel Holthaus, by a man who was on probation for attacking a dog with an axe.

Kenneth McNally shot 59-year-old Samuel Holthaus in the face, tied an extension cord around his neck and the other end to the victim's pickup truck, dragged the mortally wounded man more than 300 feet, buried most of his body in a shallow grave, leaving his head sticking out from the ground. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss the death of a well-liked man, Samuel Holthaus, by a man who was on probation for attacking a dog with an axe.

Join Joseph Scott Morgan every week as he explores a world that not many have had a chance to visit, the realm of death. Jo Scott will lead listeners on a journey through the blood soaked death scenes of America and then into the autopsy room to fully understand the science behind each case. Jo Scott is one America’s leading experts on applied forensics and is regularly featured on ‘Crime Stories with Nancy Grace’, ‘The Piketon Massacre’, Court TV and more.

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Buried with Head Sticking Out of Ground: The Brutal Murder of Sam Holthaus

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Brady Harmon had been kept away from his children for years as his ex-wife and ex-mother-in-law made up wild claims of abuse to prevent the children from seeing their father. None of the claims were substantiated and the children were excited about the prospect of seeing their father for an extended visit. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss one of the most shocking and sad cases ever; the murder of Harper Harmon, 13, Hudson Harmon, 11, and 10-year-old twins, Gavin and Gracelynn Harmon, at the hands of their mother, Sarah Myers, 44 and grandmother, Amy Steadman, 64.

Highlights

00:01.420 Setting the Stage for Body Bags

04:43.779 The Tragic Discovery in Mechanicsville

05:53.570 The Investigation Unfolds

27:32.880 The Horrific Scene Inside

37:40.500 Unraveling the Mystery

39:55.200 The Shocking Discovery in Utah

44:13.430 A Planned and Premeditated Act

50:06.610 The Complexity of Toxicology in Decomposed

53:31.890 Reflections on Senseless Tragedies

Brady Harmon had been kept away from his children for years as his ex-wife and ex-mother-in-law made up wild claims of abuse to prevent the children from seeing their father. None of the claims were substantiated and the children were excited about the prospect of seeing their father for an extended visit. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss one of the most shocking and sad cases ever; the murder of Harper Harmon, 13, Hudson Harmon, 11, and 10-year-old twins, Gavin and Gracelynn Harmon, at the hands of their mother, Sarah Myers, 44 and grandmother, Amy Steadman, 64.
Highlights
00:01.420 Setting the Stage for Body Bags
04:43.779 The Tragic Discovery in Mechanicsville
05:53.570 The Investigation Unfolds
27:32.880 The Horrific Scene Inside
37:40.500 Unraveling the Mystery
39:55.200 The Shocking Discovery in Utah
44:13.430 A Planned and Premeditated Act
50:06.610 The Complexity of Toxicology in Decomposed
53:31.890 Reflections on Senseless Tragedies

Sicko Mom & Granny Kill 4 Children Before Suicide

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On June 19, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA, a park ranger notices a black BMW parked in a restricted area near Independence Mall. Hearing a woman inside the car say, "you're going to hurt me",  the Park Ranger decides to check things out. The driver is identified as Eugene Horsch. The female passenger produced identification bearing the name of Blair Tonzelli. Tonzelli had been reported missing in February 2023 BUT she had not been heard or seen since August 2022. The photo on the ID was the passenger's photo, NOT Tonzelli. Investigators determine the ID is fake. The woman tells investigators that Eugene Horsch gave her the ID. The woman tells investigators she needed the ID because she had outstanding warrants. This is how the "Philly House of Horrors" case began. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss what has been discovered thus far and explain the 55-gallon drums, dissolving chemicals, and pipes tied into the local underground sewer system. They will also investigate what has been found in the form of forensic evidence that might help explain a number of "missing person" cases over the last 20 years.

Highlights:

00:01.639   Serial Homicides and True Crime Fascination
01:30.280   The House of Horrors in Philly
06:08.300   A Routine Traffic Stop Turns Deadly
07:18.050   The Discovery at 417 West Chew Avenue
33:09.730   A Dark Legacy and Suspicious Findings
37:03.820   The Shocking Discovery of Missing Women
42:44.450   The Challenges of Forensic Investigation
45:00.460   The Extensive Search and DNA Concerns
46:14.810   Uncovering the Names and Urns
47:56.070   The Mystery of the Cremains
51:45.420   Closing Thoughts on a Complex Case

On June 19, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA, a park ranger notices a black BMW parked in a restricted area near Independence Mall. Hearing a woman inside the car say, "you're going to hurt me",&nbsp; the Park Ranger decides to check things out. The driver is identified as Eugene Horsch. The female passenger produced identification bearing the name of Blair Tonzelli. Tonzelli had been reported missing in February 2023 BUT she had not been heard or seen since August 2022. The photo on the ID was the passenger's photo, NOT Tonzelli. Investigators determine the ID is fake. The woman tells investigators that Eugene Horsch gave her the ID. The woman tells investigators she needed the ID because she had outstanding warrants. This is how the "Philly House of Horrors" case began. Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack discuss what has been discovered thus far and explain the 55-gallon drums, dissolving chemicals, and pipes tied into the local underground sewer system. They will also investigate what has been found in the form of forensic evidence that might help explain a number of "missing person" cases over the last 20 years.
Highlights:
00:01.639 &nbsp; Serial Homicides and True Crime Fascination 01:30.280 &nbsp; The House of Horrors in Philly 06:08.300 &nbsp; A Routine Traffic Stop Turns Deadly 07:18.050 &nbsp; The Discovery at 417 West Chew Avenue 33:09.730 &nbsp; A Dark Legacy and Suspicious Findings 37:03.820 &nbsp; The Shocking Discovery of Missing Women 42:44.450 &nbsp; The Challenges of Forensic Investigation 45:00.460 &nbsp; The Extensive Search and DNA Concerns 46:14.810 &nbsp; Uncovering the Names and Urns 47:56.070 &nbsp; The Mystery of the Cremains 51:45.420 &nbsp; Closing Thoughts on a Complex Case

Missing Women, Philly House Of Horrors! Dissolving Bodies & Snuff Films

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The trial of "Keffe D"Davis for the murder of Tupac has opened a lot of old wounds, reminding many people about the 90s East Coast / West Coast feud. The question is simple: Who called for the murder of Tupac, and how did he almost survive being shot in Las Vegas. Joseph Scott Morgan explains what really caused the death of Tupac as Dave Mack breaks down the battle that was raging in the Hip Hop world of the 1990s.

 

Highlights:

02:05.900 The Tupac Shooting: A Forensic Perspective

07:24.240 The Power of Gunfire and Evidence

14:46.030 Understanding Ammunition and Projectile

23:21.550 The Aftermath: Tupac's Injuries and Treatment

24:28.090 The Mechanics of Hollow Point Bullets

27:58.780 The Shooting on the Las Vegas Strip

34:17.280 Tupac's Injuries and Medical Response

43:02.739 The Search for the Glock 40

47:24.090 The Ongoing Trial and Forensic Challenges

49:02.930 Closing Thoughts on the Case

The trial of "Keffe D"Davis for the murder of Tupac has opened a lot of old wounds, reminding many people about the 90s East Coast / West Coast feud. The question is simple: Who called for the murder of Tupac, and how did he almost survive being shot in Las Vegas. Joseph Scott Morgan explains what really caused the death of Tupac as Dave Mack breaks down the battle that was raging in the Hip Hop world of the 1990s.
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Highlights:
02:05.900 The Tupac Shooting: A Forensic Perspective
07:24.240 The Power of Gunfire and Evidence
14:46.030 Understanding Ammunition and Projectile
23:21.550 The Aftermath: Tupac's Injuries and Treatment
24:28.090 The Mechanics of Hollow Point Bullets
27:58.780 The Shooting on the Las Vegas Strip
34:17.280 Tupac's Injuries and Medical Response
43:02.739 The Search for the Glock 40
47:24.090 The Ongoing Trial and Forensic Challenges
49:02.930 Closing Thoughts on the Case

Survived Nearly A Week After Shooting, What Really Killed Tupac?

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Buried with Head Sticking Out of Ground: The Brutal Murder of Sam Holthaus

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