Parents Discover Teen Son's Horrifying Secret. SPOILER ALERT It's A Decapitated Head
He Hid a Head in His Closet: The Brian Cohee Jr. Case"He said he just wanted to know what murder felt like… then he did it."In February 2021, 19‑year‑old Brian Cohee Jr. stalked 69‑year‑old Warren Barnes—a beloved homeless man known as “The Reading Man”—and stabbed him to death under a highway overpass in Grand Junction, Colorado. After decapitating and dismembering Barnes, he took parts of the victim home, storing the head and hands in his closet Arrested after his parents discovered the body parts, Cohee calmly confessed, saying he'd always wondered what murder "felt like" and admitted to keeping the body parts as trophies During trial, his lawyers argued insanity, citing autism, ADHD, and depression—yet the jury convicted him of first-degree murder, dismemberment, and evidence tampering. Cohee was sentenced to life without paroleThis episode explores:How a quiet teenager's fascination with violence led to extreme brutalityThe horrifying moment parents discovered body parts in their son’s roomThe courtroom debate over mental illness vs. evil intentThe legacy of Warren Barnes, memorialized by his community Content Warning: Contains graphic descriptions, murder, dismemberment, and discussions of mental illness. Listener discretion advisedBrian Cohee Jr., Warren Barnes, Reading Man, Grand Junction murder, dismemberment, head in closet, curious killer, teen homicide, mental illness and crime, trophy murder, true crime podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
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Vanished in the Wilderness: The Michael Madden Mystery
Vanished in the Wilderness: The Michael Madden Mystery🚨 He was experienced. He left a plan. He never came back.Michael Madden walked into Stanislaus National Forest and vanished—leaving behind zero trace. Not a shoe. Not a scent. Not a clue.🎧 The trail went cold. But the mystery runs deep.#MissingPersons #MichaelMadden #UnsolvedMystery #TrueCrimePodcastOn May 27, 2023, 59-year-old Michael Madden set out for a solo day hike near Sand Bar Flat in Stanislaus National Forest, California. A seasoned outdoorsman with a love for the wilderness, he left his dog Matilda behind with friends and promised he’d return that afternoon. But he never did.What followed was one of the most baffling and unsettling search efforts in recent memory. Despite helicopters, drones, dogs, and ground crews scouring the terrain, not a single trace of Michael was ever found. No clothing. No gear. No scent. Nothing.In this episode, we dig into:Michael’s background and hiking experienceThe terrain and conditions at Sand Bar FlatThe intense search efforts that turned up zero cluesTheories ranging from accidental death to foul play to something strangerWas Michael Madden the victim of an unfortunate wilderness mishap, or is there something more sinister—or paranormal—lurking in the forest?Michael Madden, missing hiker, Stanislaus National Forest, Sand Bar Flat, true crime mystery, unsolved disappearance, California wilderness, trail gone cold, search and rescue, creepy hike stories, paranormal forest disappearanceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
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Hikers Find Dead Body In Tent, Revealing Chilling Mystery: The Case of Mostly Harmless
Hikers Find Dead Body In Tent, Revealing Chilling Mystery: The Case of Mostly Harmless🧳💀 Found dead in his tent with no name, two wallets, and a notebook full of code—he was called "Mostly Harmless."Who was the hiker known only by his trail names?🎧 Now streaming: The Mystery of the Unidentified Hiker#TrueCrime #HikingMystery #MostlyHarmlessBack in July 2018, two hikers stumbled upon a yellow tent tucked away in Florida’s Big Cypress National Preserve—and inside was the body of a man who vanished without a trace. Emaciated to just 83 pounds, carrying thousands in cash, notebooks full of computer code, and no identification, he introduced himself to fellow trail-goers as "Mostly Harmless" or "Denim" For nearly two years, his identity remained a mystery. Trail angels and thru-hikers reached out, but no family came forward. The hiker had walked thousands of miles along the Appalachian Trail, yet his true name stayed hidden Finally, with advanced genetic forensics, the man behind the moniker was identified—bringing a bittersweet sense of closure to a haunting trail mystery.In this episode, we retrace the discovery, the internet sleuthing, the identity unraveling, and the larger questions it raises about solitude, identity, and the people who cross our paths… and then disappear.unidentified hiker, Mostly Harmless, Yellow tent mystery, Big Cypress National Preserve, Appalachian Trail hiker, trail names, hiker death, camping mystery, true crime podcast, missing hiker, hiking mystery, forensic identification, trail angels, wilderness deathBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
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The Most Chilling Story You've NEVER Heard Of
The Most Chilling Story You've NEVER Heard OfIn this unsolved mystery documentary, we're covering the chilling true story behind the disappearance of Khayman Welch. Khayman "Khay" Welch completely vanished without a trace on August 12, 2020 at Weaver's Needle Vista Viewpoint, disappearing into the notorious Superstition Mountains. The Superstition Mountains are not only well-known for the dark legends and mysteries that surround them, but also for the strange disappearances that occur in the area. To this day, Khayman has never been found, and his bizarre disappearance remains a mystery. Will Khayman's missing persons case ever be solved? Join us for a storytime covering the case of Khayman Welch.The Most Chilling Story You've NEVER Heard Of Khayman Welch missing persons case Superstition Mountains disappearance unsolved mystery documentary True CrimeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
13 Kesä 44min
People Who Had Someone Try To Offer Intimate Favors As Payment For Your Work, How Did That Go?
People Who Had Someone Try To Offer Intimate Favors As Payment For Your Work, How Did That Go?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
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What’s The DUMBEST Time You’ve Seen Someone Show Off in Court — And Accidentally Confess?
What’s The DUMBEST Time You’ve Seen Someone Show Off in Court — And Accidentally Confess?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
13 Kesä 47min
Demons Told Her To Dismembered and Cook Her Husband's Body After Murdering Him (True Crime Documentary)
Demons Told Her To Dismembered and Cook Her Husband's Body After Murdering Him (True Crime Documentary)This chilling true crime documentary explores the horrifying case of a woman who claimed demonic voices compelled her to commit an unspeakable act. After murdering her husband, she dismembered and cooked his body, creating a case that shocked investigators and captivated public attention.Through police interviews, expert analysis, and firsthand accounts, we delve into the psychology behind her actions, the possible influence of mental illness, and the haunting claims of demonic possession. Was this a case of true evil, psychosis, or something supernatural?Prepare for a gripping journey into one of the most macabre and unsettling murder cases ever documented. Viewer discretion is advised.Omaima Aree Nelson is an Egyptian-American woman convicted of murdering her husband, William "Bill" Nelson, in one of the most shocking and gruesome cases of the early 1990s. Her case gained widespread notoriety due to its disturbing details and allegations of cannibalism.The Case of Omaima Nelson:Background:Omaima was born in Egypt in 1968 and moved to the United States in her teenage years.She met her future husband, Bill Nelson, in October 1991. Despite a 33-year age gap, the couple quickly married after a whirlwind romance.The Murder:On Thanksgiving weekend in 1991, Omaima murdered Bill in their Costa Mesa, California, apartment.She claimed he had been sexually and physically abusive, which she said led her to kill him in self-defense.Gruesome Details:After killing Bill, Omaima dismembered his body with a pair of scissors and kitchen knives.She allegedly cooked parts of his body and stored other remains in garbage bags and a fryer.During the trial, prosecutors suggested cannibalism, though Omaima denied eating any part of her husband’s body.The Arrest:Police were tipped off when Omaima attempted to recruit an ex-boyfriend to help her dispose of Bill’s remains.Investigators discovered Bill’s dismembered body in their apartment, along with evidence linking Omaima to the crime.Trial and Conviction:During her trial, Omaima claimed she acted in self-defense, describing years of abuse.However, the prosecution portrayed her as a manipulative woman who targeted wealthy older men for financial gain.In 1993, Omaima was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to 27 years to life in prison.Parole Hearings:Omaima has been denied parole multiple times, with the most recent denial in 2011. The parole board cited the heinous nature of her crime and her lack of remorse as reasons for the denial.Legacy of the Case:Omaima Nelson’s crime remains one of the most infamous cases of spousal murder in U.S. history, both for its brutality and the unsettling allegations of cannibalism. It has been featured in true crime documentaries, podcasts, and TV shows, cementing its place as one of the most disturbing cases of the 1990s.Omaima Aree Nelson is an Egyptian former model who murdered her husband in their California apartment in 1991. She dismembered his body before cooking his body parts and grinding them in the garbage disposal to hide the evidence. Nelson has been compared to the fictional serial killer and cannibal Hannibal Lecter for her gruesome acts.true crime, demons, dismemberment, murder case, cooked body, shocking crime, disturbing documentary, true crime story, demonic possession, gruesome murder, criminal psychology, real-life horror, true crime documentary, chilling murder case, domestic homicide, macabre crime, psychological thriller, murder and dismemberment, shocking true story, paranormal influence.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
13 Kesä 26min
The Serial Killer Duo Who Savagely Tortured and Murdered California Teens in Their Van - The Toolbox Killers Documentary
The Serial Killer Duo Who Savagely Tortured and Murdered California Teens in Their Van - The Toolbox Killers DocumentarySerial Killers The Toolbox Killers DocumentaryThe brutal killings of five teenage girls haunted citizens of California in Summer 1979. Authorities had no leads until a man told police he knew who was committing these savage murders. It was not one, but two men who met in prison and agreed to go on a serial killing spree upon their release. The men gave a new meaning to the concept of not taking rides from strangers.The Toolbox Killers were one of the most sadistic serial killer duos in American history. Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris abducted, tortured, and murdered at least five teenage girls in California during 1979, using tools such as pliers, hammers, and ice picks—earning them their infamous nickname.Case Overview:Perpetrators: Lawrence Bittaker & Roy NorrisActive Years: 1979Location: Southern CaliforniaVictims: At least 5 teenage girls (ranging from 13 to 18 years old)Method: Abduction, extreme torture using tools, sexual assault, strangulationInfamous Detail: The killers recorded audio of their victims' suffering, a tape so disturbing that it reportedly made even hardened investigators break downCapture & Sentencing:Bittaker: Sentenced to death (died in 2019)Norris: Sentenced to life in prison (died in 2020)Legacy & Impact:The case remains one of the most disturbing in true crime history due to the calculated cruelty of the killers, their lack of remorse, and the sheer horror of what the victims endured. FBI profilers have studied their case to understand the psychology of sadistic serial killers.Keywords:Toolbox Killers, Lawrence Bittaker, Roy Norris, serial killers, torture murders, Murder Mac, true crime, infamous duos, California crimes, 1979 killings, brutal torture, violent crimes, sadistic killers, crime recordings, abduction cases, FBI profiling, criminal psychology, horrific murders, notorious killers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-of-reddit-stories-2025-cheating-true-crime-aita-and-nsfw-stories--6476242/support.
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