Colt Gray is a 14-year-old student who is the suspect in the mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia on September 4, 2024.

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with is joined by Jack Fox, a former media professional turned statement analysis expert, to dissect the language used by a 14-year-old involved in a tragic school shooting in Georgia. Together, they explore the nuances of verbal cues and language that could signal deception, as Jack shares insights into how words can reveal hidden truths. 

Jack Fox is a seasoned statement analysis expert with a background in media. Having transitioned from shaping narratives to unraveling them, Jack has worked with law enforcement, private investigators, and professionals across various industries. He has developed a comprehensive system for analyzing language and identifying deception, which he shares on his channel, Never a Truer Word.

Listeners can learn more about Jack Fox at his website, and on X @truer_word

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
(1:20) Sheryl introduces Jack Fox to Zone 7
(2:45) Case Study - Colt Gray's School Shooting Incident
(6:00) Analyzing Colt Gray's Statements
(7:40) Indicators of Deception in Colt's Words
(12:00) The Complexity of Lying and Statement Analysis
(23:30) Detecting Deception in Words
(24:45) Analysis shifts to Colt’s father, Colin, and his responses
(31:00) Colin's Relationship with Law Enforcement
(32:00) Colt's Access to Guns
(38:00) The Importance of Taking Threats Seriously
(42:00) “Order is important. Often revealing priority.” -P.H
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

Colt Gray is a 14-year-old student who is the suspect in the mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia on September 4, 2024.
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with is joined by Jack Fox, a former media professional turned statement analysis expert, to dissect the language used by a 14-year-old involved in a tragic school shooting in Georgia. Together, they explore the nuances of verbal cues and language that could signal deception, as Jack shares insights into how words can reveal hidden truths. 
Jack Fox is a seasoned statement analysis expert with a background in media. Having transitioned from shaping narratives to unraveling them, Jack has worked with law enforcement, private investigators, and professionals across various industries. He has developed a comprehensive system for analyzing language and identifying deception, which he shares on his channel, Never a Truer Word.
Listeners can learn more about Jack Fox at his <a href="https://neveratruerword.start.page/">website</a>, and on X <a href="https://x.com/truer_word">@truer_word</a>
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">(1:20) Sheryl introduces Jack Fox to Zone 7</li>
<li aria-level="1">(2:45) Case Study - Colt Gray's School Shooting Incident</li>
<li aria-level="1">(6:00) Analyzing Colt Gray's Statements</li>
<li aria-level="1">(7:40) Indicators of Deception in Colt's Words</li>
<li aria-level="1">(12:00) The Complexity of Lying and Statement Analysis</li>
<li aria-level="1">(23:30) Detecting Deception in Words</li>
<li aria-level="1">(24:45) Analysis shifts to Colt’s father, Colin, and his responses</li>
<li aria-level="1">(31:00) Colin's Relationship with Law Enforcement</li>
<li aria-level="1">(32:00) Colt's Access to Guns</li>
<li aria-level="1">(38:00) The Importance of Taking Threats Seriously</li>
<li aria-level="1">(42:00) “Order is important. Often revealing priority.” -P.H</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:
<ul>
<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>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/officialzone7podcast/?img_index=1">@officialzone7podcast</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

Detecting Deception | Analyzing the Colt Gray Case with Jack Fox

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Today Nancy and Sheryl discuss the unfolding allegations against Sean Combs, highlighting the claims from over 100 individuals reporting to be his victims. Nancy and Sheryl dive into details about the alleged crimes, involving numerous parties and potential accomplices, including claims from victims reportedly as young as nine years old. The discussion covers the potential ramifications for celebrities who may have witnessed the alleged crimes and explores the ongoing legal investigations. Additionally, parallels are drawn with the Michael Jackson case to emphasize the severity of the allegations. 

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(0:20) Explosive Allegations Against Sean Combs
(2:30) “There is no such thing as a part-time rapist.” 
(6:30) The Modus Operandi and Victim Accounts 
(8:40) The Legal and Emotional Toll on Victims 
(10:00) The Investigation Goes International
(15:00) Potential Legal Outcomes and Witnesses 
(18:00) A disturbing video involving Combs is revealed 
(21:00) Nancy shares her thoughts on the emotional toll on the victims
(27:00) Hotline Set Up for Alleged Victims 

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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

Today Nancy and Sheryl discuss the unfolding allegations against Sean Combs, highlighting the claims from over 100 individuals reporting to be his victims. Nancy and Sheryl dive into details about the alleged crimes, involving numerous parties and potential accomplices, including claims from victims reportedly as young as nine years old. The discussion covers the potential ramifications for celebrities who may have witnessed the alleged crimes and explores the ongoing legal investigations. Additionally, parallels are drawn with the Michael Jackson case to emphasize the severity of the allegations. 
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   </li>
<li aria-level="1">(0:20) Explosive Allegations Against Sean Combs</li>
<li aria-level="1">(2:30) “There is no such thing as a part-time rapist.” </li>
<li aria-level="1">(6:30) The Modus Operandi and Victim Accounts </li>
<li aria-level="1">(8:40) The Legal and Emotional Toll on Victims </li>
<li aria-level="1">(10:00) The Investigation Goes International</li>
<li aria-level="1">(15:00) Potential Legal Outcomes and Witnesses </li>
<li aria-level="1">(18:00) A disturbing video involving Combs is revealed </li>
<li aria-level="1">(21:00) Nancy shares her thoughts on the emotional toll on the victims</li>
<li aria-level="1">(27:00) Hotline Set Up for Alleged Victims </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>

10.4.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Sean Combs Rising Victim Total

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Matt Murphy is a former homicide prosecutor with over 20 years of experience at the Orange County District Attorney’s office. He is currently a legal analyst for ABC News and an avid shark diver and surfer. His new book, The Book of Murder, chronicles his career and the lessons he learned from prosecuting some of the most notorious cases in Southern California.

Listeners can learn more about Matt Murphy at his website, or on IG @mattmurphylaw

Resources:

The Book of Murder : A Prosecutor’s Journey Through Love and Death 

In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Matt Murphy, a renowned legal analyst, former homicide prosecutor, and shark diver. With over 20 years of experience in the Orange County DA’s office, Matt shares his unique insights into solving cold cases, tackling notorious serial killer cases, and the emotional toll of bringing justice to victims and their families. The conversation also covers his new book, The Book of Murder: A Prosecutor's Journey Through Love and Death, and how his career has shaped his outlook on life.

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome back to Zone 7 with Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum  
(0:10) Sheryl introduces guest, Matt Murphy to Zone 7
(2:00) Matt Murphy's cold case approach
(5:20) “The only thing worse than losing a loved one is losing a loved one to murder. And the only thing worse than losing a loved one to murder is when the killer gets away with it.”
(10:00) Matt’s personal hobbies - shark diving 
(14:00) Teamwork and collaboration in solving cases
(20:00) Life as a homicide prosecutor - impact on personal life
(23:30) The importance of teamwork and mentorship
(30:30) The significance of bringing justice to murder victims’ families
(38:00) “Monsters can mask their true nature, especially in settin’s, where you get limited exposure to their full selves.”
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

Matt Murphy is a former homicide prosecutor with over 20 years of experience at the Orange County District Attorney’s office. He is currently a legal analyst for ABC News and an avid shark diver and surfer. His new book, The Book of Murder, chronicles his career and the lessons he learned from prosecuting some of the most notorious cases in Southern California.
Listeners can learn more about Matt Murphy at his <a href="https://www.mattmurphylaw.com/about-matt-murphy-law/">website</a>, or on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattmurphylaw/?hl=en">@mattmurphylaw</a>
Resources:
<a href="https://www.thebookofmurder.com/">The Book of Murder : A Prosecutor’s Journey Through Love and Death </a> 
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Matt Murphy, a renowned legal analyst, former homicide prosecutor, and shark diver. With over 20 years of experience in the Orange County DA’s office, Matt shares his unique insights into solving cold cases, tackling notorious serial killer cases, and the emotional toll of bringing justice to victims and their families. The conversation also covers his new book, The Book of Murder: A Prosecutor's Journey Through Love and Death, and how his career has shaped his outlook on life.
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">(0:10) Sheryl introduces guest, Matt Murphy to Zone 7</li>
<li aria-level="1">(2:00) Matt Murphy's cold case approach</li>
<li aria-level="1">(5:20) “The only thing worse than losing a loved one is losing a loved one to murder. And the only thing worse than losing a loved one to murder is when the killer gets away with it.”</li>
<li aria-level="1">(10:00) Matt’s personal hobbies - shark diving </li>
<li aria-level="1">(14:00) Teamwork and collaboration in solving cases</li>
<li aria-level="1">(20:00) Life as a homicide prosecutor - impact on personal life</li>
<li aria-level="1">(23:30) The importance of teamwork and mentorship</li>
<li aria-level="1">(30:30) The significance of bringing justice to murder victims’ families</li>
<li aria-level="1">(38:00) “Monsters can mask their true nature, especially in settin’s, where you get limited exposure to their full selves.”</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:
<ul>
<ul>
<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>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/officialzone7podcast/?img_index=1">@officialzone7podcast</a></li>
</ul>

Inside the Mind of a Homicide Prosecutor: A Conversation with Matt Murphy

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Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive into legal strategies, courtroom stories, and the upcoming trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. They draw comparisons between Combs' case and the unresolved Ghislaine Maxwell situation, highlighting the potential involvement of powerful figures. Nancy and Sheryl also reflect on a resurfaced moment when Mike Tyson confronted Combs, and the revelation of an 11th accuser speaking out against him.

Show Notes:
(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   
(0:20) Nancy's flashback to court mornings
(3:30) The Rolodex revelation 
(7:00) Comparison of Combs’ trial to the unresolved Ghislaine Maxwell case 
(10:00) ‘Reportedly’ by Kim Porter
(12:30) Victims coming forward in case  
(14:00) Gloria Allred's speaks out 
(18:00) Combs laywers legal strategy  
(23:00) Legal strategies with mental health 

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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

Today, Nancy Grace and Sheryl McCollum dive into legal strategies, courtroom stories, and the upcoming trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. They draw comparisons between Combs' case and the unresolved Ghislaine Maxwell situation, highlighting the potential involvement of powerful figures. Nancy and Sheryl also reflect on a resurfaced moment when Mike Tyson confronted Combs, and the revelation of an 11th accuser speaking out against him.
Show Notes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(0:00) Welcome! Nancy and Sheryl introduce this week’s crime roundup   </li>
<li aria-level="1">(0:20) Nancy's flashback to court mornings</li>
<li aria-level="1">(3:30) The Rolodex revelation </li>
<li aria-level="1">(7:00) Comparison of Combs’ trial to the unresolved Ghislaine Maxwell case </li>
<li aria-level="1">(10:00) ‘Reportedly’ by Kim Porter</li>
<li aria-level="1">(12:30) Victims coming forward in case  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(14:00) Gloria Allred's speaks out </li>
<li aria-level="1">(18:00) Combs laywers legal strategy  </li>
<li aria-level="1">(23:00) Legal strategies with mental health </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/149zone7"> @149zone7</a>
Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sheryl.mccollum/"> @sheryl.mccollum</a>

9.27.24 CRU with Nancy Grace: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' 11th Accuser Speaks Out

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Detecting Deception | Analyzing the Colt Gray Case with Jack Fox

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