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Every Wednesday, join Savannah Brymer as she delves into the gripping and mysterious world of true crime, where each case uncovers hidden truths and unexpected twists. From infamous serial killers to haunting missing person mysteries, Killer Instinct goes beyond the headlines to seek justice and uncover the emotional depths of each story. With meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling, Savannah sheds light on untold tales of resilience, loss, and the relentless pursuit of truth, inviting listeners to journey through the darkest corners of human nature—and the strength of those left behind.
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Killer Instinct

When 6-year-old Timmothy Pitzen was picked up from school by his mother, it seemed like the start of a surprise adventure. Over the next two days, the pair visited zoos, waterparks, and hotels across Illinois and Wisconsin. Then, Timmothy’s mother was found dead in a motel room, leaving behind a note that said her son was safe but would never be found. More than a decade later, the question remains: what really happened to Timmothy Pitzen?

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“You’ll Never Find Him”: The Timmothy Pitzen Mystery

When 42-year-old Michelle Mockbee failed to return home from her shift at a Kentucky packaging company, coworkers found her brutally beaten inside the building. The investigation exposed workplace secrets, questionable alibis, and a trail that pointed to someone Michelle thought she could trust. 

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Bludgeoned at the Office: The Murder of Michelle Mockbee

When 15 year old Danielle Jones left for school on June 18, 2001 and never came home, her family and investigators were left with very little clues to follow. Little did they know the case would uncover family secrets and end up closer to home than they could’ve ever imagined.

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The Missing Body of Danielle Jones

When Christmas Day came in 2019 with no sign of their 25 year old son Kevin Bacon, his parents knew something was terribly wrong. A secret Christmas Eve rendezvous turned into a horror story when police figured out that his one night stand turned into eternity. 

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A Christmas Eve Killer: The Kevin Bacon Case

When 22-year-old British teacher Lindsay Hawker moved to Japan, she was chasing opportunity and adventure. Just months later, she vanished after meeting a student for a private English lesson. The search that followed exposed a shocking trail and led investigators to one of Japan’s most notorious fugitives.

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Trapped Abroad : The Vanishing of Lindsay Hawker

When Travis Decker’s secret life came to light, the image of a devoted husband and father shattered. Behind closed doors, he was plotting a deadly betrayal that would leave his family and community reeling.

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The Double Life of Travis Decker

When Craig Rideout was found strangled and beaten near Rochester, New York, investigators quickly uncovered a twisted plot close to home.

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The Family Plot Against Craig Rideout

Nicholas Alahverdian had reportedly died of cancer. But when investigators dug deeper, they uncovered signs of a staged death and a fugitive hiding overseas.

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Did Nicholas Alahverdian Really Die?

In 2005, District Attorney Ray Gricar left home for a drive and never returned. His car turned up near a river, his laptop destroyed and scattered in the water. With no confirmed crime scene, no body, and a history of controversial decisions, the case became a maze of conflicting clues and speculation. 

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Traces of Ray Gricar: The Puzzle of the Prosecutor

Kelsie Schelling drove from Denver to Pueblo, Colorado, to meet her boyfriend after revealing she was pregnant. Her car was found abandoned and she was never seen again.

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Pregnant and Missing: The Disappearance of Kelsie Schelling

When Nicole (aka Nikki) VanderHeyden's body turned up on the side of the road after a night at the bars, homicide investigations uncovered some dark secrets about Nikki's boyfriend, Doug. But just when authorities thought they had found the killer, DNA evidence pointed this case in an unexpected direction.
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Nicole VanderHeyden: Proof From A Sock And Fitbit

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