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We are a boots on-the-ground, investigative, serialized podcast. Season 2: On March 21, 2015, 32 year old Eric Cates and his beloved dog, Gypsy, were found murdered behind the old Empire School in the tiny Walker County town of Empire, AL. Their bodies were found burned in the cab of Eric's truck. Their murders remain unsolved even though the crime is rumored to have been witnessed by a large crowd of people. In Season 2 of Secrets True Crime, Amber and private investigation firm Echo 7 Foxtrot, LLC will be digging into this case to help find justice for Eric Cates.Season 2 Bonus Mini-Season: 26 year old Hayden Mayberry went missing on November 19, 2019. He reportedly walked into the woods in the Boldo area of Walker County, AL from a home he was staying at on Pine Dr. His remains were found on February 2, 2020 under some unusual circumstances. Join us as we dig into the details of Hayden's disappearance and death.Season 1: On Memorial Day in 2017, a mother and her son vanished from their home in the rural Alabama community of Holtville. Susan Osborne and Evan Chartrand haven't been seen or heard from since and their bodies have not been found. 2 months passed before their disappearance was reported to police. Susan's husband, Jerry, told police that Susan left him for another man but as police began investigating, they discovered he'd been keeping some big secrets and Susan’s best friend had proof. Did her Jerry's secrets lead to the disappearance of Susan & Evan? What happened to them? These are the questions we will explore in season one of Secrets True Crime, a serial podcast. We will be taking a close look into the lives of Susan and Evan, speaking with their family members, friends, teachers, neighbors, the sheriff and investigators assigned to their case.

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Alabama

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True Crime

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We are a boots on-the-ground, investigative, serialized podcast. Season 2: On March 21, 2015, 32 year old Eric Cates and his beloved dog, Gypsy, were found murdered behind the old Empire School in the tiny Walker County town of Empire, AL. Their bodies were found burned in the cab of Eric's truck. Their murders remain unsolved even though the crime is rumored to have been witnessed by a large crowd of people. In Season 2 of Secrets True Crime, Amber and private investigation firm Echo 7 Foxtrot, LLC will be digging into this case to help find justice for Eric Cates.Season 2 Bonus Mini-Season: 26 year old Hayden Mayberry went missing on November 19, 2019. He reportedly walked into the woods in the Boldo area of Walker County, AL from a home he was staying at on Pine Dr. His remains were found on February 2, 2020 under some unusual circumstances. Join us as we dig into the details of Hayden's disappearance and death.Season 1: On Memorial Day in 2017, a mother and her son vanished from their home in the rural Alabama community of Holtville. Susan Osborne and Evan Chartrand haven't been seen or heard from since and their bodies have not been found. 2 months passed before their disappearance was reported to police. Susan's husband, Jerry, told police that Susan left him for another man but as police began investigating, they discovered he'd been keeping some big secrets and Susan’s best friend had proof. Did her Jerry's secrets lead to the disappearance of Susan & Evan? What happened to them? These are the questions we will explore in season one of Secrets True Crime, a serial podcast. We will be taking a close look into the lives of Susan and Evan, speaking with their family members, friends, teachers, neighbors, the sheriff and investigators assigned to their case.

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2 Arrests Made!

11/9/2023
On Friday October 13th, 2023, after 8.5 long years, arrests have finally been made in the horrific murder of Eric Cates and his loyal and faithful dog Gypsy. 2 people have been charged with murder. The Aniah's Law bond hearing revealed many new details about what happened to Eric & Gypsy and who was involved. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:01:22:15

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Grave Errors

9/21/2023
In 2021, an inmate signed a confession and said he'd lead investigators to Jessica Hamby's remains. As Jessica's dad, Keith, said, while what has happened since is shocking, it's not surprising. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:32:39

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Red Herrings

3/9/2023
Red herrings often take investigations off track and we believe that Jessica's case has some significant ones that have impacted progress in the investigation over the last 5 years. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:34:32

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Death & Deception in the Walker County Jail - Anthony "Tony" Mitchell - Eric Cates' & Gypsy Update 2

2/28/2023
Anthony "Tony" Mitchell's tragic death occurred just two weeks after he was incarcerated at the Walker County Alabama Sheriff's Office Jail. Despite his ongoing struggle with addiction, Tony's downward spiral was reportedly exacerbated by the recent passing of his father. By the time a concerned family member called 911 seeking medical help for Tony, he had lost a staggering 100 pounds and was in a delusional and agitated state. Unfortunately, the events that followed resulted in Tony being charged with attempted murder and ultimately dying. While a spokesperson for the sheriff's office claimed that Tony left the facility "alert and conscious" for further evaluation at a nearby hospital, a whistleblower from within the department leaked a video that painted a much different and more disturbing picture. As additional details emerged, the global community was left wondering how a modern American jail could allow a man to freeze to death in its custody. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:02:20:45

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Coincidences or Camouflage

2/9/2023
Jeremy’s death and Jessica’s disappearance weren’t the only mysterious events that occurred in the Marion, Winston, Franklin County area, among victims that knew each other, socialized with the same circles of people, and had addiction and other issues in common. In this episode, we review 8 other cases and examine any connections or links to Jeremy or Jessica. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:56:37

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Wicked Webs

1/26/2023
The numerous people rumored to have involvement in Jessica's disappearance seem to have been treated as separate theories and some have been mostly ignored. As we discuss some other names that have long been rumored to have played a part in Jessica's disappearance, you'll find that the connections between all these different people are strong. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:57:47

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Covert Connections

1/12/2023
We are digging deeper into the connections between the large number of people whose names often surface in Jessica’s case. Some of these people lived in Hamilton, some lived in the Haleyville/Winston County area and some lived in Franklin County in Russellville and Phil Campbell. Generally speaking, these theories seem to have been viewed as separate theories and not as potentially connected but some of the connections might surprise you. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:50:51

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A Cold Christmas

12/22/2022
It's been almost 5 years ago to the day that Jessica Hamby got kicked out of her house and she spent her last holiday season without her family. In this episode you'll learn new information and hear more about the turmoil in her life in the weeks leading up to her disappearance. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:44:14

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Trouble & Trifling

12/1/2022
A friend of Jessica's mom and cousin took the search for Jessica into his own hands and his communications regarding what he knew are quite revealing on many levels including about the ransom demands that were sent to Lynn. As these communications show, things aren't always what they seem. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:53:21

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The Ransom and Q&A Part 2

11/17/2022
Jessica's mom received a ransom demand shortly after Jessica was reported missing. You'll hear the beginning of this story as a prelude of what's to come in the next episode which you won't want to miss and also the 2nd and final part of the Q&A. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:44:15

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Ask Anything Part 1

11/3/2022
We answer YOUR questions plus we had a surprise caller to the Q&A line. Through your questions, we discuss some of the finer points in depth and reveal some new details. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:54:07

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Crooked @ss $h!t

10/20/2022
There's been much contention about Eric Edward's Chevrolet Tahoe and if he was driving it during the hours prior to Jessica Hamby's disappearance. The vehicle was allegedly stolen about a month after Jessica was last seen. We also expose some other members of the Edwards & Cochran family's inconsistent and misleading statements. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:50:44

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Connections

10/6/2022
There's some startling connections between the group of people Jessica was with in Hamilton and the group rumored to be involved in Jeremy Abbott's murder that may indicate that Jessica’s destination and the group of people she was with that night was anything but random. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:01:04:27

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Running Scared?

9/22/2022
In the weeks leading up to Jessica's disappearance, friends have described Jessica as scared. A woman named Mary spent a lot of time with Jessica in the week prior to Jessica entering Journey detox. You'll hear a lot from Mary and she will tell us why Jessica wrote that she told her her who killed Jeremy Abbott. There have been many rumors and accusations swirling around Mary and Mary will answer them all. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:48:31

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With Family Like This, Who Needs Enemies

9/8/2022
Kim's brother, Cary, told her what he claimed his son Jesse Abbott said happened to Jeremy. Kim will also reveal what Cary told her about Jessica Hamby's disappearance. While Kim initially believed Cary was trying to help her, time and new information have led her have a lot of suspicions. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:40:24

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Dereliction of Duty

8/24/2022
Jessica Hamby's friend, Jeremy Abbott, had been missing for over a month when she told them where to find his body. Despite that and numerous other red flags and suspicious circumstances, Jeremy's death was quickly ruled a suicide. Hear Jeremy's mom relate the conflicting information she received from every direction, and the shocking revelation that her own family could be involved. You'll also learn how an elected official and law enforcement failed Jeremy's family, the public, and left a lot of questions unanswered. Join us as we share these appalling details, and how Jeremy's mother finally learned a big piece of the secret behind Jeremy's death. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:01:03:46

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The Witness & The Disappearance of Jeremy Abbott

8/11/2022
Jessica Hamby knew something about the death of her friend, Jeremy Abbott. From the time Jeremy disappeared, everything changed in Jessica's life. Jessica's mom & dad divulge what Jessica told them about the disappearance and death of Jeremy. Jeremy's mom reveals all the strange occurrences surrounding his disappearance. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:45:42

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The Detour

7/28/2022
The geofencing done at Gilbert's camper revealed a device that traveled to the area from Mississippi and it made a very interesting stop along the way. At first glance, the presence of this person at that location might've been easily explained but closer scrutiny of the timing, the route and the detour made along the way leave many questions and some very strange coincidences, at best. Jessica's friends and family have all described an event that had upset Jessica and many described her as scared in the months and weeks prior to her disappearance. Could her communications with Marcos reveal why Jessica was so scared? You won't want to miss this episode! Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:41:42

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NELOS

7/13/2022
The group of people with Jessica Hamby in the hours before her disappearance have always maintained that Jessica left walking from the Edwards' home while everyone else was asleep. While people do lie, evidence doesn't. In this episode, the lies are exposed and you'll learn about Jessica's movements right up until she vanished. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:01:19:42

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PMs & Plugs

6/30/2022
Jessica Hamby was last reported to be seen on the morning of January 3, 2018. In the hours before her disappearance, Jessica spent much of her time messaging friends and acquaintances on Facebook. In this episode, we'll begin to discuss the content of these messages. You'll also hear what one of the last people to see Jessica told Private Investigator Michael Fleming about that night. Support the Show. Patreon: https://patreon.com/secretscrime Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretscrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretscrime/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secretstruecrimepodcast Jeremy Abbott Petition https://chng.it/4NpDWLPpyv

Duration:00:54:26

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