The Akron Spree Murders

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Barbara Colby

Barbara Colby was a respected stage actress whose career was finally taking off in Hollywood when she landed a starring role on the sitcom Phyllis. Tragically, just weeks after filming her first episodes, she was murdered in Los Angeles in a case that remains unsolved nearly 50 y ...  Show more

Franchesca Alvarado

22-year-old Franchesca Alvarado, a devoted single mother, went on what was supposed to be a one-night trip to Atlantic City in March 2012. She never returned. Over a year later, parts of her remains washed up on the beach. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Franchesca Alvarado. ...  Show more

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