Jason Carroll is serving life in prison for a murder he says he didn’t commit. The only evidence against him? His own taped confession. More than 30 years later, is it possible to get to the truth – and who gets to tell it? Bear Brook is made by NHPR, a public radio station. Rece ...Show more
S2, Ep. 1 | Extraordinary
Sharon Johnson’s family and friends have spent the last 35 years coping with her brutal murder. But what if that story was based on a lie? Bear Brook is made by NHPR, a public radio station. Recent funding cuts have made your support even more critical to what we do. Click here ...Show more
The relentless pursuit of Billy Halpern’s killer intensifies. Detective Danny Smith uncovers new intel from a surprising witness, while investigative journalist Scott Weinberger reveals crucial updates on the DNA testing. A shocking new piece of evidence, potentially holding fres ...Show more
Two barrels. Four bodies. And the decades-long mystery that led to a serial killer. A special look at a new podcast from NHPR, Bear Brook: A podcast about a cold case that's changing how murders will be investigated forever. www.bearbrookpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choic ...Show more
Foreign DNA is found under Edna Franklin’s fingernails. And in the wake of a scandal within the Houston police crime lab, Charles Raby’s lawyers discover that forensic evidence was hidden from the defense at trial.If you’d like to support our work, go to theintercept.com/donate — ...Show more
Detective Danny Smith has solidified his theory on Billy Halpern's murder, revealing a direct link to organized crime that stretches far beyond the shores of South Florida. With this breakthrough, he's now prepared to present his case to prosecutors. Meanwhile, investigative jour ...Show more