Break The Case With Jennifer Coffindaffer

Break The Case With Jennifer Coffindaffer

Break The Case With Jennifer Coffindaffer is where true crime meets expert analysis. Hosted by former FBI Special Agent and nationally recognized crime analyst Jennifer Coffindaffer, this podcast dives deep into today’s most gripping cases, from headline-making murder trials to shocking cold cases and unsolved mysteries. With decades of hands-on investigative experience, Coffindaffer pulls back the curtain on the criminal justice system, offering insider perspectives on forensic evidence, behavioral profiling, courtroom strategy, and law enforcement challenges. Each episode of Break The Case goes beyond the headlines, unpacking the evidence, exposing the flaws, and asking the tough questions that others avoid. Whether it’s high-profile trials like Bryan Kohberger, Karen Read, or Sean “Diddy” Combs, or cases that deserve more national attention, Jennifer brings sharp, informed, and fearless commentary you won’t hear anywhere else. If you’re passionate about true crime, forensic psychology, criminal profiling, and real-world investigations, this is your front-row seat to how cases are truly built—and sometimes broken. Subscribe now to Break The Case With Jennifer Coffindaffer and never miss an episode of sharp analysis, compelling storytelling, and unfiltered truth. #TrueCrime #FBI #Podcast #JenniferCoffindaffer #BreakTheCase #CrimeAnalysis #ForensicEvidence #CourtroomDrama #UnsolvedMysteries #MurderTrial

  1. Break the Case: Former FBI Agent Breaks Down the Case of Missing Girl Melodee Buzzard

    3 DAYS AGO

    Break the Case: Former FBI Agent Breaks Down the Case of Missing Girl Melodee Buzzard

    Nine-year-old Melodee Buzzard should have been in a classroom in Lompoc, California. Instead, she’s missing—and the story unfolding around her disappearance is hauntingly familiar to anyone who followed the Harmony Montgomery case. Former FBI agent and expert witness Jennifer Coffindaffer returns to Break the Case to dissect every known detail of this developing investigation, from the last verified sightings to the eerie gaps that have law enforcement scrambling for answers. Coffindaffer recounts how the case began not with a frantic 911 call, but with a report from the Lompoc Unified School District after Melodee hadn’t attended school for months. The child’s father died in a motorcycle crash when she was only six months old, and her mother, Ashley, appeared to have spiraled since. A chilling interview with Melodee’s grandmother revealed a home in squalor, unfit for a child, and a family paralyzed by distance and dysfunction. By the time Child Protective Services intervened, it was already too late—Melodee had vanished. Law enforcement has released a crucial timeline. Melodee was last seen on October 7, 2025, at a California rental car agency, traveling with her mother, who reportedly planned a cross-country trip to Nebraska. Surveillance footage shows the child heavily clothed, possibly wearing a wig—a potential attempt to disguise her identity. As Coffindaffer points out, these details suggest intention, preparation, and deep secrecy. The FBI and Santa Barbara authorities have since executed search warrants, but so far, no confirmed trace of Melodee has been found. Through methodical breakdowns, Coffindaffer urges the public to share Melodee’s image widely, drawing parallels to how social media once led to the discovery of Gabby Petito. Every share, every view, could be the one that brings a missing child home—or finally reveals the truth about what happened to her. #MelodeeBuzzard #MissingChild #TrueCrime #JenniferCoffindaffer #BreakTheCase #FBIInvestigation #HarmonyMontgomery #CPSFailure #GabbyPetito #TrueCrimeCommunity Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    41 min
  2. Jake Harrow Pleads Guilty: The Tragic Murder of Baby Emmanuel Harrow

    20 OCT

    Jake Harrow Pleads Guilty: The Tragic Murder of Baby Emmanuel Harrow

    Jake Harrow Pleads Guilty: The Tragic Murder of Baby Emmanuel Harrow In one of the most haunting true crime stories in recent memory, former FBI agent and host Jennifer Coffindaffer takes us deep inside the case of Jake and Rebecca Harrow — the parents accused in the horrifying death of their infant son, Emmanuel. What began as a bizarre kidnapping claim unraveled into a dark web of abuse, lies, and judicial failure that left an entire community reeling. Jennifer recounts how Rebecca Harrow first appeared before cameras, tearfully claiming she was attacked in a parking lot while changing her baby’s diaper — a desperate plea that soon collapsed under the weight of evidence. Investigators quickly turned their attention to both parents, arresting them after search warrants revealed the truth behind their story. As Coffindaffer explains, Jake Harrow was seen cooperating with authorities, leading them through desolate foothills in search of baby Emmanuel’s remains — a chilling visual that underscored the horror of what had occurred. But the case took an even darker turn when reports surfaced of a “Perkins operation” — a covert jailhouse sting where Harrow allegedly confessed to killing Emmanuel and disposing of the body. According to investigators, his claim that he “rolled over” on the baby was a self-serving lie meant to mask years of brutal abuse. Harrow’s history of violence was not new; he had previously beaten his infant daughter so severely that she was left permanently disabled. Despite that, a judge released him — a decision Coffindaffer calls one of the most devastating judicial failures in recent memory. Now, with Harrow pleading guilty to second-degree murder and assault on a child, Coffindaffer calls for accountability — not only for the killer but for the system that allowed him to walk free. The mystery remains: where is baby Emmanuel’s body? Was he abandoned in the foothills, or discarded in a landfill like so much evidence of a system that failed him twice? #JakeHarrow #BabyEmmanuel #JenniferCoffindaffer #BreakTheCase #TrueCrime #JusticeForEmmanuel #ChildAbuseCase #MurderInvestigation #BreakingNews #TrueCrimeCommunity   Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    28 min
  3. Private Investigator’s Claims Rock the Celeste Rivas Investigation

    20 OCT

    Private Investigator’s Claims Rock the Celeste Rivas Investigation

    In a chilling new episode of Break the Case, retired FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer takes listeners deep inside one of the most haunting true crime stories of the year — the mysterious death of Celeste Rivas. Once reported as a missing person, Rivas was later found deceased inside the frunk of a Tesla belonging to her boyfriend, the artist known as D4VD (David). But the details emerging now raise more questions than ever about what really happened in the days leading up to her death. Coffindaffer meticulously reconstructs the case, combining confirmed evidence with new claims from private investigator Steve Fisher. According to Fisher, who became involved after concerns from the landlord of the property where David was staying, critical documents from the original search warrant were never returned or shared — a procedural gap that led him to dig deeper. He claims his investigation uncovered surveillance footage, witness accounts, and digital evidence that point directly toward David’s involvement, even as questions swirl about whether others may have helped conceal the crime. Jennifer walks through every disturbing layer — from Rivas’ on-again, off-again disappearance, to the chilling discovery of her body in the Tesla’s compact front compartment. She examines the implausibility of one small man acting alone, the eerie behavior surrounding the abandoned car, and the inconsistencies in statements that continue to puzzle investigators. With exclusive photos, expert insight, and a methodical review of the evidence, Break the Case delivers a gripping look at how investigators and independent researchers are closing in on the truth. As Coffindaffer reminds viewers, in true crime — every clue, every camera, and every unanswered question can break the case wide open. #CelesteRivas #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrime #BreakTheCase #TeslaMystery #DavidD4VD #MissingPerson #CrimeInvestigation #JusticeForCeleste #TrueCrimeCommunity Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    57 min
  4. Ellen Greenberg Case: Inside the Mysterious Death That Defies Logic

    16 OCT

    Ellen Greenberg Case: Inside the Mysterious Death That Defies Logic

    In this gripping true crime breakdown, Break the Case host Jennifer Coffindaffer takes listeners deep inside one of the most confounding and heartbreaking cases in recent memory — the death of 27-year-old schoolteacher Ellen Greenberg. Found stabbed 23 times in her Philadelphia apartment in 2011, Ellen’s death was quickly ruled a suicide — a conclusion that has baffled experts, outraged the public, and devastated her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Greenberg, who have spent over a decade fighting for the truth. Coffindaffer recounts how she first encountered the case, her collaboration with NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo and producers, and her personal connection with Ellen’s parents. She describes Ellen as a vibrant, beautiful young woman who had everything to live for: a teaching career, an upcoming wedding to her fiancé Sam Goldberg, and a life full of promise. Yet, what should have been a snow day spent safely at home turned into a crime scene that has left investigators and advocates questioning everything. Drawing on autopsy reports, police documentation, and her own experience in law enforcement and SWAT operations, Coffindaffer highlights the inconsistencies that make this case impossible to accept as a suicide. The door lock that should’ve splintered but didn’t. The bizarre calm in Goldberg’s 911 call. The troubling fact that Ellen’s wounds and the physical evidence simply do not align with self-harm. With over a decade of unanswered questions, Jennifer exposes the cracks in a case many believe was staged — and a justice system that failed to ask the right questions. This episode is not just a retelling — it’s a call for truth, accountability, and the reopening of a case that refuses to rest. #EllenGreenberg #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrimePodcast #BreakTheCase #SamGoldberg #UnsolvedMystery #TrueCrimeCommunity #JusticeForEllen #CrimeSceneAnalysis #ColdCase Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    1h 1m
  5. FBI or LAPD? Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down Who’s Really Investigating Celeste’s Death

    13 OCT

    FBI or LAPD? Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down Who’s Really Investigating Celeste’s Death

    In this gripping episode of Break the Case, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer tackles one of the most haunting and confusing cases of the year—the death of teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was discovered in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to musician David “D4VD” Burke. With social media ablaze over the lack of arrests or official updates, Coffindaffer steps in to separate fact from speculation and offer a law enforcement insider’s perspective on what’s really happening behind the scenes. She begins by dismantling a viral rumor: the claim that the FBI is leading the investigation. Drawing from decades of experience, Coffindaffer explains why the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)—with its elite forensics division—is more than capable of handling the case independently. While the FBI may assist in rare, highly specific circumstances, this is not one of them. The LAPD’s digital forensic experts, many of whom are trained at the Bureau’s own Quantico facility, possess the tools and experience needed to process devices, extract data, and build a case without outside help. The conversation then turns to the most disturbing details: Celeste’s history of running away, her complicated relationship with D4VD, and the grim logistics of how her body could fit into the Tesla’s compact front trunk. Despite her being labeled a runaway in the past, videos and sightings show that she was often “missing in plain sight”—appearing in public alongside D4VD. With no declared cause of death, investigators face an enormous challenge: how to prove homicide without knowing exactly how Celeste died. Coffindaffer’s analysis underscores a chilling truth—behind the silence lies a case that may take months to unravel, with forensic science holding the only key to justice for Celeste Rivas. #CelesteRivas #D4VD #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrime #TeslaCase #LAPD #HiddenKillers #BreakTheCase #CrimeNews #JusticeForCeleste Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    35 min
  6. Break the Case: Celeste Rivas’ Tragic Fate and the Hunt for Proof

    30 SEPT

    Break the Case: Celeste Rivas’ Tragic Fate and the Hunt for Proof

    Break the Case: Celeste Rivas’ Tragic Fate and the Hunt for Proof A shocking true crime mystery is unfolding in California: the tragic death of 13-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was discovered on September 8, 2024 in the frunk—the small front trunk—of a Tesla. In this gripping episode of “Break the Case” with former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer, the panel digs deep into the evidence, the unanswered questions, and the frustratingly slow pace of justice. Coffindaffer is joined by Dan from the Drunk Turkey Show, a former Texas law-enforcement officer, and veteran attorney Philip Dubey, who has worked on both sides of the courtroom in Los Angeles. Together, they examine why, despite disturbing circumstantial evidence linking a man named D4vd to Celeste, no charges have yet been filed. The conversation begins with the heartbreaking backstory of Celeste—a bright but troubled teen who reportedly ran away several times earlier in the year. Questions swirl around her relationship with D4vd, a much older man whose song lyrics, artwork, and even an AI-styled image depicting a body dragged to a trunk have raised eyebrows. The panel dissects how these artistic expressions could serve as circumstantial evidence and what investigators still need to prove in court. Coffindaffer even conducted her own home reenactment to demonstrate just how small the Tesla frunk is and how difficult it would be for one person to maneuver a body inside—suggesting the possibility of additional parties being involved. Attorney Dubey offers an insider’s view on the legal hurdles prosecutors face, including California’s corpus delicti rule, and why forensic evidence—such as signs of pregnancy or DNA—may be the key to unlocking charges that could hold up at trial. This episode blends true-crime reporting with on-scene demonstrations and expert legal insight, painting a chilling yet informative picture of a case that has gripped the public. Viewers will come away with a deeper understanding of why some investigations take time, the power of circumstantial evidence, and the many hurdles between suspicion and conviction in high-profile homicide cases. #CelesteRivas #TeslaFrunk #JenniferCoffindaffer #TrueCrimeNews #MissingTeenCase #RomanticHomicide #CaliforniaCrime #BreakTheCase #JusticeForCeleste #TrueCrimeCommunity #D4vd Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    1h 37m
  7. Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down the Disturbing Case of Celeste Rivas

    23 SEPT

    Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down the Disturbing Case of Celeste Rivas

    Jennifer Coffindaffer Breaks Down the Disturbing Case of Celeste Rivas The tragic case of 13-year-old Celeste Rivas and rapper David Burke has gripped true crime circles but has received shockingly little mainstream coverage. In this special edition of Break the Case, former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer takes listeners deep inside the disturbing details, exposing evidence, debunking misinformation, and underscoring why this case must not fade into silence. Celeste Rivas was reported missing in April 2024. Months later, her remains were discovered in the frunk—the front trunk—of a Tesla owned by rapper David Burke, known by his stage name D4VD. For three weeks, Burke’s vehicle sat in the Los Angeles heat, parked in a neighborhood later searched by law enforcement. By the time the car was impounded and workers noticed the unbearable stench, Celeste’s body had decomposed beyond recognition. Investigators determined she had been dismembered, not out of rage but likely for the grim practicality of fitting her remains into the small compartment. Coffindaffer, drawing from her law enforcement background, emphasizes the importance of understanding decomposition, dismemberment, and forensic realities rather than relying on sensationalized misinformation. She explains why public awareness is critical—pointing to the Gabby Petito case, where crowdsourced tips from ordinary people led to a breakthrough. In contrast, Celeste’s case has been met with indifference by both mainstream and social media, despite Burke’s semi-celebrity status and ongoing tour schedule. This chilling story raises urgent questions about how missing persons cases are prioritized, why some garner national attention while others slip into obscurity, and what role the public plays in securing justice. Celeste was only 13 years old. She deserves her story told, her name remembered, and her killer brought to justice. Stay with Break the Case as we uncover every detail, from forensic evidence to courtroom developments, and demand accountability in a case that should never be forgotten. Hashtags #CelesteRivas #DavidBurke #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #MissingPerson #JenniferCoffindaffer #TeslaFrunk #MurderInvestigation #JusticeForCeleste #CrimeNews Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    47 min
  8. Judge’s Failure Exposed: Could Travis Decker’s Girls Have Been Saved?

    21 SEPT

    Judge’s Failure Exposed: Could Travis Decker’s Girls Have Been Saved?

    Judge’s Failure Exposed: Could Travis Decker’s Girls Have Been Saved?  In a devastating true crime story that has shaken the nation, the case of Travis Decker has reached a grim conclusion. Decker, a father accused of murdering his three young daughters—Evelyn, Olivia, and Payton—was found dead just one mile from where the children’s bodies were discovered. The girls, ages nine, eight, and five, were suffocated with plastic bags and zip ties in a crime that has horrified even seasoned investigators. Their mother had fought tirelessly in court to prevent Decker from gaining visitation rights, warning judges about his volatility and violent tendencies. Despite her pleas, the system failed, and the result was one of the most heartbreaking family annihilation cases in recent memory. Authorities now believe Decker took his own life shortly after killing his daughters, avoiding accountability in court and leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. Many are asking how law enforcement and hundreds of searchers, including the National Guard, missed him for over three months when his remains were so close to the crime scene. His death underscores the cowardice often seen in such crimes, where perpetrators inflict unimaginable suffering on others before escaping justice through suicide. This case highlights broader issues within the judicial system, particularly when it comes to domestic violence and child safety. Judges too often dismiss warnings from protective parents as “vindictive,” overlooking clear evidence of danger. In Decker’s case, supervised visitation could have saved three innocent lives. Instead, the system’s failures cost a mother her daughters and left a community grieving. As the true crime community examines the details, this tragedy serves as a painful reminder of why vigilance, awareness, and reform in family courts are essential. Evelyn, Olivia, and Payton deserved protection. Instead, their lives were stolen in an act of cruelty designed to cause lifelong torment to their mother. #TrueCrime #BreakingNews #TravisDecker #JusticeForEvelynOliviaPayton #DomesticViolenceAwareness #FamilyAnnihilation #CrimeNews #MurderCase #MissingPerson #CourtFailure Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

    30 min
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Break The Case With Jennifer Coffindaffer is where true crime meets expert analysis. Hosted by former FBI Special Agent and nationally recognized crime analyst Jennifer Coffindaffer, this podcast dives deep into today’s most gripping cases, from headline-making murder trials to shocking cold cases and unsolved mysteries. With decades of hands-on investigative experience, Coffindaffer pulls back the curtain on the criminal justice system, offering insider perspectives on forensic evidence, behavioral profiling, courtroom strategy, and law enforcement challenges. Each episode of Break The Case goes beyond the headlines, unpacking the evidence, exposing the flaws, and asking the tough questions that others avoid. Whether it’s high-profile trials like Bryan Kohberger, Karen Read, or Sean “Diddy” Combs, or cases that deserve more national attention, Jennifer brings sharp, informed, and fearless commentary you won’t hear anywhere else. If you’re passionate about true crime, forensic psychology, criminal profiling, and real-world investigations, this is your front-row seat to how cases are truly built—and sometimes broken. Subscribe now to Break The Case With Jennifer Coffindaffer and never miss an episode of sharp analysis, compelling storytelling, and unfiltered truth. #TrueCrime #FBI #Podcast #JenniferCoffindaffer #BreakTheCase #CrimeAnalysis #ForensicEvidence #CourtroomDrama #UnsolvedMysteries #MurderTrial

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