Court Junkie

In November 1989, 15-year-old Angela Correa was found murdered in a park in Peekskill, New York. Investigators quickly honed in on 16-year-old Jeff Deskovic, one of her high school classmates. Although the scientific evidence at the scene excluded him, he was ultimately convicted of her murder. This is Jeff’s story. NOTE: In some parts of the interview, you will hear a dog barking in the background - that’s my not-so-fierce dog, Porky, and I apologize for the inconvenience. My usual recording equipment for interviews malfunctioned. Sponsors in this episode: - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - NetSuite - Receive your FREE guide – “Seven Actions Businesses Need to Take Now” and schedule your FREE Product Tour - at NetSuite.com/COURT. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.comand use code COURT. Please conside

In October 2018, news of the abduction of 13-year-old Jayme Closs spread across the nation. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the investigation, the arrest, and the legal consequences. Sponsors in this episode: - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play. Download for FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - Luminary - Listen to Murder on the Towpath, available only on Luminary. Go to Luminary.link/Towpath and get a 7-day free trial of Luminary’s Original podcasts. - SimpliSafe - Try SimpliSafe today at SimpliSafe.com/COURT. You get free shipping and a 60 day risk free trial. - Thrive Market - Go to ThriveMarket.com/COURTJUNKIE. Join today and you’ll get a FREE gift of your choosing, up to $22 in value. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. This episode was researched and written by Jennifer Tintner, from the Law & Crime Trial Network.

In October 2014, the shooting death of Laquan McDonald by a Chicago police officer went almost completely unnoticed by the media - at least initially. But after a large settlement was made by the City of Chicago to Laquan McDonald’s family, journalists started asking questions. Pretty soon, the details of what happened would be revealed, and Officer Jason Van Dyke would be charged with murder. Sponsors in this episode: - Talkspace - Go to talkspace.com or download the app and use promo code COURT to get $100 off your first month. - Ritual - Visit ritual.com/COURT to get 10% off during your first three months. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - NetSuite - Receive your FREE guide – “Seven Actions Businesses Need to Take Now” and schedule

I’m taking the week off, but while I’m gone, please enjoy this re-play of Episode 33, with a major development in the case at the end. Court Junkie will be back next week with a brand new episode. Sponsors in this episode: - Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order, when you go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. - HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/courtjunkie80 and use code courtjunkie80 to get a total of $80 off, including free shipping on your first box. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dee Dee Blanchard was found murdered in her home in June 2015, and her daughter, Gypsy, whom she had always touted as having special needs, was missing. Investigators would soon uncover that everything wasn’t as it seemed, and Gypsy, along with her boyfriend Nick, were arrested for murder. In this episode, we delve into Nick Godejohn’s murder trial. No one disputes that he was the killer, but the question of “why” takes center stage at trial. Sponsors in this episode: -Care/Of - Court Junkies can get 50% off your first Care/of Order, when you go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. - Everyplate - Get three weeks of EveryPlate meals for only $2.99 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code courtjunkie3. - Feals - Become a member today by going to Feals.com/junkie and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. - SimpliSafe - Try SimpliSafe today at SimpliSafe.com/COURT. You get free shipping and a 60 day risk free trial. This episode was researched and written by Jennif

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Kimberly Boone and Anita Smithey, both accused of crimes against their husbands, formed a friendship while in jail and waiting for their cases to go through the system. This episode is a bit different than normal, as we take a look at each of their cases and the friendship that evolved from them. NOTE: This episode contains accusations of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised. Sponsors in this episode: - Rothys - Check out the amazing shoes and bags available right now at Rothys.com/COURT. - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play. Download for FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - NetSuite - Receive your FREE guide – “Seven Actions Businesses Need to Take Now” and schedule your FREE Product Tour - at NetSuite.com/COURT. - Sunsoil - Get 30% of

On October 18, 2015, Corey Jones was driving home from a music gig when his car broke down on the side of the road. As he called for help, a white van pulled up, and gunshots rang out. What happened that night would be debated inside a courtroom years later. Sponsors in this episode: - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - Ritual - Visit ritual.com/COURT to get 10% off during your first three months. - Talkspace - Go to talkspace.com or download the app and use promo code COURT to get $100 off your first month. This episode was researched and written by Jennifer Tintner from the Law & Crime Trial Network. Follow Jennifer on Twitter @JenniferTintner. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes.

In November 2010, a horrific murder took place in Tallahassee, Florida, at the home of a single mom and her three children. Prosecutors contend that one of the children’s fathers is the killer, but at his trial, his defense blames someone else - the Mexican cartel. Was the murder of Brandi Peters and her three children a crime of passion, or a cartel hit? In Part 2, I examine the Defense’s case. Would the jury vote to acquit or convict Henry Segura? Sponsors in this episode: - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - Sunsoil - Get 30% off your first order by going to Sunsoil.com/junkie. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with

In November 2010, a horrific murder took place in Tallahassee, Florida, at the home of a single mom and her three children. Prosecutors contend that one of the children’s fathers is the killer, but at his trial, his defense blames someone else - the Mexican cartel. Was the murder of Brandi Peters and her three children a crime of passion, or a cartel hit? In Part 1, I examine the Prosecution’s case against Henry Segura. Sponsors in this episode: - Caldrea - Get free shipping on orders of $50 or more when you buy online at Caldrea.com. - Honey - Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/COURT. - It Was Simple: The Betty Broderick Murders is available now, so download today from wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. - Sunsoil - Get 30% off your first order by going to Sunsoil.com/junkie. - Hydrant - For 25% off your first order, go to DrinkHydrant.com/COURT or enter promo code COURT at checkout. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receiv

According to prosecutors in Granville County, North Carolina, in December 2014, a father and son went on a crime spree. That spree ended with the New Years Day brutal murder of an elderly couple inside their home. According to the son, he was terrified of his abusive father and only went through with it out of fear for his life. With his life now again on the line, would a jury believe him? This episode contains some graphic testimony. Listener discretion is advised. Sponsors in this episode: - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - StoryWorth - Get $10 off your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/courtjunkie. - Talkspace - Go to talkspace.com or download the app and use promo code COURT to get $100 off your first month. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - Caldrea - Get free

In December 2018, 29-year-old Grant Amato’s parents and brother were murdered inside the family home. Did Grant’s obsession with a web cam model lead him to murder his family, or is there another explanation for his family’s deaths? Sponsors in this episode: - Caldrea - Get free shipping on orders of $50 or more when you buy online at Caldrea.com. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - Hydrant - For 25% off your first order, go to DrinkHydrant.com/COURT or enter promo code COURT at checkout. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In August 2012, what started as a seemingly simple neighborhood dispute ended in a deadly shooting spree. The jury would have to decide if the shooter feared for his life, or committed premeditated murder. Sponsors in this episode: - Caldrea - Get free shipping on orders of $50 or more when you buy online at Caldrea.com. - Hydrant - For 25% off your first order, go to DrinkHydrant.com/COURT or enter promo code COURT at checkout. - Sunsoil - Get 30% off your first order by going to Sunsoil.com/junkie This episode was researched and written by Sara Yonker. You can check out her website at SaraYonker.com. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On May 25, 2019, a house party in Detroit, Michigan turned into tragedy when three people were shot and killed by a masked intruder. At trial, prosecutors vow that they will prove who did it, and why. Sponsors in this episode: - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - Caldrea - Get free shipping on orders of $50 or more when you buy online at Caldrea.com. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - NetSuite - Receive your FREE guide, “Managing Business Uncertainty” and schedule your FREE Product Tour at NetSuite.com/COURT. This episode was researched and written by Jennifer Tintner. Follow her on Twitter @Jennifer

When two young girls are shot while walking home from school, an entire community mourns. Who could have done such a thing, and why? Sponsors in this episode: - Caldrea - Get free shipping on orders of $50 or more when you buy online at Caldrea.com. - Ritual - Visit ritual.com/COURT for 10% off during your first three months. - Talkspace - Get $100 off your first month on Talkspace by going to Talkspace.com, or downloading the app, and using the code COURT. - Care/of - For 50% off your first Care/of order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code junkie50. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. This episode was researched and written by Kathleen McWilliams. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJ

After a hostage situation goes terribly wrong, who would be legally responsible? In this episode, I cover the Brian Flatoff trial. Sponsors in this episode: - Caldrea - Get free shipping on orders of $50 or more when you buy online at Caldrea.com. - Madison Reed - Get 10% off plus free shipping on your first Color Kit when you go to Madison-Reed.com and use code COURT. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit Policygenius.com. Please consider supporting Court Junkie with as little as $3 a month via Patreon.com/CourtJunkie to receive ad-free episodes. Help support Court Junkie with $6 a month and get access to bonus monthly episodes. Follow me on Twitter @CourtJunkiePod or Instagram at CourtJunkie See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Someone was watching as 56-year-old Jennifer Fulford ran errands on the morning of September 27, 2017. Her body was found days later. At trial, the main suspect insisted on taking the stand, and adamantly told the court that even though he killed her, someone else was to blame. Sponsors in this episode: - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - Madison Reed - Court Junkies can get 10% off plus free shipping on their first Color Kit by going to Madison-Reed.com and using the code COURT. - Ritual - Visit ritual.com/COURT for 10% off during your first three months. - White Castle - Pick up their crave-worthy White Castle sliders in freezer aisles at grocery stores nationwide. You can also check out some great recipes at whitecastle.com. - NetSuite - Receive your FREE guide, “Managing Business Uncertainty” and schedule your FREE Product Tour at NetSuite.com/COURT. This episode

On May 8, 2015, a tragic accident occurred on Berlin Lake in Berlin Township, Ohio, when a larger boat crashed into a fishing boat, killing one of its passengers. After details of what happened that night emerged, one question remained - what would the legal repercussions be for one man’s reckless actions that ended in a fatality? Thanks to Karin Coble for speaking with me about this case. You can visit her website at http://www.toledolegalresource.com/ Sponsors in this episode: - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right home insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - CAUSEBOX - Go to www.causebox.com/courtjunkie and use the code COURTJUNKIE to get your first box for 30% off. - Madison Reed - Court Junkies can get 10% off plus free shipping on

In 1979, 18-year-old Michelle Martinko went missing after visiting a local mall in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Her body was found shortly after, in her abandoned car in the parking lot, but it would take nearly 40 years to bring her alleged killer to trial. Sponsors in this episode: - Bombas - Give a pair of socks when you buy a pair, and get 20% percent off your first purchase at Bombas.com/court. - Feals - Become a member today by going to Feals.com/Junkie and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. - Best Fiends - With over 100 million downloads and tons of five-star reviews, Best Fiends is a must-play! Download Best Fiends FREE on the Apple App Store or Google Play. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right life insurance a breeze. In minutes you can compare quotes from the top insurers to find your best price. Visit policygenius.com. This episode was researched and written by Jennifer Tintner. Follow Jennifer on Twitter @JenniferTintner. Please consider supporting Court Junkie

It was Black Friday 2012, and 17-year-old Jordan Davis was sitting with friends in a parked car outside a gas station in Jacksonville, Florida. They were playing loud music, while waiting for their friend, who had gone inside the store. Within minutes, gunshots rang out and Jordan was shot and killed. At the high-profile trial, Jordan’s killer, 45-year-old Michael Dunn, claimed he feared for his life, after getting into an argument with Jordan over the loud music. But would the evidence support his self-defense claim? Sponsors in this episode: - CAUSEBOX - Go to www.causebox.com/Courtjunkie and use the code COURTJUNKIE to get your first box for 30% off. - Madison Reed - Court Junkies can get 10% off plus FREE SHIPPING on their first Color Kit by visiting Madison-Reed.com and using code COURT. - NetSuite - Schedule your FREE Product Tour and receive your FREE guide – “Six ways to run a MORE PROFITABLE Business” at NetSuite.com/COURT. - Policygenius - Policygenius makes finding the right life insurance a