In this episode of Body Bags, Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack dissect the chilling case of Julie Jensen. They discuss the intricate dynamics of the Jensen family, the suspicions Julie had about her husband Mark and his fatal intentions towards her, how he slowly killed her, the challenges police faced in building a case against Mark, and the concept of a "dying declaration".   Time-codes:  00:25 - Introduction. 01:55 - The complex dynamics of the Jensen family. 08:30 - Julie Jensen's increasing suspicion towards her husband's behavior. 13:10 - Devastating effects of ethylene glycol poisoning. 17:40 - Forensic pathology involved in Julie Jensen's case. 21:15 - Exploring a historical method of murder, burking, potentially used in the Jensen case. 23:55 - Description of the crime scene. 26:55 - The legal concept of a "dying declaration" relevant to Julie's letter. 31:40 - The police interview with Mark Jensen. 33:30 - The toxicologist's testimony. 33:45 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unravel the strange circumstances surrounding the death of Joseph Hartsfield. They discuss the critical role of trust in marital relationships, the behavior of Sarah Hartsfield, Joseph's wife and her disturbing past; insulin misuse, and the disturbing possibility of a premeditated murder disguised as natural death.    Time-codes:  00:00 - Introduction. 00:20 - Importance of trust in managing chronic health conditions within marriage. 01:35 - Introduction to Joseph Hartsfield's mysterious death and the connection to his diabetes. 04:00 - Deep dive into the daily management of diabetes and the role of self-advocacy. 06:30 - Examination of Sarah Hartsfield's unusual reactions following her husband's death that sparked initial suspicions. 09:40 - Review of the Hartsfield case, spotlighting Sarah's delayed response, her past, and insulin complications. 16:30 - Types and causes of diabetes, with autopsy revealing the presence of multiple insulin pens. 21:20 - Investigation into the possibility of an intentional insulin overdose leading to homicide. 24:10 - Reasons behind Hartsfield's comatose state and the complexity of his case. 26:15 - Sarah Hartsfield's background and the escalating pattern of violence in her relationships. 30:25 - Hartsfield's suspicious death and the possibility of a planned act. 31:10 - Challenges faced by law enforcement when investigating potential homicides disguised as natural deaths and 'angels of death'. 32:15 - Critical role of medical examiners in complex cases. The podcast concludes. 32:35 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In this episode of 'Body Bags,' hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unravel the case of Lawrence Anderson, a parolee who committed a horrifying triple murder. They discuss the gray areas of the justice system, his history of drug abuse, the controversial circumstances of his premature release from prison, and the disturbing implications of Anderson's physiological responses at the crime scene.   Time-codes:  00:00 - Episode introduction and case overview. 00:50 - Introduction to Lawrence Anderson's heinous crimes. 02:10 - Discussion on the term "criminally insane." 02:40 - Background of Anderson's criminal past and release. 05:30 - Prison overcrowding. 07:00 - Questions about the role of the parole board in Anderson's release. 08:40 - Exploration of Anderson's violent past and drug use. 10:15 - Aftermath of Anderson's release and subsequent crimes. 11:45 - Detailed description of Andrea Blankenship's murder. 13:05 - Discussion on forensic evidence and forced entry. 15:05 - Speculation on Anderson's choice of victim. 16:25 - Focus on facts over motivations. 18:10 - Recap of Anderson serving a human heart to family. 20:25 - Mention of a voice recording capturing victims' screams. 21:15 - Review of surviving aunt's injuries. 23:15 - Speculation about family's perspective and chilling meal prep. 24:20 - Highlighting surviving aunt's resilience. 27:00 - Discussion of Anderson's courtroom confession. 30:10 - Speculation on crime scene and police interpretations. 31:40 - Reflection on Anderson's confession and its community impact. 32:00 - Episode conclusion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack examine the chilling case of Esmeralda Gonzalez, a young Instagram model whose life ended tragically in Las Vegas. They dissect the perpetrator's elaborate cover-up involving a U-Haul, 300 pounds of Quickcrete, lime, and a large water tank, revealing the peculiarities of a crime scene that mirrors a Hollywood thriller. They discuss the harsh reality of forensics as it unravels the effects of the desert environment on human remains, the recovery of the victim's jewelry, and the painstaking process of identification.    Time-codes:  00:00 - Introduction. 01:20 - Case of Esmeralda Gonzalez: introduction and discussion. 03:05 - Esmeralda's life, circumstances, and disappearance. 04:00 - Vulnerabilities and dangers in Las Vegas. 05:45 - Predatory tactics towards individuals with mental illnesses. 07:15 - Introduction of felon Christopher Prestapino and his criminal background. 09:25 - The ordeal Esmeralda faced in Prestapino's house. 10:25 - Discussion on the effects of acute mental illness and methamphetamine. 12:10 - Conditions under which Esmeralda was kept and her experiences. 14:15 - Analysis of Prestapino's fear, paranoia, and further criminal acts. 15:30 - Prestapino's dilemma after Esmeralda's death. 17:30 - Effects and application of pool cleaner injection. 20:40 - Timeline of Esmeralda's disappearance and discovery of her body. 21:35 - Prestapino's attempt to dispose of the body and suspicious activities. 24:15 - Analysis of Prestapino's thought process and planning of the crime. 26:30 - Gruesome details of how Esmeralda's remains were encased. 27:45 - Actions leading to Prestapino's downfall. 29:10 - Challenges faced by forensic scientists during the case. 30:15 - Discovery of Esmeralda's jewelry and its implications. 31:45 - Discussion of the brutal nature of the crime and attempts to hide it. 32:35 - Decomposition and identification challenges in the harsh desert environment. 33:20 - Resolution of the case and the pursuit of justice. 33:30 - Outro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Body Bags, hosts Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unearth the details of Tammy Daybell's untimely death in Rexburg, Idaho. They dissect the initial misdiagnosis of a heart event and navigate through a labyrinth of murder allegations ensnaring her husband, Chad Daybell, and his new wife, Lori Vallow Daybell. They also highlight the crucial role of the coroner, the complexities of exhumation procedures, and the startling forensic evidence that contradicts prior claims about Tammy's death.  Time-codes:  00:00 - Intro. 01:25 - Introduction of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell's connection to Tammy's death. 02:45 - Overview of Tammy Daybell's life and suspicious circumstances around her death. 05:50 - Critique of the initial lack of an autopsy and conflicting reports about Tammy's health. 08:40 - Discussion on the mysterious deaths surrounding Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow. 10:20 - Challenges of determining cause of death without an autopsy and the importance of the coroner's role. 16:30 - Overview of the complex circumstances surrounding the investigation. 18:05 - Examination of physical clues found on Tammy's body and ensuing exhumation. 21:00 - Tammy's alleged convulsions and implications, with Chad as the sole source of information. 24:15 - Explanation of the legal proceedings surrounding Tammy's exhumation. 27:05 - Emphasis on the role of detailed evidence in post-mortem examinations. 29:05 - Revelation of restraint and asphyxiation as the cause of Tammy's death. 33:30 - Forensic techniques used to understand Tammy's death. 35:00 - Speculation on multiple perpetrators and scrutiny of the timeline following Tammy's death. 37:15 - Conclusion and sign off from the episode of Body Bags.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.