When a young mom disappears after leaving her daughter with her estranged husband, the public is divided. Did she run away or did something more sinister happen? [PART 1] For photos pertaining to this case, check out Julie's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: Hatch.co/bigmad - Up to 15% off your purchase of a Hatch Rest and free shipping. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Betterhelp.com/bigmad - Get 10% off your first month. Buyraycon.com/bigmad - 15% off your Raycon order! Masterclass.com/bigmad - For 15% off the annual membership. 

I am sharing an episode from my podcast bestie Margot from Military Murder.  As a service member herself, she is the perfect person to walk you through cases involving the military.  Happy Memorial Day! John Battaglia Jr. was a handsome Marine veteran who used his looks and his charm to sweet talk women in his life. But there was a secret inside that he unleashed as soon as his wives were “trapped” in marriage with this monster. His first wife, Michelle Ward, a highly educated lawyer, suffered domestic abuse at his hands, while his second wife, Mary Jeane, a wealthy woman suffered both emotional and then later physical abuse at his hands. John terrorized his estranged wives and then his ex-wives, but the real terror wouldn’t be against his unlucky ex-wives, his revenge would be against the most innocent of innocent. Dig in with Margot as she discusses John Battaglia Jr.’s reign of terror on his family.  Warning: This episode contains issues of domestic violence and violence against children. Listener discretion is advised.  If you or anyone you know is suffering from domestic violence, needs help, encouragement, or support, please contact the NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE at 1-800-799-SAFE(7233). 

A man claiming to be an assassin, walks into a bar. Months later, his parents are found dead and his uncle is nowhere to be found. *One name has been changed to protect the identity of those not charged with a crime. Contributing writing and research: The Queen of All Things Haley Gray. For photos pertaining to this case, check out Carrie & Steven's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley.  Sponsors: Rocketmoney.com/bigmad - Over three million people have used Rocket Money, saving the average person up to $720 a year! Try it free for 30 days. Alcoves.com- Use code "BIGMAD" in all caps to get a free 30-day trial PLUS 50% off an annual membership. 

In August of 2012, a man drenched in water, walked into a gas station and asked to use the phone so he could dial 911. But it wasn’t to ask for help, it was to confess to murder.  For photos pertaining to this case, check out Alisha's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Sponsors: Earthbreeze.com/bigmad - Subscribe and save 40% June's Journey - Discover your inner detective when you download June’s Journey for free today on iOS and Android. TakeCareOf.com - PROMO CODE BIGMAD50 - for 50% off your first order. Joinhoney.com/bigmad - If you don’t already have Honey, you could be straight up missing out.  Honey is the FREE shopping tool that scours the internet for promo codes and applies the best one it finds to your cart.

Letecia’s trial has finally come to an end. This week you’ll hear about the additional stories she told (including angels and vampires), what psychologists had to say about her claims of having multiple personalities, and the final verdict along with her sentencing. For photos pertaining to this case, check out Gannon's highlight at the top of my profile at Instagram.com/TheHeatherAshley. Sponsors: Skylightframe.com/BIG - Get 10% off, up to $30 off Skylight Frame. Hatch.co/bigmad - Up to 15% off your purchase of a Hatch Rest and free shipping.