
Sandra Birchmore’s Autopsy Revelations, Philly ‘House of Horrors’ Excavation, and Halloween Murders, with Joseph Scott Morgan and Sierra Gillespie
MK True CrimeSummary
The MK True Crime Show features a detailed examination of two high-profile murder cases, beginning with the ongoing trial of former police officer Matthew Farwell, accused of murdering Sandra Birchmore. Testimony from medical examiners reveals significant discrepancies in the investigation, including a failure to properly assess the crime scene. Dr. Maria Del Mar Capo Martinez initially ruled Birchmore's death a suicide, later changing it to undetermined. The discussion highlights the importance of having medical examiners present at the scene of a death, especially when law enforcement is involved. The presence of evidence such as a broken necklace and tangled hair raises questions about the circumstances surrounding Birchmore's death, suggesting it may have been a homicide rather than a suicide.
The episode also delves into the chilling case of Eugene Horst, whose home has been dubbed the "House of Horrors." Investigators discover disturbing evidence, including a 55-gallon drum and an oily substance, leading to speculation about potential human remains. Horst's history of violence and claims of body disposal add layers of complexity to the investigation, which remains active as authorities seek to connect him to several missing women.
In a separate segment, Sierra Gillespie joins to discuss two Halloween-related murders. The tragic case of nine-year-old Lisa Ann French, who was murdered while trick-or-treating in 1973, is revisited. The case led to significant changes in community safety practices regarding Halloween. Additionally, the unsolved disappearance and subsequent death of high school senior James Adamski in 1982 raises ongoing concerns about safety and justice in the community. The episode underscores the lasting impact of these crimes on families and communities, as well as the importance of continued vigilance and investigation in unsolved cases.
Show Notes
The MK True Crime Show host Dave Aronberg is joined by death investigator and “Body Bags” host Joseph Scott Morgan to discuss medical examiner testimony in the Matthew Farwell trial, why it is concerning that the medical examiner’s office did not have personnel on the scene of Sandra Birchmore’s death, the details about Birchmore’s death that suggested to an independent medical examiner she died by homicide rather than suicide, the conclusion of the extensive search of the Philadelphia 'House of Horrors,' what material investigators are likely testing for DNA, the findings that may be evidence of body disposal on the property, and later Dave is joined by Sierra Gillespie, host of Law&Crime show “Scandal,” to discuss two historic Halloween murder cases, the murder of 9-year-old trick-or-treater Lisa Ann French, how her death changed the way her Wisconsin community celebrates Halloween forever, why her killer is scheduled to be back in court next year, the cold case murder of New York high school senior James Adamski, the chilling circumstances of his death, how his community is still searching for answers in his case, and more.
Dave Aronberg: https://davearonberglaw.com
Joseph Scott Morgan: https://www.youtube.com/@josephscottmorgan
Sierra Gillespie: https://www.youtube.com/@LawAndCrime/podcasts
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