In 1987, a rancher near Lake Mead’s Bonelli Landing stumbled upon a human skull and bones wrapped in a yellow blanket. For decades, the victim remained a Jane Doe—her name lost to time. Nearly forty years later, in July 2025, investigat…
Jason Williams, a 58-year-old Las Vegas resident, was stabbed to death on September 2, 2023, in the home he shared on Black Forest Drive near Decatur and Pennwood. His assailant was his 46-year-old girlfriend and roommate, Danelle Mask, who called 9…
When Herleen Dulai moved to Las Vegas, she wasn’t searching for fame or attention. She was searching for peace. A certified personal trainer and energy healer, Hurleen was known by friends and clients for her calm spirit, quiet strength, and d…
Four Lives, No Justice: The Unsolved Murders Still Haunting Las Vegas Las Vegas is a city of extremes—bright lights, fast fortunes, and deep shadows. But beneath the surface of the Strip, the city faces a troubling reality: one of the highest…
When a woman is murdered in Las Vegas, headlines often reduce her to a statistic. That’s exactly what happened in 2018, when the press described Kelly Kazoon only as a “homeless woman.” But she was so much more than that. This wee…
Jamey Walker was the kind of young woman who made everyone believe in a better future. An honor student, prom queen, and third-generation activist, she came from one of the most respected families on Las Vegas’s Historic West Side. But in May…
Over the past few years, Sins & Survivors has grown from a passion project into something bigger—a platform for ethical storytelling, a space for reflection, and a community of listeners who care as deeply about justice as we do. We recen…
In this Swing Shift Overtime episode, we're featuring a story that’s haunted many in the Pacific Northwest for over a decade. It comes to us from our friends at PNW Haunts & Homicides, a podcast known for blending true crime with atmospher…
As we take a short break to recharge and prep for Season 3 of Sins and Survivors, we’re spotlighting some of our favorite voices in ethical true crime. Today, we’re proud to bring you a feed swap from PNW Haunts & Homicides—a p…
Below the Surface: Five More Lake Mead Mysteries When people think of Lake Mead, they picture clear water, warm sun, and long weekends. But not everything the lake holds is picturesque—or peaceful. In Part 2 of our three-part Lake Mead serie…
Lake Mead is more than a vacation destination—it’s a graveyard of secrets. In Episode 85 of Sins and Survivors, we begin a special three-part series exploring the chilling true crime stories and unsolved mysteries lurking beneath the wa…
In 1998, Shauna Maynard was a 17-year-old girl chasing independence, like so many of us did at that age. She left her California home to start a new life in Las Vegas, full of ambition and rebellion, not realizing how dangerous it would turn out to …
Abby Roberts is a beloved sister and niece who always shows up for the people she loves. In September of 2012, when she was 25 years old and just 2 months after coming home with a new baby, she disappeared without a trace. Her 27-year-old boy…
Who Was Secoya Williams? Secoya was a vibrant, caring, and compelling force in every room she entered. At 25, she was a bright medical assistant at the Jane Pauley Medical Clinic, known for her ability to comfort children—especially those afr…
In August of 1994, two hikers made a grim discovery near Lake Mead Boulevard in Las Vegas—the remains of a 27-year-old woman at the bottom of a wash. Her name was Melonie White. A young mother who had recently moved to Las Vegas in search of a…
What happens when the justice system gets it completely wrong? In Part 2 of “Out of Nowhere: The Wrongful Conviction of Kirstin Blaise Lobato,” we return to one of Las Vegas’s most controversial and heartbreaking criminal cases. A…
In July 2001, a man was found brutally murdered behind a Nevada State Bank near the Las Vegas Strip. The crime was horrific—gruesome injuries, disturbing forensic evidence, and a scene that stunned even seasoned investigators. But the tragedy…
Animal Abuse Epidemic in Las Vegas: Why Reba’s Law Matters Now More Than Ever Las Vegas is no stranger to violence, but the last year has exposed another epidemic hiding in plain sight — the abuse and neglect of animals. In Episode 78 o…
In the early morning hours of June 1st, 2013, silence on Cotton Street in East Las Vegas was shattered by screams and gunshots. Terrified, Manuel Mata's daughter hid in her closet and called her grandfather. The scene he encountered upon arrival wou…
Guilty Until Proven Innocent: The Unbelievable Story of Gary Dotson Imagine being 20 years old, accused of a horrific crime you didn't commit, and facing decades behind bars. Your life unravels while the justice system insists you're guilty, despit…
When a tragic car accident in Las Vegas claimed the life of Richard Penardo Jr., it initially seemed like another unfortunate statistic in a city too familiar with traffic fatalities. But as we delve deeper into the circumstances of his death, what …
On the morning of July 31, 2006, Steven Bradley left his Las Vegas home to head to work. He called his job on the way to let them know he was running late. But he never made it there, and he never came home. The next day, Steven’s SUV was fou…
Justice for Tabatha Tozzi: The Las Vegas Murder Still Waiting for Answers In April 2023, 26-year-old model and entertainer Tabatha Tozzi was shot and killed in Las Vegas. Her alleged killer—then-boyfriend Oswaldo “Nate” Perez-Sanc…
Sean Babbitt was the kind of person people describe as unforgettable. He was kind, brilliant, creative, and funny. He loved Halloween, Star Trek, and Dungeons & Dragons. He played guitar and sang with his siblings. He published music on Bandcamp…
