Two Sleuths
Katie Kaplan & Em
Hey fellow Sleuths!
We are your hosts, Katie Kaplan, an award-winning investigative journalist, and Em, a former special agent and hostage negotiator.
Together we are both passionate about helping to shed light on unsolved cases. We hope that together- with you the listener- we can help to bring awareness and closure to some of the people impacted by unsolved murders and disappearances. Someone, somewhere, knows something.
Let’s work together to put your interest in true crime to use! Log on anywhere you listen to podcasts and let’s get sleuthing!
Stay vigilant, and stay curious, fellow sleuths.
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Case Update: Shannon Saville
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03/12/24 • 33 min
It's an update on the first case we ever covered- the 1985 murder of Shannon (née Cagle) Saville. The young mother was ambushed inside her California home on a hot Summer's day. Investigators have named two persons of interest.
Shannon's now-adult daughter, Desiree, spoke with us after a recent development. Two Sleuths shares the update, some new information on the case, and the latest details on where investigators say they will focus next.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self harm or are in crisis, please know there is free, 24-hour support available. Simply dial 988 to talk to someone who can help you through whatever you’re coping with. You can also text that number. It is completely confidential.
If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233, or visit their website to use the online version.
If you have information on the Shannon Saville murder case, you can make an anonymous tip to Valley Crime Stoppers by filling out this form or by calling 559-498-7867. Currently, between $1,600 and $3,600 is available in connection to the case. The amount rewarded will depend on the value of the tip after an arrest is made.
The Butcher of Mons - Part 1: The Dark Trail
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07/24/23 • 62 min
While the world is still trying to solve the case of Jack the Ripper, there is a similar modern-day case that is in desperate need of attention.
We are in a race against the clock to catch the Butcher of Mons with less than four years left to hold him accountable for his heinous crimes. The serial killer's reign took place in a small Belgian town in the mid-1990s. In the aftermath, his 5 victims were found dismembered and in trash bags littered throughout the city.
But is it possible the killer could be an America?
Listen to find out more about the evidence we found, which could point to just that.
Sources: Episode 3: The Butcher of Mons - Part 1 (twosleuthspodcast.com)
08/07/23 • 69 min
The third and final episode on the Butcher of Mons case takes us to America, where we find several dismembered victims in Long Island that match the Butcher of Mons' Modus Operandi. The recent arrest of the suspected Long Island Serial Killer (LISK) only makes this episode more compelling.
Rex Heuermann was indicted for three of the 10 victims found in and around Gilgo Beach, and is being investigated for a fourth victim. But we suspect there is more than one killer at play.
Could the still unidentified second culprit also be the Butcher of Mons?
We'll explore this in-depth during our third and final episode of this series. We'll also tell you how two different Long Island locations for the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) could connect to the SHAPE NATO base located near Mons, Belgium.
In episode three, we'll also head back to Europe and explore additional victims that local residents speculate might also be tied to the Butcher's case.
Finally, we will introduce you to several suspects that the Corpus Cell investigators believe could be the true Butcher of Mons.
Help us solve this case before time runs out! We only have until 2027 to hold the Butcher of Mons accountable.
https://www.twosleuthspodcast.com/post/episode-5-the-butcher-of-mons-part-3
Support the showThe Disappearance of Brandon Helms - Part 1
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05/21/24 • 35 min
“If you commit suicide, you can't bury yourself.” That is what a family member of Brandon Lee Helms said to Katie when she was investigating the disappearance of the then 42-year-old South Georgia father for her TV series 'Unsolved Georgia.'
Brandon vanished from the home he was living in shortly before Christmas of 2015. Some believe it was suicide. Others allege foul play.
Join us as we hear from Brandon's family and from investigators working the case, and learn about some of the odd twists and turns that took place in the months and years following his disappearance.
Brandon Lee Helms was last seen at a home on Teeterville Highway near Lakeland in Lanier County, Georgia, on December 14, 2015, when he was 42-years-old. He stands 5′11′' and weighed roughly 145 pounds at the time of his disappearance. His family says he had dentures and may be recognized by his thin, receding hairline and slight hitch in his gait due to a knee problem.
Anyone with information should call the Lanier County Sheriff’s Office at (229) 482-3545. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation or a personal crisis, dial 988 for free support and someone to talk to.
Be sure to stick with the 'Two Sleuths Podcast' for 'Part 2: The Disappearance of Brandon Helms' when it is released next week.
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The Death Mask Murder
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10/10/23 • 50 min
Have you heard about NYC's underground BDSM sex clubs that were popular in the 1980's? When skeletal remains are found in Rockland County, NY, police find their investigation leading them through the world of BDSM, drugs and well connected NY socialites as they attempt to identify the victim and find justice.
The Disappearance of Brandon Helms- Part 2
Two Sleuths
05/28/24 • 50 min
On the surface, many signs point to the theory that 42-year-old Brandon Helms vanished after taking his own life. However, his family and some of the lead investigators who have been in charge of the case say there are multiple factors that point to the possibility of foul play.
Brandon Lee Helms was last seen at a home on Teeterville Highway near the town of Lakeland in Lanier County, Georgia, on December 14, 2015 when he was 42-years-old. He was tall and slim and his family says he had dentures and may be recognized by his thin, receding hairline and a slight hitch in his gait due to a knee problem.
Anyone with information should call the Lanier County Sheriff’s Office at (229) 482-3545. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation or a personal crisis, dial 988 for free support and someone to talk to.
To connect directly with Brandon's family and stay up-to-date on his case, join 'The Disappearance Of Brandon Lee Helms' Facebook page.
If you'd like to sign the petition to have Brandon's case taken over by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, you can do so here.
Plan on attending the 'True Crime and Paranormal Festival' near Denver in July? Use code "Sleuth15" at check out!
The Vampire King - Part 2
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07/16/24 • 37 min
By the early 1990s, Marcus Wesson had fathered numerous children within his family, but as the “wives” began to get older, he started to lose control. Join us for the conclusion of 'The Vampire King.'
Trigger Warning: This episode deals with incest and the sexual abuse and murder of minors. However, we believe is an important lesson in what can happen when children are not protected, and an intelligent master manipulator is left to his own devices. Listener discretion is advised.
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What happened to Erik Patchin?
Two Sleuths
03/05/24 • 25 min
Thirty years ago a young Florida college student named Erik Patchin disappeared on the drive home. His car was found in perfect condition parked near a local pay phone. The 20-year-old hasn’t been seen since, but his family hasn’t stopped searching for him and they’re still holding onto hope they’ll be able to one day bring him back home.
This episode is a case Katie covered in-depth for WCTV, the CBS affiliate in Tallahassee, Florida. Listen to exclusive interviews with the family, details from the lead investigator and learn why detectives think this case could still be solved.
If you have information, you can call the Leon County Sheriff's Office at 850-922-3300, or share it anonymously through Big Bend Crime Stoppers by calling 850-574-TIPS. You may be eligible for the $5,000 cash reward.
Erik Patchin would be 50 years old now. You can follow his story through the family’s Facebook page dedicated to his case.
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The Career Girls Murder: Part 1
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03/19/24 • 39 min
Wednesday, August 28th, 1963. A Summer’s morning in Manhattan's Upper East Side. Two promising young career women... left mutilated in their own luxury apartment. This is the case of the 'Career Girls Murders.'
The lives and dreams of Janice Wiley and Emily Hoffert were brutally extinguished in the heart of Manhattan.
In today's episode, we examine the entwined paths of these two young women against the backdrop of a nation wrestling with civil rights and the onset of feminism. Their story is a harrowing reflection of the era's broader fears, intensified by the looming shadow of the Boston Strangler and the coinciding watershed moment of Martin Luther King Jr.'s historic speech.
To see photos from today's case, follow us on social media:
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Or, check out the case blog post on our website. While you're there, let us know what cases you want us to cover in the future. If you're enjoying the show, please consider leaving us a rating and review in your podcast player.
07/31/23 • 49 min
In the second episode of our 3-part series, we discuss the lower torso that washes up in France. This torso shows hesitation cuts, leading police to believe this is the Butcher's first victim. After the initial victims were found in March 1997, police find a skull next to a river named "The Fear..." Belgian police determine the Butcher of Mons is still out there, claiming more victims.
In this episode we discuss the links each victim had to one another and let you in on why we think it is possible the Butcher of Mons is an American.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Two Sleuths have?
Two Sleuths currently has 43 episodes available.
What topics does Two Sleuths cover?
The podcast is about Investigative Journalism, Law Enforcement, Unsolved, True Crime, Murder, Podcasts, Social Sciences and Science.
What is the most popular episode on Two Sleuths?
The episode title 'The Butcher of Mons - Part 1: The Dark Trail' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Two Sleuths?
The average episode length on Two Sleuths is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of Two Sleuths released?
Episodes of Two Sleuths are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Two Sleuths?
The first episode of Two Sleuths was released on Jul 5, 2023.
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