In today’s episode of the CRU, Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace dive into the case of Kouri Richins, a mother who was arrested for the murder of her husband. The two discuss the details of the case, including the prenup, the assets, and the secret bank accounts that Kouri opened. They also talk about the Valentine's Day incident, in which Kouri’s husband almost died from anaphylactic shock, and the texts that Kouri sent and deleted. The medical examiner said that Kouri’s husband died from five times the lethal dose of fentanyl, and it is believed that she gave him a Moscow Mule laced with the drug.

Tune into Zone 7 with Dr. Joni Johnston as she and Sheryl dissect the book that Kouri wrote following the death of her husband: Are you with me? Dr. Joni Johnston Weighs in Between the Lines: Crime, Confession, and Literature

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(5:00) Watch Nancy Grace on Merit Street Media
(5:30) History of Kouri Richins  
(8:00)  The first attempt on Eric's life
(10:40) The Valentine's Day incident
(16:25) Kouri’s sent a letter to her mother - suborning perjury
(22:30) Speculations around Kouri Richins book 

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 

In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/

Connect with Nancy: 

X: @nancygrace

Instagram:@thenancygrace

Facebook: @nancygrace

Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 

Connect with Sheryl:

Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com

X: @149Zone7

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

In today’s episode of the CRU, Sheryl McCollum and Nancy Grace dive into the case of Kouri Richins, a mother who was arrested for the murder of her husband. The two discuss the details of the case, including the prenup, the assets, and the secret bank accounts that Kouri opened. They also talk about the Valentine's Day incident, in which Kouri’s husband almost died from anaphylactic shock, and the texts that Kouri sent and deleted. The medical examiner said that Kouri’s husband died from five times the lethal dose of fentanyl, and it is believed that she gave him a Moscow Mule laced with the drug.
Tune into Zone 7 with Dr. Joni Johnston as she and Sheryl dissect the book that Kouri wrote following the death of her husband: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/are-you-with-me-dr-joni-johnston-weighs-in-between/id1660041219?i=1000623917804">Are you with me? Dr. Joni Johnston Weighs in Between the Lines: Crime, Confession, and Literature</a>
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   </li>
<li aria-level="1">(5:00) <a href="https://www.meritstreetmedia.com/shows/crime-stories-with-nancy-grace">Watch Nancy Grace on Merit Street Media</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">(5:30) History of Kouri Richins  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(8:00)  The first attempt on Eric's life</li>
<li aria-level="1">(10:40) The Valentine's Day incident</li>
<li aria-level="1">(16:25) Kouri’s sent a letter to her mother - suborning perjury</li>
<li aria-level="1">(22:30) Speculations around Kouri Richins book </li>
</ul>
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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - <a href="https://www.crimeonline.com/">https://www.crimeonline.com/</a>
Connect with Nancy: 
X:<a href="https://twitter.com/nancygrace?lang=en"> @nancygrace</a>
Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenancygrace/?hl=en"> @thenancygrace</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NancyGraceOfficial"> @nancygrace</a>
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X:<a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips"> @149Zone7</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/"> @sheryl.mccollum</a>

Work a cold case alongside investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, Director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. Every week, Sheryl dives into her cold case files alongside accomplished guests to look for clues into unsolved murders, missing people, and more. This ain’t just a podcast but a war room. Sheryl opens her cold case files, her heart and her little black book! You will quickly realize Zone 7 is not a place but a lifestyle!

Work a cold case alongside investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum, Director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. Every week, Sheryl dives into her cold case files alongside accomplished guests to look for clues into unsolved murders, missing people, and more. This ain’t just a podcast but a war room. Sheryl opens her cold case files, her heart and her little black book! You will quickly realize Zone 7 is not a place but a lifestyle!

Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum

5.17.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Kouri Richins | Murder by Moscow Mule?

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Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum debate the controversial Karen Read case in today's CRU. They examine the evidence, question the credibility of witnesses, and discuss the potential outcomes of the trial. Nancy and Sheryl highlight the procedural failures of the investigation, the intense public opinion, and the emotional toll on all parties involved. Ultimately Nancy and Sheryl leave the audience with potential outcomes of the trial. Did Karen murder John O’Keefe? Is this a police cover-up?

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(1:00) Sheryl and Nancy discuss the public reactions to Karen Read’s case 
(5:00) Discussion on the state's evidence and witness credibility
(7:30) Nancy’s opinion on the case 
(9:30) Sheryl argues lead investigators toughness and credibility
(10:45) Integrity of the prosecutor
(16:45) Determining the truth    
(22:00) Discussion on the potential outcomes of the trial
(27:00) Thoughts on Jennifer McCabe 
(34:00) Closing thoughts

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 

In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/

Connect with Nancy: 

X: @nancygrace

Instagram:@thenancygrace

Facebook: @nancygrace

Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 

Connect with Sheryl:

Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum debate the controversial Karen Read case in today's CRU. They examine the evidence, question the credibility of witnesses, and discuss the potential outcomes of the trial. Nancy and Sheryl highlight the procedural failures of the investigation, the intense public opinion, and the emotional toll on all parties involved. Ultimately Nancy and Sheryl leave the audience with potential outcomes of the trial. Did Karen murder John O’Keefe? Is this a police cover-up?
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   </li>
<li aria-level="1">(1:00) Sheryl and Nancy discuss the public reactions to Karen Read’s case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(5:00) Discussion on the state's evidence and witness credibility</li>
<li aria-level="1">(7:30) Nancy’s opinion on the case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(9:30) Sheryl argues lead investigators toughness and credibility</li>
<li aria-level="1">(10:45) Integrity of the prosecutor</li>
<li aria-level="1">(16:45) Determining the truth    </li>
<li aria-level="1">(22:00) Discussion on the potential outcomes of the trial</li>
<li aria-level="1">(27:00) Thoughts on Jennifer McCabe </li>
<li aria-level="1">(34:00) Closing thoughts</li>
</ul>
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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - <a href="https://www.crimeonline.com/">https://www.crimeonline.com/</a>
Connect with Nancy: 
X:<a href="https://twitter.com/nancygrace?lang=en"> @nancygrace</a>
Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenancygrace/?hl=en"> @thenancygrace</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NancyGraceOfficial"> @nancygrace</a>
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X:<a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips"> @ColdCaseTips</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/"> @sheryl.mccollum</a>

6.14.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Police Misconduct or Wrongful Accusation? The Karen Read Case

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On January 19, 2001, Athens-Clarke County firefighters found Tara Baker's body responding to a fire at her Athens apartment. The investigation determined that the fire was intentionally set, and investigators spent over two decades seeking answers in the case.

Guest Bio and Links:

Cameron Jay is a true crime junkie whose fascination with the subject comes from the heart- crime is personal. Having a second cousin who was murdered and a best friend killed at the hands of a distracted driver, Cameron believes in advocating for justice and seeking answers for all. Cameron obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from the University of West Georgia in May of 2024. Cameron is the host of Classic City Crime Podcast

Listeners can learn more about Cameron Jay at his website, and on IG @classiccitycrime

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, discusses the resolution of a 23-year-old cold case involving law student Tara Baker from Athens, Georgia. Joined by Cameron Jay, the host of the Classic City Crime Podcast, they dive into the investigation, the advocacy efforts, and the legislative impact of House Bill 88. Cameron also shares the perseverance of Tara's family, the power of community, and the technological advancements that led to solving this case.

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
(0:15) Sheryl gives a brief background of the case of Tara Baker
(3:00) Sheryl introduces guest, Cameron Jay and his role in advocating for Tara's case 
(6:00) Cameron Jay's connection to true crime and his motivation to start podcasting 
(8:00) House Bill 88
(11:30) Cold Case Accountability Act
(17:15) “You know, justice might be delayed sometimes, my friend, but it's still going to be right on time when it comes knocking.”
(20:00) Sheryl and Cameron discuss the possibilities behind how Tara’s case was solved
(27:00) A gift of gratitude 
(36:10) “I am Tara's mother. I always will be Tara's mother.”  -Virginia Baker.
Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! 

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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  

Social Links:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
Twitter: @ColdCaseTips
Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum
Instagram: @officialzone7podcast

On January 19, 2001, Athens-Clarke County firefighters found Tara Baker's body responding to a fire at her Athens apartment. The investigation determined that the fire was intentionally set, and investigators spent over two decades seeking answers in the case.
Guest Bio and Links:
Cameron Jay is a true crime junkie whose fascination with the subject comes from the heart- crime is personal. Having a second cousin who was murdered and a best friend killed at the hands of a distracted driver, Cameron believes in advocating for justice and seeking answers for all. Cameron obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from the University of West Georgia in May of 2024. Cameron is the host of <a href="https://classiccitycrimepodcast.com/">Classic City Crime Podcast</a>
Listeners can learn more about Cameron Jay at his <a href="https://classiccitycrimepodcast.com/">website</a>, and on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/classiccitycrime/">@classiccitycrime</a>
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, discusses the resolution of a 23-year-old cold case involving law student Tara Baker from Athens, Georgia. Joined by Cameron Jay, the host of the Classic City Crime Podcast, they dive into the investigation, the advocacy efforts, and the legislative impact of House Bill 88. Cameron also shares the perseverance of Tara's family, the power of community, and the technological advancements that led to solving this case.
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(0:15) Sheryl gives a brief background of the case of Tara Baker</li>
<li aria-level="1">(3:00) Sheryl introduces guest, Cameron Jay and his role in advocating for Tara's case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(6:00) Cameron Jay's connection to true crime and his motivation to start podcasting </li>
<li aria-level="1">(8:00) House Bill 88</li>
<li aria-level="1">(11:30) Cold Case Accountability Act</li>
<li aria-level="1">(17:15) “You know, justice might be delayed sometimes, my friend, but it's still going to be right on time when it comes knocking.”</li>
<li aria-level="1">(20:00) Sheryl and Cameron discuss the possibilities behind how Tara’s case was solved</li>
<li aria-level="1">(27:00) A gift of gratitude </li>
<li aria-level="1">(36:10) “I am Tara's mother. I always will be Tara's mother.”  -Virginia Baker.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Thanks for listening to another episode! If you’re loving the show and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! </li>
</ul>
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Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a collaboration between universities and colleges that brings researchers, practitioners, students and the criminal justice community together to advance techniques in solving cold cases and assist families and law enforcement with solvability factors for unsolved homicides, missing persons, and kidnapping cases.  
Social Links:
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<li aria-level="1">Email: <a href="mailto:coldcase2004@gmail.com">coldcase2004@gmail.com</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Twitter: <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips">@ColdCaseTips</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/">@sheryl.mccollum</a></li>
</ul>
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<li aria-level="1">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/officialzone7podcast/?img_index=1">@officialzone7podcast</a></li>
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The Heinous Murder of Tara Baker is Solved with Cameron Jay of the Classic City Crime Podcast

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In today’s CRU, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum examine the latest developments in the case of Rex Heuermann, the alleged Long Island Serial Killer. New evidence has surfaced linking Heuermann to additional victims, including a detailed playbook that outlines his methods for capturing and disposing of his victims. The hosts discuss the evolution of Heuermann's modus operandi and compare it to other notorious killers like Ted Bundy. 

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(0:10) Sheryl gives the latest on the Long Island Serial Killer case 
(1:00) Nancy discusses new evidence 
(3:45) Comparison to Ted Bundy's methods 
(5:20) Speculation on additional burial sites
(8:00) Nancy discusses the sexual pleasure L.I.S.K sought after
(15:00) Impact on Heuermann's family
(19:00) Nancy and Sheryl discuss speculations about the killing process
(22:30) Sheryl reminisces from crime con 2024

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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 

In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - https://www.crimeonline.com/

Connect with Nancy: 

X: @nancygrace

Instagram:@thenancygrace

Facebook: @nancygrace

Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 

Connect with Sheryl:

Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com

X: @ColdCaseTips

Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum

In today’s CRU, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum examine the latest developments in the case of Rex Heuermann, the alleged Long Island Serial Killer. New evidence has surfaced linking Heuermann to additional victims, including a detailed playbook that outlines his methods for capturing and disposing of his victims. The hosts discuss the evolution of Heuermann's modus operandi and compare it to other notorious killers like Ted Bundy. 
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   </li>
<li aria-level="1">(0:10) Sheryl gives the latest on the Long Island Serial Killer case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(1:00) Nancy discusses new evidence </li>
<li aria-level="1">(3:45) Comparison to Ted Bundy's methods </li>
<li aria-level="1">(5:20) Speculation on additional burial sites</li>
<li aria-level="1">(8:00) Nancy discusses the sexual pleasure L.I.S.K sought after</li>
<li aria-level="1">(15:00) Impact on Heuermann's family</li>
<li aria-level="1">(19:00) Nancy and Sheryl discuss speculations about the killing process</li>
<li aria-level="1">(22:30) Sheryl reminisces from crime con 2024</li>
</ul>
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Nancy Grace is an outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts. Nancy Grace had a perfect conviction record during her decade as a prosecutor. She is the founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com, a crime- fighting digital platform that investigates breaking crime news, spreads awareness of missing people and shines a light on cold cases. 
In addition, Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, a daily show hosted by Grace, airs on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111 and is downloadable as a podcast on all audio platforms - <a href="https://www.crimeonline.com/">https://www.crimeonline.com/</a>
Connect with Nancy: 
X:<a href="https://twitter.com/nancygrace?lang=en"> @nancygrace</a>
Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenancygrace/?hl=en"> @thenancygrace</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NancyGraceOfficial"> @nancygrace</a>
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an Emmy Award winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace, and a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department. She is the co-author of the textbook., Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. 
Connect with Sheryl:
Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com
X:<a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/coldcasetips"> @ColdCaseTips</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/"> @sheryl.mccollum</a>

6.7.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Long Island Serial Killer Suspect Charged with Two More Victims

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5.17.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Kouri Richins | Murder by Moscow Mule?

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